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SHS Honors Super Achievers The top ten seniors of Sharyland High School were honored during the Super Achievers Banquet on Monday, May 8, 2017 at The Club at Cimarron. This banquet honors the top ten seniors who excelled in their academic courses and maintained the highest GPA in their class of 406 students. The students were not only accompanied by their parents but also their mentors who have made such a big impact in their lives. Sharyland ISD board of trustees, central administrative staff, SHS administration, and counselors were all there to celebrate and honor these students. Principal Carolyn Mendiola began the evening by introducing all the guest and recognizing the students. “It is not by chance that these ten students are here today.” Mendiola said. “They have worked diligently and relentlessly their four years of high school to achieve this status. I would like to thank all of you who are here tonight to celebrate this special recognition with our students and their proud families.” Mendiola then introduced Salutatorian Joshua Jones who gave the invocation. As the presentation began, Mendiola commended each of the students and presented them a plaque. As the students were presented with their award, they took

a moment to address the audience and thank those who helped them succeed their goals. Joshua Jones spoke about being thankful for his fellow classmates. “Super Achievers, I want to thank you for pushing me through the years and just want to say good luck on where you are going,” Joshua said. “But knowing the way you are, I know you will all end up being extremely successful.” Stephanie Kim spoke about how grateful she was for the people who supported her along her high school education. “Entering high school is when I really got to know the rest of these top ten,” Stephanie said. “Even though we “competed” against each other, I’ve really gotten to know some of you, which I’m more than thankful for. You are all astounding role models to myself and others around you. You’re able to show what it is to thrive whilst being able to enjoy life as well. Overall, thank you for being some of my better friends all throughout high school. I will always cherish the friendships I have with each and every single one of you.” After all the honor students received their awards and addressed the audience, Valedictorian Julio Contreras gave the Farewell Address. He reminded his peers

not to forget Sharyland High School. “In this room I see future leaders, and such a vision is a culmination of the drive and rigor I have seen so many of us take on these past four years,” Julio said. “On your pathway to success, I urge you to never forget where you came from, for that is what has built you to be the amazing individuals you are, and will continue to be from this very day onwards. Don’t lose track of your goals and continue to persevere and pursue your dreams and aspirations.” The evening ended with Superintendent Dr. Robert O’Connor’s closing remarks and Principal Mendiola’s final address to the honor students. “As you move on to the next chapter in your lives… record those special moments that you will experience throughout your life in college,” Mendiola said. She presented them with a journal, each personalized with the student’s name, the school logo and the following quote: “Imagine…the possibilities when you shoot for the stars. Believe… you can accomplish all your hearts desires. Achieve… the bright future waiting for you just over the horizon. Anything is possible when you believe.” “Always remember Sharyland High School,” concluded Carolyn Mendiola.

Jose Ayala Jr.

Julio Contreras Valedictorian

Juan Martinez Bulnes Two SHS students received their associate’s degree from South Texas College on May 13, 2017 at State Farm Arena. Seniors Jose Ayala Jr. and Juan Martinez Bulnes are two exceptional students who took advantage of STC’s program dual enrollment program. The program allow students to participate in workshops that exposed the students to different universities where they could continue their studies. They also go to meet professionals in different fields. Juan participated in the DECSA (Dual Enrollment Computer Science Academy) program and earned an Associates of Science in Computer Science. “I plan to continue my education at UTRGV, by getting a bachelor’s degree in computer science. While working on my bachelors, I will also study music production,” Juan said. Jose participated in the DEMSA (Dual Enrollment Medical Science Academy) program and earned an Associates of Science in Biology. “This program has helped me move closer towards my career goal of being a physician,” Jose said. “I am continuing my education at UTRGV though the Early Medical School Acceptance Program. Afterwards, I plan to attend the University of Texas Medical Brach in Galveston.”

Brandon Ramirez 6th Ranking

Joshua Jones

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Salutatorian

Rolando Cruz 7th Ranking

Julio Alberto Contreras is the son of Maria Garza and Julio Contreras. He plans to study Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law as well as Sustainability Studies after being accepted to double major at Stanford University. Julio has been recognized as Valedictorian, AP Scholar with Distinction, Cross-Examination Debate State Quarter Finalist and Octo Finalist, BPA Economic Research Regional Champs and State Finalist (7th place), United States Achievement Academy National Award Winner for Biology and Outstanding Student Award in five courses. He is also Founder and President of Nonprofit L.Y.F.E. (Loving Youth For The Elderlies). Joshua Jones is the son of Judith Jones and Stephen Jones. He plans to receive a dual degree in Business and Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin under the Business Honor Program. Joshua has been recognized as Salutatorian, AP Scholar with Honor and National Hispanic Scholar, Outstanding student awarded with Biology Pre-AP and Calculus BC, State Champion Number Sense UIL Team and six time State Champion at the Texas Math and Sciences Coaches Associations State Meet. He has also been distinct in BPA as a State Officer, Two Time National Qualifier and BPA Ambassador Torch Award recipient. Mark Stephens is the son of Danielle Stephens and Bryon Stephens. He has decided to attend Texas A&M University and major in Business. Mark is third-ranking student in his class and has been awarded AP Scholar with Honors, All A Honor Roll 2013-present, National Merit Scholar, LEO Club Bronze and Silver Service Award Winner, Soccer Bi-District, Area Champion, and Regional Quarter Finalist, Brown Foundation Scholar, BPA qualifier for State Competition, and Outstanding Senior. Stephanie Kim is the daughter of Nancy Kim and Taek Kim. She will attend Texas A&M University where she plans to graduate with a Business Degree. Stephanie has been recognized as Outstanding Senior and A Honor Roll students throughout high

3rd Ranking

Therese Baldado 8th Ranking

Stephanie Kim 4th Ranking

Daniella Valladares 9th Ranking

school, Business Professionals of America State finalist, BPA National qualifier as well as Outstanding Student in Spanish for Spanish Speakers. Gerardo Cortez Padilla is the son of Angel Cortez Benitez and Celia Padilla de Cortez. He will be attending the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and will pursue a degree within Course 15 (Business Management. Gerardo has been awarded AP Scholar with Distinction 2016, A Honor Roll 2013-present, O.S Principles of Business 2013-2014, O.S Principles of Communication 2014-2015, O.S Biology 2013-2014, O.S Algebra II 2014-2015, Gold LEO of the Year Service Award 2015-2016, Selection for the National Academy of Future Scientist and Technologist Award of Excellence, NSHSS member and Ambassador 20142015 and Outstanding Senior. Brandon Ramirez is the son of Irma Ramirez and Daniel Ramirez. He plans to attend Texas A&M University and double major in Political Science and Economics. Brandon has been awarded A Honor Roll, AP Scholar with Honor, National Hispanic Scholar, Cross Country MVP, two-time UIL State Qualifier for Current Issues and Events, State Qualifier for Social Studies, 2-Time Second Team All-District for Cross Country, Area Qualifier for Track, District Champion for Current Events and Ready Writing, and Regional Champion for Current Events and Social Studies. Roland Cruz is the son of Rosi Cruz and Rolando Cruz Jr. He plans to attend the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley where he will be studying biology. After college he plans to go to medical school where he can pursue his dream career as a doctor. Roland has been awarded A honor Roll, 1st Division in both UIL Marching Band and Concert Band Competition 2014-2016, 1st Division Solo and Ensemble Band Competition, Induction into National Honor Society, World History AP Scholar, U.S History AP Scholar, Calculus B.C AP Scholar and English III AP Scholar. Therese Baldado is the daughter of Michelle Bal-

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dado and Villne Baldado. She plans to enroll in the UTRGV-UT Austin Cooperative Pharmacy Program. She will then transfer to UT Austin’s pharmacy school after two years at UTRGV. Her long term goal is to give back to the community as health care provider and a friend. Therese has held A Honor Roll all four years of high school, has been a National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence nominee, and received Clinical Medical Assistant, Basic Life Support, Sterile Products IV and OSHA certifications. She has collected various Most Outstanding Student awards and is a part of the National Honor Society. Daniella Valladares is the daughter of Ana Valladares and Cesar Valladares. She will attend the University of Texas at Austin to pursue a double major in International Business and Government. After completing her bachelors, she plans to attend law school to become a human rights attorney. Daniella has held leadership positions such as Co-Captain for the Mock Trial Team, Vice-President of Parliament for FCCLA, and was an RGV Ambassador. She has held A Honor Roll all throughout high school, was named 2017 Terry Scholar, won awards as Best Attorney and Witness at the Mock Trial Regional Competition (2016-2017), and has placed in both Criminal Case Analysis at Regionals and State (2016-2017). Dante Flores-Demarchi is the son of Mareli Flores and Aurelio Flores. He will be attending Brown University this fall with a concentration in Biochemistry and Neuroscience and eventually continue towards medical school. Dante has been awarded AB Honor Roll 2014, A Honor Roll 2015-2016, Outstanding Musician, Saxophone Section Leader 2015-2016, Principle Alto Saxophone for Honors Band 2014-2017, Band Vice President, Senior Class President 2016-2017, RGV Lead Ambassador for Sharyland High School 20162017 and Outstanding Student.

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The District’s dress code is established to teach grooming and hygiene, instill discipline, prevent disruption, avoid safety hazards, and teach respect for authority. Students shall be dressed and groomed in a manner that is clean and neat and that will not be a health or safety hazard to themselves or others. The District prohibits any clothing or grooming that in the principal’s judgment may reasonably be expected to cause disruption of or interference with normal school operations. The District prohibits: 1. Boys from wearing make-up. 2. Pictures, emblems, or writing on clothing and personal items that: a. Is lewd, offensive, vulgar, obscene, or violent. b. Advertises or depicts tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other prohibited substance. c. Is distracting or draws attention to the student that, at the discretion of the principal or his/her designee, is inappropriate. 3. The wearing of see-through shirts or blouses, sleeveless undershirts, muscle shirts, vests, cutoff T-shirts, tube tops, tank tops and any blouse or shirt that does not cover the stomach or waist, even if covered by another piece of clothing such as a sweater or jacket. 4. The wearing of low-cut, shoulderless/strapless, spaghetti strap or string tie/halter blouses, shirts or dresses and clothing where undergarments can be seen. 5. Brand name tags and imprints on clothing and personal items that may be depicted as negative and/or offensive (i.e. Drunken Monkey, Drunknmunky, Homies, etc.). Discretion by the principal or his/her designee will prevail. 6. Paraphernalia/accessories, activities, and/or gestures, which symbolize gang and/or group membership, including the following: a. Wearing beads and/or crosses that are all black, embroidered, or are identified with gang and/or group colors. b. Wearing tee shirts, sweat shirts, windbreakers, and jackets that depict the identity of a particular gang and/or group. c. Wearing shoes that identify with a particular gang and/or group, such as tennis shoes or sports shoes altered from their original color with paint or markers, shoe laces depicting a gang and/or group color, etc. d. Wearing gang- and/or group-re-

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lated clothing combinations such as a shirt/pant combination in a particular color or colors. e. Participating in any gang and/ or group fights, and any act of violence against a student or school personnel. f. Exhibiting any behavior or gestures that symbolize gang and/or group membership, or are associated with gangs and/or groups. g. Vandalizing school property with gang- and/or group-related signs or literature. All students are also prohibited from possessing folders, book covers, etc., which depict gang- and/or group-related signs or literature. The outlined code regarding specific modes, paraphernalia/accessories, activities, or gestures of the student body is subject to change at any time when a gang and/or group changes its identifying colors, paraphernalia/accessories, activities, or gestures. The aforementioned code also applies to any new gang and/or group, or any gang and/or group not mentioned herein. In addition: 1. The District has adopted a standardized dress code for students in grades PK-8. [See Policy FNCA(LOCAL)] 2. All clothing must be worn in a proper, customary manner. 3. Over-sized, ill-fitting pants and other similar items of clothing are not allowed. 4. Students are prohibited from wearing pants below the waistline that are designed to be worn at the waistline. 5. Students are prohibited from wearing pants that expose skin at the waistline unless a tucked-in shirt/blouse is worn that is long enough to cover skin at all times (i.e. when raising arms, bending over, sitting down, etc.). 6. Capri pants or crop pants that are not tight-fitting will be allowed. Bermuda shorts are not considered to be Capri pants or crop pants. Discretion by the principal or his/her designee will prevail. 7. Leggings, jeggings, and form-fitting (stretch, spandex, etc.) pants are not allowed in grades 4-12. 8. All shirts designed to be tucked in must be tucked in correctly. Discretion by the principal or his/her designee will prevail. 9. Students shall wear appropriate undergarments. No pajama-type clothing is allowed. Clothing where undergarments

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school premises and during participation in any extracurricular activity. This includes string, plastic plugs, bandages, gauges, etc. which are used to keep the pierced hole open. 14. Girls are prohibited from wearing earrings or studs on any part of their bodies other than their ear lobes on school premises and during participation in any extracurricular activity. Plastic plugs and/ or gauges are not permitted. 15. Exposed rosary beads are not allowed. 16. Hats, caps, hoods, beanies, sweatbands, hairnets, and bandanas are not allowed. Headbands must be worn appropriately to restrain hair, and not across the forehead. 17. Sunglasses are prohibited unless prescribed. 18. Appropriate footwear shall be worn at school. Shoes that present a safety concern are not allowed. Sneakers/Tennis shoes should be worn for PE participation. Flip-flops/thongs and/or soccer slides are not allowed. Steel toe footwear is not allowed. All footwear must have a closed heel or have a strap around the rear of the ankle in grades Pre-K through 8. Socks must be worn, when appropriate. 19. Hair must be clean, neatly combed and out of the eyes and face. Boys’ hair shall not extend beyond the top of the shirt collar; Mohawks, ducktails or

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ponytails will not be allowed. Hair that is styled in a manner that is extreme, outlandish, distracting or draws attention to the student is not allowed. 20. Hair coloring is limited to only natural hair colors. 21. Tattoos must be covered for all elementary and junior high school students. At the high school level, the covering of tattoos will be at the discretion of the principal or his/her designee. 22. Sideburns shall not extend beyond the bottom of the earlobe. Mustaches shall be neatly trimmed. Beards and goatees are not permitted. Boy’s eyebrow(s) shall not be shaved or altered. 23. The wearing of artificial nails and/or nails that are painted or styled in a manner that is distracting or draws attention to the student is prohibited at the elementary level. 24. Grooming, combing hair, and applying make-up or nail polish are not allowed in the classroom. 25. The District has adopted standardized attire for all students assigned to the DAEP at Roosevelt Alternative School. All students assigned to the DAEP will adhere to the standardized dress requirement. The dress code will be discussed with the students and parents during the scheduled in-take conference. 26. The discretion of the principal or his/her designee will prevail.

The student and parent may determine the student’s personal dress and grooming standards, provided that they comply with the general guidelines set out above in the District’s dress code. If the principal determines that a student’s grooming violates the dress code, the student shall be given an opportunity to correct the problem at school. If not corrected, the student shall be assigned to in-school suspension for the remainder of the day. A student whose clothing violates the dress code shall be assigned to in-school suspension either for the remainder of the day or until a parent or designee brings an acceptable change of clothing to the school. Repeated offenses may result in more serious disciplinary action. Appropriate discipline procedures shall be followed in all cases. The principal, in cooperation with the sponsor, coach, or other person in charge of an extracurricular activity, recognition ceremony, or Board recognition event, may regulate the dress and grooming of students who participate in the activity. Students who violate those standards may be removed or excluded from the activity for a period determined by the principal or sponsor and may be subject to other disciplinary action. [See policy FNCA(LOCAL)]

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Sharyland ISD Dress Code for Students

Boys 1. Hair length must pass a three way test. The test involves the length of hair not extending below the eyebrows when lightly pulled down, below the earlobes and must not extend below the top of a buttoned down dress shirt collar. 2. Sideburns must be kept trimmed and should not extend below the earlobe. Sideburns should not exceed 1/2 inch in width. 3. Mustaches and beards are not permitted. 4. Extreme, outlandish, or distracting hairstyles or coloration is not permitted. Some examples of such styles are Mohawks, spikes, tails, razor lines, white walls with long hair in back, or completely shaven head. When in question, determination of hair-style violations is at the discretion of the campus administrators. It is obvious that hair cannot grow overnight; therefore, if the hair style is not acceptable at the secondary level, the student will be placed in ISS until the hair grows to an adequate length or until the hair style is made acceptable. 5. Sleeveless shirts are not permitted. 6. No earrings, nose studs, or body parts piercing are to be worn or displayed on school premises or at school-sponsored events. This includes string, plastic studs, etc. which are used to keep the pierced hole open. 7. Chains attached to the waistline are not permitted. 8. All shirts must be fully tucked in. 9. Shoes which are noisy or present a safety concern are not allowed. Steel-toed footwear and shoes with wheels are not allowed. 10. Hats, caps, hoods, sweatbands, headbands, or bandannas are not permitted. 11. Sunglasses are not permitted in buildings. 12. No student shall wear any garment or piece of clothing which advertises, promotes, or depicts the following: alcoholicbeverages, tobacco products, illegal drugs, obscenities or anything of a sexual nature, violence, heavy metal groups, cults, gangs, or anything which may be found objectionable in character or depicts a negative connotation. 13. No shorts of any type are allowed in grades 7-12. PK-6 may wear walking shorts and sport shorts, length must be no shorter than two inches above the knee. However, no boxers, or short-shorts are allowed. 14. Torn or tattered clothing or torn or tattered jeans that show skin or undergarments are not allowed. 15. Straps on overalls must be properly fastened. 16. No visible tattoos or make-up is allowed. 17. Pants must be worn at the waistline. No skin or undergarments should be visible. 18. Warm-up pants with fasteners down

the legs are not permitted. 19. All clothing must be worn in a proper, customary manner. 20. Oversized, ill-fitting pants and other similar articles of clothing are not allowed. 21. No military style clothing is allowed. 22. Trench coats, dusters, and overcoats are not allowed. 23. Outlandish or distracting jewelry or accessories are not allowed. 24. Proper undergarments must be worn. No pajama typeclothing is allowed. 25. Pants or other garments of any type with words or letters written across the seat are not permitted. Girls 1. The length of any skirt or dress cannot be more than two inches above the top of the kneecap, nor may slits in clothing extend two inches above the knee. 2. Skorts are not permitted in grades 7-12. 3. Leggings, jeggings and form-fi tting athletic wear are not allowed in grades 3-6 unless worn with a top, blouse, skirt, or dress that extends to the tips of their fi ngertips. 4. Leggings, jeggings and form-fi tting athletic wear are not allowed in grades 7-12. 5. Sleeveless blouses or tee-shirts are permitted as long as entire shoulder is covered and undergarments are not visible. Halter tops, tank tops, or revealing or form-fitting tops are not allowed. 6. No bare midriffs are allowed (whether student is in sitting or standing position or with raised arm) even if covered by another piece of clothing such as a sweater or a jacket. 7. Backless dresses, halter tops, tank tops, revealing or formfitting tops, or dresses with spaghetti straps are not allowed. 8. Proper undergarments must be worn. No pajama type clothing is allowed. 9. Chains attached to the waistline are not permitted. 10. All shirt tails (even on shirts [such as flannel shirts with or without lining] worn over other shirts) will be fully tucked in. Only blouses that complement skirt or pants may be worn untucked. Oversized, ill-fi tting, or revealing shirts/tops are not permitted. 11. Shoes which are noisy or present a safety concern are not permitted. Steel-toed footwear and shoes with wheels are not allowed. 12. Hats, caps, hoods, sweat bands, or bandannas are not permitted. 13. Sunglasses are not permitted in buildings. 14. No students shall wear any garment or piece of clothing which advertises, promotes, or depicts the following: alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, illegal

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drugs,obscenities or anything of a sexual nature, violence, heavy metal groups, cults, gangs, or anything which may be found objectionable in character. 15. No shorts of any type are allowed in grades 7-12. PK-6 may wear walking shorts or sport shorts, length must be no shorter than two inches above the knee. However, no boxers, or short-shorts are allowed. 16. Torn or tattered clothing or torn or tattered jeans that show skin or undergarments are not permitted. 17. Straps on overalls must be properly fastened. 18. No visible tattoos are allowed. 19. Pants must be worn at the waistline, so that no skin or undergarments are exposed. 20. Warm-up pants with fasteners down the sides are not permitted. 21. All clothing must be worn in a proper, customary manner. 22. Oversized, ill-fi tting pants and other similar articles of clothing are not permitted. 23. No military style of clothing is allowed. 24. Trench coats, dusters, and overcoats not allowed. 25. Outlandish or distracting jewelry or accessories are not allowed. 26. At the secondary level, make-up (including nail polish) shall not be outlandish, distracting, or gang or cult related. At the elementary level, neither makeup (including outlandish nail polish) is allowed.

27. At the elementary level artificial nails (i.e. acrylic, sculptured, silk, linen and fiber wraps, or gel nails) are not allowed. 28. No body piercing, except for ears (must not be distracting), is permitted. 29. Extreme, outlandish, or distracting styles or hair coloration is not permitted. Some examples of such styles are Mohawks, spikes, tails, razor lines, white walls with long hair in back. When in question, determination of hair-style violations is at the discretion of the campus administrators. 30. Pants or other garments of any type with words, letters or symbols written across the seat are not permitted. 31. Pants in grades 7-12 must extend to mid-calf or below. No shorts of any type are allowed in grades 7-12. It is obvious that hair cannot grow overnight; therefore, if the hair style is not acceptable, at the secondary level, the student will be placed in ISS until the hair grows to an adequate length or until the hair style is made acceptable. Policy FNCA(LOCAL) Discipline shall be designed to improve conduct and to encourage students to adhere to their responsibilities as members of the school community. Disciplinary action shall draw on the professional judgment of teachers and administrators and on a range of discipline management techniques, including restorative discipline practices. Discipline shall be correlated to the seriousness of the offense, the student’s age and grade level, the frequency of misbehavior, the student’s attitude, the effect of the misconduct on the school environment, and statutory requirements.

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Because of these factors, discipline for a particular offense, including misconduct in a district vehicle owned or operated by the district, (unless otherwise specifi ed by law) may bring into consideration varying techniques and responses. Students with Disabiliies The discipline of students with disabilities is subject to applicable state and federal law in addition to the Student Code of Conduct. To the extent any confl ict exists, state and/ or federal law shall prevail. In accordance with the Education Code, a student who receivesin a special education services may not be disciplined for conduct meeting the definition of bullying, harassment, or making hit lists (see glossary) until an ARD committee meeting has been held to review the conduct. In deciding whether to order suspension, DAEP placement, or expulsion, regardless of whether the action is mandatory or discretionary, the district shall take into consideration a disability that substantially impairs the student’s capacity to appreciate the wrongfulness of the student’s conduct. Techniques The following discipline management techniques may be used—alone, in combination , or as part of progressive interventions—for behavior prohibited by the Student Code of Conduct or by campus or classroom rules: • Verbal correction, oral or written. • Cooling-off time or time-out. • Seating changes within the classroom or vehicles owned or operated by the district. • Temporary confi scation of items that

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disrupt the educational process. • Rewards or demerits. • Behavioral contracts. • Counseling by teachers, school counselors, or administrative personnel. • Parent-teacher conferences. • Grade reductions for cheating, plagiarism, and as otherwise permitted by policy. • Detention, including outside regular school hours. For minor infractions of the Code of Conduct, teachers or administrators may require students to attend detention either in a common detention hall or in a teacher’s classroom. Before assigning a student to detention, the teacher shall inform the student of the conduct thatallegedly constitutes the violation and give the student the opportunity to explain his version (not at the time the detention is issued by the teacher). When detention is used, sufficient time is allowed for students and parents to arrange transportation, if necessary. It is the responsibility of the student to conduct himself according to school rules,and he must therefore accept consequences despite missing regular transportation home or previous commitments. Students who miss detention without an excuse are assigned ISS. • Sending the student to the offi ce or other assigned area, or to in-school suspension. In-School Suspension (ISS) is a disciplinary technique permitted for misconduct found in the Student Code of Conduct. Although different from out-ofschool suspension and placement in a DAEP, ISS removes the student from the regular classroom. The student will be

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No shorts or skirts 3 inches above the knee. Shirts and blouses may only have 2 unbutton buttons from the collar. or beach sandals. No house slippers, Shoes may not have wheels. Hair shall be cleaned and neatly combed. Mustache and facial hair grooming must be neatly trimmed and groomed. Lewd offensive, vulgar, obscene weapons violence or satanic messages may NOT be worn on clothing. Depiction of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs or controlled substances may NOT be worn on clothing. Uniforms should adhere to individual campus policy. NO muscle shirts mesh shirts and cut off tee shirts. NO bare midriffs are allowed. NO Baggy jeans, torn jeans above the knee, sagging pants, baggy overalls, and oversized clothing. NO warm-ups, overalls, pajamas, or pajama like clothing. NO hats, caps, headbands, bandanas, or hairnets allowed. Sunglasses may NOT be worn inside the building. Body piercing is prohibited, EXCEPT for the earlobe. Hollow rings that separate the earlobe are prohibited. Eyebrow rings are prohibited. At the secondary level, make-up (including nail polish) shall not be outlandish, distracting, gang or cult related. At elementary level, makeup and cosmetic nails are prohibited. Nail polish is allowed.

*For complete student dress code please refer to the 2017-2018 Student Handbook that can be found at the district’s website.

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Social media has enabled bullying to happen from afar. There are more avenues than ever before for bullying to infiltrate, making it critical that parents keep a close eye on all communication plat- forms their children use. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends these tips for keeping your children safe from bullying this school year: WHEN YOUR CHILD IS BULLIED Help your child learn how to respond by teaching your child how to:

ullying and cyberbullying is either physical or verbal and occurs when a child picks on another child repeatedly. It can happen anywhere at anytime, and isn’t restricted to the playground or school bus anymore.

• Look the bully in the eye; • Stand tall and stay calm in a difficult situation; and • Walk away. Teach your child how to say in a firm voice: • I don’t like what you are doing. • Please do NOT talk to me like that. • Why would you say that? Other tips include teaching your child when and how to ask a trusted adult for help and encouraging your child to make friends with other children. You also should be willing to work closely with

school teachers and administrators to help monitor the situation when you are unable to be around. WHEN YOUR CHILD IS THE BULLY There may be an occurrence that involves your child participating in bullying behavior. Maybe he got wrapped up in the wrong crowd or is acting out for some reason. Regardless of the cause, it’s up to you to step in. Here are more tips from the AAP: • Be sure your child knows that bully-

ing is never OK; • Set firm and consistent limits on your child’s aggressive behavior; • Be a positive role model to show children they can get what they want without teasing, threatening or hurting; • Use effective, non-physical discipline, such as loss of privileges; and • Develop practical solutions with the school principal, teachers, counselors and parents of the children your child has bullied.

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Vaccinations Required

All school-age children – from preschoolers to college students – need vaccines to keep them protected from serious diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urges parents to check in with their child’s pedi- atrician to make sure they are up to date on recommended and required vaccines. Parents can find out which vaccines their children need and when the doses should be administered by reviewing CDC’s recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule (www.cdc.gov). Different states also have specific vaccine requirements for particular grade levels. YOUNG CHILDREN The CDC identifies 14 diseases that can become serious or even life-threatening to a child

ith the hustle and bustle of the back-to-school season, it is crucial to not overlook the vaccinations that your child needs. during the early years of life. Parents who choose not to vaccinate against them risk the disease not only for their children, but also for other chil dren and adults throughout the entire community, the CDC says. PRETEEN AND TEEN As children move into the teenage years, they are more at risk for catching certain diseases, like meningococcal meningitis, according to the CDC. HPV is a vaccine built to protect against certain cancers and is recommended to be given during the preteen years. Check the CDC list for a complete immunization schedule for people ages seven through 18. For diseases such as whooping cough, the protection from vaccine doses can wear off in

the preteen years. Kids ages 11 and 12 are recommended to get the booster shot Tdap, which is a version of the protective DTaP vaccine given to infants and young children. THE FLU VACCINE Flu vaccines are recommended for all children 6 months and older. This obviously includes kids in preschool and elementary school. If your child is afraid of shots, your family doctor may have the option of using a nasal spray instead. The flu can be a potentially serious issue affecting your child’s overall health, as well as the school atten- dance record. The CDC recommends adding the flu shot to your back-to-school routine every year.

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School Travel Safety

rom the school bus to the neighborhood carpool, your child should have a safe, convenient way of getting to school. The American Academy of Pediatrics reminds parents to be the guiding force in ensuring optimal safety in all modes of transportation.

So whether your child arrives to school via school bus, car or their own feet, it is up to you to make sure their route is safe and their understanding of the rules is clear. SCHOOL BUS RULES • Encourage your child to wear the bus’ lap or shoulder seat belts, if possible. • Also teach your student to wait for the bus to stop before approaching it from the curb. • Students should also understand the behavior rules on the bus and help keep the driver free from distractions. CAR TRAVEL • Children should ride in a car seat with a harness as long as possible. They are ready for a booster seat when they have reached the top weight or height allowed for the seat. • All children younger than 13 years old should ride in the rear seat of vehicles, if possible. If you are driving more children than will fit in the back seat, move the front-seat passenger’s seat as far back as possible and have the child ride in a booster seat if the seat belts do not fit properly without it. • Teen drivers should refrain from eating, drinking, phone calls and texting while driving. Many crashes occur due to driver distraction. WALKING / RIDING BIKES • When riding a bicycle to school, always wear a helmet and ride on the right, in the same direction as car traffic. • Wear bright-colored or white clothing to increase visibility. This is particularly important after dark, when your child may come late from a practice or event. • Make sure your child’s pathway to school, whether riding or walking, is welllit and safe. Walk with them if at all possible until you feel confident in their pedestrian skills.

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