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Brooklyn High School

Home of the Hurricanes Student Handbook Presentation 2013-2014

Administration

Administrators ִMiss. Hostetler- Principal ִMr. Horton - Assistant Principal ִMr. Kelber- Athletic Director Counselors ִMr. Ross ִMr. Plucinsky Secretaries ִMrs. Hastings, Mrs. Lally, and Mrs. Kriausky Our role is to help you have a successful school year here at Brooklyn High School.

Philosophy

All students can learn All students have the right to a safe and clean learning environment This is your school – take pride in it and reap the rewards

Brooklyn High School Hurricanes: Our Pledge

We the students of Brooklyn High School pledge to work hard, show respect to all and be responsible for our own behavior. We pledge to do our part to make our school a positive, caring and safe place to learn. We will set high expectations for ourselves and graduate with the skills necessary to be successful in any college or career path we choose.

Our Challenge To You:

What will you do to improve everyday?

Why is education so important?

The median earnings of full-time, year- round workers with: an advanced degree were $74,000. a bachelor’s had median earnings of $56,000. high school diploma were $33,000. less than high school diploma had $25,000 median earnings.

Front Door Sidewalk ProgressBook access Building will not open until 7 A.M. for students No Instructional Fees New photo company, Ripcho Studios No ear buds or head phones will be allowed in the hallways Attendance will be a point of emphasis!

2013-2014 Improvements

Bell Schedule

Brooklyn High School Daily Schedule

2013-2014 School Year 8:00-8:46 1st Period 8:50-9:41 2nd Period 8:50-8:55 Announcements/Attendance 9:45-10:31 3rd Period 10:34-10:58 4A Lunch 11:01-11:52 4th Period A 11:01-11:25 4B Lunch 10:34-10:58 4th Period B 11:28-11:52 4th Period B 11:28-11:52 4C Lunch 10:34-11:25 4th Period C 11:55-12:41 5th Period 12:45-1:31 6th Period 1:35-2:21 7th Period 2:25-3:11 8th Period

Graduation Requirements

Class of 2014 and Beyond

• English 4
• Social Science 3.5
• Mathematics 4*
• Science 3
• Computer Education 1
• Fine or Practical Arts 1.5
• Physical Education 0.5
• Health 0.5
• Electives 5

___________________________ Credit Hours 23

Graduation Requirements

In addition to the aforementioned course/credit requirements, the following requirements must be met for graduation:

• 1. Pass all five parts of the Ohio Graduation Test
• 2. Fulfill community service requirements (Students must

complete at least 20 hours of community service projects prior to graduation.)

• 3. Paid Fees/fines
• 4. Cleared discipline obligation
• 5. Passing all classes necessary/required for graduation

Attendance

School is your job – it is your responsibility to be here Excused absences (illness, illness in family, death of relative, religious holiday, emergencies) credit for make-up work is permitted – you are given the same number of days as you were out Unexcused absences (babysitting, oversleeping, car trouble, etc.) credit for make-up work is NOT permitted

TARDINESS

Tardy to School (per semester) The following chart delineates consequences for being tardy to school unless medical documentation is provided:

1-3 Times Tardy to School: No Action Taken 4 Times Tardy to School: School Detention 5 Times Tardy to School: Wednesday School 6 Times Tardy to School: Saturday School 6+ Times Tardy to School: Chronic Problem, Parent Conference Further Action Taken Above 10 Times Tardy= Conference with Parent, Social Restrictions, or Out of School Suspension.

Be Present!

Absences effect performance! Tardiness effects performance!

Grading System

Letter Grade Determination The percentage scale listed below determines the letter grade on the report cards.

100-93 = A 76-73= C 92-90 = A- 72-70 = C- 89-87 = B+ 69-67 = D+ 86-83 = B 66-63 = D 82-80 = B- 62-60 = D- 79-77 = C+ 59-0 = F

Grading Policy

In order to pass a semester course, students must pass 2 of the 3 grading opportunities (quarter, quarter and exam). In order to pass a year course, students must pass 2 of the 3 grading

• pportunities in each semester portion of the course.

Semester Grade Determination Each nine-week period will count 40%. Final Exams will be given and count 20% of the student’s final grade. EXAMPLE: F D F= FAILURE D F D= PASS Use ProgressBook to monitor your grades and assignments on a regular basis!

Grade Placement

All students should carry a minimum of six (6) credits. Students should carry more than 6 credits to take full advantage of the curriculum.

• To be classified as a:

10th Grader 5.75 Credits 11th Grader 11.50 Credits 12th Grader 17.25 Credits

• In order for 8th grade students to be promoted to the 9th grade,

students must pass 4 of 6 grading opportunities. Two of those passing marks must be within the second semester. Grading

• pportunities include the four grading periods, as well as the

midterm and final exam.

ACADEMIC AWARDS

Honor and Merit Roll Academic Banquet (Invitation Only) Academic Letter National Honor Society Scholar-Athlete Awards Department Academic Awards Student of the Month Local Scholarships Top 10% Refer to Student Handbook for eligibility and requirements.

School Rules & Procedures

You are responsible to know the rules and procedures at BHS. Sources of Information

ִStudent Handbook/Agenda Book ִPosters ִAssemblies/Visits ִStaff

School Rules & Procedures

School Code of Conduct is far reaching.

ִRoutes to and from school ִAll Brooklyn City School property ִSchool Sponsored Events

⌧Field Trips ⌧Sporting Events ⌧Clubs and activities

General Building Rules

Report to all classes on time and be prepared. Display appropriate behavior at all times. Follow the Dress Code at all times. No food is to leave the cafeteria. Students must have their student ID with them

at ALL times.

You are responsible for your personal

belongings! Please use caution with your

• valuables. Keep your locker locked at all times!

Purchase a combination lock for your gym locker!

Tank Tops will not be permitted at any time. All shirts must have a sleeve that covers the shoulder. Pajama pants are not permitted. Proper underclothing must be worn and should not be visible. Skirts and shorts must be of an appropriate length. Clothing with printing that fails to meet the standards of good taste is not permitted. (i.e. alcohol, drug or cigarette logos, inappropriate words or gestures, gang identification and logos, slogans or pictures promoting violence or death)

• Administration has the right to determine appropriate attire.

Dress Code

Electronic Devices

Students are permitted to use electronic devices during regular school (7:50-3:11) hours for educational purposes. Students must have permission from an administrator or a teacher and must have completed the proper paperwork. These items include but are not limited to: cell phones, iPods, MP3 players, CD players, digital cameras and video cameras. Devices should NOT be used for playing games, texting, social media, taking video or pictures Earbuds and headphones are not permitted in the hallways.

Cafeteria Rules

1. Follow directions the first time they are given. 2. Walk in and out of the cafeteria 3. Talk in a normal tone of voice, no shouting 4. Food lines are to be orderly, no cutting or saving places. 5. Students are expected to clean their tables and the surrounding floor area and will be asked to remain until the task is completed. 6. Students are not to leave until dismissed by the cafeteria supervisors.

• 7. Food and drinks are to be eaten only in the

cafeteria.

Bullying/Harassment

Harassment, intimidation, or bullying means any intentional written, verbal, graphic, or physical acts, including electronically transmitted (i.e. Internet, e- mail, cellular telephone, personal digital assistant) that a student or group of students exhibits toward another particular student(s).

Insubordination/Escalation

Insubordination – failure to comply with directions of teachers or other school personnel Escalation – feeding into a situation to make it worse

Hallway Behavior

Walk Inside Voices Hands to Self Be Courteous Be Respectful Appropriate Language Running Yelling PDA Pushing Profanity Disrespect Electronic Devices

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Disciplinary Options For Misconduct (not necessarily in order)

Progression of consequences will increase by frequency and seriousness of violations. Administration reserves the right to assign consequences due to the severity and frequency of the offense.

Community Service Parent contact/conference Expulsion Revoking Driver’s License Teacher Detention Social Restrictions Office Detention Saturday School Out of School Suspension (OSS) Wednesday School

Next Steps

Review the Student Handbook Do you have any questions???

Concerns or Questions

• Miss. Hostetler, Principal

(216) 485-8163

• Mr. Horton, Assistant Principal

(216) 485-8175

• Mr. Ross, 11th-12th Grade & AVID School Counselor

(216) 485-8168

• Mr. Plucinsky, 8th-10th Grade School Counselor

(216) 485-8166

Have a great year!!!