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PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL 2016-2017

STUDENT PLANNER

Acknowledgment of Receipt

My signature on this form verifies that I have received a copy of the 2016-2017 Palmdale High School Student Planner, which contains the following information:

1. Behavior Standards/Consequences 2. Attendance & Tardy Policy 3. Dress and Appearance Policy 4. Discipline Policy 5. Student use of Technology Policy 6. Athletic participation Policy 7. Club and Activity Policy

I agree to read all student information contained in the

planner and any additional information given to me. Any questions I have about this information will be directed to a school administrator or the director of security. This signed document will be kept on file.

Student ID Print-Student Name Student Signature Date Parent Signature Date

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2137 East Ave. R Palmdale, CA 93550

Phone #: (661) 273-3181 Fax: (661) 273-1093

This handbook is designed to provide an overview of Palmdale High School. It is intended to explain the basic policies, procedures, and programs. Please use it to become familiar with the guidelines, services, and opportunities provided by the school. If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact a counselor, staff member, or administrator.

Property of: ________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________ Phone #: ____________________________________________ In case of emergency, please notify: Name: ________________________ Phone #: ___________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS __________________________________

School Map 4 Our Mission 5 Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports 5 FALCONS Matrix 6 Writing Fatal Flaws 7 Records Info/Parent Volunteer/Work Experience 8 Important Telephone Numbers 9 Grades 10 Important Dates 11 Power School Parent Access 11 Counseling and Guidance Information 12 Graduation Requirements 12 Student Codes of Conduct (Attendance & Absences) 15 Legal Absences (& En Espanol) 16 Student Identification Cards 18 Selling Chips? Sodas? Candy? NOT AT PHS! 20 Discipline Policy 20 District Dress Code 23 Disciplinary Action Chart 24 Co-Curricular Programs 29 Requirements for Graduation Exercises 31 Clubs and Activities 31 Clubs on Campus; CSF Information 32 Bell Schedules 34 Sometimes You Need Some Help 36 Emergency and Hotline Numbers Athletics/ P.E. 37

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PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

"Our mission is to foster the development of productive, creative, critical

thinkers who have the ability to adapt and positively contribute to society.”

POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORTS

Capturing Kids Hearts and PBIS at Palmdale High School

Palmdale High School faculty and staff utilize a system of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) in order to promote a school wide campus culture that enables all students to deal confidently with a complex and rapidly changing 21st century world. PBIS is a proactive approach to school-wide discipline that focuses on creating and sustaining an environment for achieving important social and learning outcomes while preventing problem behaviors through a collaborative team approach. Palmdale High School encourages all students and their families to plug in and “EXCEL!” with faculty, staff, programs, clubs and sports in order to reach their greatest potential and contribute to the amazing Falcon spirit and pride that is uniquely Palmdale High School.

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THE PALMDALE WAY

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Note to all classes: You must write your essays in MLA format. Also, make sure to address all parts of the thesis. Freshmen

Use homonyms correctly. For example: o a lot and alot (also, remember that a lot is two words) o to, too and two o your and you’re o their, there, and they’re

Use correct capitalization and end punctuation.

Eliminate contractions in formal writing. For example:

o use do not instead of don’t.

Essay must have a thesis statement. Sophomores - The above plus. . .

Use apostrophes correctly. For example: o Mary’s book not Marys book.

Eliminate second person

Correct use of italics/underlining and quotations with titles.

Juniors - The above plus. . .

Eliminate run-on sentences through the use of proper punctuation and transitions.

Seniors - The above plus. . .

Reduce the frequent use of “be” verb (passive voice). For Example: o is, was, were, be, being, been, am, are (including

contractions using these words).

Eliminate the use of first person. (First person is only appropriate in the autobiography and business letter).

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TRANSCRIPTS, RECORDS AND GRADES

The Registrar’s Office is located in the main administration building. Transcripts, grades and credits are maintained here for anyone who has ever attended Palmdale High School. Diplomas are held in this office if not picked up after graduation. A PHS student needing an unofficial or official transcript for college may obtain one online (parchment.com), from their PHS counselor or the registrar.

Transcripts may be withheld at the time of withdrawal if a student has outstanding charges. The principal is authorized to withhold records, transcripts, grades, and diplomas of any student who willfully damages or does not return district property loaned to him or her. Any student, at the time of withdrawal, who owes charges shall have those charges forwarded to the new school with written notification that all grades, transcripts or diplomas are withheld until payment of all charges owed to Antelope Valley Union High School district are received. (Ed Code 48904,48904.3)

Withdrawal of a Student from School The parent/guardian must go to the Attendance Office for your student’s last name and begin the process there. All financial charges must be paid in cash.

PARENT VOLUNTEERS Our Coordinator of Volunteers is Georgiana R. Alcuran (2007 AVHSD Classified Employee of the Year): (661) 273-3181, ext. 603. Volunteer Parents are needed and welcomed at PHS! Not just parents of students, but anyone 18 years of age and older can get involved. The only requirements are an interest in helping students and the ability to communicate with others. To sign up, please obtain a Volunteer Application Packet from the Coordinator of Volunteers. The following are just some ways to be involved: Registration, Special events, Textbook and ID distributions, clerical duties, Spanish translation, chaperone, graduation clearance process, student store, etc. Volunteers play an increasingly vital role in nurturing and training our students. PHS’s Volunteer Program affords you the opportunity to be “part of the solution” by sharing your talents and expertise with our students, faculty and staff.

WORK EXPERIENCE Ms. Calvert is the work experience Coordinator and instructor for the work experience program. Work experience is a school supervised program offered to a limited number of 11th and 12th grade students, 16 years or older, who have an approved job within the confines of the Antelope Valley or a student may participate in Exploratory Work Experience. Students must also attend required instruction related classes and must work a minimum of 15 hours per week to earn up to 10 elective credits. Enrollment is limited so see your Guidance counselor or call 661-273-3181 ext. 392 and speak directly to Ms. Calvert for further information.

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IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS Main Line ................................................................................. (661) 273-3181 Fax Line ................................................................................... (661) 273-1093 Dial (661) 273-3181, once connected, enter the extension number. ADMINISTRATION Principal Kristina Ramos 101 [email protected] Receptionist (Lobby) 103 Assistant Principal Eric Stanford 107 [email protected] Vice Principal Sherri Prosser 160/235 [email protected] Vice Principal Torray Johnson 106 [email protected] Vice Principal Carlos Davis 160 [email protected] ATHLETICS Athletic Director Jeff Williams 585 [email protected] ATTENDANCE OFFICE Clerk, (A-K) Darla Wagner 173 [email protected] Clerk, (L-Z) Debbie Clayton 172 [email protected] CAFETERIA OFFICE Manager 811 COMMUNITY ATTENDANCE WORKER (Truancy) CAW Hernando Ojeda 165 [email protected] COUNSELING OFFICE Head Counselor Julie Cassady 607 [email protected] Counselors Drew Bledsoe 613 [email protected] Kathy Walters 192 [email protected]

Dianne Hunt 198 [email protected] Mike Ybarra 612 [email protected] Natasha Hong 199 [email protected] Michelle Linzy 621 [email protected] Cindy Haussmann 608 [email protected] HEALTH OFFICE District Nurse Margie Del Aguila 162 [email protected] Health Clerk Veronica Douglas 104 [email protected] LIBRARY Library Media Tech Cheryl Taylor 600 [email protected] MAINTENANCE OFFICE Maintenance I Steve Vose 340 [email protected] PSYCHOLOGIST Psychologist Renu Singh-Ferrell 190 [email protected] Psychologist Rosemary Garcia 195 [email protected] Psychologist Michael Morgan 191 [email protected] SPECIAL EDUCATION OFFICE Sped Office Mabel Flowers 163 [email protected] TSA Sheri Davis 159 [email protected] REGISTRAR (School Records, Transcripts) Registrar Jacquelyn Jones 110 [email protected] SCHOOL ACCOUNTANT Site Accountant - Yvonne Stubbings 105 [email protected]

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IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS (cont.)

SCHOOL DEPUTY Site Deputy Chad Hornig 531 [email protected] SECURITY Director Christopher Haymond 301 STUDENT STORE ASB Clerk Kathy Brisco 208 [email protected] VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Site Coordinator Georgiana Alcuran 603 [email protected]

GRADES

Report Cards are issued four times a year: End of 1st Quarter .................................. October 7, 2016 End of 1st Semester .......................... December 16, 2016 End of 3rd Quarter .................................... March 17, 2017 End of 2nd Semester.................................... June 1, 2017

Only semester grades are entered into the student's official transcript. Quarter grades do affect eligibility for student activities and athletics.

A - Excellence D - Passing B - Above Average F - Failure C - Average I - Incomplete

Progress Reports are sent home quarterly, September 7, 2016, November 8, 2016, February 7, 2017 and April 25, 2017 to advise parents of grades, attendance and work habits problems. This gives the student time to do additional work to improve the grade before semester grades are given for class credit. Parents wishing more frequent reports on their student may pick up Weekly Progress Report Forms from the Counseling Office. The student submits the form to the teacher and hand delivers the completed report to the parents. Citizenship grades for extracurricular activities are determined by the total of all classroom teachers' grades. Students who receive three or more U's in citizenship are ineligible for participation in extracurricular school activities for the quarter following that grading period.

Messages and Delivery of Items to Students: Messages and personal items will not be delivered to students at any time. Students may not use office telephones except in emergency cases and with the permission of a staff member.

Visitors: PHS is a closed campus and all visitors must have prior approval to be on campus.

School Hours: The Regular School Day is from 7:30 a.m. to 2:37 p.m. Some Wednesdays are designated as Flex Days; hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for students. Students are expected to attend assigned classes every day. If students are not involved in after school-sponsored activities, they are expected to leave campus at the close of the school day.

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PHS 2016-2017 DATES TO REMEMBER

August 8 First Day of School Attendance September 5 Labor Day September 7 1st Quarter Progress Reports September 8 Back to School Night October 7 End of 1st Quarter November 11 Veteran's Day Holiday November 8 2nd Quarter Progress Reports November 21-25 Thanksgiving Break Dec. 14, 15, 16 End of 1st Semester, Finals Dec. 19-Jan. 6 Winter Break January 16 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday February 7 3rd Quarter Progress Reports February 13 Lincoln Day February 20 President's Day Holiday March 17 End of 3rd Quarter (Regular Day) March 20-24 Spring Break April 8 Prom April 25 4th Quarter Progress Reports May 1-5, 8-12 AP Testing May 29 Memorial Day May 30, 31, June 1 End of 2nd Semester, Finals June 1 Graduation

POWER SCHOOL PARENT PORTAL

Check your student’s progress daily by using https://powerschool.avhsd.org. It is a safe and easy way for you to keep up-to-date online through your Internet. All you have to do is activate your account with the account number provided to you at the beginning of the school year, or by asking one of your student’s teachers. You can use PowerSchool to:

¿ Check your child’s latest grades ¿ Verify attendance ¿ See what homework is not turned in and read notes from your child’s ¿ View team and club activities ¿ View your “Combined Calendar” to see all the events from the school

calendar and your child’s own classes and activities automatically collected and personalized

¿ Read daily announcements, lunch menus, school policies, and classroom

news

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POWER SCHOOL (cont.) Accessing the Parent Portal In order to access the Parent Portal, you will need the following information:

¿ The website location is: https://powerschool.avhsd.org ¿ Your confidential ID and password can be accessed by e-mailing Jesse

Weeks ([email protected]). ¿ Your student’s Confidential ID and your student’s password can also be

found through Ms. Weeks, your student’s counselor or your student’s teacher.

¿ Families with more than one student will have to access each student’s information separately- it is not possible to have one login for multiple students.

¿ If you have Internet access you can view your student’s information at any time.

¿ If you do not have Internet access, you can visit Palmdale High School to receive your student’s report.

¿ Please keep your passwords confidential, so that only you can access the information.

PALMDALE COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE PROGRAM

Hours of Operation: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday-Friday Enrollment Hours: 7:45 am – 10:45 am Monday-Thursday

Graduation Requirements

Subject Area Credits Required

English…………………………………………………………… 40 Math…………………………………………………………….... 30 Physical Science……………………………………………..… 10 Life Science…………………………………………………….. 10 Healthful Living…………………………………………………. 10 Visual/Performing Arts or Foreign Language……………….. 10 Civics/ Economics…………………………………………….. 10 United States History…………………………………………. 10 World History…………………………………………………… 10 Physical Education…………………………………………….. 20 Electives………………………………………………………… 70

Total…………………………………………………………… 230

Student must also complete the following State and District Requirements: Algebra 1 or equivalent

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University of California High School A-G Certified Course List 2016-2017

Palmdale High School, Palmdale, CA ATP/CEEB code: 052315 Principal: Kristina Ramos CDS Code: 19 64246 1936624 School District: Antelope Valley Union High School District Course List for 2016-2017 The following courses meet requirements for admission to the University of California. (♯) denotes courses approved for extra honors credit: a=5, b=4, c=3. (♦) denotes courses that cannot be used as an elective for the “g” requirement. This course list was last updated on 11/4/08. Approved courses are subject to review and updated lists are available at the following website: https://pathways2.ucop.edu/doorways/list/ UC A-G Course List 2016-2017 a - History/ Social Science 3 years required World History World History (AP) U.S. History U.S. History (AP) Civics Gov. & Politics US (AP) ♯ b - English 4 years required English 9 English 9 Hon English 10 English 10 Hon English 11 English 11 Hon English 12 English Lit & Comp (AP) English Reading & Writing (EAP) English Lang & Comp (AP) c - Mathematics 3 years required/ 4 recommended Algebra 1 ♦ Algebra 1A, B Algebra 2 ♦ Geometry ♦ Algebra 2/ Trig Hon ♦ Geometry/ Trigonometry ♦ Calculus AB (AP) ♯ Calculus BC (AP) ♯ Intro to Probability & Statistics Trigonometry/ Pre-Calculus Statistics (AP) ♯ d - Laboratory Science 2 years required/ 3 recommended

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Life Science Courses Agricultural Biology Biology Biology Med Anatomy & Physiology Environmental Sciences (AP) ♯ Physical Science Courses Agricultural Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry Med Chemistry (AP) ♯ Physics Environmental Sciences (AP) ♯ e - Language Other Than English 2 years required/3 recommended Latin 1 ♦ Spanish 1 ♦ Latin 2 Spanish 2 Latin 3 Spanish 3 Latin 4 Spanish (AP) ♯ Spanish 1/ Spanish Speakers Spanish 2/ Spanish Speakers Spanish 3/ Spanish Speakers f - Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year required A’capella Choir♦ Art 1♦, Ceramics 1♦, Ceramics 2 Painting1♦, Painting 2, Painting 3 Mixed Chorus Concert Choir Choral Ensemble ♦ Chamber Singers ♦ Chamber Orchestra ♦ Concert Band ♦ Show Corps ♦ Jazz Ensemble ♦String Orchestra ♦ Symphonic Band ♦ Multimedia Contemporary Design ♦ Visual Imagery 1 ♦, Photography 3D Media Visual Communications 1 g - Elective 1 year (two semesters) in addition to those required in “a-f” above. All courses listed under a-f above with the exception of courses marked with a ♦ are eligible; plus the following: Ag Earth Science, Earth Science Forensic Biology Med Science 1 Kinesiology Economics Psychology, Psychology (AP) ♯ Speech Environmental Horticulture English 12/ Ethnic Literature

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PALMDALE COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE PROGRAM (cont.) Student Services • Graduation Requirements • A-G Requirements • College Prep classes • ROP classes • Class schedules • Tutoring schedules • Bell schedules • Homework contracts • Career information • College information • “Power of Choice” groups • Local & National Scholarships • Grief counseling • Study skills • Parent information • Help with academic issues • Help with personal problems • UCLA outreach

And much more… stop by and visit your counselor!! Did you know that when you talk with your counselor, your conversation is kept confidential? Counselors are at school for students. It’s a place where you can get help with just about anything you might be dealing with. Does this mean your counselor will never contact your parents or involve other adults? No, it does not. We are required to call parents and/or other adults when we think you are in some kid of danger. We consider danger as: 1) someone is hurting you, 2) you are hurting someone else, or 3) you are, or are going to, hurt yourself. It is the parent’s right to know and it’s your parents that can most likely help you the most.

STUDENT CODES OF CONDUCT Attendance Student success in school is directly tied to attendance. Responsibility for attending class lies with the student. Absences: If a student is absent from class, he or she should do one of the following within two days of returning to school: 1. Bring a note to the attendance office from a parent or guardian stating the

date(s) of the absence and the reason(s) for the absence. OR

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STUDENT CODES OF CONDUCT (cont.) 2. Have his or her parent or guardian call the attendance office and give the

date(s) of the absence and the reason(s) for the absence.

AN ABSENCE WILL NOT BE CLEARED WITHOUT A DOCTOR’S NOTE AFTER 10 SCHOOL DAYS.

Voluntary Saturday School Program: The Attendance Committee recognizes the need to allow an alternative attendance option. We hope that parents will be proactive in their student’s attendance and take the responsibility to clear absences as they occur. The purpose of voluntary Saturday School is to allow students with all-day absences to engage in instruction on a Saturday in order to reduce the number of absences. Eligible types of absences to be reduced are any unverified, all-day type. Suspensions, confirmed truancies, and period absences may not be reduced through this program. 1. A student may attend the program no more than five times during a

semester. 2. The student must sign up for the program by no later than the Thursday,

3PM, prior to the Saturday school date. Parent permission by writing or verbal contact is needed for the student to attend voluntary Saturday school.

3. The Saturday school teacher will monitor the progress of the students who are voluntarily attending.

4. The Saturday school teacher will have the final decision as to whether the student receives credit for the day or no credit. This decision will be based upon the amount of work completed by the student. A student may be dismissed from Saturday school, with the loss of credit, due to in appropriate behavior.

5. The following Monday the Saturday school teacher will deliver to the administrator over the program a list of students who received credit for voluntary Saturday school.

6. Upon successful completion of the Saturday school the student will have one full-day of unverified absence re-coded in the computer attendance files to represent attendance to a voluntary Saturday program. This absence will now be considered excused.

7. A student may not attend voluntary Saturday school for absences more than 20 school-days past.

Legal Absences Under §48205 of the California Education Code, a pupil may be legally excused from school when an absence or tardy is:

1. Due to his or her illness. 2. Due to quarantine. 3. For the purpose of having medical, dental, optometric, or chiropractic

services rendered. 4. For the purpose of attending the funeral services of an immediate

family member.

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5. For the purpose of jury duty. 6. Due to illness or medical appointment of a child of whom the pupil is

the custodial parent. 7. For justifiable personal reasons, including, but not limited to, an

appearance in court, attendance at a funeral service, observance of a holiday or ceremony of his or her religion, attendance at religious retreats, or attendance at an employment conference, when the pupil’s absence has been requested in writing by the parent or guardian and approved by the principal or designated representative pursuant to uniform standards established by the governing board.

Truancy and Daytime Loitering, Violations, and Fines 1st Violation: $170 2nd Violation: $305 and possible delay or suspension of Driver’s

License 3rd Violation: $710 and automatic delay or suspension of Driver’s

License Ausencias Legales Bajo el código de Educación de California 48205, un estudiante puede ser legalmente disculpado de la escuela cuando una ausencia o tardanza es:

1. Debido a una emfermedad 2. Debido a una cuarentena 3. Con el propósito de recibir servicios medicos, dentales, optométricos o

quiroprácticos 4. Con el propósito de asistir a servicios funerals de miembros familiares

cercanos 5. Con el propósito de prestart deber de jurado 6. Debido a enfermedades o citas médicas de un niño de quien el

alumno es el padre de custodia 7. Por razones personales justificables, incluyendo, pero no limitadas a,

presentarse en corte, asistir a un servicio funeral, observation de un dia festivo o cermonia religiosa, asistencia a un descanso religiosos o asistencia a una conferencia de empleos, cuando la ausencia del alumno ha sido solicitada por escrito por el padres o tutor y aprobada por el director o representante designado de acuerdo a los estándares uniformes establecidos por la junta directive.

Infracciones y Multas por Ausentismo y Holgazandería Diaria 1ra. Infracción: $170.00 2nda. Infracción: $305 y posible demora o supsensión de licencia de manejar 3ra. Infracción: $710 y demora automática o suspensión de licencia de manejar

CODIGO DE CONDUCTA PARA LOS ESTUDIANTES

Asistencia

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El triunfo de los estudiantes en la esculea es directamente conectado a la asistencia. La responsabilidad de asistir al aula es del estudiante.

Ausencias: Si un estudiante esta ausente del aula el o ella deberán de hacer uno de lo siguiente dentro de dos días de retorno a la escuela:

1. Los padres o tutores deberán de llamar a la oficina de asistencia para da al fecha (s) de la susencia y la razón (es) por la ausencia. Traer una nota del padre o tutor a la oficina de asistencia indicando la fecha (s) de la ausencia y la razó (s) por la ausencia.

2. LA AUSENCIA DE MAS DE 5 DIAZ ESCOLARES NO SERA CLARIFICADA SIN LA NOTA DE UN DOCTOR.

Que Es Power School? Power School (https://powerschool.avhsd.org) es un programa computarizado que le permite revisar el progreso académico diariamente de su estudiante. Power School es una forma fácil y segura para que usted se mantenga a la fecha informado/ a por medio de la rede electrónica del Internet. Todo lo que usted tiene que hacer es activar su número de acceso proporcionado al principio del año escolar o puede solicitarlo con uno de sus maestros. Usted puede usar Power School para:

¿ Revisar los grados académicos de sus estudiantes ¿ Recibir correo electrónico con información escolar o asignaturas ¿ Ver las tareas asignadas y que no han sido entregadas a los maestros ¿ Ver las actividades en equipo y clubs ¿ Ver los “calendarios combinados” con todos los eventos del calendario escolar y las actividades de clases automáticamente coleccionadas y personalizadas. ¿ Leer los anuncios diariamente de menus de almuerzo, normas y noticias escolares.

Como Activar Su Propia Cuenta De Power School Power School, de la Escuela Preparatoria Palmdale trata de crear un ambiente electrónico seguro para los padres, estudiantes y educandos. La privacidad y seguirdad son de alta prioridad. Power School usa tecnologia descifrada avanzada para asegurar la transferencia protegida de toda la información transmitida. La inforamción del usante no se vende nunca o es compartida con otra gente úorganizaciones fuera de Power School.

PHS STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS 2016-2017 To improve school climate and safety, all students and staff will wear an identification badge at all times during the school day and at all school functions. Implementation will be in effect for this school year.

Ø All students will be issued a picture student identification card during the first week of school.

Ø All students will be issued one lanyard or clip that connects to the student identification card.

Ø Lanyards will be “breakaways” for safety reasons

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Ø The badge is to be worn above the waist and clearly visible at all times around the neck on a school-approved lanyard, or clipped to the front of a collar or chest pocket with a school-approved clip.

Ø All students are required to be visibly wearing their identification cards in order to enter the school campus.

Ø Students who do not have their lanyards/identification cards with them are required to obtain a temporary receipt at that time.

Ø The school has developed a process for tracking and assigning discipline to students who have repeatedly violated this policy in an effort to have parents insure students wear their identification cards and/or to collect the money attached to the student charges. In addition, dress code sweeps will be conducted and students will receive disciplinary action for not complying with this policy.

Ø Replacement identification cards can be purchased for $5.00. Replacement lanyards and clips can be purchased for $1.00. In addition, 1st period teachers will refer any students that do not have his/her identification card or temporary receipt. Students are required to wear the identification card throughout the entire school day and through the duration of school activities. Consequences for failing to wear student identification cards

1. Obtain temporary sticker/Warning 2. Obtain temporary sticker/Warning 3. Obtain temporary sticker/Phone call to parent/guardian 4. Obtain temporary sticker/After School Work 5. Obtain temporary sticker/Saturday Work 6. A $6.00 charge will be placed on the student account and the

student will receive a replacement identification card and lanyard or clip/ 1 day in House Suspension – parent conference

Participation in extra-curricular activities may also be prohibited for students who continue to not follow this policy.

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SELLING CHIPS? SELLING SODAS? SELLING SNACKS? NOT AT PALMDALE….

California Educational Code 48931, 15501, 51520 and School Board Policy 3554 explicitly prohibits students from fundraising for their own profit on school campus and at school events. Only students participating in an ASB approved club fundraiser are allowed to fundraise on campus and at school activities. Unauthorized student sales of snacks and other items significantly affect the ability of the Associated Student Body to raise funds that support student athletic events, the student store, and many other school spirit activities such as pep rallies, dances, and lunchtime activities. The following are the progressive consequences for all students found participating in unauthorized fundraising while on campus or at any school activities: 1) Warning – Documented by Admin/Security in PowerSchool 2) Behavior Contract/Parent Notification 3) On Campus Suspension/Parent Conference with Administrator 4) Off Campus Suspension Any students suspected of unauthorized fundraising on campus are expected to follow and comply with the directions of staff in a respectful manner. Refusal to follow staff directions will result in further progressive consequences including suspension. Students participating in unauthorized fundraisers will have their items confiscated and disposed of at the school site and not returned to the student or parents. UNAUTHORIZED FUNDRAISING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED AT PALMDALE

HIGH SCHOOL.

PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL DISCIPLINE POLICY

All students of Palmdale High School are expected to maintain high standards of behavior. It is the staff’s expectation that students will learn and exhibit self-discipline and positive conduct. Rules to ensure appropriate behavior are established and enforced to maintain a safe and orderly environment that allows for optimum learning.

In addition to the laws of the State of California and the policies of Antelope Valley Union High School District, Palmdale High School has established the following general expectations for ALL STUDENTS:

• will demonstrate respect for others and others’ property; • avoid causing disruptions to the educational process; • follow directions and respect authority of teachers and staff; • be prompt to all classes, avoiding tardiness;

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PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL DISCIPLINE POLICY (cont.) • remove hats inside all buildings; • refrain from chewing gum at all times on campus; • refrain from eating and drinking in classrooms; • follow the dress code; • stay away from the parking lot, and cars there, during the school

day, whether or not students have a class • refrain from loitering on the Palmdale High School campus or any

other school campus. • students are expected to leave campus within 15 minutes of

dismissal. The classroom teachers will monitor student behavior. Students choosing to violate school rules and procedures face the consequences as set forth in the Education Code 48900 and District Policy 5114.3. Teachers may refer students to the Administration Office immediately for behavior that endangers the safety of another or for repeated behavior violations for which previous corrective measures have not succeeded. Teachers may suspend students from a class for the day of the suspension and the next school day accompanied by appropriate documentation to the administration office. Teachers are expected to document all prior steps to correct inappropriate student behavior. If at any time a student needs to be restrained, teachers should call for security or the Administration Office. Students will not be left unattended.

Per Education Code 48900 (p), students may be suspended or expelled for acts that take place while on school grounds, while going or coming to school, during the lunch period on or off the campus, and during or while going to or coming from, a school sponsored activity.

Education Code 48915 (a),(b) requires recommendation for a pupil’s expulsion for the following reasons:

1. causing serious physical injury to another person; 2. possession of, selling or furnishing weapons, dangerous objects,

or brandishing a knife; 3. unlawful sale of controlled substance; 4. robbery or extortion; 5. causing, threatening to cause, or threatening assault on school

personnel. Other infractions, which will require immediate referral to the Administration Office with specific suspension and/or expulsion recommendation, include:

6. assault, threats, hate crimes, sexual harassment, sexual assault; 7. possession of electronic devices (pagers, laser pens, cell

phones, etc.) 8. possession of explosives (including imitation), imitation

weapons;

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PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL DISCIPLINE POLICY (cont.)

9. disruption through group or gang activities; 10. fighting; 11. computer tampering 12. drug or drug paraphernalia ON CAMPUS*; 13. false fire alarm; 14. receiving stolen property; and 15. tagging/graffiti (see additional descriptions).

Other violations of expected behavior include: 16. defiance of authority; 17. failure to follow directions; 18. disrespect for others; 19. chewing gum, food, or drink in the classroom; 20. tardiness; 21. wearing hats inside buildings; 22. non-compliance of dress code; 23. incomplete homework; and 24. disruption of the educational process.

The violations will be cause for disciplinary action by the classroom teacher on a progressive step basis. These steps will include but not limited to: Step One: Verbal warning Step Two: 1 or 2 hours ASWP Step Three: Parent/Teacher Conference Step Four: One (1) /two (2) period suspension from class and

parent notification by teacher Step Five: Administration referral Individual students’ citizenship grades for each class may reflect each student’s discipline record. ALL DISCIPLINARY ACTION WILL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH DISTRICT BOARD POLICY/ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATION 5144. Specific actions for offenses listed in Education Code 48900 are listed in the exhibit MINIMUM/MAXIMUM PENALTIES. (See Disciplinary Action Chart.) 25. STUDENTS IN FIRST-TIME POSSESSION OF DRUGS AND/OR DRUG

PARAPHERNALIA WILL BE REQUIRED TO ENROLL IN A SATURDAY ALCOHOL AND DRUG DIVERSION PROGRAM.

26. STUDENTS HAVING SECOND-TIME DRUG RELATED OFFENSES WILL BE REFERRED TO AN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION SETTING AND REQUIRED TO ATTEND A DISTRICT-APPROVED ALCOHOL AND DRUG DIVERSION PROGRAM.

27. STUDENTS HAVING THIRD-TIME DRUG RELATED OFFENSES WILL BE RECOMMENDED FOR EXPULSION.

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DISTRICT DRESS CODE 1. All students are required to wear appropriate footwear for school (no

slippers). 2. All shirts and tops must cover the midriff at all times. The following are

examples of clothing that is unacceptable: tank tops w/ straps thinner than 2 inches, strapless, spaghetti straps, off-the-shoulder, cut-out designs, low-cut shirts, bare-back, sheer or mesh clothing that does not have an appropriate blouse or shirt underneath, etc. Boys must wear shirts with sleeves.

3. All pants and shorts must fit at the waist. No sagging or low riding will be permitted. Clothing must cover undergarments when sitting, standing, or bending.

4. Hemlines and slits on dresses, skirts, and shorts above mid-thigh are not acceptable. Length cannot be shorter than the tip of the fingers when arms are placed straight at the sides of the body.

5. Only school hats and headwear are acceptable and must be worn with brim forward. Non-PHS head wear (including scarves, bandanas, or other head dressings) may not be brought on to campus. Headwear that does not comply with the dress code will be confiscated whether or not a student is wearing the item.

6. Clothing and hair accessories that are unsafe and/or dangerous are not permitted

7. Clothing or jewelry that depicts any “gang style” writing; illegal activity; sexually related or obscene gestures and material; tobacco; drugs; alcohol; or words, pictures, or phrases that depicts violence or intimidation may not be worn.

8. Any body piercing that presents a safety issue or major distraction will not be allowed.

9. Any clothing or styles of dress that may be construed to provoke fear, violence, or intimidation, including gang-related attire, is not acceptable.

Gang Dress Policy 1. Pants oversized at the waist are not allowed. These can be identified as

pants that are folded in at the waist or belt line (e.g. students with a 32” waist should wear pants no larger than 32” waist).

2. Wearing pants below the waistline (sagging) is not allowed. 3. No gang-related jewelry, insignia, colors, paraphernalia, materials, apparel,

clothing or attire may be worn or carried on campus or at school activities. 4. Belt buckles with any initials are prohibited. 5. Wearing an over-sized belt with one end hanging down is prohibited. 6. Excessive color identifies worn in the color of red and/or purple, blue and/or

green, black and/or gray, or orange (in combination with other gang attire) are prohibited.

7. No gang-related hats, baseball-type caps or other gang-related headgear may be worn on campus or at school activities. Official school cap (i.e.

approved by the principal) representing the current school of residence may be worn.

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8. Bandannas, red or blue belts, red or blue shoelaces, or rags that commonly signify gang identity by style or color are prohibited.

9. Clothing, jewelry, paraphernalia or material which is obscene, sexually explicit or which depicts or suggests sexually-related or obscene gestures, pictures or wording or which promotes violence, the use/abuse of drugs, tobacco or alcohol may not be worn or carried on campus or at school activities.

10. Shorts extending below the knee when worn with over-the-calf socks are prohibited. No pants can be worn with one leg up and one down.

11. No student may wear articles of clothing jewelry, paraphernalia or accessories which pose a threat to the physical and/or emotional well-being and safety of the student or others on campus or at school activities.

12. Shirts buttoned at the top and unbuttoned at the bottom are prohibited. 13. Steel-toe combat style boots are prohibited. 14. Gang or tagger-crew writing on shoes, clothes or body, backpacks or

accessories are not permitted. 15. Sports jerseys, other than school jerseys, will not be allowed. 16. Clothing or articles of clothing (including, but not limited to gloves,

bandannas, shoestrings, wristbands, jewelry) which are likely to provoke others to acts of violence or which are likely to cause others to be intimidated by fear of violence may not be worn on campus or at any school activity.

In addition to these guidelines, students at Palmdale High School are not to

wear clothing with holes or tears.

PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL DISCIPLINARY ACTION CHART

The chart that follows is a compilation of rules and infractions most often committed by students at PHS. PHS believes that “our mission is to foster the development of productive, creative, critical thinkers who have the ability to adapt and positively contribute to society.” PHS is also committed to the vision of developing students who can contribute to the 21st century society in a positive, creative and productive manner. These penalties are within the guidelines set by the Antelope Valley Union High School District regulation 5144.1 and California Education Code section 48900 and 48915.

OFFENSE LEGAL REFERENCE

MINIMUM PENALTY (First Offense or Mild Case)

MAXIMUM PENALTY

(Chronic or Aggravated

Case)

1. FIREARM �Possessing, selling, or otherwise furnishing a firearm

EC 48900(b) EC 48915(c)(1)

Recommend for expulsion and referral to law enforcement agency.


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2. BRANDISHING KNIFE

�brandishing a knife at another person

EC 48900(b) EC 48915(c)(2)



3. SALES CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES Unlawful selling or furnishing a controlled substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053 of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code)

EC 48900(c) EC 48900(p) EC 48915(c)(3)



4. SEXUAL ASSAULT/SEXUAL BATTERY

EC 48900(n) EC 48915(c)(4)



5. POSSESSION OF EXPLOSIVES

EC 48900(b) EC 48900(m) EC 48915(c)(5)



6. PHYSICAL INJURY: Cause, attempt, threaten 6.1 Assault/battery on school personnel 6.2 Assault/battery on pupils and non-school personnel 6.3 Causing serious injury 6.4 Pupil fights 6.5 False fire alarm 6.6 Inciting pupil unrest 6.7 Hazing

EC 48900(a) EC 48915(a)(1)(E) EC 48900(a)(k) EC 48915(a)(1)(A) EC 48900(a)(k) EC 48900(k) EC 48900(k) EC 48900(q)

6.1–6.7: Process in accordance with EC 48915. Referral to law enforcement agency.


7. WEAPON (knife, other dangerous object) 7.1 Possession, sale, furnishing 7.2 Firecrackers 7.3 Laser pointer

EC 48900(b) EC 48915(a)(1)(B)

7.1: One semester alternative placement. 7.1-7.3: Process in accordance with EC 48915. Referral to law enforcement agency.


8. Imitation firearm �Possessed an imitation firearm; “imitation firearm” means a replica of a firearm that

EC 48900(m) Process in accordance with EC 48915. Referral to law enforcement


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is so substantially similar in physical properties to an existing firearm as to lead a reasonable person to conclude that the replica is a firearm

agency.

9. Controlled Substance: Possession, use, under influence

�Alcohol, drug narcotics, hallucinogenic, or controlled substances or breathing fumes of poisonous substances

EC 48900(c) EC 48915(a)(1)(C)

Five-day suspension, attendance to drug diversion program and possible alternative placement. Follow the implementation of policy document. Referral to law enforcement agency.


10. Look-alike controlled substance, etc.

EC 48900(d) Five-day suspension.


11. Drug paraphernalia �Unlawfully possessed or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia, as defined in Section 11014.5 of the Health and Safety Code

EC 48900(j) Five-day suspension, attendance to drug diversion program, and possible alternative placement. Follow the implementation of policy document. Referral to law enforcement agency.


12. Robbery, extortion �Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion

EC 48900(e) EC 48915(a)(1)(e)

Process in accordance with EC 48915. Referral to law enforcement agency.


13. Burglary EC 48900(f) EC 48900(g) EC 48900(u)

Process in accordance with EC 48915.

Recommend for expulsion and referral to law

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Referral to law enforcement agency.

enforcement agency.

14. Steal property, or attempt �Stolen or attempted to steal school property or private property

EC 48900(g) EC 48900(u)



15. Receive stolen property �Knowingly received stolen school property or private property

EC 48900(l) EC 48900(u)

Process in accordance with EC 48915. Referral to law enforcement agency


16. Damage property

�Caused or attempted to cause damage to school property or private property

16.1 Vandalism 16.2 Graffiti

EC 48900(f) EC 48900(u)

Process in accordance with EC 48915. Financial restitution. Referral to law enforcement agency.


17. Tobacco, possess or use

�Possessed or used tobacco or any products containing tobacco or nicotine products

EC 48900(h)

Suspension. Referral to TUPE Coordinator.


18. Obscenity, profanity, or

vulgarity �Committed an obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity �Possession of pornography

EC 48900(i)

Progressive discipline. Warning, ASW, SW, OCD, and Suspension off campus.


19. Disruption or willful defiance 19.1 Concerted pupil activities 19.2 Disrespect 19.3 Disturbing the class 19.4 Forgery 19.5 Gambling 19.6 Loitering on or near campus 19.7 Refusal to obey

EC 48900(k) Progressive discipline. Warning, ASW, SW, OCD, and suspension off campus.


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19.8 Violation of closed campus 19.9 Inciting pupil unrest 20. Sexual harassment �The conduct

described in Section 212.5

EC 48900.2 Progressive Discipline. Warning, ASW, SW, OCD, and Suspension off campus.


21. Hate violence �The pupil has caused, attempted to cause, threatened to cause, or participated in an act of hate violence as defined in Section 233

EC 48900.3 Process in accordance with EC 48915. Referral to law enforcement agency.


22. Harassment or intimidation

�The pupil has intentionally engaged in harassment, threats, or intimidation, directed against a pupil or group of pupils �Bullying, cyberbullying

EC 48900.4 EC 48900(r)



23. Harassed, threatened, or intimidated a complaining witness

EC 48900(o) Five-day suspension.


24. Terrorist threats, school officials property

EC 48900.7 Process in accordance with EC 48915. Referral to law enforcement agency.


25. Electronic signaling devices (pagers, beepers, cell phones)

EC 48901.5 Progressive Discipline. Warning, ASW, SW, OCD, and Suspension off campus.


26. Aiding and abetting

EC 48900(t) Suspension. Referral to law enforcement agency. Expulsion only if convicted.


27. Violation of District Dress Policy

BP 5136(a)(b) BP 5132

Process in accordance with Board Policy.


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28. Plagiarism, dishonesty in school work/tests

BP 5131 Process in accordance with Board Policy.


29. Violation of district technology use policy or Internet Use Agreement

BP 5131 BP 6163.4

Process in accordance with Board Policy.


CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS

Advanced Placement / College Prep Program: The Palmdale High School Advanced Placement/College Prep Program is a supportive and inclusive college preparatory program for all students. It focuses on preparing students for success at CSU, UC, Community, or Private colleges by offering a combination of advanced work, team building, academic support, academic enhancement, and rigorous curricular paths. Agriculture Program: The Palmdale High School Agriculture Program is currently one of the largest in the region and boasts an enrollment of 500+ students. The program consists of a variety of working areas including a farm laboratory, a working shop, 3 shade houses, a greenhouse, and vineyard. The Goal of the department is to incorporate science standards into an agriculture setting while still meeting the needs of our vocationally minded youth. This is being accomplished through the utilization and application of technology in our classrooms and laboratories, which leads to critical and higher order thinking skills. Instructional settings include, Agriculture Biology, Agriculture Chemistry, Introduction to Viticulture, Agriculture Mechanics 1, 2, 3, 4, and Environmental Horticulture. AVID Program: Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an academic, regularly scheduled elective program that uses writing as a tool of learning, inquiry method, and collaborative grouping. The three main components of the program are academic instruction, tutorial support, and motivational activities that include tours of universities/colleges, and guest speakers. AVID is a school-wide approach to college access, specially targeting students in the “middle” by providing high expectations, encouragement, day-to-day support, and a vision of college acceptance and graduation. AVID involves students in a strong group of peers and adults who share a commitment to academic achievement and who work together to help the group succeed.

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CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS (cont.) Health Careers Academy: Now in its 21st year, the high school’s Health Careers Academy is a comprehensive 4-year program serving about 500 students. The curriculum integrates medicine and technology into core academic subjects such as: English, Science and Social Studies while involving students in service learning projects and internships at community health care facilities. Health Careers Academy has two primary goals: 1) providing Academy students with an academically rigorous and experientially relevant educational program while exposing and preparing them for careers in the health care industry; and 2) preparing students to succeed at higher learning institutions. The Academy has received both state and national recognition and is a model implementation site for other academies. A comprehensive 4-year curriculum includes academic classes that are integrated with applications in the health care industry and health professions and that meet the entrance requirements for UC/CSU (a-g sequence). The Health Careers Academy has had proven results. Over the past 5 years, graduates have had a 95 percent college attendance rate. Falcon Academy of Sustainable Technologies “FAST”: “FAST” is now on its 7th year. The Palmdale High School FAST Academy is a STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) academy with two pre-engineering pathways available for students, each with a focus on sustainable technology and design. Falcon Builders is a Project Lead the Way pathway with an emphasis on Civil Engineering and Architecture. In addition to civil engineering, the pathway introduces students to the basics of hands-on construction: from residential wiring and plumbing to designing the house of the future, this pathway offers a variety of activities and knowledge for students with a wide range of interests. Projects in this pathway have included wind turbine design, solar panel installation, interior design, and much, much more. Falcon Garage is an Automotive Design and Engineering pathway enhanced by lab time in which students learn the basics of automotive service. Students in this pathway learn the underlying principles of automotive engineering and design, while gaining an appreciation for how those principles come together in a finished product. In the senior year, students may participate in internships to enhance their skills and gain a better understanding of the requirements of a career in this field.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION EXERCISES • Meet graduation requirements prior to senior checkout. • Students may NOT be on suspension during the time of graduation

exercises. • Complete student final check out procedure:

§ Paying student financial obligations § Returning textbooks and library books § Attend all graduation practices

• Comply with all graduation and school rules during practice and graduation and the Code of Conduct must be signed by parent and student.

• Students must wear the White (females) or Green (males) cap and gown purchased during the current school year and complies with appearance and dress code standard established by the Board of Education and PHS Dress Code Standards.

NOTE: Seniors are advised that Participation in graduation ceremonies is a PRIVILEGE, not a right! Students are responsible for their behavior during the school day and at school activities. Therefore, students who violate school policy or rules may forfeit participation in graduation related activities, including commencement. Requirement for Valedictorian- students must meet district qualifications

on scholastic aptitude and citizenship. Students can be denied valedictorian status based on lack of integrity, honesty, and character.

PHS CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES

The administration and faculty of Palmdale High School support the inclusion of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities as part of the educational process for students. We also understand the importance of academic achievement and the need to keep the education of our students as our highest priority. Students must maintain a level of academic success before they can participate in activities and the requirements listed below are meant to ensure that our emphasis is on education, and not to limit a student’s participation. The following are the requirements for students to participate in an extracurricular activity, such as a club, or dance, or extracurricular school event:

1. Be enrolled in classes that earn the student at least 20 credits per semester.

2. Have passing grades in the classes they are taking. 3. Be on target with their credits earned toward graduation requirements. 4. Have earned at least a 2.0 GPA for the previous grading period and

have less than 3 unsatisfactory citizenship marks. 5. May not have more that 10 hours of unexcused absences or truancies

in two or more classes.

PHS CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES (cont.)

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6. Have a schedule of at least four (4) hours of class time (or 2 periods)

per day to participate in an activity. In cases where an activity is scheduled for a Saturday, students should have attended at least four (4) hours of class time (or 2 periods) on the preceding Friday to participate.

7. Students who travel with a club for an activity or field trip must complete and Emergency Information Card (yellow card) signed by their parent.

8. Students and parents/guardians are required to sign the Club Activities Participation form.

The administration at Palmdale High School may revoke a student’s

eligibility should they have poor citizenship or attendance, or the student’s behavior (prior or present) is of a nature considered not

conducive to representing his/her school.

District Board Policy (BP 6145.5)

The Board of Trustees believes that student organizations reinforce the instructional program, give students practice in democratic self-government, and provide social and recreational activities. Student organizations also serve to honor outstanding student achievement and enhance school spirit and student’s sense of belonging.

School sponsored student organizations must be organized at the school, have a certificated advisor, be composed completely of current student body members, and be approved by the Superintendent or designee in accordance with Board of Trustees policy. They shall hold the majority of their meetings at school and have a democratic plan for the selection of officers. Organization activities shall not conflict with the authority and responsibilities of school officials.

CONNECT WITH A PHS CLUB! The following is a list of clubs that have been active in the past and may be active during the school year: CLUBS ADVISOR(S) ROOM # ASB (Student Leadership) Kevin Nadonza/Drew Bledsoe 312 Senior Class Cathy Calvert 392 Junior Class Deb DiMeglio 373 Sophomore Class Carl Rice 323 Advanced Placement (AP) Matt Tassinari 506 Anime Club 542 Art Club Steven Calzada 311 AVID Club Deb DiMeglio/Judy Ruiz 373

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Choral Union Mike McCullough 801 College Club Angela Forbes 541 Cross Country Angela Forbes 541 CSF California Scholarship Federation

Matt Tassinari 506

Falcon Achievers Club Cassandra Hyman 144 Falcon Builders Club Ruben Rodriguez 321/382 Falcon Garage Tim Green 363 Falcon 5K Club Angela Forbes 541 FFA (Future Farmers of America)

Shawna Clark 391

FIDM Fashion Club Cesar De Guia 115 Free Throw (Girls Basketball) PE GSA (Gay Straight Alliance) Takakao Hankins 526 Golf Club Mike McCullough 801 Gridiron (Football) Kevin Nadonza PE Health Careers Academy Club

Lara Calzada/Nicole Santana 411/409

Hispanic Culture Club Bertha Warren 521 HOSA Angela Hefter 383 Journalism Club Jeremiah Griffey 540 Karate Club Jerry Concha 510 Link Crew Anthony Hunt 232 Palmdale Ballers Ryan Kelly/Greg Slade Gym Photography Club- Studio 381

George Rothmaller 381

PHS Dance Club Kathi Weeks/Lori Bender/Mike Ybarra

Gym

Physics & Engineering Antek Ignatowiicz 111 Skills USA Tim Green 363 Spiker’s Club (Boys volleyball)

Lisa Williams 512

Spirit Club (Cheerleading) Anthony Hunt/Mabel Flowers 232 PHS Tabletop Gaming Club Dan Phelan 371 Girls’ Tennis Club Monica Dopson 343 Boys’ Tennis Club Robert Macfadden 505 Track and Field Angel Duen Track Field Triple Crown (Baseball Club) Charlie Scharrer Baseball

Field Volleyball (Girls) John Johnson 543 Wrestling Adrian Noriega 350/351 Yearbook Kevin Nadonza 205 Youth Alive Leann Washington 400 California Scholarship Federation (CSF) is a statewide organization dedicated to encouraging academic achievement. Membership is based on

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grades earned the previous semester and must be renewed at the beginning (first three weeks) of each semester. Membership applications and qualifications are available in the activities office. Life CSF membership and graduation in gold is earned by membership in CSF for 4 semesters beginning with grades earned during the sophomore year and including at least one semester based on grades earned during the senior year.

2016-2017 BELL SCHEDULES

Regular Bell Schedule

Reduced Day / Flex Wednesday

1st Bell 6:25 Period 0 6:30-7:25 (55 minutes) Period 1 7:30-8:15 (45 minutes) Period 2 8:21-9:06 (45 minutes) Period 3 9:12-9:57 (45 minutes)

4A Lunch 9:57-10:27 4A Class 10:33-11:18 4B Class 10:03-10:48 4B lunch 10:48-

11:18 Period 5 11:24-12:09 (45 minutes) Period 6 12:15-1:00 (45 minutes)

Minimum Day Schedule

1st Bell 6:26 Period 0 6:30 – 7:26 (55 Minutes) Period 1 7:30 – 8:28 (58 Minutes)

2A Break 8:28 – 8:38 (10 minutes) Math,

English, PE

2A Class 8:44 – 9:42 (58 minutes)

2B Class 8:34-9:32 (58 minutes)

2B Break 9:32-9:42 (10 minutes)

Period 3 9:48-10:50 (62 minutes) 4A Lunch 10:50-11:25 (35 minutes) Math, English, PE

4A Class 11:31-12:29 (58 Minutes)

4B Class 10:56-11:54 (58 minutes)

4B Lunch 11:54-12:29 (35 minutes)

Period 5 12:35-1:33 (58 minutes) Period 6 1:39-2:37 (58 minutes)

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Assembly Schedule

1st Bell 6:25 Period 0 6:30 – 7:24 (54 minutes) Period 1 7:30 – 8:18 (48 minutes)

2A Break 8:18 – 8:28 (10 minutes) 2A Class 8:34 –8:22 (48 minutes) 2B Class 8:24 – 9:12 (48 minutes)

2B Break 9:12 – 9:22 (10 minutes) Period 3 9:28 – 10:16 (48 minutes)

First Assembly

RED TICKETS 10:22 – 11:07 (45

minutes)

Passing Period

11:07 –11:13 (6 minutes)

Lunch 11:13 – 11:58 (45 minutes)

Passing Period 11:58-12:04

(6 minutes)

Class 12:04–12:49 (45

minutes)

Class 10:22 – 11:07 (45

minutes)

Passing Period

11:07 –11:13 (6 minutes)

Second Assembly

WHITE TICKETS

11:13 – 11:58 (45 minutes)


(6 minutes)

Lunch 12:04–12:49

(45 minutes)

Lunch 10:22 –

11:07 (45

minutes)

Passing Period

11:07 –11:13 (6 minutes)

Class 11:13 – 11:58 (45 minutes)


(6 minutes)

Third Assembly

GREEN TICKETS 12:04–12:49

(45 minutes)

Period 5 12:55 – 1:43 (48 minutes) Period 6 1:49 – 2:37 (48 minutes)

1st Bell 6:25 Period 0 6:30 – 7:24 (54 minutes) Period 1 7:30 – 8:04 (34 minutes) Period 2 8:10-8:44 (34 minutes) Period 3 8:50-9:30 (40 minutes)

4A Lunch 9:30-10:00 4A Class 10:06-10:40 (34 minutes) 4B Class 9:36-10:10 (34 minutes) 4B lunch 10:1010:40 Period 5 10:46-11:20 (34 minutes) Period 6 11:26-12:00 (34 minutes)

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Sometimes You Need Some Help… (Emergency Numbers/Hotline Numbers) Problems with drugs or alcohol? AL-ANON (for families of alcoholics only) (661) 274-9353 Alcoholics Anonymous (661) 945-5757 Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (Adolescent) (661) 729-2867 National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (818) 997-0414 Tarzana Treatment Centers of the Antelope Valley (661) 726-2630 U-CAN Teen Help Line (661) 948-3000 Depressed? Thoughts of Suicide? California Youth Crisis Line (800) 843-5200 Suicide Prevention Center (L.A. County Area) (877) 727-4747 Teen Line Hotline (800) 852-8336 Domestic Violence? Child Abuse? Runaway? AV Youth & Family Services (all types of referrals) (661) 949-1069 California Missing Children Hotline (800) 222-3463 Children of the Night (24-hour runaway hotline) (800) 551-1300 Covenant House Nineline (support for Teens) (800) 999-9999 Domestic Violence Hotline (661) 945-6736 Los Angeles County Child Abuse Hotline (800) 540-4000 National Runaway Switchboard (800) RUN-AWAY (800) 786-2929 Sexual Assault Response Service (SARS) (661) 723-7273 National Youth Crisis Hotline (800) 448-4663 OTHER HELP LINES/HOT LINES Police, Fire, Rescue, Medical (Emergency Number only) 911 American Pregnancy Association Help Line (800) 672-2296 Anonymous Crime Reporting (WE TIP) (800) 782-7463 A.V. Health Center (basic medical care) (661) 723-4511 A.V. Hope Center (HIV/AIDS Hotline) (661) 945-8448 A.V. Light Foundation (Counseling Services and Character & Drug Management) (661) 949-1448 Catalyst Foundation for AIDS/HIV Clinic (661) 948-8559 Lancaster Sheriff’s Station (Non-Emergency Number) (661) 948-8466 Palmdale Sheriff’s Station (Non-Emergency Number) (661) 267-4300 Palmdale Urgent Care (low/no fee services) (661) 273-2400 Tarzana Primary Care Medical Center (basic health care) (661) 723-4829

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PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS

Your support of our athletic program is vital and greatly appreciated. PHS offers students extensive opportunities to participate in interscholastic athletics. PHS is a member of the Golden League, as well as the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section.

FALL SPORTS Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country � Football- Coed

Girls’ Tennis � Girls’ Volleyball � Girls’ Golf WINTER SPORTS

Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball � Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer � Wrestling- Coed SPRING SPORTS

Baseball � Softball � Boys’ Tennis � Boys’ Golf � Boys’ Volleyball Boys’ and Girls’ Swimming � Boys’ and Girls’ Track & Field

Prior to the date that practice begins, a coach may have tryouts for students who did not participate in the sport at Palmdale High School in the previous school year.

In order to participate in any sport, the student must meet the following requirements: 1. District Requirements

§ 2.0 grade point average each quarter and semester grading period § Maintain minimum progress toward graduation § Maintain acceptable citizenship

2. Be eligible under the rules of the California Interscholastic Federation: § May not have reached his/her 19th birthday prior to June 15th of the

current school year. (June 15, 2005 in the 2005-2006 school year.) § Have attended high school not more than eight semesters. § Have passed with at least a “C” (2.0) average 20 credits of work for

the prior grading period of which only 5 credits may be Physical Education; be passing in 20 credits of new work for the current grading period.

§ Have met residential requirements. Transferring from one school to another may affect your eligibility under the CIF Southern Section rules.

§ Not compete on any outside team in the same or any other sport during the season of any sport.

3. Pass a physical examination within the previous 12 months. 4. Obtain the written permission from parent or guardian to compete and travel

by school district transportation. § Be covered by or obtain athletic injury insurance. California Education

Code Sec. 32221 requires every athletic team member to have accidental body injury insurance of at least $1,500 medical and hospital benefits. Make sure to include the name of the insurance company and policy number on emergency card.

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PHS ATHLETICS (cont.)

Any athlete that becomes academically ineligible during their season of sport will not be eligible to receive their varsity letter or certificate of participation.

Sports Participation: The following are required prior to participation in any sport:

§ Athlete Code of Ethics § Blue Physical Card § Yellow Emergency card must be completed and signed by

parent/guardian. § Student and parent/guardian must complete a white packet. § A 2.0 GPA or above must be maintained.

For each additional sport students must complete: § Parent/guardian must complete a green athletic clearance sports card. § Parent/guardian must complete an additional yellow emergency card. § Student must return the yellow card to the athletics office before

practice or try outs begin.

P.E. Clothes: An appropriate physical education uniform is available for your purchase through the student store. This consists of black imprinted shorts and a white/gray imprinted T-shirt. The cost is $9.00 (plus tax) for the shorts and $9.00 (plus tax) for the shirt. Students and parents are asked to make sure uniforms are properly marked. A set of sweat clothes (green, gray, black, white) that are plain, is strongly recommended for cold weather and should be worn under the regular PE outfit.

P.E. Lockers: All PE students are issued a locker to store their gym clothes in when they are not in class. Students must provide their own combination/key locks. If key locks are used, please provide the coach with a spare, in the event a key is left at home or lost, the student will still have access to their clothes. Locks that are placed on unassigned lockers will be cut off. Students should never share lockers or give their combination to other students.

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