Student Handbook
EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL
EAST LONGMEADOW, MASSACHUSETTS
Revised 2005
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Student Handbook of Rules and Regulations represents the combined efforts of parents, students, faculty members, and community representatives, as well as the administration. A committee met to review and revise the discipline code that is contained within these pages. The Handbook Review Committee members were as follows:
Administration: Mr. Richard L. Freccero, Principal
Mr. Michael E. Knybel, Assistant Principal
Community
Representatives: Mr. Stephen Scriver
Ms. Caroline Tougas
Faculty: Mr. Matthew Bean
Ms. Marilyn Burke
Mr. Roger McMinn
Ms. Kristin Nordin
Mr. Eddie Polk
Parents: Ms. Sandy Maybury
Ms. Martha Perkins
Ms. Nancy Roberts
Students: Ms. Laura Beglane
Mr. Alexander Camerlin
Ms. Jennifer Johnson
Ms. Norah Maki – ex-officio
Ms. Betty Snyder – ex-officio
Mr. Ross Weinberg
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
September 2005
TO THE HIGH SCHOOL COMMUNITY:
The purpose of this handbook is to inform you of your rights and responsibilities. You have a fundamental right to be informed of the school's rules and regulations, and the school community has a right to expect these rules and regulations to be enforced. As an individual you have an obligation to practice the high level of self-discipline that has been characteristic of East Longmeadow High School students. Therefore, your responsibility is to read this handbook and understand its contents so that you are prepared if you come in conflict with one of the rules of the East Longmeadow High School community.
Along with the rules and regulations, it is important to understand East Longmeadow High School expectations. First and foremost is our mission statement and that graduates “be productive workers, responsible citizens, and lifelong learners.” To realize this potential students must incorporate the academic, social, and civic expectations. In academics, we promote eight (8) statements and for the 2005-2006 school year, students will be assessed on the following:
· Academic Expectation #4, Learn effectively as individuals (term 2 report card)
· Academic Expectation #8, Recognize the value and contributions of diverse culture to society (term 5 report card)
In social, we promote our triangular code:
Awareness: conscious of your actions which make you a better person
Honesty: fair and understanding to yourself and others
Responsibility: decision making where your accept the consequences
In civic, we promote our “Count Me In” program when we celebrate success.
“Count Me In”
- everyone counts
- everyone belongs
Finally, the handbook was prepared jointly by members of the student body, the faculty, the administration, parents, community representative, and approved by the East Longmeadow School Committee. It is hoped that your experience at East Longmeadow High School will be both beneficial and constructive and that this handbook will assist you in that endeavor.
Sincerely,
Richard L. Freccero, Principal
"COUNT ME IN"
Awareness
Honesty
Responsibility
RESPECT
“Count Me In” Activities
August Freshmen Orientation
Fall sports begin
September: Class assemblies
Senior Class picnic
Presentation of theme
Club Fair
October: Spirit Week
School Rally
Winter Sports Night
November: Fundraisers
Junior Semi Formal
Mix It Up Day
Recreation Night
Three-on-Three Basketball Tournament
December: Winter Concert
Holiday Fundraisers completed
Ziti Dinner
January: Second Semester
School Rally
February: Senior Semi-formal
Spring Sports Night
March: Candidate’s forum
Spartanum
COPE Classic Volleyball
All Bands Concert
All Choral Concert
Badminton Tournament
Grade 8 Night
April: Spirit Week 2
Pep Rally
Homegrown (biannual)
Health Fair (biannual)
Alcohol Awareness Week
May: Student Achievement Night
Staff Appreciation Week
Senior Banquet
Spring Concert
June: Class assemblies
Senior Prom
Graduation
Fall Sports Night
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Alcohol Tester 36
Athletics 60
Athletic Activity Cards 63
Athletic Department Offerings 65
Athletic Training Code 61
Attendance Policy 24
Basic Regulations 24
Block Schedule 23
Chapter #766 37
Civil Rights 37
Co-curricular Activities 54
Co-curricular Eligibility Code 52
Computer Lab Policy 32
Constitution of Classes 49
Constitution of Student Council 44
Course Requirements for State Colleges 21
Dismissal 26
Eligibility 62
Field Trips 26
Graduation Requirements 20
Guidance 38
Health Services 30
Independent Research Program 41
Library 38
Make-up Work 26
Mission Statement and Expectations 9
Participation Regulation 64
Proper Conduct 63
Public Notice 37
Report Cards 40
School Procedures 19
School Songs 66
Search and Seizure 29
Security Drill 33
Services 38
Student Activities 54
Student Athletic Fee 64
Student Council and Class Organization 42
Student Rules and Regulations 24
Tardiness 25
Transfer Students 41
MISSION STATEMENT
As a community of learners dedicated to academic excellence, East Longmeadow High School strives to instill the knowledge, skills, and values which allow our graduates to recognize their potential and be productive workers, responsible citizens, and lifelong learners.
EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS
Academic Expectations
East Longmeadow High School graduates…
- Demonstrate competency in the Massachusetts and East Longmeadow Public Schools curriculum frameworks
- Acknowledge the value of [introspection] and their potential as life-long learners
- Identify, evaluate, and make use of information from primary and secondary resources
- Learn effectively as individuals and members of a group
- [Demonstrate the ability] to make reasoned decisions
- Understand the connection between health and wellness, physical fitness, and the ability to lead a productive life
- Recognize the value and contributions of diverse cultures to society
Social Expectations
East Longmeadow High School graduates…
- Treat all members of society with respect and tolerance
- Employ the strategies, skills, and processes, which will allow them to make well-informed decisions
- Demonstrate effective communication skills
- Assume responsibility for their own behavior
- Present themselves appropriately at social and public occasions
- Work productively as members of a group
Civic Expectations
East Longmeadow High School graduates…
- Understand the foundations of responsible citizenship, the workings of democracy and the impact of civic action on society
· Know the rights and obligations of productive, contributing members of society
- Recognize they are all part of the global community where constant interaction occurs
East Longmeadow High School Academic Expectations Rubric
Score Key:
5 = Advanced
3 = Proficient
1 = Needs Improvement
0 = Does Not Meet Expectations
NA = Not Applicable to this particular course
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East Longmeadow High School Graduates:
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I. Demonstrate competency in the Massachusetts and East Longmeadow Public Schools curriculum frameworks by |
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· Initiating and accepting challenges, both academic and personal, to foster success · Identifying and classifying significant aspects of the curriculum regularly · Explaining relevant events and processes incisively · Analyzing major concepts carefully and effectively · Summarizing, comparing and contrasting ideas in original, effective ways · Synthesizing aspects of the curriculum into a coherent whole on a regular basis · Producing and creating relevant, significant, and original performances and products, written and oral · Performing difficult calculations and procedures accurately most of the time · Demonstrating complex problem-solving skills · Applying knowledge gained to the real world effectively most of the time |
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· Accepting challenges, both academic and personal, and achieving success some of the time · Identifying and classifying some aspects of the curriculum · Explaining some relevant events and processes · Analyzing major concepts some of the time · Summarizing, comparing and contrasting some ideas effectively · Synthesizing aspects of the curriculum some of the time · Producing and creating some relevant performances and products, written and oral · Performing some calculations and procedures accurately · Demonstrating some problem-solving skills · Applying knowledge gained to the real world some of the time |
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· Accepting challenges, both academic and personal, infrequently · Identifying and classifying a few aspects of the curriculum · Explaining relevant events and processes rarely · Analyzing a few of the major concepts · Summarizing, comparing and contrasting ideas infrequently · Synthesizing aspects of the curriculum on occasion · Producing and creating a few performances and/or products, written and oral · Performing calculation and procedures rarely · Demonstrating a few problem-solving skills · Applying knowledge gained to the real world on occasion |
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· Not accepting challenges, either academic or personal · Not identifying and classifying aspects of the curriculum · Not explaining relevant events and processes · Not attempting to analyze major concepts · Not summarizing, comparing and contrasting ideas · Not synthesizing aspects of the curriculum studied · Not producing or creating performances or products, written or oral · Not performing calculations of procedures accurately · Not demonstrating problem-solving skills · Not applying knowledge gained to the real world |
East Longmeadow High School Graduates:
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II. Acknowledge their potential as life-long learners by |
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· Vigorously investing in ways to advance class goals · Showing an appreciation of the value of all class activities · Working effectively to excel in all areas · Employing the class experiences to achieve an optimal understanding of key issues (self, society, culture, history, morality, etc.) · Utilizing the materials acquired from the class for self- improvement · Expressing enthusiasm about studying similar materials in the future |
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· Generally seeking ways to achieve class goals · Showing an appreciation for the value of some of the class activities · Doing some of the work necessary to succeed · Employing some of the class experiences to achieve a better understanding of key issues (self, society, culture, history, morality, etc.) · Utilizing some of the materials acquired from the class for self-improvement · Expressing a willingness to study some of the materials in the future |
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· Seldom pursuing class goals · Showing little appreciation for the value of class activities · Doing little of the work necessary for success · Employing little of the class experiences to achieve a better understanding of key issues (self, society, culture, history, morality, etc.) · Seldom utilizing materials acquired from the class for self-improvement · Being willing to employ some of the materials in the future as they are necessary |
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· Not pursuing class goals · Showing no appreciation for the value of class activities · Doing none of the work necessary for success · Employing none of the class experiences to achieve a better understanding of key issues (self, society, culture, history, morality, etc.) · Not utilizing materials acquired from the class for self-improvement · Being unwilling to employ some of the materials in the future as they are necessary |
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III. Are able to identify, evaluate, and make use of information from primary and secondary resources by |
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· Utilizing a wide variety of primary and secondary print and electronic texts including books, magazines, the Internet, and SIRS · Employing numerous search methods including library investigation, technological resources, and data base analysis · Evaluating the reliability and biases of sources · Choosing appropriate and specific materials from a wide variety of sources to support their opinions · Developing valuable products and not just assembling facts · Carefully blending a variety of sources into the development of their arguments · Putting in the time and effort to make necessary changes · Creating self-generated, insightful, properly-documented products |
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· Employing various primary and secondary print and electronic texts including books, magazines, the Internet, and other available research · Employing at least two methods in their research including library investigation, technological resources, and data base analysis · Securing materials to support their opinions · Using different sources in the development of their arguments · Developing quality products and not just assembling facts · Putting some time and effort into revision · Creating fully documented products |
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· Researching just a small number of primary and secondary sources through library investigation, technological resources, and/or data base analysis · Supporting some of their opinions · Accepting the reliability and biases of sources at face value · Developing their arguments with inconsistent detail · Developing products that sometimes go beyond the facts · Revising as required · Producing products with some documentation |
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· Researching none of the primary and secondary sources through library investigation, technological resources, and/or data base analysis · Supporting none of their opinions · Not caring about the reliability and biases of sources · Developing their arguments with no detail · Developing incomplete products or not turning products in · Refusing to revise · Producing products with bad or no documentation |
East Longmeadow High School Graduates:
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IV. Learn effectively as individuals by |
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· Reading assigned materials conscientiously · Studying assigned materials meticulously · Committing to independent work habits · Completing assigned tasks with attention to detail · Asking good questions about the material and its implications · Always keeping track of assignments · Taking notes and managing notebooks in an organized manner · Coming to class prepared with necessary materials such as assignment book, notebook, and pen · Vigorously pursuing interesting concepts that are brought up in class · Continually contributing to class discussion · Welcoming constructive criticism |
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· Reading and studying most assigned materials · Completing assigned tasks with attention to detail most of the time · Cultivating independent work habits · Keeping a notebook · Usually coming to class prepared with necessary materials like assignment book, notebook, and pen · Asking questions about the material often · Keeping track of assignments often · Taking notes in an organized manner · Pursuing interesting concepts that are brought up in class · Contributing to class discussion often · Taking constructive criticism courteously with the intent of using it |
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· Reading and studying some of the assigned materials · Preparing a few of the assigned tasks · Seldom showing evidence of independent work habits · Pursuing a few of the concepts that are brought up in class · Asking a few questions about the material · Minimally keeping track of assignments · Minimally taking notes · Keeping an unorganized notebook or no notebook at all · Often failing to come to class prepared with necessary materials such as an assignment book, notebook, and pen · Only contributing to class discussion every once in a while · Seldom listening to constructive criticism |
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· Reading and studying none of the assigned materials · Preparing none of the assigned tasks · Not showing evidence of independent work habits · Pursuing none of the concepts that are brought up in class · Asking no questions about the material · Minimally keeping track of assignments · Minimally taking notes · Keeping no notebook at all · Continually failing to come to class prepared with necessary materials such as an assignment book, notebook, and pen · Not contributing to class discussion · Not listening to constructive criticism |
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V. Learn effectively as members of a group by |
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· Actively participating in identifying group goals · Listening actively in a variety of situations · Fully cooperating with all group members · Avowing an open mind philosophy · Promoting respect for peers · Promoting group interaction in a way that broadens the knowledge base · Fostering the implementation of necessary modifications in the group tasks · Effectively performing many roles within the group such as recorder, researcher, and facilitator · Contributing effectively to the completion of the task at hand |
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· Helping to identify most group goals · Listening carefully in a variety of situations · Cooperating with group members most of the time · Maintaining an open mind · Sustaining respect for peers · Participating in group interaction in a way that broadens the knowledge base · Helping in the implementation of necessary modifications in the group tasks · Performing different roles within the group such as recorder, researcher, and facilitator · Contributing to the completion of the task at hand |
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· Needing help to identify group goals · Listening sporadically in some situations · Having problems cooperating with all group members · Seldom attempting to have an open mind · Respecting peers inconsistently · Interacting in a way that broadens the knowledge base sometimes · Submitting grudgingly to the implementation of necessary modifications in the group tasks · Performing at least one role within the group such as recorder, researcher, and facilitator · Participating in some way in the completion of the task at hand |
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· Refusing to help to identify group goals · Not listening in class · Not cooperating with group members · Not attempting to have an open mind · Not respecting peers · Interacting in negative ways only · Refusing to submit to the implementation of necessary modifications in the group tasks · Performing no role within the group and/or hindering group activity · Not participating in the completion of the task at hand |
East Longmeadow High School Graduates:
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VI. Possess the qualities necessary to become sound decision-makers by |
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· Diligently making an effort to attend all classes · Bringing the proper materials to class daily · Following directions carefully · Actively listening at all times · Doing homework regularly and doing it well · Being ready to participate from the beginning of class to the end · Being self-reliant · Contributing to the class on a daily basis · Respecting the teacher and classmates · Speaking at appropriate times |
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· Attending most classes · Bringing the proper materials to class most of the time · Following directions most of the time · Listening most of the time · Doing homework regularly and showing effort · Being ready to participate during most of the class · Being self-reliant most of the time · Contributing to the class consistently · Respecting the teacher and classmates most of the time · Usually speaking at appropriate times |
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· Attending classes erratically · Not bringing the proper materials to class on a daily basis · Often not following directions · Only listening intermittently · Often not turning in homework · Refusing to participate at times · Needing to be told what to do continually · Disrupting the class periodically · Not respecting the teacher and classmates at all times · Speaking at inappropriate times |
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· Attending few classes · Not bringing the proper materials to class · Not following directions · Not listening · Not turning in homework · Refusing to participate · Needing to be told what to do continually · Disrupting the class regularly · Not respecting the teacher and classmates · Speaking at inappropriate times |
East Longmeadow High School Graduates:
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VII. Understand the connection between health and wellness, physical fitness, and the ability to lead a productive life by |
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· Mastering the knowledge and skills required to become responsible for present and future decision-making concerning their health · Understanding and committing to the total body-mind connection · Comprehending and appreciating the value of a lifetime of physical activity · Challenging themselves to maintain superior health and well-being · Being a class leader in all health and physical fitness activities |
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· Acquiring the knowledge and skills to become responsible for present and future decision-making concerning their health · Employing the total body-mind connection · Understanding the value of a lifetime of physical activity · Striving to maintain health and well-being · Participating in most health and physical fitness class activities |
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· Acquiring the knowledge and skills that deal with present and future decision-making concerning their health · Comprehending the total body-mind connection · Recognizing the importance of maintaining health and well-being · Participating in some health and physical fitness class activities |
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· Refusing to acquiring the knowledge and skills that deal with present and future decision-making concerning their health · Not comprehending the total body-mind connection · Not recognizing the importance of maintaining health and well-being · Not participating in health and physical fitness class activities |
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VIII. Recognize the values and contributions of diverse cultures to society by |
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· Committing to achieving insight on the diverse cultures of the world · Being a class proponent for the study of diversity issues · Fostering sensitivity towards diverse cultures · Encouraging a sense of unity among cultures · Reading about, researching, writing about, discussing, and involving themselves in multi-media events on topics that illustrate how diverse cultures have enriched the fabric of society · Carefully scrutinizing various cultures both throughout history and also in the current day |
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· Analyzing the nature of the diverse cultures of the world · Demonstrating an appreciation for the study of diversity issues · Understanding the need for sensitivity towards diverse cultures · Discussing the value of a sense of unity among cultures · Reading about, researching, writing about, discussing, and participating in multi-media events on topics that illustrate how diverse cultures have enriched the fabric of society · Examining various cultures both throughout history and also in the current day |
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· Participating in activities that deal with the nature of the diverse cultures of the world · Showing minimal appreciation for the study of diversity issues · Being exposed to curriculum that fosters sensitivity to diverse cultures · Being exposed to discussion on the value of unity among diverse cultures · Reading about, researching, writing about, and discussing topics that illustrate how diverse cultures have enriched the fabric of society · Studying various cultures both throughout history and also in the current day |
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· Not participating in activities that deal with the nature of the diverse cultures of the world · Showing no appreciation for the study of diversity issues · Avoiding exposure to curriculum that fosters sensitivity to diverse cultures · Avoiding exposure to discussion on the value of unity among diverse cultures · Refusing to read about, research, write about, and/or discuss topics that illustrate how diverse cultures have enriched the fabric of society · Refusing to study various cultures both throughout history and also in the current day |
EAST LONGMEADOW PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CHARACTER COMMITTEE EXPECTATIONS
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KINDNESS: |
Helpful, sympathetic, compassionate, favor, forbearing, caring, generous, considerate, thoughtful, understanding |
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PERSERVERANCE: |
Strive, continued belief, steadfastness, diligence, determined, persistence, commitment, endurance |
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RESPECT: |
Thoughtfulness, courtesy, consideration, esteem, appreciation, high-regard, deference, full attention |
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RESPONSIBILITY: |
Accountable, answerable, reliable, conscientious, dependable, trustworthy |
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CARING: |
Interest, concern, empathetic, fondness |
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COURAGE: |
Strength, persevere, brave, overcome fear, firmness of mind/will |
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EMPATHY: |
Feelings, understand, sensitive, awareness, identification, …of others |
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HONESTY: |
Not lying, truthful, genuine, straightforward, fairness, moral, display integrity, candor, sincerity |
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INCLUSIVE: |
Broad, all-encompassing, contain, group everything, comprehensive, welcoming |
SCHOOL PROCEDURES
-- Your High School Program
-- Student Rules and Regulations
-- Independent Research Program
-- Services
EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
A. Course Requirements
1. Pass 4 required English courses (16 cr.)
2. Pass 3 Mathematics courses (12 cr.)
3. Pass 3 Science courses (12 cr.)
4. Pass 3 Social Studies (12 cr.) (including a U.S. History and World History)
5. Pass 2 World Language courses (8 cr.)
6. Pass 1 required Health course (4 cr.)
7. Pass 1 Fine Arts (Art or Music) course (4 cr.)
8. Pass 1 Business and Instructional Technology course (4 cr.)
9. Pass 1 Practical Arts (Family Life & Consumer Science or Technology Ed) course (4 cr.)
10. Pass 4 Physical Education courses (12 cr.)
B. Community Service
Documentation of 40 hours of volunteer work within the community of Greater Springfield.
Community Service Program:
East Longmeadow High School is committed to providing students with an education which
will, among other things, enable them to be productive and responsible citizens. The East
Longmeadow High School Philosophy states, "effective education requires a partnership among students, staff, parents, administrators and the community in an atmosphere conducive to learning." One meaningful way students can learn about being responsible citizens is by
serving their community. Students who learn to put their talents to work help not only
themselves, but also their community.
Community Service Criteria:
An East Longmeadow High School recognized community service activity is one which:
a. is performed without compensation to the student.
b. has some institutional or organization affiliation.
c. results in service to at least one other person and is of benefit to the "community."
d. is not a service mandated by court.
e. must be supervised by a person other than a relative of the student.
f. is accepted by East Longmeadow High School community service team.
g. is performed during off school hours.
C. Credits
112 credits will be required for graduation in addition to 40 hours of approved volunteer work
(community service).
D. Promotion
For a student to advance from one grade level to the next higher-grade level, the requirements are as follows:
Entrance to Sophomore Year ... 28 credits
Entrance to Junior Year..... ...... 56 credits
Entrance to Senior Year ........... 84 credits
Graduation ................... ...........112 credits
Minimum course requirements for State Colleges and State Universities
Although most colleges have additional requirements, minimum coursework which totals 16
college preparatory units are presently being required by four-year state colleges and
universities in Massachusetts.
These courses are distributed as follows:
English - 4 courses
Mathematics - 3 courses (Algebra 1 & 2 and Geometry or Trigonometry or
comparable course work)
Sciences - 3 courses (2 of which include laboratory work such as Biology,
Chemistry, or Physics)
Social Studies - 2 courses (including one course in U.S. History)
Foreign Languages- 2 courses (in a single language)
Electives - 2 courses (from the above disciplines or from the Arts & Humanities or
Computer Science)
State Colleges and the Universities in Massachusetts will most likely adhere to the following minimum GPA requirements:
Fall, 2000 Fall, 2001
State College ......................... 2.90 3.00
University of Massachusetts .... 3.00 3.00
In addition, SAT I or ACT scores will be used to help qualify for admission.
MINIMUM COURSE REQUIREMENTS
FOR STATE COLLEGES AND STATE UNIVERSITIES
Although most colleges have additional requirements, minimum coursework which totals 16 college preparatory units is presently being required by four-year state colleges and universities.
These courses are distributed as follows:
English 4 courses
Mathematics 3 courses (Algebra 1 & 2 and Geometry)
Sciences 3 courses (2 of which are Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) Social Studies 2 courses (including 1 course in U.S.History)
World Languages 2 courses (in a single language)
Electives 2 courses (from the above or the Arts and Humanities or Computer Science)
BLOCK SCHEDULE . . EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL
Week 1 (Rotation A, B/C, D, E)
First Semester Second Semester
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STUDENT RULES AND REGULATIONS
Foreword
The spirit of a school is reflected in the actions of the students and teachers in that school. You should approach your school responsibilities and privileges with a spirit of cooperation and conscientious effort. Your individual activities in the classroom, assemblies, class meetings, school trips, social functions and co-curricular activities, reflect on yourself as well as the entire student body, the faculty and the Town of East Longmeadow. When you do your best to keep the school grounds, halls, floors, walks, furniture and all equipment in the best condition possible, you are providing examples of good school spirit and citizenship.
School is a form of government within a community. Therefore, it is necessary to have a set of rules and regulations to govern ourselves. It is expected that you, as individuals, can improve the high standards set by previous students in following the established code of conduct listed on the next few pages. The staff members are ready to assist you in carrying out proper conduct expected of you. Rules and regulations will be enforced.
BEFORE SCHOOL ROUTINE
Students must enter the building using the two front entrances. Students must be seated in their assigned seats when the first period bell rings, or they will be tardy and sent to the office for a tardy pass. Students arriving on a late bus are required to report to the office for instructions.
PASSING TO CLASS
The student has five (5) minutes to pass between 84-minute classes, and two (2) minutes between 41-minute classes. A student must be seated in his or her assigned seat when the class begins. If not, the teacher may initiate disciplinary action. A teacher will issue a pass for the next class if he or she is responsible for detaining the student.
ATTENDANCE
A student who is absent, tardy or dismissed is held responsible for informing himself or herself of all notices, regulations and class assignments during his or her absence. The student will be held responsible for making specific arrangements with teacher(s) for assignments. Work will be made available to students upon their return from an absence from school. Teachers should not be asked to prepare assignments in advance of a trip. All work will be offered to the student for full value credit upon the return of the student to class.
TARDY TO SCHOOL: Students should be in their assigned seats by 7:25 when the first period bell rings or they are considered tardy and must obtain a tardy pass from the office.
TARDY TO CLASS: Students have five (5) minutes to pass between 84-minute classes and two minutes before 41-minute classes. Students must be seated when the block starts. If students are more than ten (10) minutes late for 84-minute class or five (5) minutes for a 41-minute class, they will be considered absent unless they have a pass from a teacher or the appropriate administrative pass.
ABSENCE: Students may not be absent more than nine times in a semester course, 18 times in a full year course, five times for a Junior PE, Senior PE, Junior Exploratory and Senior Advisory regardless of the reason with the exception of school business. Students with more than nine absences in a semester course, more than 18 absences in a full year course, and more than five absences in Junior PE, Senior PE, Junior Exploratory, and Senior Advisory, will lose credit for that course. (All students have the right to the appeals process).
NOTIFICATION: Written notification will be completed by the classroom teacher after the sixth and tenth absence of a semester course, after the twelfth and nineteenth for a full year course, and after the second and sixth absence for Junior PE, Senior PE, Junior Exploratory and Senior Advisory. Notification will be mailed by the high school office to parents.
APPEALS: The principal or his/her designee shall make a final determination of all appeals. Students with more than nine (9) absences in a semester course, 18 absences in a full year
course, or five absences in Junior PE, Senior PE, Junior Exploratory, and Senior Advisory have the right to appeal the loss of credit before the Assistant Principal. At this time, students and parents / guardians may present documentation explaining students absences. Information from the classroom teacher and appropriate guidance counselor may also be considered.
If a parent / legal guardian wishes further review of the loss of credit after the appeal with the Assistant Principal, the parent/legal guardian may request in writing a review by the building Principal. The building Principal will confer with the Assistant Principal and others, at his/her discretion, regarding the request and notify the parent/legal guardian in writing of the results of his/her review. The decision of the building Principal shall be final.
Examples of approved excuses may be, but are not limited to:
1. Religious observances
2. Medical emergency
3. Long-term illnesses
4. Legal responsibilities
5. Death in the family
6. Family emergency
7. School-related business
The principal / and his/her designee may request written verification in some circumstances.
PROCEDURES
TARDINESS
The school day begins at 7:25 am and it is expected that students will be on time.
A student will be issued one (1) point for each half-hour (or portion of) late to school.
Once a student has exceeded his/her 16th tardy, the penalty will DOUBLE to two (2) points
per half-hour (or portion of). If the reason for the tardy is a medical or dental appointment, then
a parent must call an administrator prior to the day of the appointment. If there are extenuating circumstances, an administrator should be called.
NO OTHER TARDIES ARE EXCUSABLE. NOTICE: TELEPHONE CALLS BY
PARENTS ONLY! NO NOTES ACCEPTED.
DISMISSAL
Student dismissals will be approved only in the following manner:
A. Dismissals must be IN WRITING FROM A * PARENT ONLY and brought to the
office in the morning before school so that they can be recorded.
Dismissals will not be accepted after 9:00.
B. If it becomes necessary for a student to be dismissed during the course of the day,
then a parent may sign the student out when they arrive to pick him/her up.
C. In an EMERGENCY, AND ONLY IN AN EMERGENCY, a parent may call on an
administrator for a verbal dismissal.
This must be followed up on the next school day with a written retroactive dismissal note.
* FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLARIFICATION, PARENT ALSO INCLUDES GUARDIAN.
NO SCHOOL INFORMATION
During snowstorms a decision will be made before 6:30 a.m. whether road conditions will be safe for children to come to school. If the conditions are severe, schools will be canceled. The No School Announcement will be carried, starting at 6:30 a.m. by radio stations WHYN, WNNZ, WPKX, and WMAS as well as Channels 22 and 40. If conditions are less difficult, the schools will open ONE OR TWO HOURS LATE. Bus pick-ups will also be ONE OR TWO HOURS LATE. The Delayed Opening Announcement will be carried by the same radio stations, starting at 6:30 a.m. and will specifically be announced as such. On that day, schools will be dismissed at regular times. We ask parents, in the event of a storm, to listen carefully to Channels 22 or 40, or radio stations WHYN, WNNZ, WPKX, and WMAS for East Longmeadow’s decision. PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE SCHOOL.
DELAYED OPENING SCHEDULE
9:10 .......................................... Doors Open 9:20 .......................................... Warning Bell
9:25 ........................................... Tardy Bell - school begins
9:25 - 10:18 ............................... A- Block or B/C Block
10:23 - 12:16 .............................. D- Block or E- Block
12:21 - 1:01 ................................ B/C Block or A- Block
1:06 - 1:45 ................................ D - Block or E - Block
MAKE-UP WORK
The responsibility for making up schoolwork rests with the student. This holds true in all cases including legitimate absences, school business, and suspensions. Make-up work must be completed within the number of school days missed plus one and any work not completed will result in a zero. Students failing to keep an appointment for make-up work forfeit the privilege unless the reason for such failure is satisfactory to the teacher. A parent request for make-up work should be made through guidance and will be honored by the end of the following school day. Any extended absences are subject to a request for further medical documentation.
FIELD TRIPS
The student must check with the teachers at least one day before a pre-arranged field trip. A student is held responsible for only the work the teacher assigned the student at that time. The student is held responsible for any other unexpected material under the make-up policy.
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
If a student is absent or attends fewer than the equivalent of two 84- minute blocks or comes in late (after 9:00 am) on the day of an event or on the Friday preceding a Saturday event, he/she will not be allowed to participate or attend unless his or her absence has been cleared by an administrator.
EXCUSED FROM PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students that are medically excused by a doctor for any period of time must submit medical documentation and must still receive a grade. The student is required to be in attendance and for each day of the medical excuse the student will be given an assignment that will be completed by the end of that class. Failure to complete each daily assignment will result in zero (0) credit.
TRUANCY (Unexcused absence from school)
In case of truancy, the student will receive zero credit for that day and will be subject to disciplinary action.
RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES ACCOMMODATION
Any student in an educational or vocational training institution who is unable, because of
her/his religious beliefs, to attend classes or to participate in any examination, study or work
requirement on a particular day shall be excused from any such examination or study and
allowed full make-up privileges.
LUNCH
The cafeteria schedule has been planned to avoid long lines and to help make the lunch period
more enjoyable. It should provide ample time to eat without hurrying and provides time for
moving to and from the cafeteria. In order to make this plan a success, students must abide by
the following rules:
1. All students must remain in the cafeteria area or at the picnic tables outside the cafeteria,
and bus their trays and leave a clean area. Food and drink are not to be taken out of the
eating areas.
2. Students passing to and from the cafeteria must do so quietly.
3. Students are expected to act appropriately at all times, and students who act
inappropriately will be subject to disciplinary action.
ASSEMBLIES
Assemblies are planned to enrich the educational experience and to encourage individual
participation in class activities. All school procedures and policies will apply during
assemblies. Behavior appropriate to the activity is expected.
TEACHER ASSIGNED DETENTION
Being kept after school is part of the regular school day. Therefore, these appointments have precedence over ALL other activities. This means that students will report to a teacher on the
day a detention is assigned. Failure to report for a teacher detention will result in the assigning of points in addition to the re-scheduling of the detention.
PAY TELEPHONES
Telephones are located within the building. Students are reminded to treat the phones with
respect, and to keep phone calls brief.
RADIOS/TAPES/CD UNITS
From 7:25 to 1:45 the use of electronic devices are allowed only in the cafeteria/hallway. If a student is using an electronic device outside the cafeteria area between 7:25 and 1:45, he or she will be asked to remove it.
PAGERS/BEEPERS/CELLULAR PHONES/ELECTRONIC GAMES/DEVICES
Pagers/Beepers, Cellular Phones, and Electronic Games may not be used during school time. Any student found using an electronic device during school time will be told to turn it off and/ or it will be confiscated. (See Code of Conduct)
SCHOOL SOCIAL FUNCTIONS
Students are encouraged to attend school social functions, and they can assist in their success
by observing school rules and by demonstrating appropriate behavior. Advance tickets to
school functions will be sold only to East Longmeadow High School students. All attendees must be in good standing at East Longmeadow High School and any guest must be pre-approved by the administration. Students may not leave the building and return to it during all school functions.
ORGANIZATION OF CLUBS
1. Upon requests from students, clubs may be organized which will meet under the
sponsorship of approved advisors at such times as may be arranged.
2. Under the "Hazing Act" (see Code of Conduct), no "initiation" fraternities or sororities are included in the school's activities. Therefore, no type of initiating activity is permissible on school grounds at any time.
3. If you have any questions or suggestions about any school activity, discuss them with your
class officers, student council members, or a teacher. This will give us the opportunity to
constantly improve our school.
CONFERENCES AND SPECIAL HELP
Students are urged to seek conferences and special help from teachers, counselors, assistant
principal and principal. Students are welcome any time staff is free; however, we suggest
that students make an appointment.
POSTERS
All posters to be displayed must be approved by advisors and the administration before they
are placed on designated bulletin boards or in other areas. Posters are not, under any circumstances, to be placed on painted or plastered walls. Please use masking tape.
COPIER ROOM RULES
The copy room is an area for school employees only. Student use of the copier is restricted to the
following: interns; co-curricular activities. Students who need to make personal copies may go to the library. Students found in violation of the copy room policy will be subject to disciplinary action.
GYMNASIUM
No one is permitted on the gym floor unless he/she is wearing sneakers and unless he/she has
permission from one of the physical education teachers or a teacher in charge. During the
school day students are not allowed in the gym area or locker rooms at any time unless there
for a class or on a pass issued by a physical education teacher. After school hours, students
are allowed in the gym only if supervised by a faculty member.
POOL
No one is permitted in the pool or pool area at any time without permission and faculty
supervision.
CARE OF FACILITY, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
1. It is requested that any damage to the building, the equipment, or school grounds, be reported to the office immediately. Having a well-maintained building with new equipment is a privilege extended to us by East Longmeadow residents. Therefore, it is a student’s duty to report any irregularities caused by him/herself or by anyone else immediately.
2. Equipment, books and supplies issued to students are Town of East Longmeadow and School Department property. Care should be taken of this property.
3. Students are encouraged to cover their textbooks. Book covers are available in the guidance office.
VANDALISM
Students who destroy/deface school equipment, books, supplies, the building, or school grounds including improper disposal of trash, will make restitution and will be subject to disciplinary action.
MONEY OWED TO SCHOOL
Any student who owes money for any school materials or damages will have his/her report
Card/diploma withheld until ALL financial obligations are met.
LOCKERS
Lockers are for the use of students but remain the property of the East Longmeadow
Public Schools. Therefore, students should have no expectation of privacy in their school
lockers.
At the beginning of the school year each student is assigned a locker and a combination lock.
The only exception to this is that some lockers have built-in combination locks. Students are
expected to keep their lockers locked at all times. Only the school lock assigned to the
student is to be used. Students are to keep their belongings in the assigned locker only. (Any
exceptions to this, unless cleared by the office, will result in disciplinary action).
A student may go to her/his locker (1) before school in the morning, (2) during passing time
between 84-minute blocks, (3) after school, and (4) at any other time with a pass from a teacher.
Those students who are issued separate locks must return them at the end of the school year. A charge will be made for locks not returned at that time.
SEARCH AND SEIZURE OF STUDENTS, LOCKERS, DESKS, COMPUTERS
Students may be issued lockers, with or without private combinations, desks, computers, etc., at the opening of school or thereafter. STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE NO EXPECTATION OF PRIVACY IN THEIR SCHOOL LOCKERS, DESKS, COMPUTERS, ETC.
Lockers, desks, and computers are for the use of students but remain the property of the East Longmeadow Public Schools.
Students are advised that their lockers, desks, computers, etc. may be inspected without notice by school administrators to insure cleanliness, safety and adherence to federal, state and local
laws and regulations.
The legality of a search of a student, his/her clothing and/ or possessions depends simply on the reasonableness, under all circumstances, of the search. The search by a school official is justified at its inception when there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the search will turn up evidence that the student has violated either the law or the rules of the school. Such a search is permissible in its scope when the measures adopted are reasonably related to the objectives of the search and are not excessively intrusive in light of the age and sex of the student and the nature of the infraction.
LOST AND FOUND
All articles found in the building are to be turned in to the office and claimed there. Lost or
stolen articles should be reported by the student and the student should check the office
periodically.
HEALTH SERVICES
Services provided by the health room are:
- Health appraisals: physical examinations, vision and hearing screening, blood pressure
screening, postural screening and heights and weights for 10th graders.
- Health counseling: relative to health appraisals, health problem and referrals.
- Communicable diseases control: no student shall transfer into school or attend school
without current immunizations for the safety of the student and school population.
- Illness and First Aid: Injuries and illnesses which happen in school are cared for by the
school nurse who notifies a parent or guardian.
Accidents and injuries must be reported to the teacher who sends the student to the nurse.
Those which occur on school grounds and buses in situations not under the supervision of a
teacher must be reported directly to the school office as soon as possible after they occur.
The school is not responsible for the care and treatment of accidents, injuries, or
medical conditions which occur other than during official school hours.
Physical education excuses from a physician must be brought to the nurse for documentation
of chronic conditions. An annual update from a physician is required.
No injured student shall be permitted to leave school until permission has been granted by
the nurse and a parent or guardian.
Physical Exams: All students are required to have a physical within a year when
enrolling in East Longmeadow High School. Eleventh graders are required by the State to
have a physical. No student will be able to practice, try out or participate without a current physical (within thirteen months) on file in the nurse's office, and a sports form filled out and signed by a parent/guardian and the student.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED): There are two AEDs available at East Longmeadow High School for use in emergency situations by trained, certified personnel. One AED is located in the nurse’s office and the other AED is with the athletic trainer.
HEALTH CLINIC
In addition to the traditional services offered by the school’s registered nurse, East Longmeadow High School also offers students expanded health care services through the school-based health center. The school-based health center is an actual clinic, affiliated with Baystate Medical Center that is located and operates within the health room. The clinic is open on Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and care is provided by a nurse practitioner working under the supervision of Dr. Donald Shukan, a Longmeadow pediatrician and school physician for the town of East Longmeadow.
Some of the services offered are:
- assessment and treatment of illnesses, injuries and other conditions
- prescriptions
- lab tests such as testing for strep throat or urinary tract infections
- supportive counseling and referral for psychosocial concerns
- wellness counseling (includes coverage of things like nutrition, safety, healthy life-style behaviors and stress management)
- sports physicals
A student needs to sign up for Health Center membership if interested in these expanded services. There is a consent form specific to the clinic, and parental permission is required for each school year. Although insurance information is requested, parents will not be billed for services. A bill may be submitted to the student’s insurance carrier, but if payment is refused, parents will not receive a bill for these services. The Health Center is not a profit-oriented venture. It is funded largely through the Department of Public Health and other grant monies and is viewed more as a public health service for students.
MEDICATION POLICY
The East Longmeadow School District's Medication Policy conforms with the new regulations (105 CMR 210,000) as set forth by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. These new policies also apply to self-administered medications such as inhalers and Epipens. Our district requires that these must be on file in your child's health record before any medications are given at school:
1. A signed PARENTAL CONSENT FORM.
2. A signed PHYSICIAN'S MEDICATION ORDER. These forms are available in
the nurse's office and must be renewed annually.
All medications must be delivered to the school nurse in a pharmacy or manufacturer-labeled
container by a parent or a responsible adult whom the parent designates. MEDICATIONS MAY NOT BE DELIVERED TO SCHOOL BY A STUDENT. Please ask your pharmacy to provide
separate bottles for school and home. No more than a 20-day supply of the medication should
be delivered to school. Any medication brought into school without meeting the above regulations shall be administered only after a parent or guardian has been notified and the requirements of this policy have been met. For administration of OTC (over-the- counter) medications, such as Tylenol, a parent or guardian permission is required annually.
E.L.H.S. Computer Lab Use Policy
IMPORTANT: Students who violate the rules below are subject to points, administrative detention, or suspension, depending on the offense (as outlined in the student Code of Conduct).
I.
Students
are NOT allowed in a computer room without faculty supervision
II. Computers are to be used for academically appropriate activities only. If students finish assignments early, it is expected that they:
q Work on an assignment from another class.
q Research an appropriate subject of interest.
q Search the web responsibly after receiving teacher’s permission.
III. Students must be courteous of the
next user. At the end of the block, students must do the following:
q Exit all applications.
q Clean their area.
q Push in their chair.
IV. It is understood that it is possible to accidentally access inappropriate Internet sites. If this happens, students must exit such sites immediately.
V. Vandalism - anyone causing destruction to hardware will be responsible for the cost of repair and will face disciplinary action.
VI. Appropriate Use of Resources – students are not to waste paper and/or ink by printing off inappropriate or unnecessary materials. Please conserve lab resources. Unless using a CD, do not touch the CD/Rom drive.
PASSES
Students without proper pass permission may be subject to disciplinary action.
Quick Pass: This pass is designed for minimal disruptions of instructional time. It is issued to one student at a time for up to six (6) minutes.
Teacher Pass: This pass will be issued by the classroom teacher when it is
necessary for the student to leave the room for legitimate reasons.
Request Pass: This pass is designed for teachers who want a student to come to their room
for either the entire block or the last portion of a block. It must be obtained from the
teacher concerned, prior to the block it is to be used, and is at the discretion of the classroom teacher. A student will not be allowed to leave her or his room to see another teacher unless he or she has this pass.
FIRE DRILLS
Although the school building is modern, "fireproof," and has many exits, the danger of fire is
always present. Students should be familiar with the instructions for fire drills which are
posted in every homeroom. Drills will be held as scheduled by the Fire Department. If an exit
is ever blocked, students should move to the nearest available exit.
QUIET, orderly movement from the building is essential.
SECURITY DRILLS
The following are the planned procedures for responding to a school campus intrusion/crisis. If a teacher, student, or administrator is made aware of an intruder, violence, weapons, or crisis within our campus, the following actions should be taken:
1. Notify the office immediately by intercom or in person, whichever is fastest (no student messengers if possible).
2. Do not confront the intruder. Please notify administration/office ASAP, unless a student is in imminent danger.
3. Principal/office will ring the school bell three times as an alert. Office will also notify police, ambulance, superintendent, etc. and will shut off all school bells immediately.
4. Teacher's immediate responsibilities will be:
*Lock all classroom doors (all inside).
*Turn all classroom lights off.
*Gather all students in obscure corner of room.
*Keep students orderly and quiet.
*Refrain from using intercom.
*Do not leave classroom/students at any time.
5. The police department offers the following behavioral recommendations to anyone who is held hostage:
*Teachers and others in charge of students need to remain calm and not
cause student panic.
*Students who are not in classrooms (ex. corridor) should take refuge immediately in the nearest classroom.
*Do exactly what the intruder says.
*Be courteous and do not initiate conversation.
*Make no quick moves, such as reaching for a drawer.
*Small events and seemingly harmless statements can trigger a reaction.
*Remain clam and be patient. Realize action is being taken outside your
classroom.
CLASSROOM EMERGENCIES
If anyone needs help in an emergency situation, the teacher on duty will either buzz for help or send for help. The teacher will not leave an assigned duty or the classroom, thus leaving students unsupervised.
BUSES
Students have a right to safe transportation to and from school. Riding a bus is a privilege and all bus rules must be followed in order to maintain this privilege. The following are safety guidelines to be shared with your child:
1. Stay out of the street while waiting for the bus.
2. Refrain from pushing or otherwise endangering yourself and friends while waiting at the bus stop.
3. Wait until the bus comes to a full stop before going near it.
4. Take a seat in the bus and remain orderly while the bus is in motion.
5. Keep head, arms, and hands inside the bus window.
The school authorities, the bus operators, and the police work closely to ensure safe operations of all buses. Parental cooperation plays a large part in the success of this phase of the school program. If a student’s actions are dangerous to him/herself or the safety of others, the privilege of riding the bus will be withdrawn. The bus driver is responsible for and has full authority over the conduct of students while on the bus.
SCHOOL CAMPUS
Students are not to loiter on the school campus at any time. The school campus includes the building, school grounds, access ways, playing fields, and parking lots. All students should be off campus by 2:45 p.m. unless they are involved in a school activity or they are being supervised. Students caught loitering will be subject to disciplinary action.
STUDENT PARKING
All vehicles parking within ELHS property must be registered with the Principal’s office and display a valid permit. Parking on ELHS property is a privilege that may be withdrawn for noncompliance ELHS parking regulations. A fee will be charged.
Vehicles must display appropriate parking permits in order to park on the property. Students may not park in the faculty and staff parking area. A solid, red line, running the entire width of the lot, divides the parking lot. Students may park in the area from this line heading to the end of the parking lot by Saint Michael’s Catholic Church.
While parking on ELHS property, the designated parking spaces must be used. There should be no parking outside of the painted lines designating the individual spaces. In addition, no new spaces should be created.
All signs and markings are in the interest of parking control and safety. They must be obeyed under penalty of towing at owners/student’s expense, including any damage incurred during the towing process, citation by police, revocation of parking privileges, and/or other disciplinary action as determined by the school administration. No parking zones include the following: yellow-curbed areas, driveways, sidewalks, handicapped ramps or designated spaces, fire zones, and other designated areas.
A parking permit guarantees neither a specific parking space nor the availability of a parking space.
SAFETY BELT POLICY
According to State Policy Rules and Regulations, all operators and passengers of motor vehicles are required to properly fasten safety belts while on school property. Any operator of a vehicle in which the driver or any passenger is not wearing a safety belt may be subject to disciplinary action.
VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION: STUDENT ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Students arriving or departing during the normal school hours must do so by using the parking
lot entrance adjacent to St. Michael's Church.
VISITS TO SCHOOL
All parents are welcomed to visit school throughout the school year. Our Safe School Policy requires that all parents and visitors sign in the office upon entering the building and receive a pass. If you would like to visit a classroom to observe, we request that you make arrangements through the principal’s office.
GUESTS
If a student wishes to bring a guest to school, the student must first request permission from
an administrator at least a day in advance; receive permission from each teacher; and if
permission is granted, the guest must meet an administrator on the day of the visit before
school.
INSURANCE
All students are given the opportunity to take school insurance although it is not required.
The contract is between the student and the insurance company and is only offered through
the school as a convenience. All claims must be made directly to the insurance agent.
TOBACCO FREE POLICY STATEMENT
I. The East Longmeadow Public Schools is dedicated to providing a healthy, safe, and productive learning and recreation environment for staff, students, and visitors to its facilities. The use of tobacco products has a direct link to numerous health problems. Tobacco prevention and education plays a critical role in establishing life-long positive health habits for its students.
II. Pursuant to the requirements of Section 36 of Chapter 71 of the Education Reform Act of 1993, the use of any tobacco products in school buildings or on school grounds at any time by any person is prohibited. Students and staff who violate this policy will be disciplined in accordance with published regulations. Members of the public who violate this policy and fail to stop at the request of school staff or police will be directed to leave school property immediately. Those failing to obey the direction of school staff or police will be considered to be trespassing.
III. In accordance with the Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 71, Section 37, the use or possession of any tobacco product within the school building, school facilities, on school grounds, or on school buses by any individual, including school personnel, shall be strictly prohibited.
VI. Signs shall be posted in all school buildings informing the general public of the district policy and requirements of state law.
V. The disciplinary procedure for this policy will be consistent across the system and may be found in the appropriate student and staff handbook.
VI. Enforcement – The Superintendent of Schools, building administrators, and school officials who have been designated by the East Longmeadow Board of Health, as agents of the Board for the purpose of the Tobacco Free Policy shall be responsible for the enforcement of this policy.
Disciplinary Provisions
Disciplinary provisions that may be considered for students violating the Tobacco Free Policy are:
Students K-12:
1st offense: Parent/Guardian notified in writing
Saturday Morning/Detention Program/Tobacco Cessation Education
$25 fine – payable within thirty (30) days to the Town of East Longmeadow
Notification to athletic and activity director (2 week suspension)
2nd offense: Parent / Guardian notified in writing
Saturday Morning/Detention Program/Tobacco Cessation Education
$25 fine – payable within thirty (30) days to the Town of East Longmeadow
Notification to athletic and activity director (12 week suspension)
3rd offense (and subsequent offenses): Parent/Guardian conference
External suspension: a short-term suspension for three to ten days
$25 fine – payable within thirty (30) days to the Town of East Longmeadow
Mandatory Saturday Morning/Detention Program/Tobacco Cessation Education
Notification to athletic and activity director (12 week suspension)
Students found in possession of tobacco products and associated paraphernalia will be subject to the following disciplinary action:
1st offense: Confiscation of materials
Parent/guardian notified
Warning/Detention/Points
2nd offense: Confiscation of materials
Parent/guardian notified
Assignment of points/Saturday detention
3rd offense (and subsequent offenses):
Confiscation of materials
Parent/guardian notified
Short-term suspension from school 1-3 days
ALCOHOL TESTER
All students attending social functions sponsored by ELHS will be required to participate in an alcohol breath test prior to their entry into the function. This is a passive, noninvasive test where no mouthpiece is needed. Students will be asked to speak into the device; if the test registers positive for alcohol, parents will be called immediately and the student will be subject to discipline according to the East Longmeadow Public Schools Code of Conduct. In the event a student refuses to participate in the test and leaves the premises, parents will be called immediately and the student will be subject to disciplinary action.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
The use of, serving of, possession of, or consumption of any alcoholic beverage on school
property or at school functions is prohibited. Further, students will not be permitted to attend school, or any school sponsored activity, regardless of where it is held if he or she has been drinking alcoholic beverages prior to his or her attendance at or participation in said school sponsored activity. Any infraction of this rule will be sufficient cause for suspension from school for a minimum of five (5) days.
ILLEGAL DRUGS
The use of, distribution of, consumption of, or possession of any illegal drug or drug-connected paraphernalia on school property or at school functions is prohibited. Further, students will not be permitted to attend school or any school sponsored activity regardless of where it is held, if he or she has been using an illegal drug prior to his or her attendance at or participation in said school sponsored activity. Any infraction of this rule will be sufficient cause for suspension from school. A student who is known to be involved in drug trafficking IN OR OUTSIDE of school may be suspended from school for up to thirty (30) days. Also, if it is determined that the student's continued presence in school is not in the best interest of other students, the principal may exclude the student from school.
CIVIL RIGHTS
Students have the right to be free from discrimination based on race, ethnic, religion, gender,
sexual orientation or disability. Students who utter derogatory remarks based on racial, ethnic, religious, gender or physical or mental disability will be subject to points and/or suspension.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Schools may release the following information without prior consent: "a student's name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, major field of study, dates of attendance, weight and height of members of athletic teams, class, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, degrees, honors, and awards, and post-high school plans." However, before the school releases this information it must give public notice that it releases these types of information and it must inform parent(s)/legal guardian(s) and eligible students that they have the right to request that this information not be released without prior consent. This notice may be included in the routine information letter the school publishes under 603 C.M.R.23.10(1).
Schools may not exclude a new student because he/she has not received his or her complete school records from his/her former community.
Complete copies of the state regulations concerning parent's / legal guardian's and students' rights to records may be obtained in the building principal's office.
CHAPTER 766
Chapter 766 is a Massachusetts State Law that applies to all people ages three to twenty-
two who have not graduated from high school. It says that if students have special needs
they should be given any help they need to allow them to stay in a least restrictive environment. A special need is any problem a student might have that would make it very hard or impossible for him or her to get a good education in a general school setting.
The evaluation process is a carefully planned way to find out if a student needs special
education services. It involves the student, his or her parents, teachers, and other people in
the school and community. This evaluation gives you, your parents and your teachers a
chance to learn the best way that all of you can work to compensate for your special need.
SERVICES
LIBRARY
The Robert J. Jarvis Memorial Library houses over 12,000 books, 25 periodical subscriptions, two daily newspapers, videocassettes, and other software. Internet access and other retrieval resources supplement the print collection.
Open from 7 am to 3:00 pm Monday – Thursday and Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the media center loans all general materials for three weeks and reference materials overnight. A five cents a day fine is assessed for all materials up to a maximum of $1.00, except for reference materials for which the fine is $1 a day with a maximum of $5.00.
Students use the library in class groups or on an individual basis with a teacher or library pass.
The Robert J. Jarvis Memorial Library is fully dedicated to serving students and faculty in the dissemination of information and support of the East Longmeadow High School curriculum.
GUIDANCE
Guidance is a group of services designed to meet student needs and to help students work out their own problems. Guidance is not so much a "problem solver" as it is a place where a student may discuss a situation on a one-to-one basis with a person who is trained to assist people in the working out of their own decisions.
School Counselors divide the responsibility for the student body alphabetically. Students are encouraged to make appointments whenever necessary. However, minor problems may be
resolved by "dropping in" the guidance office before school, during lunch, or after school. When appointments are made by the counselors, students will miss a brief period of classroom time.
The guidance office is located in the front of the building, with the other offices and a secretary is available to make appointments and to answer many general questions. The guidance office includes a reference area which has college catalogs, military and career information and all manner of general reference materials, most of which may be borrowed on a sign-out basis. A Career Center is also open to service students interested in researching careers and/or shadowing experience.
CAREER CENTER
The mission of the Career Center is to offer career exploration at many levels, to offer students a focus on career pathways and to ascertain particulars of various occupations. The anticipated outcome is for students to be informed of academic and educational requirements to gain knowledge and experience of workplace environments to assist them in making informed decisions.
Exploration activities include: individual career counseling and assessment, career speakers, job shadows, internships, work study positions, resume writing, job application and interview support.
Job shadows are an activity where students gain a realistic view of an occupation or an entire career cluster by sharing a “day in the life” at a worksite. ELHS had recent placements with a nurse, cosmetologist, television producer, elementary and middle school teacher, mechanical engineer and a dental hygienist. Students are able to have first hand workplace exposure, ask questions, network and apply communication skills.
An internship is a work-based learning experience outside the traditional classroom. Students typically intern for 4 to 7 ˝ hours per week. Photographers, informational technology professionals, automotive mechanics, educators and entrepreneurs mentor student interns.
Students are encouraged to visit the Career Center and check out the job board, which offers postings of part time, summer jobs and community service activities.
ELHS Career Center strives to connect learning with the world of work, linking the broader community and enhancing student understanding of their own interests and potential.
REPORT CARDS
East Longmeadow High School has a unique marking system which enables students to understand their grades thoroughly. To supplement the universal letter grade, a number of contributing comments will be used. Report cards will be issued six times during the school year.
Explanation of grades is as follows:
GRADE
A, A- Excellent - High Honors
B+, B, B- Good or honor work
C+, C, C- Fair, Average
D+, D, D- Poor, barely passing
E Failing
I Incomplete due to absence
MD Medical Excuse
WD Withdrawn
HT Home Tutor
TRANSFER STUDENTS
1. Transfer students must satisfy the graduation requirements with no exceptions regardless of when the student transfers; however, if extenuating circumstances exist, it will be brought to the principal's attention who will meet with all concerned parties.
2. The Physical Education requirement will be waived only if the sending school does not offer it or if the sending school requires less which means the transferring student was not required to
take Physical Education. Once the student enters, however, he/she is required to take Physical Education as part of their program.
INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM
PURPOSE: To enable students who qualify to pursue a course of study outside the classroom and receive credit for their work. This may be done as part of a regular class. The first is preferred.
SUBJECT AREAS: Any area as long as the prescribed requirements are met.
ELIGIBILITY: Students must be recommended by a teacher. The recommendation should be based upon the student's capability to handle the responsibility rather than on past marks. The program will be highly selective.
CREDITS: A student MAY receive no more than FOUR CREDITS PER YEAR. If a student does not complete the required work he/she will receive zero credit. Students are required to have all graduation requirements fulfilled without the Independent Study credit unless prior approval is granted by the principal.
SCHEDULING: Student and teacher will meet during scheduled class periods.
PROCEDURE:
1. Student submits an outline of his/her proposed program to the teacher involved before the project starts.
2. When the outline is approved by the teacher a copy must be submitted to the principal's
office for final approval. (This copy will be placed in the student's permanent folder).
3. At the end of the marking period a student will be graded on a pass/fail basis.
4. The title of the Independent Study and the final mark will be entered on the
student's permanent record.
5. A student may undertake no more than one such project per year.
STUDENT COUNCIL
and
CLASS ORGANIZATION
- CONSTITUTIONS
- ELECTIONS
STUDENT COUNCIL
The student council is a student organization which represents the entire school body. Its membership is composed of six (6) 12th graders, five (5) 11th graders, five (5) 10th graders, and five (5) 9th graders, all of whom are elected by their respective classes. The four elected class presidents are automatically members of the Student Council.
The main purpose of student council is to promote a better understanding among the students, the faculty, the administration, and the community and to increase school spirit. Throughout the year this organization sponsors numerous activities and programs. Semiannually it also allocates funds to those groups and/or clubs who have an earnest need, and yet, who are unable to raise the needed monies independently. In addition, council members attend regional and state conferences of student council organizations throughout the year.
Student council meetings are held immediately before or after school on a bi-weekly rotation. Additional meetings will be held when necessary. All meetings are open to the student body. If a student wishes to have a problem presented for consideration or offer a suggestion which relates to student council business, he/she should contact a class representative in advance in order to have it placed on an upcoming agenda.
The student council can be a strong voice of the students at East Longmeadow High School, but only if it has the backing of the entire student body. For this reason students are urged to take an active interest in student council and participate in all of its activities.
EAST LONGMEADOW HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL
CONSTITUTION
Article 1 - Title
The student governing body of East Longmeadow High School shall be known as "The Student Council."
Article 2 - Purpose
The purpose of the East Longmeadow High School Student Council shall be as follows:
1. To serve as the general representative of the student body.
2. To improve upon the existing relationships between the student body, the faculty, the
administration, and the community.
3. To initiate activities and programs which advance school spirit, and better the welfare of
the student body.
4. To assist in giving the student body a thorough understanding of school policy.
5. To serve as custodian of the student council "General Account."
6. To conduct all student elections.
Article 3 - Membership
Section 1 - Members
Clause 1 The student council shall consist of 21 elected representatives and the four class
presidents. The 21 elected representatives shall consist of six 12th graders, five 11th
graders, five 10th graders and five 9th graders.
Clause 2 Ex-officio members shall include:
1. The principal and assistant principal(s).
2. The student council advisor(s).
3. The elected members of the "Student Advisory Committee to the East
Longmeadow School Committee."
4. The elected delegates to the "Student Advisory Council to the Massachusetts
State Board of Education."
Ex-officio members shall be non-voting members.
Section 2 - Suspension
Clause 1 Suspension of up to one (1) month's time may be invoked upon any member by a
majority vote of the executive board for just cause. The invoked member has the
right to be present at that executive board meeting at which his/her case will be
reviewed in order to offer a defense and must be so informed by the secretary.
Clause 2 All suspensions must be publicized in the following weekly minutes.
Section 3 - Expulsion
Clause 1 The student council may expel from membership any representative providing valid
reason is presented to the organization. The vote for such expulsion shall be a two-
thirds majority vote of the entire council. The invoked member has a right to be at
that meeting at which his or her case will be reviewed in order to offer a defense and must be so informed by the secretary.
Clause 2 Unexcused absences from two (2) student council meetings shall provide for valid
reason for expulsion.
Clause 3 For excused absence from four (4) student council meetings a warning will be sent. Amnesty may be given by a majority vote of the Executive Board.
Section 4 - Academic Requirement
The extracurricular Eligibility Code as approved by the East Longmeadow School
Committee shall be the basis for determining participation on the Student Council. If
the grades at the end of the next marking period have not been raised to satisfy the
Eligibility Code, the member in question shall be asked to resign.
Section 5 - Vacancies
Replacement for a member who fails to meet the East Longmeadow Extracurricular Eligibility Code shall take place only when it applies to the first term. Replacement for a resigned member shall take place if the resignation is submitted before the start of the third term. A special election shall be held by the class to which the ex-member belongs within three (3) weeks of the vacancy. Students who contended for the position in the previous election need not file nomination papers if they wish to run for the same position again. Election procedures are otherwise the same as those for a regular election.
Article 4 - Executive Board
Section 1 - Officers
The officers of the student council who must be regular student council members, shall be as
follows:
President: This officer shall be a member of the 12th grade.
Vice-President: This officer shall be a member of the 12th grade.
Secretary: This officer may be a member of any of the classes.
Treasurer: This officer may be a member of any of the classes.
Member-at-Large: This officer may be a member of any of the classes.
Section 2 - Duties of the Officers
Clause 1 The duties of the president shall be to call, plan an agenda for, and preside over the
meeting of the student council. The president is an ex-officio member of all
committees established. The president has the right to make any emergency
decisions when a full student council meeting is impossible to call, provided he/she
has secured majority approval from the executive board on this issue.
Clause 2 The duties of the vice-president shall be to perform the duties of the president in the
event of his/her absence and to aid the president of his/her duties. The vice-
president will also serve as liaison between all outside organizations and the
student council.
Clause 3 The duties of the secretary shall be to keep records of student council meetings,
record attendance, and to carry out all necessary correspondence. The secretary
shall be in charge of distributing weekly reports to the homerooms and faculty.
Clause 4 The duties of the treasurer shall be to assume full responsibility for financial
matters of the student council and to keep records of the General Fund. All
expenditures shall require the signatures of the treasurer and the faculty advisor.
The treasurer shall maintain pertinent records and oversee policy revision. The
treasurer will also expedite all Budget Allocation Meetings. A financial report
must be made by the treasurer at each meeting.
Clause 5 The duties of the member-at-large shall be to assume the office of any absent
officer except of the president, to conduct the elections for class officers and
student council members, and to assume the student council responsibility for
Freshman Orientations. The member-at-large is responsible for setting up the
meeting place properly, providing any special equipment, and assisting the
president in the management of the meetings.
Article 5 - Elections
Section 1 - Schedules
Clause 1 Election proceedings for student council representatives and class officers of the in-
coming 10th, 11th and 12th grades shall be initiated during the second week of
May.
Clause 2 Student council officers shall be nominated by majority vote from the newly
elected representatives. There shall be at least two (2) nominees for each office.
Officers shall be elected by the new representatives by the end of that school year.
This election shall be conducted by the faculty advisor and/or the out-going
president.
Clause 3 Election proceedings for student council representatives and class officers of the
9th grade shall be initiated during the third week following the opening of school.
Clause 4 Election proceedings for the S.A.C. (School Committee) representatives and the
S.A.C. (State Board of Education) delegates shall be initiated at times designated
by the Department of Education.
Section 2 - Eligibility
Clause 1 No student shall seek a student council position and a class office at the same time.
Clause 2 Nominees not meeting the requirements of East Longmeadow High School's
Extracurricular Eligibility Code, based on third quarter grades, will be immediately
placed on probation if elected. Probation, defined as a period of non-participation,
will exist through the fourth quarter. If at that time the final grades do not satisfy
the Eligibility Code, the member in question shall be asked to resign.
Clause 3 Academic Requirements will not apply to nominees for the September election of
freshman representatives.
Section 3 - Procedures
Clause 1 All election proceedings must be completed within two (2) school weeks. Clause 2 Nomination papers shall be made available on the first day of the campaign. These
papers shall be signed by four of the nominee's subject teachers and 20 students of
the nominee's class. The nominee may substitute the signature of his guidance
counselor, the student council advisor(s), or an assistant principal, or the principal
for one (1) subject teacher. Completed papers must be submitted to the student
council advisor prior to the published deadline. Class meetings for the purpose of
presenting candidates' speeches shall be scheduled prior to the election. Those
students desirous of write-in campaigns may be nominated at the class meetings and
shall be required to fulfill all nomination obligations excluding the signature of 20 classmates. These papers must be submitted by the close of school on the day of
the class meeting.
Clause 3 All campaign posters must be approved by the student council advisor(s) and/or an
assistant principal. Posters can be affixed to non-painted surfaces only. No posters
may be displayed until the nominee has submitted his/her nomination paper. All
posters must be removed by dismissal time on election day.
Clause 4 All election proceedings shall be conducted by the current student council. No
representative may work on the election of his/her respective class.
Article 6 - Organization
Section 1
There shall be a regular meeting of student council at least every week during the school year unless the organization decides otherwise. This meeting shall take place before or after
school.
Section 2
The president, with the approval of the faculty advisor(s), shall have the right to call a special
meeting.
Section 3
Two-thirds of the student council membership shall constitute a quorum.
Section 4
Attendance at scheduled meetings for all voting members of student council, for one
representative of the S.A.C. (School Committee) and for one representative of the S.A.C.
(State Board of Education) is mandatory. Excused absences may be granted to any of the
above by the president and/or faculty advisor(s) for a valid reason. Attendance for all other
non-voting members is optional.
Section 5
The president shall appoint, with the approval of a majority vote of the student council, the
chairman of the committees necessary to carry out the projects of the year. The chairman
shall have the right to select his/her committee from both members and non-members of the student council unless otherwise decided by a majority vote of the student council.
Section 6
Representatives, in voting and all other duties, must first act in the best interest of East Longmeadow High School and then in the best interest of their respective classes.
Article 7 - Amendments
Section 1
The constitution shall be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of the entire student council with the approval of the faculty advisor(s).
Section 2
Any amendment shall be introduced at a regularly scheduled student council meeting and shall be voted upon at the following regularly scheduled meeting.
Article 8 - Ratification
Section 1
The constitution shall be introduced at a regular scheduled student council meeting and shall
be voted upon at the following student council meeting.
Section 2
The constitution shall require a two-thirds majority vote of the entire student council, the
approval of the faculty advisor(s), and the approval of the principal for ratification.
CONSTITUTION OF CLASSES
of
East Longmeadow High School
Article 1 - Name and Purpose
Section 1
There shall be a division of each class according to graduation year.
Section 2
The object of each class shall be to promote the general welfare of its class and East
Longmeadow High School through the activities of the class as provided for in the Student
Handbook.
Article 2 - Membership
Section 1
All the pupils of the East Longmeadow High School who shall have been assigned to their
particular class shall be members of the class and shall compose the voting membership of
that class.
Article 3 - Officers and Their Duties
Section 1
The officers of each class shall be a president, a vice-president, a secretary, a treasurer, and
member-at-large.
Section 2
The duties of the officers shall be as follows:
Clause 1 The duties of the president shall be to call, plan an agenda for, and preside over
class meetings. The president shall be an automatic member of the student council.
Clause 2 The duties of the vice-president shall be to perform the duties of the president in the
event of his absence and to aid the president of his duties.
Clause 3 The duties of the secretary shall be to keep records of class meetings and Executive
Board meetings, and to carry out the necessary correspondence. These class records
shall be kept by the school after the class graduates.
Clause 4 The duties of the treasurer shall be to assume full responsibility of financial matters
of the Class and to keep records of such matters. All expenditures shall require the
signatures of the treasurer, the faculty advisor, and the principal.
Clause 5 The duties of the member-at-large shall be to assume the office of an officer, except
that of the president.
Section 3
The election of class officers and all pre-election activities shall be conducted annually by the
student council.
Clause 1 No member shall be a candidate for more than one class office. No member shall
seek election to a class office and a student council position at the same time.
Clause 2 Nominees not meeting the East Longmeadow High School's Extracurricular
Eligibility Code, as presented in Article III, Section 3, Clause 4, based on probation
if elected. Probation is defined as a period of non-participation. If the grades at the
end of the next marking period have not been raised to satisfy the Eligibility Code, the officer in question shall be asked to resign.
Clause 3 Academic requirements will not apply to nominees for the September election of
freshman class officers.
Clause 4 The Extracurricular Eligibility Code as approved by the East Longmeadow School
Committee shall be the basis for determining if a student is eligible for class office.
Members who are not eligible during one marking period will be placed on
probation. Probation is defined as a period of non-participation. If the grades at the
end of the next marking period have not been raised to satisfy the Eligibility Code,
the member in question shall be asked to resign.
Clause 5 The resignation of any class officer requires two (2) weeks' notice before the
vacancy occurs.
Clause 6 Vacancies shall be filled in the following manner:
a. The office of president shall be assumed by the current vice-president.
b. The offices of vice-president, secretary, or treasurer shall be assumed by the
current member-at-large in the above prescribed order.
c. The office of member-at-large and any other vacancies shall be filled in the same
manner as provided for in the student council Constitution.
Clause 7 If any officer is failing to perform properly the duties of his/her office, he/she shall
be asked to resign upon final approval of a petition signed by a majority of the
voting members and approved by the class advisor, the student council, and the
principal. At a class meeting the student being asked to resign shall have a chance to
defend himself if he/she so desires. An election to fill the vacancy shall be
conducted as prescribed in Article 3, Section 3, Clause 6.
Article 4 - Meetings
Section 1
There shall be at least one meeting of the class during each semester of their membership in
East Longmeadow High School. All the students assigned to the class must attend the class
meetings.
Section 2
Special meetings may be called by the president, or by written request of either three of the
executive committee or one-tenth of the class. Such a written request must be handed to the
president at least four (4) days in advance of the time set for the meeting.
Section 3
A majority vote of the voting members present is needed to pass all motions other than
constitutional amendments.
Article 5 - Committees
Section 1
Committees for the various class activities shall be organized by the Class. Membership in
any committee will be open to any voting class member willing to join.
Section 2
The Executive Committee, consisting of the class officers, shall meet at least once a month, or
upon the call of the president. In the meetings after the annual elections in May, the incoming
class officers shall meet with the outgoing class officers to discuss class policies and future
activities.
Article 6 - Finances
Section 1
All members of the Senior class shall be assessed the class dues proposed by the Executive
Committee, passed at a class meeting, and approved by the class advisor(s).
Section 2
No expense on behalf of the class shall be incurred by an officer and/or committee unless
sanctioned by the class advisor(s).
Article 7 - Amendments
Section 1
This constitution shall be amended by a two-thirds majority vote of the voting members
present at a class meeting which amendment shall pertain only to that class. The remaining
classes may adopt the same amendment by following the same procedure.
Section 2
Any amendment shall be introduced at a class meeting and shall be voted upon at a class
meeting called within a one-or two-week period. This amendment shall have final approval
by student council at its next regularly scheduled meeting.
CO-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY CODE
1. Members of any co-curricular group will conduct themselves as ladies or gentlemen at all
times. Suspension from school means suspension from the group for the duration of the
school suspension.
2. If a student is absent or attends less than the equivalent of two 84-minute blocks or comes in
late (after 9:00 am) on the day of an event or on the Friday preceding a Saturday event, he/she
will not be allowed to participate or attend unless his or her absence has been cleared by an
administrator.
3. Violations of the following will result in the listed action:
(a) Misuse of any legal drugs (i.e. over the counter and/or prescription).
(b) Possession and/or use of alcoholic beverage.
(c) Possession and/or use of illegal drugs.
(d) To use any tobacco product (commercial/legal) will result in the listed action:
FIRST OFFENSE: Suspension of participation in athletics and activities for a period of two (2) school weeks or two athletic contests from the date of the violation, whichever encompasses the greater number of contests. In addition, the student athlete must attend a one (1) hour educational program regarding substance abuse administered by the athletic department.
SECOND OFFENSE: Suspension of participation in athletics and activities for a period of twenty-four (24) school weeks from the date of the violation. The suspension may be reduced to twelve (12) weeks provided the student completes twenty (20) hours of community service as approved by the athletic director and the coach.
THIRD OFFENSE: Permanent suspension of participation in athletics and activities.
4. ELIGIBILITY: A student is eligible for participation in co-curricular programs in any
marking period provided he/she in the previous marking period
(year for first marking period) has a cumulative average equivalent to or better
than 2.0 (C). The computation is based on the use of GPA1 and GPA2.
5. APPLICABLE GROUPS:
AEGIS
BAND (non-academic activities)
CHEERLEADERS
CHORUS (non-academic activities)
CLASS GOVERNMENT
CLASS PRODUCTIONS
C.O.P.E.
DEBATE TEAM
DRAMA CLUB
ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB
FRENCH CLUB
FUTURE TEACHERS OF AMERICA
JAZZ BAND
KEY CLUB
LATIN CLUB
LITERARY MAGAZINE
MATH CLUB / MATH TEAM
MOCK TRIAL
MODEL CONGRESS
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
S.A.C. (Mass. Dept. of Education)
S.A.C. (E.L. School Committee)
SCHOOLS MATCH WITS
SCIENCE TEAM
SPANISH CLUB
SPARTAN SPECTATOR
SPARTANUM SPECTACULUM
STUDENT COUNCIL
NOTES:
1. Individual groups may have an "eligibility code" which may differ from the School Code;
however, the stronger language always prevails.
2. PARTICIPATION is defined as any membership, attendance, or involvement in ANY of
the group meetings and/or functions.
3. STUDENT CLUB FEE - students who participate in clubs may be required to pay a
user fee.
4. ELIGIBILITY is established on the day report cards are issued to the student body.
5. Students serving external suspension are not allowed to come on school grounds or into the high school during the school day without the prior approval of an administrator; cannot attend extracurricular activities (sports, clubs, etc.); and cannot participate in extracurricular activities.
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
"As Schools Match Wits"
The "As Schools Match Wits" team is comprised of four (4) team members and one (1) alternate. Members are selected from candidates from all four (4) classes. Prior to the selection of the team, required weekly practices are scheduled in which students compete in practice matches. The East Longmeadow student team appears on the "As Schools Match Wits" television program (WWLP, Channel 22).
Cheerleaders
A maximum of no more than sixteen (16) Varsity Cheerleaders will be selected in the Spring for all incoming 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. The squad will be selected by an independent selection process and they are judged and selected on the basis of their coordination, enthusiasm, timing, personality, technique and attitude. At the discretion of the coach, a winter selection process may be held.
Close-Up
"Project Close-Up" is a program of concentrated, "hands-on" study of the way our government operates. Students spend a week in Washington, DC, with students from other parts of the United States. The program is open to anyone interested in attending. In the past, East Longmeadow High School has received generous support from community organizations to help defray the cost.
C.O.P.E.
(Council of Peer Educators)
Peer Education Club. The ideal peer educator is a guide, an older student who is a reassuring role model for students who often feel unsure in making decisions about alcohol and drugs. The use of peer educators is based on the belief that some people better relate to each other than with adults who may not be as comfortable in discussing these issues. The essential part of being a peer educator is being able to be an effective communicator and leader. Your task is to interact with the community, educating the dangers of destructive behavior.
Debate Team
Organized in 1964, the Debate Team has a history of active participation in many debates with schools in the area. Debaters compete in the Connecticut Valley Debate League, which involves 12 to 15 area schools. Debates are in the cross-examination format and based on the National Forensic League's high school debate topic, which usually involves governmental policy. Past debate topics have included U.S. foreign policy toward Russia and the federal government's role in education. Although the season runs from January to March, preparation begins in September or October. Students interested in debate must possess a strong desire to conduct extensive research on the debate topic and to speak assertively in public.
Drama Club
The Drama Club rehearses after school and is open to all interested students. Young people gain
confidence as they take on the responsibilities of meeting deadlines for advertising, promotion, ticket sales, program printing, and of course, performances. The camaraderie of a group of individuals combining to produce a live theatre event is immensely enjoyable and builds wonderful memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
Environmental Action Club
The Environmental Action Club focuses on environmental issues on a local, state and national level. Awareness of environmental issues and the importance of maintaining biodiversity are among the many topics addressed by this club. Club members raise money to support the efforts of conservation organizations, conduct field work, and volunteer their time and talents to a variety of local projects. The E.A.C. is for those people who are inspired to change the way we look at the environment. We are a highly energized group trying to make a difference.
French Club
The French Club is open to all French students. The club seeks to enhance students' cultural awareness of Francophone countries through in-school activities and field trips. Elected officers lead the club under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
Key Club
The East Longmeadow Key Club is an international organization affiliated with the Springfield Kiwanis Club. Its purpose is to serve the school and the community through projects such as fund-raising, volunteer work and assistance in school-related activities. Besides being a positive learning experience, membership can be a valuable inclusion on a student's transcript.
Latin Club
The Latin club is open to all students of Latin – past and present. Membership in this activity allows one the opportunity to explore more fully areas of Greco-Roman culture introduced in class. Those interested in attending the annual Pioneer Valley Classics Association’s Classics Day may work at learning trivia, designing catapults and costumes, and reciting Latin passages. It is hoped that periodic trips to Italy will be offered as well.
Literary Magazine
The Literary Magazine is published by a staff of students who solicit student work, review submissions for overall merit, wordprocess, develop the magazine's layout, and assist in its physical production. Contributions come from art classes, writing classes, other classroom assignments and personal writing and art work. The magazine contains short stories, poems and essays, as well as illustrations from original photography, sketches, and paintings. All students are invited to join the staff of the magazine.
Math Team
East Longmeadow High School is a member of the Western Mass. Math League. The team members, chosen by the math team advisor, compete with other area schools five times during the school year. At each meet, the students take a test for the purpose of achieving high individual and team scores. At the end of the year the top three schools in the league advance to the Massachusetts State Competition.
Mock Trial
Mock Trial places students in a simulated courtroom situation where they must assume the roles of lawyers and witnesses in a hypothetical case. Students learn about applicable case law as well as essential thinking and public speaking skills. Regional competition begins in January. However, student may choose to start working on their case as soon as the materials are released (in December). Winning teams proceed to the state and national championships.
Model Congress
Model Congress is open to all students who wish to further their knowledge of governmental procedures. Each year the club attends the 2 1/2 day Model Congress at American International College during which legislation is proposed and debated by over 20 high schools.
Music
Chamber Music Society: The East Longmeadow High School Chamber Music Society is comprised of small groups that perform a wide variety of Chamber Music. These groups include Brass Ensemble, Woodwind Choir and Percussion Ensemble as well as trios, quartets and quintets. Chamber groups rehearse during group lessons and perform at the annual “Chamber Music and Jazz Recital” as well as at school and community events throughout the year. Students take a leadership role in rehearsing and performing chamber music with an emphasis on high quality ensemble playing and musicianship. The performance of student compositions is encouraged.
Jazz: Music students at East Longmeadow High School are eligible to audition for the jazz program. There are two jazz bands at East Longmeadow High School that play a challenging repertoire of music in a variety of styles including swing, be-bop, funk, rock and fusion. Students in the jazz program are encouraged to experiment with improvisation and develop both solo and ensemble performing skills. Auditions for jazz take place in September.
Men’s Chorus: Chorus members work to develop a healthy singing style and good musicianship while learning pieces in a variety of styles. Any student with an interest in singing is welcome to join. The men’s chorus performs in three concerts each year.
Women’s Chorus: Chorus members work to develop a healthy singing style and good musicianship while learning pieces in a variety of styles from baroque to Broadway. Any student with an interest in singing is welcome to join. Members of the concert chorus are encouraged to participate in either treble or tenor-bass chorus as well. The women’s chorus performs in three concerts each year.
National Honor Society
The East Longmeadow High School National Honor Society was reorganized in 1982. Membership is based on outstanding achievement in scholarship, character, leadership, and service. Scholarship requirement is based on a student's cumulative weighted grade point average. The grade point average is 4.20 in GPA 2. Students may apply for admission at designated times during the school year. Meetings are held once a month. Activities include tutoring, Rays of Hope Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness, Habitat for Humanity, and many other community projects.
Science Team
The East Longmeadow High School Science Team is a member of the Western Massachusetts Science League. Involvement in this team offers students an opportunity to compete with regional school teams in all areas of science. Students work cooperatively to prepare for the three events which are held each meet. Projects in the past have included: designing a "pasta pillar" to test structural strength, orienteering, nature scavenger hunts at Northfield Mountain, and strobe photography to illustrate concepts in physics. There are 4-5 local meets each season as well as an opportunity to participate in the State Science Olympiad held each Spring.
Spanish Club
The Spanish Club is open to all students of Spanish - past and present. Membership in this activity offers one the opportunity to explore the cultural diversity of other cultures especially those of Spanish speaking countries.
Spartan Spectator
The school newspaper, Spartan Spectator, informs the student body of the many breaking news events on a regular basis. The activity includes interviewing, writing stories, doing research and keeping up with school, town, national and international news, and attending layouts and deadline meetings after school. Several issues will be published throughout the year. Writing must be at a high level since selection of staff is based on writing tryouts and teacher recommendations. Staff size is limited, however, and students of Journalism will receive first chance to be on staff.
Spartanum Spectaculum
Spartanum Spectaculum is a variety show open to all students and is one of the great traditions at East Longmeadow High School. The show is usually held second semester and runs for two nights. Auditions are held near the end of first semester for emcees, singers, dancers, musicians and comedians. Students who don't wish to perform but want to be a part of Spartanum are encouraged to join one of the technical crews (sound, lighting, stage, makeup) or box office staff (tickets, promotion, ushers). All students involved in the show must meet the East Longmeadow High School Eligibility requirements.
Tomorrow’s Teachers Club
The Tomorrow’s Teachers Club meets twice a month with members who share the desire to learn more about careers in education. Club activities include organizing, preparing and completing lesson plans to members, a job shadow with a teaching professional and an annual project, which is developed and orchestrated within East Longmeadow Public Schools. Some members participate directly in the education process by serving as interns to teachers in various classroom settings.
Yearbook
Aegis Yearbook, designed and published annually, features the seniors and includes various groups, clubs, sports and activities in the high school. Yearbook membership is open to all students. Selection of editors will be dependant upon individuals who display dependability, leadership, initiative, and industriousness. Selection is at the discretion of the advisor.
Young Politicians’ Club
The Young Politicians’ Club seeks to provide students with a forum, voice, and education on current events, political theory and process, the media’s involvement in politics, and other issues related to American civics. Students meet weekly to share viewpoints and information, discuss and debate issues, and run activities aimed at bringing information to the student body/community. The main goal of the club is to learn more about the political world and all its variances, and to encourage students to be informed and active in their civic rights/responsibilities.
STUDENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
to the
EAST LONGMEADOW SCHOOL COMMITTEE
This committee is composed of five (5) students selected in a special election held during the latter part of April each year. The term of office for this committee is on a yearly basis concurrent with that of the East Longmeadow School Committee. Any student who is a member of the 9th, 10th, or 11th grade at the time of the election is eligible to serve as a representative during the coming year.
The main purpose of this committee is to represent the interest of responsible students and to promote a mutual sense of respect and understanding between the student body and the School Committee. Members of this committee are automatically "ex-officio" members of the Student Council.
STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
to the
MASSACHUSETTS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
The Student Advisory Council to the State Board of Education is a body consisting of two (2) students from each high school throughout the Commonwealth elected by their fellow students. There are 11 regional councils across the State and through this system, one (1) delegate is elected to fill a position on the State Board of Education and has full voting privileges. This delegate represents students throughout Massachusetts.
Elections will be held in the high school for two (2) delegates by March 15 in accordance to State Law. Any registered student of the 9th, 10th, or 11th grade at the time of the election is eligible to run and serve the following year on the Council.
An S.A.C. delegate represents the concerns of East Longmeadow High School at regional meetings with delegates from other schools in the area. The delegates attend one (1) meeting a month. There are no salaries for S.A.C. delegates, nor are there any reimbursements for travel expenses. Both delegates automatically become "ex-officio" members of the Student Council.
S P O R T S
ATHLETIC TRAINING CODE
- Substance abuse
- M.I.A.A. Rule 52
- Expected student-athlete behavior / suspensions
- Attendance
- Eligibility
- Additional clarifications
PROPER CONDUCT
- M.I.A.A. Taunting Policy
SPORTS ACTIVITY CARDS
STUDENT SPORTS FEE
PARTICIPATION REGULATIONS
INFORMED CONSENT
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT OFFERINGS
- Fall
- Winter
- Spring
ATHLETIC TRAINING CODE
1. Violation(s) of the following will result in the listed action:
(a) Misuse of any legal drugs (i.e. over-the-counter and/or prescription).
(b) Possession and/or use of alcoholic beverages.
(c) Possession and/or use of illegal drugs.
(d) To use any tobacco product (commercial/legal) will result in the listed action:
FIRST OFFENSE: Suspension of participation in athletics and activities for a period of two (2) school weeks or two (2) athletic contests from the date of the violation, whichever encompasses the greater number of contests. In addition, the student athlete must attend a one (1) hour educational program regarding substance abuse administered by the athletic department.
SECOND OFFENSE: Suspension of participation in athletics and activities for a period of twenty-four (24) school weeks from the date of the violation. The suspension may be reduced to twelve (12) weeks provided the student completes twenty (20) hours of community service as approved by the athletic director and the coach.
THIRD OFFENSE: Permanent suspension of participation in athletics and activities.
2. M.I.A.A. Rule 52 Loyalty to the High School Team: A bona fide member of the
school team is a student who is regularly present for, and actively
participates in all team practices and competitions. Bona fide
members of a school team are precluded from missing a high school
practice or competition in order to practice or compete with an out-
of-school team. If a student-athlete violates this rule, he/she will be ineligible for tournament competition, and all tournament games he/she participates in must be forfeited. In addition, the student is ineligible for two (2) contests or two (2) weeks (whichever represents the greater penalty).
3. East Longmeadow High School team members will conduct themselves as ladies or gentlemen at all times both on and off the field. Suspension from school means suspension from the team for the duration of the school suspension.
4. If a student athlete is absent, attends less than the equivalent of two 84-minute blocks, or is tardy after 9:00 a.m. on the day of an event, he/she will not be eligible to practice, participate, or attend unless an administrator has cleared his/her absence. In addition, if this occurs on the Friday preceding a Saturday event, he/she will be ineligible to play, unless previously cleared. Any violation of this policy will result in a forfeit of the event.
5. ELIGIBILITY: A student is eligible for participation in athletics in any marking period provided he/she in the previous marking period (year for the Fall Season) has a cumulative average equivalent to or better than 2.0 (C). The computation is based on the use of GPA1 and GPA2.
NOTE:
1. A SCHOOL WEEK is defined as any week in which school is in session at least two (2)
full days.
2. PARENT SIGNATURE is required to verify knowledge of the East Longmeadow
High School Athletic Training Code.
3. Per MIAA policy, eligibility is established on the day report cards are issued for the
student body.
4. Students serving external suspension are not allowed to come on school grounds or into the high school during the school day without the prior approval of an administrator; cannot attend extracurricular activities (sports, clubs, etc.); and cannot participate in extracurricular activities.
RULES FOR PROPER CONDUCT AT ALL ATHLETIC CONTESTS
The teams and fans of the high school represent the Town of East Longmeadow as well as the school. In order to maintain the fine reputation the town and school system enjoy, it is essential that its representatives conduct themselves properly. The following is a list of the responsibilities for the fans in order to put East Longmeadow and the school system in the proper light with our hosts and guests:
1. Fans should be in proper reasonable dress at all contests.
2. Fans are to encourage their own team, but there should be no "booing" or taunting of opponents.
3. Our opponents will make good plays, and fans should show their appreciation for their
efforts.
4. Both at home or away - keep the stands clean. When you are away - be a proper guest. At
home - keep your own area clean.
5. Game officials are approved, active members of their respective sport boards. Officials are only human, and subject to error in judgment during contests. East Longmeadow High School fans are to refrain from "booing" or taunting officials." Therefore, no "booing" of their decisions.
6. All athletes and coaches are expected to conduct themselves favorably before, during and
after the contest.
Note: According to the M.I.A.A. taunting includes any actions or comments by coaches, players, or spectators which are intended to bait, anger, embarrass, ridicule, or demean others, whether or not the deeds or words are vulgar or racist. At all M.I.A.A. contest sites and tournament venues, appropriate management may give spectators one warning for taunting. Thereafter, spectators who taunt players, coaches, game officials, or other spectators will be ejected.
Our teams will need your support most when we are having "hard" times. Be a true fan and support us when we are behind as well as when we are winning.
ATHLETIC ACTIVITY CARDS
These cards are available at the beginning of the school year for the cost of $20 and this card permits a student to enter free all home athletic events. A separate winter sports card can be obtained for $10. This card may be used for a full year from the date received.
STUDENT ATHLETIC FEE
Students who participate in athletics will be required to pay a sport fee. The fee must be paid before the first contest. Refunds for sport fees will only be made if an athlete is injured/ill and is physically unable to participate for the remainder of the season.
PARTICIPATION REGULATION
Before participating in practice, all athletes must complete the following steps:
1. Pass a physical examination within one year.
2. Turn in a completed and signed Health History form. (Parents-Part A; Physicians-Part B, if needed.)
3. Turn in a properly signed permit card. (Parent's signature.)
4. Turn in a properly signed Athletics Training Code. (Student and Parent signature.)
It is the responsibility of the coach to insure that all of these requirements have been fulfilled, or they may be held liable.
INFORMED CONSENT
Any activity which requires movement of the body carries with it the possibility of personal injury. The competition and intensity associated with interscholastic sports makes this possibility for injury even greater. All athletes and parents should be aware that serious injury can occur at any time and at any level of high school competition. Once selected as a member of a team, student-athletes must turn in a completed and signed informed consent packet to the athletic trainer.
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT OFFERINGS
FALL OFFERINGS
BOYS: Cross Country (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
Football (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Soccer (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Golf (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
GIRLS: Cross Country (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
Field Hockey (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Soccer (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Volleyball (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
WINTER OFFERINGS
BOYS: Basketball (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Hockey (Varsity)
Skiing (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
Swimming (Varsity)
Wrestling (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
GIRLS: Basketball (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Skiing (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
Swimming (Varsity)
SPRING OFFERINGS
BOYS: Baseball (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Tennis (Varsity)
Track (Varsity)
Volleyball (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
Lacrosse, (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
GIRLS: Softball (Varsity, Junior Varsity, Freshman)
Tennis (Varsity)
Track (Varsity)
Lacrosse (Varsity, Junior Varsity)
SCHOOL SONGS
Spartan Cheer
You gotta have that E.L. Spirit
To put team on the top of the list;
You've gotta be a real go-getter, you bet;
If you want to get your team really set;
So don't forget your name is SPARTANS.
And SPARTANS lead in every test,
Flying their colors gray and scarlet
For the school that we love the BEST!
Alma Mater
Spartan colors hail to thee
Worn with pride to stay
Ever true to you we will be
Our scarlet and gray.
Praise for ever more thy name;
Wave our banners gay on high.
Always in our hearts you'll remain,
East Longmeadow High.
Refrain:
Alma Mater, Alma Mater
As the years go by,
Faithful we will ever be
East Longmeadow High.