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South Plantation High South Plantation High SchoolSchool

Faculty Handbook 2015-2016Faculty Handbook 2015-2016

1300 Paladin Way, Plantation, FL 33317. TELE: (754) 323-1950

South Plantation High School Faculty Handbook

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TOPIC PAGE

SECTION 1: Purpose, Mission, and Beliefs...................................................................3

SECTION 2: Staff Listing ………………......................................................................4

SECTION 3: School Information and Map ...................................................................6

SECTION 4: School Calendar .......................................................................................9

SECTION 5: Teacher Responsibilities ........................................................................17

SECTION 6: Instructional Responsibilities..................................................................19

SECTION 7: Professional Expectations ......................................................................22

SECTION 8: Maintenance Procedures ........................................................................38

SECTION 9: Technology Information ..........................................................................40

SECTION 10: Field Trips ……………..………………...........................................…41

SECTION 11: Financial Information ...........................................................................46

SECTION 12: Fund Raising .......................................................................................50

SECTION 13: Student Activities/Organizations ..........................................................51

SECTION 14: Athletics …..…..…................................................................................58

SECTION 15: Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) ......................................60

SECTION 16: Appendix A-E …..…..….......................................................................61

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SECTION 1: PURPOSE, MISSION, AND BELIEFS

Purpose

The purpose of this handbook is to clearly delineate the basic administrative policies and procedures by which South Plantation High School will be operated. The policies and procedures outlined in the SPHS faculty handbook, as well as the Broward County School Board Employee handbook, are to be followed by all school personnel. Both handbooks will serve as a valuable source of information for you. To indicate that you have read and understood the policies and procedures outlined in the South Plantation Faculty Handbook and the Broward County School Student Code of Conduct and the Educators Code of Professional Conduct, please sign and return the SOUTH PLANTATIONHIGH SCHOOL 2015-2016 FACULTY HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM (Appendix E) by Tuesday August 18, 2014.

MissionSouth Plantation High School will distinguish itself as a leader in redefining education and will be recognized for the passion of its people and partners in providing quality innovative education to the community it serves.

Beliefs

1. We believe all students are capable of learning and succeeding at their own level, regardless of their individual differences, when a variety of instructional approaches and accommodations are integrated through a diverse offering of curricular and extracurricular courses and activities.

2. We believe that the teacher, guidance, support staff, and administration make a positive difference in our students' lives and contribute to the achievement of each student by setting high expectations and believing that students can succeed.

3. We believe that excellence in education requires a partnership that engages all of the community, teachers, guidance, administrators, support staff, parents, and students because we all share the responsibility of the school's mission.

4. We believe that understanding the socioeconomic, racial, and cultural needs of our community is essential to student success.

5. We believe that students, faculty, and staff thrive in a safe and orderly environment.

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SECTION 2: STAFF LISTINGThe administrative, guidance, front office, and department head staff is listed on the following pages.

ADMINISTRATION

Mrs. Christine Henschel, Principal

Mrs. Michelle Llinas- Discipline: 10th GradeSecond in Command. Departmental Supervision: *Math*Guidance*Clerical*Assessment Coordinator*Department Heads *School Grade*Master Schedule*FTE*CSR*Internal Accounts*SAC/SAF/SIP*Online Graduation Requirement*Opening Day/Week Plan*Planning*ER*PSD Agenda’s*Sign-In Sheets*PD Coordinator*PGP’s*2017 At-Risk**Literacy TeamAlgebra EOC*Budget/Supplements*Booster Clubs*TDA’S* RTI*Faculty Council *Report Cards/ Interims*Bell Schedules*Proofing Publications*School Accountability Reports*Curriculum Fair*ACCEL*Exam Exemptions*2017 At Risk Students *Writing Plan*Lowest Quartile

Mr. Ron Reed- Discipline: 11th GradeDepartmental Supervision:*Social Studies*Reading *VALOR*Security*Fine Arts*Behavior Change Coordinator*Positive Behavior Plan(with Manuel)*Discipline Committee**Detentions* Newsletter*NESS*P&I*Campus Supervision Plan*Safety and Security Plan*Emergency Preparedness Plan*Fire/Tornado Drills and Evacuation Maps*Parking *Textbooks *Medical Emergency 1st Responder*Announcements*Obligations*Bullying Investigator*IDs*Monitor High Achievers*Capstone School Grade Incentive Program*Field Trips/Leases *Reading Re-Take*2018 At Risk Students*American History EOC*LAFS(Language Arts Florida Standard Assessment)*BAFS (Broward Assessment of Florida Standards)*PSAT

Dr. Cathy Bonner- Discipline:12th GradeDepartmental Supervision:*ESE*CTE*Science*Magnet*PE* Data Team*Evaluation Coordinator*Bi-weekly Evaluation Data*Report*Roster Verification- VAM*ISP/Lockout (with Manuel)* Tutoring Plan*Emergency Cards* Technology*Substitutes**School Website*Perkins Grant*Grade Level Assemblies*Attendance/Student Affairs Office*Faculty Handbook*Field Experience*OIC*Graduation Rate*Subgroup Gaps*College Readiness 11th & 12th*12 Grade Service Hours*Prom/Grad Nite *Technical Dual Enrollment*Biology EOC* *Edmentum*Saturday School Coordinator

Mr. Hernan Borja- Discipline: 10th GradeDepartmental Supervision:*ESOL*English*World Language*Athletics*Custodial *Master Calendar*Student Activities/Gov.*Peer Counseling* Open House *Cafeteria Liaison*Volunteer Coordinator*Keys*Facilities *Transportation*AP Office *Clinic/Medications*Business Partners*Welcome Back Breakfast*PTSO*Student Recognition/Top 10%*Student Mentoring Program*Surveys*Family Literacy Knight’s ( with Grady)*Teacher/Staff Appreciation*Fun Squad/ Beasley Award*Marquee*Bulletin Boards/Display Cases*2016 At Risk Students*11th Grade Lowest Quartile*CELLA Testing*Geometry EOC

It is our job to provide the instructional staff with the necessary support, guidance, and resources needed to create a quality learning environment. We look forward to visiting teacher classrooms and having informal conversations with staff members and students. Together we will work to make SPHS a great place to learn and work.

Sincerely,Your Administrative Team

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GUIDANCE

Eric Knight:Responsibilities: Guidance Director and 12th Grade A-D.

Sherley Pierre: Responsibilities: 10th Grade, 12th grade-last names E-K.

Sonia Cochran Responsibilities: 11th Grade, 12th grade-last names L-Q.

TBAResponsibilities: 9th Grade, 12th grade-last names R-Z.

FRONT OFFICES

Main Office Kealer Franklin Office ManagerNereida Miller Receptionist

AP Office Sarah Boyd SecretaryWalter Jones Social Worker

Magnet Evelyn Wint SecretaryStudent Affairs Nathalie Reynaud-Diaz Attendance Clerk

Student AffairsESE TBA ESE Specialist

Dawn Sclafani School PsychologistGuidance Jerri Kautzmann Secretary

Barbara Sherman Brace AdvisorDoreen Lefferts Data Processor

Custodial Brian Peart Head Custodian

DEPARTMENT HEADS

Jerry Holt BusinessGail Pucker CTEDebbie Vogt EnglishGiGi Kean ESE

Andre Henry Fine ArtsEric Knight Guidance

Tracie Casserly/Dustin Major MathKaren James MediaGuy Taglienti PE

Marsha Samuels ScienceBradley Beasley Social StudiesMaria Wolfing World Languages

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SECTION 3: SCHOOL INFORMATION AND MAP

School Address 1300 Paladin Way

City/State Plantation, FL

Zip Code 33317

School Phone Number 754-323-1950

School Fax Number 754-323-2080

School Hours 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

School Colors Purple & Gold

School Mascot Paladin

School District Broward County

School Number 2351

Superintendent Mr. Robert Runcie

Area Director Mr. Michael McGuire

Principal Mrs. Christine Henschel

Central Area Office 754-321-3800

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SECTION 4: SCHOOL CALENDAR

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School Calendar 2015-2016

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SECTION 5: TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES

HoursTeachers are expected to be at work by 7:35 a.m. and are dismissed at 3:05 p.m. Instructional personnel must be on duty a minimum of 7 ½ hours per day. Instructional personnel are required by law to work 196 days, 180 of which must be devoted to full-time classroom instruction.

Sign OutIf it is necessary for you to leave school grounds, during the school day, prior to teacher's dismissal time, you must receive permission from your supervising administrator. WHEN PERMISSION IS GRANTED, YOU ARE TO SIGN OUT USING THE SIGN OUT SHEET LOCATED IN THE MAIN OFFICE. For liability and safety reasons the school must know where you are and how to contact you.

Reporting an AbsenceAs soon as you know you are going to be absent please make arrangements for a substitute by contacting Sub Central at 754-321-0050 or log on to https://sems.browardschools.com.

Lesson PlansTeachers are required to maintain a lesson plan book. This book may be hand written or electronic. Lesson plans must be kept at least one week in advance by all teachers. The plan book, attendance records, and grade book must be kept together. Lesson plans will be checked by the department chairperson and by administration.

Emergency Substitute PlansEach teacher should submit a minimum of FIVE(5) days of emergency substitute plans to their department head by August 15, 2014.

Non-Emergency Substitute PlanMaintaining a consistent learning environment is one of the many keys to student success. In order to maintain that consistent learning environment, each teacher is required to leave detailed lesson plans that are to be followed in their absence. These plans should include assignments that are related to the curriculum of the class as well as the following items

1. Department Head name and room number2. Class Roll3. Attendance procedures4. Seating chart5. Class rules6. List of reliable student(s) per class 7. Bell schedule, 8. Security and evacuation procedures 9. Discipline information and forms

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Supervision of Students

It is the responsibility of all teachers, during the 7 1/2 hour school day, to provide supervision of students during the change of classes, assemblies, etc.

Leaving Class UnattendedIn light of the liability laws wherein the school and its personnel may be held liable in case of negligence, it is mandatory that no class be left unattended. If an emergency arises which necessitates your leaving the classroom, another teacher or administrator is to be obtained to cover your class. Contact the Main Office if you have a problem obtaining class coverage.

Students Leaving ClassThe teacher is responsible and liable for the safety and supervision of all assigned students. If a teacher sends a student out of class, that student must have a permanent laminated hall pass. If a teacher sends a student out of class for any reason, without a hall pass, and that student is hurt or is involved in any disruption or altercation, the teacher will be held accountable.

Class CoverageOccasionally it is necessary for teachers to cover classes because of illness, field trips, sports events, or other emergencies. All arrangements for class coverage must be cleared with the department chairperson and approved by the principal or designee.

EvaluationsAdministration recognizes the ultimate goal of evaluation is to improve the quality of instruction. The agreement between the Broward Teachers’ Union and the School Board of Broward County, Florida, outline the process and procedures for the evaluation.

The evaluation process at South Plantation High School will include the following items:

1. Ability to maintain appropriate discipline2. Knowledge of subject matter3. Efficiency4. Student progress toward instructional goals, based on student ability5. Ability to carry out school philosophy and administrative procedures6. Observance of work hour (tardiness and excessive absences)7. Any and all areas outlined in the Principles of Professional Conduct

In accordance with contractual requirements, the evaluation instrument can be obtained at: www.effectiveeducators.com.

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SECTION 6: INSTRUCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To be knowledgeable of the subject matter 2. To teach from bell to bell3. Use DATA to guide your instructional practices4. KNOW THE ACHIEVEMENT DATA OF YOUR STUDENTS!5. Review student IEP’s and make necessary accommodations6. Know your ESOL population and make accommodations7. To create meaningful and interesting lessons8. To integrate technology into your lessons9. To maintain lesson plan book10. To submit lesson plans to administration the last day of each week.11. To create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning12. Display areas and bulletin boards should be planned around subject matter which will

hold the student's interest.13. To control classes and maintain reasonable order and discipline.14. To be organized and illustrate proper presentation of subject matter or schoolwork.15. To maintain a clean and orderly classroom. Desks and chairs should be left in an

orderly manner. See that desk tops and walls are free of graffiti.16. To make sure doors are locked and lights turned off at the end of the day. 17. To complete and submit reports and records as required for proper functioning of the

school.18. To be in the classroom on time and ready to start instruction as soon as possible.19. To secure and maintain materials and equipment that will facilitate instruction.20. To consult with media specialist to coordinate the use of library materials.21. To distribute and collect textbooks.22. To insure that classes are supervised at all times.23. To provide work/make-up work in accordance with Broward County School Board

Policy outlined in the 2011-2012 Student Code of Conduct Book.24. To complete additional duties as assigned by the principal and/or designee within the

scope of the teacher contract, Broward County Board Policy, and Florida State Law.25. Attend all scheduled parent/teacher conferences. If unable to participate, you must

provide a rationale as to why you can not attend to your supervising administrator.26. Make parent contact – leaving a message is not parent contact. If you contact a parent at work, you must get a home phone number or a cell phone and make a note of it.

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Classroom Observations

NOTE: The following is a list of some of the characteristics of an effective classroom. For further explanation please visit www.effectiveeducators.com. Not all of these indicators will necessarily be observed in one classroom visit; therefore, checks in the columns “Not Observed” or “Not Applicable” should not automatically be viewed negatively. In some cases, the fact that something is “Not Observed” indicates the use of appropriate professional judgment on the part of the teacher, i.e., the teacher made a conscious decision that the specific behavior was not appropriate at that time.

Learning Environment1. Some teachers may post all standards; others may post just the ones taught that day. These should be state standards or competencies.2. In some cases, objectives may be similar to standards or more specific, but they should relate

to the standards.3. Lesson plans should be in plain view, reflect what is happening in class, and give enough

detail to let you know how the teacher is teaching and assessing the students.4. While there is no one “magic arrangement” for all classrooms, students should be able to see each other’s faces when discussing and/or working in groups. Long straight rows do not facilitate discussion/collaboration.5. Student work should be original…not, for example, articles printed off and glued to posters.

a. Observers should see evidence of how the work was evaluated (rubric, checklist, criteria, comments, etc.).b. Work shows some evidence of application, analysis, evaluation, or synthesis.

6. Rules and consequences should be posted. 7. A print-rich literacy environment may be accomplished in several ways.

a. Texts are best displayed with at least some of the covers and titles facing out. Books, magazines, and other texts may also reflect evidence of the teacher’s attempt to appeal to a variety of student interests.b. Reference sources may vary but certainly should include dictionaries, maps/globes in social studies classes, periodic tables in chemistry, etc.c. Word walls may also be done in a variety of ways but should be easily readable and reinforce key vocabulary/concepts.d. The 25 Book Campaign is simply a log of books the teacher has read. Some classes may also have students’ logs posted, but this is not required.

8. It should be clearly evident to everyone in the class that the teacher sincerely wants to help students succeed. The teacher should be up and about facilitating the learning process—not sitting behind a desk throughout instruction. The teacher’s love for the subject matter and for students should be apparent. There should be no sarcasm, and if a conflict arises between a student and teacher, the teacher should de-escalate the situation.

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Curriculum9. The curriculum standards are not only posted but are being taught in such a way that real-life

connections are made. Interdisciplinary connections are made, when possible, and the learning is personalized when appropriate. Materials support the learning.

10. The pace and level of challenge is appropriate for students. Students who are being appropriately challenged will not appear to be bored. When students finish work early, they know what to do next so time is used wisely.

11. Examples used by the teacher reflect an attempt to avoid cultural bias and to relate to students’ prior knowledge.

Instruction12. Students are actively engaged, individually and/or collaboratively. 13. Hands-activities are planned by the teacher, when appropriate, and students appear to know

what to do and to be engaged.14. Demonstrations and explanations are used to inform, clarify, and engage.15. The teacher explains or demonstrates to students how and why what they are learning is

relevant to their lives.16. The teacher helps students understand content by relating it to prior learning/background

knowledge.17. The pace of instruction is appropriate for the content and group of students.18. The teacher differentiates instruction when appropriate and varies instructional strategies for

groups and/or individuals. He/she accommodates differences in rates, learning styles (auditory, visual, kinesthetic, etc.), and prior learning.

19. The teacher asks challenging questions, allows appropriate response time (for reflection), and calls on a variety of students in the class.

Assessment20. The teacher continually monitors student work through the effective use of a variety of

assessment tools including, but not limited to, examination of practice activities, questioning, and/or other appropriate models of formative and diagnostic assessment.

21. The teacher provides descriptive and specific feedback to facilitate students’ learning.22. Assessments measure students’ success on standards. Students are not penalized for

behavior in their assessments. Assessments actually reflect what students should know and be able to do.

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SECTION 7: PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

1. To be courteous in contacts with students, co-workers, parents, or other members of the community.

2. To show an interest and understanding of students and student welfare.3. To exemplify proper self-control in the presence of students.4. To use good judgment in handling student problems.5. To be of good physical and mental health.6. To confer with parents, co-workers, guidance, and administration on matters regarding

student academic and emotional welfare.7. To return parent phone calls within 24 hours8. To be at the door between classes.9. Dress in a professional manner that reflects a positive image of you and SPHS.10. To set a good example for students by being on time to class and using sick/personal

leave only when absolutely necessary.11. To comply with the local, state, and federal policies listed below:

Child Abuse and Neglect PolicyTo comply with Florida Statute 415.504 which makes mandatory the reporting of child abuse and/or child neglect, any teacher or other school employee who knows or has reasonable cause to suspect that a child has been subject to abuse/neglect shall immediately report such knowledge or suspicion to the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services at the statewide toll-free hotline: 1-800-96-ABUSE and immediately notify the principal or his/her designee that a report has been made. If there is some question of reasonable cause, the school employee shall consult with the school-based child abuse designee and/or principal or his/her designee prior to making the report. Florida Statute 415.504 provides for anonymity of the person making the report. Florida Statute 415.504 provides penalties: "Any person who willfully or knowingly makes public or discloses any information contained in the child-abuse registry or the records of any child-abuse case...may be held personally liable. Any person injured or aggrieved by such disclosure shall be entitled to damages."

Reporting Suicidal Student(s)Be aware of the signs and danger signals of students who may be contemplating suicide. If one of your students exhibits these behaviors notify the child’s guidance counselor immediately. If you are not able to locate the counselor contact administrationThese staff members will follow the prescribed procedure for dealing with the situation.

In the event of a suicide attempt, do not leave the student alone. Notify a staff member mentioned above by messenger. As always, be discreet in these sensitive matters. Do not label a student suicidal or depressed, simply document behaviors.EVEN IF A POTENTIALLY SUICIDAL STUDENT ASKS YOU TO KEEP THEIR INFORMATION CONFIDENTIAL, BOTH LEGALLY AND ETHICALLY, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO LET THE SUICIDE PREVENTION DESIGNEE KNOW

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Anti-Bullying PolicyThe School Board of Broward County has approved the first school district Anti-Bullying Policy in Florida. The policy, which was adopted on July 22, 2008 was designed by the District’s Office of Prevention Programs and Student Support Services, under the Safe Schools Healthy Students Grant initiative. The Florida Department of Education will utilize the new policy as a model for the state’s other 66 school districts. The policy was developed prior to the passage of House Bill 669, which mandates that all districts in the state adopt Anti-Bullying policies by December 1, 2008.

The District’s Anti-Bullying Policy specifically prohibits bullying of or by any District student or employee, with consequences for those acts that meet the definition of bullying as defined in the policy:

“Bullying” means systematically and chronically inflicting physical hurt or psychological distress on one or more students or employees.

The policy sets forth guidelines for the identification and reporting of bullying – as the overall goal of the initiative is the protection of students and their increased feelings of safety and belonging. The policy requires teachers and staff to utilize a variety of prevention and intervention activities and includes tools and resources that create environments of safety and respect and expectations of appropriate behavior. The Anti-Bullying Policy was developed by a District task force, which included community and parental involvement.For more information on the District’s Anti-Bullying Policy, go to(www.broward.k12.fl.us/sbbcpolicies) and reference Policy 5.9.

Drug-Free WorkplacePursuant to the requirements of the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, Public Law 100-690, and School Board Policy #2400 (Drug-Free Workplace), please take note that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance, including alcohol, is prohibited at all School Board work sites and school activities. A list of controlled substances as defined by the federal government and the School Board is available from your principal and will be posted on a common access bulletin board.

The Board must take appropriate disciplinary action against any employee who violates this directive, up to and including termination, or require the affected employee to participate satisfactorily in a state licensed drug abuse assistance program. Employees who violate the School Board policy and this directive are subject to referral for prosecution.

You are also required to notify your supervisor of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar days after such conviction.

The School Board offers drug counseling through the Employee Assistance Program. Any employee needing such assistance should feel free to contact the Director of the Employee Assistance Program, at (754) 322-9900.

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Effective July 1st, 2014 all Broward County Public Schools' facilities are tobacco free according to the recently approved School Board Policy 2401. If you have any questions please contact Diversity, Prevention & Intervention at 754-321-1655.

Educators Code of EthicsTHE CODE OF ETHICS OF THE EDUCATION PROFESSION IN FLORIDA AND PRINCIPLES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT FOR THE EDUCATION PROFESSION IN FLORIDA STATES AS FOLLOWES:Chapter 6B-l Florida State Board of Education Administrative Rules Adopted: June 15, 1982.

6B-l.01 Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida1. The educator values the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion

to excellence, acquisition of knowledge, and the nurture of democratic citizenship. Essential to achievement of these standards are the freedom to learn and to teach and the guarantee of equal opportunity for all.

2. The educator’s primary professional concern will always be for the student and for the development of the student’s potential. The educator will therefore strive for professional growth and will seek to exercise the best professional judgment and integrity.

3. Aware of the importance of maintaining the respect and confidence of one’s own colleagues, of students, of parents, and of other members of the community, the educator strives to achieve and sustain the highest degree of ethical conduct.

6B-1.06 Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida1. Violation of any of these principles shall subject the individual to revocation or

suspension of the individual educator’s certificate, or other penalties as provided by law.2. Obligation to the student requires that the individual:

a) Shall make reasonable effort to protect the student from conditions harmful to learning or to health and/or to the student’s mental and/or physical health and/or safety.

b) Shall not reasonably restrain a student from independent action in pursuit of learning.

c) Shall not unreasonably deny a student access to diverse points of view.d) Shall not intentionally suppress or distort subject matter relevant to a student’s

academic program.e) Shall not intentionally expose a student to unnecessary embarrassment or

disparagement.f) Shall not intentionally violate or deny a student’s legal rights.g) Shall not harass or discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age,

national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition, sexual orientation, or social and family background and shall make reasonable effort to assure that each student is protected from harassment or discrimination.

h) Shall not exploit a professional relationship with a student for personal gain or advantage.

i) Shall keep in confidence personally identifiable information obtained in the course of professional service, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law.

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3. Obligation to the public requires that the individual:a) Shall take reasonable precautions to distinguish between personal views and those

of any educational institution or organization with which the individual is affiliated.

b) Shall not intentionally distort or misrepresent facts concerning an educational matter in direct or indirect public expression.

c) Shall not use institutional privileges for personal gain or advantage.d) Shall accept no gratuity, gift, or favor that might influence professional judgment.e) Shall offer no gratuity, gift, or favor to obtain special advantages.

4. Obligation to the profession of education requires that the individual:a) Shall maintain honesty in all professional dealings.b) Shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin,

political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition if otherwise qualified, or social and family background deny to a colleague professional benefits, advantages, or participation in any professional organization.

c) Shall not interfere with a colleague’s exercise of political or civil rights and responsibilities.

d) Shall not engage in harassment or discriminatory conduct which unreasonably interferes with an individual’s performance of professional or work responsibilities or with the orderly process of education which creates a hostile, intimidating, abusive, oppressive, or offensive environment; and further, shall make reasonable effort to assure that each individual is protected from such harassment or discrimination.

e) Shall not make malicious or intentionally false statements about a colleague.f) Shall not use coercive means or promise special treatment to influence

professional judgment of colleagues.g) Shall not misrepresent one’s own professional qualifications.h) Shall not submit fraudulent information on any document in connection with

professional activities.i) Shall not make any fraudulent statement or fail to disclose a material fact in one’s

own or another’s application for a professional position.j) Shall not withhold information regarding a position from an applicant or

misrepresent an assignment or conditions of employment.k) Shall provide upon request of the certified individual, a written statement of

specific reason for recommendations that lead to the denial of increments, significant changes in employment, or termination of employment.

l) Shall not assist entry into or continuance in the profession of any person known to be unqualified in accordance with these Principles of Professional Conduct for the Education Profession in Florida, and other applicable Florida Statutes and State Board of Education Rules.

m) Shall self-report within 48 hours to appropriate authorities (as determined by district) any arrests/charges involving the abuse of or the sale and/or possession of a controlled substance. Such notice shall not be considered an admission of guilt nor shall such notice be admissible for any purpose in any proceeding, civil, or criminal, administrative or judicial, investigatory or a judicatory. In addition, shall self-report any conviction, finding of guilt, withholding of adjudication,

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commitment to a pretrial diversion program, or entering of a plea of guilty or Nolo Contender for any criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation within 48 hours after the final judgment. When handling sealed and expunged records disclosed under this rule, school districts shall comply with the confidentiality provisions of Sections 943. (4)(c), Florida Statutes.

n) Shall seek no reprisal against any individual who has reported any allegation of a violation of the Florida School Code or State Board of Education Rules as defined in section 231.28(1), Florida Statutes.

o) Shall comply with the conditions of an order of the Education Practices Commission imposing probation, imposing a fine, or restricting the authorized scope of practice.

Shall, as the supervising administrator, cooperate with the Education Practices Commission in monitoring the probation of a subordinate.

Self Reporting RuleAuthority Florida Statute 231.28State Board of Education Rule 6B-1.006(5)

All personnel shall self-report in writing to the Director of Professional Standards and Special Investigative Unit within forty-eight (48) hours of any arrests, citations, or charges involving the abuse of a child or the sale and/or possession of a controlled substance or charges involving Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Battery, Possession (includes e-mail transmissions) or Sale of Pornography Involving Minors and Sexual Relations with students.

All personnel holding a Commercial Driver’s (CDL) License, as a condition of employment shall self-report, in writing, to the Executive Director of Professional Standards and SpecialInvestigative Unit within forty-eight (48) hours of any citations, arrests, or charges involvingDriving Under the Influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI).

In addition, all personnel shall self-report, in writing to the Executive Director of Professional Standards & Special Investigative Unit any conviction, finding of guilt, withholding of adjudication, commitment to a pretrial diversion intervention program, or entering a plea of guilty or Nolo Contendere for any criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation (driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI) convictions are not minor and must be reported) within forty-eight (48) hours after final judgment.

The Superintendent shall establish and maintain administrative procedures for implementing this policy. Failure to comply with the self-reporting rule shall result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Worker’s CompensationThe Workers' Compensation Act requires that all work related injuries be reported promptly. Failure to do so will result in penalties. In order to avoid these fines and to assist our self-insurance program, the School Board Risk Management Office has set forth procedures to be followed in handling on-the-job injury reports. The forms must be prepared and submitted as

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soon as there is knowledge of an accident. See the Office Manager, regarding the required reports or forms.

Teacher ParkingParking facilities are available for teachers in the North parking lot. It is expected that all teachers will cooperate in displaying parking stickers. If your sticker is lost or destroyed, please see the administrator in charge of parking to receive a new one.

TDAIf you will be off campus for a field trip or during school hours for a work related event you must complete a TDA and submit the form to Mrs. Llinas for approval at least two weeks prior to the date of the event. Records of all TDA’s must be maintained by the school for audit purposes.

Student AttendanceClass attendance is to be taken every class period by each teacher. Absences and tardies should be properly recorded in Pinnacle. It is imperative that the dates of absences and tardies be accurately reported. The following attendance codes are utilized in Pinnacle:

Attendance Codes

*AE = Absent Excused AU = Absent Unexcused TE = Tardy Excused*FT = Field Trip*IS = Internal Suspension*ES = External Suspension*ZA = Zap / Alternative to Suspension*C = Class Cut E1 = Entered Class (Accessible at beginning of Term only) NS = No Show (Accessible at beginning of Term only) EE = Exam Exempt (Accessible at end of Term only)*LO = Lock Out 1st Period Only*HS= Hall Sweep 2nd – 7th Period Only OC = Office / ClinicSC = Schedule Change into classSO1= Sign out first half of classSO2= Sign out second half of class

NOTE: * Entered by attendance clerk only

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Excused AbsencesStudents must be in school. However, when it is necessary to be out of school, absences may be excused for one of the reasons listed below. (Students on field trips, in internal suspension, or attending alternative-to-suspension programs are not considered absent.) For reasons 1-5, parents must report the absence the day before, the day of, or within 2 school days following the absence, or the absence will be considered unexcused. Excused absences include:1. Illness2. Illness of an immediate family member3. Death in the family4. Religious holidays of the student’s specific faith.5. Required court appearance or subpoena by a law enforcement agency.6. Special event. Examples of special events include important public functions, conferences, state/national competitions, as well as exceptional cases of family need. Students must get permission from the principal/designee at least 5 days in advance.7. Scheduled doctor or dentist appointments8. Students having or suspected of having a communicable disease

Unexcused AbsencesIf a student has failed to have their absence excused through the Student Affairs' Office, the absence will be deemed "unexcused". An absence will remain unexcused unless the school receives a telephone call or a note to excuse it within the allotted time.

Make Up WorkStudents have 2 class days to make up the work for each class day absent, not including the day of return. However, previously assigned work is due the day of return. These deadlines may be extended by the principal for extenuating circumstances.

*Make-up work, for credit and grade is allowed for students who are suspended. “It is the students responsibility to get the missed work. All work is due on the day of return from suspension.”

Policy 5.5 (Attendance Policy) and State Statute endorse the concept of a pattern of non-attendance. The threshold for determining a pattern of non-attendance is reached when a student accumulates 15 days of absences during a marking period (excused, unexcused, tardiness, and early sign outs.) For any unexcused absences that fall within these 15 days, students will be allowed to make up work for full credit and grade.Make up work for all subsequent unexcused absences will not be allowed unless the principal/designee determines there are extenuating circumstances.

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Student Grading Evaluation devices such as teacher’s oral and written tests, group discussions, written work, pupil folders, checklists, and observations should be used to determine student progress and to provide worthwhile learning experiences. The result of standardized tests administered at the beginning of the school year should also be analyzed to determine student strengths and weaknesses. All of these devices should be used for diagnostic purposes to show each student, as well as his/her teacher, what he/she has mastered and where he/she needs help, and to motivate continued learning. Evaluation by the student himself should play an important part in all evaluations of achievement.

ExamsAccording to School Board Policy, examinations shall be given at the end of each semester in every course. Exams must be a minimum of one and one half (1-1/2) hours in length. Each student shall be provided the opportunity to give self-expression in the form of a written explanation of knowledge attained. When measuring comprehension of quantitative learning problem solving, the exam may be in the form of specific questions in lieu of an essay.When a student is absent on an exam day, a grade of "I" is given. For each semester exam day a student is absent (excused or unexcused including suspension from school), he or she will have three days to make up the exam. The principal may extend these deadlines in extenuating circumstances.

Exam ExemptionsA student who earns a grade of “B” or better in a particular course may be exempt from the mid-term and/or final exam in that course. Students may exempt up to 3 mid-terms and 3 finals on a 7 period schedule. Parent permission is required for exemptions.

Grade Changes - Incomplete GradesIncomplete grades should be given only when a student is unable to complete his/her work due to severe illness or some other extenuating circumstance. It is the teacher’s responsibility to change the “I” prior to the end of the next marking period. An “I” calculates as an “F” in the semester grade average.

Missing grades or grade changes for one nine-week period should be cleared with the Data Processing Office. If a student is on your roster and you have a grade sheet for him, you are responsible for his/her grade. If you don’t have the student in class, check on his/her schedule with the Student Affairs' Office. It is imperative to the success of our data processing system that the above procedures be followed explicitly.

Repeat Rule and Forgiveness PolicyFor students entering the ninth grade in 2000-2001 and each year thereafter, forgiveness for required courses shall be limited to replacing a grade of “D,” “F,” or “I” with a grade of “C” or higher, earned subsequently in the same or comparable course. Forgiveness for elective courses shall be limited to replacing a grade of “D,” “F,” or “I” with a grade of “C” or higher earned subsequently by retaking the same or comparable course or different course. (FS 1003.43) Thestudent's record, however, will show all courses taken. For students whose cumulative Grade Point Average is below a 2.5, courses previously passed with a grade of “D” (1.0) may be

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retaken through an extended learning opportunity or through co-enrollment in order to maintain continuous progress toward graduation. The Forgiveness Rule shall be applied only one time per course. The Forgiveness Rule for middle schools students taking high school courses, earning a grade of “C”, “D”, or “F” , allows the replacement of the first grade with a grade of “C” or higher earned subsequently in the same or comparable course. Only the new grade shall be used in the calculation of the student’s grade point average.

Repeating a Course Previously PassedWith the approval of the principal/guidance counselor, students may elect to repeat a course for credit in order to improve their record. The highest grade earned will be used in computing the Grade Point Average. The lower of the two grades will be forgiven. The student's record, however, will show all courses taken. When a course (previously passed) is repeated, it must be repeated during the academic school year (August- June) except for students with a cumulative Grade Point Average below 2.0

Letter Grades and DefinitionThe grading system used in the high schools including numerical grades, letter grades, and quality points will be as follows:

NUMERICAL LETTER QUALITY POINTS90-100 “A” 4.087-89 “B+” 3.580-86 “B” 3.077-79 “C+” 2.570-76 “C” 2.067-69 “D+” 1.560-66 “D” 1.00-59 “F” 0.0

INCOMPLETE “I” 0.0

An "I" is given as an opportunity for students to make up incomplete class work. Class work should be made up prior to the 40th day of the next marking period. "I's" are calculated as "F's" in grading/averaging. The principal may extend the deadline.

Any student with a GPA below 2.0 shall have their parent or guardian notified that good work is necessary to ensure that high school graduation requirements are met. Students will be assisted in meeting these requirements through a variety of options, which may include, but are not limited to:

School-sponsored help sessions Forgiveness policy Study skills classes Volunteer and/or peer tutorsHomework hot lines Adult education classesSpecial counseling

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Use of Media CenterThe goal of the South Plantation High School Media Center is to provide a program that effectively supports the objectives and philosophy of the school through the selection, the organization, and the access provided to print, non print, and digital material.

Hours of OperationThe media center is open from 7:35 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Student Responsibilities Passes are not needed before school or after school; however, passes are required

throughout the school day and at lunch time. Lunch time passes may be obtained before and after school from the media center and

are valid for the current month. On entering the media center, students must be wearing ID cards and present passes

during the relevant times. No food or drink is allowed in the media center. The playing of video games is not allowed. Library materials and resources must be used responsibly

Reserving the Media Center for Class Use Teachers are asked to reserve time with the media staff to bring their classes to the media

center. Media center reservations are scheduled with the Media Specialist and updated regularly. Teachers must stay to supervise their classes. Teachers should not plan a library assignment on a day when there will be a substitute

teacher in charge of the class. Reserving the media center for after school use is the responsibility of the relevant

assistant principal.Book Circulation

Books are checked out to students for a two week period and may be renewed. Students must show SPHS ID card to check out books. Students may borrow a maximum of three books on the same topic. Reference books are checked out for overnight use only. Overdue notices are sent to the second period teacher to be distributed to students, but

also Parent Link, a County initiative which is completely automated, will call students’ homes based on the amount of time their item is overdue. The fourth and final call gives the replacement cost.

Virtual Counselor lists student obligations including library books. Items being returned are to be placed in the circulation desk “Book Drop.”

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SavvyCat The catalog of the media center collection is available on line at SavvyCat. The catalog

may be accessed from home at http://savvycat.broward.k12.fl.us/ The media center computers and computers from the laptop carts give access to the

catalog through the BEEP portal. This is the opening page to the computer when students open Internet Explorer. Go to Doorway #2, Research and Homework Help, and SavvyCat and other databases will be accessible.

Sunlink Library Database contains a catalog of library materials of Florida’s k -12 public schools.

It may be accessed at http://www.sunlink.ucf.edu. Search all schools by going to Quick Search then clicking on Find It or go to Advanced

Search, then on the map of Florida that comes up, go to Region 5, then Broward. Use the pull down menu to go to the specific school to be searched. Search by subject, author, or title. Sunlink also indexes relevant websites and allows for the creation of bibliographies

which may be printed. South Plantation participates in Interlibrary Loans with the Florida public schools that

participate in the Sunlink database.

Professional ResourcesThe Professional Library Collection contains materials related to educational practices and research, curriculum design, and development.  These materials have been selected to meet the needs of professional educators and administrators, as well as students seeking advanced degrees in education. The collection is integrated into the collection at the Broward County Main Library, 100 South Andrews, in downtown Fort Lauderdale.  Evening and weekend hours increase accessibility to these important resources.

To contact the Professional Collection liaison:Phone: (954) 357-7177 (voice mail)        FAX: (954) 357-7507

Pony Address: Professional Collection, Main Libraryhttp:www.co.broward.fl.us/library

Databases Teaching Books

An online collection of author programs and book resources Thompson Gale

A database which includes access to magazines, newspapers, reference books, information on authors & their works, opposing viewpoints, Internet links, a Spanish encyclopedia & more

SIRS ResearcherA general reference database with thousands of full-text articles exploring social, economic, scientific, health, historic, business, political and global issues

Grolier Online

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Includes:New Book of KnowledgeGrolier Multimedia EncyclopediaEncyclopedia AmericanaLands & PeoplesNew Book of Popular Science

Science Reference CenterIncludes full-text articles from scientific journals & magazines, encyclopedias, reference books, nonfiction books, newspapers, primary source documents, biographies & images

Other Resources Subscription to several magazines Two year’s archived magazines for in library use Pay copy machine Pay printer Laminator Poster maker Scanner

Audiovisual Services Equipment which is on loan from the media center and not considered as long term loan

equipment, must be reserved at least one day prior to the intended use. Equipment should be returned to the media center before the final dismissal bell, unless

arrangements are made in advance to keep the equipment longer than one day. LCD projectors are in many classrooms. (Please turn off when not in use to prolong the

life of the bulb). A poster maker is available for teacher use. A laptop cart is available for short term check out. Videotapes and DVDs are a part of the media center collection. Taping “off air” for classroom use must conform to School Board Policy.

Video Approval ProcessAll audiovisual materials, including films and videotapes, purchased or borrowed from sources outside the Broward County School System for use in Board-approved courses of study must be approved in writing by administration by using the Video Request Rationale Form (Appendix A). Audio/Visual materials selected for student instruction and classroom use must be age appropriate and relevant to the specific instructional goal. When available, the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) ratings should be used to guide decisions about audience appropriateness.

Approved videos may be shown for educational purposes only. Videos may NOT be shown as a reward or for entertainment purposes.

School Board Policy 6101. Rules Amended: 6/4/91, states that curriculum materials shall:

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1. Be consistent with School Board of Broward County policies.2. Support and be consistent with the educational goals of Broward County

Schools and the objectives of specific courses.3. Be positive in approach.4. Have literary, aesthetic, or social value.5. Impart social values consistent with core values as identified by a community-

wide task force established by the School Board (See attached).6. Be free of bias.7. Help students gain awareness and understanding of the many contributions

made to our society by minority and ethnic groups and women.8. Be appropriate in content and in references.9. Be accurate in content.10. Be relevant to curriculum continuum.11. Be timely.12. Exhibit quality in language and format.

Administration will review all video approval requests and deny or grant approval based on the abovementioned district criteria.

Films or videotapes rated R, X, or NC-17 are prohibited in Broward County Public Schools.

Daily AnnouncementsAny announcement for Knights in the Morning/Afternoon must be signed by the sponsor and approved by the Supervising Administrator. Knights in the Morning/Afternoon announcements Forms (Appendix D) are to be submitted to the Front Office by the end of the day prior to the time the announcement is to be read.

Guest SpeakersAccording to School board Policy, an administrator must clear and approve all outside speakers or resource people before they can be invited to appear on our campus. To seek approval for a guest speaker, complete the Guest Speaker Rational Form (Appendix B). A Resource Guide of School Board approved guest speakers and guest speaker forms are available in the Student Affairs Office.

Supply RequestsPlease see your department head for all supply needs and requests.

TextbooksThe procedures for ordering and issuing textbooks are below. If there are any questions related to textbooks, please contact Mr. Dustin Major. If he is unavailable, please contact Mr. Ron Reed or administration.

Ordering TextbooksThe responsibility of obtaining textbooks (state-adopted only) for the school rests with the school textbook coordinator. The Department Chair with the approval of the principal must obtain all non-state adopted texts.

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Issuing TextbooksClass sets as well as individual textbooks will be issued by the textbook coordinator and/or textbook volunteers.

Emergency Preparedness DrillsStudent and staff safety is critically important to the functioning of the day to day activities. Please ensure that the guidelines are followed each day. If there are any questions about the Emergency Preparedness Drills please contact Mr. Ron Reed.

Fire DrillsIn order to avoid confusion and to provide for the safety of the students, the following procedure will be used in the event of an emergency in which the school building must be evacuated.

The evacuation signal will be a loud continuous buzz with flashing lights, which will be easily distinguished from the school bell. Three short rings of the school bell will be the signal to return to the classroom.

1. Each Classroom will have a map with evacuation routes clearly marked. “Floating" teachers should become familiar with exit routes for all assigned rooms.

2. Have your students exit the building and proceed to their assigned location in a quiet and orderly manner.

3. Check restrooms in your area to be sure no one is left behind.4. Do not attempt to extinguish fire until all students are evacuated.

Tornado DrillsEnclosed classrooms-stay in classroom sitting on floor away from exterior building walls.EXCEPTIONS :

Room 131- Evacuate to 130 corridor, sitting on floor, facing lockers, staying clear of glass doors at either end.

Room 134- Evacuate to 130 corridor, sitting on floor, facing lockers, staying clear of glass doors at either end.

Room 231- Evacuate to 230 corridor, sitting on floor, facinglockers, staying clear of glass doors at either end.

Room 261- Evacuate to 260 corridor, sitting on floor, facing lockers, staying clear of glass doors at either end.

Room 164- Evacuate to south outside corridor, facing walls.Room 252- Evacuate to 250 corridor, sitting on floor, facing

lockers, staying clear of glass doors at either end. Room 254- Evacuate to 250 corridor, facing lockers, staying clear of

glass doors at either end. Library evacuate to corridor 160, facing lockers, staying clear of glass doors at either end. Horticulture evacuate to gymnasium, sitting on the floor facing the East wall. Hearing Impaired evacuate to the auditorium, center row, between the rows on the floor. P. E. evacuate to the auditorium as assigned (Outside classes only. Inside classes

evacuate to the gym):

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Right front (facing stage) between the rows on the floor Left front (facing stage) between the rows on the floor Right rear (facing stage) between the rows on the floor Left rear (facing stage) between the rows on the floor

Avoid bookcases or counters where objects could fall on heads. No one should answer or make phone calls during the drill. Students should be sitting facing the walls.

Hall PassesStudents are not allowed to leave class without a pass. No passes are to be issued during the first and last fifteen minutes of each class period or during lunch unless it is an emergency. After the teacher gives the student permission to leave the classroom a) student using a one way pass will sign a log located in the classroom, take the pass, and then leave for the purpose intended; b) Students using a return pass will sign out on pass with teacher signature required. When the student returns to the classroom he/she will return the pass to the designated location, and sign back in with the time he/she reentered the classroom.

Discipline ProceduresEvery teacher is responsible for the students assigned to him/her throughout the entire class period. Each teacher is expected to take care of the discipline problems which arise within his/her classroom. It is generally recognized that the classroom teacher administers the most effective classroom discipline. Therefore, teachers should explore every avenue before referring students to Student Administration. Suggestions to help solve discipline problems are below:

1. Consult the cumulative record for all available information.2. Arrange to have a conference with the student outside of class, either before or after

school.3. Refer to the Guidance Department for assistance in finding the cause and suggestions for

improvement.4. Contact the parent by telephone to discuss the problem.5. Confer with the department chair and/or other teachers who teach the student.6. Administer disciplinary action, such as detention or request a parent conference. It is

strongly advised that all teacher/parent conferences include a guidance counselor or administrator.

7. Students should not be sent to the Administrative offices unless called for by their assistant principal. Only the principal/assistant principal(s) have the right to temporarily exclude a student from class or to suspend him/her from school.

DetentionDetentions may be assigned for a violation of the rule as set forth by the classroom teacher. Please allow students a week to serve their detention. This will allow the student time to inform their parents and make arrangements for transportation. We will provide a detention monitor for administrative detentions.

ReferralsWhen initiating a referral, be very specific about the behavior(s) or situation that prompted the referral. Document exactly what the student did and said, including profanity, if appropriate.

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Information should be written verbatim. You are then to make parent contact and explain the situation to them. Once you have spoken to the parent/guardian you must complete each section of the referral document on the Discipline Management System located in Virtual Counselor. Referrals that are submitted without documentation of parent contact will be sent back to the initiator. Once contact has been made the referral can be resubmitted for administrative action.

If a referral requires immediate action, please make personal contact with the appropriate administrator.

Lock OutIn an effort to decrease the amount of disruption to instruction during first hour, only EXCUSED student will be permitted into class after the tardy bell. These students will be issued an official pass and may enter class.

Any UNEXCUSED student late to first hour must sign in and report to Room 132 for lockout. These students will be released to their second hour class.

Any student arriving late to periods 2-7 must report to Internal Suspension in room 132. Students will remain in room 132 for the remainder of the day.

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SECTION 8: MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Each classroom will be cleaned daily. Teachers, however, must keep white boards clean, REQUESTS FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICES MUST BE E-MAILED TO THE HEAD CUSTODIAN BRIAN PEART. Any room condition problems should be reported on the facility form found in the appendix of this manual.

We must properly care for our buildings and facilities. One of the important lessons we hope our students will acquire is thoughtful appreciation and careful use of public property.Teachers must be constantly alert to detect any defacing of desk tops, writing on walls, loosening of screws and bolts, etc., and report this immediately to the Head Custodian via CAB. Each teacher is responsible for the area in which he/she is assigned. Periodically during the year a survey of the school plant and equipment will be made to evaluate the care of the area. Teachers are required to make a report to the Head Custodian, in the event property has been damaged, defaced or misplaced. A copy of the Custodial Maintenance request form is in the back of this handbook.

Care of Building and FurnitureSince several teachers may use the same room, it is important to maintain a careful check to see that the room is neat at the end of the period. Do not allow any writing on desks. A definite seating arrangement will help the teacher in supervising the room. There is to be no food, candy or drinks brought into the classroom.

Under no circumstances are students to open or close removable walls. This is the teacher's responsibility.

Any vandalism or breakage should be reported immediately to an assistant principal.

In order to conserve electricity, teachers are asked to keep doors closed and to turn off the lights when leaving the room.

School PartiesCLASSROOM PARTIES ARE NOT ALLOWED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. NO OUTSIDE FOOD IS ALLOWED IN THE SCHOOL.

Facilities and EquipmentUse of the school's facilities and/or equipment is permitted provided the following conditions are met:

1. Permission is secured from administration for use of facilities and is put on the facilities/activities calendar, which is maintained in the Supervising Assistant Principals' Office.

2. Permission is secured from the instructor and/or department head for use of any School Board equipment. A sign out card must be completed and approved by the Assistant Principal in charge of facilities before signing out equipment.

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3. Advance written notification of facility use is given to the administrator in charge of facilities. Please advise the Head Custodian in advance whenever a microphone or other special equipment is needed.

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SECTION 9: TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION

Technology Assistance RequestsIf you are in need of Technology assistance please call ext.3150 and leave a message detailing your needs.

Copyright Information

ALL SCHOOL BOARD EMPLOYEES SHALL CONFORM WITH ALL EXISTING FEDERAL AND STATE COPYRIGHT LAWS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PUBLIC LAW 94-533, THE COPYRIGHT ACT.

The regular legal and/or liability insurance protection provided by the School Board will not be extended to Board employees who knowingly violate Copyright Laws.

"To avoid violation of copyright laws by Board employees, the Superintendent's designee(s) shall make available to employees appropriate guidelines, training and assistance with copyright law compliance."

Taping Off-AirA. Taping commercial television for instructional purposes is permissible.

Use of Taped Material May be used up to ten days after tape date. May be used only on individual TV sets, not closed-circuit. After 45 days, tape must be erased. Taped material may not be altered or merged.

B. Taping cable television is not permissible. (Example: Disney, HBO, Showtime, etc) However, programs approved by Cable in the Classroom are. (A copy of Cable in the Classroom giudelines is available in the media)

C. Penalties for infringement1. $250 - $10,0002. One to two years imprisonment

Copyright Law states the material is protected for the life of the author plus 50 years

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SECTION 10: FIELD TRIPS

The School Board believes trips, both in and out of the County, can be an integral part of the learning process in many areas of education for purposes of this policy. A field trip shall be defined as a district-approved trip away from a school board site. Field trips shall not exceed five (5) consecutive school days. Please see the administrator over field trips for detailed county instructions and forms.

Field Trips (South Plantation School Policy)1. A field trip authorization form for field trips within the tri-county (Broward, Dade,

Palm Beach) area must be submitted to the assistant principal in charge of student activities at least four weeks prior to the date of the trip . Field trip authorization request forms for trips out of the tri-county area must be submitted six weeks in advance in order to obtain approval from the area superintendent and have time to make the necessary arrangements. The superintendent's signature is required for out-of-country trips and special provisions apply (See Board Policy 6303).

2. Prior to submitting the field trip request form for authorization by the principal, the teacher must clear the field trip with his or her department head and with the assistant principal over field trips by obtaining their signatures on the field trip form. The form will then be reviewed and submitted to the principal/area superintendent. A copy of the approved form will be returned to the teacher's mailbox at which time the teacher may proceed with arrangements for the trip. Do not collect money or send parent permission slips home prior to obtaining final approval for the trip.

3. A teacher sponsoring a field trip must provide to all teachers in the school, an alphabetized list with the names of all students approved to go on the trip. Included on this list of names must be the date(s) and periods students will miss classes. This list must be signed by the assistant principal in charge of field trips prior to duplication and placement in the mailboxes the day before the trip. In addition, a copy of this list is to be given to the attendance secretary no later than one(1) in advance of the trip.

4. Second period teachers are to send in the names of the students who are absent from second period even if they have been listed to attend a field trip. The attendance secretary will cross off the names of those students who actually do attend and place "FT" next to their names. According to the attendance policy, a student is to be considered in attendance at school while attending a school sponsored field trip. Please record the field trip in your attendance using the coding FT and treat it as an excused absence for the purpose of make-up work.

5. It is the responsibility of the field trip sponsor to notify the attendance secretary of the names of any students who:

a. Do not report to a scheduled field tripb. Are denied permission to attend

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c. Who decides not to attend a scheduled trip after the list of names has been published.

This notification must be made to the attendance secretary prior to leaving on the trip.

6. Parent authorization for a field trip must be left on file at the school with the administrator in charge of field trips prior to the field trip. Therefore, the teacher is advised to prepare a list of student emergency numbers for trips where medical authorization forms are not required.

7. Day trips that will be a substantial distance from the school, such as trips to Key Largo, Epcot, or out of Broward County, and all over-night trips require the teacher to obtain authorization for emergency medical treatment before the student will be allowed to go on the trip. These forms are to be taken with the sponsor on the trip to be used in the event of an emergency situation.

8. See the assistant principal over field trips regarding transportation arrangements. Only approved carriers may be used to transport students.

9. A Temporary Duty Authorization’s (TDA) must be completed for all school personnel attending a field trip.

10. Field trips may not be scheduled on Interim Report days. Teachers are also discouraged from planning trips for Mondays or Fridays. Field trips will not be approved on major test days or during significant school/educational activities such as spring registration.

11. If a travel agency is used for a trip to be made by bus, the bus companies used must be from the in county, out-of-county bus list provided by the Transportation Department.

On-campus events that will result in a student missing another teacher’s class or classes are to be scheduled in the same manner as off-campus field trips, i.e. Approval obtained, list published, etc.

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Field Trip Forms Descriptions and Usage

Field Trip Authorization (Tri-County)Use School Board Form #03181.

Field Trips within the Tri-County area (Broward, Miami Dade, Palm Beach Counties) require only the principal’s (designee’s) signature.

Approval is required four (4) weeks prior to the trip.

A copy must be placed in the Field Trip Documents Envelope (FTDE).

Field Trip Authorization - Out of Tri-County Area or OvernightUse School Board Form #03181, and note that this type of Field Trip requires the area superintendent’s approval in addition to the principals (Designee’s) signature.

The approval process must be initiated six (6) weeks prior to the trip.

A copy must be placed in the FTDE.

Transportation ArrangementsOption 1.

To use School District Buses Use the Form SCHOOL BOARD BUS REQUEST A copy must be placed in the FTDE.

Option 2. To use Vendor Buses Refer to the Vendor List available in the Administration Office to generate 3

quotes. Use OUTSIDE VENDOR BUS QUOTE SHEET to document the 3 quotes. A copy must be placed in the FTDE.

Option 3. To use Private Vehicle(s) Complete the REQUEST FOR APPROVAL TO USE PRIVATE CAR FOR

TRANSPORTING STUDENTS form.

NOTE:A copy of your driver’s license and a copy of your insurance card must be submitted with the Field Trip Authorization Form. A copy must also be placed in the FTDE.

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Temporary Duty Authorization (TDA’s)THE TEMPORARY DUTY AUTHORIZATION (TDA) is utilized when teachers or other staff members will be accompanying students on a field trip during the school day or weekend. This form authorizes the employee to be away from their work location but in the capacity of representing the school. TDA’s for teachers and staff members need to be authorized by the school principal. However, if the School Principal will be accompanying the group on the field trip the area superintendent must authorize the principal’s TDA. A copy must be placed in the FTDE.

Field Trip Authorization FormThere is to be a signed FIELD TRIP AUTHORIZATION form for each student participating in the trip. This form must be retained for auditing purposes in the FTDE.

Field Trip Medical FormThere is to be a signed FIELD TRIP MEDICAL form for each student participating in trips out of Broward County. This form must be retained for auditing purposes in the FTDE. The supervising teacher should carry the form during the field trip to serve as a reference, and documentation in the event that medical services are needed during the field trip.

List and ItineraryUse the TRIP INFORMATION form and attach a list of the students and chaperones. This alphabetized list of students must be given to:

The Bus Driver before the bus leaves the school grounds The Attendance Secretary the day before the field trip All teachers in the school the day before the trip The Attendance/Student Affairs’ Office indicating who is in attendance the day of the trip

and prior to leaving the school grounds. Special arrangements must be made for trips that leave at hours other than regular school hours.

The Risk Management office via fax or pony seven days prior to the field trip, for out of Tri-County or overnight field trips only. A copy must be placed in the FTDE.

School Bus Verification FormThis form is new and is devised to assure outside school bus vendors are utilizing yellow buses that have been approved by the School Board of Broward County’s Transportation Department. A copy must be placed in the FTDE.

South Plantation High School Rules for Overnight TripsAll students planning on participating in an overnight trip must sign and have the parent sign this form prior to going on the trip. This form is to be kept as part of the documentation in the FTDE.

Receipting Cross Referencing

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Documentation of receipts for the field trip given to students must be placed in the FTDE as part of the Audit Documentation.

Option 1. Place a copy of the Monies Collection Envelope in the FTDE.

Option 2. Place the green copies of the BC409 receipt (receipt books) in the FTDE.

FIELD TRIP PACKETS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FORM/INFO. FOLDER UNDER SPHS CAB

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SECTION 11: FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Anticipate your needs! Clubs, classes, sports, and organizations MUST operate on a purchase order system. No purchases will be honored without a previously approved purchase order. If purchases are made without prior approval, it will be the obligation of the purchaser to be responsible for payment. DO NOT expect to bring in invoices for reimbursement. No charges of any kind to vendors will be honored.

When monies are turned into the bookkeeper to be receipted, the teacher, sponsor, or student MUST allow himself or herself enough time to wait for the monies to be counted and receipted. No monies are to be left and counted at a later time.

As per School Board Policy 6208, money-raising drives requested by OUTSIDE AGENCIES, such as March of Dimes, Red Cross, or United Way shall not be conducted by students.

Special Note to Coaches: School Board Policy 3320 "Requisitions and Purchasing Procedures" Rule 19 mandates that "Interscholastic equipment and supplies will be purchased through the Purchasing Department on requisitions."

Money collected from a single event (car washes or bake sales) must be turned into the bookkeeper the following school day.

Financial RegulationsBoard regulations require that each student, club or class activity have a Board employee sponsor who will be responsible for training and supervising the students in the conduct of their activity. This assignment will include the responsibility for making certain that all monies related to the activity are properly controlled and deposited in the internal funds, and that all required records and reports are prepared.

1. Delays in Deposits of Moneya. All money must be turned in everyday.b. Money, Monies Collected, Envelopes and Receipt Books need to be turned in by Friday

morning regardless of the amount.c. Money that has not been turned in by 10:00AM on Fridays will have to wait for

Monday's deposit.d. Failure to comply will result in your class or club forfeiting their privilege to have fund-

raisers or collect money for any reason.2. Report of Monies Collected Envelopes

a. Report of monies collected is in the form of an envelope and are numbered.b. Teachers/Sponsors will sign out a Monies Collected Envelope and will be accountable for

its return to me. Students cannot sign for the teacher.c. Use one envelope for each type of fund collected (i.e. fund-raiser, dues, etc.).

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d. Put money in the envelope. I will receipt and return the envelope for the next collection. When the 30 spaces are full or when collection is over. I keep the envelope on file for auditing.

e. Monies Collected Envelopes are used for amounts of $15.00 and under.f. List the student’s name and the total amount collected when the “per item price” is under

$15.00.g. Blank envelopes with just a total will not be accepted.h. All monies collected envelopes must be turned in every Friday morning, even if you

haven't collected any money. 3. BC40-P Receipt Books

a. Receipt Books will be signed out and teacher/sponsor will be held accountable.b. Receipts are in triplicate and use carbon paper.c. Press Hard! Auditing has to be able to read the yellow copy. If it is not legible, pencil

over.d. Do not write on the front of the book.e. Receipt books and money must be turned in everyday.f. Receipt books and money must be turned in every Friday morning, regardless of amount.g. All Receipt Books must be turned in every Friday morning, even if you haven't collected

any money.When any money is brought to the office for receipting, you must wait while the money is being counted and for the receipt to be done. There will be times when the office is busy or checks are being written and the receipt cannot be done. In this situation you will have to come back later.4. Fundraisers

a. Complete a Project Approval Form and submit to the supervising administrator. b. No projects are allowed without project approval slips. These forms can be picked up in

the Student Affairs Office.c. Fundraising Reports will be due to the Bookkeeper one-week after the end of the

fundraiser.d. Please start and finish you fundraiser on time regardless of how much candy you have

left over. Your reports have to be sent downtown to the treasurer’s office and therefore have to be completed on time.

e. Make copies of your receipts before you turn them in for reimbursement. f. The copies of receipts are to be attached to the fundraising report with a breakdown of the

total number of items available for sale. g. Sales Tax will be paid to the School Board's Internal Accounts Dept. instead of the

vendor. This will be computed on your fundraising report. All fund raisers will be taxed except for car washes.

h. Car washes do not require a fundraising report.i. Money from car washes is to be turned in the morning after the event in a Report of

Monies Collected Envelope.j. Money is to be turned in organized. All coins are to be rolled if it makes up a complete

roll. Currency is to be facing in the same direction and grouped by denomination. Money will not be accepted just thrown into the envelope. It will be returned to you.

5. Sales Taxa. All Banquets (Awards, End of Year, etc.) for classes & clubs are now tax-exempt.

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b. Admissions to Proms/homecoming or other similar events in which a commercial outside entity (Disc. Jockey; Band; Radio Station Personality) is engaged to perform is taxable. However, purchases made in preparation for the dances (hotel charges, flowers, decorations, etc.) are Exempt. Sales tax will be figured on the sale of tickets. A Ticket Report must be completed and sales tax remitted to the Internal Accounts Office.

c. Admissions to Disney World for Grad Night are tax-exempt.d. The sale of Horticulture nursery stock is taxable. This includes all plants grown at the

school. A fundraiser report will be done for all plant sales. Sales tax will be computed on the fundraising report and remitted to the Internal Accounts Department.

e. Sales Tax is paid to the Vendor on all items purchased for resale.f. Classes & clubs who CHOOSE to order shirts, jackets, caps or other similar items must

pay sales tax on those items. Only uniform shirts that are required are tax-exempt. This requirement must be in writing from the principal and be available for auditing.

6. Transportationa. Buses used are to be selected from the approved School Board of Broward County

transportation list.b. A School Bus Verification Form must be completed each time a bus is used.c. Use a purchase order along with a Quote Form when ordering buses.d. NO ADVANCED PAYMENTS WILL BE MADE.e. Companies on bid will accept a purchase order and will bill the school after the fact.f. Bus cancellations are to be in writing to the bus company in advance.g. Driver’s room, tip, and tolls are included in the rate. (except for yellow buses)

7. Purchase Orders and Checksa. Purchase orders must be completed for all purchases.b. Purchase orders need principal's approval before making the purchase. c. Teachers/sponsors and students making purchases without purchase order authorization

in advance have spent their own money.d. Complete the purchase order, and then submit to the bookkeeper that will assign a PO

number. The bookkeeper will have the principal sign and then put the original in your mailbox.

e. It is your responsibility to mail the purchase order to make purchase arrangements with the vendor.

f. When the bill comes in, complete an Expense/Payment Request Form, sign, and attach the invoice for payment.

g. Payment cannot be made from a statement. Only an invoice. h. Checks will not be written without the proper backup documentation. There will be no

exceptions! You need to have an invoice up front or you will have to pay and then be reimbursed after you provide an itemized receipt.

i. Classes and clubs must have an Organizational Minutes Form attached to the Expense/Payment Request Form along with the invoice or receipt before a check can be written.

8. TDA’s, Travel Vouchers, and Trip Reportsa. When traveling with students, we must have on file in the bookkeeper's office, a copy of

your TDA, a Travel Voucher, and a Trip Report.

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b. If reimbursement is being requested, you can only be reimbursed for the actual amount you paid personally out of pocket. Any monies owed to your class or club account have to be reimbursed directly to the school.

c. Attach your original receipts to all paperwork and include a program of your agenda. Submit to in-service facilitator for personal reimbursement and bookkeeper for class or club reimbursement.

9. Membershipa. The school cannot pay for personal memberships to organizations.b. Memberships can be paid if the name on the membership is the schools, (South

Plantation High School) but not an individual.

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SECTION 12: FUND RAISING

All contests and fund raising activities must have prior approval from the Assistant Principal for Student Activities and the Principal. Under no circumstances will any fundraiser be held without prior approval. For each fundraiser, a fund raising report must be completed by the sponsor and turned into the bookkeeper no later than one week after the end date of the sale or fundraiser. See the bookkeeper if you need assistance with proper procedures for ordering items, issuing receipts, requesting checks, or completing fund raising reports.

There will only be two fundraisers per organization per school year. One fundraiser may be a major sale and the other is to be more limited in scope. These activities shall not be conducted during the student’s scheduled instructional time. Requests for deviations from this rule shall be submitted to the appropriate Area Superintendent for approval.

Students who are representing the Broward County school system in any manner shall be prohibited from participating in "panhandling" activities.

A teacher, club, or organization under the name of South Plantation High School will purchase no merchandise without the principal’s approval and a proper purchase order is completed.

Authorized ActivitiesPlease be aware that all contests, fund-raising activities, etc., must have administrative approval prior to our involvement.

Many groups are prohibited from the above mentioned activities: any religious group, anything, which is inherently advertising, any group that represents philosophies in conflict with our school, community or nation, etc.

Approximately once each month the Superintendent's Screening Committee meets to review requests from different organizations. The results of these meetings are then forwarded to each school. A master list is maintained in the principal's office.

In spite of these precautions, there may be an instance when an "approved" group or speaker addressing your students, may venture into forbidden territory with respect to his/her presentation. Should that occur, you, as a faculty member, must assume the authority to stop the activity. However, prior screening approval by department chairperson or department administrator should greatly reduce the possibility of any of the above occurring.

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SECTION 13: STUDENT ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS

A student activity program is an essential part of the school program. The organization of clubs is to be encouraged. All such clubs and groups, including those sponsored by outside clubs or activities, shall be subject to the following provisions:

1. Organizations shall be effected only upon approval of the Assistant Principal for Student Activities.

2. The Assistant Principal over Student Activities shall supervise and have final authority for all activities of such organizations.

3. All funds relating to such organizations shall be deposited in the internal account of the school, to be disbursed only upon prior approval of the Principal.

4. All club activities are to end and all financial matters cleared with the bookkeeper no later than May 1 st .

5. All events must be cleared through the Assistant Principal for Student Activities using the Project Approval Form and put on the school calendar with approved dates.

6. This includes use of facilities, with appropriate calendar clearance, for fundraisers as well as banquets on or off campus. All contracts are to be signed by the Principal and must be turned in to the Assistant Principal for Student Activities for prior clearance.

7. If you are planning an event that involves the band, cheerleaders, or other special groups, please notify the appropriate advisor at least two to three weeks in advance so that they can plan and coordinate their groups.

Concession StandsAll Booster Organizations that run a concession stand during their event must have a written agreement with the principal as to how the school and/or your organization will benefit from the sales of the concession stand. A Revenue & Expenditure From must be completed and readily available for auditing purposes.

*All records/books must be available for our annual audit

Concession stands must be run by your parents, NOT students or employees of the school. Concession stands includes but is not limited to the following locations on campus:

1. Separate free standing concession building or stand located adjacent toa football field, baseball/softball field, soccer field, track field.

2. Concession stand located in a gymnasium.

3. Concession stand located in a corridor either adjacent to or within agymnasium or the school’s main kitchen or cafeteria/cafetorium.

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Representatives from the Broward County Health Department will conduct periodic inspections of the concession stands for compliance with Health Department rules and regulations and to make sure that the concession stand is in compliance with their permit.

 It is estimated that the annual Broward County Health Department permits will cost anywhere between $50.00 and $160.00.     In the interim time (starting today, March 20, 2013) until the required inspections are completed and the proper permits are issued by the Broward County Health Department, there will be NO cooking of any food in any form inside or outside any concession stand (permanent or temporary) for any event.  This order will stay in affect until all requirements of the Broward County Health Department are met that pertains to the cooking, preparing, and handling of food.  There were a couple of options that were provided at the meeting by the representative from the Broward County Health Department that can be reviewed by each of our schools, that will allow them to provide cooked food at their sporting events.

It has also been recommended that those persons who work at any concession stand need to take a training class, even at those concession stands that do not handle cooked food and only handle processed food, such as pre-packaged food (chips, snacks) and drinks, so that they are aware of the proper handling of these pre-packaged items. Examples of what needs to be included in the training includes, but is not limited to the following:

 1.  The person who is handling the money cannot handle the pre-packaged food without first washing their hands and using gloves.

2.  The persons handling the pre-packaged food need to wash their hands and wear gloves.

3.  A hand-washing sink needs to be readily available, that has hot water, to these stands. For further information please contact:

Rocky GillisCounty Athletic Directoroffice: (754) 321-1208fax: (754) 321-1205rgillis@browardschools.com

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Sale of Food and Beverages

To: Principals November 3, 1995

From: Amos BonnerDeputy Superintendent

Subject: SALE OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE ITEMS IN COMPETITION WITH THE DISTRICT APPROVED FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM

I am requesting that you review the following information with appropriate members of your staff to ascertain that your school is in compliance with State Board Rules and School Board Policy on competitive food sales at school sites.

Any violations of these rules could seriously jeopardize the $23.3 million in federal cash reimbursements, $1.4 million in state cash reimbursements, and $3.1 million in federally - donated commodities received by The School Board of Broward County, Florida.

Florida State Board of Education Rule 6A-7.42 prohibits the sale of food and beverage items in competition with the district approved food service program. Further, it is stated in the rule that competitive food “may be sold in secondary schools only, with the approval of the school board, one (1) hour following the close of the last lunch period”.

A Department of Education interpretation states: “The intent of the rule is to prohibit the sale of food and beverage items in competition with the established food service programs. This includes competitive sales before classes begin in the morning, until one hour following the last lunch period in secondary schools. No competitive sales are permitted in elementary schools until after school hours.”

Broward County School Board Policy Number 6GX3.2, Rule 1 states: “In secondary schools, school organizations approved by the School Board may sell food and beverage items to students in competition with the School Food Service Program ONLY one hour following the close of the last lunch period”.

The rules include all competitive food items, such as carbonated beverages and other products contained in vending machines. It would also include any activities where student’s lunch monies are collected prior to lunch to pay for foods purchased from outside vendors and brought into the school.

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These rules do not apply to vending machines located in teacher lounges or other places not accessible to students.

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Activities DirectoryThe following is a list of clubs, classes, and activities offered at South Plantation High School. The information is as of August 2008, and may be altered slightly throughout the years. Unless otherwise specified, club meetings will be announced on the Knights in the Morning.

Best BuddiesStudents are matched with other students with intellectual disabilities in one-to-one friendships.

Business Professionals of America (BPA)Business Professionals of America is open to any student who is interested in a business career. In addition, students can compete in regional, state and national levels in a chosen event.

Debate TeamStudents must be academically oriented and enrolled in Debate I to be considered a member. Debate I students have the option of competing with the team for honors credit. For Advanced Debate II, III, IV, student competition is mandatory. Meetings are held during class.

Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)Members must be enrolled in the marketing class at South Plantation or participate in the On the Job Training Program. Students must have an interview with Mr. Holt before becoming a member. Some of the activities that DECA sponsors or participates in are the Fashion Show, Career Day, Job Market, Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive and many levels of DECA’s local, state and national competition.

ER AmbassadorsThe ER Ambassadors are part of an outreach program of the Environmental Science and Everglades magnet program. After training at field study laboratories, they travel to elementary and middle schools to teach the younger students about the restoration of the Everglades.

Family, Consumer and Career Leaders of America (FCCLA)FCCLA is a school, state, and national student organization that enables young men and women to become leaders and to participate in activities and projects involving teen issues, family, careers, and environmental concerns. Members have the opportunity to showcase skills in competitions and attend district, state, and national conventions.

First PriorityThis club is a non-denominational, student-led organization. Members study the Bible and share the word of God.

Florida Future Educators of America (FFEA)This club is for students interested in working with current educators and who would like to pursue a career in education.

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Four HAll students are welcome. Projects include community service hours at parks, nature habitats, schools and gardens. Projects are environmental and animal and plant oriented. The club enters competitions at local and state levels. For information on meeting dates, see the advisor in the Horticulture classroom.

French ClubAnyone in a French class or anyone who has taken French is eligible for membership. Meetings are held during lunch or after school Activities include Mardi Gras, French Food Days, candy sales, and viewing French plays whenever possible.

HOLA/Spanish ClubThe overall goal of the club is to encourage Latino/American students to complete their education, become involved in their school and community, enhance their communication skills, and increase their knowledge of their heritage and other Latino/Americans.

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)Memberships must be enrolled in a Health Occupations Education Course. Meetings are held during lunch. Activities include the HOSA Faculty Health Fair, County HOSA competitive events, blood drives, candy sale, Adopt-a-Family, Adopt-an-Angel and Teacher Appreciation Activities.

Inter-Club Council (ICC)Membership consists of one representative from each club and class (i.e. sophomores), usually the vice president. Anyone is welcome to attend the meetings. There are no dues. Members must attend the meetings, in order to keep their organization in good standing with Student Government. Activities include Club Day and candy sales to raise money for the Future Teacher’s Scholarship Fund. The main purpose of IOC is to serve as a forum where all organizations can discuss their problems and share ides.

Key ClubThis club is for students interested in performing community service. Meetings are held during lunch. Key club is sponsored by the local Kiwanis Club whose objectives include the development of initiative, leadership and good citizenship.

National Honor Society (NHS)Sophomores, juniors and seniors with a 3.5 GPA, no U’s or documented misconduct, two recommendation letters giving specific examples of leadership, and 30 hours of service documented through the Student Volunteer Program are eligible for membership. Sophomores join after the first semester. Meetings are held after school in the auditorium. Sixty service hours are required yearly to maintain membership, as mandated by the county.

The Paladin Society The Paladin Society was chartered in 1988 as a special interest club at South Plantation High School. Membership is open to all students who are interested in the historical period from the fall of Rome to the death of Queen Elizabeth I. The club allows students to participate in the

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whole spectrum of medieval life, from costume and armor making to dancing and cooking. The Paladin Society appears at most of the Renaissance Fairs in Florida and has performed at the Medieval-Times Dinner Theatre in Orlando. We have been featured on Broward Teen News and have been honored with a segment on CNN National News. Dues are $6 per semester or $12 per year. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of every month.

Quill and ScrollMember must be a junior or senior with at least two years in journalism credits, be recommended by a journalism teacher, be in the top third of their class, and approved by the Quill and Scroll Officers Board. Meetings are held at lunch. Activities include the winter and spring journalism banquets, and help with the literary fair.

Sign of the KnightsSign of the Knights is a leadership skills development and community service club for hearing impaired students. Sign of the Knights is a sign language performing group whose goals include increasing deaf awareness in the community.

Student Government Association (SGA)To become a member, one must be elected as a first period representative, a class officer, or a member of the Leadership Skills class. Any Paladin may attend meetings by obtaining permission from one’s teacher on meeting days. There are no dues. Members are required to attend bi-monthly meetings, tell their first period class what was discussed, and participate in activities. Meetings are held in the auditorium during alternating hours of the school day. Activities include Homecoming, Spirit Week, Canned Food Drives, Knights, Insanity Games, paper recycling, Hush Day, AIDS Awareness Week, Black History Week, and many more. The SPHS Student Government is THE ONLY BROWARD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL SGA to have received seven Gold Medal Council Awards from the Florida Association of Student Councils since the award was created in 1992.

Technology Students Association (TSA)This club focuses on problem solving and technology competition. Members participate in district, state, and national competitions, in which they prepare various technology projects of their choice. You meet lots of new people, learn about new aspects of technology, and even earn a few trophies. Everyone is welcome. No prior technology experience is necessary.

Youth Crime WatchThis club addresses Criminal Justice issues on campus and in the community. Members participate in programs that help reduce crime on campus. Field trips and guest speakers from agencies in Broward County are a part of the activities that educate the members. The club is recommended for students with interests in Pre-Law and Criminal Justice. Meetings are held in the Media Center. Listen for announcements on meeting dates.

Freshman ClassOfficers are elected the last week of September of their freshman year. Students can participate in all freshman class activities by coming to class meetings. The meetings are held during lunch or after school as the need arises. Meeting dates are listed in the Paladin Gazette and/or the

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Knights in the Morning announcements. They are held in the Homecoming activities such as Hall Decorating, Skit Night, floats and lunchtime activities. The class also participates in fundraisers. There are no dues.

Sophomore ClassOfficers are elected in the spring of their freshman year. The class meetings are held during lunch or after school as the need arises. Any sophomore can become involved with class projects by attending class meetings. Class projects include fundraisers such as candy sales, flower sales and car washes. Spirit activities include Homecoming activities. There are no dues.

Junior Class Officers are elected in the spring of their sophomore year. The class meetings are held during lunch or after school as the need arises. Any junior can become involved with class projects by attending class meetings and signing up for committees. There are no dues. Traditionally activities include fundraising, Homecoming and Senior Breakfast.

Senior ClassOfficers are elected in the spring of their junior year. The class meetings are held during lunch or after school as the need arises. Any senior can become involved with class activities by attending meetings or by applying to become a member of the Senior Class Executive Board, which plans activities. There are no dues. Seniors have two opportunities to participate in all Homecoming Activities, organize the Senior Prom, and the Grad Night Trip.

Academic CompetitionStudents participate in these activities though enrollment in specific courses. If interested in participating, students should check with their teachers. Competitions include Academic Games, Computer Competition, Foreign Language District Competition, and Florida Math League.

Other ActivitiesStudents interested in these programs should sign up for the classes provided. Instructor permission is required.

Chorus Paladettes YearbookBand R.O.T.C. NewspaperDrama TV Production

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SECTION 14: ATHLETICS

Students interested in sports should see the coach or the Athletic Director. During the first week of school, every student will receive a booklet with information on how to join the different athletic teams at South. This booklet will be distributed through first period classes.The athletic department is comprised of twenty-four varsity teams and nine junior varsity teams. These teams have built a great record since beginning in 1971.

Basketball Soccer Baseball Swimming CheerleadingTennis Cross Country Track Football (boys) VolleyballFlag Football Water Polo Golf Softball Wrestling

Items Needed to Participate1. Birth Certificate

a. All athletics must have their birth certificate recorded by the athletic director. Once it has been recorded, it does not have to be brought in again.

b. Authorized agencies are state, county, city Bureaus of Vital Statistics, hospitals, State Department of Washington D.C., Canadian church records, and passports.

c. Baptismal certificates are not acceptable except from Canada.

2. Insurance Forms a. Parents are responsible for carrying accident insurance on their child and signing

a notarized form. A copy of the policy or card must accompany this notarized insurance form.

b. Twenty-four hour school insurance will be accepted EXCEPT for tackle football where a special insurance is needed. All parents must check with their insurance company to make sure tackle football is covered in their policy. If not, Broward County School Board does offer a one-season policy for football. Check with the head football coach for the form and price.

3. Medical Forms Each year athletes must undergo a physical, which clears them for participation in a sport. This form must be signed by the parent, the physician, and be notarized. The medical and insurance forms, which are issued at the start of school, MUST be completed and returned to the coach BEFORE a student can go out for any sport, which includes cheerleading tryouts. These forms must be completed EACH YEAR of competition.

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Extra-Curricular Activities Eligibility Guidelines1. Scholastic Requirements There is no eligibility status change made at interims or the nine-week period. Eligibility is checked in August and not again until the end of the semester in January.

Incoming ninth graders must have been promoted from eighth grade. After the first semester, these freshmen must maintain a cumulative unweighted grade point average of 2.0 to remain eligible.

Sophomores and juniors must maintain a cumulative unweighted grade point average of a 2.0 or above in ALL courses taken since entering high school.

Summer school and night school may be calculated in this GPA. This grade will be added to their cumulative GPA. The night school credit must be completed by the start of the school year.

2. Residency Requirements Students shall be eligible in the school in which he or she first enrolls each year, or makes him or herself a candidate for an athletic team by engaging in a practice prior to enrolling in any member school. This rule for athletic eligibility does not supersede the authority of the school board to determine where a student attends school.

Reassigned students within the same academic school year shall not carry eligibility to another Broward County public school without a hardship waiver review by the FHSAA and the student’s right to due process. If a student’s domicile is changed, it is considered moving residency and the student will become eligible. If the student moves without his parents or other individual with whom the student has lived continuously for a full calendar year, then this will not be considered a corresponding change in residence.

3. Age Requirements A student may participate in interscholastic athletics until reaching the age of 19 years and 9 months. Upon reaching that age the student shall be ineligible for further participation in athletic competition.

4. Eligibility Limitations Student will be eligible for no more than four consecutive academic years upon successful completion of the eighth grade as defined by the pupil progression plan of the school in which the student is enrolled.

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SECTION 15: PTSO

The purpose of PTSO is to raise money to supplement funds provided by the School Board to purchase needed programs, supplies, or necessary extras for South Plantation High School. We want our children to have every advantage when it comes to education.

HOW:The PTSO meets on a monthly basis to work with the administration and staff to plan

activities, help with fundraisers, support school activities, and programs, etc.

MEETINGS:All meetings will be held the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in

the media center.

MEMBERSHIP:The PTSO would like every family to join and become involved in making South

Plantation the best it can be. Please fill-in the PTSO Membership Form (Appendix C) and mail it with your check to the address shown.

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SECTION 17: APPENDIX A-E

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APPENDIX A

South Plantation High SchoolVideo Request Rationale Form

Teacher’s Name: ___________________________ Date: _____________

Department: _______________________________

Name of Video you are requesting to show _____________________________________________________________________________

Date requesting to show video _____________________________________________________________________________

How does the video relate to the curriculum?______________________________________________________________________________

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What is the projected impact on student achievement?

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Signature of Department Head: ____________________________________________________

For Administrative Use Only

Video Approved _____ Video Not Approved _____

Signature of Administrator: ____________________________________________________

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APPENDIX B

South Plantation High SchoolGuest Speaker Rationale Form

Teacher___________________________ Department: _________________________

Name of Guest Speaker __________________________________________________________

Date Requesting Speaker_________________________________________________________

Purpose_______________________________________________________________________

Broward County Clearance _______________________________________________________

Topic_________________________________________________________________________

Impact on Students __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Classroom activities pre and post ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature of Department Head: ____________________________________________________

For Administrative Use Only

Speaker Approved _____ Speaker Not Approved _____

Signature of Administrator: ____________________________________________________

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APPENDIX C

Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) Membership Form

South Plantation High School 1300 SW 54 AvenuePlantation, FL 33317

Name __________________________________________________________________

Street Address___________________________________________________________

City____________________________________ Zip____________________

Home Phone ________________________ Work Phone ________________________

Email Address ___________________________________@______________._______

Student’s Name _______________________________ Grade _______________

Amount Enclosed ($10.0)______________________Make Checks Payable to: SPHS PTSO

PTSO MEETING DATES 2015-2016

September 8, 2015October 13, 2015November 10,, 2015December 8, 2015January 12, 2016February 9, 2016March 8, 2016April 12, 2016May 10, 2016

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APPENDIX D

KNIGHTS IN THEAFTERNOON

Date: ____________________________ Date to be read: _______________________

Contact Person/ Signature: _______________________/______________________

PLEASE WRITE ANNOUNCEMENT EXACTLY LIKE IT IS TO BE READ ON THE AIR.

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KNIGHTS IN THEAFTERNOON

Date: ____________________________ Date to be read: _______________________

Contact Person/ Signature: _______________________/______________________

PLEASE WRITE ANNOUNCEMENT EXACTLY LIKE IT IS TO BE READ ON THE AIR.

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APPENDIX ESOUTH PLANTATIONHIGH SCHOOL

2015-2016 FACULTY HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM

MY SIGNATURE ACKNOWLEDGES THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES OUTLINED IN THE SOUTH PLANTATION FACULTY HANDBOOK.

I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE BROWARD COUNTY SCHOOL STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT AND THE EDUCATORS CODE OF PROFESSIONAL CODUCT.

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_________________________________NAME (PLEASE PRINT)

_________________________________ ________________________SIGNATURE DATE

Return signed copy to Dr. Bonner by Tuesday Aug. 18, 2015.

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