Student/Parent Handbook

General Policy ∗ Academic Policy ∗ Rules of Conduct

2015 - 2016

ALL STUDENTS MUST CARRY THIS HANDBOOK AT ALL

TIMES.

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Advisory: _____
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION
Mission Statement 5
Parent-School Relations 6
Nondiscriminatory Policy 7
Communication 8
Effective Methods of Communications 8
Change of Address or Phone Number 8
Documentation for Dismissal 9
School Hours 10
Late Arrival 10
Attendance 11
Truancy 13
Uniform Policy 13
General Uniform Guidelines 14
Young Women Uniform 17
Young Men Uniform 19
Possession of Money 21
Detentions 21
Emergency Safety Procedures 21
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Fire Drills 21
Inclement Weather 22
Visitors and Security 23
Transportation 25
Parking Regulations 25
No Smoking Policy 25
Distribution of Literature 26
Cafeteria/Free Lunch Program 26
Health Concerns 27
Support Services 27
Walk Out Policy 28
Baby Room Services 28
Withdraw from school 29
Computer Lab/Carts 29
Special Events 32
Field Trips 32
Prom 33
End of Module Trip/85ers Club 34
Move Up Day 34
“Zero Day” 34

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ACADEMIC POLICY
Academic Integrity 35
Plagiarism 35
Module System 35
Grading Policy 36
Graduation Requirements 40
Senior Project 40
“Walking Privileges” 40
Independent Credit Recovery Packets 41

CODE OF CONDUCT
Rules of Conduct 43
Rule of Conduct 43
Level 1 Offenses and Corrective Actions 45
Level 2 Offenses and Corrective Actions 53
Level 3 Offenses and Corrective Actions 59
Non Suspension 60
Suspension 62
Expulsion 62
Appeal Process 62
Contact Information 63

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APPENDIX NEED ITEMS
FERPA Notice Regarding Student Records
OBRCHS Acceptable Computer Use Policy
OBRCHS Cell Phone Policy
OBRCHS Visitor Policy
Faculty/Staff Directory
Academic School Calendar
Bell Schedule
Graduation Plan
Student/Parent Handbook Signature Receipt

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 Our Mission Statement
The mission of One Bright Ray Community High School, an
independent, accelerated school, is to provide a quality education to
urban, over-aged and under-credited students in search of a positive
school experience while earning their High School diploma. Our
students come from widely diverse backgrounds including those that
have struggled with academics and attendance and have not found
success at other educational institutions.

Every aspect of One Bright Ray CHS takes into consideration the unique
needs, abilities, talents, and challenges of our students. Our intimate and
highly supportive school environment provides an opportunity to
experience high school free of negative labels.

Our success relies on trusting, caring, and mutually respectful

relationships between adults, young people, and their families. We
create a safe environment, free from violence, abuse and intimidation
through a framework of adult leadership and restorative practices. Using
the One Bright Ray CHS accelerated project-based learning curriculum,
we challenge each student to explore his/her personal and academic
potential as a citizen in an evolving democracy and an ever-changing
world.

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 ONE BRIGHT RAY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
General Information
 PARENT-SCHOOL RELATIONS

One Bright Ray Community High School is based firmly on the belief in
shared responsibility. Participants: (children, parents, teachers,
administration, and support staff) constitute a family. Every effort
should be made to keep open lines of communication and work out
differences in a loving, caring atmosphere. The focus of our vocation is
the child and he/she is the primary consideration. Educating the whole
child requires the cooperation and good will of all in the community.
Anything less is detrimental to both the individual child and the school
at large. Therefore, each group must respect the others’ professionalism,
good will, and expertise.
Parents desiring a conference with teachers, specialists, or
administration should call the office or request in writing in advance.
The school recognizes that parents know and love their children. We
want to give parents our undivided and informed attention. This can be
done best by giving our staff enough time to look up records in their
possession and those located in other offices to give the insight and
depth needed in an informative discussion.
Administration will also notify parents by letter or by phone should
they require a conference to discuss a student’s progress. In general,
teachers do not schedule conferences during school hours.
THE FOLLOWING DEFINITIONS APPLY:
Student: a person, adult or minor, enrolled in a One Bright Ray
Community High School.
Parent: legal care-giver of a minor child or court-appointed guardian,
including DHS workers and/or group home employees as identified at
time of admission or amended in writing thereafter; or an emancipated
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minor (DHS/court proof required); For young adult student, ages 18-22:
parent, etc., with whom student lives; For married and independent adult
students ages 18-22 and for all students 21 years old or above, the
student him/herself.
Married: The legal spouse of a student, as expressed in a marriage
certificate of any state, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or sovereign
nation.

NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY

OUR SCHOOL ADMITS STUDENTS OF ANY RACE, COLOR,

GENDER, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL AND ETHNIC
ORIGIN TO ALL THE RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES, PROGRAMS, AND
ACTIVITIES GENERALLY ACCORDED OR MADE AVAILABLE
TO STUDENTS AT OUR SCHOOL. SIMILAR POLICIES APPLY
TO THE SCHOOL STAFF. OUR SCHOOL DOES NOT
DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, GENDER,
SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL AND ETHNIC ORIGIN IN
THE ADMINISTRATION OF ITS EDUCATIONAL POLICIES, ITS
ADMISSION POLICIES, OR IN ANY ASCHOOL ADMINSTERED
PROGRAM.

COMMUNICATIONS
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The following methods of communication are utilized under One Bright
Ray Community High School between parent/guardian, students and
school.
www.onebrightraycommunity.org
SCHOOL TO HOME
 Monthly and annual calendars
 Report cards: 5 times a year
 Biweekly Mid-Module reports
 Student and grades via student portal
 Letters and school conferences with teachers, specialists,
administration
 Telephone

HOME TO SCHOOL
 Telephone contact for all absences
 Official notes for all absences
 Arrangements for early dismissal
 Telephone or letter requesting telephone or school
conferences

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION METHODS

Change of Contact Information (Address, phone number, etc.)

Please inform the Attendance Officer in writing as soon as possible if
you have a change of address, home phone number or work number. All
records will be changed accordingly. Two accurate emergency numbers
should always be on file in the office for your child’s protection.
Change of Information Forms are available in the school office and a
copy of a utility bill with the parent/guardian’s name on it must be
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attached. Please note, all phone numbers, including emergency contacts,
will be utilized to establish contact with parent\guardians as necessary
including for absences.

Documentation for Dismissal

Students are not permitted to leave school during school hours due to
sickness, appointments, or any reason without the permission of the
school administration. When an emergency makes it necessary for a
child to leave before dismissal, the student’s parent or guardian is
required to send a written request stating the reason why the dismissal is
needed, if applicable attach the appointment card. Telephone calls are
insufficient. Students are to submit the parent or guardian’s written
request with contact information for verification to the Receptionist
upon arrival. Students must have the administrator approval sign off
sheet complete and returned to receptionist prior to exiting the school
building. If a student leaves without permission or without proper
paperwork complete, student will receive consequences accordingly.
Any student that returns to school after an early dismissal for an
appointment must have a note from their appointment.
All students are strongly encouraged to make appointments after
dismissal or on Wednesdays after afternoons after dismissal. If a student
is sick during school hours a parent or legal guardian will be notified by
the school and can pick up the child. All students are required to sign in
during prior to advisory with Student Services at beginning of their
school day.

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 SCHOOL HOURS
Students who walk, take public transportation, or are driven to school
should report between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. School doors open at 7:15
a.m. Advisory begins at 7:50 am. Advisory is primarily a time to take
attendance, announcements and begin to warm up for academic school
day. Students are to report to advisory at 7:50 a.m. and must be present
and in their seats by 7:50 a.m. First period begins at 8:00 a.m. Students
who are late must receive an admission slip from the Student Services
personnel before going to the classroom. A pattern of lateness is
detrimental to a student who wants to be successful. If such a pattern
develops then the time missed will have to be made up. Students with
excused lateness must provide official documentation.
AT 7:50 a.m. STUDENTS ARE LATE!
Modified Scheduled Arrivals
Students who have a modified scheduled due to credits, course offering
or individual circumstances, are required to report to school 15 minutes
prior to their scheduled class time. Student must sign in with Students
Services and if prior to 3rd period students can receive breakfast. If
student arrives after their scheduled start time, the late policy will apply
and student will earn consequence accordingly.
Late Arrival
One late arrival in a week will constitute a warning. Two late arrivals in
the same week will result in a detention, which must be served on the
day of the second lateness. If a student does not serve a detention once
issued, the detention will be doubled. The student must serve both
detentions after accumulating two or more detentions or risk disciplinary
action from the school.

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Excessive Lateness
Students who arrive to school 1 (one) hour after the start of first period
are considered excessively late (9:00 a.m.). A call will be made to the
parents of an excessively late students, regardless of student’s age.
Students will receive a detention each time he/she is excessively late. A
pattern of chronic lateness will result in further disciplinary action. After
three (3) excessive lates the student will receive a parent conference.
After five (5) excessive lates the student will face disciplinary action
from the school.
Students are encouraged to call the school when they are running late.
The schools phone number can be found on the back of the student ID.
However, consequences are still given.
Dismissal
The school day ends at 2:38 p.m. on Monday, Tuesdays, Thursday and
Fridays at the Simpson and Elmwood Campus and 2:48 p.m. at the
Fairhill Campus. School dismisses at 12:05 p.m. each Wednesday. An
additional period is offered to all students for tutoring and make up
work. Tutoring time period will begin immediately at dismissal until
3:45 p.m. The school building closes at 4:00 p.m.
Attendance
A student who has been absent from school is required by school policy
and Pennsylvania law to bring written documentation, on official
letterhead, stating the reason for his/her absence. An alternative is to
have the attending physician fax a notification to the school. Students
must submit absence documents within three (3) school days of the
absence. Parents are expected to contact Student Services personnel by
phone each day the child is absent. Your call to us will save time and
help protect you and your child. If your child is absent and we do not
hear from you, we will do our best to contact you. It is vital that we
have more than one phone number to contact parents during the school
day. For absences that extend beyond three days both a doctor’s
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certificate and Principal’s approval are required. After 10 or more
unexcused absences, students are placed on the drop list.
One Bright Ray Community High School holds the following policy
regarding excused and unexcused absences.
A student’s absence will be excused only if the student brings in a note,
on official letterhead, from their appointment within three (3) school
days of the absence. The following are examples of excused absences
from school:
 Scheduled medical appointments (doctor, dental, therapy)
 Scheduled court appearances/probation & parole meetings
 Scheduled WIC/Welfare appointments
 Funeral
Any student bringing in a note after three (3) school days; the absence
remains unexcused. Notes written by parents requesting that the absence
be excused are not accepted; therefore, the absence is unexcused.
Handwritten notes i.e. on business cards, index cards, lined paper, etc.
will not be accepted. All notes must be on letterhead from the
designated appointment. All notes are required to have the following
information:
 Telephone number
 Date of appointment
 Time of appointment
 Designated signature required
Students are required to report to school before their scheduled
afternoon appointment or after their morning appointment. Every effort
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should be made to make all appointments on Wednesdays after
dismissal.
Compulsory school attendance age is that period of a child's life from
the time the child's parents or guardians elect to have them enter school,
which shall not be later than at the age of eight (8) years, until the age of
seventeen (17) years.
Truancy
Not reporting to school or leaving school during school hours without
school authorization or absence from school other than those defined as
legally excused. Truancy may be categorized as unexcused or illegal
absences. Unlawful absences of a child of compulsory school age
without justifiable reason shall constitute an illegal absence. When a
child beyond compulsory school age (8-17 years) is absent without
justifiable reasons, the absence is unexcused therefore illegal.

UNIFORM REGULATIONS

NOTE: The following represents an extension of the Code of Conduct.

See Code of Conduct Rule 1.10. Waivers of certain uniform regulations
for medical or religious reasons may be requested and final approval will
be determined by the school administration.
Uniforms are mandatory for all students regardless of age. No student
may attend class out of uniform.
Uniforms are to be worn to all school functions, e.g. Open-House,
Report Card Conferences, Graduations, Parental Meetings, school
ceremonies, etc. unless otherwise instructed by the school
administration.
Students shall dress according to the standards set by the Administration
team of One Bright Ray Community High School. One Bright Ray CHS
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has the right to establish appropriate colors and the style of clothing
students are to wear.
Uniforms are mandatory for all students that attend One Bright Ray
Community High School. Students must be fully dressed in the proper
uniform prior to entering and prior to leaving the building. No student
may enter the building for any reason without being properly
dressed in the official school uniform. The student will be held in the
Main Office until parents/guardians are notified.
All official uniform items are to be purchased at Cramer’s Kids, except
for the official One Bright Ray Community High School shirt, binder
and IDs, which can be purchased at school. If an item is purchased
elsewhere, the Principal or Dean of Students must approve that item.
Only purchases made at the official school uniform provider, Cramer’s
Kids, guarantees that the uniform is acceptable.
Failure to comply with the uniform policy will result in disciplinary
action which include up to dismissal from school.

GENERAL UNIFORM REGULATIONS FOR ALL STUDENTS

Failure to comply with the Uniform Policy will result in disciplinary
action(s) ranging from detention to suspension.
Binders: All students entering the building must have and use the
official One Bright Ray CHS binder. The binder can only be
purchased at the school. The binder cover sheet must be clean and in
place on the front of the binder. Student roster must be visible on the
back cover of each student’s binder. Student handbook is to be kept in
the back inside pocket of the binder at all times. The binder contains
the basic necessary supplies required for the start of the school year.
Students are to maintain their binder graffiti free. Students may
not display pictures on the front or back covers of their binder.

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 Other items such as a USB Flash Drive, dictionaries, and calculators
will be necessary and are not provided by the school.

 Schoolbags: School bags are optional. The schoolbag must be free of

graffiti. Schoolbags in school can be and will be searched at any time
by school security or a school Administrator. Only one schoolbag per
student. No gym bags are permitted

 Student ID: All students must wear their One Bright Ray Community
High School student ID and Philadelphia School District issued ID on
official school lanyard at all times while in the building. Your first
One Bright Ray CHS ID, School District ID, lanyard and storage
pouches are given to you for free. Replacement ID cards, replacement
lanyards and replacement storage pouches must be purchased if lost.
Replacement ID cards will be cost $5.00 each. Replacement Storage
pouches will cost $5.00. Replacement lanyards will cost $5.00. All
student IDs and lanyards are property of One Bright Ray CHS. Only
school issued items may be placed inside ID storage pouches. Only
school issued pins may be displayed on the lanyard. Failure to have
your school ID or lanyard will result in disciplinary action.

 Tattoos: Students with visible tattoos on their arms must purchase a

long sleeve school shirt.

 Personal Jewelry: Appropriate personal earrings are limited to one

per ear, no bigger than the size of a dime, or to the discretion of the
Administrative staff of One Bright Ray CHS. One necklace can be
worn but it must be tucked into the shirt, one regular size ring per
hand, and one regular size bracelet per hand. No charm bracelets are
permitted. Continuous requests to remove jewelry will result in
further disciplinary action.

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 Facial Piercings: No metal facial piercings are permitted on school
grounds and must be removed prior to entering the school. Students
are permitted to wear clear plastic nose plugs and gauges, however no
rings. If a student has a facial implanted then the school expects
students to unscrew any jewelry or replace the jewelry with a clear
plastic piece.
 Winter Coats: Winter coats, sweaters or hoodies are not to be worn in
the building throughout the day. They are to be carried from class to
class placing them on the back of the seat. Continuous requests to
remove outerwear will result in further disciplinary action.

 Hair and Wigs: No extreme hairstyles and/or colors are permitted.

Hair must be uniform and neat in appearance. For example, no
shaved-in shapes or Mohawks. Un-natural hair color or designs may
result in causing a student to not be permitted in the school building.

 Head Wear: No doo rags, scarves, wraps, stocking caps, hats, or

bandanas are permitted. Students required to wear head garb for
religious reasons must provide the school with a letter from their
religious leader prior to the student’s first day at One Bright Ray CHS
and worn daily, not at their discretion.

 Additional personal belongings: No additional clothing, shoes or

accessories are allowed in building unless the student has a job after
school. Additional clothing will only be allowed if a work schedule is
provided.

 Alternative Uniforms for Field Trips: Students must be in the

school uniform for all field trips. If the field trip requires a change in
the uniform, the school’s Administration will make the decision on
what style of clothing students will wear. Failure to wear the proper
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 style of clothing can result in the loss of the right to attend the field
trip.

THE FOLLOWING ARE THE UNIFORM REGULATIONS FOR

YOUNG WOMEN
 Shirts: A One Bright Ray Community High School shirt is to be worn
at all times, tucked in, and completely buttoned up to the neck. (Short
and long sleeve shirts can only be purchased at OBR Community HS)

 Sweaters/ Fleeces: A black One Bright Ray Community High School

v-neck sweater or zip up fleece can be purchased only at Cramer’s
Kids. This is the official and only sweater/ fleece that can be worn in
the building. The sweater/fleece are not mandated parts of uniform.

 Skirts: A black One Bright Ray Community High School kick pleat
skirt (style #348) can be purchased only at Cramer’s Kids. This is the
official and only skirt that can be worn in the building. During cold
weather, pants may be worn underneath the skirt, however, they must
be immediately removed in the restroom. (Skirts cannot be shorter
than 2 inches above the knee).

 Pants: (optional): Black dress pants purchased at Cramer Kids. Pants

should sit at the waist and fitted appropriately.

 Socks: Skirts must be worn with solid black knee-high socks or solid
black tights.

 Shoes: Black round toe rubber laced shoes may be purchased from
Cramer’s Kids. Any other shoe is to be approved by the Principal
and/or the Dean of Students.

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 Headband: Headbands are permitted but may not exceed 4 inches and
cannot be a paisley bandana pattern.

 Handbags/Purses: Purses may not be bigger than a standard sheet of

paper or 8’ by 10”. They must fit into backpacks and have limited
belongs.

 Cosmetics: No excessive facial colored-products may be worn. No

obscenities or inappropriate wording on fingernails.

 Maternity Jumper: A plain black uniform jumper is mandatory for

female students who are expecting a child. The jumper must be
purchases as soon as the student is informed that they are expecting.
Students may only be purchased at Cramers and must be worn no
shorter than 2” above the knee. A blue One Bright Ray Community
High School shirt (buttoned), with student ID, must be worn with this
uniform. The school uniform sock and shoe still apply.

 Summer Session Uniform: Students are to adhere to the official

school uniform policy for summer session, unless instructed
differently by Principal or Dean of Students.

 Gym Uniform: Gym is only offered during summer sessions. A One

Bright Ray Community High School. Gym T-shirt along with shorts
or sweatpants need to be purchased from the school, if the student is
scheduled to take gym during summer session. No other clothing will
be allowed.

 Religious Garments: Garments are permitted for religious reasons are

at the discretion of the school with proper documentation.

 Khimar’s must be a solid color and appropriate length, however the

One Bright Ray logo on the shirt must be shown at all times. If a
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 Khimar is too long, a request for safety reasons will be made to tuck in
the Khimar.

 Jilab can be worn however the Official One Bright Ray school shirt
must be worn over top and the Jilab must be solid black.

*If there are any questions regarding the wearing of religious

garments, please contact the school immediately. One Bright Ray
CHS is accepting of all religions and will take into consideration
alterations as long as the safety of the student or student population is
not in question.

THE FOLLOWING ARE THE UNIFORM REGULATIONS FOR

YOUNG MEN
 Shirts: A One Bright Ray Community High School shirt is to be worn
at all times, tucked in, and completely buttoned up to the neck. (Short
and long sleeve shirts can only be purchased at OBR Community HS)

 Sweaters/ Fleeces: A black One Bright Ray Community High School

v-neck sweater or zip up fleece can be purchased only at Cramer’s
Kids. This is the official and only sweater/ fleece that can be worn in
the building. The sweater/fleece are not mandated parts of uniform.

 Pants: Black pleated polyester dress pants are required. They can be
purchased at Cramer’s Kids. (No jeans, Dickies, or chinos. All pants
must be worn at the waistline and hemmed.)

 Belt: A plain, logo free black belt with a standard buckle is the official
belt of One Bright Ray Community High School.

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 Socks: One Bright Ray Community High School male students are to
wear socks at all times.

 Shoes: Black round toe rubber laced shoes may be purchased from
Cramer’s Kids. Any other shoe is to be approved by the Principal
and/or the Dean of Students.

 Summer Session Uniform: Students are to adhere to the official

school uniform policy for summer session, unless instructed
differently by Principal or Dean of Students.

 Gym Uniform: Gym is only offered during summer sessions. A One

Bright Ray Community High School T-shirt along with shorts or
sweatpants need to be purchased if the student is scheduled to take
gym during the summer session he/she is scheduled to attend. No
other clothing will be allowed.

 Religious Garments – The Izar must be a solid black in color. Throbs

are not permitted. If pants are rolled student must wear solid black
socks.

*If there are any questions regarding the wearing of religious

garments, please contact the school immediately. One Bright Ray
CHS is accepting of all religions and will take into consideration
alterations as long as the safety of the student or student population is
not in question.

POSSESSION OF MONEY
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Students are only permitted to be in the possession of $50.00 or less.
Any student discovered with more than $50.00 must surrender the
money to the Administration. The school is not responsible for money
lost by students.
DETENTION
A 30 minute school dentition can be issued for lateness, uniform
violations and disciplinary issues. Detentions must be served on the day
assigned or the detention will be “doubled” for 1 hour the following day.
Students with a 1 hour school detention must serve the detention that
same day or the student will be suspended for 1 day unless waivered by
Administration. Detention must be served after the students return from
suspension. Any outstanding detentions at the end of the module must be
served before students will be able to receive their roster for the next
module.
EMERGENCY/SAFETY PROCEDURES

In an event of an emergency situation that might occur an emergency

crisis plan will be implemented by the administration.
Fire Drills
Evacuation of building is primary concern in an event of fire. Fire drills
are conducted throughout the school year during school hours to ensure
safety of our students when evacuating the building in case of fire or
other emergencies. Fire drills are conducted monthly. Fire drills are a
serious issue and are taken seriously throughout our school. Each
classroom has an exit route. All exit routes are posted by each
classroom door.
Fire drills are conducted in TOTAL SILENCE. Students are to exit the
classroom at the teacher’s instruction and quietly leave the building.
Any student talking and/or not following directions will receive serve
consequences. In the case of emergency students must know that they
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must be silent in order to hear instructions. Once outside, they must
move to an area a safe distance from the building. They cannot block
roads or driveways that provide access to emergency personnel.
Students must remain with teacher and class while they are outside of
the building.
In an event of severe weather emergency, an announcement will be
made by administration. Students will be directed to move to designated
safe areas of building or given further instructions for evacuation as
required.
In the event of an emergency evacuation for any other reason, school
personnel will give instructions accordingly. There has been a chain of
command has been established and only the CEO or designee will be
official spokesperson for school. Students may not leave campus
without permission.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

If bad weather hits our area, watch channels 3, 6, 10 or 29 for school

closing. Tune to KYW 1060 for your One Bright Ray CHS closing
numbers.
 The Simpson Campus closing number is: 693

 The Fairhill Campus closing number is: 1289

 The Elmwood Campus Number is: TBD

When the School District of Philadelphia is closed due to weather

conditions, then ALL One Bright Ray Community High School
Campuses are closed.

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 VISITORS and SECURITY

For safety reasons, the school doors are monitored at all times. Visitors
are not permitted on campus unless administration grants permission.
Visitors must enter and sign in. Proper identification is required for all
pick-ups, which includes a picture ID. Any person picking up a student
must be someone named in student file or have prior approval from
Administration.
Parents may not walk their children to the classroom or pass the
entrance/security check without an appointment. In the best interest of
our students, teachers and their classes may not be interrupted during the
school day.
All visitors are to set their cell phones on silent. No exceptions.
*See Appendix for Visitor Search Policy

Conduct of friends and/or family

A student may be held responsible for the conduct of friends or family
who drop off the student in the morning or pick him/her up after school
or hang around the building. Advise friends and family that loud music,
obscene or offensive language, and displays or threatening behavior may
result in disciplinary action against the student and a phone call to the
police.

Search and Wanding Policy

For the safety of all students and faculty, the school searches all
individuals and personal property upon entering. The school reserves
the right to search anyone upon leaving the school premises.

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For the safety of all students and faculty, students are searched by use of
a metal detector or wand. Students will be required to remove any
jacket or coat, shoes, belt and ID. Students will be required to empty the
contents of their pockets and will be required to pull their pant legs up so
that the top of their socks can be seen. Any items that are prohibited by
the school will be confiscated and returned only to a parent or legal
guardian; please refer to Code of Conduct Rule 1.15 and 3.3 Note: as
referenced in Rule 1.15, certain items including cigarettes and gum will
be destroyed. Sprays, mace and any other item that may be considered
dangerous or illegal will be confiscated at discretion of administration.
For the safety of all students and faculty, students are subject to searches
of book bags and their person at any time given reasonable suspicion of
the possession of prohibited items such as all items listed in Code of
Conduct Rule 1.15. Reentry to school building after dismissal are
subject to be re-searched at discretion of administration.

Search and Seizure

One Bright Ray Community High School reserves the right to search
students and their belongings to find weapons, drugs, stolen property,
other contraband liquid perfume, sprays and oils. No open or glass
bottles are permitted in the building. In addition, students will be asked
to empty pockets, purses, etc. If a student is found in the possession of
items that are illegal, the student will be charged with the appropriate
school offense, the Philadelphia Police Department may be notified; the
student may be held for the police, and charges may be pressed. Any
student who refuses to cooperate with school authorities is subject to
expulsion from One Bright Ray Community High School. Students may
be searched at the entrance with a metal detector wand.

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 TRANSPORTATION

The School District of Philadelphia provides free transportation for

students who live 1.5 miles or more from our school. Transpasses will
be distributed by Dean’s or Student Services Department on Friday’s
and Monday’s. If a student loses the transpass, he/she will not receive a
replacement.
Parking Regulations
The parking lot at the Simpson Campus and Elmwood Campus is
reserved for faculty and staff. Students must utilize public parking if
driving to school. Visitors are able to utilize the lot if they a have
scheduled appointment and for a limited amount of time. Parking is at
visitor’s own risk.
Drop Off/Pick Up
Drop off/pick up must be curbed side in front of school building. No
parents/guardians and/or friends should drive into school parking lot or
onto school property to drop off or pick up any student.

NO SMOKING POLICY
One Bright Ray Community High School buildings are smoke free.
Pennsylvania Act 128, of 2000 prohibits the use of tobacco products in
school buildings, stadiums, or bleachers, or other premises leased by,
or under the control of the School. The use of tobacco products on
buses, vans, or other vehicles owned or leased by the School. This
prohibition extends to students, staff and/or visitors.

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 DISTRIBUTION OF LITERATURE
No pamphlets, posters, flyers or literature of any kind may be distributed
or posted on One Bright Ray Community High School campuses
without direct approve from administration.

CAFETERIA/FREE BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAM

The cafeteria, besides being a lunchroom and assembly room, is also a

place where good human relations can be developed. Here each student
is expected to practice the general rules of good manners, which one
should find in the home. Some simple rules of courteous behavior,
which make the lunch period pleasant and relaxed are:
 Observing good table manners
 Leaving the table and surrounding area clean and orderly
 Remaining seated while eating
 Being polite in the lunchroom
 Not yelling, running or horse playing

NOTE: No one is allowed to leave the lunchroom without permission.

Federal Free Lunch Program: All students are eligible for free lunch
through the federal free lunch program and are encouraged to take
advantage of the free meal. However, students DO NOT have the option
to purchase lunch.
Students who wish to bring their own lunch must do so inside a lunch
bag or box. A freezer pack should be placed inside the lunch bag or box
to maintain items cold. Hot items should be placed inside a thermos to
maintain items hot/warm. No lunches will be refrigerated or reheated
for students. Students must carry lunches in their backpacks.

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 HEALTH CONCERNS

All students are required to be fully immunized in accordance with the

requirements of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the City of
Philadelphia in order to be admitted to One Bright Ray Community High
School.
There is not a school nurse on staff. Therefore good communication
about any medical issues or concerns is strongly advised.
If your child has a specific medical problem, it should be made known to
administration each year. Required physical and dental records are kept
in the student files according to the requirements of the State of
Pennsylvania. One Bright Ray Community High School complies with
all regulations concerning the administration of medication and requires
parents to do the same. Please contact the school administration if you
need information about specific regulations or if your child will need to
be given medication during school hours. Students may not have
prescription or non-prescription medication in their possession. All
prescription and non-prescription medication must be turned in at the
front entrance to an Administrator (this includes Tylenol, Motrin, etc.).
In case of asthma condition, students are required to keep asthma pump
on self at all times.
SUPPORT SERVICEES
Emotional Support
The Emotional Support Team (EST) is available to help students who
are experiencing emotional and/or social problems while attending One
Bright Ray Community High School. Social Workers are available to
students at all campuses and a school counselor is available whose
priority is post-secondary planning with all students. These staff
members work with other school personnel using restorative practices to
provide all students with a positive, supportive learning community.
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Educational Support
Educational Support services are available to all students who need
additional academic assistance. Students are expected to maintain a
regular attendance and make use of after school tutoring with their
classroom teacher before seeking Educational Support. Educational
Support will be provided at the teachers discretion during the school
day, before school and during after school tutoring hours.

Walk Out Policy

This policy helps students avoid disciplinary problems when used
properly. If a student feels upset, uncomfortable, or there may be a
conflict with a student in the classroom the student has the right to walk
out of class without permission. The student must leave the class quietly,
without saying a word. The student must report directly to the chairs
outside of the Dean of Students’ offices. The student must meet with
authorized school personnel (Dean of Students, EST, Site Principal)
before returning to class.

Baby Room Services

The Fairhill Campus offers a Baby Room services free of charge for
those students whose child/children need care while the student is attend
school. During the admissions interview, interested students will be
instructed to complete a paper application and to provide certain legal
documents pertaining to both student and child/ children. Prior to
enrollment, student will meet with the Baby Room Manager to discuss
expectations as well as to inform student of what supplies are needed.
Each student will be provided with a handbook. After enrollment, it is
expected that the child/ children attend consistently as the student
attends. Consistency is important for the child/ children’s adjustment.

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If for any reason, child/ children do not attend consistently, the student
may lose the privilege of using the Baby Room services. The student can
meet with the Baby Room Manager and the school Social Worker to
discuss concerns. The student will direct all questions/concerns to the
Baby Room Manager. It is vital for the student and the Baby Room
Manager to clearly communicate with each other for both the well-being
of the child/ children in care and the successful day- to-day operations of
the Baby Room. Students are not permitted to visit their child/ children
during the school day. Children are generally being given lunch or being
prepared for naps during student lunch periods. The Baby Manager will
ensure that a student is contacted if there is a reason (emergency, illness)
during the school day.
Withdrawal from school
If a student wishes to withdraw, efforts should be made to determine the
underlying reasons for such action. EST will use all resources, including
district resources to assist the student in reaching educational goals. No
student of compulsory age will be permitted to withdraw without the
written consent of a parent/guardian and justification.

COMPUTER LAB/CARTS

Computer technology is an integral component of today’s education.

The Internet is a vast resource that enables students to access thousands
of files and information. While access is free, it is also a privilege.
After reading the guidelines, each student and his/her parent must
complete the One Bright Ray CHS Acceptable Use Form given out at
the beginning of the school year (See Appendix). The signatures of both
student and parent/guardian are required before access to the Internet is
permitted.

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Responsible Internet Use
 Conducting research for school-based projects
 Exploring computer systems
 Exchanging electronic mail
 Displaying a high level of computer ethics and etiquette

Inappropriate Internet Use

 Sending and receiving materials that are obscene or offensive
 Employing the network for illegal or commercial purposes
 Using abusive or profane language
 Electronic vandalism of equipment/software

Consequences
 Will be consistent with the rules of our Code of Conduct
 Violations will result in the loss of computer privileges
 When applicable, law enforcement agencies may be involved

Terms and Conditions of Internet Access

 The use of the Internet requires efficient, ethical and legal
utilization of Internet resources. A user must agree to the terms
and conditions of use.
 All use of the Internet must be in support of education and
research and consistent with the educational goals of One Bright
Ray Community High School.

 Any use of the Internet for commercial purposes, advertising, or

political lobbying is prohibited.
 The Internet is to be used only by authorized owner of the
account for the authorized purpose.
 Users shall not intentionally seek information on, obtain copies
of, or modify files, data, or passwords belonging to other users or
misrepresent other users on the network.

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  All communications and information accessible by the Internet
should be assumed to be private property. All copyright issues
regarding software, information, and assignment of authorship
must be respected. The authorized copying or transfer of
copyrighted material may result in the loss of network privilege.
 Malicious use of the network to develop programs that harass
other users or infiltrate a computer or computer system and/or
damage the software components of a computer or computer
system is prohibited. Violators are subject to the rules of the Code
of Conduct.
 Hate mail, harassment, discriminatory remarks and other anti-
social behaviors are prohibited on the network. All users will use
language appropriate for school situations as indicated by the Code
of Conduct.
 Use of the Internet to access or process pornographic material,
inappropriate text files, or files dangerous to the integrity of the
local area network is prohibited.
 Student subscriptions to listservs, or any automated message
service, must be reported to the Principal. Prior approval for
listservs is required from students.
 From time to time, One Bright Ray Community High School
will make determinations on whether specific uses of the Internet
are consistent with the acceptable use practice.

 Students must get parent/guardian permission to use the Internet

at school by completing the OBR COMMUNITY HS Acceptable
Use Policy.
 Student’s use of the Internet will take place only under the
supervision of staff.

All students must submit a signed computer/internet policy form to

access computers. (Please see Appendix for the OBR
COMMUNITY HS Acceptable Use Policy)

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  SPECIAL EVENTS

ORIENTATION all students are required to attend mandatory student

orientations at various times throughout the year.

New Student Orientation: All prospective students must complete a

mandatory three (3) day orientation. The new student orientation will
include academic and disciplinary components to prepare the
prospective student for the One Bright Ray Community. Prospective
students completing the new student orientation will be enrolled in One
Bright Ray Community High School for the coming module.
Prospective students who fail to complete new student orientation will
be denied admission.

Transfer Student Orientation: All transfer students who participate in

move up day the Simpson Campus must complete a mandatory one (1)
day orientation at the Fairhill Campus. The purpose of this orientation is
for Move up students to meet the staff and explore the building at the
Fairhill Campus. Students who fail to attend transfer student orientation
will not be permitted to receive their roster until orientation is complete.
(Does not apply to students who are enrolled in the One Bright Ray
CHS: Elmwood Campus)

Veteran Student Orientation: All veteran students who currently

attend a One Bright Ray CHS Campus must participate in a one (1) day
orientation at their respective campus. The purpose of this orientation is
to review any changes in staff and/or policy for the upcoming school
year. Students failing to attend veteran student orientation will not be
permitted to receive their roster until orientation is complete.

FIELD TRIPS: Field trips are encouraged to expand the curriculum

and add enrichment to the school program. Written permission from
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parents is required for children to participate in trips, which involve
travel and time.

While we wish all students to benefit from these trips, Administration

reserves the right to deny permission to leave the school building to any
student who has demonstrated a history of non-cooperation with
authority.

PROM: The Prom is for all juniors and seniors in good academic
standing.
Good Academic Standing:
 Not on education or disciplinary probation.
 Is not currently suspended.
 Has consistent “unsatisfactory conduct”.
All rules found in the One Bright Ray Community High School’s
Student Code of Conduct, as well as the PA Act 26 of 1995 and any
amendments thereof, apply as are appropriate for a school sponsored
event.
Students not attending Prom must attend school the day of the Prom.
Students must be in attendance at the Prom for a set time. Students may
not be admitted into the Prom if they arrive after the prescribed time. In
addition, students and their guests may not leave the Prom once they
have arrived until they are prepared to leave for the evening. Guests
may not be over the age of 25 unless the One Bright Ray CHS student is
21 years of age or older. The student is responsible for the conduct of
his/her guest. Students and guests must be appropriately dressed and
must behave in an appropriate manner, including while dancing. Any
student or guest who violates the rules will be expelled from the Prom
and the student will be suspended.

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End of Module Trip (85ers Club) is a special trip for all students who
have done well throughout the Module in attendance, academics and
behavior. Students who have achieved 85% attendance, earns grades no
lower than a C and does not acquire any pink slips will participate in an
all-expense paid trip out of the city limits.
MOVE UP DAY is a tradition to celebrate and give well wishes to all
students who have successfully earned sufficient credits to move up in
the high school ranks to the 11th grade and begin receiving classes at the
Fairhill Campus. There is a brief and very impactful ceremony in honor
of these students.
ZERO DAY is also a One Bright Ray CHS tradition. It is a chance for
our seniors to celebrate their last day of class by showing their school
spirit. In addition to wearing the official ZERO DAY T-SHIRT, Donut
and taking the traditional bite at the end of each class, seniors are invited
(but not required) to show their school spirit by “jazzing up their
appearance.” With a donation students are able to dress down for ZERO
DAY.
There is NO ALTERATION of the school uniform (e.g. no cutting,
writing on, dying, etc.) even after school. Remember that a proper
uniform must be worn all day.
School-spirited seniors may sport the school colors (Blue and Yellow) in
the form of face paint, colored socks, stockings or hair ribbons; seniors
also may display “Class of 20—“in face paint. No graffiti on Zero Day
T-shirts.
There is absolutely NO HAZING after school. Hazing is a Level II
violation (See Rule 2.7).

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 One Bright Ray Community High School
 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

 Cheating and plagiarism are serious offenses against academic

integrity and will be grounds for serious action that includes, but is not
limited to, receiving a failing grade on a quiz, test, exam, project, etc.
and may lead to a failure for the course. (Disciplinary action will also
be taken against a student as per rule 1.6 of the Code of Conduct).

 Plagiarism is the representation of all or a part of another’s work as

though it were one’s own without permission and/or without proper
citation. If plagiarism is suspected, the teacher will first discuss the
suspicions with the student, and identify materials that student may
present to determine the facts. The teacher will make the final
determination as to whether the situation is an incident of plagiarism.

 Determination of Cheating: The teacher or exam proctor will

determine incidents of actively participating in cheating or willfully
assisting another in the act of cheating and bring to administration’s
attention.

Approved Corrective Action By Teacher:

 Students will receive an “F” or zero for the test, project, etc.
 Other disciplinary action may be taken by the Principal

MODULE SYSTEM
(Pending the number of credits being transferred in)

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In order to graduate from One Bright Ray CHS students must complete
eight (8) modules, two (2) summer sessions. A module can last eight (8)
or nine (9) weeks depending on the calendar year. Students must
successfully pass all classes with a 65 average or higher in order to
receive full credit for the class.
The modules consist of two four-week grading periods. The minimum
grade allowed for the first four weeks of the grading period is a 50%.
The minimum grade for the second four weeks of the module is a 0%.
At the end of each module, the two four-week grading periods will be
averaged together for the students’ final grades for the entire module.
GRADING POLICY

Progress reports will not be distributed to the students every 3rd, 5th, and
7th week of each module, but students will be able to view their grades
at any time in the Student Portal in PowerSchool with their personal
password. (Student ID) (See the calendar for exact dates)

At the end of each module, a report card is prepared for each child.
Parents/guardians will have the opportunity to attend a conference with
the teachers. (See the calendar for exact dates and times)

Each faculty member evaluates a student’s work according to the

standards established within academic departments and by the
individual teacher. These standard expectations include a high level of
class participation, attendance, and a demonstration of the ability to use
the concepts that have been taught, as well as consideration of the
quality of a student’s work and performance on assessments and
projects, etc. The faculty use the following grading scale:

 A: 100-90
 B: 89-80
 C: 79-70
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  D: 69-65
 F: 64-below

A variety of assessments/activities are utilized to determine a student’s

final grade. The faculty use the following assessments/activities:

 Daily Activities – 30%

 Final Product – 25%
 Written Assessments (Tests/Quizzes/Exams/Papers) – 20%
 Attendance – 15%
 Independent Work – 10%

Test Days at One Bright Ray CHS are as follows:

Subjects Days
 English: Monday and Friday
 Math: Tuesday and Friday
 Science: Tuesday and Thursday
 History: Thursday and Friday
 Art/Humanities: Wednesday and Thursday
 Elective: Tuesday and Wednesday
 World Language Monday and Wednesday

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Honors Designations:

 1st Honors - accumulated grades of both credits, afterschool

courses and non-credited classes:
 All A’s and B’s

 2nd Honors - accumulated grades of both credits, afterschool

courses and non-credited classes:
 A’s, B’s and 1 C

 Honorable Mention - accumulated grades of both credits,

afterschool courses and non-credited classes:
 A’s, B’s and 2 C’s

 Homework Completion

 Regular Attendance

Make Up Work Policy: Students have three (3) days from the day that
they return to school to make up work missed. It is the student
responsibility to see their teachers during tutoring time.

Tutoring Time: Tutoring hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and

Friday from Dismissal of school until 3:45 p.m. Wednesday 12:05 to
12:45 pm. Student must sign in and sign out.

Academic Performance Improvement Policy: Students are expected

to earn most of their academic credits per module. If student has failed
to earn credits this policy is implemented in efforts to support students
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to improve their academic standing. The policy has four levels –
academic warning, academic probation, academic meeting with CEO
and recommendation of transfer from One Bright Ray Community High
School.

 Academic Warning (Level 1): Student has failed 3 or more

classes in one module. Student is encouraged to seek help after
school from teachers and other school support services as needed.

 Academic Probation (Level 2): Student has previously

been on Academic Warning. Student has failed 3 or more classes.
Student is strongly encouraged to stay after school at minimum
two times a week for extra assistance with ongoing academic
problems.

 Academic meeting with CEO (Level 3): If student has

failed a third consecutive module, a meeting with CEO is required.
Students may be required to complete a variety of activities
varying outcome of meeting.

 Recommendation of Transfer (Level 4): If a student fails a

fourth consecutive module, a team meeting with faculty and
administration will occur to assess recommendation for transfer of
student from One Bright Ray Community High School.

 A student is reinstated to good academic standing when they

have successfully completed two consecutive modules following
academic probation.

Transcript Requests: Contact the Director of Student Services. A 24-

hour request must be placed to the Student Services Office for a student
to receive a copy of their academic transcript.

Student Records Requests: Contact the Director of Student Services.

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Requests for a full educational file must include an appropriate FERPA
release. All request will be filled after 48 hours of date requested.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Seniors MUST have completed a total of 23.5 credits: A senior student
shall graduate when she/he has:
 4 credits in English
 3 credits in Math
 3 credits in Science
 4 credits in Social Studies
 2 credits in World Language
 2 credits in Art and Humanities
 1 credit in Physical Education
 .5 credit in Health
 4 credits in Elective
 Completion of a Multi-disciplinary Senior Project

Upon entering One Bright Ray CHS, students will be given a credit
tracking form and an expected date of graduation based on the number
of credits the student entered into our school.

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY SENIOR PROJECT

Multi-disciplinary Senior Project must be completed by all students in

order to meet graduation requirements.

WALKING PRIVILEGES FOR GRADUATION

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  Graduates must fulfill all graduation, academic, and discipline
requirements in order to “walk”, i.e. participate in Graduation
Exercises.

 No student who has failed to meet any graduation requirement,

e.g. completion of his/her Multi-disciplinary Senior Project, etc.
will be permitted to “walk” at graduation.

 No student with an “F” as a final grade, in any scheduled class

will be permitted to “walk” at graduation.

 No student with unsatisfactory conduct in his/her final module

will “walk” at graduation. No student found cheating or
plagiarizing on his/her Senior Project will be permitted to “walk”
at graduation.

INDEPENDENT CREDIT RECOVERY PACKET (ICRP)

ICRP’s are independent educational projects created to help students
who are behind in academic credits. ICRP’s are granted to only those
students who show the academic ability to complete them. Students must
receive permission from the Principal in order to receive an ICRP.
Guidelines for the students:
 The Principal must grant approval for an ICRP to be assigned
to a student.
 Students are to meet with their assigned subject ICRP teacher
as scheduled.
 ICRP’s are done independently. In addition, students are still
responsible for regular module coursework. Students must follow
the Academic Code of Honesty found in the One Bright Ray
Community High School Handbook.
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 Students can receive help from their ICRP teacher during
after school tutoring hours.
 ICRPs are due by given date.

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 ONE BRIGHT RAY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
RULES OF CONDUCT

THESE RULES SHALL APPLY TO ANY CONDUCT:

 On school grounds, during the school day or immediately before or
after school hours;
 On school grounds at any other time when the school is being used
by a school group;
 On or off school grounds at any school activity, function or event;

 Traveling to and from school, including actions on any school bus,

van or public conveyance;
 Away from school if resulting from school, including but not
limited to fighting, personal and telephonic or e-mail threats,
harassment, or stalking;
 On any school bus operated by One Bright Ray Community High
School.

RULE OF CONDUCT

General Statement: No student may engage in any conduct, or

encourage any other person to engage in conduct that jeopardizes the
health, safety, or welfare of any member of the school community, or in
any conduct that disrupts or undermines the basic educational mission of
the school. Any student who acts in a disorderly way or interrupts the
educational process is subject to arrest for disorderly conduct and other
disciplinary action. Any student who engages in a fight, or encourages
others to fight, is subject to arrest and other disciplinary action for
disorderly conduct, simple to aggravated assault, including terroristic
threats, etc.
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ACT 26 of 1995 (The Safe Schools Act): Act 26 creates a mandatory
one-year expulsion for the possession of weapons on school property,
including buses and school-sponsored events. It requires parents to
provide a sworn statement upon registering their child in a school as to
whether the child had previously been suspended or expelled from
another school. Act 26 also requires schools to maintain records on acts
of violence and weapon possession and to forward student discipline
records when a student transfers to another school.

ACT 29 of 1995 (Truancy): Act 29 provides for a $300 fine and allows
the court to impose parent education classes and community service
sentences for parents of a truant child who do not show that they took
responsible steps to ensure the child’s school attendance. It provides
that the parent and child must appear at a hearing before the district
magistrate. Act 29 also provides a truant student may lose his/her
driver’s license for 90 days for the first offense, 6 months for a second
offense.

ACT 33 OF 1995 (Delinquent vs. Criminal Acts): Act 33 provides that

any person age 15 or older who commits a violent crime and either (a)
committed the crime with a deadly weapon or (b) has previously been
adjudicated delinquent for a violent crime, will automatically be tried as
an adult in the criminal justice system.

ACT 93 of 1995 (Blood Alcohol Content of Minors): Act 93 creates a

summary offense with a fine of $100 for any person under the age of 21
who operates a motor vehicle with any alcohol in their blood stream.
The new summary offense is in addition to the loss of driving privileges
and other sanctions allowable under current drunk driving laws.

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 DISCIPLINARY CODE: OFFENSES/CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Level 1 Offenses
1.1 Disruption of school: Any interruptions of lessons or of student
learning is strictly prohibited including but not limited to the following:

 Language - A student shall not use language in any classroom,

lunchroom, hallway, yard, or school-related venue, school
publication, bulletin board, public address system, or on a book
bag, book, button, his/her body, etc., which is profane, obscene,
racist, sexist, homophobic, intentionally disruptive, libelous or
offensive to other students, faculty or the community. Neither shall
a student use as an excuse for the use of profane language or racial
slurs, epithets, sexist, homophobic or intolerant language that
he/she was “only kidding” or that “we use this language all the
time.”

 Recklessness - A student shall not by use of force, noise,

coercion, threat, intimidation, fear, passive resistance, or any other
conduct intentionally or recklessly cause the substantial and
material disruption or obstruction of the lawful mission, purpose,
or function of the School.

 Three (3) or more discipline reports - A student shall not receive

three or more discipline reports as a result of class disruption. If
the student continuously disrupts class, disrespects teachers, and
distracts other students from learning, he/she may be removed
from class to the discipline office to do class work and will also
receive a detention after school. Repeated infractions will be
subject to level 2 corrective action.

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  Disobedience to the lawful instructions of a teacher - A student
shall not disobey the lawful instructions of a teacher, administrator,
teacher’s aide, daycare worker, non-teaching assistant (NTA), or
any adult staff member or volunteer of the School community.

Neither shall the student urge other students or outsiders to engage in

such conduct as expressed in this rule.
This rule applies on school grounds or during a school activity or school
function, or school event off campus, or coming to or from school. (See
Scope of Rules)

1.2 Disrespect of teachers and adult personnel:

At no time may a student express with words, gestures, or body
language disrespect for a teacher, NTA, adult supervisor, employee
or volunteer of the school community, or on a school-related activity,
any adults taking part in the activity. Nor may a student’s disrespectful
behavior damage the reputation of the School. The teacher, NTA, etc.,
will be the interpreter of the disrespectful actions.

1.3 Three (3) or more uniform violations:

A student who arrives to school unprepared or in violation of the
uniform policy will receive a detention that same day after school.
Students who are repeat offenders of this rule may be subject to
disciplinary action according to Level 2 corrective actions.

STUDENTS WHO REFUSE TO WEAR UNIFORM AFTER ALL

CORRECTIVE ACTIONS HAVE BEEN EXHAUSTED WILL BE
DENIED ENTRY.

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Code of Conduct Book: Each student is required to have in his/her
possession a copy of the latest edition of the school’s handbook “Student
Code of Conduct.” His/her name and homeroom must be printed on the
cover.

1.4 Damage, destruction, graffiti, or theft of school or private

property: A student shall not, either on school grounds or during a
school activity or school function, or school event off campus, or
coming to or from school, or resulting from school cause or attempt to
cause material damage to school or personal property, or attempt to steal
school or personal property.

1.5 Smoking in the building: A student shall not smoke in any part of
the building. The City Fire Code prohibits it; as well as common sense
and health concerns that dictate that no smoking is permitted at the
school. Additionally, no smoking is permitted on school grounds; this
includes the schoolyard, and the steps or sidewalk on any side of the
building. No student may have in his/her possession any cigarettes or
tobacco products.

1.6 Skipping detention: Skipping a detention issued by a faculty, staff

member or school personnel may result in a double detention or further
disciplinary actions.

1.7 Missing class work: A student may not refuse to do assigned class
work. Usually, a school does not include this item in its disciplinary
code; however, the special nature of the school’s mission and timeline
requires us to emphasize the importance of classroom concentration and
hard work to remediate past deficiencies.

1.8 Sleeping in class: A student may not have their head down or
appear to be sleeping in class. As stated above (1.7) Sleeping in class is
considered a violation of this Code of Conduct, students have the option
to ask for a nurse, counselor or administrative pass to speak to someone
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or use the walk out policy regarding any issues of personal concern.

1.9 Cheating and plagiarism: A student may not cheat or plagiarize

material in class work, homework, tests, quizzes, reports, projects, or
any other graded assignment. Cheating and/or plagiarism will be
determined by the classroom teacher (See Academic Integrity).

1.10 Inappropriate written material: A student may not pass notes of

any nature while in the school building. A student may not have in his
or her possession any written or inappropriate materials using violence,
weapons, sex or drugs, which include emails, texts, Facebook, MySpace,
Twitter, Linked In, IM’s or any other social networking sites or any
prohibited technically communication. All notes and inappropriate
written materials will be confiscated.

1.11 In school in a visible state of intoxication or “high”: A student

may not arrive at, or become intoxicated or “high” in school, at a school
activity, or coming to or leaving from school. The initial determination
will be done at the discretion of the Principal in consultation with the
Dean of Students and/or Social Worker, Psychiatrist, or Nurse. A drug
screening, at the parent’s expense, at a licensed medical doctor’s office
or hospital may be required.

1.12 Overt signs of sexual affection: A student shall not express in the
school building, on school grounds, on a school-sponsored trip or at any
school activity overt sexual affection; this includes, but is not limited to,
kissing, hand holding, notes, etc. The prominent display of passion
marks is prohibited and any passion marks are discouraged.

1.13 Eating or drinking in classrooms: Eating, drinking, or chewing

gum is never permitted in classrooms, the lobby or hallways, before
class, during class, or after class. Eating is permitted only in the
cafeteria during designated lunch periods and before and after school.
Students may not leave trash or food in the cafeteria.
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1.14 Chewing gum: Gum, even in a sealed wrapper, is never permitted
in any part of the building or school grounds, including the lunchroom
and schoolyard. Gum will be confiscated and discarded.

1.15 Leaving school building without permission: No student may

leave the school premises without the permission of the Principal or the
Dean of Students. (See Procedure for Leaving Early)

1.16 Out-of-bounds: No student may be in any part of the building or

grounds including bathrooms, other classrooms, computer lab, audio
visual room, baby room, courtyard, etc., unless specifically scheduled to
be there or has received permission from an appropriate authority. Any
student exercising his/her right to see the Principal, Dean of Students,
School Therapist, Counselor, Social Worker must report immediately
To the main office area.

1.17 General Electronics: Most electronics and/or technology devices

are not permitted. This includes:
 Cell Phones, electronic dialers, or paging devices
 Radios, CD Players, “Walkmans,” beeping (or any sound
emitting) watches/devices, or sports equipment
 Portable televisions
 Electronic games (“PSPs,” “Gameboys”, “DS’s”)
 Personal computers/organizers (“laptops”, “iPad’s”,
“blackberry”)
 Personal reading devices (“Kindle’s”)
 Cameras, camcorders, or other electronic recording devices
 Any other item(s) that from time to time may be added to this
list by the Principal

1.18 Possession of prohibited items: A student may not have in his/her

possession, in a school bag or coat, or in other belongings any of the
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following items:

 Items associated with gambling

 Permanent markers, paint pens, or spray paint or lasers
 Pornographic, obscene, or suggestive material
 Racist, sexist, homophobic, and/or other material offensive to any
ethnic or religious segment of the community
 Any weapon or sharp object including scissors
 Gum in any area and food or beverages in unauthorized areas
 Items associated with drug use, such as blunts, “roach clips,”
pipes, rolling papers, “baggies” etc.
 Cigarettes or tobacco products
 Mace containers, pepper spray or stink bombs
 Trading or collectible cards
 Perfume, body spray or cologne

1.19 Cellular Phones: Use of cell phones is prohibited anywhere in the

building and on school grounds. Cell phone are now permitted on
school premises however a strict policy is enforced.

 Before cell phones can be brought onto school grounds, cell

phones must be registered with the main office. Failure to do so
may result in disciplinary action and confiscation of phone.
 All registration forms must have a parent signature regardless
of student age.
 Once student cell phone is registered, each student will be
assigned a bin number in storage system and will be given 1 of
2 school issued phone cards in return.
 Phones are to be turned completely off upon entry of school
grounds. Students who disregard this policy will have their

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 phone confiscated and not permitted to bring back until next
module.
 Phones are to be turned over to school personnel with school
issued phone card as soon as entering the building.
 Phone cards are to be kept with cell phone at all times. They
help identify what cell phone belongs to you, the student. If
phone card is lost the following policy may apply.
 1st offense: Purchase replacement card for $1.00.
Phone will be given back to you. If payment is not
given within the next day issue will be handed over to
Dean.

 2nd offense: Meeting with Dean of Students and

detention.

 3rd offense: Phone will be confiscated.

 All phones will be stored in main office until student dismissal.

 Students will NOT be permitted to check phones during day for
phone numbers or any other information.
 If student is caught with phone in classrooms or other areas
within school building, phone will be confiscated and student
will not be allowed to bring phone back in until next module.
 Only one cell phone per student.
 No large headphones and/or chargers are permitted in building.

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Confiscation Policy:
 1st Offense: Student will be issued detention and phone
will be returned to student.
 2nd Offense: Student will be issued detention and phone
will be returned to parent.
 3rd Offense: Student will be issued detention and phone
with be returned to parent at end of module.

*See Appendix for copy of Cell Phone Registration Form

Level One - Approved Corrective Actions: All student discipline will

be conducted in a restorative manner.
 Verbal warning
 Impromptu individual meeting
 Pink Slip
 Meeting with the Principal or Dean of Students including
reintegration into the classroom
 Temporary assignment to a “cooling off” area, or temporary
disciplinary assignment within the school
 Before/after school detentions
 Loss of privileges, including lunchroom and extra-curricular
activities
 Letter or phone call to parents/guardians
 Mandatory parent meeting with Principal and/or Dean of
Students
 Referral to counseling

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  Referral for drug screening, and/or to a substance abuse program
 Restitution
 Confiscation of prohibited items and returned to students at end
of day at discretion of administration
 Suspension
Level Two Offenses
2.1 Repeated school violations: A student shall not repeatedly fail to
comply with the provisions of the rules as expressed in Level 1
Offenses above, Academic Policies, or with any other reasonable
directions of the Principal, Dean of Students, teachers, or other
authorized school personnel at any time when the student is
properly under the authority of school personnel. Any student
acquiring three (3) suspensions in an academic year, and on any
one suspension thereafter if reinstated is subject to expulsion for
cause. Any student who has been expelled from the School District
of Philadelphia and repeats the same category of offense while at
One Bright Ray Community High School, e.g., fighting, weapons
violation, possession or sale of a controlled substance, etc. is
subject to expulsion for cause, even if it is a first offense at One
Bright Ray Community High School.

2.2 Recklessly endangering or threatening/intimidation of school

personnel, students or other persons: A student shall not
recklessly engage in conduct which places or may place any school
employee, fellow student or other person, i.e., visitor, etc., in
danger of bodily harm. Nor shall a student attempt to, by physical
menace or threat (oral or written), put a school employee, fellow
student, or other person in fear of imminent bodily injury,
including but not limited to drawings of weapons, inappropriate
actions, etc.

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  Abuse: Physical or psychological abuse or threats of such abuse
of any person will lead to possible involvement of the Department of
Human Services and/or the Police.
 Detainment or obstruction: Physically detaining or restraining
any other person or removing such person from any place where
he/she is authorized to remain, or in any way obstructing the free
movement of persons or vehicles on school premises or at school
activities will also result in possible involvement of the Department
of Human Services and/or Police.
 Inciting disorder: Participating in or inciting a riot or an
unauthorized or disorderly assembly is forbidden. This includes, but
is not limited to inviting, bringing, or otherwise assembling family,
friends, etc. to school to fight, harass, or otherwise threaten other
students.

2.3 LEVEL 3 Possession of drugs or alcohol: A student may not

possess, use or be under the influence of any narcotic drug,
hallucinogenic drug, steroid, growth hormone, amphetamine,
barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverage or intoxicant of any
kind. (For possession not consistent with personal use see Level 3
Violations)

2.4 LEVEL 3 Weapons on school property: No student shall possess

on his or her person, in his or her school bag, or in any storage
space (e.g. locker) provided by the school, or carry with him/her on
any school-sponsored trip or activity, any weapon capable of
causing bodily harm. (Also see Level 3 Violations)

2.5 Violation of Fire Drill Instructions: No student may impede the

safe exit of students in a fire drill or other emergency situation.
This includes, but is not limited to, disruption of fire drill by
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 talking, disobedience or inattentiveness. No student may make a
false report of an emergency situation. Students with children in
the baby room may not leave their assigned exit protocol in order
to go the baby room. (Student parents must be familiar with the
exit protocol for the baby room.)

2.6 Conflicts: Any student who engages in disagreement with peer

may not display disagreement with any intentional malice. This
includes but not limited to the following:
 Fighting: No student may fight, push, strike, hit, or use violence,
in any manner, against a fellow student, nor may any student
encourage another student to violate this rule. No student may hold
another in order for that the student to be hit or be “second person in”
in a fight.
 Verbal argument: Any student that verbally engages in a
disruptive and confrontational argument with another student.
 Encouraging fighting: Any person who verbally encourages a
fight, including through gossiping and spreading rumors, whether
before, during, or after a fight will be held liable under this rule. This
rule also includes verbal arguments (Reminder: See “Scope of Rules
of Conduct -- I”)
 Hazing: Hazing of any sort is forbidden at all times within the
scope of the Rules of Conduct. Hazing is defined as, “To initiate or
discipline (fellow student(s)) by means of horseplay, practical jokes,
and tricks, often in the nature of humiliating or painful ordeals.”
This includes communication on the Internet.
 Bullying: "Bullying” shall mean an intentional electronic,
written, verbal or physical act, or a series of acts: Directed at another
student or students; Which occurs in a school setting; That is severe,
persistent or pervasive; and That has the effect of doing any of the
following:
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  Substantially interfering with a student's education;
 Creating a threatening environment; or
 Substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school;
and ‘school setting’ shall mean in the school, on school
grounds, in school vehicles, at a designated bus stop or at any
activity sponsored, supervised or sanctioned by the school.”
This includes occurrences outside of school that disrupt the
orderly operation of the school.

2.7 Sexual harassment: The creation of/or maintaining of a sexually

hostile environment and/or any sexual “quid pro quo” is forbidden.
This may include but is not limited to making such comments
verbally or in writing, displaying obscene or sexually suggestive
photos, drawings, language, signs, gestures, tattoos, etc.

2.8 Social Networks (Facebook, Twitter, etc.): No student may post,

sell, solicit or distribute materials regarding anything to do with
school, students, school personnel without permission of the
Principal.

2.9 Encouraging others to violate rules: Willfully encouraging

others to commit any of the acts which are prohibited by these
Rules of Conduct is forbidden.

 Truancy: Any student who misses a day of school without the

permission of parent/legal guardian/medical excuse, etc., will be
considered truant from school. Students are provided with a daily
schedule/roster. Students shall not miss/skip a class without permission
or valid reason. Students who are absent without a valid excuse are
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 forbidden from coming on school grounds later that day, e.g. truant
students may not arrive on school grounds for dismissal, to pick up a
sibling or peer, to attend events or other activities, etc.

2.11 Theft: A student may not steal money or property from a

student, faculty/staff member or visitor.
Level Two - Approved Corrective Actions:
 Restorative Team Meeting
 Parent conference
 Suspension and/or a contract
 Restitution
 Any corrective action stated in Level 1 Offenses

Level Three Offenses

3.1 Indecent assault or indecent exposure: A student shall not touch
any other person or cause another person to touch him/her on any
intimate or sexual part of the body for the purpose of arousing or
gratifying sexual desire in either person or to intimidate the other
person. Further, a student shall not expose his/her genitals under
circumstances likely to cause affront or alarm to others. (Also See
Aggravated Offenses 3.4 below)

3.2 Assault on school personnel: A student shall not cause or attempt

to cause physical injury to any school employee, nor shall any
student make threats to cause physical injury to any school
personnel.

3.3 Possession of a weapon capable of causing death or serious

injury: A student shall not possess on his/her person, in his/her
personal effects, or in any storage area provided by the school, any
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 weapon capable of causing death or serious injury. Such weapons
shall include, but are not limited to, fire arms, knives with blades
two-inches or greater in length, razors, box cutters, BB guns, stun
guns, throwing stars, baseball bats, scissors or explosive or
incendiary devices.

3.4 Aggravated offenses: A student shall not engage in or attempt to

engage in conduct or encourage others to engage in conduct which
threatens the health, safety or welfare of any members of the
school community.

3.5 Conduct in violation of this rule shall include, but is not limited
to:
 Deliberate assaults on school personnel where injury results or
where a substantial likelihood of serious injury was present,
including but not limited to use of a weapon;
 A sale or distribution of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic,
amphetamine, barbiturate, steroid, growth hormone,
marijuana, alcoholic beverage or intoxicant. Possession of any
of the above substances in a quantity inconsistent with
possession for personal use, or under circumstances indicating
that possession was with the intent to sell or deliver, is subject
to the same disciplinary penalties as are actual sale or delivery;
 Arson;
 Rape, molestation or involuntary deviate sexual intercourse;
 Robbery or extortion;
 Assault on another student or school visitor which results in
serious bodily injury or involves the use of a weapon;
 Vandalism which results in the damage to or destruction of
school property which substantially disrupts or prevents the
school from carrying out any of its primary educational
responsibilities or programs;
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  Retaliation or threat of retaliation against a school employee,
witness or other for their part in any school investigation,
academic or disciplinary proceeding, or in the course of their
lawful responsibilities, in which the student’s or student’s
parent(s)’ conduct takes the form of intentional assault, threats
of bodily injury or death, repeated telephone, written, e-mail
and/or verbal or physical harassment or stalking, or property
damage.
 Theft of money or property from student, faculty/staff, or
visitor valued in excess of $50.00;
 Racist, sexist, or homophobic statements verbal or written,
displays, tattoos, or other actions designed to cause severe
psychological or physical harm to intimidate students,
faculty/staff or visitors.

3.6 Possession of illegal substances and/or drug paraphernalia: A

student shall not possess on his/her person, in his/her personal
effects, or in any storage or other area in the school any illegal
substances of any nature including prescription medications not
prescribed to student or any items associated with drug use, such as
blunts, “roach clips,” pipes, rolling papers, “baggies”, etc.

Level Three - Approved Corrective Actions:

 Expulsion
 Notification of the Philadelphia Police Department

Note: Internal school disciplinary action shall not in any way deprive
One Bright Ray Community High School or an individual victim from
pursuing any legal remedies available in the Criminal or Delinquency
Courts of the Commonwealth.

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 NON SUSPENSION

Discipline Meeting
A discipline meeting will take place with an Administrator when a
student violates any school’s Code of Conduct. The purpose of the
meeting is to discuss behavior infractions as indicated by a pink slip.
Results of the meeting can lead to further disciplinary action by the
school.

Conference/Reflection
A student conference may take place with respective parties to address
the current matter. Students 18 years or older may be sent home for a
period of personal reflection.

Parental Involvement
A parent or guardian is notified by telephone when a serious issue
occurs with a student. A parent or guardian will be notified if a student
is sent home or if the student is uncooperative and is being suspended.

In-School Discipline/Intervention
All students are subject to after school detentions issued by teachers
and/or school administrators, community/school service work, loss of
privileges, and temporary removal from class or assigned to a different
roster if deemed necessary by the administration.

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 SUSPENSION

Suspension is the disallowance for a time of permission to attend

classes, activities, and all other privileges of attendance at One Bright
Ray Community High School.

Students are subject to suspension if they violate the school’s Code of

Conduct. A student suspension will last until a parent/guardian can
reinstate the student back to school. An appointment must be
scheduled in order for a reinstatement meeting to occur. A student
must be in full school uniform to attend the reinstatement meeting.
Failure to schedule a reinstatement meeting by a parent or guardian
within three (3) days after the suspension will be documented in our
school’s attendance as unexcused absences. Continual refusal to
reinstate a student may jeopardize his/her placement in our school.
During the reinstatement meeting, the students must follow the four
steps of reinstatement:
 Explain the infraction
 Acknowledge responsibility for behavior
 Accept any punishment given
 Agree to additional conditions imposed, if any
One Bright Ray Community High School has two levels of
reinstatement meetings/hearings for students who have been
suspended or suspended-with-intent to expel.

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 EXPULSION

At the time of the infraction, the Dean of Students or Principal will

invite the parent to a “Suspension with Intent to Expel” meeting, at
which time the student and parent can express any extenuating
circumstances they feel merit reconsideration. The decision will be sent
by USPS registered mail.
If a student is expelled from One Bright Ray Community High School,
he/she may not return to this school and must, if 17 years or younger,
register in another school.
Any parent wishing to appeal the decision of the Principal may do so in
writing to the CEO within five working days of the
suspension/expulsion meeting or receipt of the decision, or in May to
request re-instatement for the next school year. Mail or hand-deliver
the request to:

Appeal - Chief Executive Officer

One Bright Ray Inc.
1142 East Erie Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19124
Note: All appeals must be in writing, must include date, and must have
the signature of parent/guardian

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 Contact Information

Simpson Campus Fairhill Campus

1142 E. Erie Ave 2820 N. 4th Street

Philadelphia, Pa. 19124 Philadelphia, Pa. 19134

Phone: 215-744-6000 Phone: 215-423-1776

Fax: 215-543-5944 Fax: 215-425-1213

Elmwood Campus

6404 Elmwood Ave

Philadelphia, Pa 19149

Phone: 215-488-1177

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 One Bright Ray Site Principal at Simpson
Community High School Campus
1142 East Erie Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19124
T 215.744-6000
F 215.543-5944
www.onebrightray.org

Simpson Bell Schedule

Academic School Year 2015 – 2016
ADV 7:50a.m.-7:58 a.m. 8 Min.
1 8:00a.m.- 8:54a.m. 54 Min.
2 8:56a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 54 Min.
3 9:52a.m. -10:46 a.m. 54 Min.
4A 10:48a.m. -11:18a.m. 30 Min.
4B 11:20a.m. -11:50a.m. 30 Min.
5 11:52a.m. -12:46p.m. 54 Min.
6 12:48p.m. -1:42p.m. 54 Min.
7 1:44p.m. -2:38p.m. 54 Min.
Half/Day Wednesday
Bell Schedule
ADV 7:50a.m.-7:58 a.m. 8 Min.

1 8:02a.m.- 8:35a.m. 33 Min.

2 8:37a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 33 Min.

3 9:12a.m. -9:45 a.m. 33 Min.

4 9:47a.m. -10:20a.m. 33 Min.

5 10:22a.m. -10:55a.m. 33 Min.

6 10:57 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 33 Min.
7 11:32 a.m. -12:05 a.m. 33 Min.

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 One Bright Ray Site Principal at
Community High School Elmwood Campus
6404 Elmwood Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19142
T 215.488.1177

www.onebrightray.org

Elmwood Bell Schedule

Academic School Year 2015 – 2016
ADV 7:50a.m.-7:58 a.m. 8 Min.

1 8:00a.m.- 8:54a.m. 54 Min.

2 8:56a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 54 Min.

3 9:52a.m. -10:46 a.m. 54 Min.

4A 10:48a.m. -11:18a.m. 30 Min.

4B 11:20a.m. -11:50a.m. 30 Min.

5 11:52a.m. -12:46p.m. 54 Min.

6 12:48p.m. -1:42p.m. 54 Min.

7 1:44p.m. -2:38p.m. 54 Min.

Half/Day Wednesday
Bell Schedule
ADV 7:50a.m.-7:58 a.m. 8 Min.

1 8:02a.m.- 8:35a.m. 33 Min.

2 8:37a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 33 Min.

3 9:12a.m. -9:45 a.m. 33 Min.

4 9:47a.m. -10:20a.m. 33 Min.

5 10:22a.m. -10:55a.m. 33 Min.

6 10:57 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 33 Min.

7 11:32 a.m. -12:05 a.m. 33 Min.

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 One Bright Ray Site Principal at Fairhill
Community High School Campus
2820 N.4th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19133
T 215.423.1776
F 215. 425.1213
www.onebrightray.org

Fairhill Bell Schedule

Academic School Year 2015 – 2016
ADV 7:50a.m.-7:58 a.m. 8 Min.

1 8:02 a.m.- 8:56a.m. 54 Min.

2 8:58a.m. - 9:52 a.m. 54 Min.

3 9:54a.m. -10:48 a.m. 54 Min.

4A 10:50a.m. -11:20a.m. 30 Min.

4B 11:22a.m. -11:52a.m. 30 Min.

5A 11:54a.m. -12:24p.m. 30 Min.

5B 12:26 p.m. – 12:56 p.m.. 30 Min.

6 12:58 p.m. -1:52p.m. 54 Min.

7 1:54p.m. -2:48p.m. 54 Min.

Half/Day Wednesday
Bell Schedule
ADV 7:50a.m.-7:58 a.m. 8 Min.

1 8:02a.m.- 8:35a.m. 33 Min.

2 8:37a.m. - 9:10 a.m. 33 Min.

3 9:12a.m. -9:45 a.m. 33 Min.

4 9:47a.m. -10:20a.m. 33 Min.

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 5 10:22a.m. -10:55a.m. 33 Min.

6 10:57 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 33 Min.

7 11:32 a.m. -12:05 a.m. 33 Min.

2015-2016 Academic Calendar

183 School Days
(8/19/2015)

Module 1: September 8, 2015-October 30, 2015 (37 Instructional Days, 9 Weeks)

Tuesday, September 8, 2015: First Day of School for Students, First Day Module 1A
Wednesday, September 16, 2015: Open House at the Fairhill Campus
Monday, September 21, 2015: Student Progress Reports
Wednesday, September 23, 2015: TABE Test at Simpson and Fairhill; Open House at the Elmwood Campus
Friday, September 25, 2015: Papal Visit (Offices and School Closed)
Wednesday, September 30, 2015: TABE Test at Simpson and Fairhill; Open House at the Simpson Campus
Monday, October 5, 2015: First Day Module 1B; Student Progress Reports
Wednesday, October 7, 2015: Professional Development for all Employees (Offices Open, School Closed)
Monday, October 12, 2015: Columbus Day (Offices and School Closed)
Wednesday, October 14, 2015: College Day at the Fairhill Campus
Monday, October 19, 2015: Student Progress Reports
Wednesday, October 21, 2015: College Day at the Simpson Campus
Friday October 30, 2015: Zero Day for Module Graduates/Move-Up Day at the Simpson Campus
Monday November 2, 2015: Student Make-Up Day (Student Invite Only)
Tuesday–Friday, November 3-6, 2015: Module Break (Offices Open, School Closed)
Tuesday – Thursday, November 3 – 5, 2015: New Student Orientation for M2
Friday, November 6, 2015: Move-Up Orientation at the Fairhill Campus, Report Card Pick Up/Conferences
Module 2: November 9, 2015-January 8, 2016 (35 Instructional Days, 10 Weeks)
Monday, November 9, 2015: First Day for Module 2A
Wednesday, November 11, 2015: Veterans Day (Office and School Closed)
Monday, November 23, 2015: Student Progress Reports
Thursday – Friday, November 26-27, 2015: Thanksgiving Break (Offices and School Closed)
Wednesday, December 2, 2015: TABE Test at the Elmwood Campus
Monday, December 7, 2015: First Day Module 2B; Student Progress Reports
Wednesday, December 9, 2015: Professional Development for all Employees (Offices Open, School Closed)
Wednesday, December 16, 2015: TABE Test at the Simpson and Fairhill Campuses
Monday, December 21, 2015: Student Progress Reports
Thursday – Friday, December 24, 2015 to January 1, 2016: Winter Break
Wednesday – Friday, January 6- 8, 2016: Keystone Exam
Friday, January 8, 2016: Zero Day for Module Graduates/Move-Up Day at the Simpson Campus
Monday January 11, 2016: Student Make-Up Day (Student Invite Only)
Tuesday – Friday, January 12-15, 2016: Module Break (Offices open, School Closed)
Tuesday – Thursday, January 12 – 14, 2016: New Student Orientation for M3

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Friday, January 15, 2015: Move-Up Orientation Fairhill Campus, Report Card Pick up/Conferences, Winter
Graduation
Monday, January 18, 2016: Martin Luther King Day (Offices and School Closed)

Module 3: January 19, 2016-March 11, 2016 (38 Instructional Days, 9 Weeks)
Tuesday, January 19, 2016: First Day of Module 3A
Monday, February 1, 2016: Student Progress Reports
Wednesday, February 3, 2016: Career Day at the Fairhill Campus
Wednesday, February 10, 2016: Career Day at the Simpson campus
Monday, February 15, 2016: President’s Day (Offices and School Closed)
Tuesday, February 16, 2016: Professional Development for all Employees (Offices Open, School Closed)
Wednesday, February 17, 2016: First Day of Module 3B; Student Progress Reports
Tuesday - Friday, February 23-26, 2016: Middle States Visit
Monday, February 29, 2016: Student Progress Reports
Friday, March 11, 2016: Zero Day for Module 3 Graduates/Move-Up Day
Monday, March 14, 2016: Student Make Up Day (Student Invite Only)
Tuesday – Friday, March 15-18, 2016: Module Break (Offices Open, School Closed)
Tuesday – Thursday, March 15 – 17, 2016: New Student Orientation for M4
Friday, March 18, 2016: Move Up Orientation, Report Card Pick Up/Conferences
Module 4: March 21, 2016-May 20, 2016 (42 Instructional Days, 10 Weeks)
Monday, March 21, 2016: First Day of Module 4A
Thursday – Monday, March 24-28, 2016: Spring Break
Wednesday, April 6, 2016: College Day at the Fairhill Campus
Monday, April 11, 2016: Student Progress Reports
Wednesday, April 13, 2016: TABE Test at the Simpson and Fairhill Campuses
Wednesday, April 20, 2016: TABE Test at the Elmwood Campus; College Day at Simpson Campus
Monday, April 25, 2016: First Day of Module 4B; Student Progress Reports
Wednesday, April 27, 2016: Professional Development for all Employees (Offices Open, School Closed)
Monday, May 9, 2016: Student Progress Reports
Tuesday – Thursday, May 17 – 19, 2016: Keystone Exam
Friday, May 20, 2016: Zero Day for Module Graduates/Move-Up Day, One Bright Ray Prom (Office Open till
12pm)
Monday, May 23, 2016: Student Make Up Day (Student Invite Only)
Tuesday– Friday, May 24 – 27, 2016: Module Break (Offices Open, School Closed)
Tuesday – Thursday, May 24 – 26, 2016: New Student Orientation for Summer Session 1
Friday, May 27, 2016: Move Up Orientation, Report Card Pick Up/Conferences
Monday, May 30, 2016: Memorial Day (Offices and School Closed)
Tuesday – Friday, May 31 – June 3, 2016: Summer Break (Offices and School Closed)
Module 5 (Summer Sessions): June 6- July 29, 2016 (31 Instructional Days, 8 Weeks)
Monday, June 6, 2016: First Day of Summer Session One
June 20, 2016: Student Progress Reports
Thursday, June 30, 2016: Last Day of Summer Session One
Monday, July 4, 2016: Independence Day (Offices and School Closed)
Tuesday, July 5, 2016: First Day of Summer Session Two
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Monday, July 18, 2016: Student Progress Reports
Thursday, July 28, 2016: Last Day of Summer Session Two
Thursday, August 4, 2016: Summer Graduation

Instructional Days Per Module Instructional Days Per Month

Module 1: 37 Module 4: 42 September: 16 December: 16 March: 16 June: 16
Module 2: 35 Module 5: 31 October: 20 January: 15 April: 20 July: 15
Module 3: 38 November: 14 February: 19 May: 16

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