Student Handbook

THE WEST WINDSOR REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT HAS ADOPTED A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT POLICY
The Board has declared all public buildings, premises and property owned and operated by the Board, and all the spaces within them, to be officially designated smoke-free environments. Staff, students and members of the public are expected to observe this restriction at all times. The Board prohibits smoking at any time at any district-sponsored event held on or off district property.

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, valuing our tradition of excellence, is to develop all of our students as passionate, confident, life-long learners who have competence and strength of character to realize their aspirations and thoughtfully contribute to a diverse and changing world.

PRINCIPALS MESSAGE
Welcome to the 2012-2013 school year! We hope that this year will be filled with many personal and team successes. We hope to get to know many of you and we want you to know that we are available to talk with you. The best way for us to get to know each other is for you to be involved in activities. We have many exciting clubs and programs, in addition to great sports teams. Well be looking for you to be actively involved in school life. In this way, well have something in common. Our very best wishes for an enjoyable school year!

WEST WINDSOR-PLAINSBORO REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION NORTH SOUTH
Michael Zapicchi Principal Douglas Eadie Assist. Principal Melissa Levine Assist. Principal Dennis Lepold Principal Robert Banks Assist. Principal Donna Gibbs-Nini Assist. Principal

Directors/Supervisors Martin Flynn ...................................Director of Athletics Lee McDonald ................................Director of Guidance Services John McNamara .............................Supervisor of Social Studies Carol Meulener ...............................Supervisor of World Languages Rebecca McLelland-Crawley .........Supervisor of Sciences Samantha TognelaSupervisor of Special Services

Andrea Bean ..................................Supervisor of Mathematics Deirdre Bova ..................................Supervisor of Language Arts

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NORTH

2012-13 Student Council Officers President Erin McElwee President Ben Zhang Vice President Summer Abiad Vice President Eddie Lu Secretary Alexandra LaTorre Secretary Noel Su Treasurer Bianca Ingato Treasurer Gary Li Special Assignments Paco Abiad Special Assignments Claire Su Class of 2013 Officers President Akshay Thaper President Rohit Tallapragada Vice President Snakavi Rajaram Vice President Addy Guo Secretary Shorya Mantry Secretary Leeza Rojas Treasurer Sarah Hagen Treasurer Wilson Chan Historian Shriya Mantry Class of 2014 Officers President Suchira Sharma President Lev Gedrich Vice President Michael Lee Vice President Julia Tampellini Secretary Celena Chen Secretary Max Puthenpura Treasurer Sneha Salgam Treasurer Felix Su Historian Kevin Gu Special Assignments: Stephanie Sievers Class of 2015 Officers President Vignesh Gopal President Ambika Nair Vice President Prakhar Yadav Vice President Zeki Oduro Secretary Jon Matthews Secretary Carrie Lin Treasurer Rahul Ramanthan Treasurer Connoer Munsch Historian Charles Acuna Special Assignments Ylana Lopez Class of 2016 Officers President Galen Palowitch President Dillon Sumanthiran Vice President Varna Kodoth Vice President Kavya Pochiraju Secretary Jenny Liu Secretary Veenay Komaragiri Treasurer Brenden Werth Treasurer Vineeth Amba Special Assignments Saachi Bedi

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

West Windsor-Plainsboro High School will provide information, resources, and training to prohibit discrimination of employees and students because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or non-applicable handicap. Any student who has a question or complaint regarding affirmative action should see the assistant principal, who will assist in referring the matter to the district affirmative action officer, Alicia Boyko, 716-5000. Questions or complaints regarding the rights of the handicapped should be referred to the Director of Special Services, Debbie Batchelor, 716-5550.

ATTENDANCE
A goal of the West Windsor-Plainsboro Board of Education is to provide an appropriate educational program for every student enrolled in the schools of the district. Pupil participation in all regularly scheduled classroom activities is essential if the board is to accomplish this goal. In addition, frequent absences from regularly scheduled classes disrupt the learning process and will not allow a student to receive the maximum benefits of the districts educational program. Therefore, to acquire a thorough and efficient education, each enrolled student shall attend the entirety of each class, each day when school is in session or shall be engaged in other approved school activities, unless legally absent.

OVERVIEW
Attendance is a pupils presence in school and in the classroom to which he/she is assigned at the times scheduled for instruction or other school activities. A student must be in attendance a minimum of 90% of the school year to receive course credit. A student with more than 14 days (7 days for a half-year course) unexcused absences is liable for the penalties of this policy. Class periods missed through tardiness, unverified absence from school or early dismissal, cuts or truancies will be counted as unexcused absences. Excused absence is a pupils absence from school for a full day or a portion of a day for one of more of the following reasons: pupil illness, family illness or death, education opportunities, religious observances, school suspension, required court appearance, interviews with prospective employer or college admissions officer, drivers license examination, necessary and unavoidable medical or dental appointments that cannot be scheduled at a time other than the school day. Although a student may satisfactorily complete the course objectives, he/she may not receive credit if the attendance requirement for that course is not fulfilled. In the event Tel-Safe has not been contacted, a student must present a written note verifying the absence. The note from the parent, the guardian, or the eighteen-year-old must indicate date(s) and reason of absence(s). All notes should be submitted to the attendance office upon arrival to school after an absence.

INFINITE CAMPUS: ATTENDANCE CODE INFORMATION

Being a good student starts with good attendance. We believe that attendance in each class is vital to the teaching and learning that takes place each and every day in our school district. We do know that there are times that students will not be in class. The key to understanding attendance codes is important as shown below: Attendance Codes White. Excused absence is a pupils absence from school for a full day or a portion of a day for one of more of the following reasons: pupil illness, family illness or death, education opportunities, school suspension, required court appearance, interviews with prospective employer or college admissions officer, drivers license examination, necessary and unavoidable medical or dental appointments that cannot be scheduled at a time other than the school day. This also includes school-related activity, such as a field trip, athletic or academic competition. This is non-chargeable to the attendance record. Green. An exempt absence due to religious holiday or Take Your Child to Work Day. The complete list of religious holidays is available on the district web site. Requests for an ex-

cused absence for religious observances that are not identified on the State of NJ DOE website should be requested in writing and submitted to the attendance office. This is non-chargeable to the attendance record. Red. An unexcused absence is a pupils absence from all or part of a school day for any reason other than those listed above. This includes: tardiness to class (every three tardies equals one absence), a senior who leaves school at lunchtime without permission (as per senior open campus lunch option), any student who leaves school without permission when school is still in session, leaves class because of illness and does not report to the school nurse as directed, or is present in school but is absent from class without approval (a class cut). This is chargeable to the attendance record. Yellow. An unknown absence as this absence has not been verified. This is chargeable to the attendance record.

MAKE-UP OPPORTUNITIES AFTER AN ABSENCE

Completion of assignments and/or tests shall take place within a reasonable period of time, to be established by the teacher after considering all aspects of the case. This shall not be less than an amount of time equal to the time missed.

CONSEQUENCES
Respecting a students right to an education, the following plan of action utilizes due process and constructive measures of rehabilitation. Attendance is the students responsibility to manage and keep track of their individual attendance for the year. Parent and students can check attendance online by going to Infinite Campus. Notification of attendance will also be found online on marking period report cards. In the event the student has exceeded the allowable number of absences, the parent/guardian will have five (5) school days in which to appeal the non-credit status in writing to the Assistant Principal.

EXAMPLES
Loss of credit will occur after 14 days unexcused absences in a full year course. Loss of credit will occur after 7 days unexcused absences in a half-year (semester) course. Loss of credit will occur after 3 days unexcused absences in a marking period course (such as Health). Loss of credit will occur at third cut in the same course. Participation in co-curricular activities is a privilege. A student must attend classes regularly in order to be eligible to participate in these activities. Students who lose credit under the attendance policy guidelines shall not be permitted to participate in co-curricular activities for the remainder of the school year.

ATTENDANCE APPEAL PROCEDURE

The following procedure will be followed: 1. Petition for Appeal - A written petition must be submitted to the Assistant Principal by the students parent/guardian, no later than five (5) school days after the receipt of no credit status. Failure to do so will forfeit the right to an appeal. If the student initiates an appeal, he/she must regularly attend school and class until his/her appeal is heard and a decision is rendered. 2. Attendance Review Board - In keeping with the dictates of the due process procedure, the School Attendance Review Board shall review cases brought by petition. The appeal committee will be comprised of an assistant principal, teachers, school nurse and guidance counselor of the appealing student and child study team caseworker if appropriate.

EARLY DISMISSAL FROM SCHOOL

To be excused early from school a student must present a note, signed by a parent or guardian to the attendance office at the beginning of the day the excuse is to be used. At the time of the early dismissal students must sign out in the attendance office and sign in if they are returning to school. The school administration recognizes only urgent reasons for early dismissal. Such reasons include medical and motor vehicle appointments or illness after arrival at school, which must first be verified by the school nurse. The principal or assistant principal may approve other circumstances after consultation with parents.

TARDINESS
Students are tardy if they arrive to school or class after the bell has rung. Students who are tardy to school will report to the attendance office for a late pass. Students who are tardy due to the school bus should report to the attendance office upon arrival to school for an excused pass. A day of absence will be attained for every three tardies. One absence will be recorded for each full period missed due to tardiness. All tardies will be totaled and added to the days of absence accumulated in the attendance policy.

ABSENCE 1ST BLOCK (7:40-8:40AM)

All students must sign in to the attendance office upon arrival to school. Students who arrive to school missing the first block and have an examination that period, must seek out their teacher the same day in order to make up the missed test. Students who do not make up the missed examination that same day will incur a zero for that exam.

TEL-SAFE
Students who are absent are to have a parent or guardian call the high school prior to 7:30 a.m. Tel - Safe North 716-5100, ext. 5110 Tel - Safe South 716-5050, ext. 5063

ABSENCE/STUDENT PARTICIPATION
Students must be in attendance in school for a minimum of four hours to participate in after school or evening activities (athletics, drama productions, dances, etc.)

FAMILY VACATIONS
(Vacation days are unexcused absences and chargeable to the attendance record) The following procedures regarding student make-up opportunities shall apply to absences for family vacations: 1. Students are to fill out a Vacation Request Form obtained from the attendance office, have it signed by a parent or guardian, teachers, and the Assistant Principal, then return it to the Attendance Office prior to vacation. 2. The classroom teacher will provide the student with appropriate assignments prior to the absence, if so requested by the student, parent or guardian. 3. Failure to complete the assignments and/or tests within the specified time shall result in the issuance of a failing grade for the assignment and/or test. 4. Responsibility for making arrangements to complete the missed assignments and/or tests shall rest with the student, parent or guardian.

CLASS CUTS
Parents are advised that the school does not sanction unauthorized student absences for a Cut Day (Senior Cut Day, etc.)

CLASS CUTS
A cut is defined as absenting oneself without permission from scheduled periods, including classes, lunch, or activities such as assemblies. Students who demonstrate a pattern of excessive tardiness will also receive a cut for the class in question. Students demonstrating a pattern of missing class time, including but not limited to, time during class or at the end of class, will receive a cut. Administrative action as it relates to a cut from an assigned instructional or non-instructional period will be addressed as outlined below: Offense Program 1st occurrence Written parental notification All work missed will result in an F grade One Saturday detention Potential loss of extra and co-curricular activities, such as prom, field trips, athletics and parking privileges 2nd occurrence Written parental notification All work missed will result in an F grade for that day Attendance Agreement Potential loss of extra and co-curricular activities, such as prom, field trips, athletics and parking privileges One Saturday detention 3rd occurrence Parental notification The student will be denied credit for the course for the year in which the accumulated 3rd cut occurred. Students must remain in class in order to be eligible for credit completion or summer school The 3rd overall occurrence will result in loss of extra and co-curricular activities (including prom, field trips, parking privileges and athletics) for remainder of the year One Saturday detention

EIGHTEEN YEAR-OLD STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Age of Majority Law considers eighteen-year-old students adults in New Jersey. However, the law also gives the school the right to control the conduct of all students whether eighteen or younger. 1. Eighteen-year-old students may sign their own dismissal notes. However, an assistant principal must approve these notes before taking them to the attendance office. The student then signs out in the attendance office at the approved time. Any student who does not follow this procedure will be treated as cutting. 2. Eighteen-year-old students may sign their own field trip permission slips, exemption forms, and physical forms without prior approval of school authorities. 3. Eighteen-year-old students are subject to all other regulations according to school policy.

REPEAT COURSE GUIDELINES/EARNING CREDIT

In the event that a student completes the course and earns a passing grade but has not attended a sufficient number of days to earn credit, he/she will be awarded a grade of N/C (no credit). In the event that a student completes the course and earns a failing grade but has not attended a sufficient number of classes to earn credit he/she will be awarded a grade of F. In either event students will have the option of attending a state approved summer school and

earning both grade and credit.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
As a student at WWPHS, it is understood that genuine academic and personal achievements presuppose academic and personal integrity. No matter how much pressure to achieve the appearance of academic and personal achievements without their realities, one must never betray oneself or others by giving into that pressure and compromising ones integrity by cheating, plagiarizing, stealing, or by being cruel to others, nor must a student ever misrepresent the truth in order to obtain special privilege or consideration. As a member of the National Association of College Admissions Counseling (NACAC), West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District will disclose breaches of academic integrity that compromise the integrity of the school and could adversely affect our college applicants. Disciplinary information will be kept confidential, unless disclosure is required to prevent clear and imminent danger to the student or others, or when legal requirements demand that confidential information be revealed. For more information about NACACs policy and procedures go to: www.nacacnet.org A WWPHS student will: neither give help to nor accept help from another student during a test or graded assignment unless express permission is given by the teacher. neither accept information in advance of a test or graded assignment from someone who has already taken it nor disseminate information to someone who has not yet taken it. not use notes or other sources of information during a test or graded assignment unless allowed to do so by the teacher. not plagiarize. Outside sources must be cited properly. not misrepresent the truth in order to obtain special consideration or privilege. use technology in an appropriate and legal manner. Violation of the Academic Integrity Code will result in: a faculty or staff member will discuss the violation with the student privately documentation of the incident a report of the violation to the students parent a report of the violation to the students Assistant Principal no credit for the assignment. The faculty or staff member may require the student to make up the assignment for educational purposes one day Saturday detention this information being kept on file for the duration of the students career exclusion from National Honor Society If a student discovers that another student has violated the Academic Integrity code and does nothing about it, he or she has condoned the violation. These expectations are based on the following documents: Our Common Purpose, The Pingry School Honor System, The Buffalo Seminary Honor System, The Tower Hill School Honor System, The Woodbury Forest Honor System, and The Washington and Lee University Honor System. In addition, the above information is based on the Montclair-Kimberly Academy The Code of Honor (Denise Brown-Allen, Scott Coronis, Kef Wilson, Barbara Deloven, Daniel Rocha, Timothy Saburn, John Zurcher and other members of the MKA Administrative Council); Dr. Peter R. Greer; Dr. Steven Tigner; Dr. Edwin J. Delattre; DR. David Howison, Dean of Students at Washington and Lee University; Adam Rhodi, Dean of Students at The Pingry School; the PAMKA Executive Board; as well as notes from James Buckley, Carol Spencer, Larissa Luryand, Matthew Seelig.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR COMPUTER USE

1. 2. 3. 4. Refer to BOE Policy #6142.10 for complete Communication/Internet Policy Users are responsible for their own individual account. Computers are a tool for all students to use. Do not modify hardware/software in any way. Do not tamper with or alter any system settings or administrator accounts. 5. Game playing and/or the installation of a game is not permitted on any computer, unless it is part of a class assignment. 6. Food or drink should not be consumed while working on a computer. 7. Inappropriate comments, pictures, etc. on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, etc., may result in referral to the Police for further actions. If you discover any problem with a computer, report it to a teacher immediately. Any act, which makes computer hardware or software inoperative in any way, will be considered vandalism. Copying software and/or files from a school computer will be considered stealing and will be reported to the police. Copying files created by other students for personal credit will be considered cheating.

STUDENT DISCIPLINE
PHILOSOPHY
The Code of Student Conduct has been developed to foster the health, safety, social, and emotional well-being of students, as well as support the establishment and maintenance of civil, safe, secure, supportive, and disciplined school environments. The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District promotes the achievement of high academic standards, and the prevention of problem behaviors that would impede the educational progress. Parameters for the intervention and remediation of student problem behaviors at all stages of identification have been established. School responses to violations of the code of student conduct will take into account the severity of the offenses, the developmental ages of the student offenders, and students histories of inappropriate behaviors. Students have the right to: be informed about expectations for their behavior; be treated with respect and dignity; attendance in safe and secure school environments; express their opinions and feelings appropriately; be taught constructive means to settle disagreements or problems; have access to education that supports students development into productive citizens; and due process and protections pursuant to law and code. Students have the responsibility to: exhibit self-control on school premises, on the school bus, and at school activities; remain within the area assigned for a specific activity; exhibit respect for the authority of all school personnel; maintain and respect school and private property; speak to and treat adults and other students with respect; avoid placing themselves or others in danger of physical harm; help keep the school clean and attractive; and use constructive means to settle disagreements or problems. Students who choose not to comply with these responsibilities are subject to disciplinary action. School personnel will use a variety of measures including but not limited to: teacher/parent conferences, interventions through the student assistance committees, warnings, detentions, suspensions, or other strategies determined by the building administrator. Consequences will vary according to the developmental ages of the student offenders, student histories of inappropriate behaviors, frequency, severity and nature of the incident. At any time throughout the process, intervention by other school personnel may be recommended. School responses shall provide for the equitable application of the code of student conduct without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, nationality, origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or a mental, physical

or sensory disability or by any other distinguishing characteristic. Corporal punishment of students is prohibited.

APPROPRIATE WAYS TO RESOLVE PROBLEMS

WWPHS values appropriate ways to resolve disagreements. Conflicts with teachers are best resolved in conference between the student and teacher. If the matter is not resolved, students should ask their parent/guardian to arrange a conference with the teacher. If the parties fail to reach agreement, the appropriate subject area supervisor should be consulted. When conflicts occur between students, they should attempt to resolve their differences by using appropriate conflict negotiation strategies. Aggressive behavior is not acceptable. In order to resolve disputes appropriately, students should make use of the following: PEER MEDIATION: this program uses trained students to mediate conflicts between other students. It has been employed successfully at WWPHS. Students who choose this option, rather than resorting to violent or aggressive behavior, will increase the probability of achieving their goal and will lessen the possibility of punishment. GUIDANCE COUNSELORS: each student is assigned a counselor who is available to help in times of conflict. Counselors may meet with students individually, or in small groups. They are a good first step in the resolution of problems. STUDENT ASSISTANCE COUNSELOR: the student assistance counselor is trained to help students with substance abuse and other issues. The SAC is a resource for those who may have concerns about themselves, family members or friends, and alcohol and drugs.

WWPHS SCHOOL RULES

While WWPHS puts great emphasis on responsibility, it is necessary to specify certain behaviors and consequences. It is also understood that a variety of factors may be considered in determining consequences for some behaviors. Administrators are advised that consistency is important, however, they are directed to use their professional judgment in making decisions regarding corrective actions. The individual and the circumstances involved are to be considered. The following disciplinary measures may be applied as appropriate to the pupils violation of school rules: Admonishment; temporary removal from classroom; deprivation of privileges, detention; Saturday detention, suspension from school; expulsion. This may also include: restitution and restorations; counseling; parent conferences, alternate educational programs. Repeated violations or a pattern of inappropriate conduct will result in greater consequences. The minimum consequences for the offense are listed. Behavior contracts and/or referral to counseling may be requested for any student infractions during the course of the school year. All pupils are bound by law, policies of the Board of Education, and the administrative regulations of this school district. In addition, pupils shall not:

SATURDAY DETENTION AND SUSPENSION

In order to minimize lost instructional time, Saturday detention has been implemented. An out-of-school suspension is an exclusion from attendance in school for a specified period of time not to exceed ten (10) consecutive school days unless extended by the Superintendent or Board of Education. Failure to show for Saturday detention will result in one (1) day OSS for each Saturday missed. Under Saturday detention, students are assigned to a supervised room and are expected to complete schoolwork. A student suspended out of school may not participate in or attend school activities, or be on school or district property during the time of suspension without the express permission of the Principal. LEGEND DISCIPLINARY ACTION AD: Administrative Detention; SD: Saturday Detention; OSS: Out of School Suspension; EXP/P: Pos-

sible Expulsion Hearing before BOE; EXP/H: Expulsion Hearing before BOE: F: Grade of F/Zero for assignment; LP: Loss of Privileges. The Board of Education of the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District directs staff to encourage students to learn to resolve differences without resorting to force. Students are urged to employ conflict resolution, peer mediation, peace-making, and other non-violent strategies at all levels of schooling. However, when students choose to ignore our teachings and resort to violence, the Board of Education is obligated to remove offenders in order to provide a safe environment for other students. Any person who commits a violent act on school grounds or during a school activity shall be subject to discipline and/or criminal charges under this policy as follows: 1. Assault - Any middle or high school student who harms, injures, or recklessly strikes with intent to cause harm, or intends to harm or injure any person on school grounds or during a school activity shall be considered to have committed an assault. 2. Fighting - Any middle or high school student who engages in a physical confrontation with another party on school grounds or during a school activity in which both parties harm, injure, or strike with the intent to harm another, but in which instance both parties have substantial culpability for the physical confrontation, shall be considered to have committed an act of fighting. 3. Self Defense - A student who employs physical force only as a last resort, only after having been struck by another party without immediate and clear provocation, who had good reason to believe he or she was in danger of serious physical harm, and who ceases to strike, or harm, or otherwise employ physical force at the first opportunity, shall be considered to have acted in self-defense. A student who is judged by the principal or designee to have acted in self-defense under this strict definition of the term shall not be subject to punishment. A student who fails to meet any part of this definition shall be considered to have committed an act of fighting and shall be disciplined as outlined in the handbook. To render a decision of self-defense, the school administrator will consider the following: 1) he student did not have sufficient time to remove himself/herself from the area or seek assistance, 2) the person was in imminent danger of injury, and 3) the only option for the person was to physically protect himself/herself with the minimum amount of force appropriate to the situation until assistance could be obtained. In cases which have a history of communication between the individuals involved, administrators will use the following guidelines in determining self-defense: 1. Evidence of peer mediation 2. A contingency plan is in place 3. Assistant principal notification 4. Parent knowledge 5. A police report is on record In cases of spontaneous aggression in which no prior interaction had occurred, administrators will use the following guidelines in determining self-defense: 1. The individual attempted to get away from the aggressor. 2. The individual called for assistance from adults and/or students. 3. Witnesses, if any, verify that the individual made obvious efforts to remove him/herself from a potentially violent encounter. 4. It should be obvious to all that the individual reluctantly engaged in force as an act of self-defense after steps 1-3 were attempted. 5. The individual stopped using physical force at the first opportunity.

4. Inappropriate Use of Physical Force - Any middle or high school student who engages in reckless pushing or shoving with another student, thereby posing a substantial danger to self and others, in which both parties have substantial culpability, but in which neither party harms nor intends to harm the other, shall have committed an act of inappropriate use of physical force. 5. Assault or Fighting By Party Other Than Student - Any person other than a student of the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District who engages in an act of assault or fighting on school grounds or during a school activity shall be subject to criminal prosecution. 6. Gang Behavior - A group or association of three or more persons who may have a common identifying sign, symbol, or name and who individually or collectively engage in, or have engaged in, criminal activity which creates an atmosphere of fear and intimidation. Criminal activity includes juvenile acts that if committed by an adult would be a crime. Actions by students that are designated to promote gang behavior or membership, loyalty, and/or activity are prohibited. Any person who solicits or recruits another to join or participate in a gang will be subject to school disciplinary action and possible criminal charges. Actions which are prohibited include but are not limited to, using gang hand signs, wearing gang affiliated apparel, colors or accessories, using gang slang and/or terminology, and/or producing gang graffiti on school district property. Taking pictures on school property and posting them on MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, Formspring or other internet sites in a fashion that suggests gang affiliation is detrimental to the safety and security of students and staff and is prohibited. 7. Gang like actions - Any activity, in which more than one person verbally or physically harms, threatens or intimidates another or others. 8. Bias/hate actions - Any unprovoked behavior designed to intimidate a person or a group via spoken/ written language or gestures. NJ law defines bias/hate crimes as those involving race, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation 9. Hazing the performance of any act or the coercion of another to perform any act of intimidation into any class, team, or organization that causes or creates a substantial risk of causing mental or physical harm.

HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, BULLYING AND HAZING

The Board of Education requires its school administrators to implement procedures that ensure both the appropriate consequences and remedial responses for pupils who commit one or more acts of harassment, intimidation, or bullying, consistent with the code of student conduct and the consequences and remedial responses for staff members who commit one or more acts of harassment, intimidation, or bullying. The following factors, at a minimum, shall be given full consideration by school administrators in the implementation of appropriate consequences and remedial measures for each act of harassment, intimidation, or bullying by pupils. Appropriate consequences and remedial actions are those that are graded according to the severity of the offense(s), consider the developmental ages of the pupil offenders and pupils histories of inappropriate behaviors, per the code of student conduct and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7. Consequences and appropriate remedial action for a pupil who commits one or more acts of HIB may range from positive behavioral interventions up to and/or including suspension or expulsion of pupils, as set forth in the Board of Educations approved code of student conduct pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7.1. Consequences for a pupil who commits an act of HIB shall be varied and graded according to the nature of the behavior, the developmental age of the pupil and the pupils history of problem behaviors and performance, and must be consistent with the district Board of Educations approved code of student conduct and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7, Student Conduct. Remedial measures shall be designed to: correct the problem behavior; prevent another occurrence of the problem; protect and provide support for the victim of the act; and take corrective action for documented systemic problems related to harassment, intimidation, or bullying.

The Superintendent will appoint an Anti-Bullying Coordinator for the district and each building principal will appoint an Anti-Bullying Specialist that will be approved by the Board of Education. In addition, each school will create a School Safety Team(s). The new policies and regulations are available on the district website: www.ww-p.org Under policy 5512 the definition for harassment, intimidation or bullying is defined as: Harassment, intimidation, or bullying means any gesture, any written, verbal or physical act, or any electronic communication, as defined in N.J.S.A. 18A:37-14, whether it be a single incident or a series of incidents that: 1. Is reasonably perceived as being motivated by either any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or a mental, physical or sensory disability; or 2. By any other distinguishing characteristic; and that 3. Takes place on school property, at any school-sponsored function, on a school bus, or off school grounds, as provided for in N.J.S.A. 18A:37-15.3, that substantially disrupts or interferes with the orderly operation of the school or the rights of other pupils; and that 4. A reasonable person should know, under the circumstances, that the act(s) will have the effect of physically or emotionally harming a pupil or damaging the pupils property, or placing a pupil in reasonable fear of physical or emotional harm to his/her person or damage to his/her property; or 5. Has the effect of insulting or demeaning any pupil or group of pupils; or 6. Creates a hostile educational environment for the pupil by interfering with a pupils education or by severely or pervasively causing physical or emotional harm to the pupil. Electronic communication means a communication transmitted by means of an electronic device, including, but not limited to, a telephone, cellular phone, computer, or pager.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT
The Board of Education directs the Superintendent of Schools to maintain an academic environment that protects pupils from sexual harassment. Accordingly, the Board of Education shall not tolerate sexual harassment of pupils by staff members, other pupils or other individuals on school premises, school buses or at any school-sponsored activity. Sexual harassment is a form of prohibited sex discrimination. Pupils who believe that they have been subjected to sexual harassment may file a formal complaint. The Affirmative Action Officer shall receive any such complaints and carry out a prompt and thorough investigation. The Affirmative Action Officer shall protect the rights of both the person making the complaint and the alleged harasser. The Superintendent of Schools and his/her designee shall develop a regulation setting forth the procedure for the filing and processing of complaints of sexual harassment and ensure that appropriate training is provided to those staff members who have the responsibility for investigating complaints of sexual harassment. Any staff member or pupil who is found to have engaged in sexual harassment shall be subject to appropriate discipline. Law enforcement shall be contacted when appropriate. The Superintendent of Schools shall submit an annual report to the Board of Education on the effectiveness of this policy. Definitions of Sexual Harassment Quid Pro Quo sexual harassment occurs when a staff member explicitly or implicitly conditions a pupils participation in an education program or activity or bases an educational decision on the pupils submission to sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, nonverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Quid pro quo sexual harassment occurs whether or not the pupil submits to the threatened harmful conduct.

Hostile environment sexual harassment occurs when unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, nonverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature by a staff member, other pupil(s) or other individual(s) that is sufficiently severe or pervasive to have reasonably resulted in a limitation of the pupils ability to participate in or benefit from an educational program or activity. For purposes of this policy, any of the aforementioned conduct by a staff member directed toward a pupil shall be considered unwelcome. The following are examples of conduct that can constitute sexual harassment: Slurs, epithets, threats, verbal abuse, derogatory comments, degrading descriptions or practical jokes of a sexual nature or about gender specific traits; Graphic verbal comments about an individuals body; Sexual jokes, stories, drawings, pictures or gestures; Spreading of sexual rumors; Teasing or sexual remarks about a student enrolled in predominately single sex class; Touching of an individuals body or clothes in a sexual way; Nonverbal movements of a sexual nature; Displaying sexually suggestive objects or materials; Pressure or coercion involving proposed sexual activity; and Leering, staring, overly personal conversation, sexual flirtations or sexual propositions that are repeated after the unwelcome nature of same are communicated to the individual committing the act. Investigation and Response to Complaints The administration will: a) inform all staff, pupils, and parents that sexual harassment is prohibited in the educational setting. b) identify and train campus teams of professional staff members to respond to the concerns of students and/or staff. The campus team will refer all concerns or complaints to the principal and the building Affirmative Action Officer. The principal or designee shall report the allegation to the Superintendent and to the district Affirmative Action Officer. If the individual or complainant is not satisfied with the building administrative decision, a formal grievance may be filed with the district Affirmative Action Officer. Filing a complaint or otherwise reporting sexual harassment will not reflect upon the individuals status, nor affect future grades or class assignment. The complaint procedure shall be made available for pupils, parent/guardian, and/or staff member protesting alleged discriminatory or sexually or other harassing action. An immediate report of the allegation should b made to the Affirmative Action Officer or the Superintendent. The Affirmative Action Officer will initiate a thorough investigation and will protect the rights of both the pupil or staff member making the complaint and the alleged harasser. Due process rights will be respected during any investigation activity. Appropriate confidentiality shall be maintained throughout the investigative process. Sources: N.J. AAUW Study Hostile Hallways; Equal Employment Opportunities Commission: New Jersey School Boards Association. N.J. AAUW: Occupational Education Equity Center (Sexual Harassment in the Schools). Educators Guide To Controlling Sexual Harassment. Thompson Publishing Groups, Washington, D.C. N.J.A.C. 10:5-1 et seq. Law Against Discrimination; Title IX of the Education Act of 1972, 20 U.S.C.A. 1681

RELATIONSHIPS
Any relationship, romantic or otherwise, should be guided from the home. The school is not the place for outward displays of affection for ones girlfriend or boyfriend. If such a situation occurs and persists, the school will notify parents and disciplinary action will be taken.

POLICE IN SCHOOL
Police may enter the school if asked by school officials, if they suspect a crime has been committed, or have a warrant for search or arrest. If a student is questioned by the police, school authorities must see that all questioning takes place privately, in the presence of the principal, or his/her designee. If at all possible, a parent should also be present at the questioning. A student is not required to answer any questions other than those concerning ones name, age, address, or busi-

ness in the school until a parent or lawyer is present. A student has the right to be informed of his/her legal rights, to be protected from unnecessary force, and to remain silent, just as one would if one were out of school.

SEARCHES OF STUDENTS AND THEIR POSSESSIONS

By law all students are protected from unreasonable search and seizure. However, since lockers are school property, they can be searched by an administrator when a reasonable suspicion exists. Items taken from student lockers can be confiscated and/or turned over to the police. Searches of students purses, book bags, or other belongings may be conducted when a reasonable suspicion exists that contraband items are being concealed.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE
The Board prohibits the use, possession, and/or distribution of a substance on school premises, at any event away from the school premises that is sponsored by this Board, and on any transportation vehicle provided by this Board. For the purpose of this policy, the term Substance will mean: alcoholic beverages; controlled and dangerous substances as defined at N.J.S.A. 24:21-2; anabolic steroids; any chemical or chemical compound that releases vapors or fumes causing a condition of intoxication, inebriation, excitement, stupefaction, or dulling of the brain or nervous system including, but not limited to, glue containing a solvent having the property of releasing toxic vapors or fumes (N.J.S.A. 2a:170-25.9). For the purpose of this policy, the term Substance Abuse will mean: the consumption or use of any substance for the purposes other than for the treatment of sickness or injury as prescribed or administered by a person duly authorized by law to treat sick and injured human beings. For the purpose of this policy, the term Prescription Drug will mean: a drug authorized by a medical prescription from a licensed physician and shall not be considered a violation of this policy when to that effect, or a prescription label is presented; all prescription medication must be registered and consumed in the health office. For the purpose of this policy, the term Possession will mean any alcohol, drug or drug paraphernalia found: on the students person; in the students personal effects or belongings, e.g. purse, etc; in any object or area within the control of the student, e.g. locker, desk, automotive vehicle, etc; AND that the student either knowingly procured or received; that the student was aware of his/her control thereof for a sufficient period to have been able to terminate his/her possession. Any student taking part in school sponsored field trips, shall along with his/her parent(s)/guardian(s), sign an agreement indicating their understanding of the districts substance abuse policy. For the purpose of this policy, the term School Property will mean: All public buildings, premises, and property owned, rented and/or operated by the board, and all spaces within them.

STUDENTS CONSUMING OR UNDER

THE INFLUENCE OF ANY SUBSTANCE

Whenever it shall appear to any teaching staff member, school nurse or other district personnel that a student may be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, he/she shall report the matter as soon as possible to the building principal or his/her designee, to the student assistance counselor, and to either the school nurse or medical inspector. School administrators as mandated by the State Commissioner of Education have no discretion in deciding when a student is to be examined if a teacher or other staff member suspects alcohol or other drug uses. Therefore, the West Windsor-Plainsboro School District must order an immediate medical examination and drug and/or alcohol screening of any student suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or other drugs during the regular school day or at any time while on school property or at school sponsored activities. This examination shall be performed within one hour by a physician selected by the parent/guardian. If such a physician can not assure completion of such examination within one hour, the school shall make a referral to a designated medical examiner or the emergency room of the nearest hospital. An examination conducted, at parental request; by a physician other than the school medical inspector shall not be at district expense. Treatment will not be at Board expense. A student, who undergoes an examination including alcohol and/or drug screening tests, may not return to school until the principal has received the physicians verification form provided by the district, which verifies that the student is physically and mentally able to return to school. If the exam results are positive, a suspension of up to 10 days may be assigned. Additionally, the parent/guardian will be required to meet with a school administrator and the Student Assistance Counselor. The student shall not resume attendance at the school until he/she submits to the principal a written report from a physician certifying that he/she is physically and mentally able to return, and a drug and alcohol screening has been conducted. The physician who conducted the initial examination shall prepare such report. If the physicians report states that the substance test has been tampered/altered or indicate diluted samples, the student will be suspended a minimum of four days out of school suspension. In the event of a refusal or failure by a parent to comply with the above procedure in reference to the provision of N.J.S.A 18a:40a-12 shall be deemed a violation to the compulsory education (N.J.S.A. 18a:38-25 and 18a:38-31) and/or child neglect (N.J.S.A. 9:6-1) laws and shall be reported to the Division of Youth and Family Services. Additionally, the student will be considered as under the influence and subject to policies and procedures as stated in Board Policy. At the conclusion of the suspension period, the student and parent(s)/guardian(s) will meet with the principal or designee and the Student Assistance Counselor prior to being readmitted to school. At this meeting, the following will occur: the student will be placed on probation for the remainder of the school year. This probation will include close supervision by school authorities and will include exclusion for all school social and extra-curricular activities for a 30 calendar days; the Student Assistance Counselor will meet with the student for a minimum of five appointments; the student and parent(s)/guardian(s), when warranted, will be advised as to the appropriate community agencies through which they can receive assistance. The schools student assistance counselor will provide appropriate information upon request; in cases when the student may require treatment from outside agencies or placement in short-term residence programs, the counselor will contact the treatment agency to determine if it provides an educational program; if appropriate, in severe or repeated cases, the student will be referred to the Child Study Team for a complete evaluation. If a student is found to be under the influence of a substance for a second offense, a ten day out of school suspension will begin immediately; a one semester suspension of school activities, re-entry

conference, and a minimum of five appointments with the student assistance counselor. Subsequent offense(s) will be referred to the Superintendent for further action which may result in referral to the Board of Education to consider expulsion procedures.

STUDENTS POSSESSING, SELLING OR DISTRIBUTING SUBSTANCES

When a reasonable suspicion exists that a student is selling or providing others with alcohol or drugs/substances or look-alikes on or within 1000 feet of school property, in a school building, or at any time when the student is accountable to the school for his/her conduct, that student shall be reported to the principal or designee (Bd. Policy R5530). The principal or designee will investigate the report. If the student is found to be selling/has sold or distributed substances, the principal or designee will then: 1. Inform the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the student. 2. Inform the police and the superintendent of schools. The student shall be either released to the custody of the county prosecutors law enforcement designee who will contact the parent(s)/guardian(s) or released to the custody of the parent(s)/guardian(s) if the designee so directs. Juvenile charges will be signed against the individual as determined by the memorandum of understanding and after consulting with the law enforcement designee. The student will be suspended from school for at least ten (10) school days and referral to the Superintendent which may lead to expulsion proceedings; suspension from all school related activities for the school year;

VIOLATIONS AT A TIME WHEN THE STUDENT IS NOT ACCOUNTABLE TO THE SCHOOL FOR HIS OR HER CONDUCT
Any student in the West Windsor-Plainsboro school system who is formally charged and a complaint is filed by any law enforcement authority with selling, possessing, or consuming substances while away from school property or at a time when the student is not accountable to the school for his/her conduct may be permitted to continue attending school until a disposition is made of the case in court. The law enforcement authorities shall be requested to notify school officials of the nature of the charges and of the disposition. In such cases, the principal shall determine if the students presence in school shall be detrimental to the student and/or to other students in the school. The principal, after observing all due process, shall initiate a suspension from school of up to 10 days and notify the Superintendent immediately. A parent/guardian will be notified. The superintendent will report all such cases to the Board of Education. Should the board view the students continuance in school as detrimental to the student and/or to other students in the school, it may impose a longer suspension and/or expulsion, and the student will be placed on probation for the balance of the school year, which includes exclusion from all social and extra-curricular activities.

STUDENT CONTRACT
The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District Board of Education believes participation in interscholastic sport or extra/co-curricular activities is a privilege. Students wishing to take advantage of the opportunities presented to them by the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District must show a commitment to these activities by regular attendance at practices, contests, performances, as well as conformity to the rules established by the District and the coach, director

or supervisor. The privilege of participating requires that each student who participates in an interscholastic sport or extra/co-curricular activity in the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District will read the following rules, sign and return this form to the Main Office prior to participation.

USE OF CONTROLLED DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES, ALCOHOL, TOBACCO PRODUCTS:

Use of the following substances is prohibited and will not be tolerated in school, after school, or weekends: 1. Tobacco products (smoking, chewing, dipping) 2. Alcoholic beverages 3. Controlled substances that are prohibited by N.J. Statute i.e.: drugs, narcotics, steroids, etc.

SMOKING
1st Offense 2nd Offense 3rd Offense Referral to smoking cessation program for tobacco for 5 sessions. Seven-day (7) suspension from competition or performances.* Referral to smoking cessation program for tobacco for 5 sessions. Thirty-day (30) suspension from competition or performances.* Referral to smoking cessation program for tobacco for 5 sessions. Exclusion from all participation for the remainder of the school year.

ALCOHOL/CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
1st Offense Referral to SAC for alcohol or controlled substance for 5 sessions. Thirty-day (30) suspension from competition or performances.* 2nd Offense Referral to SAC for alcohol or controlled substance for 5 sessions. Exclusion from all participation for the remainder of the school year. *Students will be allowed to practice/attend meetings Students, prior to being involved in the disciplinary process, may voluntarily seek confidential assistance for an alcohol or drug problem without penalty, by contacting a guidance counselor, substance abuse counselor, a staff member or administrator.

ATTENDANCE:
Attendance at practices and meetings is important. A participant who misses practice/meetings without notifying his/her coach, director, or advisor without a valid excuse (detention is not a valid excuse) will lose his/her ability to participate. School activities must take priority over non-school teams or events. A player who is exempt from physical education or sports for medical reasons will not be permitted to participate in sport activities until approved by the school nurse. Students must be in attendance during the school day for a minimum of 4 hours to participate in games, practices or performances.

TRANSPORTATION:
It is important for team members, performing groups and/or club participants to travel to and from games/competitions on transportation provided by the school district. Should a student wish to ride to or from a contest, activity or performance with a parent, permission must be received from the coach/director/advisor. Parents are asked to provide a note requesting a transportation change to the coach/advisor/director prior to the event. Such a change should be made only in extenuating circumstances.

CONDUCT AT SCHOOL EVENTS / DISQUALIFICATION:

Any student disqualified before, during or after an interscholastic/co-curricular activity for unsportsmanlike/inappropriate verbal or physical misconduct will not be allowed to participate in the next two (2) regularly scheduled competitions/performances with the exception of football which will carry a one (1) game disqualification. A disqualified student may not be physically present at any contest/event/performance during the

period of disqualification. Any student disqualified a second time will have the penalty doubled (i.e., in football two games; in all other sports/activities four games/events). Disqualifications will count for one (1) calendar year from the date of the first offense. Third offense players/participants will be suspended (athletes must apply in writing to the NJSIAA through the office of the Principal for reinstatement for the subsequent school year). Disqualification in all interscholastic/co-curricular activities will count toward accumulation of offenses. Should a student be disqualified from the final game/event of the season, said disqualification will carry over to the next year. In the case of the student/athlete, the same degree of penalty shall apply if said athlete retains eligibility in that sport. For seniors who are disqualified from their last game of their high school careers, the principal will determine proper administrative action to discipline the offending student (NJSIAA Rules and Regulations 1995).

HAZING:
The West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District will not tolerate any hazing or hazing type of behavior by our athletes or club participants. Appropriate discipline will be administered to anyone involved in this activity including suspension and/or exclusion from the team, club, or activity.

CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAM
West Windsor-Plainsboro High School offers a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. Clubs provide students with opportunities to meet other people while working on something that really interests them. Students can become members of any club by contacting the advisor, reading/listening to morning announcements, or reading notices on the clubs bulletin board. Organizational meetings for clubs are usually held in early September. Co-curricular activities also include senior class trip, prom, dances, athletics, etc.

ATHLETIC & CO-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY

The board of education recognizes the primary responsibility of the school system is to educate all students to the maximum levels possible. Although the academic program has first priority, student activities are an important part of the total learning experience. The Board of Education, therefore, has an obligation to provide an opportunity for students to participate in a full range of activities, while ensuring that the students academic progress is sufficient to support this participation. School activities are defined as: All interscholastic athletic teams All non-athletic co-curricular activities Any student who wishes to compete in interscholastic sports must meet the minimum credit requirements established by the New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA). WWPHS North and South will also follow this policy for co-curricular activities. Eligibility for activities will be determined on a semester-by-semester basis. Beginning with the class of 2014: 1. To be eligible for athletic competition during the first semester (September 1 January 31) of the 10th grade or higher, or the second year of attendance in the secondary school or beyond, a pupil must have passed 25% of the credits (30) required by the state of New Jersey for graduation (120), during the immediately preceding academic year. 2. To be eligible for athletic competition during the second semester (February 1 June 30) of the 9th grade or higher, a pupil must have passed the equivalent of 12 % of the credits (15) required by New Jersey for graduation (120) at the close of the preceding semester (January 31). Full-year courses shall be equated as one-half of the total credits to be gained for the full year to determine credits passed during the immediately preceding semester. For students in the class of 2012 2013 and beyond: 1. A student must have passed 27.5 credits in the previous year to be eligible for participation in

activities offered in the fall and /or winter. Students who have not attained the required 27.5 credits at the end of the regular school year may attend an approved summer program in order to gain credits for fall/winter eligibility. 2. To be eligible for activities offered in the spring a student must be passing 13.75 credits at the conclusion of the fall semester. For full year courses, one half of the full years credit is allocated to the first semester. Spring eligibility credit allocation is determined by looking at the fall cumulative semester grades issued by the teachers.

GUIDELINES FOR ATHLETIC CONTESTS AND ALL CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

WWPHS is a member of the Colonial Valley Conference and agrees to ensure that its students and guests abide by the following: 1. Students or adults who are in possession of or believed to be under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will not be admitted to athletic contests. Police will be notified. 2. Possession or consumption of alcohol beverages, smoking, or the use of drugs is not permitted on school grounds or in school buildings by any student or adult and will be subject to adherence of school policy and local municipal ordinances. 3. Spectators (students/adults) who are disorderly will be requested to leave and students will face disciplinary action in accordance with school policies. 4. Spectators (adult/student) are not permitted on the playing field or court during contest. This includes players on the bench. 5. Players, spectators (adult/student) or parents should not engage in physical and/or verbal harassment of coaches, players, or officials. Any student involved in such harassment will face school disciplinary actions. Any student or adult spectators who engage in verbal or physical harassment may be asked to leave and/or be denied admittance to future athletic contests. 6. Noisemakers, radios, tape players, laser pointers etc. are not permitted. (NJSIAA rules) 7. Signs and banners, booing or hissing are not permitted. 8. Any student-athlete who is disqualified from an inter scholastic athletic event for flagrant, violent, verbal, or physical misconduct (unsportsmanlike conduct) will be disqualified for the next regularly scheduled game for football and the next two scheduled contests for the other sports.

GENERAL INFORMATION
AFTER SCHOOL POLICY
Students are not permitted to be unsupervised in the building after school. Students found on district school premises other than their own campus school shall be referred to the building administrator/assistant principal. Teachers or activity advisers who must meet with students after school between 2:50 and 3:50 p.m. will meet with students until 3:50. If meetings end before 3:50, teachers will personally accompany students to the after school quiet study area.

BUS PASSES
Students who must, on occasion, ride a different bus must obtain permission from transportation. The parent/guardian must call transportation to obtain permission and make sure there is room on the requested bus. Students will not be given daily passes for social reasons such as visiting friends, doing homework or shopping at local malls etc. All alternate transportation must be five (5) days a week.

BICYCLES/MOPEDS
Students are permitted to ride bicycles/mopeds to school. They are not permitted inside the school building. Bicycles must be placed in the racks provided in the parking lots and must be locked securely (a heavy-duty chain lock is suggested) when not in use. Bicycles may be registered at the local police station. The school cannot accept responsibility for bicycles, which are stolen or vandalized.

DANCE/CONCERT/ACTIVITY RULES
When a dance, concert, or any other activity is being held the following rules will be in effect: 1. Student will not be permitted entry after the first hour of a dance, or the designated time of the activity. Student IDs required for entrance/admittance. 2. Any student who knows that he/she will not be able to arrive within the designated time of the activity must obtain permission for late entry from an assistant principal in advance. 3. Students leaving the building will not be permitted to return. 4. Disorderly persons will be removed from the building and no refunds will be given. Parents will be contacted in the event of such a problem. 5. Smoking, alcoholic beverages, and drugs are not permitted on school premises. Disciplinary actions will be taken in accordance with the Board of Education policies. 6. High school activities are open only to students in grades 9-12. If an activity permits guests to the event, each student is permitted to bring only one guest. All guests names must be registered in advance. Guests attending must bring identification to gain entry. Guests over the age of 20 will be admitted only with written parent permission and approval by a HS Administrator. 7. Personal property will be subject to inspection prior to entry to any activity.

DISMISSAL
SOUTH
Students will access their buses from either the front or Penn Lyle side of the building. Parent pick-up is located in the student parking lot.

NORTH
Students will access their buses from the front of the building. Parent drop-off and pick-up is located on the west side of the building.

DRESS POLICY
Dress is the prime responsibility of the parents and students; however, the school affirms that acceptable standards for students are predicated on neatness, cleanliness, and safety. School dress must not disrupt the educational process. (For example: tank tops, tube tops, bare midriffs, and undergarments, etc.) Footwear must be worn in all parts of the school building for safety reasons. Apparel that is revealing, lewd, ragged, or that draws attention to illegal substances, violence and weapons are among the items prohibited including but not limited to, t-shirts that reference snitch, snowmen, weapons, etc. In addition, any apparel or item, which interferes with the identification of a student i.e.: sunglasses, hoods, etc. are prohibited. Failure to abide by the dress code will result in one day Saturday detention.

FIRE DRILLS
When the fire alarm rings all students and staff are to exit the building immediately. There is to be no talking during fire drills and students are to follow directions of teachers.

FIRE LANES/HANDICAPPED PARKING/VISITORS PARKING

The area in front of the school has been designed as a fire lane and is marked accordingly. Cars parked along this curb will be ticketed and/or towed away at the owners expense. Students and adult drivers are not to drive or park on the access road which leads to the back of the school, and are not to park in areas designated for handicapped drivers. Visitors to the school must park in the area designated for visitors.

FLAG SALUTE
The state of New Jersey requires by law that you show respect for the American flag. Students with conscientious scruples who do not wish to recite the pledge of allegiance must show respect by not being disruptive or disturbing pupils who are participating in the ceremony.

HALL LOCKERS
Students will be assigned lockers for book storage and personal use. Students are advised not to give anyone their locker combinations. The school does not accept responsibility for loss of personal property. Students are also cautioned to be certain that their lockers are properly secured when they leave them. Students may not use personal locks on hall lockers. School authorities will remove personal locks. Students are also cautioned not to bring large sums of money or valuables to school. Report all thefts by completing paperwork located in the main office. Report any suspicious persons to a staff member. Identify all personal items clearly.

LOST AND FOUND

All lost clothing items, books, and valuables, except those lost in physical education classes, are turned into the main office. If an item is lost, see the receptionist in the main office to complete a report.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

The National Honor Society, sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals, is an organization that recognizes and fosters academic achievement and the development of leadership, character, and service. Students who meet the criteria for selection are inducted into the National Honor Society in a formal ceremony in the spring. In order to be selected for the National Honor Society, seniors and juniors must have a 3.5 minimum academic grade point average. Once the guidance department has determined the students who are eligible based on scholarship, those students must complete an application. A faculty council of five members will then review the applications and, with input from the total faculty, select students who meet the criteria for service, leadership, and character.

OPEN CAMPUS LUNCH PRIVILEGE

Leaving school during a students lunch period is a privilege reserved for seniors only. Seniors will be required to follow a contract that must be signed by the student and parent/guardian. Students must have a 2.0 or better unweighted GPA at the end of 11th grade. This will be checked quarterly during the students senior year. Students must be in good standing with the administration regarding discipline and attendance. Open campus privileges may be suspended if the contract is not adhered to. The contract spells out the rules and regulations regarding the open campus policy. Please become familiar with it. In addition, please note the following:

The student and parent/guardian is responsible for where the student goes for lunch and how he/she gets there. Arriving late three times to or cutting the class that is scheduled immediately after the students lunch results in loss of privilege. Transporting any student who is not allowed to leave school results in loss of privilege. No food, drink, or litter is to be brought back to the school or left in the parking lots. Students may not purchase food to be brought back for anyone. The school assumes no extra liability for any accident or injury that occurs while off school grounds. An appropriate administrative consequence will be assigned to the parties involved in any violation of the contract.

OUTSIDE USE DURING LUNCH

Students will be permitted to go outside during the last twenty minutes of their lunch period during the first and fourth marking periods (weather permitting) with the approval of the assistant principals. Students are not permitted in the parking lot, and must remain in the designated area. A Lunchroom Supervisor will announce when the outside lunch privilege is in effect and will actively supervise students. Students are not permitted to leave school during lunch periods without permission.

PARKING REGULATIONS 2012-2013 SOUTH GUIDELINES

1. Parking for students will be on a first come, first served basis. 2. Students are prohibited from parking in the areas designated for Faculty and Staff. 3. Vehicles issued spaces must be registered with the main office. Decals must be displayed in the window of the vehicle. 4. Student parking will be restricted to the white lined numbered spaces designated as STUDENT PARKING BY PERMIT. 5. Student parking areas are designated for registered student vehicles only. A contract must be signed prior to parking privileges going into effect. Students may not transfer parking privileges. 5. Students who drive to school and are tardy will receive appropriate disciplinary action, which may include suspension of the parking privilege. Students who drive recklessly on school property will also be subject to suspension of their parking privileges. 6. Students who leave school without permission in their vehicles will receive appropriate disciplinary action, which may include suspension of their parking privileges. 7. Illegally parked cars in assigned spaces will be ticketed/towed by the West Windsor or Plainsboro Police.

PARKING REGULATIONS 2012-2013 NORTH GUIDELINES

1. Students are permitted to park in the student lot only located on the eastern side of the building (located in front of the turf field). Students are not permitted to park in any other lot during the school day. 2. Students must park in the designated white line parking space. 3. Students who drive to school and are tardy will receive appropriate disciplinary action, which may include suspension of the parking privilege. Students who drive recklessly on school

property will also be subject to suspension of their parking privileges. 4. Students who leave school without permission in their vehicles will receive appropriate disciplinary action, which may include suspension of their parking privileges. 5. Illegally parked cars in assigned spaces will be ticketed/ towed by the West Windsor or Plainsboro Police.

PERSONAL LISTENING AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Students will be permitted to listen to personal listening devices during lunch, study hall and after school at their own risk. West Windsor-Plainsboro High School assumes no responsibility for personal listening devices or electronic devices that are lost, stolen or damaged. Students may use personal listening devices at teacher discretion. Students must follow teacher/ staff rules and guidelines for use. Students violating the rules and regulations for personal listening devices/electronic devices will result in confiscation of the device.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION LOCKERS

All students are required to provide their own combination locks on physical education lockers. The high school is not responsible for personal property. Students are strongly advised not to leave valuables in gym lockers. Bags and other personal property should be locked in a gym locker. Use your hall locker to secure valuables. Thefts should be reported immediately to the physical education teacher by completing the appropriate paperwork located in the main office. Any student guilty of theft will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and school policy.

STUDY PERIOD GUIDELINES

1. Students must report to the teacher in charge every day, on time, as for any other class or assignment. Students will be assigned seats. 2. Students must have books and materials to study or do homework. Locker visits are not allowed. If the teacher judges that an emergency exists, a locker pass will be issued. 3. Study period will be a quiet study, homework or reading time. Playing cards or other games are not permitted. 4. Food or drink is not permitted. 5. Students will be excused from study period, after attendance is taken, only for the following reasons: a. Library (the number of students is limited; library pass required) b. Guidance appointment (pass required) c. Teacher appointment (pass required) d. Computer Room (the number of students is limited). e. Lavatory (one student at a time, pass from study teacher required). 6. Students whose academic day begins late or ends early may arrange to enter/leave school by submitting a Late Arrival/Early Dismissal Form to the Attendance Office. (Seniors Only)

TEXTBOOKS AND OBLIGATIONS

Since textbooks are provided by the school to all students at no cost, it is the students responsibility to take care of them. Teachers have the right to assess fines on books, which have been abused or lost. If a student chooses not to pay a fine, the school will withhold his/her final report card until the fine is paid.

If a student has lost or damaged a textbook, school issued supplies, or equipment then he or she is liable for payment of the item. Students are urged to fulfill all obligations before the end of each marking period. Final report cards and fall schedules will be withheld until all obligations are met. Seniors will not be permitted to participate in commencement exercises until all obligations are met.

VISITORS
All visitors must report to the main office and obtain visitors passes. Student visitors are not permitted. Alumni wishing to visit a faculty or staff member must have an appointment during the school day, or may visit after 2:50 pm.

WEATHER NOTICES
In the event school is closed because of inclement weather, students will be notified through the district web page www.ww-p.org, WW-P TV Stations Plainsboro channel 3 and West Windsor channel 27, district e-news list serv, or the district telephone number, 609-716-5000, select option 1, for information. Students who are to be picked up by parents during inclement weather are requested to use the designated student pick-up area.

WWPHS RADIO
Students, parents and community members may listen to the school radio station by turning to 107.9 on the FM dial.

WORKING PAPERS
Applications for working papers may be obtained in the main office. A copy of the birth certificate, a promise of employment form signed by the employer, and a health certificate completed by the students physician are required.

WEST WINDSOR PLAINSBORO SCHOOL DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT PHILOSOPHY AND SERVICES
The Guidance Department at West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North and South provides guidance and counseling services to all students from the time they enter the high school until graduation. Some students return for post-high school guidance. Guidance supports the academic component of the high school through a series of both planned and informal activities designed to assist students to understand themselves better, to cope with the normal problems associated with growing up; and to become contributing citizens. The goal of the guidance process is to meet the individual needs of each student and to help students achieve a productive high school experience. Guidance services are designed to help students with their educational, vocational, and social development. High school years are full of excitement, frustration, disappointment, and hope. It is a time students begin to discover what the future holds for them. With a comprehensive developmental counseling program, students can receive accurate information, concrete experiences, and successful planning to take the steps necessary to become a productive and contributing member of society. Together, professional school counselors, parents, and the community can provide the most effective support for young people.

Lead Counselors: Lee Riley, High School North Michelle Walsh, High School South Guidance Staff: South Michael Alberto Neeru Narang Brooke Parrott Joyce Ragucci Molly Rooney (SAC) Cheryl Smith Antonella Vescuso Child Study Team Staff: Marykate Gonzales Karen Kelley Alexandra Lawrence Jennifer Medina Lorri Moser Leslie Wyers North Eric Becker Theresa Bonanno Jenna Cavadas (SAC) Melissa DeMuth Laura Foster Debra Levinson Linda Morrell Rachaele Cianci-Drulis Alba Flynn Mary Jane Gosselin Diane Lantz-Hecker Sue Kemler Diane McGovern JoAnn Quinlan Donna Ritz

ACCESS TO STUDENT RECORDS

1. The parent(s)/guardian(s) of a minor student shall be permitted to inspect any student record concerning his/her child. 2. An adult student shall be permitted to inspect, upon request, any student record concerning himself/herself. 3. Minor students must have written permission from parent(s)/guardian(s) prior to reviewing the file. 4. Teacher(s), guidance counselors, and other school personnel as authorized by the building principal may inspect student records. 5. Organizations, agencies, or persons from outside the school, with the written consent of the parent(s)/guardian(s) or adult student may inspect records, except that these organizations, agencies, or persons shall not transfer student record information to a third party without the written consent of the parent(s)/guardian(s) or adult student. To appeal, a parent or adult student must notify the superintendent in writing of the specific issues relating to the student record. Within ten (10) days of notification, the superintendent or designee shall meet with the parent or adult student to review the issues set forth in the appeal. If the matter is not satisfactorily resolved, the parent or adult student may appeal this decision to the local board of education or to the Commissioner of Education within 20 days. The decision of the local school board may be appealed to the Commissioner pursuant to NJSA 18A:6-9 and rules adopted in accordance with such statute. At all stages of the appeal process, the parent shall be afforded a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issue. Upon graduation or permanent departure of a pupil from the West Windsor - Plainsboro Regional School District a copy of the permanent student record is available upon request. Information in

the pupil record, which is not required to be kept in perpetuity, may be destroyed after the information is no longer necessary to provide educational services to the student. This statement shall be considered notification that such destruction may occur during the months of July and August after graduation or permanent departure of the pupil. In accordance with No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 high schools are now required to release the names, mailing addresses, and telephone numbers of students to military recruiters upon request. This information is to be used specifically for armed services recruiting. The new law also allows for a student, or parent of the student to request that a students name, address and telephone listing not be released without prior written parental consent. Please contact the high school guidance office to make such a request.

RELEASE OF DISCIPLINARY RECORDS

When a pupil transfers to a public school district from another public school district, all information in the pupils record related to disciplinary actions taken against the pupil by the school district and any information the school district has obtained pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:4A-60, disclosure of juvenile information; penalties for disclosure, shall be provided to the receiving public school district, in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 18A:36-19(a), N.J.A.C. 6A:32-7.5(e)10.iv., and N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7.10. When a pupil transfers to a private school, which includes all sectarian or nonsectarian nonprofit institutional day or residential schools that provide education for pupils placed by their parents and that are controlled by other than public authority, all pupil disciplinary records, with respect to suspensions or expulsions, shall be provided by the public school district of residence to the private school upon written request from the private school, in the same manner as such records would be provided by a public school district of residence to another public school district, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:16-7.10(b).

COURSE LEVELS
Initial course level placement will be based on teacher recommendation and/or performance in prerequisite courses. If students and their parents/guardians disagree with the recommended placement, they must complete the override waiver. Notification as to the deadlines for schedule adjustments can be found on the district website. There are two levels of courses utilized for the purpose of calculating weighted grade point average. 1. Weighted: AP (Advanced Placement courses) HNS (Honors courses) PU (Princeton University courses) 2. Unweighted: Any course not designated AP, HNS, or PU. AP, HNS and all courses taken at Princeton University are weighted. Grade point equivalents increase for grades earned in weighted courses. For example: Standard B = 3.0, HNS B = 4.0. Both weighted and unweighted grade point averages (WGPA and GPA) are calculated. Weighted grade point average is based on an open-ended scale beginning with 0.00 and having no ceiling. Only the final grade achieved in each course is used to compute GPA and WGPA. All graded (non-pass/fail) courses (with the exception of Physical Education) are used in the calculation of WGPA. Physical Education is only calculated in unweighted GPA. A students cumulative GPA and WGPA are tabulated and posted on the permanent record card at the conclusion of each school year. Coursework will not count towards WGPA or GPA unless there is a formal articulation agreement between that institution and WWPHS (e.g. Princeton University). Each letter grade is assigned a numeric equivalent as indicated in the following table:

Grade A B C D F

Numeric Equivalents WEIGHTED Grading Scale AP/HNS/PU 90 - 100 5.00 80 - 89 4.00 70 - 79 3.00 60 - 69 2.00 0 - 59 0

UNWEIGHTED Standard 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 0

STEPS IN DETERMINING GPA & WGPA

For each graded (non-pass/fail) course the student completes, with the exception of physical education for WGPA, multiply the numeric equivalent of the grade received times the number of credits earned to determine the number of quality points awarded. 1. Determine the sum of quality points earned for all courses for each separate year. 2. Divide the quality point total for one year by the total number of credits attempted for that year. This will yield the grade point average for that year. The same method is used for calculating WGPA and GPA. For AP, HNS, and PU courses, grade point equivalents increase 1.0. 3. To determine the overall GPA or WGPA, divide the total number of weighted quality points earned (sum of quality points from each year in high school) by the total number of credits attempted (sum of all credits attempted in high school).

IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES

All students who are enrolled at WWPHS North or South by the first day of their fourth or senior year shall have their grade point average calculated. With regard to transfer students, WWPHS North and South shall consider as weighted those courses taken at other schools when the corresponding WWPHS course is weighted. All summer school make-up courses taken in approved programs shall be non-weighted. A pass/fail grade will be recorded resulting in no adjustment to the students GPA. Sequential courses taken at Princeton University with the approval of the appropriate supervisor and the guidance director shall be given a letter grade and be weighted. Students shall receive 3.0 high school credits for each successfully completed semester course. Independent study shall be graded pass-fail and be non-weighted. See the Program of Studies for information regarding recording of non-traditional coursework on the WWPHS permanent record.

SCHEDULING PARAMETERS
MINIMUM SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS
Every West Windsor - Plainsboro High School North and South student should be scheduled for a minimum of 30 credits per year with full year courses or a combination of semester courses and full year courses. Within the school day, students should be scheduled for seven classes. Semester courses can run first and/or second semester depending upon the number of student requests. Seniors may apply for early dismissal under special circumstances.

MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

In order for a student to graduate and receive a high school diploma from West Windsor - Plainsboro High School North or South, each student must: A. Pass the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA). And B. Fulfill the requirements as described utilizing one or both of the following two options: 1) Earn a minimum of 120 credits by successful completion of the prescribed courses listed in the chart below. This requirement may be met in whole or in part through a traditional program where a

credit means the award for student participation in the equivalent of a class period of instruction (commonly referred to as option 1). Each full year course that meets routinely for one non-extended class period shall yield 5 credits. Semester courses that meet routinely for one non-extended class period shall yield 2.5 credits and quarter courses meeting routinely for one class period shall yield 1.25 credits. Courses meeting for extended periods, a portion of a year, or a portion of a week shall be prorated. For example, a lab course shall be awarded 1.0 additional credits if that class routinely meets an additional 20 minutes per four-day cycle.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CHART

SUBJECT AREA Course and credit requirements for all students entering grade 9 in: 2008-2009 LANGUAGE ARTS LITERACY MATHEMATICS 15 credits including algebra I and geometry or the content equivalent* 20 credits 20092010 20102011 20112012 20122013 20132014

20 credits aligned to grade nine through 12 standards 15 credits including algebra I and geometry or the content equivalent* and a third year of math that builds on the concepts and skills of algebra and geometry and prepares students for college / 21st century careers 15 credits including at least five credits in laboratory biology/life science or the content equivalent*; an additional laboratory/inquiry-based science course including chemistry, environmental science, or physics; and a third laboratory/inquiry-based science course

15 credits including algebra I or the content equivalent*

SCIENCE

15 credits including at least five credits in laboratory biology/life science or the content equivalent*

15 credits including at least five credits in laboratory biology/life science or the content equivalent* and one additional laboratory/ inquiry-based science course which shall include chemistry, environmental science, or physics

SOCIAL STUDIES

15 credits including satisfaction of N.J.S.A. 18A:35-1 and 2

15 credits including satisfaction of N.J.S.A. 18A:35-1-2 that includes ten credits in US History; five credits in world history; and the integration of civics, economics, geography and global content in all courses

FINANCIAL, ECONOMIC BUSINESS, AND ENTREPRENEURIAL LITERACY** HEALTH, SAFETY, AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION*** VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS^ WORLD LANGUAGES+ 21ST CENTURY LIFE AND CAREERS, OR CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION# TOTAL CREDITS

No state requirement

2.5 credits

3 credits in health, safety, and physical education during each year of enrollment, distributed as 150 minutes per week, as required by N.J.S.A. 18A:35-5, 7 and 8 5 credits

10 credits or student demonstration of proficiency

5 credits

120

*Content equivalent means courses or activities that include the same or equivalent knowledge and skills as those found in traditionally titled courses which are required for high school graduation and which are aligned with the Core Curriculum Content Standards. This content must be taught by certified teachers, may be integrated in one or more courses, may be titled differently, or may present material in an interdisciplinary or spiral format. **Financial, Economic, Business and Entrepreneurial Literacy: We may count the following courses: Consumer Economics, International Business and Cultures and Economics/Social Problems in American Society. ***Comprehensive Health, Physical Education and Safety: includes driver education theory and family life education. Students with an authorized excuse may be excused from the physical activity part of the regular program and will be assigned an alternative activity. This core curriculum content area is required for every year of student attendance in grades 9-12. A minimum of 3 3/4 (150 minutes per week) or a maximum of 5 credits will be awarded for each year of successful participation. ^Visual & Performing Arts: We may count all courses in the Music Dept., all courses in the Art Department, English electives (Speech/Drama, Dramatic Arts, Advanced Drama), and Business/Computer Department electives (Graphic Computer Applications I and II). Also, practical arts courses that have a visual component and are aligned with the NJDOE Core Content Standards may be considered. Also, related offerings within the Program of Studies which are certified by the principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii may be used to fulfill this requirement. + World Languages: All students will be encouraged to fulfill the two year world language requirement. Any student can meet the World Language requirement through student demonstration of proficiency. Student demonstration of proficiency is to be determined by the World Languages supervisor. Districts may do language proficiency testing, interviews and/or other assessments for documentation. Any student may appeal to the building Principal for exemption from the two year requirement.

Students whose appeal is approved will be held to the NJDOE one year World Language requirement. Automatic exemptions (no appeal to the Principal necessary) include transfer students who enter WWPHS any time after September 30 of their 10th grade year. These students will be held to the NJDOE one year World Language requirement. Shared time students who attend Vocational-Technical School for part of the day during their 11th and 12th grade years will be held to the one year World Language requirement. Individual students with disabilities who have irresolvable scheduling conflicts would need to fulfill the one year World Language requirement. LEP students who demonstrate proficiency in their native language, or another language, would be exempt. LEP students who take an additional English or English as a Second Language (ESL) class may use that second English class to fulfill the requirement. #21st Century Life and Careers, or Career-Technical Education: We may count all courses in the Life Skills Dept.; all courses in the Business/Computer Dept. with the exception of AP Computer Science A & B and Graphic Computer Applications I & II.; Senior Option, International Business and Cultures; IPLE; Economics/Social Problems; Fundamentals of Sports Medicine; Broadcast Writing; Advanced Broadcast Writing; TV Production; Journalism; Advanced Journalism Honors; or Vocational Technical Education. Also, related offerings within the Program of Studies which are certified by the principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii may be used to fulfill this requirement.

COLLEGE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum graduation requirements should not be confused with college admission requirements. The general rule of thumb for most four-year colleges is that applicants should have completed a minimum of 16 Academic Units upon graduation. Normally, Academic Units are considered to be full year courses in college preparatory Math, Science, English, Social Studies and World Language. WWPHS North and South courses, which count as academic units, depend upon the discretion of each individual college admissions department. Good grades in quality courses will enhance admission chances. Admission to colleges and universities varies from easy to extremely competitive. Families should familiarize themselves with the various types of colleges and the degree of difficulty for admission.

COURSE WORK TAKEN PRIOR TO HIGH SCHOOL

High school level courses taken prior to grade 9 may be used to meet prerequisites or advancement in a particular subject area. However, because graduation credit requirements may only be met by courses taken in grades 9-12, high school level courses taken prior to grade 9 are not included in GPA or credits earned, nor are they listed on the high school transcript. Grade 9 begins upon graduation from grade 8.

GRADE LEVEL PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS

In order for a student to be promoted to the next grade level, they must have successfully completed a required amount of credits during the school year (September through August). These minimums coincide with eligibility requirements. 9th to 10th grade: 27.5 Credits 10th to 11th grade: 55.0 Credits 11th to 12th grade: 82.5 Credits This is for graduation and eligibility tracking purposes only. It will not affect the students ability to participate in other grade level determined social activities.

ATHLETIC & CO-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY

The board of education recognizes the primary responsibility of the school system is to educate all students to the maximum levels possible. Although the academic program has first priority, student activities are an important part of the total learning experience. The Board of Education, therefore, has an obligation to provide an opportunity for students to par-

ticipate in a full range of activities, while ensuring that the students academic progress is sufficient to support this participation. School activities are defined as: All interscholastic athletic teams All non-athletic co-curricular activities Any student who wishes to compete in interscholastic sports must meet the minimum credit requirements established by the New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA). WWPHS North and South will also follow this policy for co-curricular activities. Eligibility for activities will be determined on a semester-by-semester basis. A student must have passed 27.5 credits in the previous year to be eligible for participation in activities offered in the fall and /or winter. Students who have not attained the required 27.5 credits at the end of the regular school year may attend an approved summer program in order to gain credits for fall/winter eligibility. To be eligible for activities offered in the spring a student must be passing 13.75 credits at the conclusion of the fall semester. For full year courses, one half of the full years credit is allocated to the first semester. Spring eligibility credit allocation is determined by looking at the fall cumulative semester grades issued by the teachers.

COURSE CHANGES
Please note that acceptable reasons for changing a course are as follows: a. Failures which prohibit progress to the next sequential course b. Successful summer school attendance which allows progress to the next sequential course c. Data processing error d. Seniors who need a course to fulfill a graduation requirement e. An extenuating circumstance as reviewed by the students teacher, department supervisor, counselor, and a building administrator to decide if a change is warranted f. A course level change as reviewed by the students teacher, department supervisor, counselor, and a building administrator to decide if a change is warranted g. To deal with a documented history of student/teacher/family conflict h. To honor, where possible, a students original course selection requests If you have an acceptable reason to change a course, please complete a drop/add form in the guidance office with a brief explanation of your case and which item (a, b, c, d, e, f, g or h) applies. Be sure to include the students name, identification number and the courses you wish to add/drop. Please note that there must be an open seat in the requested course in order for the change to be initiated and that maintaining acceptable class sizes is a priority. The deadline to change any full year or first semester course is September 30th. Second semester elective changes may be made no later than the fourth week of the 2nd semester. In addition, the student is responsible for any missed work. Grades follow the student when he/she makes a course change, with due consideration given to the weight of that grade.

COURSE WITHDRAWALS
Students may elect to withdraw from a course within the timeline listed below: Year Courses - No earlier than two weeks after the start of the course and no later than February 1. Semester Courses - No earlier than two weeks after the start of the course and no later than the last day of the 1st or 3rd marking periods. Quarter - No earlier than two weeks after the start of the course and no later than the fifth week of that quarter.

EFFECT OF WITHDRAWAL ON PERMANENT RECORD

1. A student who elects to withdraw from a year course at anytime up to November 30th is to be re-

moved from the class roster. No record of this withdrawal shall appear on the students permanent transcript. 2. A student who elects to withdraw from a year course at anytime after November 30th is to be removed from the class roster. A record of WP or WF is to be maintained throughout the remainder of the year and recorded on the students permanent transcript. 3. A student who elects to withdraw from a fall semester course at anytime prior to the last day of the 1st marking period is to be removed from the class roster. No record of this withdrawal shall appear on the students permanent transcript. 4. A student who elects to withdraw from a spring semester course at anytime prior to the last day of the 3rd marking period is to be removed from the class roster. No record of this withdrawal shall appear on the students permanent transcript.

TEST RETURN PROCEDURE

Students are permitted to take home all evaluations including tests, quizzes, papers and projects. Copies of mid-term and final evaluations are exceptions although a parent/guardian may make an appointment to review and discuss such assessments with the teacher.

GRADING SYSTEM
The following symbols are used to represent grades: A 90-100 (excellent) M Medical (PE only) B 80-89 (above average) WP Withdrew Passing C 70-79 (average) WF Withdrew Failing D 60-69 (passing) I Incomplete F 0 - 59 (failing) P Passing *Grade-credit lost due to attendance Any grades given will be based on evidence recorded in the class record book kept by the teacher.

SENIOR FINAL EXAMINATION EXEMPTION

A senior will be exempt from final examinations in courses in which he/she maintains an A average for the year, as well as for the fourth marking period.

REPORT CARDS
Grades are available online any time through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Parents are encouraged to monitor their childs progress throughout the year.

PROCESS FOR RESOLVING INCOMPLETE GRADES

An incomplete grade (I) is assigned only when work has not been completed during a marking period due to extensive illness or a reason beyond the students control. The student must complete the course work to remove the incomplete grade during the following marking period. If the course work is not completed within the allotted time, teachers are to determine grades by considering both the work completed and the work not finished. 1. A grade of Incomplete (I) will be given only when there is just cause, e.g., work missing due to absence or illness. Otherwise, students are expected to submit work on time. While it is permissible to accept work that is late, students are expected to complete all work prior to the end of the marking period. 2. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, students are expected to resolve incompletes no later than ten school days after the close of the marking period. Unresolved Is will be automatically turned into the earned grade after 10 days. If an extension is sought, a request must go through the

subject supervisor. 3. Students must be informed by the last day of the marking period if they will be receiving an incomplete. At that time they will be made aware of the ten-day requirement. 4. Faculty members are discouraged from giving a grade of incomplete at mid-year for seniors. Incomplete grades can work to the students detriment when applying for college admissions.

REVIEW FOR CREDIT/SUMMER SCHOOL

Any student attending West Windsor Plainsboro High School North and South who receives an F in a West Windsor Plainsboro High School North or South course taken during the regular school year receives ZERO credits towards graduation for that course. Students who need the course, or want to earn the credits lost by failing a course during the regular school year, may opt to: a. Repeat the course during a future regular school year. b. Enroll in a summer school program approved by West Windsor Plainsboro High School North or South. Summer school forms can be obtained in the Guidance Office, via the Internet or through the summer school office of another participating school district. Credit may be earned in the summer for a maximum of two courses. If there are extenuating circumstances and a cogent case can be made by a parent/guardian in application to the Principals Advisory Committee, a third course may be taken for credit only with the approval of the Principal. A student must be enrolled for a minimum of 60 hours for a five-credit review course (a course originally failed). Review courses require 12 hours per credit. A pass/fail grade will be recorded resulting in no adjustment to the students GPA. The appropriate credits will be awarded to those who successfully complete the course work. The original failing grade will be maintained on the students permanent record.

NON-TRADITIONAL COURSE WORK OPTIONS

Students who have taken course work for credit outside of WWPHS and have obtained credit to be listed on the WWPHS transcript, may not take the WWPHS equivalent course for credit.

OUTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE WORK FOR ADDITIONAL HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT
Several stipulations exist for students wishing to complete high school course work in an academic setting other than WWPHS North and South to receive high school credits: a. Course application and proficiencies must be reviewed and approved by the Principal, in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee, prior to the first instructional meeting of the course. The Committee will meet on or about the 15th of each month. Requests must be received by the 1st day of the month prior to the start of the course. Requests for summer course must be received by June 1. b. The course must be from an accredited institution. The accreditation must be from a United States Department of Education recognized national, regional, specialized, and/or professional accrediting organization, or be approved by the Principal in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee, or be certified by the Principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii. c. WWPHS North or South must receive an official transcript clearly showing successful completion of the course work. d. Upon successful completion of the WW-P assessment, high school credits and grade may be awarded based on the number of instructional hours per week or by certification by the Principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii and posted on the permanent record card. e. Distance Learning courses may be taken only if pre-approved as outlined in the stipulations

f.

above. The course must be from an accredited institution. The accreditation must be from a United States Department of Education recognized national, regional, specialized, and/or professional accrediting organization such as The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council; or be approved by the Principal in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee; or be certified by the Principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii. Private tutoring for advancing credit is not acceptable unless certified by the Principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii.

ADVANCING A COURSE LEVEL

A student may advance a course level in a given sequence of courses (i.e., world language, mathematics) with the understanding that: a. Course application and proficiencies must be reviewed and approved by the Principal, in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee, prior to the first instructional meeting of the course. The Committee will meet on or about the 15th of each month. Requests must be received by the 1st day of the month prior to the start of the course. Requests for summer course work must be received by June 1. b. The student takes an approved 120-hour advancing credit course in the level being bypassed or the course is certified by the Principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii. c. If this option is selected during grades 9 through 12, the student will receive grade and credit for course work completed subject to stipulations a through f above. Grade 9 begins upon graduation from grade 8. Students may not be granted permission to move ahead to the next level unless they take the WWPHS final exam in the bypassed course and achieve a mastery score established by the department supervisor. Note on Princeton University coursework: Princeton University provides WWPHS students with the opportunity to take their courses as a courtesy. The intent is to offer courses to a limited number of exceptional students who meet their criteria and follow the application procedures. Students must have completed all courses that WWPHS has to offer in the subject they are applying to take at Princeton. Princeton University has made it clear they will not allow our students to circumvent that rule by taking outside coursework. Therefore, PU will not accept a WWPHS student who has accelerated past the last course in the WWPHS curricular sequence by taking outside coursework. High school students may take courses at Princeton only in the following areas: mathematics, science (biology, chemistry and physics), world language, computers, and music. High school students who wish to take a course in mathematics, French, Spanish, German, biology, physics, chemistry, or computer science must take the AP test or the SAT II in the subject. To be admitted into the program, the applicant must have 3.5 GPA or better, earn an A- or better in every course offered at our high school in the subject for which they are applying, achieve a 4 or 5 on the AP exam or 700 or above on the SAT Subject Test.

COLLEGE COURSE WORK FOR HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT

High school students may choose to pursue opportunities to enroll in college level work. Completed course work in an accredited college/university to receive high school credits must meet the following stipulations: a. Course application and proficiencies must be reviewed and approved by the Principal, in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee, prior to the first instructional meeting of the course. The Committee will meet on or about the 15th of each month. Requests must be received by the 1st day of the month prior to the start of the course. Requests for summer coursework must be received by June 1. b. The college course taken must be the same college course offered to regularly admitted college students and must be taught by college faculty with academic rank or adjunct faculty who has a minimum of a masters degree. c. College distance learning courses may be taken only if pre-approved as outlined in the stipulations

above. The course must be from an accredited institution. The accreditation must be from a Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) participating organization and be recognized by the United States Department of Education as a national, regional, specialized, and/or professional accrediting organization. d. WWPHS North or South must receive an official transcript clearly showing successful completion of the course work. e. Upon successful completion of the WW-P assessment, high school credits and grade may be awarded based on the transcript received from the college, or by the number of instructional hours per week, or by certification by the Principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii, and posted on the permanent record card.

COLLEGE COURSE WORK FOR THE ALTERNATE GRADUATION OPTION

College courses can be taken at any accredited college or university and be applied towards the new NJDOE endorsed alternate graduation option as outlined in N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.2 which states that starting in the 2002-2003 academic year, district boards of education shall award a State-endorsed high school diploma to any individual who: a. Has performed at a proficient or advanced proficient level of achievement in all sections of the HSPA; b. Has presented official transcripts showing at least 30 general education credits leading to a degree at an accredited institution of higher education; and c. Has, if a student is currently enrolled in a public school, formally requested such early award of a State-endorsed high school diploma. A written request will be submitted to, and approved by, the Principal in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee. This should occur prior to the first instructional meeting of the program. The Committee will meet on or about the 15th of each month. Requests must be received by the 1st day of the month prior to the start of the course work. Credit attained via N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.2 will be reflected on the high school transcript. If the student elects, at a later date, to go the traditional graduation route, the college courses taken will be reviewed for application towards the high school graduation requirements. These will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Principal, in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee. If students do receive high school credit for college/university courses taken, they may not use that course to jump a level in a WWPHS curricular sequence unless they take the WWPHS final exam in the bypassed course and achieve a mastery score established by the department supervisor.

RECORDING OF NON-TRADITIONAL COURSEWORK ON THE WWPHS PERMANENT RECORD (TRANSCRIPT)

Students who have pursued non-traditional options for completing course work outside the parameters of the academic day, which have been approved for high school credit, will have said coursework listed on the high school transcript. The transcript will denote: 1. Name of course; 2. Institution school/college/university where the coursework was taken; 3. Grade issued by the institution (WWPHS equivalent); 4. Credit issued by institution (at a maximum rate of 35 hours per credit) or as certified by the principal under 6A:8-5.1(a)1.ii. 5. Coursework will not count towards WGPA or GPA unless there is a formal articulation agreement between that institution and WWPHS. Students who have taken course work for credit outside of WWPHS and have obtained credit to be

listed on the WWPHS transcripts, may not take the WWPHS equivalent course for credit.

ROUTES FOR OBTAINING A STATE ENDORSED HS DIPLOMA

1. Traditional Route 120 Credits in Four Years. 2. Traditional Route Early Graduation Option. * (Fulfill the traditional 120-credit graduation requirement in 3 years rather than 4.) 3. Traditional Route Early Departure Option. Withdraw from high school early if accepted into college without a high school diploma. Students could then apply college credit back in order to fulfill the traditional 120-credit requirement. The diploma would be received after proof of college course work is received and verified by the Director or Lead Counselor and Principal if certification is required. 4. As per the January 2004 amendment to N.J.A.C. 6A:8-5.1 (a) 1, under option 2, the Board of Education is empowered to use performance or competency assessment to approve, as fulfilling requirements for high school graduation, the completion of educational programs or activities occurring all or in part before students enroll in high school. 5. Alternate Route 30 College Credits Option: In the case of any early graduation route, candidates must apply in writing to the Principal in conjunction with the Principals Advisory Committee. This should occur prior to the first instructional meeting of the program. The Committee will meet on or about the 15th of each month. Requests must be received by the 1st day of the month prior to the start of the course work. Candidates should provide rationale for their request and consult with their counselor. 6. GED. Withdraw and obtain a passing score on the General Educational Development (GED) test if 16 or older and no longer enrolled in school (6:30-1.3(a)1). GEDs can be obtained via adult or night school.

WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL

A student who is withdrawing from school for any reason must do the following: 1. Obtain the Withdraw from School Form. 2. Return all books and equipment to the appropriate teachers who will initial the withdrawal form. 3. Return the withdrawal form initialed and signed by a parent or guardian to the guidance office.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS

Adolescence is a time of growth change, and experimentation. Many students test the system at home and school. They often attempt to assert their independence through changes in dress, testing of authority, and substance experimentation use and abuse. Adolescents need a supportive environment in which to blossom, one that allows for some independence within the limits of what is safe and responsible. Parents need to take a firm stand against alcohol/drug use by their children. They should be knowledgeable about alcohol and drugs as well as the signs of use. It is difficult for parents, who suspect his /her child of using, yet the sooner a problem is identified, the better chance there is to remedy it. Parents should remember that there are people within the school setting to support both you and your children. Guidance counselors and the Substance Awareness Coordinator are available to help and answer any questions you may have.

POSSIBLE SIGNS OF DRUG USE

decline in quality of work/grade earned. increased absenteeism or tardiness.

lack of motivation/effort. changes in friends. drug related literature/clothing. changes in appearance.

SUPPORT GROUPS
Parents Anonymous ........................................................................................................ (800) 843-5437 Narcotics Anonymous ..................................................................................................... (800) 992-0401 Alcoholics Anonymous ................................................................................................... (609) 656-8900 Alateen/Alanon ................................................................................................................ (856) 547-0855

COUNSELING AGENCIES
Corner House .................................................................................................................. (609) 924-8018 Youth Emergency Services........................................................................ (609) 396-6722 (Mercer Co.) Childrens Crisis Intervention(Emerg.) .................................................. (732) 235-5705 (Middlesex Co.) NJ Youth Helpline, 2ND FLOOR .............................................. www.2NDFLOOR.org or (888) 222-2228 University Behavioral Health Care (outpatient) ............................................................... (800) 969-5900 Information on other agencies and individual therapists is available through the Student Assistance Counselor, the guidance counselors, or the school nurse.

VIOLENCE PREVENTION - EARLY WARNING SIGNS

It is not always possible to predict behavior that will lead to violence. However, educators, parents and students--can recognize certain early warning signs. In some situations and for some youth, different combinations of events, behaviors, and emotions may lead to aggressive rage or violent behavior toward self or others. A good rule of thumb is to assume that these warning signs, especially when they are presented in combination, indicate a need for further analysis to determine an appropriate intervention. We know from research that most children who become violent toward self or others feel rejected and psychologically victimized. In most cases, children exhibit aggressive behavior early in life and, if not provided support, will continue a progressive developmental pattern toward severe aggression or violence. However, research also shows that when children have a positive, meaningful connection to an adultwhether it be at home, in school, or in the community--the potential for violence is reduced significantly. None of these signs alone is sufficient for predicting aggression and violence. Moreover, it is inappropriate--and potentially harmful--to use the early warning signs as a checklist against which to match individual children. Rather, the early warning signs are offered only as an aid in identifying and referring children who may need help. School communities must ensure that staff and students only use the early warning signs for identification and referral purposes-only trained professionals should make diagnoses in consultation with the childs parents or guardian. The following early warning signs are presented with the following qualifications: They are not equally significant and they are not presented in order of seriousness. The early warning signs include: Social withdrawal. Excessive feelings of isolation and being alone. Excessive feelings of rejection. Being a victim of violence.

Feelings of being picked on and persecuted. Low school interest and poor academic performance. Expression of violence in writings and drawings. Uncontrolled anger. Patterns of impulsive and chronic hitting, intimidating, and bullying behaviors. History of discipline problems. Past history of violent and aggressive behavior. Intolerance for differences and prejudicial attitudes. Drug use and alcohol use. Affiliation with gangs. Inappropriate access to, possession of, and use of firearms. Serious threats of violence.

IDENTIFYING AND RESPONDING TO IMMINENT WARNING SIGNS

Unlike early warning signs, imminent warning signs indicate that a student is very close to behaving in a way that is potentially dangerous to self and/or to others. Imminent warning signs require an immediate response. No single warning sign can predict that a dangerous act will occur. Rather, imminent warning signs usually are presented as a sequence of overt, serious, hostile behaviors or threats directed at peers, staff, or other individuals. Usually, imminent warning signs are evident to more than one staff member--as well as to the childs family. Imminent warning signs may include: Serious physical fighting with peers or family members. Severe destruction of property. Severe rage for seemingly minor reasons. Detailed threats of lethal violence. Possession and/or use of firearms and other weapons. Other self-injurious behaviors or threats of suicide. When warning signs indicate that danger is imminent, safety must always be the first and foremost consideration. Action must be taken immediately. Immediate intervention by school authorities and possibly law enforcement officers is needed when a child: Has presented a detailed plan (time, place, method) to harm or kill others-particularly if the child has a history of aggression or has attempted to carry out threats in the past. Is carrying a weapon, particularly a firearm, and has threatened to use it. In situations where students present other threatening behaviors, parents will be informed of the concerns. School officials also have the responsibility to seek assistance where appropriate from agencies, such as child and family services and community mental health.

HEALTH SERVICES
ACCIDENT INSURANCE - STUDENT
An insurance program approved by the board of education is open to all students. Those choosing to participate in the insurance program may do so if they desire. An insurance brochure is

available that explains plan -1- (24 hour protection) and plan-2- (at school protection). The insurance forms are distributed at the beginning of each school year. It is strongly advised that you take advantage of this purchase, especially if you do not have any other medical insurance coverage.

ATHLETIC-RELATED ACCIDENTS
1. The West Windsor-Plainsboro Board of Education purchases insurance for interscholastic sports (sports competition with other school districts). This policy insures students who receive injuries during athletic practices and games. This plan, however, pays with restrictions only what the students family insurance does not cover. 2. When processing a claim all charges must be submitted to the familys basic and major medical carriers first. If the medical coverage is an HMO or a similar plan, those rules for obtaining benefits must be followed. 3. Upon report of a students accident to the nurse, insurance forms are sent to the parents/guardian. Additional information for submitting insurance and explanation of benefits will be included. Questions regarding accident insurance coverage should be directed to Larry LoCastro, Assistant Business Administrator at 716-5000.

EMERGENCY HEALTH CARDS

The school provides an environment in which the student will be safe from accidents. If an accident or sudden illness occurs, first aid will be administered and the students parent notified. The school physician or nurse will give no care beyond first aid. For this reason, it is important to have emergency numbers to call when parents are not available. These cards should be updated when emergency information changes.

HEALTH SCREENINGS
Preventive health screening for students include: 1. Height, weight and Blood Pressure - Grades 9 - 12 2. Vision Screening - Grade 10 3. Audiological Screening Grade 11 4. Tuberculosis testing - New students as mandated by law 5. Scoliosis screening - Grades 9 and 11 All new students will be screened for the above. Notices will be sent home to parents if further medical evaluation is needed.

IMMUNIZATIONS
If a 9-12 grade students health record indicates a need for updated immunizations, a letter will be sent home to parents indicating the deficiencies.

MEDICATIONS
Medications must be administered by the school nurse. A student may not carry any medication on their person and may not store any medication in lockers. A student may only self administer medication for a life threatening condition such as asthma or severe allergic reactions. Below are the guidelines: A prescription form for the administration of medication must be completed by the students physician and parent. Written renewal is required each school year.

Medication must be submitted to the school nurse in the original, appropriately labeled container by the pharmacist. Self medication for a life threatening condition must be authorized by the students physician and approved by the parent. A prescription form for the administration of medication must be completed. When an inhaler is necessary, the student must demonstrate to the school nurse appropriate knowledge and use of the inhaler. The inhaler must be carried on the students person at all times. As with other medications, inhalers may not be stored in a locker. Self administration privileges will be suspended if the student does not demonstrate responsible and proper use of the medication responsibly. Upon self medication of a prescribed medication, the student must report to the school nurse during the day to monitor the efficacy of the medication. Upon the administration of a medication (i.e. adrenalin) for a life threatening episode (i.e. anaphylactic reaction), further medical attention by a physician is required.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION EXCUSES

A parents note must be submitted to the nurses office before school. Parents excuses are accepted for 1-3 days. A doctors note is required for a prolonged period.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION FOR SPORTS

Any student wishing to participate in interscholastic athletics must have a physical examination by his/her parents physician each year. A private physical form may be obtained from the Nurses office and must be completed and signed by the physician. This form must be returned to the nurses office 24 hours before the sport begins. A permission slip and packet is required for each sport during the school year. Parent/guardian and student, must sign the packet forms.

PROCEDURES FOR RESOLVING COMPLAINTS ABOUT CONDUCT OF AND/OR DECISIONS MADE BY SCHOOL EMPLOYEES
The Board values appropriate ways to resolve complaints about the conduct of and/or decisions made by school employees. Although the Board is prepared to be informed about and review constructive criticism about its employees, it believes it is important that every reasonable effort be made to resolve disputes between employees and the complaining party at the lowest possible level. Parents and/or community members who wish to pursue complaints regarding the conduct of or decisions made by employees may obtain a copy of the procedure and necessary forms in the main office of each school.

LIBRARY SERVICES/CODE OF CONDUCT

The environment of the library is open and informal. This area will be maintained as an orderly and academic area for quiet browsing, reading, inquiry, researching, and critical thinking. Proper conduct involves courtesy, respect, and responsibility. Specific rules are posted in the Library.

CIRCULATION OF LIBRARY MATERIALS

Books: Magazines: Non-reference books circulate for three weeks. A book may be renewed if no one has requested it. Magazines circulate for three days.

Pamphlets: Pamphlets circulate for three days. Newspapers: Available for use only in the library. The M.L.A. style manual is the recommended format for ALL research projects. Noodle Tools www.noodletools.com User name wwphsnorth Password knights Wilson Web http://vnweb.hwwilsonweb.com/hww/jumpstart.jhtml User name- wwphs Password - knights Britannica On-Line http://school.eb.com User name plainsboronorth Password bol Proquest Historical Newspapers http://proquest.umi.com/pqdweb User name 84BHMF79WN Password WELCOME Sirs Knowledge Source http://SKS.Sirs.com User name nj2716h Password 08536 Ebsco Host http://search.epnet.com/login.asp UserName- CJRLC141 Password- CJRLC 141 Gale Resource Center http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/plai16969 User name- plai16969 Password plai_rpa Gale Virtual Reference Library E-book Collection http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/wwphsn_ca Password: violet CQ Researcher

http://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher User name: wwphs Password: knights ABC Clio User name: 124388students Password: 124388student World Geography http://www.worldgeography.abc-clio.com World Historyhttp://www.worldhistory.abc-clio.com American History- http://www.Americanhistory.abc-clio.com Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia http://go.grolier.com User name- wwphsn Password- knights Encylopedia Americana http://go.grolier.com User name- wwphsn Password- knights Nettrekker http://school.nettrekker.com User name-wwphsn Password- wwp01 Congressional Quarterly Researcher http://library.cqpress.com/cqresearcher UserID wwphss Password - wwphss EBSCOhost http://search.epnet.com/login.asp User ID - cjrlc117 Password - cjrlc117 Facts on File http://www.fofweb.com/subscription User ID wwphss Password - pirate

GALENET Student Resource Center Silver, , Virtual Reference Library (no user name) http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/prin24068 Password - wwphss Grove Art Online http://www.oxfordartonline.com User ID wwphss Password wwphss Grove Music Online http://www.oxfordmusiconline.com User ID wwphss Password wwphss Issues and Controversies on File http://www.fofweb.com/subscription User ID wwphss Password- pirate netTrekker http://www.nettrekker.com User ID wwphss Password wwp01 NoodleBib (case sensitive) http://www.noodletools.com User ID WWPHSS Password Pirate Oxford English Dictionary http://www.oed.com User ID wwphss Password wwphss Proquest Historical Newspapers http://www.proquestk12.com/ myproducts User ID - wwphss Password pirate

SIRS Researcher Web http://www.proquestk12.com/ myproducts User ID - wwphss Password pirate Social Studies ABC-CLIO http://www.socialstudies.abc-clio.com UserID wwphss Password- wwphss Includes American Government, American History, World History, World Geography Turnitin.com http://www.turnitin.com United Streaming (for students) http://www.unitedstreaming.com User ID hss_pirates Password pirates Wilson Biographies http://hwwilsonweb.com UserID - wwphss Password - wwphss