STUDENT BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES

 

Student behavior is governed by school board policy #3200 "Rules and Regulations for Students in the Bellingham Public Schools."

A complete copy of Policy #3200 is available in the Main Office. This sheet is a summary of that policy.

These guidelines apply in the following situations:

1.On the school grounds during and immediately before or immediately after school hours.

2.On the school grounds at any other time when the school is being used by a school group.

3.Off the school grounds at a school activity, function, or event.

 

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

All students who attend Squalicum High School shall comply with the written rules and regulations of the Bellingham School District and all applicable state and local laws (WAC 180-40). In addition, all pupils shall submit to the reasonable discipline of school authorities designated by the Bellingham School District Board of Directors.

 

AFTER SCHOOL AND OFF CAMPUS EVENTS

School rules and regulations are in effect at all school sponsored events. The majority of school rules, including the ones dealing with drugs, alcohol and tobacco use are in effect at Civic Field during football games, at after-game dances, and at all away athletic contests involving Squalicum teams.

 

CLOSED CAMPUS

Squalicum High School is a "closed campus" during the entire school day including lunch periods. Students may not leave the campus at any time unless they have prior approval from the main office. Once students arrive at school, they may not leave campus without permission from the main office. Students leaving for appointments (doctor, dentist, etc.) must have parent approval (phone or note) and sign out through the office before leaving campus. Any students that leave campus as part of their schedule or program (i.e. Running Start, Work Experience, Early Dismissal) will have a pass indicating this privilege.

 

LATE ARRIVALS AND EARLY DISMISSALS

Students scheduled for late arrival should not arrive at school until just prior to the first scheduled class. Early dismissal students should leave the building at the completion of the last scheduled class.

 

STUDENT PARKING/DRIVING

City traffic regulations are in effect in all areas in the vicinity of SQUALICUM. Violations will be referred to the BPD for action. All numbered parking spaces require a valid permit. ANY ILLEGAL PARKING ON SCHOOL GROUNDS MAY RESULT IN THE VEHICLE BEING TOWED AWAY AT OWNER'S RISK AND EXPENSE (Approximate cost - $100.00) or a FINE OF $25 BY THE SCHOOL. A fine of $25 may be assessed for reckless driving at school.

 

CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR

School should be a safe place for all students and staff. Every individual deserves to be treated with respect and consideration. Illegal and inappropriate activities such as fighting, hazing, intimidation, harassment, vandalism, theft, etc. will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary action and referral to the police.

 

FOOD AND DRINK

Food and drink are allowed only in the Commons area on first floor or outside the building. Violations will result in ASA or other discipline.

 

ALCOHOL, TOBACCO AND OTHER DRUGS

The use or possession of drugs or alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited. Use or possession of tobacco in any form on school grounds is prohibited.

 

POSSESSION OF ILLEGAL WEAPONS

Possession and/or use of any weapon or item considered to be a weapon will result in immediate suspension or expulsion and referral to the police authorities.

 

GANG AFFILIATION

Students may not wear clothing, display symbols, or exhibit behavior representing gang membership or affiliation. Any suspected gang activity will be referred to the Bellingham Police Department.

 

FIRE ALARM / BOMB THREATS / EXPLOSIVES / ARSON

Any action which places individuals in danger or disruption in the school will result in emergency expulsion and referral to police for prosecution.

 

PERSONAL ITEMS

There are no lockers at Squalicum High. Students are responsible for the care and security of any personal items brought to school. There is no school insurance to cover a student’s stolen property. Electronic devices are not allowed at school. These include cellular phones, beepers, scanners, radios, tape decks, etc. Such items are potentially disruptive and should not be brought or used at school. Personal stereo devices are not allowed in the school building. Headphones may be used by students only as part of a class or school program. For security reasons, it is recommended that such items not be brought to school.

 

Skateboards, rollerblades, etc. are not allowed in the school building and are not to be used on school property at any time.

 

 

 

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DRESS - CLOTHING

 

DISTRIBUTION OF MATERIALS

Any items to be posted or distributed on school grounds must have prior approval by the administration.

 

AFTER SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT PROGRAM - ASA runs from 2:25 - 3:15. After school assignments will be supervised study or assignment to a custodian for work in the school.

 

SATURDAY SCHOOL will be held at Squalicum High School from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon on designated Saturday dates.

 

 

RULE VIOLATIONS - DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

 

Infractions of school rules will result in After School Assignment, Saturday School Assignment, Short-term Suspension, Expulsion or other appropriate disciplinary action. Repeated infractions may result in suspension.

 

Use/possession of tobacco 1st offense - Short term suspension, Saturday School,

(Students may not use/possess tobacco OR Smoking Cessation Class

within 1,000 feet of school grounds. Any tobacco violation will be reported to the police).2nd offense - Short term suspension, OR Smoking Cessation Class

3rd offense - Long term suspension

 

Sale (or assisting) or delivery of drugs	Immediate expulsion - refer to police

Drug, Alcohol use or possession	Immediate long-term suspension - refer to police

Drug/Alcohol information class required

Closed Campus ViolationFirst offense - After School Assignment (2 hours)

Fighting, Intimidation, Vandalism, Theft Short Term Suspension or Saturday School - refer to police.Repeated violations will result in long term suspension.

 

Gang Affiliation or Behavior Short or long term suspension and refer to police

Classroom or school misconduct ASA, Saturday School, or Short Term Suspension

Refusing to identify self

Failure to follow directiorns

 

Inappropriate Language,ASA, Saturday School or Short Term Suspension

Verbal abuse of Faculty/Staff

Foul/vulgar Language or Swearing

 

Food - Drink - Littering ASA or other discipline

Off Campus violation during school

 

Forged document, perjury or

intentional misrepresentation Saturday School or Short Term Suspension

 

Students are required to complete Saturday School and/or After School Assignment time as assigned or face more severe consequences.

Attendance Policy Violations

TRUANCY& TARDY

1st Truancy Up to maximum 5 days ASA 1 - 3 Tardies Teacher Discretion

2nd Truancy 1 day Saturday School 4 Tardies ASA

3rd Truancy Short term suspension 6 TardiesSAT School

4th Truancy Long Term suspension 8 Tardies Short Term Susp. & Attendance Contract established

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