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Home of the Warriors
Where Success is Our Goal
Tuba City High School
2021-2022
Student/Parent Handbook
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We would like to welcome our students, and their parents/guardians to a positive, challenging,
and rewarding 2021-2022 school year. Our continued focus is to make sure all our students are learning
in a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment. Our motto for the school year will be Success is
our Goal and TCHS will provide the necessary learning environment where this can occur.
We are extremely proud of our Chief Manuelito Scholars and Gates Millennium Scholars. The
National CTE Rigorous Programs of Study in conjunction with ADE and the U.S. Department of
Education recognizes our Early Childhood/Pre-K Program as the model for the nation. TCHS produced
numerous CTE Program Participant winners of the Annual Native Skills Competition. Moreover, the
CTE Program participated in the ADE Math-in-CTE as instructors and participants.
TCHS has achieved numerous state-wide and national recognition in athletics, including: The
National Champions, the State Champions, the State Runner-Up/Sectional Champions, the State Semi-
Finalists, and the outstanding Marine Corps JROTC Program to name a few. TCHS works in conjunction
with state and national universities offering summer enrichment opportunities in math, science, writing,
and athletics.
Tuba City High School is committed to increasing academic achievement for all students. Part of
this commitment entails providing reteach opportunities for our students who may not have learned a
concept or standard the first time it was taught.
Our goal is to ensure that all of our students are meeting the state graduation requirements and are
thoroughly prepared for their futures.
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The focus of the school’s efforts and the allocation of its resources will be to realize
the school’s Cornerstones based on the similar concepts in place at Hillsdale High
School:
1. Personalization
2. Continuous Relationships
3. High Standards and Performance-based Assessment, Common
Core Standards
4. Authentic and Rigorous Curriculum
5. Adaptive Pedagogy
6. Multicultural Teaching
7. Knowledgeable and Skilled Teachers
8. Collaboration Planning and Professional Development
9. Family and Community Connections
10. Democratic Decision-making
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TCHS
In a partnership with Stanford University, Hillsdale High School in San Mateo, California and Vail
School District,
we will build a framework for the new design of Tuba City High School which will include the
following:
The Plan:
The major feature of change in the restructure of the high school will include the “Small Learning
Communities” (SLC) where entering freshman students will be assigned to one of three SLC’s or
Academies as we will call them. Named to reflect and unite cultural identities and values of both the
Navajo and Hopi Tribes, the academies will give each student a sense of pride and belonging.
Small Learning Communities Model for School Year 2021- 2022
❖ Each student will be assigned an advisor who will work with them in small groups throughout the entire school year .
❖ Teachers within each Grade Level Teams will have a common collaboration time to discuss student progress and design
plans for each student’s success.
5Table of Contents
Welcome Letter from TCHS. . . . . . . . Page 2 Law Enforcement Officers . . . . . . . . . Page 19
Hillsdale cornerstones & Positivity posters. . Page 3 Medications/Product Sales . . . . . . . . . . Page 19-20
Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4 Wellness and Food Vending. . . . . . . . . Page 20
School Redesign Information . . . . . . . . Page 5 Prohibited Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 20
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6 Alternative Classroom Environment (ACE) Page 20-21
Alma Matter/Mascot . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Right of Access of Records . . . . . . . . . Page 21
School Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Right to Due Process . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 21
Mission/Mission Statement. . . . . . . . . .Page 7 Payment for Optional Materials . . . . . . Page 21
Goals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Scooters, Skateboards, Bikes, Roller Blades Page 21
TCHS Administration . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7 Student Areas on Campus . . . . . . . . . Page 21
Regular Bell Schedule for M/W/F . . . . . Page 8 Search and Seizure . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 21
Advisory Schedule for T/TH . . . . . . . . Page 8 School Provided Storage Space . . . . . . Page 21-22
Half-Day Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8 Vehicles on District Property . . . . . . . . Page 22
Inclement Weather Schedule . . . . . . . . Page 8 Telephone Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 22
COVID-19 Protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9 Universal Precautions – Communicable or2
Purpose of TCHS Handbook . . . . . . . . Page 10 Infectious Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 22
Standard of Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10 Visitors Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 22-23
Responsibilities of School . . . . . . . . . . Page 11 Withdrawn Students . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 23
Responsibilities of Parents/Guardians . . . . Page 11 Article A – Students Rights . . . . . . . . Page 23-26
Responsibilities of Students . . . . . . . . Page 11 Zero Tolerance Policy . . . . . . . . . . . Page 26
Academic Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12 Article B – Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 26
Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . Page 12 General Behavioral Expectations . . . . . . Page 26
AZ. Universities/College Requirements . . Page 12 Prohibited Behavior and Consequences . . Page 27-34
Additional Requirements . . . . . . . . . . Page 12 Article C – Attendance Regulations . . . . Page 35
ACT Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12 Attendance and Tardy Policy . . . . . . . . Page 35
SAT Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 12 Absences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 35-36
Early Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 13 School Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36
Make Up Credits / Schedule Change . . . . Page 13 Excessive Absences/Truancy . . . . . . . . Page 36
TCHS Valedictorian Criteria . . . . . . . . Page 13 Truancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36
Weighing of Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14 Navajo Nation Code . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36
Recommended Interventions . . . . . . . . Page 14 Absence Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36
Required Interventions . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14 Make-up Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36
Reteach Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14-15 Checkout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 36-37
Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Tardy Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 37
Athletic Grade Requirements . . . . . . . . Page 15 Article D – Suspension and Appeal . . . . Page 37
Removal from Activities . . . . . . . . . . .Page 15 Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 37
Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Authority to Suspend . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 37
Bus Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Short-Term Suspension Procedures . . . . Page 37
Campus Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Alternative to Suspension Program . . . . . Page 37-38
Cafeteria & Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Long Term Suspension Procedures . . . . . Page 38
Child Abuse Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16 Suspension and Expulsion of Students
Closed Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16 with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 38
Communication Process . . . . . . . . . . Page 16 Suspension and Appeal Procedure . . . . . Page 39
Computer Network Resources . . . . . . . Page 16 Records and Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 39
Acceptable Use Guidelines . . . . . . . . . Page 16 At Risk Counselor Services . . . . . . . . Page 39
Privileges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17 Appendix A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 39
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17 Drug and Alcohol Use by Students . . . . . Page 39
Child Custody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17 Prohibited Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 39
Dances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17 Consequences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 39
Dress Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 17 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 39-41
Dress that Advocates Drugs, Alcohol, or Tobacco . . Page 17 Arizona State Truancy Law . . . . . . . . . Page 42
Footwear and Safety Dress . . . . . . . . . Page 17 Navajo Nation Truancy Law . . . . . . . . .Page 42
Gang-Related Apparel/Grooming . . . . . Page 17-18 Student/Parent Signature Page . . . . . . . .Page 43
Driving and Parking Privileges . . . . . . . Page 18 Student/Parent/Teacher/Administration
Electronic Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18 Compact 2021-2022 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 44
Honor Code/Statement . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18 Warrior Fight Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 45
Recommended Statement for Student Exams . . . . Page 18 JICFA-EB Exhibit Hazing Policies . . . . . Page 46 -47
Identification Badges (ID) . . . . . . . . . Page 18 JICK-EB Exhibit Student Violence/ Harassment/
Immunizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 19 Intimidation/Bullying. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 47-49
Telephone Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pg. 50
6TUBA CITY HIGH SCHOOL – GENERAL INFORMATION
ALMA MATER
We’ve learned to love this dear old spot, Tuba High
The school where friendship means a lot, Tuba High
Lessons taught are worth their learning, here where
Friendship torch is burning
All love this school is earning, Tuba High
We’ll ne’er forget our Alma Mater, Tuba High
Our true respect we thus allot her, Tuba High
To reach our goal we do our best
In work and play we meet the test
We’ll tell the world this school is blessed,
Here at Tuba High
MASCOT
Warrior
SCHOOL COLORS
Kelly Green and White
TCUSD # 15 MISSION STATEMENT:
“To provide a quality education in a safe and encouraging environment for all of our students”
GOALS:
Goal 1: All schools will increase student achievement, to exceed State Standards, and become
excelling schools.
Goal 2: Parental Partnerships will be strengthened at each school.
TCHS MISSION STATEMENT:
Provide a personalized education that includes intellectually challenging work that emphasizes
preparation for life, careers, and colleges.
TCHS ADMINISTRATION
Principal: RayeLynn McCabe
Assistant Principal: Loretta Eltsosie
Athletic Director: James Roe, Jr.
Front Office Phone #: (928) 283-1050
Website for TCUSD # 15: www.tcusd.org
TCHS Staff E-Mail: Please contact your child’s teacher(s)
7SY 2021-2022
Regular Bell Schedule Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Breakfast 7:10 AM - 7:41 AM (31 minutes)
Warning Bell 7:41 AM
1st Period 7:45 AM - 9:15 AM (90 minutes)
2nd Period 9:19 AM - 10:49 AM (90 minutes)
3rd Period 10:53 AM - 12:23 PM (90 minutes)
Lunch 12:23 PM - 1:07 PM (44 minutes)
4th Period 1:11 PM - 2:41 PM (90 minutes)
Advisory Schedule for Tuesday/Thursday
1st Period 7:45 AM - 9:00 AM (75 minutes)
2nd Period - Advisory 9:04 AM - 9:59 AM (55 minutes)
3rd Period 10:03 AM - 11:18 AM (75 minutes)
4th Period 11:22 AM - 12:37 PM (75 minutes)
Lunch 12:37 PM - 1:21 PM (44 minutes)
5th Period 1:25 PM - 2:40 PM (75 minutes)
Half- Day Schedule (Early Dismissal)
Breakfast 7:10 AM – 7:41 AM (31 minutes)
1st Period 7:45 AM – 8:46 AM (61 minutes)
2nd Period 8:50 AM – 9:51 AM (61 minutes)
3rd Period 9:55 AM – 10:56 AM (61 minutes)
Lunch 10:56 AM – 11:40 AM (44 minutes)
4th Period 11:44 AM – 12:45 PM (61 minutes)
Bus Dismissal 12:50 PM
Inclement Weather Schedule (2 Hr. Delay)
1st Period 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM (60 minutes)
2nd Period 10:49 AM – 11:49 AM (60 minutes)
3rd Period 11:53 AM - 12:53 PM (60 minutes)
Lunch 12:53 PM – 1:37 PM (44 minutes)
4th Period 1:41 PM - 2:41 PM (60 minutes)
**The Bell Schedule is subject to change depending on the needs of the school and the
students**
8COVID-19
COVID-19 Protocols
What You Need to Know
Please Visit www.tcusd.org for up-to-date information
INTRODUCTION
The following are key elements of the COVID-19 mitigation strategies for welcoming students back to in-
person learning. For more information, please refer to the COVID-19 Protocol documents available any time on
the district website. You may also contact your school site principal or the district office at 928-283-1001.
STAY HOME IF YOU DON’T FEEL WELL
Anyone who feels sick should not enter a TCUSD school site or facility.
ENTERING SCHOOL SITES
Parents/guardians will only be allowed on-site with confirmed appointment and/or approval of site
administrator.
FACE COVERINGS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES
All persons are required to correctly wear a face covering at all times in TCUSD school sites and facilities.
KEEP YOUR DISTANCE
All persons are required to maintain a minimum three (3) feet distance between themselves and others at all
times.
HANDWASHING
All persons are required to wash their hands regularly throughout the day.
Hand sanitizer is readily available in all TCUSD settings to supplement handwashing
CLEANING & DISINFECTING
Custodial staff will utilize disinfectant “fogger” machines to regularly disinfect classrooms.
Teaching and support staff will supplement these efforts by periodically cleaning/disinfecting their classrooms.
Cleaning/disinfecting will not take place when students or other staff are in the environment. Students will not
be asked to assist in cleaning/disinfecting efforts.
ENVIRONMENTAL & OPERATIONAL ALTERATIONS
Alterations to school sites to promote the mitigation strategies include adjustments to hallway flow of foot
traffic, rearranging of desks in classrooms and/or the provision of physical barriers where necessary, restroom
usage and communal drinking fountain adjustments.
TCUSD is administering these efforts to mitigate, or reduce the likelihood of the spread of COVID-19.
Please understand these efforts cannot completely eliminate concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The COVID-19 pandemic is constantly changing. As such, TCUSD may revise these strategies as necessary.
9TCHS STUDENT HANDBOOK
Welcome to Tuba City High School (TCHS). The role of TCHS is to provide each student with a quality education to
become a productive citizen. As a student, it is your responsibility to become familiar with information in this handbook.
This handbook is a guide to assist the student and parent(s)/guardian(s) in addressing some concerns or answering questions
that may arise. The handbook is not all inclusive; it points out areas where general guidelines can be drawn.
The guidelines that govern actions of students in the high school are the policies set forth by the Governing Board and
compiled in the policy manual, a copy of which is available in the principal’s office. If conflicts between the Governing
Board Policies and this handbook occur, Governing Board Policies shall govern.
Students shall comply with the district policies, regulations and procedures, pursue the required courses of study, and
submit to the authority of the teachers and administration. The Board, pursuant to statutory duties, authorized the
administration to develop administrative regulations and procedures governing student conduct.
PURPOSE OF THE TCHS HANDBOOK:
The purpose of the Tuba City High School Handbook is to establish a standard of conduct for TCHS, which will provide
the best possible educational climate for the students, faculty, staff, and general public, encourage participation in the
educational process by the general public, assure the safety of the students and staff, protect school district property and
honor and protect the rights of all individuals within the school community.
STANDARD OF CONDUCT:
All persons upon the property of TCHS are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with the
vision, goals, and beliefs of the Tuba City Unified School District #15 (TCUSD.) Students are required by state law to
comply with the regulations, pursue the required course of study, and submit to the authority of the teachers, the
administrators, and the Governing Board. (A.R.S. §15-841& A.R.S. 15-341)
This requirement includes (1) complying with all duly adopted Governing Board policies and administrative
regulations, (2) complying with the lawful directions of District officials and/or identifying one to such officials when
lawfully requested to do so. In addition, students are required to obey all federal, state, and tribal laws, and must
comply with the lawful directions of any law enforcement officers acting in performance of his or her duties.
Student rights and behavioral expectations apply whenever a student is on school property, including school buses, in the
vicinity of the school, at school activities, at school-sponsored activities being held at another location, and on the way to
and from school. (A.R.S. 15-341)
10RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SCHOOL
School staff members are expected to:
• Teach standards of behavior through exemplary role modeling, positive behavior, and fairness.
• Involve students in age-appropriate decisions.
• Help students learn to the best of their abilities.
• Listen to and encourage students’ ideas.
• Teach the student how to properly express himself/herself.
• Help the student learn to work cooperatively with others.
• Involve parents in decision making for students.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining open communication with parents.
• Keep parents or guardians informed about special concerns that impact the students.
• Seek advice of school administrators and other professionals to ensure students’ needs are met.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARENTS / GUARDIANS
Parents or Guardians are expected to:
• Work cooperatively is expected:
• Communicate with teachers regularly regarding their student.
• Ensure that the school has correct telephone numbers, contacts, and addresses for their home, work, and emergencies.
• Ensure students arrive to school on time every day and remain for the entire school day.
• Notify the school when the student will be absent.
• Provide time and a quiet space for the student to complete homework.
• Ensure that the student dresses properly, according to the student dress code.
• Ensure the student has all necessary materials for school.
• Provide the name(s) of persons whom the student may be released to when dismissed from school.
• Follow school rules when on campus.
• Ensure student grades and attendance are accurately reported and regularly available to parents.
• Establish clear rules for acceptable behavior that include corrective action that is firm, fair, and enforced consistently.
• Demonstrate an organized, collaborative, and ongoing effort to develop and maintain a safe school that supports
successful academic achievement and social development of all students.
• Demonstrate respect for the dignity of every parent, student, and fellow employee.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF STUDENTS
Students are expected to:
• Come to school prepared for learning.
• Follow all school rules.
• Arrive at class and other school activities on time.
• Complete all class work and homework.
• Do their own class work and give answers when called upon.
• Ask the staff for help when needed and tell adults when there are problems.
• Use appropriate language on campus and during school sponsored activities.
• Talk to parents about school activities.
• Respect and be polite to other students and the school staff.
• Respect the rights and property of others and the school by not smudging, scratching, tearing, or breaking items.
• Wear clothing that meets the student dress code.
• Attend school and all classes unless there is an absence approve by his/her parent(s) / guardian(s).
• Carry a school pass when leaving the classroom or other areas without school staff.
• Refrain from bullying and harassment of any kind.
11GENERAL INFORMATION:
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
STUDENTS ENTERING TUBA CITY HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION PROGRAM MUST EARN CREDITS
ACCORDING TO THE FOLLOWING PLAN OF REQUIRED COURSES AND ELECTIVES TO RECEIVE A
DIPLOMA:
CLASS of: *2022 *2023 *2024 *2025
English 5.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
Mathematics 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0
Science 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
PE (1 cr) or ROTC (2 cr) 1.0 / 2.0 1.0 / 2.0 1.0 1.0
Health 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
World 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
History/Geography
U.S. History/AZ History 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
U.S./Arizona 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Government/Economics
Native American Studies 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Or Navajo Govt
Fine Arts 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Career Technical Education 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0
(CTE)
Required Credits 22.0/23.0 21.0/22.0 20.0 20.0
Electives 6.0/5.0 7.0/6.0 8.0 8.0
TOTAL CREDITS 28.0 28.0 28.0 28.0
**NOTE: Algebra IA & IB and Geometry A & B equals to 1 unit/year of Math.
(*) Graduates must meet the Graduation Requirements of the state of Arizona and Tuba City High School. Effective 2017
graduates must have a passing score on the state civics exam.
Students requesting credit for high school math courses taken prior to entering 9th grade must: provide transcripts with
course title, satisfactorily pass the Tuba City Math Competency Exam at 80% or better or provide a passing score on the
AZ Merit.
ARIZONA UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS:
4 years English
4 years Math: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Advanced Math for which Algebra II is a prerequisite.
3 years Lab Sciences: 1 year each from Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Integrated Sciences or Physics
4 years Social Studies: American History, World History, and US Government
2 years Foreign/Indigenous Language (Two units of the same language)
1-year Fine Arts
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ranking: You must rank in the upper 25% of your high school graduating class or have an overall high school grade point
average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
OR
ACT score: Achieve a minimum composite score of 22 (in-state applicant) or 24 (out-of-state applicant).
OR
SAT score: Achieve a minimum composite score of 1120 (in-state applicant) or 1180 (out-of-state applicant).
12EARLY GRADUATION
Students desiring early graduation must submit a written request to the high school Principal during the first half of the
semester of desired completion. The principal may accept requests after this date in extenuating circumstances. The
request must contain the reasons for the request and the written approval of the student's parent or guardian. All graduation
requirements must be met by the early graduation date. The principal will evaluate each request, will ensure that the
parents or guardian are informed of any restrictions or limitations to be placed on the student in the event the request is
approved, including restrictions on curricular activities, and will make appropriate recommendations to the Superintendent.
Diplomas will be awarded only at the completion of the spring semester. However, final transcripts will be provided as
soon as the high school requirement has been met.
MAKEUP CREDITS:
TCHS may accept credits from an accredited correspondence or summer school program. Prior to enrollment in a course,
please check with the Counseling Department in charge of registration if you wish to pursue makeup credits through one of
these means to see if the credit is acceptable.
SCHEDULE CHANGE:
Schedule changes will be kept to a minimum. Schedule changes are limited to the first six school days of each semester
and are approved for the following reasons:
• You need to change the level of the class in which you are currently registered
• You already have that particular course credit
• You do not have the prerequisite for the class
• Your special education classification has changed
Courses dropped after the six-day window may appear on transcripts with a grade of W (Withdrawn), or WF
(Withdrawn/Fail)
TUBA CITY HIGH SCHOOL’S VALEDICTORIAN CRITERIA ARE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
I. Process. A committee of the current counselors, two academic core teachers, and one designee Administrator
will meet and review the prospective students’ seventh (7th) semester transcript and unofficially announce the
candidate(s) by the end of March.
II. Criteria. The Valedictorian selection will be based on:
o A student who has attended TCHS all 7 consecutive full semesters;
o Weighted cumulative Grade Point Average;
o One pass/fail class with the exception of Advisory will be permitted and will be assigned a credit and
will not be calculated into the GPA;
o No release time granted throughout the 7 semesters.
o All Graduation requirements fulfilled.
The following classes are not weighted classes:
1. College dual credit classes- Dine Community College, Coconino Community College, Northland Pioneer
College, etc.
2. Correspondence courses-The maximum number of correspondence course credits earned are four credits
within the 7 semesters of high school.
3. Summer enrichment courses that are four week or more will be accepted from the accredited institution.
However, once credit is earned, students may opt to provide to the TCHS registrar an official transcript. The
course will be entered as not weighted elective class and calculated into the student’s grade point average.
Deadlines.
• All college and correspondence credit earned from an accredited institution during the fall semester must be
submitted to the registrar by the second semester – on or before the last Friday of January.
• All summer school credit must be submitted by October 31st of the same year when credit was earned.
III. Follow-up. During the first week of April, the Principal will officially announce the candidate(s) and send a letter
to the parent(s)/guardian(s).
Note: After the Valedictorian selection and announcement, the candidate must maintain excellent academic performance,
attendance and behavior conduct until the eighth semester or she/he will lose his/her standing as valedictorian. The
students who are 2nd and 3rd ranking will move upward.
13WEIGHT OF GRADES:
In selected subject areas, different points will be assigned to grades in order to reflect the rigorous level of work and
performance of the student. The following table indicates point equivalents, which will be used in determining the honor
roll.
Honors/Advanced Placement (AP) Regular and Basic Courses
GRADE POINTS GRADE POINTS
A 5 A 4
B 4 B 3
C 3 C 2
D 1 D 1
F 0 F 0
LISTED BELOW ARE THE WEIGHTED CLASSES FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2021-2022:
Language Arts: AP English Language, AP English Literature, Honors English 9, 10, 11, 12.
Math: Honors Intermediate Algebra, Honors Algebra, Honors Geometry, Honors Trigonometry, AP Pre-Calculus, Calculus
A/B.
Science: Honors Biology, AP Biology, Honors Anatomy, Honors Physiology
Online OHX: Language Arts/Mathematics
RAISING EXPECTATIONS
The following policies were enacted to focus attention on the value of academic achievement and to increase
accountability.
RECOMMENDED INTERVENTIONS
• A District/Formative assessment will be given to all students taking Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and English 9,
English 10, and English 11 throughout the semester/school year. Any student who scores below the 65th percentile on
the district assessment standard will be required to complete remediation until proficient.
REQUIRED INTERVENTIONS
• Any student who fails to meet district/formative assessment standards/and or course requirements will be required to
complete remediation hours for each deficient core content area.
• Any assigned remediation hours assigned by the teacher must be completed in order to earning course credit.
Remediation may include one or more of the following:
• Tutoring
• Intersession courses
• Summer school
• Formative Re-teach
Formative Reteach Policy
Who:
• Students in Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2, English 9, English 10, and English 11 who have not
demonstrated mastery on their formative assessments.
When:
• English 9, English10, English 11 will meet Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra 2 will meet Mondays and Wednesdays.
• Additional reteach classes will run from after school from 2:40 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Additional Tutoring will
be made available from 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Buses will be departing at 5:30 p.m.
Notification:
• Students assigned to Formative Reteach will be contacted the Monday of the week they will be attending.
14• Student will receive a reminder pass the Monday of the week they will be attending Formative Reteach.
Formative Reteach is not punishment; it is an opportunity to better understand the content and an opportunity to improve
student grades. However, since attendance is mandatory, a consequence will be issued for missing Formative Reteach.
ATHLETICS
TCHS offers a wide range of opportunities for students to participate on athletic teams at the high school level. Several
sports offer competition at the freshman, junior varsity, and varsity levels. Tuba City High School is a member of the
Arizona Interscholastic Association a member of the 3A Conference /3A North Conference. For information regarding
athletic policies, eligibility, and participation requirements, refer to the TCHS athletic policies, which are provided to every
athlete at the beginning of the sports season. Students who are interested in participating in any of the school athletic
programs should contact the individual coaches regarding qualifications and eligibility. Coaches are available to tutor
athletes. Contact Information for Athletic Department: (928) 283-1128 or (928) 283-1060.
Athletic Grade Requirement:
No pass No play. Athletic Grade Eligibility Checks will be given every three weeks to all athletes. Student Athletes
must maintain a “C” or higher grade in every class to participate in AIA sponsored activities. A “D” or an “F” grade
prohibits participation. Athletes may regain eligibility as soon as the athlete brings the grade back up to a “C” or better.
*Refer to athletic handbook for eligibility deadlines *Compliance with the No Pass No Play regulation is required for
participation in extracurricular activities (sports, cheerleading, clubs, etc.). Tuba City High School has high expectations
for your academic success.
Removal from Activities:
The Principal, Athletic Director (AD), or designee may remove a student from a school sponsored activity if it is
determined that the student has repeatedly or has seriously violated a provision of the student discipline policy, rules, or
regulations. Such removal is in the best interest of the activity or in the best interest of the school. The Principal, AD or
designee may remove a student whether or not the student has been elected, or appointed, assigned or has volunteered for
the activity. Before removal of a student from the activity, the Principal, AD, or designee shall give notice to the student,
explain the reasons, and state when the removal is effective.
Books:
The teacher assigns textbooks to students. If a book is lost or damaged, reimbursements may be made to the secretary at
the end of each semester or upon withdraw, transfer or upon graduation.
Bus Assignments:
On all school related activities, a student I.D. is required to receive permission to travel to and from school by bus with
prior arrangements between the parent(s)/guardian(s) and the school. Students not previously assigned to ride a particular
bus must seek permission to do so. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) must request such permission to school administration, who will
communicate to the driver accordingly. Students shall observe TCUSD #15 policies, regulations and rules.
(See Transportation Department rules). Parent(s)/guardian(s) of students requesting a drop off or pick up at other than the
normal location must make prior arrangements with the school.
Campus Security:
TCHS is assigned several security officers. Their duties are to oversee general safety for all persons as well as maintain
proper traffic control of all vehicles entering and exiting the campus. Failure to obey a reasonable request by any campus
security officer may result in disciplinary action. Parents/guardians and visitors are also expected to cooperate with campus
security officers. Law Enforcement officers will be called for violation of serious incidents. *See Section on Search and
Seizure on Page 20-21. *
Cafeteria:
Each student is provided an opportunity to eat in the school cafeteria. Lunch applications are included in the student’s
enrollment packet and each student must complete and return the application to the registrar. Students’ who do not have a
lunch application on file with the school, will be charged the full price for school meals. It is the student and
parent/guardian’s responsibility to make sure the application is on file.
Cafeteria Rules:
1. Students are to clean up after themselves; please put trays away and dispose of all trash.
2. Students are not to run to or inside the cafeteria.
3. Each student is to wait his/her turn without pushing, shoving, or saving places in line.
4. Each student must get at the end of the line and refrain from cutting in front of others.
5. In an effort to keep our campus clean, food trays are only allowed in the cafeteria.
6. Prior approval from administration is required from supervising teachers to have food in their
classrooms at all times with the exception of the culinary arts curriculum.
15CHILD ABUSE REPORTING:
According to state law, school employees must report reasonably suspected cases of neglect, non-accidental injury, or
sexual offenses against children to Department of Child Safety and/or local law enforcement agencies. The School
Administrator in charge also will be notified prior to Department of Child Safety and/or local law enforcement. Where
parent(s)/guardian(s) are the alleged abusers, school personnel are not to notify parents. Department of Child Safety (DCS)
and law enforcement agencies are responsible for notification. Should the alleged perpetrator be other than a member of
the child’s family; school personnel shall follow reasonable notification procedures. Individuals required to report
suspected abuse are protected by state law from civil or criminal liability.
Any child who is a suspected abuse victim shall be made available to either DCS or the Police Department for questioning.
The investigating agency will determine whether school personnel should be with the child during questioning. The DCS
worker and/or the police may interview the student and all other children residing in the home on school grounds outside of
the presence of school personnel. They may conduct interviews of the child without permission or notice to the parents
when the suspected perpetrator is a family member. DCS has the authority to obtain school records upon written request as
provided by law (A.R.S. §13-3620).
CLOSED CAMPUS:
TCHS is a closed campus when school session starts including lunchtime. The school day starts at 7:15 a.m. and ends at
2:41 p.m. During the closed campus hours, only south entrance is available.
1. Student(s) who must leave the school for medical reasons or special circumstances must get permission from the
building administrator and/or designee and must obtain Off Campus Pass from the front office or the school
nurse’s office.
2. TCHS students will only be checked out by approved persons as recorded on the Demographic Checkout Listing
and with approved photo identification.
3. For our student’s safety, no self-check-outs.
4. Parents are encouraged to support the full day attendance of their child/children at TCHS. (i.e. no student
checkouts at lunch).
5. Parents may drop off their child’s lunch in front office 10 minutes prior to lunch. Due to safety concerns, students
are not allowed to sit in vehicles during lunch period.
COMMUNICATION PROCESS:
To better serve you please communicate with the proper departments.
Academics: Teacher, Instructional Team Leaders, Counselors, Principal or Designee, Superintendent, School Board.
Athletics: Assistant Coach, Head Coach, Athletic Director, Principal or Designee, Superintendent, School Board.
Discipline: Teacher, Dean of Students, Principal or Designee, Superintendent, School Board.
COMPUTER AND NETWORK RESOURCES:
These policies shall apply to:
1. Students who use computers located at TCHS.
2. Students who access network resources available through TCHS or TCUSD #15.
The Internet is available to students. Our goal is to promote educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing,
innovation, and communication. The district has taken precautions to restrict access to controversial materials; however, on
a global network it is impossible to control all materials. The district firmly believes that the valuable information and
interaction available on this worldwide network far outweighs the possibility that users may procure material inconsistent
with the educational goals of the district.
ACCEPTABLE USE GUIDELINES
Computers and network resources are to be used for educational purposes only.
1. Students shall not submit, publish, display, or retrieve any defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane,
threatening, sexually oriented, racially offensive, or illegal material.
2. Students shall abide by all copyright and trademark laws and regulations.
3. Students shall not reveal home addresses, personal phone numbers or personally identifiable data unless authorized
to do so by designated school authorities.
4. Students shall not reveal logins/passwords or attempt to discover the logins/passwords of others.
5. Students shall not use the network in any way that would disrupt the use of the network by others.
6. Students shall not use the school network to earn money.
7. Students shall not attempt to harm, modify, add, or destroy hardware or software, or interfere with the system
security.
8. No CYBERBULLYING will be tolerated; this will be enforced under the NO Tolerance Policy!
16Privileges
The use of District computers and network resources is a privilege, not a right, and may be revoked at any time.
Services
TCHS reserves the right to monitor use of TCHS computers and network resources. In particular, electronic mail or direct
electronic communication is not private and may be read and monitored by school employees. Files may be deleted if
necessary.
TCHS is not responsible for any service interruptions, changes, or consequences resulting from system use, even if these
arise from circumstances under the control of the high school. TCHS may add rules, as needed, for the operation of the
system.
CUSTODY:
In cases where custody/visitation affects the school, the school shall follow the most recent court order on file with the
school. It is the responsibility of the custodial parent or parents having joint custody to provide the school with the most
recent court order.
DANCES:
Each TCHS Club/Class will have Dance Guidelines that must be followed. Please request a copy of these guidelines at the
front office of TCHS.
DRESS CODE:
Student dress and grooming are generally a matter of personal choice, however, TCHS recognizes that there is a
relationship between student dress and student success. The TCHS dress and grooming standards prohibits:
1. Items that pose a risk to the health, safety or general welfare of students, staff, or others.
2. Items that interfere with or disrupts the educational environment or process.
3. Items that are counterproductive to curriculum goals or educational objectives.
4. Items that produce disorder or creates an atmosphere of threat, intimidation or undue pressure.
5. Items that cause excessive wear or damage to school property.
6. Shorts, skirts, and cutoff pants must be at least mid-thigh in length.
7. The use of tank tops or spaghetti straps, halter tops or any other revealing, provocative or offensive clothing.
8. Tops that show cleavage.
9. The use of hats, caps, beanies, or hoodies that distracts from the learning process.
10. Shoes must be worn during the school day and at school events. Slippers and flip flops are not allowed.
Student dress that violates these standards includes without limitation:
1. Displays or suggests obscene language or symbols.
2. Presents undergarments or sleepwear as outer wear.
3. Exposes the back, chest, abdomen, midriff, or buttocks. Examples: Tank tops or spaghetti straps, and pants
or cutoffs worn below the buttocks.
4. No hats, caps, beanies, or hoodies representing gang affiliation allowed on school campus (includes Pavilion,
Cafeteria, school housing and school sponsored activities).
5. No dress or markings, which could be interpreted as gang related, including rags, bandanas, tattoos, hats or
other styles of clothing that present this lifestyle or are offensive to others.
DRESS THAT ADVOCATES DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR TOBACCO:
It is illegal for a minor to possess or use substances such as alcohol, tobacco, or drugs. Clothing and/ or accessories that
advocate the use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco or encourage the use of these substances are counterproductive to the district
goals under A.R.S. §15-712. Items displaying or advocating use are therefore prohibited. Students may be asked to change
their attire, invert their clothing, or surrender the item(s).
FOOTWEAR AND SAFETY DRESS: Footwear must be worn at all times during the school day and at school events.
In addition, students are expected to comply with safety dress requirements for specific classes such as industrial
technology, life management, physical education, and chemistry and other science labs.
GANG-RELATED APPAREL/GROOMING: TCHS is mandated to keep all schools and students free from the threat of
harmful influences by any group or gang that advocates drug use or disruptive behavior. Therefore, the presence of any
apparel, jewelry, accessory, notebook, or manner of dress or grooming that by virtue of its color, arrangement, trademark,
symbol, or any other attribute, denotes or implies membership in or affiliation with such a group will be confiscated (tattoos
will be covered) due to Zero Tolerance Policy.
17Consequences for Violation:
1. Turn inappropriate clothing inside out
2. Change into clothing that may be provided by the school.
3. Have other clothing brought to school.
4. Confiscation of gang/group related accessory.
5. Repeated violations will result in appropriate disciplinary action being taken by administration. A mandatory
meeting with the at-risk counselor with possible suspension and POSSIBLE EXPULSION, if intimidation,
bullying, or harassment is determined.
6. Tattoos will need to be covered up during school hours and school sponsored events.
DRIVING AND PARKING PRIVILEGES:
Driving and parking on school property is a privilege (not a right) which may be revoked at any time if abused. A
Student/Parent must provide proper documentation of vehicle(s) registration, insurance, and driver’s license. Upon
receipt of all three required documents, student will be assigned a parking space. Bus transportation is available to all
students. Any licensed student driving a motorized vehicle must register the vehicle(s) with the Dean’s Office. A valid
vehicle registration with license plate number will be required before it is permitted to be registered. Insurance documents
must prove that the student driver is insured on the vehicle to be registered. Vehicles parked in violation of these
regulations will be towed at the owner’s expense. Student drivers are to adhere (obey) to the established codes and
regulations. Reckless driving will not be tolerated.
Students must park in the designated (WEST) parking lot.
No loitering in parking area or in cars during school hours especially during the lunch period. Students receiving a
summons for a moving violation on school property will have their parking privileges revoked. Students who create
excessive noise (stereo, gunning engine, squealing tires, etc.) are subject to loss of parking privileges and possible police
summons. Unauthorized parking in school teacher housing is prohibited. Unauthorized use of any vehicle including
ATVs, or bikes/dirt bikes or motorcycles during the school day that violates school rules will result in loss of parking for
those students having parking privileges. Any accident, no matter how minor, must be reported to the office and law
enforcement.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES:
Electronic devices will be allowed for educational purposes only. Inappropriate use of any electronic device will be
dealt with accordingly per district policy. TCHS is not responsible for lost or stolen electronic devices. Ear
phones/ear buds are not allowed to be worn in the main building/pavilion during instructional time without the
expressed permission of the instructor.
During passing periods and during the lunch period, only one ear bud can be worn for safety purposes.
Speakers/Wireless Speakers will not be allowed inside the main building/pavilion. No explicit lyrics or
inappropriate content shall be played on TCHS campus at any time.
Inappropriate use of electronic devices that interfere with classroom instruction will be confiscated and stored securely in
the Principal’s or Dean’s office. TCHS will return cellular phones belonging to a student to the parent. Other disciplinary
measures can be taken for repeated violation of the cell phone/electronic device.
Electronic devices include but are not limited to: iPod, cell phones, video devices, and text messaging devices.
HONOR CODE ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PHILOSOPHY OF TCHS:
In order to instill moral and ethical character in an open, democratic society, students pledge to promote academic honesty,
self-discipline, integrity, and compassion in the classroom and on campus.
HONOR CODE STATEMENT:
As a member of TCHS, I will not cheat, lie, steal, fight, vandalize, commit tagging, or assist those who do.
RECOMMENDED STATEMENT FOR STUDENT EXAMINATIONS:
On my honor, I promise not to give assistance to, or receive assistance from another student on tests or quizzes
administered.
IDENTIFICATION (ID) BADGES: MANDATORY:
Upon issuance, Student ID’s will be in possession at all times and they will give their ID badge to any TCUSD school
employee upon request. Students will show their ID as a requirement for admission to school dances, activities, bus,
activity bus, library, and other school events. The first issue of ID card is free to the student. If the ID card is lost, stolen,
altered, or defaced, there is a replacement fee of $5.00.
18IMMUNIZATIONS:
Arizona law requires documented proof of immunity against certain childhood diseases for students attending Arizona
schools for the first time. Students subject to this requirement who lack documented proof of immunizations may enroll but
not attend classes until proof is provided. If required immunizations become due during attendance, failure to comply will
result in exclusion from school, in accordance with state law. Exemption from immunization requirements for medical
reasons or personal beliefs is available. A detailed list of immunizations required or further immunization information is
available from the school nurse. See A.R.S. §15-872.
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS:
If a law enforcement officer requests an interview with a student regarding a criminal investigation, the school
administrator or designee will notify the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) of the interview request, unless the law
enforcement officer deems that notification would interfere with the investigation:
(A). A peace officer may request to interview a student regarding child abuse or abandonment, or about criminal
activity of the parent or guardian, without prior parental/guardian consent. The law enforcement officer or a
representative of the district will notify the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) within a reasonable time after the
interview. Unless otherwise directed by the law enforcement officer, a school official may be present during the
interview.
(B). If a student is taken into custody (arrested) while on campus, the arresting officer will be asked to notify the
student’s parent(s)/guardian(s). In addition, the school administrator or designee shall make reasonable efforts to
ensure the student’s parent has been notified that the student has been taken into custody. District Personnel shall
cooperate fully with law enforcement. When the arrest is formally made, the district and its employees no longer
exercise jurisdiction over the student. No student will be surrendered to a special police officer serving a private
organization.
MEDICATIONS:
When it is necessary for a student to take medication during school hours, school personnel may cooperate if the following
conditions are met:
All Medications:
1. All medication administered by school personnel must be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA). Information on dosage, side effects and contraindications of any medication or medicinal like substance,
e.g. homeopathic and herbal remedies, given by school personnel must be readily available from a professionally
acknowledged resource (Physician’s Desk Reference or other U.S. published drug reference book, FDA or USP
website, etc.)
2. All medication shall be kept in secured storage in the Health Center with the exception of emergency medications
that may be carried by a student with special written request of the physician, parent/guardian and student. (See
“Special Consent to Carry Medication” below.)
3. Before the end of the school year, the parent or legal guardian will be notified to pick up any leftover personal
medication from the Health Center. Medications not returned to the family will be discarded in an appropriate and
legal manner.
Prescription Medications:
1. No student will be given prescription medication except upon order from a U.S. licensed physician, nurse
practitioner, physician assistant or dentist who has the responsibility for medical management of the student.
2. Written parent/guardian request and consent is required for the administration of prescription medication.
Parent/guardian consent must be renewed every 6 months.
3. Prescription medication must be in the original container with a pharmacy label listing the student’s name,
medication name, dosage and the prescriber’s name. (Prescriber’s phone number must be on the label or on file in
the Health Center.)
4. A written order from the prescriber must accompany any change in medication dosage.
5. No sample medication will be given unless accompanied by a written note from the prescribing
physician/healthcare provider.
6. Administration of the medication during the school day must be medically necessary. The school nurse will
determine the schedule for medication administration unless specified by the prescriber.
7. The parent/guardian assumes full responsibility for the supply, appropriate transportation and maintenance of
prescription medication.
8. Reasonable efforts will be made to ensure that the student receives his/her medication. If a student persistently
skips medication doses, the parent(s)/guardian(s)/ and or medical doctor will be notified.
Special Consent to Carry and Self-Administer Medication:
1. In cases of life-saving medication where time is of the essence, particularly asthma inhalers and self-injectable
epinephrine, students may be allowed to carry and self-administer such medication on school grounds and/or at
school functions.
192. Such situations require a release form signed by the healthcare provider, the parent/guardian and the student.
3. The above policy shall not be interpreted to allow a student to carry any medication a physician and parent should
decide upon. This policy gives authorization for life saving/emergency medication only.
4. Students who have obtained permission for self-administration as set forth above must take extraordinary
precautions to keep the medication secure, and must not, under any circumstances, make available, provide, or
give the medication to another person. The student must immediately report the theft or loss of any medication
brought on campus.
Non-prescription/Over-the-Counter Medications:
1. A limited supply of stock over-the-counter (OTC) medications may be offered by the school nurse. Written
request and consent by the parent/guardian for the administration of these medications is required.
2. If a parent/guardian wishes administration of an OTC medication not supplied by the school the parent/guardian
will complete a “Parent Request for Administration of Medication Form” and supply the school with the
medication.
3. Parent-supplied OTC medication must meet the guidelines of “All Medications” set forth above and must be in its
original container and labeled with the student’s name.
4. Administration of parent-supplied medication will be at the discretion of the school nurse and at a dosage in
keeping with manufacturer’s recommendations.
PRODUCT SALES:
Groups or individuals wishing to sell products on campus must be officially recognized school organizations and must have
the sale approved by the Principal and Student Council. All funds collected must be deposited in the school's student
activities account.
WELLNESS and FOOD VENDING POLICY:
No individual or group can sell food products on campus to TCHS students, staff, and parents unless approved by the
Principal and Student Council. Any individual(s) handling unwrapped food items must possess a valid food handlers’
permit. Prior approval from administration is required from supervising teachers to have food in their classrooms
at all times with the exception of the culinary arts curriculum. Food cannot be given to students 7:00 a.m. - 2:41 p.m.
per ADE food service policy. Per School Wellness Policy (NCASH), only nutritious foods can be sold to students by the
Food Service Department.
PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN(S) LIABILITY:
Under Arizona law, upon complaint of the Governing Board, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of minors who cut, deface, or
otherwise damage any school property shall be liable for all damages caused by their children. See A.R.S. §15-842.
PROHIBITED ITEMS:
Do not bring these items onto this campus. TCHS is not responsible for lost or stolen electronic devices or other
prohibited items as well.
The following items are prohibited at school and at school activities, items can and will be confiscated:
(TCHS will not be and is not responsible for lost, damaged, and or stolen items).
1. Drug and Satanic paraphernalia.
2. Permanent Markers and/or Markers of all kinds and colors with the exception of hi-liters.
3. Dice, playing cards, and other gambling paraphernalia.
4. Tobacco products including electronic cigarettes.
5. Combustibles, lighters, matches, stink bombs, pepper spray or fireworks (firecrackers, sparklers, flares, etc.).
6. Any written/printed materials or electronic devices that promote drugs, pornography, and violence, etc.
7. Skateboards, rollerblades, and roller skates.
8. Sunglasses, hair nets, bandanas, and gang/group related clothing, wearing of gang colors, etc.
9. CD’s or DVD’s that promote drugs, pornography, and violence, etc.
10. Any and All Energy Drinks. (Example: Mountain Dew Kick Start).
11. Caps, hats, beanies, and hoodies that interfere with the educational learning process.
Alternative Classroom Environment
The Alternative Environment Classroom (ACE) will be in a quiet, supervised, restricted area designed for serious study in
which students may be placed if their behavior so warrants. The Alternative Classroom Environment will be imposed
following the same procedures for a short-term suspension, as appropriate based upon the number of days proposed for
ACE. Work assignments (generally reading & writing) by a Behavioral Intervention Specialist assigned to this classroom
will be completed during ACE time and the student will receive credit for the completed work. In addition, detailed duty
may be assigned as authorized under (A.R.S. 15-841). Students who refuse to comply with duty assignments will be
subject to further disciplinary action. {In lieu of ACE, the Dean of Students, Principal, or Administrator, or designee may
20issue a Student Behavior Contract}. Any student placed in the Alternative Classroom Environment for any violation of the
student code of conduct will be ineligible to participate in any extra-curricular activities until the consequences for the
violations are served.
R1GHT OF ACCESS TO RECORDS:
TCUSD – Policy Manuals are available in the library for review. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA), affords parents and students 18 years of age or older (eligible student) certain rights with respect to the student's
education records. These rights are:
• The right to inspect and review the student’s educational records within 45 days of the day that the school receives
a written request for access. Parents or the eligible student should submit to the school Principal and/or records
custodian (registrar) a written request identifying the records wanted for inspection. Each parent has equal rights to
inspect and to review a student's records unless the school has been provided with a valid court order to the contrary.
Where compliance with the request includes copying records, the TCUSD may charge a fee for such copies.
• The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parents/guardians or eligible
student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Obvious errors in records may be amended through written request to
the records custodian (registrar).
• The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education
records; except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. Disclosure of records to school
officials with legitimate educational interests, for purposes of this exception, the criteria for determining whether a
person is a "school official" with a "legitimate educational interest." Upon request, the TCUSD may disclose education
records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
• The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the TCUSD to comply with
the requirements of FERPA.
RIGHT TO DUE PROCESS:
All students have the right to due process in matters of student discipline. The extent of the due process provided depends
on the nature of the violation and proposed disciplinary action to be taken. Due process procedures for suspension and
expulsion are set forth in the TCUSD Policy Manuals (Sections JKD / JKE).
PAYMENT FOR OPTIONAL MATERIALS/ SERVICES AND/OR LOST AND DAMAGED ITEMS:
When students enroll in school, there are some required and non-required materials and services. Basic course materials,
identification cards, and some lockers are required and are provided free of charge. No student will be denied an education
because of an inability to pay these supplementary charges. Some lockers and locks, activity cards, parking permits,
yearbooks, and supplemental course materials and services are required and are not provided free of charge. Students are
required to pay for any lost identification cards or damaged textbooks and/or other course materials. If students do not meet
their financial obligations for lost or damaged materials, they may not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities
or graduation exercises.
SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS, BIKES, OR ROLLER BLADES/SHOES:
In order to protect the safety and wellbeing of students, faculty and others, students are prohibited from using scooters,
skateboards, roller blades/shoes, or similar devices on campus at any time, including lunch time. Bicycles are allowed as
transportation to and from school only. Students will refrain from riding bicycles during lunch and or during instructional
time.
STUDENT AREAS ON CAMPUS
The unauthorized presence of students in areas closed to students may be considered trespassing.
SEARCH AND SEIZURE:
District Administrators, Security, and/or Staff have the right to search students and seize property including cell phones,
IPOD’s or other similar electronic device(s) not excluding backpacks, book bags, duffle bags, purses, handbags, wallets,
and fanny packs including vehicles when district: administrators, security, and/or staff have a reasonable suspicion that the
search will turn up evidence that the student has violated or is violating either the law or the rules of the school.
Any search may include Drug Sniffing Dogs (CANINE UNIT) and will be reasonable in scope and not excessively
intrusive on the student, considering the age, sex of the student, and nature of the infraction. Zero Tolerance Policy
will be enforced! Drug Sniffing Dogs (CANINE UNIT) will only search inanimate objects and not the students.
SCHOOL-PROVIDED STORAGE SPACE:
Students have no reasonable expectation of privacy in school-provided storage space, such as lockers and desks. Such
storage space, which is provided only as a convenience to students, remains the property of the school and is subject to its
control and supervision. Thus, school authorities may inspect randomly at any time, with or without reason, without notice,
without student consent, and without a search warrant lockers, desks, and other school-provided storage space. Students
who accept lockers or desks assume full responsibility for the security of their lockers or desks. Inspections of lockers and
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