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2020 -21 High School Student Handbook District Guidelines | Rights & Responsibilities
Graduation Requirements
Students must complete 22.5 credits to receive a high school diploma.
1. English Language Arts (ELA). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 credits
Four years of ELA are required: English I and II, and English III and IV or their equivalents
2. Social Studies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 credits
World History, U.S. History, one semester of Alaska Studies, one semester of Economics, one semester of United
States Government, one semester of a Social Studies elective. Students may waive the .5 credit social studies
requirement by completion of Level III of a world language (ASL, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin,
Russian, or Spanish); immersion students may waive the .5 social studies requirement by completion of Japanese
for Fluent Speakers I, Vistas Juveniles del Mundo Hispano, or Russian Immersion Youth and Culture.
3. Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 credits
Six semesters of Mathematics electives. In order to satisfy the algebra requirements, students must complete one
of the following options: Algebra I, semester 1 and 2; or Survey of Algebra, semester 1 and 2; or Credit-by-Choice
Challenge by Examination.
4. Sciences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 credits
Three years (six semesters) of science credit are required. Two semesters must be life science. Two semesters must
be physical science.
5. Physical Education/Health Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 credits
Three semesters of physical/health education are required. A wide variety of courses are offered at each school.
Elective credit must be earned to replace a Physical Education/Health Education requirement that is waived.
A) Students may obtain a waiver of .25 of the physical education graduation requirement for each full season of
ASAA-sanctioned sports participation within the Anchorage School District.
B) Students may also waive physical education requirements through Credit By Choice, correspondence, or col-
lege coursework in Physical Education/Health.
C) A maximum of 1.0 waiver of the physical education requirement is available upon successful completion of 2
years (four semesters) of JROTC.
4. Electives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 credits
Fifteen semester courses have not been specified so as to provide students an opportunity to pursue individual
educational goals. Electives may include additional courses in Language Arts, Social Studies, Mathematics,
Science, Technology, Fine Arts, World Languages, Physical Education and Career Technology.
Total 22.5 credits
a. A student may be considered for graduation when he or she has acquired a minimum of 22.5 credits after grade 8 in required and elective subjects.
b. Seniors entering the ASD for the first time may graduate by meeting requirements of their previous school when the ASD requirements create
hardship.Table of Contents
School Year Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
High School Graduation Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside front cover
Activity Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside back cover
I. Anchorage School District Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-1
Academics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-1
Alternative Schools/Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-2
Charter Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-5
Anchorage School District BYOD Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-5
Extracurricular Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-6
General Attendance Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-11
Grievance Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-14
ASD Harassment and/or Discrimination Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-14
School Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-15
Student Services Directory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-16
Student Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-16
Student Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-16
Title IX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-18
Parent Involvement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-19
Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act (FERPA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-20
II. Statement of Rights and Responsibilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1
Due Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1
Non-Discrimination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1
Jurisdiction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1
Rights, Responsibilities and Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1
Students Experiencing Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1
Student Behavior/Prohibited Conduct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1
Search and Seizure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-5
Types of Sanctions/Disciplinary Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-6
Hearing and Appeal Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-8
Freedom of and Responsibilities Relating to Speech and Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-9
Student Surveys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-10
APPENDIX A-1 – Students with Identified Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-10
Student Handbooks Published August 1991
Revised 7/93, 7/94, 6/95, 6/96, 6/97, 7/98, 6/99, 6/00, 6/01, 6/02, 6/03, 6/04, 6/05, 6/06, 6/07, 6/08, 5/09, 6/10, 6/11, 6/12, 6/13,
6/14, 6/15, 6/17, 7/18, 6/19, 6/20
Student Rights & Responsibilities Copyright © 1997
Revised 7/98, 7/99, 6/00, 6/01, 6/02, 6/05, 6/07, 6/10, 8/11, 6/13, 6/15, 6/16, 7/18, 1/19, 6/19, 2/20, 8/20
Anchorage School District Education Center
5530 E. Northern Lights Blvd., Anchorage, Alaska 99504-3135
(907) 742-4000
www.asdk12.orgSection I
Anchorage School District Guidelines
ACADEMICS
Academic Progress for five (5) or more days, a make-up request can be made through the
Parents and student’s are encouraged to track progress through Q school office. The actual work assigned for grading is at the discretion
Parent and Student Connect. It is expected that accurate and objective of the teacher.
reporting will encourage the student’s to make use of their educational Course Withdrawal Procedures
opportunities to the best of their abilities. Once students have selected courses, there will be no schedule changes,
Grading Procedures including withdrawals, after the beginning of the grading period except
Reporting periods are nine weeks in length although courses are taken as determined by the principal or designee.
by semester. In high school, the first report or grade is a notice of a Any student who is absent for the first three (3) days of a course
student’s progress up to the middle of the semester. The final semester may be withdrawn from that course. If this occurs, the student must
grade is based on the total amount of contribution a student has made reschedule.
to the course during the entire semester. In high school, if a student No records shall be kept on a student withdrawing from a course with
fails one semester of a full-year course and successfully completes the the principal or designee’s permission prior to the end of the tenth
other semester of the same course, credit is granted for the semester (10th) day of the course. If a student withdraws from a course with
successfully completed. the principal or designee’s permission after ten (10) days of the course,
he/she will have WF (withdraw failing) or WP (withdraw passing)
Grading System recorded on his/her transcript. WF’s are included in the calculations of
“A’’ This mark indicates the student has done work in quality and the student grade point average.
quantity far in excess of the standards set forth for a satisfactory grade
in the course. Honors Group
“B’’ This mark indicates that the student is doing work in quality To give recognition for high scholastic achievement, the Anchorage
and quantity above the standards set forth for a passing grade in the School District Board of Education has established standards for the
course. selection of members of an Honors Group. A student who has a cumu-
“C’’ This mark is a satisfactory passing grade. It indicates that lative GPA of 3.5 by the semester prior to graduation will be eligible for
the student is acquiring the necessary information to proceed in the membership in the Honors Group.
subject. He/she is meeting the standards set for a passing grade in the Honors graduates will be given recognition at graduation and on their
course. transcript in the following manner:
“D’’ This mark indicates that the student is not effectively master- 1. Students with a GPA of 3.50 to less than 3.76 will be designated as
ing the work assigned but has sufficient understanding of the subject having graduated Cum Laude;
2. Students with a GPA of 3.76 to 4.0 will be designed as having
to justify the opinion that more growth will result from advancement
graduated Magna Cum Laude;
than from repetition of the course.
3. Students with a GPA of greater than 4.0 will be designated as hav-
“F’’ Insufficient progress in the subject to merit granting of credit
ing graduated Summa Cum Laude.
in the course.
“WF’’ or “WP” Student has been withdrawn from the course “failing’’ Honor Roll
or “passing’’. High school students earning a 3.5 grade average will be eligible for
“I’’ Represents an incomplete grade on required course work due the honor roll. Any “F’’ or “D’’ grade will disqualify a student for that
to an acceptable reason which is administratively determined. Student grading period. A high school student must be enrolled in a minimum
will be givena reasonable period of time to remove the incomplete. of four (4) subjects, and grades in all courses will be considered.
“J’’ Audit—Indicates a student is auditing a course for his/her
benefit. This does not count towards credit for graduation and must be
Honor Society
All students who meet national and chapter membership standards
approved prior to the tenth (10th) day of the course.
shall be given consideration for membership. The society sponsor in
Part-time Students each school will have the answers to any questions students may have.
Part-time students may enroll in course(s) on a space-available basis
and in the same time frame as full-time students. Part-time students
Anchorage School District Academic Letter
To earn an ASD academic letter, any student who has fulfilled the
wanting to attend a specific class in an alternative school/program,
criteria for Honor Roll in two consecutive semesters will be awarded
must participate in the school/program entrance process on the same
an Academic Letter. These semesters need not fall in order of fall and
basis as full-time students. This may include taking part in a lottery
spring semester, but may be considered consecutive if the GPA is earned
and being placed on a waiting list before being approved to be enrolled
in the spring semester and the following fall semester. Any semester
in the class(es).
the student meets the Honor Roll criteria subsequent to the awarding
Make-Up Procedures for Absences of the Academic Letter and earns a 3.5 to 4.0, a silver star is awarded.
Students provided an opportunity to make up work for absences will be Any semester the student meets the Honor Roll criteria subsequent to
granted one day of make-up privilege for each day of absence. When a the awarding of the Academic Letter and earns a 4.0 or higher, a gold
family knows in advance that their student will be absent from school star is awarded.
Student/Parent HandbookI-1Internet and Email Expectations for internet and email use: Students are responsible for good
behavior on school computer networks just as they are in a classroom or
We are pleased to offer students in the Anchorage School District access
a school hallway. Communications on the network are often public in
to the district computer network for electronic mail and internet access.
nature. General school rules for behavior and communications apply.
To obtain an electronic mail account and internet access, all students
The network is provided for students to conduct research and commu-
must obtain parental permission and must sign and return to the school
nicate with others. Access to network services is given to students who
office an Internet Users Agreement.
agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Parent permission
Access: Email and the internet will enable students to explore thousands
is required and students who do not have such permission are respon-
of libraries, databases, and bulletin boards while exchanging messages
sible for not accessing the internet at school. Access is a privilege, not a
with internet users throughout the world. While the district’s intent is
right, and entails responsibility.
to make internet access available to further educational goals and objec-
tives, students may find ways to access other materials as well. Families Individual users of district computer networks are responsible for their
should be aware that some material accessible via the internet may con- behavior and communications over those networks. It is expected that
tain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate or potentially offen- users will comply with district standards and will honor the agreements
sive. We believe that the benefits to student from access to the internet, they have signed.
in the form of information resources and opportunities for collabora-
tion, exceed any disadvantages. Ultimately, parents and guardians Network storage areas may be treated like school lockers. Network
of minors are responsible for setting and conveying the standards administrators may review files and communications to maintain
that their children should follow when using media and information system integrity and insure that users are using the system responsibly.
sources. To that end, the Anchorage School District will support and Users should not expect that files stored on district servers will always
respect each family’s right to decide whether or not to apply for access. be private.
ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS/PROGRAMS
The district has a number of special purpose programs for students tion. CITC promotes the development of self-confidence, creativity,
with distinct interests and needs. Individualization is emphasized leadership, and traditional values by integrating hands-on, culturally
in the following programs. Students earn credits and meet district responsive content and innovative practices into their academic classes
requirements in a variety of ways, and these programs are characterized and after-school activities.
by curricular innovation, along with basic skills development. A brief
description of each is included here. If you have any questions, check Bartlett Medical Academy
with your counselor. The Medical Academy at Bartlett will prepare students to enter the
work force or college with preparation in various facets of the medical
Alaska Middle College School (AMCS) field. Classes in Anatomy, Physiology, Forensics, Medical Terminology,
Alaska Middle College School (AMCS) is Alaska’s first dual-enroll- Health Occupations, and Sports Injury Management will be available
ment high school in which students are concurrently enrolled in both to students through the academy. Students do internships and shadow
high school and college courses. AMCS students have the opportunity professionals at the Veterans Hospital next to the Bartlett campus for
to complete their high school graduation requirements while accruing real life experience.
college credits toward a wide array of degree programs. Some students
may be able to earn their Associates Degree by the time they graduate Bartlett, Integrated Honors High School (IHHS)
high school depending on course load. College courses are taught by The Integrated Honors Program is a college-preparatory program
UAA faculty, and ASD teachers provide individualized academic sup- designed to emphasize academic writing and analysis of classic lit-
port to ensure students are successful in their college courses as they erature. Beginning in 9th grade, students will take their Honors
undergo an early transition to college. College courses become a part of Language Arts course and Honors History course with a designated
a student’s college transcript as well as their ASD transcript. “Honor Team” comprised of one Honors Language Arts teacher and
Alaska Middle College is located on UAA’s main campus where stu- one Honors/AP History teacher for each grade level. Experience with
dents have access to college professors, high school teachers, and sup- the Seminar Method will begin in 9th grade and continue through
port staff. Additionally, the Alaska Native Science and Engineering the program. Students will be introduced the Honors Team in 9th
Program (ANSEP) is located on main campus and students attending grade and continue with the honors teams through graduation. “Cross
that program have access to courses at AMCS in order to fulfill their connections are so important to the student’s learning experience, and
requirements. (786-7611) these connections can be found throughout the curriculum.” In an
effort to enhance student learning, the study of literature and history
ASD Virtual in all honors designated courses will be integrated and team-taught.
ASD Virtual is the Anchorage School District’s online program. ASD
Virtual provides high school students with opportunities to earn credit Benny Benson
online. Through ASD Virtual’s online classes, students have access to The SAVE II Program provides specialized high school programs for
courses that may not be available at their school, that allow students to students who are in 11th and 12th grade and are behind in credit or
overcome scheduling challenges, and that meet student needs. Online have already dropped out of high school. Students must have a referral
courses may be taken as original course attempt, to replace a grade, or from a counselor or administrator. Final recommendation for accep-
for academic advancement. tance into these programs is determined after a student and parent
interview is conducted. These programs combine teacher-directed
Bartlett High, Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) instruction, class assignments, and individualized contracts for the stu-
Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) provides a spectrum of core con- dents’ academic development. Students are evaluated on a monthly sys-
tent academic classes at Bartlett High School for Alaska Native and tem where a minimum of academic progress is expected. Students are
American Indian students. CITC teachers emphasize high expectations required to hold a part time job for a minimum of 20 hours per week
for academic excellence while providing students with an encouraging and/or attend a class at King Technical High School to fulfill their
environment in which youth can fulfill their potential through educa- vocational expectation. Work experience and vocational training are
I-2 SECTION I: District High School Guidelinescounted as elective credit and serve as half of the student’s educational with members of the local Japanese community in an “adopt-a-student”
day. Students in these programs must meet the same requirements for program. High school immersion courses are designed to be rigorous
state and district standards as the students attending traditional high and challenging for students while preparing them for upper division
schools in the Anchorage School district. university coursework.
Benny Benson is located at 4515 Campbell Airstrip Road.
Dimond High School Engineering Academy
Charter Schools The DHS Engineering Academy is designed to prepare students for a
Charter school students, with principal approval, may take courses at two-year or a four-year engineering degree program. Five engineering
comprehensive high schools or King Tech High School. courses follow the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum that may
qualify for articulated agreements with universities in Alaska and across
Chugiak High School Spanish Immersion Program the U. S. Engineering Academy courses are project-based. Students are
The district’s K-12 Japanese, Russian and Spanish language immersion connected with engineering professors at UAA and with engineers in
programs have designated feeder middle and high schools to ensure that businesses that serve on the Engineering Academy Advisory Council.
students continue their immersion experience in a seamless, articulated Students may enter the Engineering Academy as freshmen and con-
sequence of higher level courses. Chugiak High School is the continua- tinue the four-year sequence or they may take individual courses when
tion of the Spanish immersion program from Chugiak Elementary and space is available.
Mirror Lake Middle schools. In the high school program there are four-
year upper level courses designed to increase students’ language skills East High, Elitnaurvik (EWE)
while learning through content. Spanish courses include Vistas Juveniles Elitnaurvik-Within-East is designed specifically for Alaska Native
del Mundo Hispano, Perspectivas Literarias, Estudios Latinoamericanos, and American Indian students. Elitnaurvik in Yupik means “a place
and Advanced Placement (both language and literature.) High school to learn.”
immersion courses are designed to be rigorous and challenging for stu- EWE incorporates Native values and issues, and successfully addresses
dents while preparing them for upper division university coursework. different learning styles in its activities, course offerings, and work
components. EWE enjoys widespread support in the community. The
Chugiak, World Discovery Seminar Program (WDS) primary emphasis is on building leadership through group participa-
The World Discovery Seminar Program is an alternative, smaller learn- tion, volunteerism, and empowering students to embrace their cultural
ing community and official ASD school-within-a-school that serves heritage. Elitnaurvik provides culturally-based education, counseling,
students at Chugiak High School. Rather than relying on textbooks, tutoring, and after-school activities.
the program employs the Paideia methodology, a Socratic–based learn-
ing technique focusing on in-depth understanding of primary texts. East High, School-Within-A-School (SWS)
With the teacher facilitating the discovery learning process, students School within a school is a cohesive learning community within East
explore, through writing and discussion, real life questions about lit- Anchorage High School which provides a unique, enhanced learning
erary and historical texts. In the Paideia seminar process, verbal and experience for self-directed students with an emphasis on independent
written discussion of the texts is emphasized over answering “end of thinking, integrated learning, and community development. SWS
chapter” questions. accomplishes this through a partnership of skilled, innovative teach-
Emphasis is placed on deeper learning, rather than general content. ers and staff, a small cohesive student population, and parental sup-
The basic concept is to assist young people to become avid, self- port. SWS offers a wide range of core and elective classes, including
motivated learners. Interesting projects and hands-on activities are also advanced placement and self-directed study classes. Students take world
fundamental to the class work. Self-expression is highlighted through language, physical education, and vocational and fine arts offerings
the many varied activities comprising the World Discovery Seminar from the wide array offered in East High School. SWS students par-
approach. Class dialogue allows the sharing of various opinions and ticipate in East High activities that include sports, clubs, drama, dance,
experiences, which encourages students to draw their own conclusions. music, and student government. SWS program has 200 students, in
This helps all students develop a greater, more profound understanding addition to the world exchange students and fills through the district
of literature, history, science, mathematics and philosophy. lottery system. Siblings in SWS and students in the East High atten-
dance zone will have preference.
Crossroads
Crossroads located at Benny Benson, is the Anchorage School District’s King Technical High School (KTHS)
school for pregnant and parenting teens. Crossroads provides a sup- The Martin Luther King Jr. Technical High School is a hybrid model
portive instructional environment which allows students to continue part-time and full-time high school which offers career, vocational and
their education while pregnant and/or parenting. A complete program technical training in more than 25 occupations for students primarily
of instruction is provided with an emphasis on core academics. The in grades 11–12. KTHS courses provide academic and elective credit,
program utilizes online instruction in conjunction with traditional and some courses offer concurrent college credit or credit toward post-
coursework to meet the academic needs of students. Specialized cur- secondary training programs such as apprenticeships. Each program
riculum related to being a pregnant and/or parenting teen is offered is guided by an Advisory Council made up of experts from industry
and community support contacts are available for students. The staff and post-secondary education, including apprenticeships and trade
at Crossroads is committed to providing quality instruction in an envi- organizations. All courses at KTHS are delivered through hands-on
ronment that fosters regular school attendance and student responsibil- learning with the latest technology and equipment. At KTHS students
ity for learning. learn skills that will help them in post-secondary education, in a trade
organization training program, or going directly to work. Our students
Dimond High School Japanese Immersion Program tell us that they are better prepared for life after high school because of
The district’s K-12 Japanese, Russian and Spanish language immersion the skills and knowledge gained through their KTHS classes.
programs have designated feeder middle and high schools to ensure that Part-time students spend the equivalent of three periods at KTHS and
students continue their immersion experience in a seamless, articulated earn 1.5 credits for each semester class. Full-time King Tech students
sequence of higher level courses. Dimond High School is the continu- spend the majority of the school day at KTHS, earning core credits in a
ation of the Japanese immersion program from Sand Lake Elementary variety of ways including online, face to face, and blended classes. Bus
and Mears Middle schools. The Japanese for Fluent Speakers course transportation is provided from students’ home schools or they may
sequence includes an “Honors” course in which students are partnered provide their own transportation. (742-8900)
Student/Parent HandbookI-3McLaughlin Service High, Biomedical Career Academy (BCA)
McLaughlin Youth Center provides short-term and long-term residen- The Biomedical Career Academy at Service aims to prepare students
tial care for institutionalized delinquent adolescents throughout the for a successful career in the healthcare industry. Classes within the
State of Alaska. The Anchorage School District administers a com- BCA focus heavily on rigorous academics within a traditional cur-
prehensive educational program for McLaughlin residents. Students riculum, integrating healthcare and medically based activities within
receive instruction in the core academic areas, as well as physical educa- the classroom and community. Students have the option of preparing
tion, technology, and vocational studies. themselves for a position directly after high school within a healthcare
setting and/or to focus on preparation for a traditional college degree.
PAIDEIA All students are required to be members of HOSA (Health Occupation
PAIDEIA Cooperative School, located at CMSS, is a K-12 culture of Students of America–a nationally recognized student healthcare orga-
academic innovation and adaptation, offering a personalized, customiz- nization) and will also be obtaining current first-aid/CPR certification.
able and blended learning plan for passion driven students and families. Students are also required to take Project Lead The Way Principals
Students may take up to three classes at local ASD schools, attend small of Biomedical Science and Human Body Systems in the appropriate
on-site core courses at PAIDEIA and register for local university courses progression. Seniors, upon the successful completion of prerequisites,
Staff assists students in coordinating business partnerships, intern- will take a capstone class which focuses on individual research and
ships and mentorships. Teachers work collaboratively with parents and hands-on learning.
colleagues to design custom programs utilizing hundreds of online The BCA students will be interacting with our business partners in the
class options and several pre-approved, pre-arranged credit options for community thus will be held to high standards of professional conduct
family-developed plans and life experiences. The program is enhanced and communication.
with exploratories, field trips and customized cooperative groups.
Service High, The Leadership Academy
Polaris K–12 School The Leadership Academy at Service High School is centered around
Polaris K-12 School is Anchorage’s only brick and mortar school to have the Navy JROTC program and focuses on academic excellence, com-
all grade levels from kindergarten to the senior year of high school. munity service and academic/practical leadership training. Each year of
As an ASD alternative program, we differ in educational philosophy, participation in the Leadership Academy counts for one elective credit.
grade level organization, student evaluation, curriculum, instructional Additionally, for each of the first two years of participation the student
methods, and student involvement. Our program is characterized by will have one-half credit of Physical Education credit waived. An in-
curricular innovation along with basic skills development and allows house mentoring and tutoring program is provided for all Leadership
for an integrated curriculum and multi-age group learning based on Academy. The Leadership Academy prides itself on leading technology
student interests, needs, and developmental levels. Students are par- integration at Service High, making use of the latest in innovative
ticipants in creating a rigorous curriculum that exposes them to 21st classroom technologies.
century skills, learning traditional academic standards, developing Service High, The Seminar School (TSS)
civic responsibilities and policies, while also meeting their personal The Seminar School serves 250 students and is characterized by the
educational interests. Our program is for students, parents/guardians use of the Socratic seminar method, a strong sense of community and
and teachers who want an emphasis on self-directed learning and active a learning environment that emphasizes independence, trust, personal
participation in community. responsibility and an open mind. The TSS curriculum is built on the
SAVE consideration of classic texts that span the history and breadth of
human experience. Students of the Seminar School are diverse in char-
SAVE provides specialized high school programs for students who
acter and ability and work together in a multi-grade level setting (9–12)
are in 11th and 12th grade and are behind in credit or have already
for a portion of their classes. Students can fulfill all language arts and
dropped out of high school. SAVE accepts student enrollments year-
social studies requirements along with some science and math require-
round. Applications may be picked up at your counselor’s office or
ments through TSS classes.
downloaded online. Walk-ins are welcome to complete application
packet and schedule an appointment for interview. Final recom- Steller Secondary School
mendation for acceptance into SAVE is determined after completed Steller is a school that provides students with opportunities to be self-
application, student and parent interview and all required documents directed, independent and responsible learners. Steller offers a person-
(immunization record, transcript, etc.) are turned into the front office. alized education for grades 7 through 12 where students can define
SAVE High School offers a personalized education path for each of their own educational goals with the help of parents and staff. Steller
our students. Instead of the traditional one-size-fits-all classroom, we Secondary School fosters an educational environment based on student
seek to motivate and encourage students to be independent learners. responsibility and freedom.
Our blended-learning model provides teacher-directed instruction, Steller classes focus on educational process and provide opportunities
small group learning opportunities and/or online academic assign- for the development of leadership skills, problem solving proficiency,
ments. Students are evaluated monthly and expected to demonstrate self-assessment abilities, decision-making skills and goal setting.
academic and vocational progress. As a result, each student receives Self-directed learning is a vital part of the Steller program. Active
individualized instruction and support from our teachers and staff. involvement within both the Steller community and the community
This personal attention and guidance are often the crucial ingredient to of Anchorage is also important. Steller follows the ASD guidelines for
student success. Students are required to hold a part time job or volun- educational content and graduation requirements. (742-4950)
teer for a minimum of 20 hours per week and/or attend a class at King West High, Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC)
Tech High to fulfill their vocational expectation. Work experience and Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) provides a spectrum of core content
vocational training are counted as elective credit and serve as half of the academic classes at West High School for Alaska Native and American
student’s educational day. The requirements for graduation from SAVE Indian students. CITC teachers emphasize high expectations for
High School are the same as the requirements for all secondary high academic excellence while providing students with an encouraging
schools in the Anchorage School District. Upon completion students environment in which youth can fulfill their potential through educa-
receive an ASD high school diploma. tion. CITC promotes the development of self-confidence, creativity,
I-4 SECTION I: District High School Guidelinesleadership, and traditional values by integrating hands-on, culturally Additionally, students undertake an independent research project;
responsive content and innovative practices into their academic classes participate in creative, physical, and social service activities; and take a
and after-school activities. class called Theory of Knowledge. West High is the only IB program
in the Anchorage School District. More than 25 West staff have had
West High, Highly Gifted Program (HG) specialized IB training. IB is taught in more than 2200 high schools in
The Highly Gifted Program at West High School is designed for the
over 140 countries.
9th–12th grade student whose educational needs cannot be met within
the Honors Programs at the high school level. The first two years of the West High School Language Immersion Programs
program offers a smaller learning community through clustered core The district’s K-12 Japanese, Russian and Spanish language immersion
classes. The emphasis on critical thinking and writing skills encourages programs have designated feeder middle and high schools to ensure that
depth and breadth of knowledge in all content areas. students continue their immersion experience in a seamless, articulated
sequence of higher level courses. West High School is the continua-
West High, Pre-IB tion of the Spanish two-way immersion program from Government
The West Pre-IB program prepares 9th and 10th grade students for the
Hill Elementary and Romig Middle schools. The two-way immersion
IB Diploma Program not only in terms of academics but also in terms
program is the only one of its kind in Alaska. Students in this program
of students’ attitudes about, and approaches toward, learning and life.
are both English speakers and native Spanish-speakers who together
Pre-IB encourages students to develop independence of thought, cre-
become bilingual and biliterate in both Spanish and English. Native
ativity, inquiry skills, open-mindedness, and an ability to think critical-
Spanish speaking students and heritage Spanish speakers with literacy
ly and reflectively. To participate, students must be enrolled in at least
skills in Spanish are encouraged to enroll in this Spanish two-way
4 of the following 6 courses in 9th and 10th grades: Honors English,
immersion program. In the high school program there are four-year
Honors History, Biology/Chemistry, Algebra/Geometry or higher, a
upper level courses designed to increase students’ language skills while
second language, and the arts. In addition to taking a Pre-IB schedule
learning through content. Spanish courses include Vistas Juveniles
of classes, Pre-IB students will meet periodically as a group for special
del Mundo Hispano, Perspectivas Literarias, Estudios Latinoamericanos,
activities and learning opportunities that build a community of learners
and Advanced Placement (both language and literature.) High school
and contribute toward a climate of international-mindedness at West.
immersion courses are designed to be rigorous and challenging for stu-
West High, International Baccalaureate (IB) dents while preparing them for upper division university coursework.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program at West West High School is also the continuation of the Russian immersion
Anchorage High School encourages creative inquiry and critical think- program from Turnagain Elementary and Romig Middle schools.
ing while helping students develop a global perspective. IB is a chal- Beginning in 2012-13, the 9th grade Russian 9th grade immersion
lenging two-year pre-college course of studies in the tradition of the course is Sovremenaya Molodyoj’ i kul’tura (Contemporary Youth and
liberal arts. Diploma candidates must complete studies in six subject Culture.)
areas: English, a world language, history, science, math, and the arts.
CHARTER SCHOOLS
Family Partnership Charter School wide variety of colleges and universities. Frontier students benefit from
Family Partnership Charter School is a K-12 homeschool/correspon- a customized daily schedule, the flexibility of a 12 month school year,
dence program that focuses on personalized learning options, including and the personalized support of their own academic advisor. (742-1180)
flexible curriculum, online/distance ed., AP, university/college, and Highland Academy Charter School
small group enrichment courses, in a partnership with with parents, Highland Academy is a rigorous 6th-12th grade competency-based
vendors and tutors. (742-3700) learning environment that promotes mastery learning across the cur-
Frontier Charter School riculum. Students are placed at ability level in Language Arts and Math
Frontier Charter School is a K-12 correspondence study program in order to meet specific needs. Teachers plan integrated projects in
that serves a multitude of students with diverse interests and needs. combination with traditional direct instruction approaches, using a
Individuals interested in a traditional homeschool education, pursuing variety of resources. Skills learned in one content area can often lead
advanced studies, behind in high school credits, or those with special to standards met in another. We emphasize social-emotional learn-
needs as well as student-athletes that seek a flexible schedule, those ing, community-based and competencey-based learning, and growth
with an interest in educational travel, and individuals that want to take mindset through our blended learning program. When students gradu-
online/correspondence courses all find valued resources and support. ate from Highland, they are prepared for the next step, whether that’s
Frontier’s program allows families to use public education funds to jumping into a career or preparing for college We have a strong advi-
give students assess to a tremendous learning environment. Frontier sory program that supports academic, social, and emotional growth
students have the ability to take classes at UAA and receive dual credit, and students regularly present a reflection of their learning experiences
attend classes in other ASD schools and take online courses from a throughout their time at Highland Academy. (742-1700)
ANCHORAGE SCHOOL DISTRICT BYOD GUIDELINES
BYOD stands for Bring Your Own Device. Students may bring their Students will abide by the Anchorage School District Internet
own web-enabled device(s) to school for educational purposes. The Guidelines, the Student Internet User Agreement Form, and the
Anchorage School District also provides wireless access for student Internet and Electronic Communication Guidelines.
devices. Inappropriate use of electronic devices may result in disciplinary action
Phones and electronic devices may ONLY be used in class when appro- in accordance with the student handbook.
priate for school purposes as directed by the classroom teacher.
Student/Parent HandbookI-5Expectations of Appropriate Use District facilities is personally responsible for the equipment, which
• Silencing of devices during class-time includes the following:
• R equesting permission to photograph or record the teacher, • maintenance and repair of the equipment
another student, or classroom activities • installation of software and configuration of peripherals
• Keeping the device clearly visible while in use • legal and authorized licensing of software
• Coming prepared with a charged device • security and storage of equipment
• Keeping personal devices secure
• Using the school network for academic purposes District Rights with Privately Owned Devices
As it relates to privately owned devices being used in district facilities,
Examples of Inappropriate Use school principals reserve the right to:
• Personal use of texting, calling, gaming, internet surfing, or • Make determinations on whether specific uses of the device are
social networking during class-time
consistent with the district’s policies and procedure
• Photographing any class work with the intent to copy, cheat or
distribute • Deem what is appropriate and inappropriate
• Photographing, recording or posting content with the intent to • Restrict access to district resources, such as printers and servers
harm or disrupt • Remove the user’s access to the network and suspend the right to
• Connecting to VPNs or other tools to bypass the District web use the privately owned device in district facilities at any time if it
filter is determined that the users are engaged in unauthorized activity
• Using the school network for personal downloads and personal or are violating district policies and procedures
file sharing • Network administrators may review files and communications
BYOD Device Recommendations on ASD computers and networking devices to maintain system
Anchorage School District encourages students to bring a personal integrity and insure that users are using the system responsibly.
electronic device to school daily to use as a learning tool. In order Users should not expect that files stored on district servers will
for students to be efficient the device should meet these minimum always be private
requirements: Disciplinary action for misuse of privately owned devices at dis-
• Create/Edit files within Google Apps trict facilities shall be consistent with the district’s policies and
• Connect to the ASDbyod wifi network procedures. Any searches of student-owned devices shall be done in
Chromebooks are a very cost-effective student device and will meet all compliance with the district’s search and seizure policy. Violations
of the above requirements. may be cause for removing the individual’s access privileges, sus-
Expectations for Privately Owned Devices pension of use of the privately owned device in district facilities
Anyone who brings their privately owned device to Anchorage School and other disciplinary actions and/or appropriate legal action.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
The ASD offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities. It Activity stickers may also be used for admittance or reduced rates to
regularly prepares student surveys as part of a continuing effort dramatic, social, cultural events.
to accommodate the interests and abilities of all students in a non- Activity sticker use shall be standardized on an annual basis. Activity
discriminatory manner. Addition of interscholastic activities not stickers will not be discounted in any way. Refunds for activity stickers
currently available will be considered as a result of expression of of students leaving school will be $10.00 during the first semester only.
interest by students in numbers sufficient to justify formation of a Stickers may be purchased second semester for $15.00.
team or club. See the assistant principal for activities at your school
for more information Student Clubs
Student clubs may be formed at the request of students interested in a
Admission Prices particular activity. School groups may be organized by the school for
General Admission $5.00 educational and school purposes. The procedures and rules for club for-
* Students with Activity Stickers $3.00 (away events) mation and operation and participation in school groups is listed below.
* Students with Activity Stickers $4.00 (hockey away events) See your school principal or designee if you have questions.
* Students with Activity Stickers FREE (home events) 1. Students may form clubs within the following criteria:
Students—7th & 8th grade $3.00 a. Students may organize extracurricular clubs provided that
Students— 7th & 8th grade (hockey) $4.00 the club formation and activities are student-initiated and
Elementary & Pre-School FREE w/ parent voluntary.
Activity stickers must be presented or general admission must be paid b. Membership in a student-organized extracurricular club is
for both home and away events. All events will be charged at all levels open to all students.
except at ‘C’ team and ‘JV’ levels when not preceding a varsity contest; c. A student-organized extracurricular club shall have a school
and where control of the gate is impossible. monitor who ensures that school policies are not violated but
Activity Stickers who does not participate in the clubs.
Activity stickers will cost $25.00 each and will admit students to all d. Non-school persons (i.e., persons who are neither students nor
home athletic contests including those designated at locations which employees of the Anchorage School District) shall not direct,
are not on school property, i.e., Anchorage Football Stadium, Boeke control, conduct or regularly attend the meetings or activities
Sports Arena, etc. Activity stickers will also admit students to contests of student-organized extracurricular clubs.
at other Anchorage schools for $3.00 admission (hockey events $4.00). e. The activities of a student-organized extracurricular club shall
Non-activity sticker holders will be charged $5.00 or full adult price. take place only during non-instructional time.
I-6 SECTION I: District High School Guidelinesf. The school shall not expend public funds to the student- Bowling Honor Choir Student Government
organized extracurricular club beyond the incidental cost of Cheer Boys Ice Hockey Swimming/Diving
providing the space for meetings. Drama Journalism Workshop Tennis
g. Student-organized extracurricular clubs are expressly prohibit- Esports Music Festivals Track & Field
ed from the following: Interfering with the orderly conduct of Football Orchestra Volleyball
the educational purpose and activities of the school; promot- Forensics/Debate Rifle Wrestling
ing, encouraging, or sanctioning activities that are unlawful; Girls Flag Football Soccer X-Country Running
abridging the constitutional rights of any person; or compel- Gymnastics Softball X-Country Skiing
ling a school agent or employee to attend a meeting that is Fees for interscholastic sports are as follows:
contrary to the beliefs of that agent or employee. $193 for Tennis, Cross Country Running, Cheer, Track and Field,
1. The school principal or designee retains the right to prohibit Drama Debate/Forensics.
activities and meetings and to disband clubs which engage in $204 for Flag Football, Volleyball, Cross Country Skiing, Football,
the above-listed conduct. Wrestling, Basketball, Rifle, Soccer.
$215 for Gymnastics, Swimming and Diving, Hockey.
2. Student-organized extracurricular clubs may appeal to the
The family cap for activity fees is $390.
School Board if a school administrator orders that the club be
disbanded. Activity Stickers
h. Student-organized extracurricular clubs must have a club Activity stickers are available from the school activities office and con-
purpose statement and constitution which is approved by the stitute a savings on gate fees at sporting events.
school principal or designee prior to initiation of club activi-
ties. School administration will provide a standard format,
Rules of Eligibility
Eligibility and training rules for senior high school students participat-
requirements and advice on production of the purpose state-
ing in interscholastic athletics are listed under participation guidelines.
ment and constitution. All statements in the constitution
must be correct and factual. The statements of purpose and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
constitution may not: Eligibility
1. Exclude students from membership. To be considered a qualifier at Division I and Division II institutions
2. Propose unlawful or violent acts. and be eligible for financial aid, practice and competition during your
3. Propose or otherwise entail a violation of any of the criteria set first year, you must meet the NCAA requirements for grade point
forth in School Board Policy 348.1 or any other policy of the average, approved core courses, graduation, and ACT or SAT scores.
Anchorage School District. Be sure to ask your coach and guidance counselor about these require-
i. A student-organized extracurricular club may raise and ments or contact the national office at (913) 339-1906. Rules are often
expend funds for purposes only endorsed in the club statement revised, see ncaa.org for current rules.
of purpose and constitution. School Grade Rule
j. The School district does not endorse or sponsor the meeting Students in grade eight and below are ineligible for participation as
or activities of student-initiated clubs. Student clubs exist as an members of high school athletic teams in interscholastic competition
expression of individual rights and are the sole responsibility including cheer.
of the membership.
2. School groups may be formed for educational and school pur- Undue Influence Rule
poses within approved curriculum and extra curricular programs. A student is not eligible to participate in interscholastic activities for
School groups operate within the following criteria: at least one year if he/she has been unduly influenced or offered any
a. Membership in any school group shall be open to all students remuneration, directly or indirectly, for the purpose of causing the
who meet membership requirements. Membership require- student or the student’s family to reside in a given school district or
ments shall not include discriminatory factors related to race, school attendance area in order to establish his/her eligibility for activi-
color creed, national origin, ethnicity or gender. ties participation.
b. Student groups must have a statement of purpose and con- Age Rule
stitution approved by the school principal or designee. The A student who becomes 19 years of age on or before August 1 shall be
school group will operate under the rules set forth in the ineligible for interscholastic competition.
constitution. The school principal or designee will be respon-
sible for maintaining group operation according to the group Sports Physical Examination—Parent’s Consent
constitution. A physician’s clearance to play must be on file at the school. This clear-
c. A school sponsor shall be designated for each group. ance is good for 18 months, but must not expire during the season of
d. The school district does endorse and sponsor meetings and the sport in which the student is participating.
activities of school groups. School groups exist to promote and Wrestling Weight Certification
enhance school curricular and extra curricular activities. With respect to students participating in wrestling, the National
e. School groups may raise and expend money to support the Federation Rule Book for high school governs all situations.
curricular and extra curricular activities designated in the Within 60 days of a first match, the examiner, as defined in the first
group statement of purpose and constitution. paragraph of this section, must certify the lowest weight class the indi-
Senior High School Interscholastic Activities vidual may wrestle during the season. This determination must be in
The following activities are offered by the Anchorage School District writing, signed by the examiner and by the student’s parents, before the
and are sanctioned by the Alaska School Activities Association. student may be allowed to wrestle in a match.
Students must meet the eligibility standards of the Alaska School Individuals must have their weight certification form on file with their
Activities Association and the Anchorage School District to be eligible school before their name may be placed on the eligibility list. There
to participate in the following activities: must be a place for the examiner’s signature and the parent’s signature
Band Baseball Basketball on the weight certification form.
Student/Parent HandbookI-7Amateurism Residency Rule (Section 9 of ASAA Handbook). That school shall be
Only amateurs are eligible to participate considered the School of Eligibility. A student who is simultaneously
1. Students representing member schools of the Association must be enrolled at more than one member school and who wishes to be eligible
amateurs. to participate in the interscholastic activities of one of those schools,
2. A student is an amateur, not a professional, and is ineligible if he/ must designate that school as the School of Eligibility. The School of
she receives or is promised money or other valuable consideration Eligibility must ensure that the student meets all eligibility require-
for competing in a sport recognized by the Association. This rule ments before being permitted to participate.
applies throughout the twelve months of the year. A professional A. To be eligible during a school semester for participation in inter-
in one of these sports is considered a professional in all. A student scholastic activities, a student must:
may play with or against those who are professional without losing 1. Be properly registered in a 9-12 high school program in the
amateur standing. ASD, an ASD charter school, ASD alternative school or
3. Acceptance of money or other valuable consideration as wages or program.
expenses or of merchandise prizes for athletic competition renders a. A student enrolling in an ASD charter school, alternative
a student ineligible for further athletic competition. No money is school or program during the first semester of ninth grade;
to be given to a contestant. However, it is permissible for a contes- and a student transferring from out-of-district who attends
tant to accept necessary meals, lodging and transportation while an ASD charter school, alternative school or program
competing. Medals or trophies may be accepted. College scholar- after the first semester of the ninth grade, must designate
ships may be accepted but the amount of the scholarship must be a member school within the district as the School of
paid directly to the college of choice by the donors. Eligibility.
4. A student is ineligible if he/she competes under an assumed name b. The School of Eligibility of a student, other than a first
for the purpose of concealing his/her status as a professional. semester freshman, who transfers to an ASD charter
Signing of Contracts school, alternative school or program from another school
The signing of any contract by a student whereby he/she agrees to within that district, will be the member school from which
compete in any athletic competition for profit immediately makes that the student transferred.
student ineligible for further interscholastic athletic competition. c. A student who transfers without a bona fide change of
residence of parents or guardians is ineligible for Varsity,
Professional and College Try-Outs State Qualifying and State Championship interscholastic
Professional and college try-outs which interfere with a high school competition for one calendar year, from the date of first
student’s work or which involve a game in violation of Association rules attendance in the new school. Students who live with a
may result immediately in that student’s ineligibility for further inter- coach are ineligible. At schools with no sub-varsity teams,
scholastic athletic competition. the student could ask for a waiver to participate on the var-
Awards sity team during the regular season, but would not be able
The Alaska School Activities Association Board of Control designates, to participate at either conference or state tournaments.
gives, and controls ribbons, medals, and trophies to be awarded to 2. Have a qualifying G.P.A.:
schools and individuals at state championship events. a. All first semester freshmen are immediately eligible at the
beginning of the school year. At the end of the 1st quar-
Waiver of Eligibility Rules ter, they must have a 2.0 GPA to remain eligible for the
1. The Executive Director will not grant eligibility in any case in
remainder of the semester.
which the asserted hardship is the sole result of knowing conduct
by the student or his/her parents or guardian which had the effect b. Second-semester freshmen, all sophomores, all juniors, and
of causing the hardship. all seniors must have an overall 2.0 GPA during the previ-
2. Ignorance of any standard is not sufficient reason for waiving a ous semester and end of first and third quarters. Students
standard. who do not meet the GPA portion of this requirement may
3. Request procedures: A request for a waiver must be directed by regain eligibility during the current semester by achiev-
the student to the involved member school’s officially designated ing and maintaining an overall 2.0 GPA at the end of the
administrator who shall then file a written request stating the full quarter or semester using the grades earned during the
particulars of the case and the reasons felt by the student or the nine-week grading period.
administrator, or both, to warrant the granting of the requested c. Students who did not pass 5 classes the previous semester
waiver. (See Article XIII, ASAA By-Laws) may regain eligibility by retaking and completing the
course failed prior to the next eligibility check. Grades are
High school student eligibility requirements checked at the beginning of each fall sports season and at
Enrollment Rules the end of each quarter/semester. For purposes of this sec-
Participation in high school athletics is a privilege. All students are tion, academic deficiencies may be made up through cor-
expected to comply with local, state, and federal laws and the rules and respondence courses or summer school. (Correspondence
regulations of the Anchorage School District. Students will be subject courses must be completed and postmarked prior to the
to denial of the ability to participate if they do not meet eligibility eligibility check. Athletes may begin participation once the
requirements, engage in behavior that is detrimental to the well being final grade is posted.) Grades must be posted by the start of
of the team or school, are in violation of the tobacco rule, are in viola- the first (Fall) sports season. The first (Fall) season begins
tion of the drug and alcohol rule, or commit criminal acts as defined in the last Monday in July or the first Monday of August.
the ASD Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities. In all cases 3. Be enrolled in the required number of semester classes:
the Superintendent or his designee retains the right to review and revise a. All freshmen, all sophomores, all juniors, as well as seniors
any disciplinary action. who are not on track to graduate must be enrolled in a
A student is eligible to participate in the interscholastic activities of only minimum of five (5) semester classes that lead to granting
one member school per year, except as provided under the Transfer/ of credit toward graduation from the school district.
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