Discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color or national origin (racial harassment) shall not be tolerated in the school district. Racial harassment of employees or students of the district by board members, administrators, staff, students, or others while on school district property or at school sponsored activities, programs or events is strictly prohibited.

Racial harassment is unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin under Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Racial harassment is racially motivated conduct which includes, but is not limited to:

1. Treatment of a student differently on the basis of race, color, or national origin, without a legitimate, nondiscriminatory reason so as to interfere with or limit the ability of the student to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by the recipient.

2. Harassing conduct (e.g., physical, verbal, written) that is sufficiently severe, pervasive or persistent so as to interfere with or limit the ability of an individual to participate in or benefit from the services, activities or privileges provided to a recipient.

3. Treatment which effectively causes, encourages, accepts, tolerates or fails to correct a racially hostile environment.

All forms of racial harassment are prohibited at school, on school property, and at all school sponsored activities, programs or events. Racial slurs will not be tolerated. Students who are heard making racial slurs will be sent to the office for discipline action. It shall be a violation of this policy for any student, employee or board member to racially harass any student, employee, or other board member. It shall further be a violation for any employee to discourage a student from filing a complaint, or to fail to investigate or refer for investigation, any complaint made under the provisions of this policy.

Any student who believes he or she has been subjected to racial harassment should discuss the problem with his/her building principal, counselor or other staff member. Initiation of a racial harassment complaint shall not adversely affect the job security or status of any employee or student until a finding of fact determines that improper conduct occurred. Strict confidentiality shall be maintained throughout the complaint procedure. Racial harassment shall be included as a specific offense of the student code of conduct with an appropriate discipline assessment.

DELTA C-7 ADMINISTRATION 2008-2009

James L. Williams, Superintendent

Kenny Copley, Elementary and Jr./Sr. High Principal

DELTA C-7 BOARD OF EDUCATION 2008-2009

Dwight Blankenship, President

Mike Blankenship, Vice-President

Mike Tidwell, Secretary

Jackie Callis, Treasurer

Noble Nelson, Member

Mark Ward, Member

Joe Bryant, Member

DELTA C-7 FACULTY 2008-2009

Jackie Blankenship, Math

Brandi Brown, Business

John Calhoun, Special Education

Sarah Malone, Chapter I

Jessica Baker, Physical Education, Health, Driver’s Ed.

Denise Gore, Home Economics

Carolyn Boyer, Social Studies, Language Arts

Wesley Richardson, Physical Education

Paige Crossno, Science, Math

Francis Perkins, Math, Science

Stacy Whitfield, Art

Rose Pierce, Special Services

Janel Francis, Music

Tammie Cannon, Counselor

Nathan Baker, Social Studies

Mary Jo Byrd, Media Services, Spanish

Brenda Kifer, English

SCHOOL SONG

Oh, yes, we’re true, we’re true to Delta School,

We’ll ever sing her praises strong,

Our help will guide her safely through,

And weather every coming storm,

Upholding every rule,

We’re students of the Delta School.

Oh, team, fight on, fight on, we’ll win this game,

Fight on, Fight on, for Delta’s fame,

Fight for the colors of white and blue,

We’re loyal, truehearted, peppy, too,

We’ll always do our best,

Let’s give three cheers for D.H.S.

RAH! RAH! RAH!

DELTA C-7 SCHOOLS

P.O. BOX 297

DEERING, MISSOURI 63840

573-757-6611 High School

573-757-6648 Superintendent

573-757-6615 Elementary

Welcome to Delta C-7 Jr.-Sr. High School. The purpose of this handbook is to serve as a guide for parents and students concerning school rules, regulations, and functions. It is our desire to provide the best education possible for every student. In order to achieve that goal, there must be a sense of cooperation among students, faculty, administration, school board, and the community. We encourage parents to take an active interest in all aspects of their child’s education. We also encourage students to involve their parents/guardians in their educational endeavors. We are proud of our school. We have outstanding traditions, and intend to continually build on those traditions. Let’s make our effort a cooperative one that will allow us to provide the best we can for our students!

FORWARD TO STUDENTS

A cooperative effort is needed to have a good school. The faculty, administration, and board of education are committed to giving you an opportunity to receive a quality education. You must make the most of that opportunity. The record you establish while at Delta C-7 will go with you when you leave. You are encouraged to make that record one you and your parents can be proud of.

You, the students, are the substance of the school. You represent Delta C-7 in all that you do, wherever you go. You should always strive to make yourself, your parents, your school, and your community proud of your actions.

This handbook will serve as a guide to a great number of school regulations, rules, and practices. You are responsible for knowing that information. If you have a question that needs to be answered, ask a faculty member or administrator for help. They are here to help you. Together we will work to build a better future for generations to come!

SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY

As parents and/or educators, we have an interest in the quality of our schools and the performance of our students. Delta C-7 School System is vitally interested in the quality of all areas of education. The various instructional programs offered by the district will be developed with the view toward maintaining a balanced and sequential curriculum that will serve the educational needs of all school-aged children in the district. The curriculum will also meet requirements established by state law, the Missouri State Board of Education and/or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Local school efforts have been directed toward improving methods in administration and instruction, with emphasis on providing in-service education, workshops, and developing guidelines for the successful operation of the school.

The educational program of the Delta C-7 School District will provide for both formal studies to meet the general academic needs of students, as well as opportunities for individual students to develop specific talents and interests in the performing arts, practical arts, vocational-technical education and other specialized fields.

The school will be involved in evaluating the knowledge, skills, and aptitudes of our students by providing them statewide testing services.

MISSION STATEMENT

Since we subscribe to the general philosophy stated before, we believe that we are obligated to provide a continuously evolving type of educational program. The Board of Education is committed to educational excellence through the development of communication and computational skills among the district’s students. The Board will adopt specific requirements to ensure that Delta C-7 High School graduates are sufficiently competent in these important skills. The instructional program will also provide a planned sequence in language arts, social studies, the sciences, fine arts, industrial and practical arts, health and safety education, vocational-technical education and physical education. At all levels, provisions will be made for a wide range of individual differences in student abilities and learning rates through the use of a variety of materials, adjustments in programs, and courses adapted to special needs of students.

Each Delta C-7 student will have the opportunity to:

A. Become aware of his/herown interests, abilities and potentials.

B. Evolve a plan whereby her/his growth – in terms of interests, abilities and potential may be attained.

C. Develop and maintain good health, proper health habits, and physical fitness.

D. Become proficient in the area of communications and in the understanding and interpretation of basic areas of knowledge.

1. The ultimate aim of the instructional program will be the development of proficiency in each pupil’s ability to read well, write legibly, spell accurately, listen attentively, speak clearly, think critically, use basic mathematical computational skills, observe carefully, solve problems, participate effectively in groups, and develop interest in and/or start career development.

E. Make use of his/her creative abilities and her/his abilities to do critical thinking.

F. Equip herself/himself for happy and successful living in a vocation for which she/he is well-equipped.

G. Recognize the universal fatherhood of God and brotherhood of man and understand and apply basic moral ideals in practice of daily living.

H. Prepare himself/herself for happy living by the development an appreciation of art, music, and literature and by the development of an skills in certain hobbies and recreational activities.

I. Prepare herself/himself for the responsibilities and privileges of family life.

J. Prepare himself/herself for the acceptance of responsibilities as an American Citizen and world citizen.

Goals become functional through the development of objectives. If goal statements are to be more than just wishful thinking, there must be meaningful communication and cooperation between the Board of Education, local school administrators, faculty, students, parents, community members, and other interested persons. The goals of this curriculum are stated in broad categories of (1) intellectual development, (2) physical development, (3) social/emotional development, and (4) career development.

It is the belief of the Board of Education that the fundamental rights of each individual is the right of equal access to educational opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, or status as a disabled veteran. Any person having inquiries concerning the Delta C-7 School’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is directed to contact the Office of the Superintendent, Delta C-7 School, P.O. Box 297, Deering, MO 63840

(573) 757-6648. The office of the Superintendent has been designated by the school to coordinate the institution’s efforts to comply with the aforementioned regulations. Any person may also contact the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the institution’s compliance with these regulations.

DELTA C-7 SCHOOL DISTRTICT

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

Complaints of discrimination or harassment shall be filed initially with the Building Principal. Complaints may be filed with the Superintendent or School Board in the event that the Building Principal is unable to resolve the complaint or is the subject of the complaint. The Building Principal, Superintendent, or Board will be responsible for, where appropriate, promptly investigating the complaint, making findings, initiating effective actions based on those findings that end the harassment/discrimination. A determination of the complaint’s validity and a description of the resolution shall be issued by the investigator, and a copy forwarded to the complainant no later than 30 days after the filing of the complaint.

The complainant may appeal the determination of the complaint. Appeals may be heard by the Superintendent, a hearing officer appointed by the Board, or the Board itself as determined by the Board. The request to appeal shall be made within 20 days after the date of the written resolution of the complainant at the lower level. The appeal officer will issue a written determination of the complaint’s validity and a description of its resolution within 30 days after the appeal is filed.

Anyone having a complaint or criticism of the policies or administration of the schools of the district should file a written copy of the complaint with either the district clerk or the superintendent at least two days before a regularly scheduled board meeting.

DELTA CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS

DISCIPLINE PHILOSOPHY

It is the intent of the Delta Consolidated School District No. 7 to provide a safe and secure environment which is conducive to optimum and equal educational opportunity for each student. In order for such an environment to exist, there must be a set of rules and regulations to which each student must adhere.

Federal and state laws confer rights and freedoms to every citizen both in and out of school. At the same time, every citizen has the responsibility to respect the identical rights of others. In the school environment, these rights and responsibilities must be harmonious with the learning process. School authorities are, thus, allowed a broader range of powers in maintaining an orderly environment than is allowed enforcement authorities in society generally, provided they adhere to the requirements of due process and other constitutional standards.

Rules which establish discipline guidelines for students are necessary and basic to their growth and development. Thus, it becomes the responsibility of local school districts to have a discipline code which reflects the community’s standards and expectations for student behavior.

Schools must prepare students for their responsibilities as adults in a democratic society. To accomplish this goal, there must be respect and mutual trust among parent, teacher, and student. The discipline code is the tool. Therefore, the discipline code should be consistent and reasonable and should strive to facilitate the development of students’ self-control and self-discipline. In this regard the students’ discipline code becomes an integral component of the educational process and a symbol of the commitment of parents, students, and administrators to the maintenance of an effective learning environment.

DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMS/

CORRESPONDENCE COURSE WORK

Students will not be allowed to take any course by correspondence if that course is offered at Delta C-7 High School. All students planning to graduate from Delta C-7 must take all their course work on campus. An exception may be made in the case of any senior who must have a specific class in order to qualify for graduation. If that senior absolutely cannot graduate without a prescribed course, then, and only then, may he/she be allowed to enroll in a distance-learning program of studies which will count toward graduation requirements.

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Board of Education believes that students have rights which should be recognized and respected. It also believes that every right carries with it certain responsibilities. Among these student rights and responsibilities are the following:

The right to attend free public schools; the responsibility to attend school regularly and to observe school policies, rules, and regulations deemed essential for permitting others to learn at school.

The right to a quality education; the responsibility to put forth the best efforts during the educational process.

Civil rights – including the rights to equal educational opportunity and freedom from discrimination; the responsibility not to discriminate against others.

The right to free inquiry and expression; the responsibility to observe reasonable rules and regulations regarding these rights.

The right to due process of law with respect to suspension, expulsion, and decisions which the student believes injure his rights.

The right to privacy, which includes privacy in respect to the student’s school records.

It is the Board’s belief that, as part of the educational process, students should be made aware of their legal right and of the legal authority of the Board to make and delegate authority to its staff and to make rules and regulations regarding the orderly operation of the district schools. If the policy guidelines adopted by the Board are to be successful, it must be understood that school officials and teachers have the authority to interpret and apply policy in a given situation. Students must obey any such interpretation subject to an appeal.

Schools must be a place where students are encouraged to learn. Standards of conduct are established by the Delta Consolidated Schools Board of Education to create an environment in which each student’s right to learn is protected.

Students and their parents/guardians will be notified of their rights and responsibilities, including standards of conduct, with copies of this policy and procedure distributed annually. When the rights and responsibilities of individuals are clearly understood, the elements of respect and cooperation will result in the harmonious and constructive education of the student.

ADOPTED THIS:

Thirteenth Day of February, Nineteen Hundred Eighty-Six at Deering, Missouri.

DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES AND ACTIONS

A. Corrective and Remedial Disciplinary Processes and Options.

All school personnel have the responsibility to instruct, guide, and supervise students during school and school-sponsored activities with the objectives of promoting positive learning experiences and responding effectively to unacceptable student behavior. Proper instruction and supervision is everyone’s responsibility and, in large measure, will produce good student behavior.

Disciplinary actions for behavior violation will be taken by responsible staff members, to remediate and/or correct unacceptable student behavior.

The following are disciplinary, remedial, and/or corrective action processes to be used by responsible staff members:

1. Conference(s) will be held with the student and the teacher, or principal who observed, or who is responding to, the unacceptable student behavior in order to obtain all available information related to the subject. Parents will participate in the conference(s), as the situation warrants, to become informed, to contribute to the solutions, and to be a part of the disciplinary actions to be taken. Parents who become disorderly or irate will be removed and could be banned from the campus permanently.

It is recognized that there may be times when school personnel must talk to a student immediately to give the student notice of unacceptable behavior, to enable the student to respond and explain and that such initial conference will be between the student and school personnel only either because the immediacy of the situation so requires or because parents are unavailable, or both.

2. The staff members (teachers, principal) will evaluate the information obtained, review the disciplinary action options, and determine, in their judgment, the most reasonable action choice(s).

3. The objectives of any disciplinary action to be used by the appropriate school staff member are: 1) to achieve remediation and to correct any unacceptable student behavior; 2) to develop the student’s character and power of self-control; and 3) to interact with the student in ways so that the disciplinary action results in a positive and acceptable behavior change outcome. Depending on the nature of the unacceptable student behavior, the indicated disciplinary actions or options (not all-inclusive or necessarily in sequence.)

(a) A conference is held with the student to obtain a commitment, oral or written, for correcting the behavior.

(b) The student is moved in the classroom.

(d) The student is placed in detention by the teacher and given assigned tasks; this may be done before school, lunch recess, or after school.

(e) The student is referred to the principal for appropriate action.

(f) The principal contacts or holds a conference with the student for the purpose of accomplishing acceptable behavior.

(g) The student is referred by the principal or his/her designee to other school departments (counseling), district departments (clinics), or other educational, medical, social, or governmental units for assistance.

(h) The student’s daily class schedule is changed by the principal or the principal’s approval.

(i) The student is placed on probation under certain prescribed conditions by the principal with parental knowledge.

(j) In emergencies, immediate physical force may be used by school personnel to restrain a student or to protect the student, other students, staff, or citizens on school property.

(k) Corporal punishment may be used by either teachers or administrators in accordance with the disciplinary responses on pages 10 and 11. At least one additional staff member must be present when corporal punishment is administered. No more than 3 swats for each offense will be given.

(l) This policy allows any principal, or superintendent, if reasonable cause exists to believe a student has in his/her possession or control either alcoholic beverages or drugs, to search either the student, his/her locker, or his/her personal possessions.

(m) When other remedial and corrective options have not been successful, or suspension is specified or indicated by conduct, the student is suspended from school by the principal for a period of time not to exceed ten days, or the superintendent in cases exceeding ten school days to a maximum of 180 days.

(n) Charges for illegal behavior may be filed against the student with governmental authorities having jurisdiction.

(o) Student expulsion is recommended when all other actions have not been successful or the nature of the behavior violation requires this action.

(p) The administration and/or the Board of Education will make the final determination on all discipline and attendance issues.

The exercise of reasonable judgment, respect for the right of other persons, and compliance with legal procedural requirements must be observed in cases of unacceptable behavior.

Saturday Detention: The student is assigned Saturday Detention by the Principal. Saturday Detention will be from 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Failure to satisfactorily complete Saturday Detention will result in additional disciplinary action being taken.

DISCIPLINARY RESPONSES

TO STUDENT MISCONDUCT

Levels of Misconduct:

I. Minor misbehavior on the part of the student which impedes orderly classroom procedures or interferes with the orderly operation of the school.

These misbehaviors can usually be handled by an individual staff member but sometimes require the intervention of other school support personnel.

Examples:

•Classroom disturbance •Non-defiant failure to complete

•Classroom tardiness assignments or carry out directions

•Abusive language •Vulgar or obscene language or gestures

Disciplinary Response Procedures:

There is immediate intervention by the staff member who is supervising the student or who observes the misbehavior.

Repeated misbehavior requires a parent/teacher conference with the counselor and/or administrator.

A proper and accurate record of the offenses and disciplinary action is maintained by the staff member.

Response Options May Include:

•Verbal reprimand •Strict supervised study

•Special assignment •Free-time detention

•Counseling •Corporal punishment

•Withdrawal of privileges •Saturday Detention

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Levels of Misconduct:

II. Misbehavior whose frequency or seriousness tends to disrupt the learning climate of the school.

The infractions, which usually result from the continuation of LEVEL I misbehaviors, require the intervention of personnel on the administrative level because the execution of LEVEL I disciplinary options has failed to correct the situation. Also included in this level are misbehaviors which do not represent a direct threat to the health and safety of others, but whose educational consequences are serious enough to require corrective action on the part of administrative personnel.

Examples:

•Continuation of unmodified •Smoking in unauthorized areas

LEVEL I misbehavior •Using forged notes or excuses

•School Tardiness •Disruptive classroom behavior

•Truancy •Cutting class

Disciplinary Response Procedures:

The student is referred to the administrator for appropriate disciplinary action.

The administrator meets with the student and/or teacher and effects the most appropriate response.

The teacher is informed of the administrator’s action.

A proper and accurate record of the offense and the disciplinary action is maintained by the administrator.

Response options May Include:

•Corporal punishment •Social probation

•Saturday Detention •Referral to outside agency

•Free-time detention and/or classroom isolation

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Levels of Misconduct:

III. Acts directed against persons or property but whose consequences do not seriously endanger the health or safety of others in the school.

The acts might be considered criminal but most frequently can be handled by the disciplinary mechanism in the school. Corrective measures which the school should undertake, however, depend on the extent of the school’s resources for remediating the situation in the best interests of all students.

Examples:

•Fighting (simple) •Stealing

See Fight Policy •Vandalism (minor)

•Threats to others •Possession/use of unauthorized substances

•Bullying

Disciplinary Response Procedures:

The administrator initiates disciplinary action by investigating the infraction and conferring with staff on the extent of the consequences.

The administrator meets with the student and may confer with the parent about the student’s misconduct and the resulting disciplinary action.

A proper and accurate record of offenses and disciplinary actions is maintained by the administrator.

Response Options May Include:

•Saturday Detention •Corporal punishment

•Temporary out-of-school suspension •Full out-of-school suspension

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Levels of Misconduct:

IV. Acts which result in violence to another person or property or which pose a direct threat to the safety of others in the school.

These acts are clearly criminal and are so serious that they always require administrative actions which may result in the immediate removal of the student from school, the intervention of law enforcement authorities and action by the board of school directors.

Examples:

•Unmodified LEVEL III misconducts •Extortion

•Vandalism •Bomb threat

•Theft/possession/sale of stolen property •Arson

•Assault/battery (Punishable in accordance with MO Safe Schools Act 1996)

•Possession/use transfer of dangerous weapons (Punishable in accordance with

MO Safe Schools Act 1996

•Furnishing/selling/possession of unauthorized substances

Disciplinary Response Procedures:

The administrator verifies the offense, confers with the staff involved, and meets with student.

The student is immediately removed from the school environment.

Parents are notified.

School officials contact law enforcement agency and assist in prosecuting offender.

A complete and accurate report is submitted to the superintendent for board action.

The student is given a full due process hearing before the board.

Response options May Include:

•Expulsion

•Other board action which results in appropriate placement

• (See discussion of expulsion issue)

(Information regarding the Missouri Safe Schools Act 1996

has been provided to parents & students of the district.)

FIGHT POLICY

In order to reduce the problems associated with fighting the following 3 policies are being implemented:

(1) It is very important that we learn to resolve any conflicts without resorting to violence. However, if a fight occurs the students must stop fighting when told to do so. Failure to do so will result in a 10 day suspension from school.

(2) If a third person becomes involved in a fight or if more than one person is fighting an individual, the third person or offending group, if that is the case, will be suspended for a minimum of 10 days.

(3) Any student suspended for fighting will not be allowed to participate in any extra curricular activity including but not limited to parades, concerts, or athletic events during the suspended period of time.

AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION

Starting with the 2000-2001 school year, students at Delta C-7 High School and Jr. High can be required to attend after-school detention. This detention will be agreed upon by the principal and teachers. The detention will be held on designated afternoons from 3:05 until 3:45. Students will be supervised by a teacher and will be notified at least three (3) days in advance in order for transportation to be arranged. It is the responsibility of the student and parent to arrange for their ride after 3:45.

If a student misses an afternoon detention, then he/she will be assigned an extra detention which makes a total of two (2). (Exceptions may be made for doctor appointments, dental appointments, etc.)

If any student receives more than two (2) after-school detentions, then he/she may be assigned a Saturday Detention.

BUS RULES THAT WOULD NECESSITATE

A BUS INCIDENT REPORT IF BROKEN

A. Excessive noise and disruption – lack of courtesy and respect

B. Fighting or scuffling on the bus or at the bus stop

C. Deliberate delay of loading or unloading the bus

D. Deliberate defiance or refusal to cooperate with the bus driver

E. Obscene and unacceptable language, gestures, remarks, or signs

F. Throwing items of any kind inside the bus, at the bus, or out of the bus windows

G. Smoking on the bus

H. Destruction of property

I. Extending hands, arms, or any portion of the body out of the bus window

J. Tampering with equipment – deliberate vandalism

K. Refusal to stay seated

L. Interference with the normal operation of the bus which results in jeopardizing the driver’s or student riders’ safety

M. Violation of any other rule of student conduct which governs student behavior at Delta Consolidated Schools No. 7

N. Illegal use or possession of a controlled substance

O. Other (conduct prejudicial to the maintenance of good order and safety)

DISCIPLINARY GUIDELINES FOR BUS INCIDENTS

Upon receipt of a Bus Incident report, the principal or his/her designee may take the following action:

A. First offense: conference with student or suspension from bus riding privileges, depending on nature of the incident. Corporal punishment is an option of the principal.

B. Second offense: minimum of three-day suspension of bus riding privileges, depending upon the nature of the incident at the discretion of the principal.

C. Third offense: Five to ten day suspension of bus riding privilege depending on the nature of the incident and at the discretion of the principal. Corporal punishment is an option of the principal.

D. The principal has the authority to impose a more severe penalty upon the student if his/her conduct so warrants, depending upon the nature of the incident.

DISCIPLINE FOR STUDENTS WITH IEPS

Special Education students will be disciplined as needed. The IEPS should be used to help determine the consequence of specific misbehaviors.

DRUG PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR DRUG FREE WORKPLACES

MANDATORY STANDARDS OF CONDUCT AND STATEMENT OF DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS FOR STUDENTS

The Board of Education of Delta C-7 Schools located in Deering, Missouri, recognizes its share of the responsibility for the health, welfare, and safety of the students who are in attendance here, and issue this policy for the purpose of achieving and maintaining that kind of atmosphere.

The possession, use, sale, transfer, or being under the influences of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances on any school property, or any school owned vehicle or in any other school approved vehicle used to transport students to and from school or school activities; or off school property at any school sponsored or school approved activity, event or function, such as a field trip or athletic event, where students are under the jurisdiction of the school district, is prohibited.

For the purpose of this policy, a controlled substance shall include any controlled substance, counterfeit or imitation controlled substance as defined in the Narcotic Drug Act, Section 195.010.RSMo.

All medications prescribed by a physician, as well as all non-prescription medications except for simple aspirin and its substitutes and antacids, will be cleared with the school principal or school counselor before being taken. In the absence of a physician’s instructions, parental permission in writing is required for any medication to be possessed or taken by the student while under the school district’s supervision.

The school administration or teachers shall have the right to conduct searches, which are reasonable in scope, of persons suspected to be in violation of this policy during or after school hours on school property or at any school event, at the Delta C-7 School campus or at some other location. Such searches shall be conducted in accordance with established procedures for school officials.

Any student who, after being given a hearing, is found by the administration and/or staff to be in violation of this policy, may be suspended from all extracurricular activities for a minimum of ninety (90) school days, regardless of whether such periods may span semesters or school years. In addition, any student violating this policy shall be subject to suspension, expulsion, or other discipline as provided in the school district’s discipline policy. Students may also be referred for prosecution to the County Sheriff’s Office. Strict compliance with this policy is mandatory and shall be applied fairly and consistently. All confiscated controlled substances shall be turned over the local law enforcement agency.

The Delta C-7 School District, in accordance with the requirements of the 1989 amendments of the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, and for the purpose of preventing the use of illegal and illicit drugs and alcohol by students, shall provide age appropriate, developmentally based drug and alcohol education and prevention programs in all grades from Kindergarten through grade 12. Such programs shall (a) address the legal, social, and health consequences of drug and alcohol use, and (b) provide information about effective techniques for resisting peer pressure to use illicit drugs or alcohol.

The District shall provide information about any drug and alcohol counseling and rehabilitation and re-entry programs that are available to students. First referrals shall be made to the local Family Counseling Center in Kennett for possible treatment in the Alpha for Adolescents drug rehabilitation center. Students may be required to participate in such programs in order to avoid suspension or expulsion if they are found to be in violation of this policy. All parents and students shall annually be provided with a copy of this policy.

The district shall certify that it has adopted and implemented the drug prevention program described in this policy in the form required by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education or the United States Department of Education. In cooperation with the DESE, the Delta C-7 District shall conduct a biennial review of such program to determine its effectiveness, to implement necessary changes, and to ensure that the disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced.

ATTENDANCE

The school day is from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm. unless modified by the administration. Students who absent themselves from any class (including study hall) will be considered truant and dealt with accordingly.

Regular and punctual attendance is required of all students. Frequent absences of students from regular classroom learning experiences disrupts the continuity of the instructional process and causes many students to fail or achieve only mediocre success in their academic program. Therefore, the value of attendance and punctuality cannot be overly emphasized.

No student may be excused for any part of the school day except by permission of the school principal. Students who fail to secure this permission will be subject to the regular penalty for being truant. Students who must leave campus during the day must notify the office before 8:00 a.m. by a note or call from their parent. The student must then check out through the office before leaving campus. Students who are late in arriving to school must check in through the office and receive a note to be admitted to class.

The responsibility for attendance is that of the student and parent. Any student who is absent should have his/her parent contact the office, by written note, no later than the next school day after the absence stating the reason for that absence. The terms excused and unexcused will not be used as such, but the reason for the absence will be noted.

The Pemiscot County Juvenile Office can be informed to investigate any suspicious absences. If a student has excessive absences without good cause, the parents or guardians can be prosecuted for educational neglect.

Any student who misses a class more than 8 times per semester will receive no credit for that class unless sufficient information has been provided for the Attendance Review Committee to determine if extenuating circumstances exist. Students who exceed the policy may petition this Attendance Review Committee for a review of their individual case. Any student who has exceeded the allowed 8 days absences per semester shall not attend any activity which takes that student from school.

When a student who is 16 years of age or older has exceeded the attendance policy and cannot receive credit for the semester, that student may be dropped from the rolls until the beginning of the next semester.

Students who are absent from school without consent, or who leave school without permission from the school principal, or who deliberately absent themselves from a class or part of a class are considered truant. The first time a student is truant he/she may receive corporal punishment or Saturday Detention. Further incidents of truancy may result in a suspension of up to 10 days. In addition to the above, all times lost due to truancy shall be considered zero work. Students who refuse corporal punishment will not be readmitted to school until such discipline is completed. Students who have exceeded the 8 absences will not be allowed to go on school trips, nor attend any functions which would take time away from class attendance.

Students who are absent from school on the day of a school activity or athletic contest will not be allowed to attend that activity during the day or evening unless prior arrangement has been made with the office.

Students are not to arrive at school before 7:40 a.m. It is the responsibility of the student to arrange for make up work lost due to any absenteeism.

TARDY POLICY

· 1^st offense – verbal warning by teacher

· 2^nd offense – student will be sent to the office and principal will assign the student after school detention

· 3^rd offense – two swats or two after school detentions

· 4^th offense – three swats or Saturday school

Tardy count will end at the end of each quarter. A student who continues to have excessive tardies may be suspended or lose driving privileges to school.

STUDENTS WHO DRIVE TO SCHOOL

Students who drive to school should park in the West side of the parking lot. Students are not permitted to sit in cars after arriving at school, or return to their cars until after school or they are leaving campus. Students are reminded to lock doors and close windows before entering the school building. Should it become necessary to return to the vehicle for a valid reason, students should receive permission from the principal before so doing.

Any reckless or careless/unsafe driving on school grounds or around buses may result in the privilege of driving to school being revoked. Always exercise caution!

Students who arrive late to school should enter the parking lot in manner that does not disrupt classes in progress (i.e., playing radio too loud).

STUDENT INSURANCE

All students will be given an opportunity to purchase school accident insurance. Students are encouraged to take the brochure given the first week of school and obtain the insurance for a nominal cost. All athletes and cheerleaders are required to purchase school insurance or provide verification of basic accident coverage. Claim forms may be obtained in the office.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Instructions for Fire, Tornado, and Earthquake drills are posted in each classroom. Drills are conducted on a regular basis throughout the school year. All students are to participate in these drills. Short, intermittent ringing of the regular bell or 3 rings from the manual bell outside the office will signal a fire alarm. One long continuous ringing of the bell will signal the tornado alarm. Students should follow the earthquake procedures listed in the district’s earthquake plan, along with instructions from the classroom teacher.

SCHOOL DISMISSAL

In the event of inclement weather which makes conditions unfavorable for having school, students and parents are to tune in to local radio stations KBOA/KTMO, KMIS, KXOQ OR KOTC in Kennett, KBOA – FM is 105.5, KBOA – AM is 1540, KTMO – FM is 106.5, KMIS – AM is 1050, KXOQ – FM is 104.3, KOTC – AM is 830 and KCRV/K105 in Caruthersville, KCRV – AM is 1370, K105 – FM is 105.1 on your radio dial. Early dismissals for unfavorable conditions will be broadcast on the radio also.

FIRST AID

The school attempts to provide an environment in which the students will be safe from accidents. If an accident occurs, first aid may be administered by the teacher or school official. No care beyond first aid will be given by the school.

Each staff member has the responsibility of completing, whenever the occasion arises, a form relating to accidents that occur on the school grounds or in school buildings. This report is filled out and filed in the principal’s office as a permanent record. When a student is sick or injured at school, the teacher or principal will make contact with the student’s parents or guardian before consulting a doctor. In case of an emergency and the parent or guardian cannot be contacted, the school officials will consult a doctor for medical treatment for the student.

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING

The basic function of the guidance department is to help each student attain the highest possible level of mental, moral, and physical development. The guidance office works closely with members of the school, home, community and professional organizations to:

Keep for each student a cumulative record of progress, achievement and development.

Provide information on college and vocational opportunities.

Counsel with students in the various areas of educational and vocational planning, and personal, social and physical problems.

Conduct conferences with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and special services personnel.

Aid students in finding employment.

Conduct follow-up studies on former students.

Specifically the guidance office is responsible for helping with course planning, schedule changes, college and vocational planning, counseling, group and individual testing, cumulative records, and working with administrators and teachers in curriculum development and improvement. Students are urged to make use of the guidance and counseling services.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASE

The Delta C-7 Board of Education adopted the communicable disease policy as presented by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in December of 1988. In the regular board meeting of November, 1989 we updated our policy by adopting the “Recommended Policy of Communicable Disease – Students,” portion of the “Missouri Public Schools Policy guidance on Communicable Diseases (DESE 6/89).” The contact person designated for information related to the policy is the counselor of Delta C-7 Schools. A copy of this policy may be obtained from the counselor.

RETENTION

Students in grades seven and eight may be retained if satisfactory course work is not completed. A failing grade in two solid subjects (yearly average) is the basis for retention. After two years in the same grade, a student is eligible for social promotion. A committee of three teachers from the same building will make the final decision.

USE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY

No one should be on the school grounds or in the school buildings before or after school hours, unless supervised by appropriate school personnel.

Use of buildings: All buildings and facilities are provided specifically to be used to the maximum benefit of the school program. Teachers are responsible for their proper utilization and care. Rules governing the use of the building otherwise are:

1. Use of the building will be granted to responsible organizations by the superintendent. No rentals will be charged if these organizations are of an educational nature in their purpose.

2. The board has ruled against the practice of allowing religious or political organizations to hold services in school buildings or on school grounds.

3. School equipment shall be used for school purposes only or at the discretion of the superintendent.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Students will not be permitted to have electronic devices such as televisions, cellular phones, beepers, walkman radios, CD players, tape players (etc.) at school. Students violating this policy may have the device taken and held in the principals’ office.

GRADING SCALE/HONOR ROLL

The grading scale for grades 7-12 will be as listed below:

A 90 – 100 D 60 - 69

B 80 – 89 F 59 and below

C 70 – 79

No plus or minus signs will be given but the (%) percentage grade will be given with the letter grade.

Qualifications for Honor Roll and G.P.A. consist of the following:

To qualify for honor roll, a student must have a grade point average of at least 3.0000. For purposes of figuring G.P.A., an A counts five points in the following subjects: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II/Trig, Math Analysis, Chemistry, and Physics. NOTE: Beginning with the freshmen class of 2004 and those classes following, the following classes will be weighted: Junior and Senior level math and science classes and College Prep English. The weight will remain at 5. All classes will count toward the honor roll. A “D” in any class will disqualify the student from honor roll. This is regardless of the grade point average.

Vo-Tech grades will be considered in determining honor roll eligibility.

Students who receive an incomplete (I) in any subject will not be eligible for the honor roll, regardless of their grade point average. All classes are figured for the four year grade point average.

CLASSIFICATION OF STUDENTS

Freshman – Must have successfully completed grades 1 – 8

Sophomores – Must have successfully completed five units

Juniors – Must have successfully completed ten units

Seniors – Must have successfully completed fifteen units

GRADE CARDS

Students who owe money will not receive report cards or grades. If debts are not paid by the end of the semester, no credit will be given until the debt is paid. Grade cards will be issued at the end of every quarterly grading period. Progress reports will be sent home by the student mid-way through each quarter.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum requirements for graduation are as follows:

English 4 units**

Math 2 units

Science 2 units

Social Studies 3 units*

Practical Arts 1 unit

Fine Arts 1 unit

Physical Education 1 unit

Electives 8 units

Total 22 units

**Does not include Communication Arts

*Must include American History, Government

All students must pass both U.S. and Missouri Constitution tests.

The new state mandated graduation requirements beginning with the class of 2010 are as follows:

English 4 units

Math 3 units

Science 3 units

Personal Finance .5 unit

Health .5 unit

Social Science 3 units

Practical Arts 1 unit

Fine Arts 1 unit

Physical Education 1 unit

Electives 7 units

TOTAL 24 units

**Does not include Communication Arts

*Must include American History, Government

All students must pass both U.S. and Missouri Constitution tests.

REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLEGE PREP CERTIFICATE

Minimum requirements for College Prep Certificates are as follows:

English 4 units

Math* 3 units

Science* 3 units

Social Studies* 3 units

Fine Arts 1 unit

Practical Arts 1 unit

Physical Education 1 unit

Specified Core Electives 3 units

Electives 5 units

*Units in foreign language and/or additional advanced courses from the 4 areas marked with an asterisk and/or advanced vocational-technical courses 3 units.

Total = 24 units

Earn a 3.0 G.P.A. in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies

For students to receive the college prep certificate students must meet state requirements by taking the required subjects and scoring at or above the state mandated score on the ACT or SAT exams.

AUDIO-VISUAL EDUCATION AND LIBRARY SERVICES

The Delta C-7 Public School maintains a well-equipped and growing audio-visual department. This is an increasingly important department of education which utilizes the senses of both seeing and hearing, to teach students in their regular classroom instructional activities. An audio-visual director supervises the program and assists teachers in the selection, distribution, and use of the materials. A varied assortment of technical machinery and equipment such as projectors, tape recorders, phonographs, satellite dish, and a library of filmstrips and videos is available.

A qualified librarian will head all library services in the school. This includes two libraries; elementary and secondary.

State guidelines will be used in the selection of textbooks. Fines for lost, abused, or destroyed textbooks will be levied by the librarian and must be paid before books will be issued the succeeding school year.

SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM

Additional educational opportunities are made available for children who need instruction beyond that provided by the regular classroom schedule. This additional program is for those children who need it after proper testing has been administered by the Pemiscot County Special School District. The Special School District will have responsibility for all special services.

CHANGE OF CLASS SCHEDULE

Students will have exactly 5 days at the beginning of each semester to change class schedules. No change will be made after that time unless a committee made up of the classroom teacher, counselor, and principal determines that the student must make a class change in order to be successful. If a student insists on dropping a class after the five day time frame, that student will receive a grade of F for the semester in that particular class.

USE OF TOBACCO

The campus of Delta C-7 Schools will become tobacco/smoke free beginning with the 1992-1993 school year with the following exceptions:

A. Smoking will be allowed outside the gymnasium at all events.

No smoking inside the gymnasium. Students may not smoke on campus at any time or at school sponsored activities.

B. Smoking will be allowed in areas designated by the Board of Education of Delta C-7 Schools. No smoking in any other buildings.

Tobacco/smoke free is to include: Cigarettes, Cigars, and Smokeless tobacco.

1^st offense: after school detention or corporal punishment

2^nd plus offense: corporal punishment or OSS.

Above policy approved by the Board of Education – July, 2004.

CAFETERIA AND LUNCH PERIOD

Orderly, mannerly behavior is expected of every student while in the cafeteria. Students who persist in displaying poor manners or loud-boisterous behavior will not be tolerated. Each student will empty his/her own tray, and clean up all napkins, silver, etc. from his/her area. Students are not to carry food or straws out of the cafeteria. All food must be eaten in the cafeteria. Students who charge their lunch bill should not exceed ten days before payment is made.

Each student will be given a free/reduced lunch form at the beginning of the school year which contains current prices for school lunches. Students may choose from either the regular hot lunch line or salad bar daily. Extra milk will be provided for a small fee. Students may bring their lunch and are welcome to eat in the cafeteria.

Food, including, but not limited to, potato chips, sodas, candy, gum, etc. are not to be eaten inside school buildings.

VALEDICTORIAN/SALUTATORIAN

The Valedictorian and Salutatorian must complete the college preparatory course of studies with a minimum overall G.P.A. of 3.50. He/she shall not have failed any subject, been suspended from school for any extended length of time, have any charges filed against them by a law enforcement agency, and be deemed a “good citizen” of Delta C-7 Schools. He/she shall be enrolled for the last two consecutive (junior and senior) years at Delta C-7. In the event of a tie for Valedictorian, we will have multiple Valedictorians and no Salutatorian.

SCHOOL DANCES

The high school shall sponsor the following dances: Homecoming, Jr – Sr prom, and Yearbook Dance. Other clubs or organizations may have smaller parties or events of a similar nature under the direction of the group sponsor. All rules and regulations concerning behavior are in effect for dances with the following specifics for the above mentioned.

Students who are currently suspended or have been expelled at any time will not be allowed to attend. Any person that is a high school dropout or is age 22 or older, may not attend any dance at Delta C-7.

In order to attend the Yearbook party, you or your family member must purchase a yearbook for the current year. Only Delta C-7 students will be allowed to attend the Yearbook party: no outside guests. The Jr – Sr Prom is a formal dance that may be attended by Juniors and Seniors of Delta C-7 and their invited guest who must be approved by the principal. Junior High students are not permitted to attend the prom. Juniors who do not work toward the money-making projects that allow the prom to be held, will not be allowed to decorate the day of the prom, and may be barred from attending the prom.

Once students leave any dance, they may not be readmitted. Drug and alcohol policies are in effect for all dances and school activities.

Homecoming will be open to students in good standing in grades 9 – 12 and their dates. All dates must be approved by the principal by the deadline announced prior to the dance. Jr High students are not permitted to attend the Homecoming dance. Homecoming candidates must meet the following requirements:

Freshman and Sophomore Maids are not eligible to be queen.

All candidates and maids must be academically eligible by MSHSAA standards.

All candidates must be creditable school citizens. Creditable school citizens are those whose conduct both in and out of school will not adversely discredit themselves or the school. Creditable citizens will be determined by a committee of the following people: Senior High Principal, Coach, Student Council President, Student Council Advisor, and Cheerleading Sponsor.

VISITORS

Parents/guardians of Delta C-7 students as well as patrons of the community are always welcome and students are encouraged to have them visit school.

Students will not be allowed to bring visitors/friends to school during the regular school day. Most classrooms are full enough and student visitors tend to distract from the educational process. All visitors to Delta C-7 are required to report to the principal’s office upon entering the building.

USE OF TELEPHONE

The telephone in the office is a business phone. Students should not ask to use the phone unless it is an emergency. Parents should phone students only when it is necessary. Emergency messages will be delivered to students.

USE OF BUILDINGS

Students are not to arrive at school before 7:40 and are not to be on campus after 3:05 unless under supervision by school personnel. The high school building will be open to students before school and at noon on days when the weather dictates. If the weather is too bad to be outside at noon, the old gym will be open for students who want to study or visit. Students should be outside the building at all other times at noon unless given permission or directions by a faculty member to be in the building. No students are to be in gym unless the duty teacher is present.

LOCKER, DESKS, SCHOOL PROPERTY

Lockers and desks are owned by the school district and provided for student use. Lockers will be inspected by the administrators for any good reason that arises. Students are not to have valuable goods in their lockers that may be lost or stolen. Students may bring a personal lock to place on their locker but must turn in a combination or extra key to the office. Lockers should be kept neat and tidy-free of markings and debris. Writing on desks, bathroom walls, or defacing school property will be considered willful destruction of school property and be handled according to the discipline policy. Students are to keep books and personal belongings in their own locker only.

DRESS CODE

All students should take pride in their appearance. Student appearance should be such that it will not disrupt the educational process. Clothing should be worn the way it was designed to be worn. Pants are to worn up, around the waist.

Shorts, worn in good taste, will be allowed. Biking shorts will not be permitted. Backless, midriff, tank tops and see-through shirts will not be permitted. Any clothing with profanity or that promotes drugs or alcohol is also prohibited. Headgear may not be worn inside the high school buildings or cafeteria.

Students who wear unacceptable clothing may be sent home to change. Repeat offenders or deliberate violations of the rules will be handled with stronger measures. The principal’s judgment will be the final determinant as to the acceptability of clothing.

STUDENT COUNCIL

The Student Council was re-organized during the 1991-1992 school year. Representatives and officers are elected by the student body according to procedures established by the Student Council Constitution, revised October 1991. The purpose of the organization is to promote good character, encourage better school spirit, promote more progressive leadership, and to improve the relationships among the students, faculty, and administration.

Elections will be held for officers on the first Tuesday following the first Monday in April of each year. Elections for representatives and class officers will be the first Tuesday following the second Monday in April of each year. Voting shall be by secret ballot.

STUDENT CONDUCT

As high school students, you are considered young men and women. Therefore, you are expected to conduct yourselves as young men and women should in a public institution.

It is proper conduct for students to keep their emotional impulses under control and therefore, to refrain from showing a public display of affection such as holding hands, physically assisting students in the hall, etc. This applies to all school activities and functions as well. Public display of affection is not appropriate at school. Failure to comply with this policy will lead to disciplinary actions.

1^st offense: verbal warning

2^nd offense: two swats or after school detention

3^rd offense: three swats or Saturday school and conference with parents

It is proper that respect and courtesy be shown for other people’s property, and public property at all times.

AWARDS

Rising Stars: Any student who improves at least one letter grade in at least one subject without dropping in any subject will be designated as a “Rising Star.”

At the end of the school year, an award for Perfect Attendance will be given to those students who were present every hour of every day. A Superior Attendance award will be presented to those who were absent less than one full day (less than 7 periods).

Awards Assembly: A short assembly will be held at the end of each quarter to honor those making the Honor Roll and having Perfect Attendance. Also those who qualify for the A+ rewards will be recognized at this time. Any student who has an F on their report card for the current quarter will not be allowed to attend the A+ luncheon or trip. At the end of each year, an assembly will be held in the gymnasium for the purpose of recognizing various awards that have been gained throughout the year. Each teacher will present academic subject awards as well as athletic honors, vocational awards, and all other awards. Students who owe money to the school for any debt such as band, lunches, library fines, lost books, organizational dues, etc. will not be allowed to attend the A+ activities.

There are many outstanding performances in many areas throughout the school year, and the Delta C-7 Schools are proud to reward those high achievers.

PEP CLUB

At the beginning of each year, the Pep Club will be organized and all students in good standing will be eligible to join. Students who are in Pep Club will be allowed to ride the bus to away basketball games and be given priority seating in the Pep Club section at home games. All students are responsible for sportsmanlike conduct and proper behavior at athletic events. Students who set a good example can be influential to both younger children and adults in following the spectator code of conduct.

Pep Club members are to work with the cheerleaders in promoting school spirit at games. This means following the lead of the cheerleaders instead of doing yells on their own. Pep Club members may be assessed a small membership fee to help promote club activities.

Students will not be allowed to continuously leave and re-enter the gym at ball games. If you leave the gym, you must leave campus.

TIME SCHEDULE FOR CLASSES

1^ST period 8:00 – 9:00

2^nd period 9:04 – 9:54

3^rd period 9:58 – 10:48

4^th period 10:52 – 11:42

Lunch period 11:42 – 12:12

5^th period 12:16 – 1:10

6^th period 1:14 – 2:06

7^th period 2:10 – 3:00

TRANSFER STUDENTS

Any student who is checking out of Delta C-7 to transfer to another school should follow the proper check-out procedure. Obtain the proper forms in the office (transfer form), check in books in library, get signature from Principal and up to date grades before leaving. All fines, debts, and obligations should be taken care of before leaving. No grades or records will be sent to another school until all debts are cleared.

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND USE OF BULLETIN BOARD

Daily announcements will be read by the 1^st period teacher. However, students who are absent or for some other reason are unable to hear the daily announcements should check the bulletin board. The announcements are posted there daily. Much information to students is distributed through the announcements and therefore it is necessary for students to seek that information. The main bulletin board is located just outside the office. All students should form a habit of checking the bulletin board for news that may be pertinent to them. All requests for posting announcements on the bulletin board should be made through the office.

STUDENT CELL PHONE USAGE

Developments in cell phone technology in recent years have resulted in enhanced communication opportunities. However, the use of cell pones in schools poses increasing risks of school disruptions, bullying, criminal activity, and academic dishonesty. As a result, beginning with the 2008-09 school year, student cell phones, digital cameras and similar electronic devices will be banned during the instructional day, as well as, in dressing areas during extracurricular activities. Violation of this policy during the first semester after adoption of this policy will result in in-school suspension (ISS), while second offenses will result in out-of-school suspension (OSS) being imposed. After the first semester 2008-09, out-of-school suspensions will be imposed on the first and subsequent offenses.

1^st Semester

1^st offense – 3 days ISS

2^nd and each subsequent offense – 3 days OSS

2^nd Semester

1^st and subsequent offense – 3 days OSS

VENDING MACHINES

Soda machines have been placed on campus for your convenience. These may be used only before school and at lunch. Students are not to use the vending machines between classes unless special permission has been granted.

ATHLETICS

Delta C-7 Schools offers two varsity sports for males and two varsity sports for females who desire to compete interscholastically with other schools. This gives the students opportunities to develop their athletic skills in competition against other students of area schools. Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball and Softball are offered.

These activities are offered to students who participate in building character, sportsmanship, courageousness, cooperation, teamwork, discipline, and spirit of competition.

All athletes and cheerleaders must be eligible by the standards set forth by the Missouri State High School Athletic Association. Eligibility to represent a school in interscholastic activities is a privilege students may attain by meeting standards of eligibility established by member schools through this association and any additional standards set by a member school for its own students. Eligibility is not a student’s right by law and precedent setting legal cases have affirmed this. All athletes and cheerleaders are responsible for knowing the rules and regulations regarding eligibility.

1. Citizenship: You must be a creditable school citizen. Creditable school citizens are those students whose conduct both in and out of school will not discredit themselves or their school.

2. Academics: Students must be enrolled in and complete successfully at least 2.25 units the preceding semester in order to be eligible. This amounts to five classes or courses. In order to insure academic eligibility standards are met, students are reminded to discuss any concerns with the coach, counselor, or principal.

The above requirements are two major parts of the list of eligibility requirements mandated by the MSSAA. A complete list is posted in the gymnasium, and a copy may be obtained from any coach or the principal.

Students who represent Delta C-7 in any athletic endeavor must remember they have a responsibility to the school, team, student body, community, and to themselves. Strong traditions in athletics are there for you to carry on.

DELTA C-7 SCHOOL DISTRICT

SCHOOL CALENDAR ~ 2008-2009

Monday	August 11, 2008	District Orientation/Workday
Tuesday	August 12, 2008	County Professional Development
Wednesday	August 13, 2008	District Workday
Thursday	August 14, 2008	Students’ first day
Thursday	August 21, 2008	Open House 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Monday	September 1, 2008	No school – Labor Day
Monday	October 13, 2008	No school – Columbus Day
Friday	October 17, 2008	End of 1^st Quarter (45 days)
Thursday	October 23, 2008	Parent/Teacher Conference, 3:00 p.m.– 6:00 p.m.
Friday	October 24, 2008	No school –Parent/Teacher Conf. 8:00 a.m.-noon
Wed-Fri	November 26-28, 2008	No school – Thanksgiving Break
Friday	December 19, 2007	Early dismissal-Christmas Break
		End of 2^nd Quarter (41 Days)/1^st Semester (86 days)
Monday	January 5, 2009	Classes resume
Monday	January 19, 2009	No school –Martin Luther King Day
Monday	February 16, 2009	No school – Presidents’ Day
Friday	March 6, 2009	End of 3^rd Quarter (43 days)
Wednesday	March 11, 2009	Parent/Teacher Conference, 3:00 p.m.– 6:00 p.m.
Thursday Friday	March 12, 2009 March 13, 2009	No school –Parent/Teacher Conf. 8:00 a.m.-noon Quarter Break
Fri-Fri	April 10-17, 2009	Spring Break
Thursday	May 14, 2009	Graduation
Thursday	May 21, 2009	End 4^th Quarter (45 days)/2^nd Semester (88 days)

		(174 school days)
Wednesday Friday	May 21, 2009 May 22, 2009	Teacher Workday Teacher Workday

DAYS IN SESSION

First Semester 86

Second Semester 88

Total Days Attendance 174

Teachers in-service 1

Legal Holidays 4

School Term 179

Teacher Workdays 4

Total Days 183

2008-2009 SENIOR HIGH BASKETBALL

December

1 South Pemiscot Tournament Away

8 North Pemiscot 6:00 Home

9 Cooter 6:00 Away

11 Risco 6:00 Away

15 Senath-Hornersville Tournament Away

January

13 North Pemiscot 6:00 Away

16 Cooter 6:00 Home

20 Campbell 6:00 Home

23 Gideon 6:00 Home

27 Southland 6:00 Away

29 Naylor 6:00 Away

30 Senath-Hornersville 6:00 Home

February

3 Clarkton 6:00 Home

6 Holcomb 6:00 Away

9 Risco 6:00 Home

13 Southland 6:00 Home

16 Tri County Tournament TBA Away

24 Hayti 6:00 Home

March

2 District Tournament TBA Away

2008-2009 JUNIOR HIGH BASKETBALL

October

9 8^th Grade Tournament-Cooter TBA Away

14 North Pemiscot 6:00 Away

16 Risco 6:00 Home

21 Holcomb 6:00 Home

23 Campbell 6:00 Home

28 Cooter 6:00 Away

30 Gideon 6:00 Away

November

4 McCarty 6:00 Away

6 Clarkton 6:00 Away

11 Southland 6:00 Home

17 Tri-County Conference Tournament TBA Away

2008-2009 SENIOR HIGH VOLLEYBALL

September

2 Risco 6:00 Home

4 North Pemiscot 4:30 Home

5 Holcomb 4:30 Home

8 Kennett High School 6:00 Away

9 Cooter 6:00 Home

11 Campbell 6:00 Away

16 Gideon 6:00 Home

18 Southland 6:00 Home

22 South Pemiscot 6:00 Away

25 Gideon Tournament Away

29 Clarkton 4:30 Away

30 Hayti 6:00 Away

October

7 Risco 4:00 Away

9 Southland 6:00 Away

10 Senath-Hornersville 4:30 Away

13 Tri County Tournament Away

21 Cooter 6:00 Away

23 North Pemiscot 4:30 Away

27 District Tournament TBA Away

2008-2009 JUNIOR HIGH VOLLEYBALL

February

26 Senath-Hornersville 4:30 Away

March

3 North Pemiscot 4:30 Home

5 Risco 4:30 Away

6 Cooter 4:30 Home

12 Campbell 4:30 Away

16 Southland 4:30 Home

17 Clarkton 4:30 Away

20 Senath 8^th Grade Tournament Away

23 Holcomb 4:30 Home

24 Gideon 4:30 Away

26 McCarty 4:30 Home

30 Tri-County Tournament TBA Away

Standard Complaint Resolution Procedure

For Improving America’s Schools Act Programs

This complaint resolution applies to all programs administered by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education under the Goals 2000: Educate America Act and the Improving America’s Schools Act (IASA).

A complaint is a formal allegation that a specific federal or state law or regulation has been violated, misapplied, or misinterpreted by school district personnel or by Department of Education personnel.

Any parent or guardian, surrogate parent, teacher, administrator, school board member, or other person directly involved with an activity, program, or project operated under the general supervision of the Department may file a complaint. Such a complaint must be in writing and signed; it will provide specific details of the situation and indicate the law or regulation that is allegedly being violated, misapplied, or misinterpreted.

The written, signed complaint must be filed and the resolution pursued in accordance with local district policy: Complaints shall be filed initially with the Building Principal. Complaints may be filed with the Superintendent or School Board in the event that the Building Principal is unable to resolve the complaint or is the subject of the complaint. The Building Principal, Superintendent, or Board will be responsible for, where appropriate, promptly investigating the complaint, making findings, initiating effective actions based on those findings that resolve the complaint. A determination of the complaint’s validity and a description of the resolution shall be issued by the investigator, and a copy forwarded to the complainant no later than 30 days after the filing of the complaint.

The complainant may appeal the determination of the complaint. Appeals may be heard by the Superintendent, a hearing officer appointed by the Board, or by the Board itself as determined by the Board. The request to appeal shall be made within 20 days after the date of the written resolution of the complainant at the lower level. The appeal officer will issue a written determination of the complaint’s validity and a description of its resolution within 30 days after the appeal is filed.

Anyone having a complaint or criticism of the policies or administration of the schools of the district should file a written copy of the complaint with either the district clerk or the superintendent at least three days before a regularly scheduled board meeting.

If the issue cannot be resolved at the local level, the complainant may file a complaint with the Missouri Department of Education. If there is no evidence that the parties have attempted in good faith to resolve the complaint at the local level, the Department may require the parties to do so and may provide technical assistance to facilitate such resolution.

Any persons directly affected by the actions of the Department may file a similarly written complaint if they believe state or federal laws or regulations have been violated, misapplied, or misinterpreted by the Department itself.

Anyone wishing more information about this procedure or how complaints are resolved may contact local district or Department personnel.

NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND INFORMATION

Our district is required to inform you of certain information that you, according to The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (Public Law 107-110), have a right to know.

Upon your request, our district is required to provide to you in a timely manner, the following information:

Whether the teacher has met state qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction.
Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived.
Whether your student is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.
What baccalaureate degree major the teacher has and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification.

In addition to the information that parents may request, districts must provide to each individual parent-

Information on the achievement level of the parent's student in each of the state academic assessments as required under this part; and
Timely notice that the parent's student has been assigned, or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified.

NOTICE TO PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF

STUDENTS IN DELTA C-7 SCHOOL DISTRICT

On October 22, 1986, President Reagan signed into law the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA, Public Law 99-519). The law required EPA to develop regulations which provide a comprehensive framework for addressing asbestos problems in public and private elementary and secondary schools. On October 30, 1987, EPA, published the Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools Rule (40 CFR Part 763 Subpart E). This New Rule requires all public and private elementary and secondary schools to inspect for friable and non-friable asbestos, develop asbestos management plans that address asbestos hazards in school buildings, and implement response actions in a timely fashion. This rule became effective on December 14, 1987.

Delta C-7 Public Schools (LEA) has conducted a complete inspection of its facilities on July 19, 1988, utilizing the services of Mead Environmental Associates, 400 Broadway, Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701. A complete reinspection was conducted in 1991, 1994, and 1997. The results of these inspections have been included in a management plan. This management plan is available in the administrative offices of this LEA (and in the office of each school) during normal business hours, without costs or restriction, for inspection by representatives of the EPA and the State, the public, including teachers, other school personnel and their representatives, and parents. The LEA may charge a reasonable cost to make copies of management plans.

You, as a parent, are encouraged to examine the management plan that affects your child(ren). The contents of the management plan and the recommendations made in it were presented and approved at the Delta C-7 Board meeting on March 13, 1989. You may contact James L. Williams, Superintendent of Schools, to obtain further information.

The purpose of the Federal and State regulations is to protect the health and well being of all persons entering the buildings of this LEA for any reason. This LEA takes very seriously the recommendations made in the management plan, which have been approved by the Missouri Department of Health.

The person in this LEA trained to oversee asbestos activities and ensure compliance is James L. Williams. As required in the rule, he is the single contact for the public to obtain information about asbestos-related activities in the LEA. You may reach him at P.O. Box 297, Deering, Missouri 63840, or during office hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

The complete removal of asbestos containing material from the boiler and pipes in the boiler room of the elementary school was completed September 15, 1989.

What to Do During and Earthquake

Stay as safe as possible during an earthquake. Be aware that some earthquakes are actually foreshocks and a larger earthquake might occur. Minimize your movements to a few steps to a nearby safe place and stay indoors until the shaking has stopped and you are sure exiting is safe.

If indoors

1. DROP to the ground; take COVER by getting under a sturdy table or other piece of furniture; and HOLD ON until the shaking stops. If there isn’t a table or desk near you, cover your face and head with your arms and crouch in an inside corner of the building.

2. Stay away from glass, windows, outside doors and walls, and anything that could fall, such as lighting fixtures or furniture.

3. Stay in bed if you are there when the earthquake strikes. Hold on and protect your head with a pillow, unless you are under a heavy light fixture that could fall. In that case, move to the nearest safe place.

4. Use a doorway for shelter only if it is in close proximity to you and if you know it is a strongly supported, loadbearing doorway.

5. Stay inside until shaking stops and it is safe to go outside. Research has shown that most injuries occur when people inside buildings attempt to move to a different location inside the building or try to leave.

6. Be aware that the electricity may go out or the sprinkler systems or fire alarms may turn on.

7. DO NOT use the elevators.

If outdoors

1. Stay there.

2. Move away from buildings, streetlights, and utility wires.

3. Once in the open, stay there until the shaking stops. The greatest danger exists directly outside buildings, at exits, and alongside exterior walls. Many of the 120 fatalities from the 1933 Long Beach earthquake occurred when people ran outside of buildings only to be killed by falling debris from collapsing walls. Ground movement during an earthquake is seldom the direct cause of death or injury. Most earthquake-related casualties result from collapsing walls, flying glass, and falling objects.

If in a moving vehicle

1. Stop as quickly as safety permits and stay in the vehicle. Avoid stopping near or under buildings, trees, overpasses, and utility wires.

2. Proceed cautiously once the earthquake has stopped. Avoid roads, bridges, or ramps that might have been damaged by the earthquake.

If trapped under debris

1. Do not light a match.

2. Do not move about or kick up dust.

3. Cover your mouth with a handkerchief or clothing.

4. Tap on a pipe or wall so rescuers can locate you. Use a whistle if one is available. Shout only as a last resort. Shouting can cause you to inhale dangerous amounts of dust.

Six Ways to Plan Ahead

1. Check for Hazards in the Home

1. Fasten shelves securely to walls.

2. Place large or heavy objects on lower shelves.

3. Store breakable items such as bottled foods, glass, and china in low, closed cabinets with latches.

4. Hang heavy items such as pictures and mirrors away from beds, couches, and anywhere people sit.

5. Brace overhead light fixtures.

6. Repair defective electrical wiring and leaky gas connections. These are potential fire risks.

7. Secure a water heater by strapping it to the wall studs and bolting it to the floor.

8. Repair any deep cracks in ceilings or foundations. Get expert advice if there are signs of structural defects.

9. Store weed killers, pesticides, and flammable products securely in closed cabinets with latches and on bottom shelves.

10. Identify Safe Places Indoors and Outdoors

1. Under sturdy furniture such as a heavy desk or table.

2. Against an inside wall.

3. Away from where glass could shatter around windows, mirrors, pictures, or where heavy bookcases or other heavy furniture could fall over.

4. In the open, away from buildings, trees, telephone and electrical lines, overpasses, or elevated expressways.

5. Educate Yourself and Family Members

1. Contact your local emergency management office or American Red Cross chapter for more information on earthquakes. Also read the “How-To Series” for information on how to protect your property from earthquakes.

2. Teach children how and when to call 9-1-1, police, or fire department and which radio station to tune to for emergency information.

3. Teach all family members how and when to turn off gas, electricity, and water.

4. Have Disaster Supplies on Hand

1. Flashlight and extra batteries.

2. Portable battery-operated radio and extra batteries.

3. First aid kit and manual.

4. Emergency food and water.

5. Nonelectric can opener.

6. Essential medicines.

7. Cash and credit cards.

8. Sturdy shoes.

9. Develop an Emergency Communication Plan

1. In case family members are separated from one another during an earthquake (a real possibility during the day when adults are at work and children are at school), develop a plan for reuniting after the disaster.

2. Ask an out-of-state relative or friend to serve as the “family contact.” After a disaster, it’s often easier to call long distance. Make sure everyone in the family knows the name, address, and phone number of the contact person.

3. Help Your Community Get Ready

1. Publish a special section in your local newspaper with emergency information on earthquakes. Localize the information by printing the phone numbers of local emergency services offices, the American Red Cross, and hospitals.

2. Conduct a week-long series on locating hazards in the home.

3. Work with local emergency services and American Red Cross officials to prepare special reports for people with mobility impairments on what to do during an earthquake.

4. Provide tips on conducting earthquake drills in the home.

5. Interview representatives of the gas, electric, and water companies about shutting off utilities.

6. Work together in your community to apply your knowledge to building codes, retrofitting programs, hazard hunts, and neighborhood and family emergency plans.

What to Do After an Earthquake

1. Expect aftershocks. These secondary shockwaves are usually less violent than the main quake but can be strong enough to do additional damage to weakened structures and can occur in the first hours, days, weeks, or even months after the quake.

2. Listen to a battery-operated radio or television. Listen for the latest emergency information.

3. Use the telephone only for emergency calls.

4. Open cabinets cautiously. Beware of objects that can fall off shelves.

5. Stay away from damaged areas. Stay away unless your assistance has been specifically requested by police, fire, or relief organizations. Return home only when authorities say it is safe.

6. Be aware of possible tsunamis if you live in coastal areas. These are also known as seismic sea waves (mistakenly called “tidal waves”). When local authorities issue a tsunami warning, assume that a series of dangerous waves is on the way. Stay away from the beach.

7. Help injured or trapped persons. Remember to help your neighbors who may require special assistance such as infants, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Give first aid where appropriate. Do not move seriously injured persons unless they are in immediate danger of further injury. Call for help.

8. Clean up spilled medicines, bleaches, gasoline or other flammable liquids immediately. Leave the area if you smell gas or fumes from other chemicals.

9. Inspect the entire length of chimneys for damage. Unnoticed damage could lead to a fire.

10. Inspect utilities.

1. Check for gas leaks. If you smell gas or hear blowing or hissing noise, open a window and quickly leave the building. Turn off the gas at the outside main valve if you can and call the gas company from a neighbor’s home. If you turn off the gas for any reason, it must be turned back on by a professional.

2. Look for electrical system damage. If you see sparks or broken or frayed wires, or if you small hot insulation, turn off the electricity at the main fuse box or circuit breaker. If you have to step in water to get to the fuse box or circuit breaker, call an electrician first for advice.

3. Check for sewage and water line damage. If you suspect sewage lines are damaged, avoid using the toilets and call a plumber. If water pipes are damaged, contact the water company and avoid using water from the tap. You can obtain safe water by melting ice cubes.