Honoka`a High and Intermediate School

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Vision To empower all students with the confidence and ability to pursue their dreams

Mission Honoka`a High and Intermediate School seeks to inspire and challenge students to pursue their goals.

Through the implementation of quality instruction in a rigorous academic environment and opportunities that nurture personal growth, students are enabled to achieve their maximum potential

and become productive members of society.

Alma Mater Beneath the Calm Blue Azure Skies

Our Alma Mater Lies The Glorious Creed We Onward Bear

We Will Fail Thee Never To Highest Goals We Forward March

With Never Failing Vigor We're First and Last and Always For

The Green and Gold Forever The Green and Gold Our Colors Dear

The Green and Gold Forever We're One and All and Always For

The Green and Gold Forever

Honoka`a High and Intermediate School’s Code of Conduct At Honoka`a High and Intermediate School, students are expected to demonstrate personal pride and school spirit through their behavior. Students are also expected to respect other students, the faculty and staff, and school property at all times. This respect creates healthy relationships that are necessary in nurturing a safe and healthy learning environment. At Honoka`a, students need to be cognizant that their behavior is not only a reflection of themselves, but also of their family, school, and community.

Student Kuleana: Be responsible for my own learning.

- Set priorities and goals - Manage time wisely - Work towards goals - Take responsibility for my personal action

Work well with others. - Work towards group goals - Communicate effectively in groups - Recognize that each individual must contribute to the general welfare of the community

Be a good thinker and problem solver. - Use learning experiences for intellectual development - Develop different ways of looking at the world to solve problems in society

Recognize and produce quality performance and quality products. - Be able to see and know what quality work looks like - Be able to see and know when quality work is being produced - Be able to contribute to producing quality work

Be able to communicate effectively. Be able to use a variety of technologies effectively and ethically.

Parent Kuleana: - Attend to my child’s physical, emotional, social and behavioral development. - Provide home support for my child’s meeting the Common Core State Standards. - Support my child’s school and teachers. - Be a life-long learner and teacher.

Teacher Kuleana: - Consistently engage students in appropriate experiences that support their development as

independent learners. - Consistently create a safe and positive learning environment that encourages social interaction, civic

responsibility, active engagement in learning and self-motivation. - Consistently provide opportunities that are inclusive and adapted to diverse learners. - Consistently enrich communication in the learning environment.

- Consistently demonstrate competency in my content area(s) to develop students’ thinking, problem solving and learning skills.

- Designs, plans, and implements meaningful learning experiences for students. - Uses a variety of active learning strategies to develop students’ thinking, problem solving, and

learning skills. - Consistently apply appropriate assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous

intellectual, social, physical and emotional development of the learner. - Continually evaluate the effects of each of my students ‘choices and actions and actively seek

opportunities to grow professionally. - Establish and maintain strong working relationships with parents and members of the school

community to support student learning.

Administration Kuleana: - Provide leadership in school and instructional improvement. - Promote a positive climate for learning and an atmosphere of caring and respect for all students and

members of the school community. - Maintain high standards of professionalism. - Manage the full scope of school administrative responsibilities.

Commencement (Graduation) Exercises Commencement exercises may be scheduled any time after the last day of school for seniors. The last day of school for seniors shall be set by the Hawaii State Department of Education. Students shall be permitted to participate in commencement if they:

1) Meet the requirements for a diploma or a certificate

2) Have fulfilled their financial obligations; and

3) Meet other conditions, established by the school and Department of Education, which meet the standards of clarity, reasonableness, and justifiability (see below)

The Graduation Ceremony is a privilege and is not required by the Department of Education. It is optional and celebrated at the discretion of each school. Therefore, students desiring to participate in graduation ceremony are subject to rules, regulations and guidelines set forth by the school. Students are expected to conduct themselves in a dignified manner and adhere to all school rules and regulations throughout the graduation ceremony. According to the Board of Education Policy, any senior who commits an A or B offense or commits a second C or D Offense in the fourth quarter of their senior year may not have the privilege to participate in commencement exercises. Although one does not participate in the commencement exercises, a diploma will be granted if the requirements are met.

Graduation Fees Each senior shall be assessed a $20.00 graduation fee. This fee shall be in addition to the class and student government dues. Students electing to participate in the ceremony shall clear obligations before

participating in any co-curricular activities for the senior year. The fee shall be used to cover expenses of the graduation ceremony.

Should a student not participate in the ceremony for ay reason, refunds may be given until one week (7 calendar days) prior to the ceremony.

Graduation Requirements (Credits)

High School Diploma A Hawaii High School Diploma shall be issued to students who meet the above minimum course and credit requirements (Board of Education Policy 4540, 10/4/2011).

1. Two credits in a single World Language. Credits must be taken in sequence with consecutive course numbers in the study of one language.

2. Two credits in a Fine Arts discipline: Visual Arts, Music, Drama or Dance. Credits do not need to be in a single discipline.

3. CTE: Two credits need to be in a single career pathway program of study sequence. JROTC: Two consecutive JROTC courses fulfill CTE two credits for diploma requirement

CREDITS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

English 4 credits including: English Language Arts 1 (1.0 credit); and English Language Arts 2 (1.0 credit); and Expository Writing* (0.5 credit); and

English Language Arts basic electives (1.5 credits)

Social Studies 4 credits including: U.S. History and Government (1.0 credit); and World History and Culture (1.0 credit); and Modern History of Hawaii (0.5 credit); and Participation in a Democracy (0.5 credit); and Social

Studies basic elective (1.0 credit)

Mathematics 3 credits including: Algebra 1 (1.0 credit); and Geometry (1.0 credit); and mathematics basic elective (1.0 credit)

Science 3 credits including: Biology 1 (1.0 credit); and science basic electives (2.0 credits)

• World Language (note 1)

• Fine Arts (note 2)

• Career and Technical Education / JROTC (note 3)

2 credits in one of the specified programs of study.

Physical Education (P.E.) 1 credit including Physical Education Lifetime Fitness (0.5 credit); and Physical Education basic elective (0.5 credit)

Health 0.5 credit in Health Today and Tomorrow

Personal Transition Plan 0.5 credit

Electives (Any Subject Area) 6 credits

TOTAL: 24 credits

Honors Recognition Certificate Requirements In addition to meeting the requirements for the Hawaii High School Diploma, students must attain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above to qualify for a honors recognition certificate in one or more of the honors described below.

Academic Honors:

• 4 credits of Math: The four credits must include one credit for Algebra 2 and one credit beyond Algebra 2. The credit beyond Algebra 2 must be earned via the following courses or equivalent AP or IB or Running Start math courses: Algebra 3, Trigonometry, Analytic Geometry, Precalculus, Probability, Statistics, Introduction to College Mathematics, or Calculus. AND

• 4 credits of Science: Of the four credits, one credit must be in Biology 1 or equivalent IB Biology; or AP Biology courses. AND

• 2 credits minimum must be from AP/IB/Running Start courses (equivalent to credits for two college courses).

CTE Honors:

Completes program of study (2-3 courses in sequence plus a state-identified specific academic course requirement).

• Earn a B or better in each required program of study (coursework)

• Meet or exceed proficiency on performance-based assessments for corresponding program of study

Completes one of the following written assessments for the corresponding program of study:

• Earn at least 70% on each end-of-course assessment

• Earn a nationally recognized certificate

• Earn a passing score on a Dual Credit Articulated Program of Study assessment

STEM Honors:

• 4 credits of Math: The four credits must include one credit for Algebra 2 and one credit beyond Algebra 2. The credit beyond Algebra 2 must be earned via the following courses or equivalent AP or IB or Running Start math courses: Algebra 3, Trigonometry, Analytic Geometry, Precalculus, Probability, Statistics, Introduction to College Mathematics, or Calculus. AND

• 4 credits of Science: Of the four credits, one credit must be in Biology 1 or equivalent IB Biology; or AP Biology courses.

• Successful completion of a STEM Capstone Project in one of the approved ACCN courses.

Grade Point Average This cumulative grade point average applies to all graduates:

• Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.0 to 3.5 • Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.5+ to 3.8, and • Summa Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8+ and above.

Valedictorian Designation Effective for the Class of 2016 and beyond, graduating seniors will be declared valedictorian if the following criteria are met:

GPA of 4.0; and

• Earned and met the requirements of one of the Honor Recognition Certificates.

Student Attendance / Tardies Absences: Regular and prompt attendance to each class is the student's responsibility. Students are expected to be in class daily and on time in order to meet the Common Core State Standards. Ten (10) or more absences from school per semester will be monitored and may result in a court petition for non-attendance. Students who are petitioned for non-attendance will may be placed under the protective supervision of the Department of Education in the Family Court System. Protective supervision will involve monthly appearances in court (by the student & parent), community services sanctions for non-attendance, and may also include additional court ordered actions. If a student comes to school tardy half (1/2) a day, that student will be considered absent for the day, unless it is a valid excuse for a medical, dental, court and bereavement. Administration will decide if the tardy slip is valid and not considered an absent day.

1) Suspensions are not considered to be unexcused absences as they are disciplinary actions and thereby counts as an absence.

2) Class cuts: Students are expected to attend all classes unless there is a legitimate reason. Class cutting is prohibited and may be subject to disciplinary action. A teacher cannot detain a student without permission from the incoming teacher. If the student chooses to stay in another class to complete work, do extra credit, etc., the student must first obtain permission from his/her assigned teacher and the receiving teacher. The receiving teacher is responsible for notification of attendance to the assigned teacher.

Tardies:

Punctuality is a value that is encouraged at Honoka`a High and Intermediate. It is the student’s responsibility to arrive at his/her class on time every day. Students are expected to be in their classrooms BEFORE the tardy bell rings. When a student is tardy to school, he/she will check in with the office to obtain an admit slip to show their teacher. Any student who arrives after the tardy bell without an excused not will be marked tardy. This procedure will be enforced every day for each class throughout the school year. Chronic tardiness is a Chapter 19 Class D offense and may be subject to:

1) Disciplinary action according to Chapter 19 guidelines for student misconduct and,

2) A petition for student non-attendance. Students who are not present in their scheduled classes

for at least half of the period (without an excused not) are considered absent.

If a student is tardy to class three times, the teacher will write a referral, which will result in a lunch detention. If a student receives three tardy referrals, he/she will receive one day In-School Suspension (ISS). When ISS is served, the consequence cycle starts over.

Excused Absence from school:

“Absent” means that the student is not physically present in school or in a scheduled class for at least half of the school day or class period except if the student is on an authorized school activity. Any student absent from school is required to bring a note signed by a parent/guardian explaining the absence within five (5) days upon the student’s return to school. The school will decide if the absence is valid. Examples of valid absences include absence for medical, dental, court, and bereavement. An absence admit slip will be given to the student (for excused absences) who in turn, shows it to all his/her teachers. Excessive absenteeism of 10 or more absences per semester, will be referred to Family Court for nonattendance, which will may lead to protective supervision of the Department of Education in the Family Court System.

Authorized School Activities: Students are not marked absent from school / class for school approved activities. These activities include but are not limited to: field trips, athletic events, student government activities, early admission programs, work study programs, musical presentations, and school-generated call slips such as those from counselors, administration, health room, etc. Students who miss authorized class time are still responsible for missed class work.

When to Report an Absence If your child is absent or tardy a signed note is REQUIRED If you want to release your child from school early a signed note is REQUIRED

• If your child is driving or walking to a destination without an adult present, your note should state such information.

• If your child is being signed-out by an adult who is not listed on the emergency card please state the name of the adult in your note. An ID will be required from the adult signing-out your child.

• All students must be signed-out from the office. • Phone calls will be accepted only for emergency cases.

Electronic Devices Personal electronic devices are to be used only during non-instructional time (before, and /after school, and recess) or at a teacher’s discretion. Violation of electronic devices rules will be considered a Chapter 19 class D offense.

Teachers will specify details of their policy of use in the classroom in their syllabus. Any insubordination in regard to the use of a cell phone could result in a Chapter 19 class C offense. The school is not responsible for personal electronic devices phones, and students bring them to school at their

own risk. The school will not be held liable for any of these items if lost or stolen. *Be prepared to be held accountable for your actions and for the loss of privileges if the rules of appropriate use are violated.

SCHOOL COMPUTER USE IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES. All students are expected to be ethical users of technology on campus, with both school and personal technological devices - including personal cell phones

Computer Guidelines are as follows: 1. Do not use a computer to harm other people or their work. 2. Cyber bullying will have Chapter 19 consequences 3. Do not damage or disable the computer, school technological devices, or the network in any

way. 4. Do not interfere with the operation of the network by installing illegal software, shareware

or freeware. 5. Do not violate copyright laws. 6. Do not view, send, stream, or display messages or pictures that may be considered

offensive to others. 7. Do not share your password with another person. 8. Do not trespass in another’s folders, works, or files. 9. Do not load games onto computers for personal use, ever! 10.Do not download music or movies without teacher permission. 11. Social media is prohibited on school campus and school activities 12.Notify an adult immediately if by accident, you encounter materials that violate appropriate

use.

Technology (i.e. Computers, internet, and electronic mail) Honoka`a High and Intermediate School offers students computer access to the intranet as well as a school issued Gmail account. To gain access to email and the internet, all students must obtain parental permission by filling out the “Honoka`a High and Intermediate School Acceptable Use Agreement for Computers” form. Every student must obtain a computer pass in order to use campus computers each year. Students found abusing or misusing computers or sites will lose all computer privileges up to 4 years. The use of the computer network is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked if abused. Hawaii DOE Cyber bullying policies will be enforced.

Dress Code Student dress should not disrupt the educational process. Any student who is in violation of the “dress code” will be given appropriate attire to wear for the remainder of the day, and at the end of the day

they will exchange the attire for their clothing. Students may be sent home if the dress code violation cannot be corrected. Inappropriate attire consists of the following:

Acceptable Unacceptable

Tank Top

Shorts

• Spaghetti straps

• Butt cheeks showing • Less than 3” from inseam

• Minimum of 3” inseam

• Bra, breasts, or belly showing

Off Limits Areas Off Limits Area To better supervise students during the school day, the following areas are off-limits to students when not directly supervised by adult school personnel for school or class-related activities.

1. Areas behind Building A, B, P4, P5, P7, P13, P14 and C (Auditorium). 2. Concrete steps and stone wall boundary fronting Mamane Street (Makai of Building A),

behind Library, behind H Building 3. Area surrounding Building D (Wood Shop). 4. Paved road above Building G (Office/Library) and H all the way to Building D (Wood Shop). 5. Area behind Building E from E1 to E13. 6. Area between the cafeteria and the Elementary School. 7. Area behind the armory and around the swimming pool and portable lockers. 8. The Elementary School, including the benches fronting the administration building.

This includes after Honoka`a High and Intermediate School day ends. 9. Home Economics, Auto Shop, Agriculture and Music buildings during lunch and recess,

Acceptable Unacceptable

T-shirts

• Reference to drugs & alcohol, • Profanity, and • Cleavage

Unacceptable

     

a. except under the supervision of a teacher. The Waipi`o end of the Music building is off-limits at all times.

10.Area behind Building W (Waipi`o and Makai sides) including behind the school tennis courts. (Students in grades 9-12 are prohibited from this area.)

11. Areas below the last seat at the bottom of the covered bleachers and the dugouts. 12.No loitering in restrooms or yellow-marked areas.

Disciplinary Plan Please note that suspensions can be served out of school, depending on the misconduct. The procedure listed below apply to both in school and out of school suspensions.

• The first time a student is suspended, he/she is ineligible to participate in any school related activity (sports, field trips/off campus-excursions, dances, sports events, extra-curricular club activities, Homecoming activities) during the term of the suspension.

• Athletes can neither practice nor play games during their suspension days. • Suspensions are cumulative and will not be concurrent. • All misconduct / behavioral problems will be subject to CSSS interventions and review. • The Alternative Learning Center and the Twilight Program maybe utilized in the disciplinary

process.

*The administration reserves the right to issue a “Letter of Trespass” to anyone who threatens the safety and security of the school. Anyone receiving a “Letter of Trespass” will not be allowed on school property during the after school hours for a calendar year. Students receiving a “Letter of Trespass” will only be allowed on campus during regular school hours or unless otherwise directed.

**The administration reserves the right to refuse the participation of students in any school related on/off-campus event.

***Administration reserves the right to adapt disciplinary guidelines

Expected Behavior at Assemblies or Pep Rallies Assemblies are co-curricular events that are sponsored by the Honoka`a High School Student Body Government or by a school group for the purpose of enriching student life. Therefore, it is a privilege to participate in assemblies. Coordinators spend many hours in planning and preparation, therefore students should show respect and appreciation for their efforts. At Honoka`a High and Intermediate School students are expected to demonstrate pride and loyalty to the school through their behavior. Students understand that their behavior is not only a reflection of themselves or their families, but also the school, faculty and community.

Assembly Rules:

1. When an assembly has been scheduled, students must report promptly and directly to their designated seating areas at the assembly site - no loitering should occur.

2. Students may not leave campus during assembly time without appropriate passes. 3. Teachers must sit in their assigned areas along with their students OR in an area where they can supervise

them. 4. Hats, visors, headgear, hoods, and sunglasses must be removed upon entering the gym. 5. Electronic devices should not be visible and should be turned off during assemblies / rallies. 6. Students should be respectful at all times - no heckling, booing, shouting, or throwing of objects. 7. Students must remain SEATED UNTIL THEY ARE DISMISSED. Only those with authorized passes,

e.g. cafeteria workers, off-campus passes, may leave the assembly prior to its completion.

DOE Chapter 19 Offenses

CLASS A OFFENSES

(Prohibited by Law) Assault Burglary Dangerous instrument, or substance; possession or use of Dangerous weapons; possession, or use of; Drug paraphernalia; possession, use, or sale of; Extortion Fighting; Firearms; possession or use of; Homicide Illicit drugs; possession, use or sale of; Intoxicating substances; possession, use, or sale of; (alcohol) Property damage or vandalism Robbery Sexual Offenses Terroristic threatening

CLASS B OFFENSES (Prohibited by Law)

Bullying Cyber bullying Disorderly Conduct; False Alarm Forgery Gambling Harassment Hazing Inappropriate or questionable uses, or both of internet materials or equipment, or both; Theft; Trespassing

PlagiarismPlagiarism is the theft of another person’s words or ideas and passing it off as one’s own. Teachers will address this issue within their syllabi and make the consequences clear to both parents and their students.

Public Displays of Affection (PDA) Students are to refrain from embracing, kissing, and other overt displays of affection, which may be interpreted by others as undue familiarity and improper conduct in a school setting. Consequences will range from verbal warning to detention or suspension.

Special Notes Parking Due to limited parking spaces, all parking on campus is designated for faculty and staff only. Student parking is not offered on campus and those who wish to drive to school assume all liability for vehicles wherever they are parked. Student drivers should be mindful of time restrictions in public parking areas and will not be excused from class should vehicles be ticketed or towed.

Early Release / Modified Schedule Students who have met or are close to achieving the credit requirements for graduation may obtain early release only if attending college classes or are employed. Students must maintain a minimum of at least (4) credits (Can be e-school online, NHERC/ HCC) during the entire time of their early release. If a student is no longer attending college or is no longer employed, he/she must return to school to register for a full schedule of classes. All early release applications MUST be processed within the official class change time period.

CLASS C OFFENSES (Prohibited by DOE)

Abusive language Class cutting Insubordination Laser pen/laser pointer; possession or use of; Leaving campus without consent; Smoking or use of tobacco substances (including e cigarettes Truancy

CLASS D OFFENSES (Prohibited by School)

Contraband; possession or use of; Minor problem behaviors such as; 1. “Defiance/disrespect/non-compliance” 2. “Disruption” which means student

engages in low intensity, inappropriate disruption

3. “Dress code violation” 4. “Inappropriate language” 5. “Physical contact” 6. “Property misuse” which means student

engages in low-intensity misuse of property;

7. “Tardy” (C) Other Violations of School Rules such as but not limited to: Lying/Cheating; Off Limits Area; Meal tracker Violations, Aiding and/or Conspiring a Conflict, Inappropriate Public Display of Affection (PDA)

***School Principal reserves the right to adapt early release guidelines for all students based on the individual circumstances.***

Student Visitors To ensure the safety and security of all students and staff, students may NOT bring student visitors on campus during the school day. Unauthorized visitors may be directed to leave campus and / or receive a trespass notice.

Credit Recovery Credit Recovery Policy Honoka`a High & Intermediate Schools’ current schedule allows a student the opportunity to earn 28 credits over their 4 years in high school. Based on this schedule, students have the opportunity to graduate with “extra” credits. Students will be required to re-take failed classes during the following school year or successfully complete a State of Hawaii Summer School or E-School Program. No correspondence applications will be processed until the student’s senior year. The principal must approve enrollment in any credit recovery program. It is limited to students who will not be able to meet graduation requirements by their projected graduation date.

***The school Principal reserves the right to adapt credit recovery guidelines for IDEA students and home schooled students.***

Class Change / Drop Policy

Due to changes in department procedures, budgeting, and position allocation, student class changes have been significantly limited. All class changes will adhere to the following guidelines:

• All class change needs to be made a minimum of 3 weeks prior to the end of the quarter without penalty. Any class change within the last 3 weeks of the end of that quarter will result in the change effective in the following quarter.

• For year courses, no class drop will be allowed after the end of the 3rd quarter. Year grade will be issued if beyond the 3rd quarter

• For semester courses, no class drop will be allowed after the mid-quarter of the 2nd quarter of that semester. Semester grade will be issued if beyond the 2nd mid-quarter period.

7th 8th 9th 10 11 12

Class Dues $6.00 $6.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00

Student government Fee

$7.00 $7.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00

Administrative Fee $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00

Graduation Fee $20.00

Total $17.00 $17.00 $22.00 $22.00 $22.00 $42.00

**Exemptions to these requirements may be granted with administrative approval**

Lunch & Bus Bus Pass Quarterly one-way: $36.00 Quarterly round trip: $72.00

School Year round trip: $270.00 Coupons/10 per sheet: $12.50

Applications are available online at: www.honokaa.k12.hi.us Breakfast Reduced: $.30 Regular: $1.20

Second and subsequent breakfasts: $2.40

Lunch Reduced: $.40 Regular: $2.75

Second Student entrée: $2.00 Second and subsequent lunches: $5.50

Lunch applications are also available online at: EZMEALAPP.COM

Meal Tracker Procedure • Students are required to deposit monies into their meal tracker accounts prior to eating in the cafeteria.

• Deposits made into the account will be credited the following day.

• Students are to deposit money for meal tracker at the main office by 8:30am.

• No money will be accepted in the lunch line.

• Students must have a card to enter the lunch line.

• Meal tracker cards are permanent and are also used for identification purposes.

• Students who deface or lose the meal tracker card must replace the card at a $5.00 fee.

• Students are not allowed to lend their meal tracker cards to other students.

HONOKA`A HIGH AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL STUDENT POLICY HANDBOOK SY 2015 - 2016

STUDENT/PARENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Students and parents/guardians are to sign this form and student will turn it in to their first period teacher. Teachers will collect all forms and turn in to the office.

Print student’s name.

Last Name: _________________________ First Name: _________________________

We have read, understood, and agree to comply with the Honoka`a High and Intermediate School’s student policy handbook. We have also read and understood the HHIS School Compact. If there are any questions or concerns, I will see administration for clarification. The policy in this handbook supersedes all previous policies.

Parent _________________________________________ Date____________________

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