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LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL

SCHOOL BASED DECISION

MAKING COUNCIL

POLICY HANDBOOK

7/20/97 6/27/00 7/25/02 6/28/04 4/09/09 1/24/10 12/4/14 5/7/2015

Updated 5/8/2015

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SBDM COUNCIL FUNCTIONS

1. Make policy to enhance achievement and meet the KERA goals.

2. Set policy on committees.

3. Set meeting time and agenda.

4. Determine the number of persons employed in each job classification.

5. Select textbooks.

6. Select instructional materials.

7. Select student support services.

8. Select new principal.

9. Consult with principal before he or she selects persons to fill other vacancies.

*10. Make curriculum policy.

*11. Assignment of all instructional and non-instructional staff time.

*12. Make student assignment policy.

*13. Make school schedule policy.

*14. Make school space use policy.

*15. Make instructional practices policy.

*16. Make discipline and classroom management policy.

*17. Make extracurricular policy, relating to student participation based on academic

qualifications and attendance requirements, program evaluation and supervision.

*18. Make policy on procedures for determining alignment with state standards,

technology use and program appraisal.

19. Select professional development.

20. Other

*INDICATES AREAS IN WHICH SBDM COUNCILS MUST HAVE POLICIES

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL

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FUNCTION: Set policy on committees

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Any person interested in establishing a new committee should define the purpose of the committee, outline the charges and take the request to the SBDM council for approval. Teachers, parents, classified staff, students and community members shall be encouraged to join the committees.

CHAIRPERSON: ________________________

ADOPTED: 1/23/97

REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL

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FUNCTION: Textbook selection

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Selection of textbooks should be a joint evaluation with parents and staff working together to choose the texts. This selection takes place after school hours or during the summer. Parents interested in helping with textbook evaluation will attend meetings and discussions in the subject area electing new textbooks. A textbook selection committee will be formed annually. Membership is open to all interested persons, including staff, students and parents. Membership is not limited in number. Schools throughout Fayette County will communicate with one another and work together to avoid overlapping of texts on the different levels. For example: a ninth grade text selected for adoption should not be the selected for tenth grade. Communication within public and private sector will be a necessity and the textbook selection committee will be responsible for the management of working together with other schools.

CHAIRPERSON: ___________________________

ADOPTED: 4/10/97

REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ____________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 9 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Consultation 9.1

A. Interview Committee for Vacancies 1. For each certified vacancy that occurs at Lafayette High School, the principal shall

appoint an Interview Committee of no fewer than three people. The committee membership shall include:

a. The principal or an associate principal; b. One SBDM parent. If an SBDM parent council member is not available,

another Lafayette parent may serve on the committee, but a certified SBDM member will also be named by the principal to serve on the committee;

c. At least one certified staff member who will work directly with the person to be hired.

2. For each classified vacancy that occurs at Lafayette High School, the principal shall appoint an Interview Committee of no fewer than three people, to include the principal or an associate principal and an SBDM member.

3. The principal or associate principal shall serve as the chair of the Interview Committee.

B. Development of Interview Questions Within two weeks of their appointment, the Interview Committee will meet in open session to discuss the interview process. 1. The chairperson of relevant department or administrative area shall provide a set of

standard interview questions to the committee. The Interview Committee may add additional questions based upon discussions prior to the interviewing of any candidates. The slate of questions will be reviewed by the head principal.

2. The Interview Committee will decide what, if any, additional methods it will use to gather information about candidates.

C. Applications and References Within one week of receiving a list of applicants from the superintendent, the Interview Committee will meet in closed session to: 1. Review applications and written documents. 2. Select the applicants to interview. 3. Determine the individual(s) responsible for doing the reference checks. At least three

reference checks will be completed using approved reference questions from FCPS Human Resources.

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D. Interviews After the selection of the candidates to be interviewed, a designee of the Interview Committee shall schedule an interview with each selected candidate at a time convenient for the Interview Committee.

1. Each interview will occur in a closed session of the interview committee. 2. Each candidate shall be asked all standardized questions in the same order. 3. Following the standardized questions, specialized questions, if any, and

follow-up questions, if any, can be asked. 4. Committee members shall briefly discuss the merits of each candidate

following the interview.

E. Consultation with the Committee (Delegated by the Council)

Within a week after interviews are complete, the Interview Committee, or a delegate of the committee, shall meet to discuss the general consensus of the committee and provide any additional input requested by the head principal. (The head principal may then conduct additional interviews with candidates.) This discussion will take the place of consultation with the council, so that the principal may make the selection, move forward in the hiring process, and report the decision to the council at the next regularly scheduled meeting, if circumstances dictate an immediate decision must be made.

F. Selection of the Person to be Hired

After considering the input from the Interview Committee, the head principal shall make the final selection of the person he or she believes will contribute most to the success of the school’s students. The principal shall then complete a Personnel Action Form (PAF) for FCPS Human Resources and await the approval of the superintendent.

G. Extra Duty Assignments and Positions 1. When only current staff members will be considered for extra-duty assignments or

positions, the principal shall make the assignment. The principal shall report to the council all extra-duty assignments made.

2. The principal may implement the procedures in A-F for extra-duty assignments if he or she believes it will be in the best interests of students and the school to do so.

POLICY EVALUATION We will evaluate the effectiveness of this policy annually through our School Improvement Planning Process. Chairperson: _______________________ Date Adopted: 8/27/1998 Date Reviewed or Revised:5/24/2000; 4/09/2009

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Field Trips 10.1 The teacher shall:

I. Look at the school-wide calendar for possible conflicts, II. Shall follow school board policy for field trips by submitting requests by

the appropriate deadlines, or submit a field trip justification statement to the principal for approval at least two (2) weeks in advance of the date of the field trip.

III. Give a listing of students involved to teachers and attendance clerk at least one week in advance of the date of the field trip.

IV. Make arrangements for supervision of students not involved in the field trip, as necessary, and

V. After the field trip, give an updated listing of students involved to teachers and the attendance clerk.

The principal shall approve or disapprove the field trip based on educational values and KERA principles, The students involved shall:

I. Get permission form signed by teachers and parent/guardian and return to field trip teacher.

II. Get assignments from any missed classes due to the field trip, and III. Schedule make-up work at teacher convenience.

CHAIRPERSON: ___________________ ADOPTED: 5/8/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: 4/11/02

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Lafayette Field Trip Permission Form (to be used when class time will be missed) Student Name: ________________________________________________ Purpose of Field Trip: ___________________________________________ Field Trip Date/Time: ___________________________________________ Field Trip Teacher: _____________________________________________ Teachers, please sign and comment if student is failing, has missing assignments, etc. A-DAY TEACHERS B-DAY TEACHERS Signature Comments Signature Comments 1st _____________ ______________ 1st ______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ 2nd _____________ ______________ 2nd______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ 3rd _____________ ______________ 3rd ______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ 4th _____________ ______________ 4th ______________ ______________ ______________ ______________ Based on review of signatures and comments above, _____________________ does / does not have my permission to go to ____________________________ (circle one) With _________________________on_____________________________________ (Teacher) (Date) Parent / Guardian Signature ______________________________________________ This form should be returned to teacher by __________________________________ (Date) Students transported by private vehicles are NOT covered by Board of Education liability insurance.

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Assemblies 10.2 Assemblies shall include but not be limited to an individual or group who shall abide by the following policy: 1. Any staff person or community group planning an assembly shall:

• look at the school-wide calendar for possible conflicts, • submit an assembly justification statement to the principal at least tow (2) weeks

in advance of the assembly date, • make arrangements for supervision of Lafayette students not involved in the

assembly, as necessary, • after the assembly, submit an updated list of participating students if different

from the original list 2. The principal shall:

• approve or disapprove the assembly based on educational values and KERA principles,

• notify teachers of any scheduled assemblies at least one week prior to any assembly,

• make plans for the efficient use of time given over to each approved assembly, and

• be responsible for scheduling assemblies equitably throughout the school day. 3. The students participating in the preparation, presentation and cleanup of an assembly program shall:

• get assignments for any missed classes due to an assembly, and • schedule makeup work at teacher convenience

CHAIRPERSON: _____________________ ADOPTED: 5/22/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: New Courses 10.3 By November 15 of each year, new courses must be submitted through counseling coordinators in charge of scheduling. Written course content, prerequisites and grade level must be included. If state approval is required, the central office is responsible for acceptance of new courses. New courses requiring state approval will be sent to central office for acceptance.

CHAIRPERSON: _________________________ ADOPTED: 3/27/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: __________________

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10.4 SCHOOL: Lafayette High School 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum-Exam Exemptions 10.4 Exam Exemption Policy College Ready Exemption:

• If a current senior meets the College Readiness benchmark in math (ACT-19, Compass-36, KYOTE-22), then he or she will be exempt from the second semester math final exam.*

• If a current senior meets the College Readiness benchmark in reading

(ACT-20 OR Compass-85) and English (ACT-18 OR Compass-74), then he or she will be exempt from the second semester English final exam.* *This exemption does not apply if/when it conflicts with BCTC curriculum requirements and credit requirements for Dual Credit English 101/102 and Dual Credit Math 150/123.

On-Demand Writing Exemption

• Sophomore and Junior Students who receive a Proficient or Distinguished score on the state-required K-Prep On-Demand Writing Test (Spring Semester) may earn one final exam exemption for the following fall semester.

o Exemptions may not be used in Dual Credit courses or classes where an End of Course Exam (EOC) is administered; these classes include English II, Algebra II, Biology and US History.

o Exemption may not be applied to a Math class o Exemptions may not be used in classes where a group

performance event is required for the final exam. o In order to use the exemption, students must follow the published

registration instructions by the announced deadline. o Students who did not participate in the K-Prep On-Demand Writing

Test will not be eligible to earn a final exam exemption. Adopted by Council: 2/25/1999 Reviewed/Modified by Council: 1/14/2010, 7/15/2010, 12/6/2012, 5/7/2015 CHAIRPERSON: Bryne Jacobs, Principal

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum-Class Rank 10.5 Beginning with the 2003-2004 school year, the determination of class rank will be based on student grades beginning with their freshmen year. The final class rank will be based on student grades from their freshmen, sophomore year, junior year and the full senior year. No more than two weighted freshmen electives will count towards their class rank. CHAIRPERSON: ______________________ ADOPTED: 5/22/03 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: 10/9/03

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum 10.6 Each year, Lafayette will offer our students college level courses in at least the following areas:

I. English II. Science III. Mathematics IV. Social Studies V. Foreign Language VI. The Arts

If the course is designated as an Advanced Placement course, it must:

I. Be identified as an advanced placement course by the College Board, II. Include the content as described in the College Board overview,

description and recommended course syllabus for the appropriate course. III. Be aligned with Kentucky’s Academic Expectations and Kentucky’s

Program of Studies. IV. Prepare a student to take and be successful on the appropriate advanced

placement examination administered by the College Board. V. Be taught by staff with appropriate content certification and professional

development preparation to teach the advanced placement course. Advanced placement instructors will be involved in the following professional development preparation: A. Experienced AP teachers will attend the one day updates provided by

the college board on a regular basis. B. Teachers will attend the AP summer institute provided by the college

board prior to teaching an AP course unless prohibited by extenuating circumstances, which require principal approval.

C. Professional development funds will be set aside for this expense.

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STUDENT ASSIGNMENT AND RECRUITMENT

We will encourage all students to take courses that are academically challenging. We will do that in the following ways:

I. Information on AP courses will be made available to all students and parents.

II. Counselors and/or teachers will advise students of these options when they prepare and revise their Individual Graduation Plans and encourage each student to take appropriate preparatory courses.

III. Teachers will encourage all students to take challenging courses each semester.

IV. In September and January, the SBDM will review enrollment in these courses by total numbers, gender, ethnicity, participation in the federal lunch program and disability status.

V. Based on that data, the SBDM council may amend the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan to add additional steps to ensure equitable participation in future terms.

VI. Prior to enrolling in an AP course, students will be expected to complete the prerequisite courses with an appropriate grade.

VII. AP class teachers will communicate, via US mail or email, to parents the information surrounding testing for their child’s class. In order to encourage more student participation, this should be communicated 6-8 weeks prior to the test and include all preparation information, such as practice testing dates, test dates, costs and due dates of payments, and financial assistance information.

CHAIRPERSON: _________________________ ADOPTED: February 26, 2004 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum 10.7 By November 1st of each year, the SBDM council shall review test data, including but not limited to KCCT test results. This examination shall include a review of results according to gender, ethnicity, participation in the federal lunch program and disability status. Based on the results of this examination, the SBDM may choose to modify the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan or other policies to enhance student achievement for all students. CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: June 10, 2004 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum-Assessment 10.8 Multiple assessments are specifically designed to provide meaningful feedback on student learning for instructional purposes.

I. There are opportunities for students to choose the ways in which they demonstrate learning based on preferred learning styles and intelligences.

II. Multiple forms of classroom assessments are analyzed by the classroom teacher to determine where instruction needs to be modified in order to ensure student learning.

III. Students receive meaningful feedback on their performances. Students are encouraged to use the feedback to strengthen their future performances.

IV. Performance standards are clearly communicated, evident in classrooms and observable in work.

CHAIRPERSON: ________________________ ADOPTED: June 10, 2004 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum-instructional Strategies 10.9 There is evidence that effective and varied instructional strategies are used in all classrooms.

I. Teachers use a variety of student centered instructional practices. II. Classroom instruction regularly addresses various learning styles, the

multiple intelligences and brain research. III. Instructional activities frequently require all students to use higher order

thinking and problem solving practices. IV. Content area and interdisciplinary connections are intentionally planned

and addressed in instruction. V. Principals are required to review and monitor implementation of effective

and varied instructional strategies as part of formal and informal observations and evaluations.

VI. Instructional strategies and learning activities are aligned with the school, district and state learning goals and assessment expectations for student learning.

CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: June 10, 2004 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum 10.10 The principal shall approve independent study courses. Each teacher wishing to teach an independent study course shall submit the following information for consideration prior to approval:

I. class syllabus II. homework policy III. grading policy/schedule IV. course outline V. schedule of activities

Enrollment in an independent study course should be limited based on the following criteria:

I. schedule conflicts necessitate the course, II. an extension of the students ability that cannot be met in another course, III. enrollment in grades 11 or 12

CHAIRPERSON: __________________________ ADOPTED: ___________________________ REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ___July 15, 2010__________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 10 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Curriculum 10.11 Teachers shall assign and monitor homework that relates to classroom instruction. Instructional follow-up and teacher feedback are provided for all homework assignments. The teacher shall demonstrate that homework is an extension of classroom learning and provides authentic connections. Opportunities for student choice and student self-evaluation will be made available when appropriate. CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: 11/13/03 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 11 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Assignment of Instructional Time 11.1 The master schedule shall be developed by the principals, counselors and department coordinators based on student preference as determined by pre-enrollment. The number of sections of course offerings will be determined by the principal/designees and student needs/requests. Placement of sections on the master schedule and teacher assignments to those sections will be determined by the principals with input from department coordinators and the teachers within the department. This process will be documented in department meeting minutes. Department minutes will be reviewed by the area principal to ensure the process is being followed. This master schedule will be reviewed by department coordinators at a regular meeting in the spring to ensure an equitable balance of single course offerings, levels of courses and planning periods throughout the day. The tentative master schedule and teacher assignments for the upcoming school year shall be completed prior to the conclusion of the current school year. Any teacher who wants an opportunity to change class schedules should render notice in writing to the department coordinator prior to summer break. Draft schedules will be provided to students prior to the beginning of the school year with specific dates and time for schedule changes. CHAIRPERSON: _________________________ ADOPTED: 5/22/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: 1/13/00 CHAIRPERSON: _________________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 11 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Assignment of Instructional Time 11.2 When developing a master schedule for each department in the spring, the average course size shall be less than or equal to 31 students. The principal, when considering any unique circumstances as provided by the department chairperson, may approve a higher ratio than 31 students per course. CHAIRPERSON: ____________________ ADOPTED: 5/22/03 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _____________ CHAIRPERSON: _____________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 12 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Student Schedule Change Request 12.1 Students are to pick up a course verification form at the end of each year and any corrections are to be made before school is out. This schedule can be changed the following year if it meets the following criteria:

• The course was completed during summer school or through correspondence courses,

• The student failed the course prerequisite, • A clerical error was made, • Inappropriate course level is scheduled, • A senior lacks the requirement for graduation, • The student is scheduled into 4 core courses on a single day of classes under the

alternating block schedule. Courses are to be considered “core” as defined by the CATS assessment system and the individual assessment units and include, English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

Class schedules will be provided to students in grades 10, 11, and 12 prior to the start of school. Ninth grade students will receive class schedules at the Freshmen/New student orientation. Parents will be made aware of the process for changing schedules. Requests for specific teachers will not be accepted. If a student fails a class under a teacher, he/she may not have to have the same teacher the second time unless there are no options. A student must pick up the schedule change form, take it home to be signed by a parent and then return it to the appropriate counselor. The counselor will determine if it fits one of the reasons and communicate with the student about what can be done. The student is not to change classes until she/he gets clearance from the counselor. After 6 class periods, a student will receive an F unless there is an extenuating circumstance, i.e. mono or other illness, in which case the F may be waived by the principal. Any requests which do not fit the above reasons will be sent to the principal. Interdepartmental levels changes may be made up to the midpoint of the semester. Parents and all involved teachers must sign off on the interdepartmental changes. Consideration must be given to passing a student in the second half of the semester if much improved when changed interdepartmentally.

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All decisions may be appealed to the principal. CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: 4/24/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: 1/13/00; 7/15/2010

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 13 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: School Schedule 13.1 Lafayette High School shall operate on an alternating day block schedule format. Classes shall meet every other day for approximately 90 minutes. CHAIRPERSON: _____________________ ADOPTED: February 26, 2004 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _____________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 14 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Use of School Space 14.1 During the instructional day, school space shall be allocated based upon the students to be served and academic requirements. The administration will work cooperatively with an appropriate department representative to make the decision. CHAIRPERSON: _____________________ ADOPTED: 4/22/99 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _____________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 15 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Instructional practices. 15.1 All instructional policies shall include: class syllabus, grading policy, homework policy and individual class policies that comply with handbook policies. Department chairs will be responsible for collecting teachers policies. Written distribution of policies to students shall occur during the first week of class. CHAIRPERSON: ___________________________ ADOPTED: 6/12/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ____________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 15 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Instructional Practices 15.2 Teachers shall attempt to contacting parents when a student’s grade drops 2 letter grades. Teachers shall document the attempt. CHAIRPERSON: ________________________ ADOPTED: 4/24/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 15 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Instructional Practices 15.4 Each teacher is required to administer a semester exam during the scheduled exam time. A copy of each semester exam should be given to the department chairperson. Designated class time shall be a constructive educational experience. The semester exam will range from 10% to 25% of the semester grade. Students are exempt from semester exams only due to efforts on CATS tests and writing portfolios. Students must be present during the entire scheduled exam to be exempt. Students must check in with the teacher and then go to the activity. FALL FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE Time Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 8:30 – 10:35 2nd 2nd 1st 1st block block block block final final final final 10:40 – 11:30 1st 1st 2nd 2nd block block block block class class class class 11:35 – 1:10 lunch/ lunch/ lunch/ lunch/ 4th 4th 3rd 3rd block block block block class class class class

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1:15 – 3:20 3rd 3rd 4th 4th block block block block final final final final

SPRING FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE

Time Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 8:30 – 10:35 1ST 1ST 2ND 2ND block block block block final final final final 10:40 – 11:30 2ND 2ND 1ST 1ST block block block block class class class class 11:35 – 1:10 lunch/ lunch/ lunch/ lunch/ 3RD 3RD 4TH 4TH block block block block class class class class 1:15 – 3:20 4TH 4TH 3RD 3RD block block block block final final final final Lunch Schedule 1st Lunch: 11:30 – 12:00 2nd Lunch: 12:05 – 12:35 3rd Lunch: 12:40 – 1:10 CHAIRPERSON: ________________________ ADOPTED: 10/22/98 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: 2/28/02

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 15 FUNCTION #15.5 FUNCTION: Instructional Practices 15.5 Students who actively participate in ESS tutoring programs shall earn participation points which shall be applied to their class in which they are receiving tutoring. The minimum number of points possible to earn shall be five. Criterion for earning the points shall include active participation in the tutoring session. The tutor shall indicate the number of points earned at the end of each session, complete a feedback form and then the student is responsible for returning the form to the originating teacher the next day. CHAIRPERSON: ______________________ ADOPTED: 9/23/99 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE 15 FUNCTION #15.6 FUNCTION: Instructional Practices 15.6 Students enrolling in a math course are expected to meet the guidelines for each particular course. Those guidelines are listed below: +

LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS COURSE OUTLINES

For students wishing to take the following classes, it is strongly recommended that each student follow these guidelines for enrollment in each course: AP Calculus have an “A” or “B” in Pre-calculus or consent of Pre-calculus teacher Calculus have at least a “C: in Pre-calculus or consent of Pre-calculus/ Topics teacher Pre-calculus have an “A” or “B” in Advanced Algebra II or consent of Algebra II teacher Topics in Math have at least a “C” in Algebra II Advanced Algebra II have an “A” or “B” in Advanced Geometry or consent of Geometry teacher Algebra II have passed Geometry Advanced Geometry have an “A” in Algebra I or consent of Algebra I teacher Geometry have passed Algebra I or Intro to Algebra Part II Algebra I have at least a “C” in Integrated Math Intro to Algebra Part II have passed both semesters of Intro to Algebra Part I

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Intro to Algebra Part I for initial high school math credit only Consumer Math current 11th/12th grade credit only Informal Geometry/ Practical Statistics current 11th/12th grade credit only AP Statistics have at least a “C” in Algebra II It is strongly recommended that any student with a “D” in any math class repeat that class in order to strengthen skills for the next course in the sequence of courses. It is required that a student with an “F” in any math course retake that course for credit. Any student signing up for a math class “against teacher recommendation” must have a “waiver” form signed by his/her parents. The waiver form should be kept on file with student’s counselor and teacher of that course that the student will be taking. CHAIRPERSON: ______________________________ ADOPTED: 2/10/00 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ______________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE 15 FUNCTION#15.7 FUNCTION: Instructional Practices 15.7 Any student who, for moral, ethical and/or religious reasons finds a mandatory assignment in a required course offensive, may request to complete an alternative assignment. The alternative assignment is to be designed by the teacher to be educationally equivalent to the assignment as stated in the syllabus with respect to: (1) the learner objectives of the unit, and (2) the point value of the assignment. The student will in no way be penalized for choosing the alternative assignment. The student shall sign a contract stating that the student understands that he or she has chosen, for one of the above reasons, to participate in an alternative assignment, and that the student is responsible for all of the learner objectives as outlined in the syllabus for the unit. CHAIRPERSON: _____________________ ADOPTED: 3/23/00 REVIEWED / MODIFIED ______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 15 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Instructional Practices 15.8 In the interest of improving student performance, all extra-curricular sponsors will be required to check grades of all student members each Friday.

I. Any student not passing at least two thirds* of his/her classes on any Friday grade check must attend one (1) hour of academic assistance (ESS, tutoring, or teacher conferencing) the following week.

II. Any student not passing at least two thirds* of his/her classes on two or more

consecutive grade will be ineligible to participate in any activities the following week and must attend one (1) hour of academic assistance (ESS, tutoring, teacher conferencing) the following week.

“at least two thirds” is defined as: 6 out of 8 classes 5 out of 7 classes 4 out of 6 classes 4 out of 5 classes 3 out of 4 classes CHAIRPERSON: ____________________ ADOPTED: 4/11/02 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ____________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 15 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Instructional Practices 15.9 In the interest of improving student performance, all co-curricular sponsors will be required to check grades of all student members each Friday. Any student not passing at least two thirds of his/her classes on any Friday grade check will be strongly urged to attend one (1) hour of academic assistance (ESS, tutoring, teacher conferencing) the following week. “at least two thirds” is defined as: 6 out of 8 classes 5 out of 7 classes 4 out of 6 classes 4 out of 5 classes 3 out of 4 classes CHAIRPERSON: ___________________ ADOPTED: 4/11/02 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ___________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 16 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: School Schedule 16.1 The SBDM council, through an ad hoc committee, shall review and make a modifications to the Lafayette Parent-Student handbook every year. This shall include a review of the discipline and classroom management components of the handbook. The committee shall include representation by parents, teachers and students. This review shall be completed with recommendations submitted to the SBDM council by June 1st of each year. CHAIRPERSON: ________________________ ADOPTED: February 26, 2004 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 17 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Equity 17.1 All groups at Lafayette High School will establish a plan to encourage and promote racial and gender equity within the group. The equity committee will report at least once each semester to the SBDM council on racial and gender equity. This report may include, but not be limited to extracurricular and co-curricular participation, enrollment in classes (i.e. advanced, AP, vocational), staffing and communication within the community. CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: 1/23/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 17 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Extracurricular Programs 17.2 Anyone interested in establishing a new extracurricular program should define the purpose of that program, the educational benefits, the activities involved and the membership requirements. A Lafayette faculty member must agree to sponsor the group. If no faculty sponsor can be found, then a Fayette County Board of Education employee approved by the principal may sponsor the group. The interested party should present this information to the SBDM for approval. If approved, this information will be included in the Student Parent Handbook as an official extracurricular activity. CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: 1/23/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 17 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Extracurricular Programs 17.3 The sponsor for each program shall submit criteria for student participation based on academic qualifications, attendance requirements, program evaluation and supervision to the SBDM Council for approval before the first April meeting. This information will be included in the Student Parent Handbook. After the criteria is submitted, the sponsor shall submit criteria only when changes are made. CHAIRPERSON: ________________________ ADOPTED: 2/13/97

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REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ________________ SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 17 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: School Schedule 17.4 Students shall be in attendance at least ½ of the day (two full class periods) in order to participate in an after school activity that day/evening. After school activities include but are not limited to meetings, practices, and performances. If a student misses one class habitually within this half-day period then action will be taken as deemed necessary. Exceptions to the policy may be approved by the principal on a case-by-case basis. The sponsor of the activity will be responsible for monitoring the attendance and eligibility of participating students. This policy will extend to all extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities include, but are not limited to, clubs, teams (i.e. speech, academic, step), class officers, and drama productions. Co-curricular activities which include, but are not limited to, band, orchestra, and chorus will not be covered by this policy. CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: 2/26/04 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 18 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Technology Use 18.1 Internet and E-Mail User Regulations We are pleased to offer the students at Lafayette High School use of the school’s computer network to access remote information via the internet and email. Access to internet and email will enable students to explore thousands of libraries, public and private agencies, bulletin boards and to exchange messages with internet users throughout the world. Access to these resources will be used to support research and offer unique opportunities for collaborative work. While our intent is to electronic media to further the school’s educational goals and enhance the instructional program, some students may abuse the privilege and access information considered defamatory, inflammatory or offensive to some people. Therefore, prior to students being granted independent access t remote information, the district requires written permission of the parent or legal guardian of all students under the age of eighteen. Students eighteen and older may sign their own form. As much as possible, Internet activities will be designed to point students to resources which have been reviewed and evaluated prior to student use. Students may wish to move beyond those resources to others which have not been evaluated by staff. Only those students who have been granted parental or legal guardian permission may pursue electronic research independent of staff supervision. School Internet and E-mail Rules Access to network services is given to students who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Access is a privilege, not a right and entails responsibility. Individual users of the school’s computer network are responsible for their behavior and communications over the network. It is presumed users will comply with the school and Fayette County standards (LHS Electronic Resources Acceptable Use Policy Fayette County Board Policy 08.2323) and will honor the agreements they have signed. Beyond the clarification of such standards the school is not responsible for restricting, monitoring or controlling the communications of individuals using the network. System storage

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areas may be treated like lockers. Network administrators may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure students are using the system responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on school servers will always be private. Within reason and legal guidelines, freedom of speech and access to information will be honored. Acceptable Uses

• E-mail among students and staff within the school and other locations • Accessing remote sources of information for school purposes • Sending and receiving electronic files for school purposes • Uploading information to share with other individuals • Creating home pages which provide information about the school or its activities

to other interested users and/or which provide links to other sources of information

• Announcements of school events (excluding non-approved events and commercial ventures) with principal’s permission

The following will not be permitted: Displaying or sending offensive messages or pictures Harassing, insulting or attacking others Damaging computers, computer systems or computer networks Violating copyright laws Trespassing in another’s folders, work or files Intentionally wasting limited resources Employing the network for commercial purposes Illegal activities Intentionally spreading of embedded messages Using obscene language Using CHAIRPERSON: ______________________ ADOPTED: 6/12/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 18 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Technology Use 18.2 Electronic Resources Acceptable Use Policy. The Lafayette High School staff supports the right of students to have access to various information formats and electronic resources. However, we believe it is incumbent upon students to use this privilege in an appropriate and responsible manner. As we increase the opportunities for students to utilize these resources we have determined the following Acceptable Use Policy shall govern the use of the school’s computers, software and network. The following student behaviors are not permitted:

1. Displaying or sending offensive messages or pictures on the network or while using any school owned computer. • Consequence: The student will lose the privilege of using the school’s computers

for a period of twenty (20) school days or more if determined necessary by an administrator. Other faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privilege.

2. Sending a threatening or harassing message. • Consequence: The student will lose the privilege of using the school’s computers

for a period of twenty (20) school days or more if determined necessary by an administrator. Other faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privileges.

3. Damaging any part of the computer hardware, software or the network. This includes theft of any hardware or software. • Consequence: If the repair or replacement costs exceed $50.00, it is considered a

major offense and the student will be suspended and must pay the repair/replacement costs. If under $50.00, the student will pay the repair/replacement costs. In the case of theft, the student will be suspended. He/she will return the items and any copies of software. If there is any damage the student will reimburse the school. The student may also lose the privilege of

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using the school’s computers for a period of time to be determined by the principal.

(cont.)

4. Violating copyright laws. This includes making illegal copies of school owned software. • Consequence: The student will receive a zero for the assignment and will lose the

privilege of using school computers for a period of (20) school days or more if determined necessary by an administrator. Other faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privileges.

5. Trespassing in another’s files or misusing another’s files. • Consequence: The student will receive a zero for the assignment and will lose the

privilege of using school computers for a period of (20) school days or more if determined necessary by an administrator. Other faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privileges.

6. Intentionally wasting limited resources (For example: making multiple copies on the laser printer) • Consequence: If applicable, the student will reimburse the school and the student

will lose the privilege of using the school’s computers for a period of one (1) week. If the fee is not paid, the time will extend beyond one week until the fee is paid. Faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privileges.

7. Using the school’s hardware, software, or network for commercial purposes. • Consequence: Students and staff are required to pay $.25 per laser page for

personal use. Failure to pay will result in the loss of the privilege of using the school’s computer until the fee is paid. Faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privileges.

8. Other unethical use of the school’s network system. • Consequence: The student will lose the privilege of using the school’s computers

for a period of twenty (20) school days or more if determined necessary by an administrator. Other faculty members will be notified of the students’ loss of privileges.

9. Interfering with the integrity of the school’s network system. • Consequence: A conference with the principal will occur and the student will be

suspended for a period of time to be determined by the principal after consultation with the School Technology Coordinator.

10. Interfering with the integrity of the school’s e-mail system. • Consequence: A conference with the principal will occur and the student will be

suspended for a period of time to be determined by the principal after consultation with the School Technology Coordinator.

11. Illegal activity or other activity that violates either Fayette County School Policy or Lafayette Policy.

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• Consequence: A conference with the principal will occur and the student will be suspended for a period of time to be determined by the principal after consultation with the School Technology Coordinator and Law Enforcement.

12. Intentional spreading of embedded messages or files. • Consequence: A conference with the principal will occur and the student will be

suspended for a period of time to be determined by the principal after consultation with the School Technology Coordinator and Law Enforcement.

13. Using another’s passwords. • Consequence: The student will lose the privilege of using the school’s computers

for a period of twenty (20) school days or more if determined necessary by an administrator. Other faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privileges. (cont.)

14. Revealing passwords to others. • Consequence: The student will lose the privilege of using the school’s computers

for a period of twenty (20) school days or more if determined necessary by an administrator. Other faculty members will be notified of the student’s loss of privileges.

All offenses may result in the student losing his or her e-mail account and independent Internet access if she or he currently has this privilege. Violations judged to be major offenses may result in the student losing the right to use school computers for an extended period of time. It may also result in the loss of additional privileges. CHAIRPERSON: ____________________ ADOPTED: 4//8/97 REVIEWED/MODIFIED: _____________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 19 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Professional Development 19.1 When a flexible records/conference day occurs in the calendar, staff members may work those 6.5 hours in the six weeks prior to the records/conference date give the following criteria: • All hours worked outside of the scheduled flexible records/conference day must

occur outside the scheduled work day, and • ½ of all hours worked outside the work day must be in parent-teacher contacts, in

person, on the phone or in correspondence, and • All teachers shall submit a log of hours worked, even if the hours are worked on

the flexible records/conference days, and • All grades must be turned in and checked for accuracy prior to leaving the

building, and • Acceptable activities outside the work day include record keeping related to

grades, mandated training activities, committee meetings, parent-teacher contacts and other activities as approved by the principal.

CHAIRPERSON: _____________________ ADOPTED: 2/13/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _____________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 19 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Professional Development 19.2 Those full time faculty members earning up to and including 24 additional hours of flexible staff development credit will be paid a stipend of $15.00 per hour up to and including 24 hours of flexible staff development credit. Additional will herein mean those hours in excess of the current number of hours preset for flexible staff development (currently 12 hours) credit as in accord with the current set of staff development plans on file for the particular school year. Flexible credit hours for which any stipend payments are made (from any source) shall be recorded as such and will not be counted in the total of flexible credit hours received. In the event there would be several funding sources available for payment of stipends to faculty members for training, payment must come from only one source (i.e. you cannot be paid more than once for the same hour of training). The staff development chairperson and/or an appointee of said chairperson shall keep accurate records, with front office secretarial as needed, of flexible staff development hours for which any faculty member has received a stipend. Records of payment should be maintained with the files that reflect normal credits earned for flexible staff development. Faculty members shall be notified in writing of any stipend payments that they shall be due as part of exceeding the normal number of flexible staff development hours. Payments are controlled by the Central Office Staff Development Funds and shall be received as OTHER EARNINGS in normally scheduled pay periods. No monies can be dispersed at the school level on behalf of “staff development” funds.

CHAIRPERSON: ______________________ ADOPTED: 2/27/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 20 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Budget 20.1 Based on the second month adjustment of funds, the budget committee will make a recommendation to the SBDM council regarding the increase or decrease of SCIF funds by the last December SBDM meeting.

CHAIRPERSON: _____________________ ADOPTED: 2/27/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED:______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 20 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Budget 20.2 The Budget committee shall present to the SBDM council a budget for the upcoming school year, for review and approval, by the first regularly scheduled March meeting of the council. The budget will include board allocated (SCIF) monies. Development of the budget will be based on the needs of the total school program as determined through a survey process as well as the school transformation plan. CHAIRPERSON: ________________________ ADOPTED: 2/27/97 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 20 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Budget 20.3 The principal has the authority to complete budget transfers up to $2500.00 and then report the transfers to the council at the next regularly scheduled council meeting. CHAIRPERSON: ________________________ ADOPTED: 6/18/99 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ________________ CHAIRPERSON: ________________________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 20 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Budget 20.04 Following allocations of SCIF funds for each school year, 75% of the funds allocated to each code must be encumbered by January 31st and 100% of the funds allocated must be encumbered by April 1st of each year. Exemptions to this must have principal approval. Funds not encumbered by these dates are subject to reallocation. CHAIRPERSON: ______________________ ADOPTED: 1/13/00 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: ______________

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SCHOOL: LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL 20 FUNCTION # FUNCTION: Budget 20.5 Each year the budget committee shall develop a proposed budget for the SBDM council to consider. This process will involve the following schedule: November

I. Send out a budget needs survey to budget managers. This should be completed and returned by December 1st. This survey should include an explanation of funds requested.

December / January

I. The budget needs survey will be compiled and analyzed. The analysis should include the amount requested in prior years, the amount remaining that is unencumbered, an explanation if any unencumbered amount is large and other necessary information. The committee may ask for any surveys to be resubmitted.

II. The committee shall give an update report to the SBDM council in January. March

I. The budget committee shall, after receiving the final March 1 allocation of funds, develop a proposed balanced budget to take to the SBDM council.

CHAIRPERSON: _______________________ ADOPTED: March 11, 2004 REVIEWED / MODIFIED: _______________ CHAIRPERSON: _______________________

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LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL BASED DECISION MAKING COUNCIL BYLAWS Revised July 24, 1997 Revised July 26, 2001 Revised September 27, 2001

1. AUTHORITY

The Lafayette High School, School Based Decision Making Council, herein after called “the council” or “council” acts in compliance and receives its authority from KRS 154.076, 156.060, 156.070, 156.074, 156.160, 156.200, 156.670, 157.061, 157.224, 157.3175, 157.420, 158.010, 158.070, 158.150, 158.6451, 160.160, 160.290, 160.295, 160.340, 160.345, 160.370, 160.390, 702 KAR 3:245 and Fayette County Public Schools, herein after called “FCPS:, Board policies 2.4 through 2.432. II.PHILOSOPHY: MISSION STATEMENT The council is formed to create a method of school governance and operation most consistent with the Kentucky Education Reform Act (KERA), employing democratic principles and participatory decision making by all parties concerned. It is created in order to assess, monitor, and evaluate the needs, programs and concerns of Lafayette High School, thus maintaining and improving the performance of students. Enforcement of policies is not a part of the council’s responsibility. It is the principal’s responsibility. The council does not discriminate on the basis of gender on the educational programs or activities that it operates, and it is required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 (P.L. 93-318) not to discriminate in such a manner; further the council does not discriminate on the basis of disability conditions, in treatment, admission or access to, or employment in, its programs or activities as required by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112 as amended) Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act; nor does the council discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or marital status, in the educational programs or activities it operates. I.MEMBERSHIP A. The council shall be a double state model and shall consist of no less than twelve equal status voting members and tow (or three) non-voting members. An additional minority parent shall be added to the council if no minority representatives are selected by the staff or parent elections and no minority administrators are serving on the council. Minorities are defined in KRS 160.345 as minority populations who are at least 8% of the student populations. If an additional minority parent is added to the council, then the certified staff shall hold a special election to elect a minority teacher to serve on the council. 1. Voting Members

a) Building principal b) Associate principal serving on an annually rotating basis c) No less than six (6) teachers, elected by a majority vote of Lafayette’s certified staff

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d) No less than four (4) parents as defined in KRS 160.345(2)(a) with students who shall be pre-registered at Lafayette during the term of the council members service, elected by the parents

2. Non-voting members

a) One (1) classified staff member selected by a majority of Lafayette classified personnel b) Two (2) students elected by Lafayette students with alternating responsibilities

3. Non-voting member shall not be counted when measuring minority representation. B. Terms 1. The principal shall be a permanent member of the council. 2. In accordance with KRS 160.345 (2) (b), all other members shall serve one-year terms. Terms shall begin on July 1 and end on June 30 or by resignation to the council. 3. In the event of vacancies due to resignation or termination, a special election called by the appropriate group (teachers, parents, classified staff or student members) will serve to fill the vacancy. This vacancy must be filled within 30 calendar days of the date of vacancy and must be held in accordance with procedures appropriate to the group involved. 4. The term of the replacement member shall continue only to the following June 30, regardless of the date of election to the council. 5. Members who miss three consecutive meetings without acceptable justification may be removed by a 2/3 vote of the council. 6. Member resignation shall become effective twenty-four (24) hours after written notice of such intent is given to the council chair. 7. Members elected to a one-year term may run for reelection. Associate principals shall serve on a one-year rotating basis. IV. ELECTIONS A. Certified Staff Representation 1. Election of faculty members to the following term of the council shall be held in April. 2. Nominations shall be open three school weeks prior to the election and shall close the day before the election. 3. The certified staff members may nominate themselves or may be nominated by other certified staff members. 4. Nominations shall be presented in writing to the principal. The principal shall verify the nominees’ eligibility and willingness to serve and shall publish the list of nominees weekly during the nomination period. The principal shall prepare the ballots and oversee the progress of the election. 5. If six nominations have not been received the day before the election, the nomination period shall be extended. 6. Representatives shall be determined by a majority vote of the certified staff who are assigned to the building. Voting shall continue until six (6) representatives are selected. During the voting process, nominees may remove themselves from the ballot at any time.

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7. If more than six (6) candidates receive the required number of votes on the first ballot, the top five vote getters shall be considered as elected to the council, and a runoff election for the remaining position shall be held between the two candidates receiving the next largest number of votes. 8. Certified staff members who are unable to attend the scheduled election shall prepare an absentee ballot, with their selections in priority order. This ballot shall be presented to the building principal prior to the election and shall be valid throughout the voting process, as long as the persons specified on the ballot are candidates. The priority order on the ballot shall remain in effect throughout the voting process. 9. Up to six (6) certified staff members shall be randomly selected by the principal at the beginning of the election to count the ballots for each voting cycle. Results shall be reported at the end of each cycle and a new ballot prepared as needed. B. Parent Representation 1. By April 30 of each school year, the PTSA shall conduct elections for parent representatives to serve on the council for the following term. 2. Elections of parent members to the council shall follow the procedures outlined in PTSA standing rules in compliance with KRS. C. Classified Staff Representation 1. During April of each school year, the classified staff shall elect its representative to serve on the council for the following term. 2. The date of the election shall be announced to classified personnel three weeks prior to the election date. 3. Members of the classified staff may nominate themselves or another classified staff member. 4. Nominations shall be presented in writing to the principal at least one (1) business day prior to the election. The principal shall verify the nominees’ eligibility and willingness to serve. If no nominations are received, the nomination period shall be extended. 5. The classified staff representative to the council shall be determined by a majority vote of classified staff assigned to the building. 6. The building principal shall designate two (2) classified persons to count votes and determine the winner. D. Student Representation 1. The student representatives to the council shall be elected prior to the last scheduled council meeting in September each year, at a time and date selected by the building principal. 2. The building principal shall ensure that written notice shall be given to all Lafayette students informing them of the date of the election, the method of nomination, a description of responsibilities, and the term of representation. 3. The student representatives shall be those students receiving the highest number f votes cast. In the case of a tie, a runoff election shall be held. 4. The student representatives shall report to the student body through the Lafayette Student Council reporting procedures.

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E. Minority Representation 1. If no minority representatives are selected by staff or parent elections, and no minority administrators are serving on the council, a special election among parents defined by Kentucky Revised Statutes shall be held by May 31 to select a minority parent representative. Eligible voters shall be parents of pre-registered students. 2. All other qualifications for the minority parent shall be the same as for other parents. 3. The principal shall conduct the election at a time convenient to parents. The election shall be held at Lafayette High School. 4. The principal shall prepare a ballot containing the names of all qualified nominees and shall confirm the nominees’ eligibility and their willingness to serve. 5. Minority parents may nominate themselves or any parent may nominate a minority candidate. Nominations shall be in writing and submitted no less than one (1) business day before the minority parent elections. If no nominations are received prior to the election, the nomination period shall be extended. 6. The principal shall publicize the special elections(s) no later than ten (10) business days before the date of the election(s). V. COUNCIL POSITIONS AND DUTIES A. Chairperson (also called chair) Per KRS 160.345 the building principal shall be the chairperson and shall preside at all council meetings. The chair shall be responsible for the following additional duties: 1. Distribution of the meeting agendas and meeting minutes and preparation of agendas to all current and , from April through June, to all newly elected council members two days in advance of meeting. 2. Arrangement of the meeting facility. 3. Advertisement of meetings. 4. Starting and ending the meeting. 5. Directing the affairs of the council, including monitoring committee progress. 6. Ensure that all meetings comply with the open meeting law, including committee and subcommittee meetings. 7. Delegate preparation of any official correspondence that may be requested. 8. Maintain two council files containing copies of all minutes, council plans and progress reports, any council related information from the district or state, and a current copy of bylaws. One copy shall be kept in a fire-safe cabinet in the principal’s office, and one maintained in the school library. B. Vice Chairperson (also called vice chair) The vice chair shall be the building associate principal serving on the council unless otherwise elected by the council. The vice chair shall carry out all functions of the chair in the absence of the chair and shall assist the chair and the council as needed.

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C. Recorder The recorder shall be appointed by the council and may or may not be a member. The duties of the recorder shall be: 1. Maintain complete and accurate records of the proceedings and transactions of all meetings of the council. 2. Provide copies of the minutes to the council within one week of each meeting so they can be approved at the next meeting.

D. Facilitator A facilitator shall be selected by the council to perform the following duties:

1. Ensure that rules of order are followed. 2. Encourage all members to participate in discussions and deliberations. 3. Maintain focus of the discussions. 4. Ensure that all relevant aspects of an issue have been considered. 5. Provide summary and closure to move the agenda. 6. Call for breaks and adjournment as needed. VI. COMMITTEES A. The following shall be standing committees at Lafayette High School: 1. School Climate 2. Curriculum 3. Planning 4. Professional Development 5. Equity 6. Budget 7. Technology B. The council shall appoint ad hoc committees as needed. C. Each committee member shall serve for one year and may be reappointed.

D. Each committee shall by majority vote elect a chairperson who shall serve for one year.

E. The council may be represented by a council member on all school committees.

F. Each committee shall report to the council. These reports must be in writing as needed or requested by the council, but no less than one (1) time per year and must be submitted to the council chair no later than the Wednesday one week prior to the regular council meeting. Annual written reports shall be submitted in May.

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G. In accordance with KRS 61.805 – 61.850 all committee meetings shall be open to all interested parties. Committee chairs are responsible to ensure meeting notices are given to the council chair and that minutes are kept of the meetings and these minutes are turned in to the council chair. The council chair is responsible for committee compliance with the open meetings law. All committee records and minutes of meetings shall be maintained with the council records.

H. All committee meetings shall be held at a time convenient to the staff, parents and community members of the respective committees. Each committee shall determine its meeting time by a majority vote of the members of the committee.

I. All meeting dates and times shall be posted on the council calendar in the front office five (5) days before the meeting date. The posting shall show the date, time and place of the meeting. The committee chair shall be responsible for the posting.

VII. AREAS OF AUTHORITY In accordance with KRS 160.345, the council “shall adopt a policy to be implemented by the principal in the following areas: A. Determination of curriculum, including needs assessment and curriculum development; B. Assignment of all instructional and non-instructional staff time;

C. Assignment of students to classes and programs within the school;

D. Determination of the schedule of the school day and week, subject to the beginning and ending times of the school day and school calendar as established by the local board;

E. Determination of use of school space during the school day;

F. Planning and resolution of issues regarding instructional practices

G. Selection and implementation of discipline and classroom management techniques, including responsibilities of students, parents, teachers, counselors and principals;

H. Selection of extracurricular programs and determination of policies relating to student participation based on academic qualifications and attendance requirements, program evaluation and supervision.

I. Procedures, consistent with local board policy for determining alignment with state standards for technology utilization and program appraisal.

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VIII. COUNCIL MEETINGS A. Regular Meetings 1. Council meetings shall be held in the Lafayette library. 2. The council shall hold two regularly scheduled meetings per month, on the second and fourth Thursday. If that date falls on a school holiday, that meeting will be cancelled. A schedule of meetings shall be adopted at the July meeting. 3. Meetings shall begin at 6:30 P.M. and end when the agenda is complete or 8:00 P.M. whichever comes first. 4. When necessary, special meetings may be called by the chair or by majority vote of the council. 5. Dates and times of meetings shall be publicized through the office of the Fayette County Public Schools Public Relations Office and through other media. 6. In accordance with KRS 160.345, meetings of the council shall be open to all interested persons, except those circumstances allowing closed meetings that are specified in KRS 61.810, Section 3. 7. A quorum is defined as 8 voting members of the council, including one parent. 8. All issues brought before the council must be presented in writing. A form is available in the front office for this purpose. If the form is not used, a letter to the council should include the following:

a. a statement of the concern or problem. b. a proposed solution to the problem. c. a statement of what the council is requested to do in each case. d. any other pertinent information

9. The form or letter must be submitted to the council chair by 3:00 P.M. on the Friday before the council meeting. 10. A council mailbox shall be located in the front office at Lafayette and may be used for this purpose. A portion of each meeting shall be devoted to consideration of the issues submitted according to these procedures. The council shall determine whether each issue falls under its authority or should be delegated to another authority. 11. Time shall be allowed at each meeting for persons wishing to address the council. The chair shall allot reasonable time to each person. 12. In accordance with KRS 61.835 and KRS 160.345 (3) (h)open minutes of council meetings shall be maintained. 13. In accordance with KRS 61.870 and KRS 61.884 open recors of council business shall be maintained. 14. The current edition of Roberts Rules of Order shall govern meeting procedures. B. Special Meetings 1. Special Meetings may be called by the chair or a majority vote of council members present. 2. Members must be notified of a special meeting at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the start of the meeting. 3. Notice of special meetings shall be announced at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the time of meeting, to the Lafayette faculty, the PTSA, the district’s public information office and to any other relevant organizations that have requested notice.

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4. Notice of special meetings, including time and location of the meetings shall be posted in the main office at Lafayette. If a meeting is not held at Lafayette, notice must be posted at the site of the meeting. 5. Items that are not contained on the announced agenda of the special meetings may not be considered. C. Closed Meetings 1. Closed meetings may be held only in accordance with KRS 61.810, Sectoin 3, for consideration of matters involving litigation and/or individual personnel. 2. Announcement to go into closed session must be made in an open meeting. 3. Any motion made as a result of discussion in a closed session must be made in an open session. IX. DECISION MAKING METHOD A. The decision making method used by the council will be by a majority vote of the voting members of the council present. B. Voting may be by voice vote, but shall be by roll call vote if requested by any council member.

C. Parliamentary rules shall govern voting procedures. Non-policy issues may be decided by consensus.

D. All decisions regarding staffing shall require two readings.

X. COUNCIL TRAINING A. The council shall appoint members to review policies and recommend any needed changes. B. Annual training of council members will occur as required by KRS 160.345, Section Six.

C. Training expenses shall be funded through one or more of the following (1) current guidelines of the district; (2) grant monies provided by the State Department of Education.

D. The council shall be guided by the recommendations of the budget and staff development committees in determining use of training monies.

XI. POLICY DEVELOPMENT A. In order to ensure a compliance with all federal, state and local laws, policies of the council shall be reviewed by the building administration and staff of the central office of the FCPS.

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B. Current FCPS Board policies and administrative rules and regulations shall apply to the operation of Lafayette High School unless or until a specific policy is passed by the council.

C. A policy to be considered by the council shall be presented in accordance with the following procedure:

1. The policy shall be presented to the council for a first reading and approval. 2. The policy shall be presented to the Lafayette faculty and community. 3. The policy shall be presented for a second reading and final approval. 4. The policy may be submitted to central office staff for legal review. 5. A policy adopted by the council shall be numbered and shall be maintained in a separate policy manual. Copies of the policy manual shall be kept with other council records.

D. The council may review policy and bylaws at any time. E. The second reading of council policies may be waived only by a ¾ majority vote of the council. XII. AGENDA PREPARATION AND DISTRIBUTION A. All issues to be placed on the agenda of the council shall be submitted in writing, according to procedures specified in these bylaws, Section VIII (8). B. The agenda shall be provided by the chair and shall be posted 2 days prior to the meeting.

C. Agendas and supporting materials for meetings shall be distributed by the close of business on the Tuesday preceding the meeting. Along with the agenda, the following supporting documents shall be included:

1. Written reports of committees. 2. All issues input forms received since the previous meeting, whether or not the issue is on the agenda. D. The relative time allotted to each agenda item shall be determined by the chair.

E. Time shall be allowed at each meeting for persons wishing to address the council. In addition to 10 minutes for general community input, there shall be a 5 minute opportunity at the beginning of each agenda time for community input relative to that agenda item. This time can be extended by consensus of the council.

XIII. COMMUNICATIONS A. The Fayette County Public Schools Public Relations Office shall constitute the communications network for the teachers, parents, administrators and other interested parties typically advertising through the local news media. B. Communication shall be both internal and external to Lafayette.

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C. Input on policy issues shall be received in writing from all groups in accordance with the procedure outlined in Section VIII (8) of these bylaws. D. Any publications or documents produced or endorsed by the council shall be distributed by the council chair. E. The first portion (approximately 15 minutes) of each regularly scheduled council meeting shall be devoted to presentation and discussion of issues and policies before the council. F. A calendar indicating dates and times of all council and committee meetings shall be maintained in the front office at Lafayette High School.