International High School Student Handbook 2013-2014

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student handbook 2013-2014

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INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL -- LYCÉE INTERNATIONAL FRANCO-AMÉRICAIN 150 Oak Street, 151 Oak Street, and 66 Page Street San Francisco, CA 94102 Tel. 415-558-2080 Fax 415-558-2082 Attendance Line – 415-558-2089 Website: www.internationalsf.org Campus Hours: The 150 Oak Street building is open to students from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on days when school is in session. The 66 Page Street Arts Pavilion is open to students from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For safety and security reasons, students may not enter the campus without direct adult supervision before or after these hours unless attending a school event. Note: Between 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. students in the Arts Pavilion must be supervised or in a scheduled class or rehearsal or signed in at security.

Contact: Staff e-mail addresses : first name + last initial @frenchamericansf.org School directory and staff list are available on wesbsite--- www.internationalsf.org 2013-2014 STUDENT COUNCIL Officers President: Raphael Laude Vice President: De'Andre Wright Secretary: Melanie Fun Treasurer: Victor Low Community Events Coordinator (CEC): Gabe Landaverde and Caroline Doherty Advisor: Dr. Leslie D. Adams STUDENT COUNCIL CONSTITUTION -- PREAMBLE Above all else, we represent the voice of every student. We are not separated from the student body because we will always be students first and student council officers second. Because we share the same concerns, every member of Student Council will strive to help build a stronger and more cohesive community. In order to accomplish our goals, communication will be key. We encourage any student to voice his or her ideas and feedback in order for Student Council to help ensure an extraordinary high school experience for every student.

STUDENT MANIFESTO (created by students and Student Council in 2009) The International High School student body is committed to the following ideals:    

Be a supportive community which accepts diversity.

Respect each other’s property and look out for each other.

Become more aware of and responsible for the environment.

Be a true community whose members monitor and take ownership for their actions.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP Student Council Officers and Class Representatives are expected to model exemplary behavior and maintain academic and attendance standards stated in this handbook. If these standards are not maintained removal from office may result.

STUDENT GUIDE MISSION Guided by the principles of academic rigor and diversity, the French American International School and International High School offers programs of study in French and English to prepare its graduates for a world in which the ability to think critically and to communicate across cultures is of paramount importance.

Guidé par les principes de rigueur académique et de diversité, le Lycée International Franco-Américain propose des programmes en français et en anglais, pour assurer la réussite de ses diplômés dans un monde dans lequel la pensée critique et la communication interculturelle seront déterminantes.

PERSPECTIVE ON THE SCHOOL MISSION At International we aim to prepare our graduates for leadership roles in tomorrow’s world. A closely related challenge is to provide our students with groundwork for constructive and fulfilling lives.

Complexity and increasing interconnectedness will characterize the remainder of the 21st century. Crosscultural communication and internationalism are woven into the curriculum and the everyday life of the school. In providing our students with the knowledge and tools for a lifetime of learning we make the radical assumption that a predisposition toward life-long learning is the best preparation and modeling for students in a rapidly changing world. The challenging bilingual programs of the International Baccalaureate and the French Ministry of Education instill certain methodologies and work habits which may be more enduring than some of the content of individual subjects. They aim to nurture the enjoyment and satisfaction which emerge from effortful learning, higher-order thinking, mastery in writing and a love of reading. They also convey the ethical orientation of care for others and good citizenship. These habits are the recipe for success at college and beyond!

COMMITMENTS To deliver a rigorous, and vigorous, four-year college-preparatory program which culminates in graduation with a High School Diploma, and either the French Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

To enable our students to acquire the skills, self-confidence and self-discipline necessary to become life-long learners and responsible, ethical, discerning participants in an increasingly complex and interdependent world.

To foster a profound understanding, enjoyment, and respect for the diversity of the human experience.

To provide a balanced curriculum (which addresses both American, transcript-driven, and International, degree-driven, college entry requirements) combining academic studies with a rich variety of artistic, cultural and athletic opportunities.

To teach students how to learn and to develop their higher-level thinking and decision-making skills, both independently and in cooperation with others, recognizing that risk-taking and struggle are part of the experience.

To provide a system of counseling and pastoral care, so as to fully support students in all their endeavors.

To ensure a fair and rigorous system of student assessment and accountability, in which students can expect to have graded work returned within two weeks.

To promote opportunities for community service, student leadership and ethical discourse in order to instill a sense of citizenship.

To teach an appreciation of the interconnectedness of human knowledge, including the impact of new technologies, and the imperative to relate classroom experiences both to the local context in San Francisco Bay area and to greater environmental and global realities.

To support faculty and staff—encouraging and providing teamwork and leadership opportunities, systematic written appraisals and professional development—so that effective classroom teaching is given the highest priority and the school is able to recruit and retain excellent teachers.

To strive for continuous school improvement by keeping our French and International Track curricula, teaching methods, assessment strategies, and overall organizational structure under constant review in order to align ourselves with external reforms and to maintain the highest level of classroom effectiveness.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Each year approximately 80 – 95 students graduate from International High School. We intend for each graduate to have acquired: An international perspective and an appreciation for otherness; A high level of knowledge, understanding and achievement across a range of liberal arts disciplines math, science, literature, history, geography and the arts, acquired both inside and outside the classroom; Proficiency in one or more modern languages in addition to English; The ability to write clearly and concisely; Competence in critical analysis and interpretation of both literary and non-literary texts; Effective work habits characterized by personal initiative and responsibility, supported by skilled research and inquiry; Lifelong learning and critical thinking skills that have prepared the student for grappling with change and uncertainty; An ethical orientation toward citizenship and care for others in community life; CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS Our school is an international environment. It is entirely positive that students adapt to a variety of teaching styles and pedagogical approaches. Nevertheless, certain practices and viewpoints transcend cultural and individual differences. A respectful and effortful work environment is universally recognized as a pre-requisite for academic rigor and vigor. With this goal in sight, the following list of common agreements for classroom behavior is posted in all classrooms: Arrive on time; Always contribute; Be prepared for class; Observe politeness and collegiality; Respect the rights and dignity of all; Act with regard to safety and respect property; After class, ensure that the room is clean and tidy; Observe academic honesty and good scholarship; Avoid inappropriate language (including inappropriate body language); Respect assignment deadlines (late work impacts academic grades); Use technological tools such as laptops, calculators, etc. appropriately and responsibly; Keep personal stereos, I-pods, headphones, beepers, cell phones out of sight AND turned off at all times while inside the classroom. Any personal electronic device which is visible, causing a distraction, being used, and/or making noise during class may be confiscated by the teacher and brought to the Dean’s office where it will be kept until the end of the day. A second instance will result in the parents being called to come pick up the item.

A student who repeatedly disrupts the learning environment for the teacher and/or fellow students will first receive a warning from the teacher, then be sent to the Dean’s office, then be temporarily refused entry into class, then be required to meet with parents/teacher/administration as needed to discuss, address, and correct the problem. If the problem does not improve, consequences will escalate, up to and including probation, suspension, and eventually expulsion.

MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Our graduation exigencies far exceed the University of California’s “a to g” requirements. Also, it should be stressed that students engaged in our highly rigorous International Baccalaureate or French Baccalaureate program always exceed baseline state and national requirements for high school graduation.

Our graduates must have completed: 4 credit years of English; 4 credit years of French, a first language other than English, or a second language other than French; 3 credit years of history / social sciences, including one credit year of U.S. history or equivalent; 3 credit years of experimental science encompassing at least two different lab sciences; 4 credit years of math; 1 credit year of an art discipline; Demonstrate mastery of technology skills through successful completion of integrated technology curriculum in grades 9-12; 2 credit years of physical education/interscholastic athletics (see Athletics and P.E. section);

2 credit years in other academic domains such a third science, a third language, a social science, or a second art discipline; A minimum of 50 hours documented community service; Graduation from International also depends on satisfactory conduct and attendance.

INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS History / Social Studies = 3 years (including one credit year of US History)

CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS History / Social Science = 3 years

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA “a-g” REQUIREMENTS a. History / Social Science Two years required: One year of US History or one-half year of US History plus one-half year of Civics or American Government / One year of European or World History

English = 4 years

English = 3 years

b. English Four years required of preparatory English that include frequent and regular writing, and reading of classic and modern literature

Math = 4 years

Math = 2 years

c. Mathematics Three years required (4 years recommended) of college preparatory mathematics that include the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and threedimensional geometry

Experimental science = 3 years (encompassing at least two different lab sciences)

Science, including biology and physical sciences= 2 years

d. Laboratory Science Two years (3 years recommended) of laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in at least two of these three disciplines: biology, chemistry, and physics e. Languages other than English Two years of the same language required (3 years highly recommended)

Second language = 4 years World/Foreign Language = 1 year or

Art disciplines = 1 year

Visual and Performing Arts = 1 year Other academic domains such as a third science, a third language, a social science, a second art = 2 years

N/A

Physical Education/ Interscholastic Athletics = 2 years

Physical Education = 2 years

Community service = 50 hours minimum documented participation

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f. Visual and Performing Arts One year, including dance, drama/theater, music, and/or visual art from a single visual and performing arts discipline g. College Preparatory Electives In addition to section ‘f’ above, one year (2 semesters) of college preparatory electives is required, chosen from visual and performing arts, history, social science, English, advanced mathematics, laboratory science, and a language other than English

Graduation from International High School also depends on satisfactory conduct and attendance. Graduates are expected to complete the IB or French Bac program, including exams.

Service Learning and CAS at International High School www.internationalsf.org/servicelearning A Core Component of International’s Curriculum: Service learning is an integral and important part of student life at International High School. By extending the learning experience beyond the limits of the classroom we encourage our students to share their time, talents, and energies with others in the process of becoming active, committed, and compassionate members of their local, national, and international communities.

The 9th & 10th Grade Service Learning Requirement: All 9th and 10th graders at International are required to complete a minimum of 50 Service Learning hours over the two-year period beginning the summer before freshman year. These hours must be recorded in their Service Learning Books and verified by the signature of a supervising adult. When the students have completed an activity or series of activities, they are expected to write a reflection on their experience, which enables them to process and articulate what they have learned about themselves and others in the course of completing this important requirement.

The CAS (Creativity, Action, Service) Requirement for 11th & 12th Grade IB Students: IB students in grades 11 and 12 are required to complete a total of at least 150 CAS hours, including a minimum of approximately 50 hours in each area of CAS—Creativity, Action, and Service. In addition, each student is expected to engage in a long-term CAS Project incorporating at least two of the areas of CAS and involving teamwork. Over the course of their CAS experience, students are expected to demonstrate that they have fulfilled eight learning outcomes, i.e. "increased awareness of your strengths and areas for growth", "undertaken new challenges", "planned and initiated activities", "worked collaboratively with others", "shown perseverance and commitment", "engaged with issues of global importance", "considered ethical implications", and "developed new skills."

CAS activities and projects are recorded online, and at the end of each semester all completed hours are recorded on the semester report card. The final deadline for completing the CAS requirement is at the end of February in senior year. While 11th and 12th graders in the French Bac program are not required to do CAS or earn service learning hours, they are encouraged to do so—particularly if they are planning to apply to American colleges or universities.

The Role of the Service Learning & CAS Coordinator: The goal of the Service Learning and CAS Coordinator is to foster and support both Service Learning and CAS at International. I am available to meet with students in my office (Room 585) during breaks and after school to help them locate volunteer opportunities, discuss projects, and answer any questions they might have. In addition, I organize monthly CAT (Community-Service Action Team meetings and field trips and post flyers with information about student volunteer opportunities on the Community Service Bulletin Board.

Student Leadership in the Area of Service Learning: The Community Service Steering Committee, made up of 8 students from different grades, is responsible for encouraging and organizing student involvement in community service activities and projects. They are assisted by CAT (Community-Service Action Team) advisory representatives who make announcements in advisory, attend the monthly CAT meetings, and help with grassroots organizing and school-wide service projects.

Elizabeth Cleere, Community Service & CAS Coordinator email: elizabethc@frenchamericansf.org telephone: 415-558-2071

INTERNATIONAL GRADING POLICY The International Baccalaureate and all other classes in the International Track are graded out of 7.

French Baccalaureate classes and classes in the French Track are graded out of 20. Teachers writing report cards assign raw, unadjusted number grades. Letter grades appear only on transcripts after number grades from End-of-Semester reports have been “translated” from the IB or French grade by the Registrar according to a standard conversion adopted by schools around the world. (See following chart.)

Mid-semester progress reports are interim communications which never appear on transcripts or become part of the GPA calculation.

INTERNATIONAL GRADING EQUIVALENCY GRID (Transcript Grade, Grade Point Value (GPV), French Track Equivalent, IB Equivalent, Official IB Performance Descriptor followed by narrative comment relating to teacher intention and recognition of grade boundaries for transcripts.)

Grade GPV French IB IB Performance Descriptor A+ 4.25 15-20 7 Excellent An outstanding/excellent performance that is an increment above the expectations of a routine Grade A in the US system. An average of 16 out of 20 for all subjects after applying coefficients merits mention très bien [highest honors] for the French Baccalaureate.

A 4.00 13-14 6 Very Good/Très bien A solid Grade A performance in the US system producing a classic 4.00 GPA. An average of 14 out of 20 for all subjects after applying coefficients merits mention bien [high honors] for the French Baccalaureate.

B+ 3.50 12 5 Good/Bien Not quite a Grade A performance but commendable work that is a distinct increment above the basic college recommending level and the minimum passing requirement for either baccalaureate. An average of 12 out of 20 for all subjects after applying coefficients merits mention assez bien [honors] for the French Baccalaureate.

B 3.00 10-11 4 Satisfactory/Satisfaisant A college recommending performance representing solid grade work. This is an important benchmark.

For the IB, a Grade of 4 in all six subjects provides the 24 points necessary to pass the full Diploma.

Similarly, an average of 10 out of 20 for all subjects after applying coefficients represents the passing standard for the Brevet and the French Baccalaureate.

C 2.00 7-9 3 Mediocre/Mediocre Although this level of performance merits passing the course, a Grade C is not college recommending.

D 1.00 4-6 2 Poor/Faible The absolute bare minimum performance that permits passing the course for graduation. This very low level of achievement merits only the lowest numerical value on the GPA scale. A single grade D on a transcript effectively eliminates a student from the University of California admission process.

F 0.00 0-3 1 Very poor/Très faible Outright failure. The performance is extremely weak and/or there was prolonged absence and/or there was a lack of meaningful data for assessment. For the IB, 1 out of 7 is the minimum grade. It is awarded for mere inscription in the course. In the French system a zero grade is the minimum.

Three or more grades of D and/or F and/or Incomplete in the following subjects may result in academic probation and/or non-promotion to the next grade level: English, Math, History, Science, and Modern Languages.

GPA Calculation To calculate a grade point average course grades are converted to grade points and then averaged. This is a mathematical formula which is applied in the same way in schools around the world in order to standardize the procedure. At International, numeric grades in either the French (1-20) or the IB (1-7) scales are converted to letter grades (A-F) which in turn correspond to grade points: A+ = 4.25, A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0 as noted on the grading scale. P.E. grades and Extended Essay grades (spring of grade 11) are not included in GPA calculations on transcripts sent to colleges, nor for calculating highest GPA th for class valedictorian at the end of 12 grade.

PRINCIPAL’S HONORS LIST

The Principal’s Honors List is published twice a year based on of End-of-Semester Report Card data.

Unlike transcripts, the calculation of the GPA for the Principal’s Honors List does include the PE grade and Extended Essay grade (spring of grade 11) Students appearing on the Honors List must ALSO have a good attendance and behavioral record for the grading period. The GPA requirements are 3.93 for freshmen and sophomores and 3.85 for IB Diploma and French Baccalaureate students. The updated Principal’s Honors List is framed and placed next to the Trophy Case in the 5th floor elevator lobby until the next reporting session.

FAILING A CLASS / REMEDIATING A GRADE OF D or F / GRADE CHANGES A close reading of our Grading Equivalency Grid reveals that it is quite difficult to actually fail a class.

Only students who do very little work or who are absent for long periods without making up work will receive a Grade F and no credit. The Grade D is not, strictly speaking, “ failing,” but represents extreme cause for concern. The minimal grade point rating of 1.0 will effectively sabotage a student’s overall GPA. Furthermore, a single D grade on a transcript will eliminate a student from the University of California and the California State University application process.

Any grade on an end-of-semester report card reflecting a D grade performance or below will be accompanied by a letter from the Dean, explaining the implications for the college application process and the possibility of taking a summer class or on-line class which could improve the grade up to a C. If a summer class or online class is taken, 1) the course must be taken at an accredited institution and approved by our registrar before the student enrolls; 2) the grade awarded by the summer institution can improve the D or F grade semester grade received at our school up to a C; 3) the transcript from the external institution must be sent to our registrar and will be attached to the final transcript from International.

Three or more grades of D and/or F and/or Incomplete in the following subjects may result in academic probation and/or non-promotion to the next grade level: English, Math, History, Science, and Modern Languages.

In accordance with UC rules, no grade of C or better may be raised by re-taking a class from an outside institution to improve one’s GPA. Any grade changes or summer work must be completed by one calendar year after the last day of the relevant grading period.

If a grade change occurs, the report card is adjusted, reprinted, and sent to the family. Another copy is filed with the Registrar.

INCOMPLETES In exceptional cases (documented illness, an unusual family exigency, personal crisis) a teacher, in consultation with the administration, may determine that a student receive a grade of “Incomplete” as an alternative to failing a class. There are two options to remediate an incomplete. 1 -- A contract between the teacher and student, in consultation with the administration, is made, outlining specific make-up work that must be completed by a certain date. 2 -- An equivalent, pre-approved summer course or online course may be taken. The grade awarded by the outside institution would replace the Incomplete on the transcript. An official transcript from the external institution must be sent to our registrar and will be attached to the final transcript from International. A grade of Incomplete must be remediated in order for a student to receive credit for the course toward our graduation requirements and in order for the course to be included in GPA and Honor Roll calculations.

Three or more grades of D and/or F and/or Incomplete in the following subjects may result in academic probation and/or non-promotion to the next grade level: English, Math, History, Science, and Modern Languages.

FINAL EXAMS and MOCK/BLANC EXAMS Final exams are administered to all students at the end of each semester. To prepare for the IB in 12th th grade, French Bac in 12th grade, French Bac in certain subjects in 11 grade, and Brevet in 9th grade, special “mock” or “blanc” exam sessions are held – sometimes on a Saturday or during a vacation. For

12th grade students the sessions take place at the discretion of individual subject teachers. Generally the session is a truncated version of the real exam emphasizing content-driven subjects. This exam may count for up to 30% of semester grade, not unlike a final exam.

A medical excuse is required after 3 days’ absence or if a student absence occurs during internal final exams, mock exams, or official IB or French Bac/Brevet exams. The medical excuse is to be given to the Dean or the Program Coordinator.

STUDENT LIFE -- A COMMUNITY BUILDING APPROACH An International High School education emphasizes higher order thinking and independent decisionmaking. A formulaic, punishment approach to student discipline fails to model the critical thinking announced in the mission and is counterproductive in terms of creating a positive school culture. The only way that more than 300 students and approximately 60 educators, staff, and other significant adults can learn and work together optimally is in genuine community. There are multiple societal forces working against each student reaching his/her full potential; if we are to be an oasis of excellence that is compelling for both students and faculty, a culture of respect for intellectual endeavor and accountability with a human face is our best defense. Genuine community, on this scale, will not happen by itself. It must be structured deliberately. We must increase the level of politeness and mutual respect in the school. We must establish a culture of collegiality. A genuine community has structure, shared history and common behavioral norms. Setting appropriate and consistent limits which are enforced with compassion is the context for our code of conduct. When deciding upon consequences for inappropriate behaviors the notion of learning something from the situation is paramount. This approach echoes and, precisely, models critical thinking. Student rules have been simplified and reduced to some essential truths and some health and safety issues. The consequences for infractions were originally written in conjunction with Student Council to ensure the students have a voice.

ACCOUNTABILITY The education described in our mission statement can only be provided within the framework of a safe and genuinely responsible community. Our emphasis is on constructing a climate of mutual trust and respect between students, faculty, parents and support staff. A categorical “respect yourself and others” is our leitmotiv. Our expectations for student behavior apply in and around the Oak Street and Page Street buildings, in the Hayes Valley neighborhood, and whenever students represent the school on field trips, off-campus sports activities, dances, retreats, or exchange trips. Our common agreements for student behavior, health and safety procedures, and consequences for non-compliance arise from the fundamental principles below: Obey national and state law.

Act with regard for the safety of persons and property.

Conduct oneself as a responsible member of an academic community.

Respect the rights, dignity and differences of every other person.

Exhibit honesty and integrity at all times.

CONCERN FOR OTHERS If you are concerned about a friend’s health, well-being or safety, please speak to the school counselor or another trusted adult immediately.

CAUSES FOR CONCERN AND POSSIBLE ACTIONS/RESOLUTIONS ________________________________________________________________ Late work -- No A or A+ grade possible, grade reduced due to lateness Missing work – sanctions range from grade reduction from classroom teacher, Referral to Dean, implementing a Daily Monitoring form, to meeting with parents and Academic Probation.

Cutting class -- Restriction of off-campus privileges. If it is a chronic problem academic probation would occur.

Less than 85% attendance -- Incomplete or F on semester report card and transcript.

Self-destructive behaviors -- Counseling support and/or meeting with parent/guardian as appropriate.

At-risk behaviors affecting the school community - Counseling support and/or meeting with parent/guardian. Expulsion is a last resort.

Conflict with teacher, staff member or a fellow student -- Conflict resolution combined with individual/ community reparation. Suspension, and/or expulsion possible depending on the severity of the incident.

Destruction of school property – Loss of privilege, paying for damages, suspension, and/or expulsion are possible depending on the severity of the incident.

Violence toward others – Conflict resolution, counseling if appropriate, at least one day’s suspension for fighting. Expulsion is possible depending on severity of the incident.

In the above or any other instance of disruptive, dangerous, or inappropriate behavior, damage to school property, theft, or other unacceptable or unsafe actions, disciplinary consequences may include: verbal warning, written warning, written warning included in permanent record, exclusion from class, referral to Dean/Principal/Assistant Principal, meeting with parent/guardian, probation with behavioral contract, on or off-campus suspension, community reparations, suspension of off-campus privileges, expulsion, referral to police, and/or other action deemed appropriate by the Administration.

DISCIPLINARY COUNCIL The Dean, Assistant Principal, and/or Advisors implement routine consequences for behavioral infractions; the Principal becomes involved in more serious issues. For an issue potentially resulting in expulsion from the school, or to appeal a decision, a Disciplinary Council may be convened at the request of the student involved, or by the principal.

A Disciplinary Council may consist of the Principal, the Dean, Advisor and/or or other teacher, and/or two student advocates (one a chosen member of Student Council, the other handpicked by the student). The Head of School may also be present. The task is twofold: first, to establish the objective facts of the circumstances and second, to apply a fair and just consequence. The good of the whole community as well as the well being of the individual concerned are weighed. The council recommends a consequence but the final decision rests with the Head of School, in consultation with the Principal.

GRIEVANCES AND PROBLEM SOLVING Students who have a specific academic concern, peer or teacher conflict or other community problem or grievance should first talk directly to the teacher or individual concerned. If the direct approach fails or is not possible, soliciting support from an Advisor, the Counselor, Dean, or a trusted teacher would be the next step. A third level of support would be talking with the Program Coordinator, Assistant Principal, or the Principal.

ATTENDING CLASSES International High School remains committed to our core academic program while simultaneously supporting extra-curricular and educational activities, exchange trips, and college visits. All are considered to be part of the mission of the school and each has unique sets of standards, requirements and expectations that are necessary to achieve excellence. Excellence is also achieved through each student fulfilling his or her commitment to participate in the chosen school-sponsored activity while remaining responsible for making up work in a class missed because of it.

All parties involved must work to remain flexible to accommodate a student in extraordinary circumstances or when a student has the opportunity to pursue special opportunities. All parties involved should strive to create reasonable expectations and calendaring commitments to prevent conflicts. The primary responsibility rests with the student to notify all parties affected by the absence and to sort out conflicts in order to balance the commitment to the school-sponsored activity or program with exceptional circumstances or special opportunities. All conflicts between students and organizers of schoolsponsored activities and events will be resolved on a case-by-case basis by the Principal, Assistant Principal and/or Dean, Teachers, Coaches, Athletic Director and/or Advisors as appropriate.

With respect to college visits in particular, we understand and even expect that college visits may occur during a student’s junior or senior year. These are not school-sponsored activities; thus, they should be scheduled during break times. However, special circumstances may arise requiring a visit during school days/events. Again, all conflicts between students and organizers of school-sponsored activities with respect to college visits will be resolved on a case-by-case basis and any missed work must be made up by the student.

Any planned absences of more than two days require a formal communication from parents requesting approval from the Principal. If approval is given, the Dean communicates the circumstances to teachers.

Punctuality Students who arrive after the school day begins at 8:10 a.m. must sign in when they arrive, before going to class. Punctuality is an expectation for all International students. Tardiness to class (i.e. arriving after the all other students are seated and the teacher has begun class) is disruptive to the classroom learning environment and shows disrespect toward the teacher and toward fellow students. If the student is late for a valid reason, the parent or guardian should contact the Dean or send the student in late with a note.

Excessive unexcused tardiness will result in the following consequences to be determined by the teacher and/or advisor and the Dean.

3 tardies in a quarter = warning; parent/guardian will be contacted by the advisor or Dean.

6 tardies in a quarter = loss of off-campus privileges; parents will be notified.

Further unexcused tardies after this point may lead to one or more of the following: teacher refusing student entry into class (student is sent to Dean, phone call home) teacher taking points away from participation grade a written warning which could lead to academic probation if the problem persists meeting with parents/guardian to address the issue If a teacher is more than 5 minutes late, a student from the class must inform the high school office.

Students are not allowed to leave on their own accord if a teacher is unavoidably detained.

Absences In addition to punctuality, regular attendance is a requirement for International students. It is also required

by California law (see “Unexcused Absences section below). It is also worth noting that we are required to report attendance information on college recommendations.

If a student is absent (or will be late) a parent or guardian must call or email the Dean by 9:00 a.m. (5582089 or erinw@frenchamericansf.org) A medical excuse is required after 3 days’ absence or if a student absence occurs during internal final exams, mock exams, or official IB or French Bac/Brevet exams. The medical excuse is to be given to the Dean or the Program Coordinator.

If a teacher is absent, a substitute teacher is provided for all classes except in 12th grade and, in rare instances, 11th grade. Attendance is required when there is a substitute teacher; not attending class when there is a substitute is counted as a class cut.

It has been our experience that more than five absences in an 18-week semester will result in reduced academic performance. Students absent more than 15% of class sessions in an eighteen-week semester may fail the subject or receive an incomplete on their report cards. (For classes that meet 2 hours per week, this would be 6 absences in a semester. For classes that meet 3 hours per week, this would be 8 absences. For classes that meet 4 hours per week, this would be 11 absences. For classes that meet 5 hours per week, this would be 14 absences.)

While there is no substitute for in-class learning, if a student is absent for a valid reason, if there is regular communication between home and school including relevant documentation from a medical doctor, for example, and if the student is diligent about keeping up on assignments, it may be possible to avoid an incomplete or failing grade due to excessive absences. Insufficient attendance may result in nonpromotion to the next grade level. Please note absences are counted by period so missing a double period counts as two absences.

Planned absences require a formal communication from parents requesting approval from the Principal. If approval is given, the Dean communicates the circumstances to teachers. Our academic calendar includes ample vacation time. We request that parents/guardians make every possible effort to avoid taking additional time away from school for vacation.

For safety, security and accountability, a student who needs to leave school before the end of the day for any reason must receive permission from the Dean or other administrator AND that administrator must receive permission from a parent before the student may leave campus. A student who leaves campus without following this procedure will lose off-campus privileges.

Unexcused Absences Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. If it is verified that a class has been cut, the consequences will be determined by the teacher and the Dean and can include one or more of the following: communication and/or a meeting with parent/guardian; a zero for the day in participation in the class missed; not being able to make up the work/test missed the day the class was cut; suspension of off-campus privileges. Consequences will increase if a student continually cuts class: meeting with parents, academic probation with behavior contract would be the progression.

Please be reminded that California law requires that students between the ages of 6 and 18 are required to attend school or classes full–time. (Ed. C 482000). By law, those who are absent without a valid excuse for three or more days during the school year, or who are tardy more than 30 minutes without a valid excuse on three occasions in a school year, are truants. (Ed. C. 48260). It is also worth noting that we are required to report attendance information on college recommendations.

ACADEMIC HONESTY As a student at International, honesty in academic endeavors is essential and the basis for true success; honest behavior is the expectation of the school and the responsibility of each student.

While we under no certain terms encourage, condone, or accept work that is not from a student’s own hand, or properly cited in appropriate cases, we understand that students today are under incredible pressure to achieve high marks. The faculty and administration at International pledge to do our part to encourage students to strive for personal integrity, to be curious, to think critically and sensitively, and to trust their own voice. These efforts, we hope, will curb the urge on the part of our students to look elsewhere for answers when the best that they have to offer is within themselves. That being said, The faculty will not tolerate any form of academic dishonesty or attempt at dishonesty, including: (1) plagiarism; (2) collusion; or (3) cheating.

Depending on the severity of the incident we may be obligated to include instances of academic dishonesty in reports to colleges; colleges routinely ask us to report this kind of information when making recommendations.

Plagiarism is the act of using another’s words or ideas without proper citation. Examples of plagiarism include, but are not limited to: using another writer’s words without proper citation (use of quotation marks and a footnote); using another writer’s ideas without proper citation or other means, where information can be found; citing a source, but reproducing the exact words of a printed source without quotation marks; borrowing the structure of another author’s phrases or sentences without crediting the author from whom it came; borrowing all or part of another student’s paper or using someone else’s outline to write your own paper; borrowing a computer code from another student and presenting it as your own in technology class.

Collusion is collective work but presented as one’s own. Example: Using a paper writing service, tutor, or having a friend, parent or sibling write for you or edit your work without the prior approval of the teacher.

Cheating may involve: copying from someone’s paper during an exam; allowing another student to copy from your test paper, homework, or in-class assignment; using notes, programmed calculator, phone, or other electronic device in a test setting; altering an exam or re-grading;

obtaining an advance copy (electronic version or hard copy) of an examination; Consequences: If an act of academic dishonesty or an attempt at academic dishonesty is determined to have occurred, one or more of the following sanctions will be imposed: A zero for the exam/assignment; Placement on academic probation with a contract; Reduction of a course grade; Failure of the course with the inability to withdraw; Suspension of off-campus privileges; Suspension from extra-curricular activities; Suspension or expulsion; Other action deemed appropriate by the faculty member and administration Examples include, but are not limited to, requiring the student to re-take the exam, re-do an assignment, or complete an assigned exercise. The decision of the faculty member will be reached in consultation with the Dean, Head of Department, Assistant Principal, Program Coordinator and/or Principal.

The incident may result in an official disciplinary record for the student; colleges may be informed depending on the severity of the incident(s).

TUTORING GUIDELINES From time to time a student may need a tutor for academic support. This mechanism should only be invoked after all other available support systems have been tried (office hours, student to teacher dialogue, learning support intervention if appropriate, a clear effort from student to try, evidence of practice, etc.) When tutoring seems absolutely necessary, the overriding objective is to help the student achieve a certain level of skill and/or acquire better understanding of concepts in a subject area, not simply a tool to get homework done more quickly. Any outside support should be in this spirit, focusing on the student doing the work with the appropriate level of coaching. At no time should a tutor, outside coach or parent do any of the student's work.

Communication between the tutor/outside helper, the teacher, the student and the family is essential. As each subject and each tutoring situation calls for specific requirements, clear expectations for all parties are of paramount importance.

YOUR SUPPORT NETWORK WELLNESS International High School desires to actively seek, develop, and support a safe environment that nurtures wellness through a balance of mind, body and spirit for all members of its community. As a young adult your support network usually begins with friends and parents, and often extends to include teachers and coaches and a few trusted adults. At International we often partner with families, coaches, teachers, and sometimes friends to support students when all goes well … and when there is a bump in the road causing concern about a student’s well-being and/or academics. The high school administration – Principal, Assistant Principal, High School Assistant, and IB and French Studies Coordinators, are available to students for academic questions, of course, but for a multitude of other student questions as well. Here are some other helpful adults at school: HEALTH Visits to the Health Aide The circumstances and duration of all visits to the Health Aide are logged. Students visiting the Health Aide during class time must bring a pass from health aide to the Dean -- or to the teacher if the class is still in session. If a student is so unwell as to need to leave school, parent/guardian must give permission and the Dean must be informed before the student leaves campus.

Illness and Medicines Students who are sick should not come to school. Trying to do academic work while sick is usually counterproductive in terms of learning and the risk of infection is unfair to others. Unless otherwise notified, we assume that a student who is well enough to come to school is well enough to participate in

all activities. For minor ailments, the Health Aide or the Dean will give a student an over-the-counter medication such as Tylenol and Ibuprofen, if parents/guardians have given written permission. Feminine products are also available. If a student requires prescription medication during the day, the parent/guardian should inform the administration and speak with the Health Aide who will keep an amount of the medication in the Health Center and dispense it to the student per physician’s instructions. The school gives students with diabetes or other conditions requiring self-monitoring and medication the fullest support. Individual needs should be discussed with Dean who will inform classroom teachers and or the Health Aide with the appropriate level of confidentiality.

Notwithstanding a dire emergency, safety reasons preclude the administering of self-injected medicines such as insulin in any public space on campus.

ADVISORS Advisors act primarily as academic guides and occasionally as life coaches -- the kind of significant adults who offer constructive criticism, act as role models, and offer a sympathetic ear. They help guide students’ development in responsibility, independence, and self-esteem. They congratulate good performances and reinforce feedback from subject teachers who have expressed concerns. By informing students of events and opportunities for involvement during advisory, they encourage students to take an active role in the life of the school, so that the academic, creative, political and social potential of each individual is realized as far as possible. Advisors are the first line of communication for any grievances or concerns of students or families and help link their advisees with the best person to help when there is a concern – be it program coordinator, counselor, learning specialist, etc. Advisory meets for daily check in on Tuesday through Friday and a full period on Mondays during which there are a variety of activities including class meetings, outside speakers, report card review, and school-wide assemblies.

DEAN OF STUDENTS In collaboration with the Principal, Assistant Principal, Counselor, Learning Specialist, Advisors, College Counselors, teachers and parents, the Dean monitors students’ behavior, well-being, and academic progress. The Dean is caring, but also sets clear and consistent limits, encourages students to take responsibility for their actions and, where necessary, implements --on a case-by-case basis -- the necessary sanctions or consequences in collaboration with the administrative team, teachers, and advisors. The Dean models critical thinking in dealing with students and emphasizes what can be learned from infractions that range from genuine errors of judgment to extreme, self-destructive, and/or dangerous behaviors.

COUNSELOR Classroom teachers, Advisors, Dean, or parents may refer students to the Counselor. Students may also self-refer. Typically, issues involve academic struggles, emotional stress, family issues, and peer relations. Depending on the circumstances, the Counselor will meet with a student on a short-term basis, meet on a periodic basis throughout the school year, or refer the student to outside professionals. A student concerned about another student’s health, safety, or well-being should speak to the Counselor immediately. The High School Counselor also supervises the Peer Counseling Program.

PEER COUNSELORS Peer Counselors are students in their senior year of high school who have undergone a year of peer education training, under the supervision of the high school counselor, to prepare them to mentor their peers. The Peer Counselors varied responsibilities include working with our incoming 9th grade and new students in order to facilitate in their transition into our high school. Peer Counselors may also mentor interested Middle School students throughout the school year.

While the Monthly lunch time peer education training workshops are open to all high school students, those training to become Peer Counselors are required to attend. Examples of these workshops are: Sexual Harassment, Suicide Prevention, Alcoholics Anonymous, Marijuana Anonymous, Fruition Health (Healthy Eating), Stress Management, LGBT Center, Mindfulness, and Planned Parenthood.

Peer Counselors are expected to model exemplary behavior and maintain academic and attendance standards stated in this handbook. If these standards are not maintained removal from the program may result.

LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES The Learning Specialist is dedicated to helping students, teachers, and families deal with the learning process when it does not proceed as expected. Excellent organization and study skills are key to student success and these skills are taught directly in one-on-one sessions designed to reflect students' learning styles. Referrals to outside specialists can be provided, and consultations with students, faculty, administrators and families are also provided. Students/Parents must contact the Learning Specialist to request accommodations for outside tests, including the PSAT, SAT and ACT, at least 8 weeks prior to desired test date, and must have current documentation to justify the request. For accommodations for the IB or French Bac, parents/students should contact the program coordinator directly to start the process. Helping all students reach their full learning potential is the ultimate goal of the Learning Specialist at International High School.

COLLEGE COUNSELING OFFICE The college counselors work closely with each student and family to choose a reasonable range of potential colleges which fit the student’s academic profile, personality, learning style, and interests.

Support is offered throughout the phases of the college application and acceptance process and around PSAT and SAT tests. We pay particular attention to the fit between the student and the college and focus less on simply counseling students toward placement in a so-called “top-ten” list of schools. Each student th is assigned a college counselor in 11 grade who works with that student throughout the process.

TRANSCRIPTS – REGISTRAR’S OFFICE Transcript requests must be received in writing with one week’s notice. You may contact our registrar at 558-2081 or by email at kimberlyg@frenchamericansf.org. By law, we may not release a student’s records without first receiving a parent’s written request.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES: LEARNING OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Co-curricular learning opportunities at International are bountiful. (Arts, Athletics, Community Service, Student government, clubs, Junior State of America, yearbook and more.) Choose well, try not to overextend yourself, and remember that you are responsible any work missed due to your involvement in the many options available to you.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP Student Council Officers and Class Representatives are expected to model exemplary behavior and academic standards stated in this handbook. If these standards are not maintained, removal from office may result.

EXCHANGE PROGRAMS Each year, over half of our students participate in one of our linguistic or cultural trips/exchanges. The Program changes every year, but past destinations include France, India, Tanzania, Italy, Austria, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, Tahiti, Russia, Peru, Guatemala, Senegal, Costa Rica, Israel, Jordan, Germany, and China. Student applications for all trips are reviewed by the Director of Exchanges and key members of the faculty and administration; a student’s participation depends on satisfactory academic achievement, attendance, behavior, and potential benefit to be gained from the trip. School rules and consequences, in particular around smoking, drugs, and alcohol, do apply during a trip even if local customs may differ. The Director of Exchanges, in consultation with the chaperones, may also set specific rules, expectations, curfew limitations, etc. for each trip. Breaking any of these trip-specific rules or general school rules during an exchange trip will lead to disciplinary consequences both on the trip and upon return to campus, and may also jeopardize future participation in trips and / or other school activities. See the complete trip policy on www.internationalsf.org/travel Note that some varsity sports / theater commitments may be incompatible with participating in some trips.

If this is your case, you must contact the Athletic Director or the Head of the Arts Department before applying for trips. Failure to do so may result in your being pulled off the team/production.

Financial aid is available based on need – a request in writing can be made to the Director of Exchanges.

At the High School level, only students in 9th, 10th and 11th grade are eligible for trips/exchanges.

COMMUNITY SERVICE – See complete Community Service and CAS information in the graduation requirements section.

THE ARTS There is a range of opportunities for creating theater, music, film and the fine arts beyond the classroom.

These run the gamut from painting a mural to directing a one act play, from performing in a concert to making a short film. After school arts groups include: •

Voice - a close harmony vocal group

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String Orchestra - an orchestra for players with at least two years of experience

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Film Club - a group for film projects beyond the classroom

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Fine Arts Club - with lunchtime and weekend workshops with visiting artists

Every year, there is a winter art show and concert. During the May Arts Festival, work from both curricular and extracurricular work in all disciplines is showcased.

To participate in shows or concerts, students must maintain a satisfactory level of academic achievement and standards of behavior, except when participation is required for classwork.

ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION IN BACK-A-DOS Back à Dos, the after school performing arts program produces at least three full-length shows each year.

In addition to performing, you can participate in Back à Dos through helping with the set, costumes, lights, sound and publicity.

Being part of a Back-à-Dos production is a great way to participate in the school community, make new friends and grow artistically.

However, especially for performers, participation requires a serious commitment of time and energy, which intensifies around performance time. Participants need to be mindful of their academics and other commitments and plan accordingly.

1. We offer at least 3 different productions a year: The full length play The One Acts The Musical 2. Conditions for participating in Back-à-Dos a. You must be available for all the dates of production week and performances in order to take part in a show. b. We will not cast you in a show that overlaps with an overseas trip or sports commitment. c. Once you come to the “call back” for a particular project, you are agreeing that, if cast, you will accept any role in that production. d. All actors must also “crew” on another show, i.e. help out in a technical, back-stage or support capacity on another project. e. All Back à Dos cast members are expected to help with the “strike” of their show, which usually takes place right after the closing performance or the following day. f. All members must do an additional six hours of “tech time” during the year.

3. Eligibility Students who participate in any Back-à-Dos performance must maintain a satisfactory level of academic achievement, attendance, and standards of behavior in order to be eligible to perform.

4. Attendance In general, students who are too ill to attend class for the full day are expected to promptly inform both the director and stage manager and to refrain from coming to rehearsal. During production week and performances, this will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

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9 and 10 Grade: Students following the International Track AND the French Track are required to take two years of Physical Education, 2 periods per week.

- All Students in International and French Tracks may fulfill this requirement by completing the following: - Students in International Track •

IF STUDENTS DO NOT WISH TO PLAY on an International High School sports team, they must select the Designated P.E. Program. Students will be asked to choose one of the following three options listed on the table below. It consists of one double period of 1 hour 40 minutes per week throughout the academic year.

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IF STUDENTS WISH TO PLAY on an International High School sport team at any time st during the school year, they must select the P.E. Athletic Track for the 1 trimester. It consists th of two periods of 50 minutes per week of performance training classes. On Friday, the 18 of October, Students will be asked to decide if they want to stay in the P.E. Athletic Track or join nd rd the Designated P.E. Program for the 2 and 3 trimesters.

- All Students in French Track must register for the Designated P.E program. It consists of one double period of 1h40 minutes per week throughout the academic year.

IF FRENCH TRACK STUDENTS WISH TO PLAY on an International High School sport team at any time during the school year, they still must select the Designated P.E program.

However, these students will be dismissed only during the 1st trimester of Designated P.E program while playing on an International High School team(s) during the academic year, even if nd rd they play more than one season of sport. The 2 and 3 trimesters are mandatory.

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Students will choose their P.E. options during the first P.E. session of the year. Students will not be permitted to switch P.E. tracks in the middle of a trimester unless an exception is made by obtaining approval from the High School Principal, the Athletic Director and the Head of P.E. Department.

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EVALUATION FOR ALL GRADES : The Physical Education or the Interscholastic Athletics departments will be: • Grading their respective students using either the French or International notation based on documented departmental criteria which are: 1.

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Entering their grades on the electronic report cards in the designated subject area.

GUIDELINES FOR PE: • • •

Sign ups for PE activity choices for the academic year occur the first week of school.

All students in the French track and IB track must register for a PE class.

If a student quits an interscholastic athletic team during the season the consequence may result in a student receiving no PE credit for the trimester/season.

1 – Lock up your belongings

When you are in P.E. class and leave your belongings in the locker room, please do not leave any valuables (money, Ipod, phone, etc). Thefts have occurred. You are welcome to bring a lock if you want to lock your belongings in a locker while you are in class.

2 – Long term excuses Students who cannot participate in a Physical Education activity for a medical reason must bring a note from their doctor to the Physical Education Head of Department and/or their PE teacher. When a student cannot do an activity, the HOD may assign that student another activity offered during the semester, which he or she can participate in without restrictions. If a student cannot do any activity offered during the semester or quarter, he/she is not required to attend Physical Education classes for the duration of the medical note.

3 – Short term excuses ON CAMPUS CLASSES: If a student is at school but has a note excusing him/her from PE, he or she must bring the note to the Physical Education teacher at break or lunch time the day of the class. The teacher will decide if the student is to stay with the class and participate in other tasks (organization, refereeing, etc.) or go to the library. If the P.E. class takes place during the first period, the student may stay home, sign in when coming to school and bring a note to their PE teacher later that day.

OFF CAMPUS CLASSES: If a student has a note excusing him/her from PE, he/she must bring it to the Physical Education office in the gym at morning break or lunch time the day of the class. Students may go to the library if they cannot go to their off campus class or, if given parental permission, may go home if the PE class is at the end of the day. In all cases, students who are at school but not participating in PE are NOT ALLOWED TO LEAVE CAMPUS without parental permission.

Students going to the library must sign in and out with the librarians. Students need to bring the signed librarian’s note to the Physical Education Department office in the gym at the end of the period.

ALL UNDOCUMENTED ABSENCES will be considered as a class cut and students will be penalized in their P.E. grade and/or may face disciplinary sanctions.

ATHLETICS: Jaguar Athletics Center www.internationalsf.org/gojags JAGUAR ATHLETICS MISSION STATEMENT To Prepare, To Compete, To Inspire, To Achieve…

The mission of International High School’s Department of Athletics is to prepare student-athletes to compete to the best of their abilities and to inspire them to be global leaders now and for the future by providing the best environment to achieve their athletic, academic, and personal aspirations, all within the role of the greater institutional relationship to the School.

CORE VALUES The Jaguars’ commitment to athletic excellence is based upon five core values. These values define who we are and how we act. More importantly, they also reflect the values of the School we represent.

JAGUAR FAMILY. Jaguar Family members share a sense of pride and loyalty derived from their meaningful personal connections to the athletics program and the broader School.

INTEGRITY. Jaguar Family members demonstrate an unwavering commitment to doing what is right, even when no one is looking. They make decisions consistent with the mission and values of International Athletics and the School, and that are within CIF and conference rules.

ACHIEVEMENT. Jaguar Family members demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to excellence that is characterized by dedication, hard work, passion and team play.

WISDOM. Jaguar Family members regularly seek growth — intellectual, physical and spiritual. Selfreflection is intentional and valued in the learning process.

FUN! Jaguar Family members enjoy their involvement in Jaguar Athletics and gain a strong sense of satisfaction from their experience.

To learn more about the athletic department, Jaguar Performance Lab, sign up for a sport, access the student-athlete handbook, tryout dates, etc. please visit the Athletics Center www.internationalsf.org/gojags

General Questions: athletics@internationalsf.org or call

415.558.2056 .

JOIN A TEAM: Season Start Dates Fall Tryouts/First Day of Practice = Monday, August 19th Winter Tryouts/First Day of Practice = Monday, November 11th Spring Tryouts/First Day of Practice = Monday, February 10th To contact the: Athletic Director, Charlene Murphy, please e-mail charlenem@internationalsf.org Assistant Athletic Director, Ian Noh, please e-mail athletics@frenchamericansf.org Director of Operations, Sara Johnson, please e-mail athletics@internationalsf.org Stay Connected: Social Media sites: FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM ATHLETICS FB PAGE Conduct of Spectators Spectators, both students and adults, are an important and integral part of all athletic events. Spectators serve to validate the positive values learned through athletic experiences and to support the personal efforts and successes of individual athletes.

Occasionally, the excesses of spectator behavior can unnecessarily taint the activities at an athletic event. What follows is an effort to provide clarity about inappropriate behavior and about the consequences of such behavior.

To reduce the potential for conflict among spectator groups at athletic events, it is appropriate to sit on the team side or team seating area, if so designated. At athletic events, it is inappropriate for spectators to engage in violence, verbal abuse, vandalism, throwing objects, using obscenities or obscene gestures, possess or use of alcohol or tobacco, possess or use of illegal or controlled substances, and harass officials. Any of these inappropriate spectator behaviors, whether by students or adults, shall be cause for immediate removal from the event. A pattern of these behaviors shall result in being barred from future events.

CAMPUS REGULATIONS CAMPUS HOURS The 150 Oak Street building is open to students from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on regular school days only.

66 Page St. is open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Students will be denied entrance to the campus without

direct adult supervision outside these hours and on non-school days such as vacation or teacher inservice days. If students are attending after-hours events at school, they may arrive no more than 30 minutes before the event begins. The 66 Page Street Arts Pavilion is open to students from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For safety and security reasons, students may not enter the campus without direct adult supervision before or after these hours unless attending a school event. Note: Between 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. students in the Arts Pavilion must be supervised, or in a scheduled class or rehearsal, or signed in at security.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES Fire: Emergency alarm will sound, strobes will flash, and students will exit building in silence via the stairs.

Assembly point is on Oak Street where students line up according to marked grade zones, in advisory groups. Roll call is taken. Listen for the “All Clear” from the Fire Marshall indicating it is safe to calmly reenter the building in silence, via the stairs. A student on crutches or wheelchair should wait in the stair alcove accompanied by a staff member and will be given assistance to exit. Monthly fire drills occur unannounced; however, all emergency alarms should be treated as “true” emergencies until all have exited the building and it is known for certain whether it is a drill or an emergency and the all clear is given.

Earthquake: In case of an earthquake the command will be: DROP, DUCK and COVER; DROP and HOLD; or BRACE. Students take these positions under desks or furniture with their backs to windows or glass.

ONLY when the emergency signal sounds or when instructions are given by emergency loud speaker announcement or by a supervising teacher/staff member should anyone exit the building after an earthquake.

Shelter-in-place procedures: In the event of a hostile person in the main school building, it may be necessary for the school campus to institute a Shelter-In-Place (sometimes known as lockdown). This will require that all students are accounted for and under adult supervision. A Shelter-in-Place Alert will be made through the Public Address System. Any individual who identifies a hostile person (i.e., someone exhibiting hostile, threatening and/or aggressive behavior on campus) should call Security at 415-865-6048, x6048 or text to Security at 415-850-2239 to report the urgent situation. If imminent violence is feared, dial 911 from any phone and tell the 911 dispatcher that you are calling from a school, the location of the school, and give details about the hostile person on campus. If you feel that your life or someone else’s is in danger, dial 911 from any phone.

OPEN CAMPUS Current policy is to allow all students to leave the campus during the school day when they have lunch or study periods if they have received parental consent. We are very concerned about maintaining good relations in our immediate neighborhood. Students are expected to represent the school in an appropriate and respectful manner while out in the neighborhood (i.e. being polite to residents, not smoking on doorsteps or outside restaurants, not leaving trash) and enjoying the many restaurants and places of business. The open campus privilege may be lost if abused. With the exception of lunchtime, recess, free periods and pre-approved participation in sports events, a student may not leave campus during the school day without permission from the Dean, Assistant Principal or Principal. If a student has an appointment or becomes ill at school, the Dean must receive parental permission before the student may leave campus.

CARS, MOTORCYCLES, BICYCLES, SCOOTERS AND SKATEBOARDS Modes of transportation to and from school are entirely the choice of the students and families. The school offers no student parking facility and keeps no record of student car or motorcycle use.

Parents/guardians should discuss family expectations concerning driving or being a passenger in a car during the school day directly with their daughters and sons. Please note that parking is restricted to 10minutes on Oak Street during pick up and drop off times. These times are posted 7:00 -9:00 a.m. and 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Our liability insurance does not cover minors in their own (or any other) vehicles. The school van, with its special insurance and list of approved drivers, is an obvious exception. Students are not allowed to drive themselves to field trips or off-campus sports events. For reasons of safety and security bicycles must be securely locked on the bike rack, not the handrail or the disabled ramp outside the building. Skateboards and folding scooters must be placed in the rack outside (Oak Street Entrance). They may not be brought into any building, nor used on campus or outside the school entrance.

CLEAN CAMPUS Every member of the community is expected to play an active role in keeping the school clean and tidy.

Everyone should participate in the recycling and composting program by placing bottles, cans, paper and food waste trash in the appropriate receptacles. Graffiti has no place in a community that respects its environment and offers a wide range of alternative opportunities for creative expression. Students who vandalize school property with graffiti will be expected to pay for damage and repairs in addition to receiving disciplinary consequences.

HALLWAY ETIQUETTE Our halls are narrow and can be difficult to navigate, especially during passing periods. Students must be mindful about blocking the way – with their bodies or with their belongings – for classmates and teachers who are trying to pass. Excessively loud and/or vulgar language in the halls is objectionable to many community members. Respectful interactions with classmates and with teachers in the crowded halls help create a more peaceful environment for all.

COMMON AREAS For fire code reasons, the 5th floor lobby area must be kept clear of bags and backpacks. If there is not room inside the locker, large bags may be placed on top of the locker.

Unattended Items found on campus, including bags and backpacks, may be opened and examined by security personnel or a member of the administration to determine if they pose a security risk and to find the owner.

MPR5 + ROOF DECK + CORNER NICHES + ARTS PAVILION – These are community areas shared by all high school students. Respect the space and your fellow students by cleaning up after yourself, disposing of trash, recycling, or compost in the appropriate receptacle, and helping take care of these spaces.

No gambling – No poker or other gambling allowed in the MPR or anywhere else on campus.

Gym and Gym Yard - In general the gym and gym yards are to be used during P.E. or organized sports practice only. Use at other times is subject to adult supervision.

ELEVATORS High school students may not use the west wing elevators. This is due to strict California code regulations regarding the presence of Lower School students on the lower floors. (See below, off-limits areas.) Strict observation of this protocol helps maintain positive relations with the Chinese-American International th School. The area surrounding the 5 floor elevator entrance must be kept clear for faculty members using the elevator.

OFF-LIMITS AREAS Due to state licensing laws, high school students are not allowed in halls where there are Pre-K or K classrooms on the ground floor.

LOCKERS Students are expected to keep their lockers clean and secured with a lock. Opening and/or tampering with another student’s locker or possessions is regarded as a serious violation of privacy. Valuables should not be brought to school. Students who insist on bringing valuables to school, do so at their own risk. Thefts have occurred and the school will not be held responsible for lost or stolen items. Personal expression (stickers, photos, etc.) must be limited to INSIDE lockers. The outside must be left clear. No writing (pen, paint, etc.) inside or outside of lockers is allowed. The tops of lockers are not to be used for books, clothing, food items, etc. – only oversized items too large to fit inside. Lockers may be searched by security or a member of the administration if there is reasonable cause.

STUDENT PUBLICATIONS / POSTERS In order to maintain good communication, announcements, posters and publications should be approved in the high school office before posting. Following the event, the posters must be removed by the group who posted them. Bulletin Boards are assigned and locations for posters are limited; these areas are managed by the Director of Student Activities. Excessive use of paper / photocopy machines for posters and publicity is highly discouraged.

VISITORS / ALUMNI Students who wish to bring a visitor on campus must ask for permission from the Dean at least 48 hours in advance of the visit. Classroom visits require more notice as a temporary enrollment form must be filled out and approval must be given by the principal and by all teachers whose classes are being visited in order for the visit to be approved. There is a $40.00 per day temporary enrollment fee. All visiting students – including alumni -- must check in and obtain a pass from the security desk. This pass must be worn at all times while the visitor is on campus.

GUESTS AT A DANCE Guests are allowed at International dances if permission has been given by the Director of Student Activities after receiving the guest’s completed permission slip. The guest must arrive at the dance with the International student, show picture ID before entering, and leave the dance with the International student. If the guest (or host) student is asked to leave (or if parents are called to pick him/her up) for disciplinary reasons, the guest (or host) will also be asked to leave and his/her parents will be called to pick him/her up as well.

DRESS CODE There is no formal dress code at International. However, clothing bearing offensive, overtly sexual, drug or alcohol-related language or images, or messages that counter the respect for differences announced in the School’s Mission Statement, are not permitted. Excessively provocative clothing, which can be distracting to the wearer and to other community members, is discouraged.

PARENT COMMUNICATION WITH STUDENTS DURING THE SCHOOL DAY The High School Coordinator or the Dean can convey extremely urgent messages to students. However, we cannot guarantee student receipt of messages left at very short notice on voicemail. In general, we are very reluctant to disturb academic classes while they are in progress. Parents themselves must never do this. Even in the direst circumstances, intervention by the Principal is preferable and will be the order of the day. A student message may be placed on a student’s locker if one is received by a member of the staff. Students expecting a message from their parents should check their cell phones outside classes for messages.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY FOR STUDENTS – in effect at all times on campus and at all school events including dances, sports events, and exchange trips: Rationale We are strongly opposed to the use of illegal drugs, non-prescription use of controlled substances, and alcohol use by minors for the following reasons: It is illegal; It is detrimental to health, well-being, and academic performance; Driving while under the influence or being a passenger with someone who is under the influence is potentially lethal; The effects of using controlled substances without a prescription can lead to unsafe situations; Being under the influence impairs decision making skills which can lead to unsafe situations; By making the choice to procure or use illegal drugs a personal connection is being made, albeit at a distance, with a criminal subculture characterized by misery, violence and harsh jail terms.

We are committed to helping students make decisions about drugs and alcohol that promote emotional and physical health as well as academic success. We are committed to maintaining a school environment that is drug free.

A student’s safety always comes first; it is our very profound hope that fear of disciplinary consequences from home or from school would never stop a student from seeking help for him/herself or for a fellow classmate in a potentially dangerous situation created by alcohol, drugs or other risk-taking behavior, no matter the location.

Policy International High School forbids the use, sale, purchase, distribution (and the attempt to use, sell, or purchase) or possession of illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, and alcohol by our students and guests of our students: at any time, in or around the school buildings; off campus during school hours if the student is either cutting class or taking advantage of off-campus privileges; at any school-related exchange, field trip, game, dance, or other event or activity.

We reserve the right to inspect a student’s personal items and / or locker at any time, and without prior notice, if there is reason to believe these may contain drugs, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or other items not allowed on campus.

At all school dances, all students’ bags are searched prior to entry.

Personal electronic devices may be inspected if there is suspicion of procurement or attempt to procure alcohol, drugs, or controlled substances without a prescription.

Selling or procurement of illegal drugs or controlled substances without a prescription In a society where some kind of drug experimentation is the norm for a majority of teenagers, our community response to drug use by students cannot be solely a formula of zero tolerance. We combine strong sanctions with doing our utmost to arrange expert counseling support. Where possible we do not simply turn our backs and eliminate student drug users from the community. Nevertheless, the sale, purchase, or distribution of illegal drugs or controlled substances without a prescription is viewed as a very severe offense and may result in consequences up to and including immediate expulsion and/or referral to the police and/or colleges being informed when the incident becomes part of a student’s permanent record. Procurement (obtaining by special effort) is also taken very seriously. Procurement encompasses: buying or attempting to buy illegal drugs or controlled substances without a prescription pooling money to make a drug transaction. approaching an individual in order to buy or attempt to buy drugs. acting as a courier by holding drugs or money intended for a drug purchase, even momentarily. using one’s car or one’s phone to enable others to make or to attempt to make a drug transaction.

Consequences for Possession, under the influence, procurement, or attempt to procure: For a first time offense, a student found using, selling, or buying or attempting to use, buy or sell, in possession of, or under the influence of illegal drugs, controlled substances without a prescription, drug paraphernalia (including pipes, bindles, grinders, etc.), or alcohol, may be removed from the school community for up to a week. In addition: The student may be required to undergo a documented assessment for substance abuse by a professional counselor agreed upon by the school and family; The student may be temporarily or permanently excluded from school activities such as dances, clubs, arts performances, sports teams / games, student council, peer counseling, exchange trips, etc.; The student may be asked to take part in counseling sessions under the auspices of a school counselor and/or be recommended for outside counseling; A letter documenting the incident will be sent home and placed in the student’s file. The letter will clearly state that a second violation of the drug/alcohol policy may result in immediate expulsion and/or other consequences and/or colleges being informed as the incident becomes part of the student’s permanent record.

The administration may decide upon further consequences up to and including expulsion and referral to police for a first time offense, depending on the gravity of the situation.

Alcohol Policy No International student is allowed to serve wine or any other alcoholic beverage, even under adult supervision, at a school event. No individual under 21 is to be served alcohol at a school event. No student under 21 may consume an alcoholic beverage at a school event (even) if parents are present and have expressed consent.

COUNSELING The counselor is available to facilitate and provide resources to students in the resolution of drug or alcohol use. The school counselor will also reach out to students should any concern arise throughout the school year. School counseling services are confidential, with the exception of requirements regulated by law pertaining to child safety and protection. Students are welcome to either drop by the counseling office (room 589), or contact the upper school counselor via phone or e-mail for an appointment.

AT RISK BEHAVIOR In the case of danger to self, Counselors and other school staff members are legally bound to breach confidentiality in the interest of a student’s safety. Cases are approached with seriousness and personalized intervention plans developed in collaboration with family and outside resources. A student concerned about a friend’s actual or potential self harm or other at-risk behavior should immediately inform the school counselor or another trusted adult.

NO SMOKING POLICY FOR STUDENTS California law mandates that the buildings at 150 Oak Street, 151 Oak St., and 66 Page which make up International Schools Campus are smoke-free.

Rationale We strongly oppose the use of tobacco by students for the following reasons: California law prohibits both the purchase of cigarettes and the possession of smoking paraphernalia by minors.

San Francisco law prohibits smoking in outdoor restaurant dining areas, farmers markets, and parks. It also prohibits smoking in service waiting areas, such as lines for ATMs, concerts, movie theaters, sporting events, taxis and bus stop shelters, and within 15 feet of business doorways.

Smoking has immediate detrimental effects on health and fitness.

Long-term smoking, including inhaling second-hand smoke, can kill.

The harmful effects of smoking are greatly accelerated if smokers take up the habit at a young age.

Students who smoke in the vicinity of younger students are poor role models.

We will do all we can to undermine the tobacco industry’s attempts to addict children.

Policy Students may not possess cigarettes or smoking paraphernalia (tobacco, matches, lighters, rolling papers, etc.) on campus. Students may not smoke anywhere on the campus or within a block of school or its annexes (the gymnasium, 66 Page) in any direction. In addition to the health concerns and violation of

city law, it harms our neighborhood relationships when our students smoke on residents’ steps, next to restaurants, in parks. As far as the streets surrounding the campus are concerned, students may not smoke: on any neighborhood resident’s property (steps, driveway, etc.); anywhere on Hickory Street; Walgreen’s parking lot or Linden Alley behind it; on Oak, Fell or Lily between Gough and Franklin; on Gough or Franklin between Oak and Fell; inside the landscaped, gated garden of the Church of the Advent of Christ; on Franklin between Oak and Lily Street, including in front of Eden Café and in Lily Alley On Page Street between Franklin and Gough, including the parking lot at the corner. in any public park in the neighborhoods near school. City law prohibits smoking in parks. st

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Consequences: 1 time – Warning. 2 time – call home to parents and/or suspension of off-campus privileges. If it continues a behavior contract and/or probation will be put into place.

WEAPONS Possession or concealment of weapons is prohibited. Referral to police and immediate expulsion are possible consequences. Other consequences to be determined by the administration.

BULLYING AND HARASSMENT – see also acceptable internet policy on cyber-bullying The school Mission emphasizes peaceful co-existence and strength in diversity. We are proud of the diverse nature of our student body and faculty and our collective goal is for every member of the community to feel safe, welcome, and included. Increasingly the school is becoming known for its spirit of friendliness, for embracing and encouraging individuality and otherness, and for the relative absence of “cliques.” We demonstrate little patience with individuals who try to bolster themselves by putting others down and are committed to ensuring that International is an oasis of intelligence and sanity when compared to the bullying, hazing and general harassment that appear to be endemic in some of our nation’s schools. That said, if issues of this nature do arise at International, they will be addressed with the utmost attention and care. We have a legal and moral obligation to act on discrimination, harassment or bullying complaints expeditiously so that investigation and resolution may be reached quickly. This includes incidents which may have occurred outside of school but whose effects carry over. The administration reserves the right to inspect personal electronic devices and conduct interviews in this context. Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed.

Bullying and harassment can be physical, verbal, electronic or written. Actual or perceived differences of race, religion, culture, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, physical appearance, and learning differences are protected by law and must be respected at all times. Association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics is also protected. International High School acts in accordance with California Law, including Seth’s Law, AB9.

A student who feels s/he is being bullied or harassed or slandered or observes these behaviors should report it to the Counselor, Dean, Assistant Principal, or Principal. The school commits to protect against retaliation for reporting bullying by all possible means.

All faculty and staff are required to intervene and report to administration when they witness or are informed about these behaviors.

Consequences for bullying, harassment or slander are treated on a case by case basis and will reflect the gravity of the incident(s). The school’s responses may include: informing and/or meeting with parents, mediation/conflict resolution between the students, counseling in-house, referral to outside counseling, behavior contract, probation, suspension, referral to police, and / or expulsion, and or other consequences, depending on severity of the incident.

According to the California Education Code (article 48900), bullying is grounds for suspension or expulsion, as of July 1, 2012, using the following definition:

“Bullying” means any severe or pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including communications made in writing or by means of an electronic act…directed toward one or more pupils that has or can be reasonably predicted to have the effect of one or more of the following: 1 – Placing a reasonable pupil or pupils in fear of harm to that pupil’s or those pupils’ person or property.

2 – Causing a reasonable pupil to experience a substantially detrimental effect on his or her physical or mental health.

3 – Causing a reasonable pupil to experience substantial interference with his or her academic performance.

4 – Causing a reasonable pupil to experience substantial interference with his or her ability to participate in or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by a school.

THE SPECIAL CASE OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT Sexual harassment can be student to student, employee to employee, employee to student, or vice versa.

It consists of sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other inappropriate verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when such conduct has the purpose or effect of: Substantially interfering with an individual’s academic or professional performance; Creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive employment/educational environment; When submission to such conduct is made either implicitly or explicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment or education; When submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic or employment decisions affecting that individual; Inappropriate verbal or physical conduct may include: Visual conduct including leering, making sexual gestures, displaying of sexually suggestive objects or pictures, cartoons or posters; Verbal conduct including sexual advances, making or using derogatory comments, epithets, slurs, and jokes.

Physical conduct including touching, assault, impeding or blocking movements.

Written conduct: derogatory comments through internet communication From the faculty and staff point of view sexual harassment violates the provisions of the Fair Employment and Housing Act. The brochure DFEH-185 outlining the specific Government Code Sections is prominently displayed in the workplace. A student who is being harassed should discuss the situation with the Principal, Assistant Principal, Counselor or Dean before confronting the harasser to put a stop to the behavior. Conversations may be documented and parents/guardians informed, depending on the severity of the incident. If the behavior stops, this may be all that is needed. If harassing behavior continues the school will intervene and levy appropriate sanctions. Individuals concerned that they might overstep the mark and unwittingly harass a friend or colleague should ask themselves the following: Is there power equity between me and the person with whom I am interacting?

Would I want the details of my behavior to be made public?

Would I behave the same way if my own partner were in the vicinity?

USE OF TECHNOLOGY -- GUIDELINES AND EXPECTATIONS INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY / USE OF TECHNOLOGY The International High School Acceptable Use Policy applies to all technology resources including, but not limited to: personal computers and mobile devices, school computers and mobile devices, video and audio equipment, copy machines, and information storage devices. International students are expected to use school resources in a considerate, ethical, and legal manner.

Some examples of unacceptable use include but are not limited to: Using the network for illegal activity, including violation of copyrights Installing unauthorized software on school computers Using the network for financial, political, or commercial gain Degrading or disrupting equipment or systems performance Vandalizing the data of another user

Wastefully using finite products Gaining unauthorized access Using digital resources for academic dishonesty (see Plagiarism section) Invading the privacy of individuals Using social network sites to harm or misrepresent others Posting anonymous messages or personal communications without the author’s consent Taking photos, recording audio and/or video of an individual without their knowledge and consent Posting inappropriate photos or videos Accessing inappropriate sites (including pornography, gambling, etc.)

Using inappropriate language, profanity, obscenity, offensive or inflammatory speech Unacceptable use of school technology resources and/or the Internet while on campus, during school-related events, remotely, or while using school facilities will bring about consequences up to and including revocation of privileges, suspension, referral to police, and/or expulsion depending of the severity of the incident(s).

CYBER-BULLYING Not all breaches of the community trust regarding technology take place within the school building.

Students may use home computers in a way that fundamentally and adversely affects the life of the school, and/or the individual members of the school community. Such behaviors include but are not limited to: creating websites or using social network sites to post harassing speech or images about others; flooding other individuals’ computers with inappropriate or offensive material by e-mail; creating false online identities in order to harass, endanger or injure the reputation of another; using the identity of another in order to use inappropriate internet or other computing services; using the passwords of students or school personnel to gain access to information not intended for public access. Students who engage in such activities are acting in a way that is clearly detrimental to the well-being of the community, and directly affect the lives of teachers, administrators, and fellow students.

A student who is victim to cyber-bullying or who has received or has knowledge of a threatening, harassing, or frightening posting should report it to a parent first and, if it involves the school or a member of the school community, to a school official (Principal, Assistant Principal, Dean, Counselor) second.

The school reserves the right to regulate, review, investigate, and discipline students for cyber-bullying when such Internet statements, postings, or acts are made while on school campus, or while made off campus and such statements, postings, or acts threaten violence against another student or member of the school community, or otherwise disrupt the learning environment or orderly conduct of an individual, the school, school business, or school activities.

IPAD USER GUIDELINES International High School is providing students with individual iPads as part of their academic material. The devices are loaned to each student while enrolled in International and are for academic purposes. Students who withdraw, are suspended or expelled, or terminate enrollment at International for any other reason must return their individual school iPad on the date of termination. The iPad will be issued to students according to the following guidelines.

Classroom Use Per your teacher’s instructions, responsible use of your iPad in the classroom is expected at all times.

Equipment and software International High School retains sole right of possession/ownership of the iPad devices and related equipment. The school retains the right to collect and/or inspect the iPad at any time and to alter, add or delete installed software or hardware.

Damage or Loss of Equipment If the property is damaged, lost or stolen, the family is responsible for the reasonable cost of repair or its replacement value on the date of loss.

Standards for iPad Care 1. Bring the iPad fully charged to school every school day for every class. Keep your iPad with you or in your locked locker at all times.

2. Re-charge your iPad every night at home.

3. Do not let anyone use the iPad other than your parents or guardians.

4. Adhere to the technology Acceptable Use Policy at all times.

5. Regularly back up your data. For questions see a member of the Academic Technology team.

6. Report any problems, damage or theft immediately to a member of Administration or the Technology Team.

7. Do not attempt to open, repair, jail break, or remove identifying numbers from the iPad. 8. Keep the equipment clean. Do not eat or drink near the iPad. 9. Keep the iPad in a protective case.

10. Clean the screen with a soft, dry, anti-static cloth. Do not use liquid cleaner.

Personal Health and Safety 1. Take frequent breaks when using the iPad for extended periods of time.

2. Do not provide your personal information to anyone over the Internet.

3. Do not share your passwords.

4. Keep the iPad in a secure location both in and out of school.

SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT Each student will be provided with an International High School Google Apps account, which gives you access to official school email, calendar, Google Docs (collaborative productivity software), and more.

This account is subject to all guidelines and expectations found in International’s Technology Acceptable Use Policy. This account should be used for school related communication, and International reserves the right to access and review content in the Google Apps system at any time. It is your responsibility to regularly check for communication through this account. This account will be considered your official International email address until such time as you are no longer enrolled in International High School.

SCHOOL WEBSITE ACCOUNT Your class assignments will be posted on the school’s website. It is your responsibility to check this site regularly. For questions and help, see a member of the Academic Technology team.

COMPUTER USE ETIQUETTE The Computer Lab is maintained as an academic technology learning environment where student classes and teacher-training workshops are held. As is similarly the case in the school’s library, the rights of all students and teachers to use this lab for academic pursuits are of the highest priority and must be respected.

The following guidelines apply for student use of the computer lab, and any computer on campus (both personal and school owned): Agree to the school’s Internet Acceptable Use Policy Make sure an adult is present when using the lab.

Leave food or drinks outside.

Do not access inappropriate sites (including pornography, gambling, etc.)

Use headphones when playing sound or audio files.

Do not move, disconnect or re-arrange computer equipment or furniture.

Close all applications, replace chairs, and clean up workspace when finished.

Report any damage, suspicious activity or problems to the adult in charge.

Students may request special use of the lab for special projects, activities or clubs.

LIBRARY Librarian: Catherine Sullivan catherinesul@frenchamericansf.org Library Assistant: Lisa Shaner lisas@frenchamericansf.org Located on the 6th floor, the International High School Library offers panoramic views of San Francisco as well as an inspired collection of e-books, books, magazines, and e-content in English and French, with smaller collections in Spanish, Italian, German and Mandarin.. The library is open for faculty and students Monday-Friday 8:15-6:00 pm and is staffed by professional librarians. Designed as a center for research and inquiry, students may access a wide variety of academic online resources such as Universalis, Questia and JSTOR using their i-Pads or the laptops and desktops available in the library. For a complete list of resources and news please check out our blog Good Reads & Infobits or consult the International HS Library Page

Respecting the library space & services -Express good digital citizenship and use technology appropriately -Use computers and i-pads for academics: email, research, homework, etc.

-No eating or drinking in the library.

-Logout and push in your chairs when leaving the library.

-Take all cell phone and loud conversations OUTSIDE the library.

SCIENCE SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES To ensure that science experiments are safe, positive learning experiences, students and parents should read, discuss, and sign a copy of this science safety rules and procedures agreement. The form will be provided in science class. The student, parent, and science teacher should each keep a signed copy.

1. Perform the experiments as directed. Do not do anything which is not part of an approved experimental procedure. Follow all instructions given by your teacher or adult supervisor.

2. Be properly prepared to do the experiment. Read the written procedures in advance and understand what you are going to do. Lack of familiarity wastes your time and is a major cause of injury. Know the hazards before you do the experiment.

3. Never work without adult supervision.

4. Wear appropriate protective equipment. A lab coat or apron and ANSI approved eye protection should be worn at all times. This will usually mean chemical splash goggles. In addition, gloves should be used as appropriate.

5. Learn the locations and operation of emergency equipment. This includes eyewash, safety shower, fire blanket, and sinks. Know what to do in case of emergency.

6. Act in a responsible manner at all times. No horseplay or fooling should occur in the lab or experimental area.

7. Wear sensible shoes which cover the entire foot. No sandals. Clothing should not be loose and floppy, especially in the sleeves. Some fabrics are highly flammable and should not be worn. Arms and legs should be covered.

8. Tie back long hair to keep it away from flames and chemicals.

9. Never taste a chemical. Check odors only if instructed to do so, by gently wafting some of the vapor towards your nose with your hand. Be sure your work area is adequately ventilated for your experiment.

10. Turn off your Bunsen burner or other heat source whenever you are not using it. Never let it operate unattended.

11. Treat burns immediately by putting the burned area under cold water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water markedly reduces the subsequent pain and blisters.

12. Read the chemical labels very carefully. Read them 3 times : when you pick it up ; just before you use it ; and after you are finished. Many mistakes – some dangerous – result from mixing the wrong chemicals. review MSDS’s if they are available.

13. Smoking, eating, or drinking in the lab or experimental work area are forbidden.

14. Report all accidents, injuries, and close calls to your teacher/adult supervisor immediately.

15. Dispose of chemicals properly. Nothing goes down the drain. Containers should be available for waste chemicals. Broken glass goes in special receptacles.

16. Never return unused reagents to the reagent bottle. Be careful to take only what you actually need.

Do not contaminate the reagents.

17. Clean up all spills immediately. This includes water.

18. If the experiment deals with something to which you are allergic, consult with your teacher or adult supervisor.

19. Treat all chemicals with the respect they deserve. Know the hazards before you handle the material.

20. Never take chemicals, supplies or equipment out of the laboratory without the knowledge and consent of the science teacher.

21. Wash off chemicals splashed or spilled on your skin or body immediately and for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Notify your teacher or adult supervisor.

22. Clean your lab bench, put away all equipment and reagents, and wash your hands at the end of each work session.

23. If there is graffiti on a table, report it or you have to clean it.