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Student Handbook - Vanguard-Sentinel Career and Technology

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2. 20 Job Placement A student may earn the privilege to participate in various work release programs sponsored by VSCTC The objectives of the work release programs are 1 To provide experience on specialized equipment not available to students in their field of study 2 To provide the student with on the job experience in related business and industry On early placement pre apprenticeship placement students must maintain a C average or higher in all subjects and have a 93 percent or higher attendance average Students requesting early placement pre apprenticeship placement must obtain the proper forms from the Job Placement Coordinator and gain approval prior to placement All work release students must follow program guidelines and have school fees paid It is the discretion of the VSCTC staff to permit the student to participate in these programs ATTENDANCE Attendance and Tardiness Policy Regular daily attendance is key to a good education and a requirement of Ohio Law for all students under the age of 18 For students 18 or older attendance is not compulsory and the privilege of attending is granted until it is abused Frequent absences and being late for class disrupt the continuity of classroom and lab experiences Interaction with the teacher and other students provides invaluable insights into today s world Students are expected to be in school every day and on time for class The law lists the following circumsta
3. school property or at school events it should be noted that discipline involving bullying may also include where the bullying originates as well as where it is communicated If the act of bullying occurs off school property during non school hours it may still result in school discipline if there is a disruption in the learning environment in the school setting Any acts of bullying as defined above should be reported immediately to school administration Penalties for such behavior are covered in the student handbook and may include a range of disciplinary action including suspension from school Sexual racial or any other forms of harassment by school employees other students or third parties regardless of race color national origin sex age or disability is prohibited Sexual Harassment A Verbal The making of written or verbal sexual innuendoes suggestive comments jokes of a sexual nature sexual propositions or threats to or bya fellow student staff member or other person associated with the district or by third parties B Non Verbal Causing the placement of sexually suggestive objects pictures or graphic commentaries in the school environment or the making of sexually suggestive or insulting gestures sounds leering whistling and the like to or bya fellow student staff member or other person associated with the district or by third parties This includes the use of electronic media that disrupts th
4. Career amp Technology Centers Staff members will not require the use of personally owned device for instruction 48 APPENDIX B College Credit Plus CCP Policy The Vanguard Sentinel Career and Technology Centers participate in College Credit Plus The VSCTC College Credit Plus CCP Policy is available by accessing the district website and viewing the policy www vsctc org 49
5. Dentist appointments encouraged to be made outside of school hours 2 College Visits Senior students are allowed two 2 visits during their senior year Juniors are allowed one 1 visit during the second semester Verified college visits not exceeding the maximum allotted and are during VSCTC time are not counted against the perfect attendance policy A two day advance notice is required In order for the absence to be excused the student must obtain the signature on the form of the college personnel that they met with along with time of arrival and departure Students with twelve or more days of absence will not be eligible for college visits 3 Military Testing The student who is going to be absent must obtain a leave of absence form and follow administrative regulations Military tests will be considered administrative absences 4 Appointments with Public Agencies encouraged to be made outside of school hours 5 Family Vacations A family vacation needs prior approval and should not exceed more than 3 days out of school Forms are available in the office 6 Test for Drivers License encouraged to be made outside of school hours Requires prior administrative approval Students are required to bring in documentation verifying their appointment vacation or visit If because of some family responsibility it is necessary for a student to be absent from school for circumstances other than those allowed by the Ohio Revised Code s
6. activity These organizations are an integral part of the curriculum Should a student have the fortunate opportunity to participate at the State and or National level the Board of Education and or the specific organization fund will cover the costs Student Activity Fees must be paid in full prior to the student participating Students must make a commitment to attend these events Should a student not attend after his her costs have been paid that student will be charged for the costs These costs will be added to the student s fees 19 Youth Organization Eligibility Participation in student organization competitions and or student leadership positions is regarded as an important privilege for students Students who desire to participate in extracurricular activities are expected to meet standards for academics discipline and attendance Failing to meet the standards in any one or more of these areas will result in a student losing the privilege of fully participating in extracurricular activities A Academic Eligibility for participation is determined by student s previous nine week end of quarter grades Students must have a D average in every class to participate in student organization competitions student is ineligible if he or she earns a grade of F for the previous quarter in any course in which he or she is enrolled B Discipline and Attendance e Any student who is assigned ISS or OSS during t
7. be brought into the building by any person after the beginning of the school day Any exceptions must be cleared by the administration Students shall not have lunch from outside vendors restaurants delivered or brought to them at school Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds or go to the parking lot during lunch time without approval from the Administration Students leaving school grounds will be considered Truant School Closing Delay Information VSCTC may be in session when associate schools are closed Also an associate school may be in session on days when VSCTC is closed Students are expected to attend all scheduled days and transportation will operate from the associate school even though the associate school may be closed except weather related closings If the home school is on a scheduled 2 hour delay but VSCTC is not the affected students are required to report to VSCTC at normal start time If the VSCTC closes due to weather it will be announced on the following radio and television stations Local News Stations Honeywell Alert students must have an updated phone number in the office in order to receive School Closing Information 13 Fire Tornado and Lockdown Drill Fire tornado and lockdown drills are held at irregular intervals throughout the school year The students shall follow the directions of their instructor or any employee during a drill or actual emergency In addition procedures are
8. information manually You willneed to consult your user manual 44 brought my device to school to use in the classroom but my teacher said could not use it in his her classroom Can I still use my device Answer No The classroom teacher has the final say in his her classroom am having difficulty connecting my device to the Public wireless network Can I get Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers Staff member to help Answer Your device is your responsibility VSCTC staff members are not responsible for troubleshooting personal devices Can access building s server account from my personal device Answer No Students will be able to access the internet which includes ITSLearning A and district web page Personal e mail and inappropriate sites will continue to be filtered Can I print to the school district s printers and copiers from my personal device Answer No You will need to open the file on a district owned device and get permission from a staff member to print My device was stolen damaged at school what should do Answer While Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers are not responsible for damage or theft of personal technology devices you should report the theft or damage to the building administration like you would any normal theft or damage to personal property Why I filtered on my own device Shouldn t I be able to see what want to on
9. my own device Answer Internet filtering is a requirement of all public schools per The Children s Internet Protection Act CIPA This requires all Internet access to be filtered regardless of the tool used while in a public school Your device may be yours but you are using the District s network to connect to the Internet and we are required to filter that connection All internet access will be logged Will I still be held accountable for violating the Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers Student Acceptable Use Policy AUP on my own device Answer Yes The AUP applies to your actions while on district property and is independent of the device used 45 STAFF My classroom is not conductive to student owned technology am I required allowing my students to access their devices in classroom Answer We encourage all teachers and staff to consider ways to incorporate and leverage student owned devices in support of increased productivity and enhanced teaching amp learning However there is no requirement that you allow students access to their personal devices Some students may have difficulty accessing the public wireless network with their devices don t have time in class to help them with this Should out a technology help desk ticket request or contact the Tech Department Answer No Students are responsible for working through their own technical difficulties on their own devices
10. not Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers staff These not our devices and we can t allocate resources to support them You are welcome to help if you choose have students accessing the Internet using their or another student s data plan AT amp T Sprint Verizon on their device or through a Wi Fi hot spot created by another student s device hence bypassing our web filter Is this a violation of the Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers Acceptable Use Policy Answer Yes This is a violation of our current policy and the BYOD BYOT policy Students are not permitted to access the Internet via an unfiltered connection while on District property If you find students accessing the Internet this way please confiscate the device and inform the administration for possible disciplinary consequences would like to bring my device to use my classroom Will the district load our anti virus or other software title s to my device Answer No You will not have access to district owned resources on your personal device These resources may include software printers servers etc What are my responsibilities concerning enforcement of these new policies Answer Because the main goal of our BYOD BYOT policy is to support teaching and learning at Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers teachers can be expected to manage this policy as they would most student policies That is if students choose
11. percentage will be calculated and using the above grading scale a final grade will be determined Grade Reports Report cards will either be mailed to students or be made available on ProgressBook at the end of each nine weeks Mid term reports will be distributed to students It is the student s responsibility to share this information with the parent guardian Parents are provided access to ProgressBook to monitor their student s grades and attendance Parents are encouraged to call the school for a conference with the teacher issuing the grade to help determine a way to make their student successful in the classroom 17 Student Make Up Work It is the student s responsibility to find out what work has been missed during excused absence and make arrangements with the instructor for completing the work The number of days for an excused absence will equal the number of days the student has to complete their make up work Teachers may choose to extend days for long term assignments This will be at the discretion of each individual teacher A student assigned to In School Suspension ISS is responsible for completing school work for their teachers while in ISS A student will be counted present for the school day while in ISS however absent from class The individual instructor will give credit for work completed in ISS and students will be able to earn up to 78 of the value for the assignment however daily points parti
12. to the Internet while on district property they must use our filtered wireless network for Internet connectivity 47 My organization is using a Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers building for a meeting activity or event May we use the Public wireless network Answer Yes you will need to sign a Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers District Public User Agreement Form You will be assigned a temporary guest account Your web browser will be automatically redirected to this web form upon launch and be prompted for username password My student s device was stolen or damaged what recourse take Answer The Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers is not responsible for any theft or damage to personally owned devices Theft or vandalism should be reported to building administration so they can take appropriate actions in these cases What are the rules my student will need to follow while using their device Answer Your student will be responsible for following all district rules regulations and policies as well as following the Student Handbook Staff members may also choose to limit restrict or prevent student device use in his her individual classroom as he she determines My student neither owns a device nor would I be willing to allow my student to bring a device to school Will my student be penalized or miss out on instruction Answer Absolutely not Vanguard Sentinel
13. CHARACTER COUNTS 24 7 WE BELIEVE IN THE SIX CORE VALUES OF CHARACTER TRUSTWORTHINESS RESPECT RESPONSIBILTY FAIRNESS CARING CITIZENSHIP STUDENT AND PARENT HANDBOOK 2015 2016 1306 Cedar Street Fremont OH 43420 419 332 2626 www vsctc org Central Office 419 332 2626 Fax 419 334 4308 Greg Edinger Superintendent ext 1001 Alan Binger Treasurer ext 1002 Kevin Dwight Technology Director ext 2110 Vickie Snyder Secretary ext 1003 Sentinel CTC 419 448 1212 Fax 419 334 4308 Elissa Heal Director ext 3001 Bryan Zimmerman Asst Director ext 3002 Crista Stacklin Guidance Counselor ext 3006 Allen Schultz Career Pathways ext 3007 Jenny Reinhart Secretary ext 3008 Michelle Seigley Director s Secretary ext 3003 Pat Misner Attendance Secretary ext 3005 Michelle Spencer VOSE ext 3123 Vanguard Tech Center 419 332 2626 Fax 419 334 4308 Clay Frye Director ext 2319 David Buening Asst Director ext 2320 Lyne Walby Asst Director ext 2224 Christine Jones Guidance Counselor ext 2117 Angela Welly Guidance Counselor ext 2116 Tina Hoelzle Attendance Secretary ext 2321 Sherry Nicholas Director s Secretary ext 2155 Marla Marsh Guidance Secretary ext 2100 Jen Sharp Secretary ext 2322 Robin Brady VOSE ext 2118 Adult Education 419 332 2626 Fax 419 334 4308 Rosemary Krieger Director ext 2710 Lauren Cummings Asst Director ext 2706 VSETG Your Path to Success Welcome to the Vanguard
14. Sentinel Career and Technology Centers As an award winning school district with a long tradition of excellence in CT education the VSCTC value a system of continuous improvement that permeates every aspect of its work in order to become a center of educational excellence We are committed to providing a challenging curriculum skilled instruction and a learning environment that responds to individual student success Our work is guided by the belief that every student is capable of attaining high levels of educational achievement in preparation for meeting the rigorous demands of the twenty first century TABLE OF CONTENTS Administration and 2 rue eek 2 Welcome seems 3 Table OP GOMES A A E e 4 ee a a 7 Daily Bell E neler e i 8 STUDENT INFORMATION Expectations rn ee een een 9 Mission Statements aan st 9 VISION SIAIEMENE E E E E A ea Bene 9 9 Pe Re Cats rece siete 9 Non Diserimination Polynesien ne ee 10 Home School Announcementsi n e ee 10 Extr G rricular S essen ee 10 Distip tionmoft 10 Student Handbook een 10 Use of SCMOOMPHONES ioe 11 Student Emergency Medical
15. ULLYING AND INTIMIDATION POLICY B llying GyberbulVins n sanken 36 Nee 37 Race Color National Origin and Disability 38 GUIDANCE Schedule Change un zen EEE 39 a E a E E a 39 Release ea ee ee 39 Flexible rs een kein 40 Terra Community use een 40 GENERAL POLICIES Board lt er 40 ee een 41 Grievance 0 2 0 2 1111 666 41 Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports 41 APPENDIX A Bring Your Own Technology Policy 42 APPENDIX B Eallege GreditPlus Polley eine rin 49 August 19 21 August 24 September 7 September 15 September 25 October 22 October 23 Oct 26 Oct 30 November 17 November 25 27 December 21 January 4 January 18 January 26 February 15 February 25 February 26 March 14 18 March 29 March 25 29 March 30 May 26 May 27 2015 2016 School Calendar In Service Teacher Work Days Students First Day of School Labor Day No School 2 Hour Late Start 10 30am Staff In Servic
16. a collared oxford or polo shirt t shirts crewneck or hooded sweat shirts long or short sleeve sweaters zip up hoodies quarter zip sweat shirts cardigan sweaters or sweater vests All shirts must have the embroidered logo and name All shirts worn under zip up hoodies quarter zip sweatshirts sweatshirts sweaters cardigans or sweater vests must meet Vanguard Campus shirt requirements Campus Shirts may not have holes cuts or rips stains frays tears writing or other visible signs of degradation The Vanguard Tech Center will not be supplying loner shirts to students who fail to bring the appropriate Campus shirt In the event of a special circumstance the administration may determine it is necessary to provide a shirt for the day Students assigned to In School Suspension or to an alternative school setting will still be required to follow The VSCTC Campus Shirt policy 10 Students may have specific dress code requirements for programs If the 11 program dress code requirements are in line with the Campus Shirt requirements then program dress may be worn to academic classes For example medical aide students who have scrubs that are embroidered and meet the color requirements for Campus shirts may wear their scrubs throughout the day Campus Shirts may not be see through mesh mid riff sleeve less or tank tops Administration reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of any clothing worn on campu
17. ailure to wear the ID defacing the ID or wearing another student s ID may result in disciplinary action The Vanguard Tech Center Dress Code and Campus Shirt Policy The Vanguard Tech Center requires all students to wear Campus Shirts during the school day and follow the Vanguard Tech Center dress code This policy is established to promote pride within the Vanguard Tech Center improve the overall climate within the school and promote discipline within the building The dress code and Campus Shirt policy is also designed to promote a work style environment and prepare students to further their education or enter the workforce Campus Shirts must conform to the following guidelines 29 Must be of the following colors White Black Gray or Royal Blue Campus Shirts must be worn from the time you enter the building until the dismissal bell at 2 42 P M Must have the new Vanguard Tech Center logo and The Vanguard Tech Center embroidered on the left front breast pocket area Dimensions to be larger than 4 wide by 2 high Students have the option of having the name of their program embroidered on shirt within this 4 x 2 area No screen printings will be acceptable Student names home school names or any other additional embroidery will not be acceptable The shirt must be a solid color with no store name brand logos designs price tags or varying shades of the same color within the shirt Shirts may be
18. an unruly child if under 18 years of age Drug and Alcohol Policy No student shall possess distribute convey use or abuse any alcohol drugs drug paraphernalia drug related devices and or any substance that alters the mind or behavior Drug paraphernalia includes but is not limited to rolling papers blunts pipes etc No student shall appear at school or at any school related function under the influence of alcohol drugs or any controlled substance No person shall possess deliver attempt to deliver or cause to be delivered any counterfeit look alike drug and or non controlled substance that resemble a controlled substance Any violation of these rules will result in suspension recommendation of expulsion and notification of the appropriate law enforcement agencies Evidence of use of alcohol or drugs at school or a school related event is a violation of the VSCTC Drug and Alcohol Policy Odor of a drug on student s person will constitute possession for school disciplinary action Dangerous Weapons Students are prohibited from bringing possessing or using a firearm on school property in a school vehicle or to any school sponsored activity If a student brings possesses or uses a firearm on school property in a school vehicle or to any school sponsored activity the Superintendent may expel this student from the school for a period of one calendar year Any such expulsion shall extend as necessary into the school year foll
19. arents may use this area for pick up and drop off except from 2 30 3 00 Buses leaving the facility will have the right of way at all times e Student drivers must observe the posted speed limit of 10 miles per hour e Students must not engage in reckless driving including but not limited to speeding swerving passing other vehicles squealing tires or anything else deemed reckless unsafe by VSCTC staff e Students must go immediately into the building upon arrival at school All vehicles are to leave the campus promptly at the end of the school day e All vehicles should be locked and not left overnight without prior approval VSCTC is not responsible for theft or vandalism to vehicles or contents of vehicles e No vehicle shall display any decals or symbols which could be considered offensive in nature 15 e Students who park in an unauthorized area may have their vehicles towed at the expense e Students are not permitted to ride in the back of pickup trucks Any students who fail to comply with these rules and regulations or who abuse any policy may have their driving privileges to the campus suspended or revoked ACADEMIC PARTICIPATION Credits Earned Students receive three 3 credits a year for successful completion of their Career Tech lab experiences Successful completion of academic classes results in one 1 credit for each All academic classes must be completed for graduation The awarding of credits is
20. as soon as possible after the incident contact the Assistant Director of Operations The student or parents guardians may make contact either by a written report or by telephone or personal visit During the contact the reporting student should provide the name of the person s who he she believes to be responsible for the harassment and the nature of the harassing incident s 38 Each report received by the Assistant Director of Operations as provided above shall be investigated in a timely and confidential manner While a charge is under investigation no information is to be released to anyone who is not involved with the investigation except as required by law or is in the contact of a legal administrative proceeding No one involved is to discuss the subject outside of the investigation Protection Orders A student who is the petitioner of any protection order must provide a copy of the legal order to the Assistant Director of Operations GUIDANCE Schedule Changes Students having a schedule conflict must contact a guidance counselor in the office immediately All schedule changes will be handled by the Guidance Department with the final approval from the building Director Student Services Guidance services are available for all students Your counselor may help you develop a better understanding of your abilities attitudes interests and accomplishments You visit with your guidance counselor before or after schoo
21. at the discretion of the student s home school It is the student s responsibility to be certain graduation requirements have been met at the partner school Assistance may be obtained by request from the Guidance Department Grading Policy Letter Grade Percent 90 100 80 89 70 79 60 69 no O U gt 59 and Below Incomplete Students may receive a daily grade each day based on factors such a punctuality attitude preparedness and effort A student placed in ISS OSS or the Alternative School will receive a zero for their daily points grade Also any student considered truant from class will receive a zero 16 First year students juniors who fail lab will be required to return to their associate school the following year Students failing an academic class in their junior year may move into the senior program only with the approval of the Director Second year students seniors who fail the first semester of lab may be withdrawn and returned to their associate school at semester break Figuring Semester and Final Grades Students will be given an Incomplete grade for a course requirement not completed For students who have not made up the work by the established deadline or two weeks after the last day of the grading period that grade will become an Grades will be weighted accordingly Each Quarter Grade 45 e Semester or Final Exam 10 After averaging the Quarter grades and the exam grade a
22. ating or orchestrating an attack on school systems network e Sending or displaying any message on school computers to other computers e Sending displaying or using obscene language or pictures on the school network e Downloading and saving games or unnecessary or inappropriate pictures or information on the network Using the instructor s computer without their permission e Hacking using attempting to use VSCTC s network to gain unauthorized access to other computer systems Failure to follow the rules concerning computer and network usage will revoke a student s use of any computers and network access at VSCTC will jeopardize grades and will result in other disciplinary and or legal actions Harassment Bullying Cyberbullying and Intimidation Policy Bullying Cyberbullying Bullying in Ohio schools is defined in Ohio law Ohio Revised Code 3313 666 B E as any intentional written verbal graphic or physical act that a student or group of students exhibits toward another particular student more than once and that behavior both causes mental or physical harm to the other student and is sufficiently severe persistent or pervasive that it creates an intimidating threatening or abusive educational environment for the other student Cyberbullying is the above prohibited behavior perpetuated with computers cell phones internet websites and or any other electronic device 36 While the majority of these issues may occur
23. ces for personal business or entertainment purposes is prohibited e g no games 4 Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers will not provide access to our internal resources or servers to any personally owned devices 5 Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers will not provide access to our copiers or printers to any personally owned devices 6 Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers or its staff will not provide any technical assistance on personally owned devices Users are directed to utilize their user manuals and other resources provided by their device manufacturer for technical assistance 7 Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers will not provide the opportunity to charge any personal device It is the responsibility of the user to have a properly charged device before school Frequently Asked Questions STUDENTS When I my device at school how do I access the Public wireless network Answer Most devices will detect the VSCTC Public wireless network automatically and prompt you for a username password You should use the username password that is assigned to you for workstations Do not share this username password with any student or staff member My device is not prompting me to join the Public wireless network Is there another way to connect Answer Usually your device will have an area for network settings that will allow you to enter the posted network
24. cipation points are not received A student who has an unexcused or truant absence will not be able to make up their work The student may receive a zero for the day on any assigned work Out of School Suspension OSS is considered an unexcused absence and work cannot be made up Career Passport Certificates VSCTC confers three different certificates for students who complete their graduation requirements Certificate of Completion with Honors for a student who maintained a grade average of A and maintained a 97 or better attendance record Certificate of Completion with Achievement for a student who maintained a grade average of or better and maintained a 93 or better attendance record and a Certificate of Completion for a student who received a passing grade and maintained a 90 attendance record For a Certificate of Honors and Certificate of Achievement competencies will be listed on the back however no competencies will be listed on a Certificate of Completion Students accepted to a program that complete one year of a program as seniors may be eligible to receive a certificate and may be able to participate in the Career Passport Ceremony at the discretion of the Director 18 Career Passport Ceremony Students who have completed both their VSCTC program requirements and their high school graduation requirements will be permitted to participate in the Career Passport Ceremony Requirements for both must be co
25. dents failing to follow proper procedures will be considered truant All notes requesting early dismissal must be turned into the Attendance Secretary in the main office STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT The Vanguard Sentinel Career Centers Administration realizes that there are varying degrees of involvement in the violation of school adopted rules and regulations When these rules are violated by a student there are many factors which must be considered as to the appropriate disciplinary action to be taken Disciplinary action may include but not be limited to the following 1 Verbal or written warning or reprimand 2 Removal of privileges may include technology field trips and or youth club activities Detentions student responsible for transportation 24 hours notice Emergency removal Conference with parents guardians and student In school suspension Saturday extended school day extended school year suspension Out of school suspension director assistant director or any other licensed administrator within district may suspend up to 10 days EI 24 9 Expulsion up to 80 days or in some cases the Superintendent may expel for one calendar year 10 Court or law enforcement referral 11 Community Service before or after school work assignment 12 Student success and behavior enhancement program SSBE 13 Lowering of grade 14 Restitution Students enrolled in career centers within the VSCTC have the responsibility to ac
26. e No School Parent Teacher Conferences 3 30 7 30pm Parent Teacher Conferences 8 30 12 00pm no school for students OGT Testing 2 Hour Early Release 1 00pm Thanksgiving Break No School Winter Break Begins No School Students Return from Winter Break MLK Day No School 2 Hour Early Release 1 00pm Presidents Day No School Parent Teacher Conferences 3 30 7 30pm Parent Teacher Conferences 8 30 12 00pm no school for students OGT Testing Staff In Service Waiver Day No School Spring Break No School Students Return from Spring Break Students Last Day of School In Service Teacher Work Day Daily Bell Schedule Sentinel 8 10 am 8 25 am 8 25 am 11 10 am 11 40 am 2 35 pm 2 35 pm 2 50 pm Vanguard Tech Center VTC 8 10 am 8 25 am 8 25 am 9 05 am 9 08 am 9 48 am 9 51 am 10 31 am 10 36 am 11 01am Lunch 11 06 am 11 46 am 11 20 am 11 45 am Lunch 11 50 am 12 30 pm 12 33 pm 1 13 pm 1 16 pm 1 56 pm 1 59 pm 2 35 pm 2 35 pm 2 50 pm 8 25 am 11 15 am 11 50 am 2 35 pm Morning Enrichment Morning Lab Afternoon Lab Afternoon Enrichment Morning Enrichment 1st Period 274 Period 3 Period 44 Period 5th Period 6 Period 7 Period 8 Period 9th Period 10 Period Afternoon Enrichment Morning Lab Afternoon Lab STUDENT INFORMATION Expectations We expect you to exhibit an eagerness to learn a positive attitude to be self disciplined to be r
27. e educational process C Physical Contact Threatening or causing unwanted touching contact or attempts at same including patting pinching brushing the body or coerced sexual activity to or by a fellow student staff member or other person associated with the district or by third parties The purpose of this provision is to 1 Protect the confidentially of the student who files a complaint 2 Encourage the reporting of any incidents of sexual racial or other forms of harassment 3 Protect the reputation of any party wrongfully charged with harassment Investigation of a complaint will normally include conferring with the parties involved if under 18 years of age may include parents and any names of apparent witnesses All students and others involved are to be protected from coercion intimidation retaliation or discrimination for filing a complaint or assisting in an investigation 37 The district recognizes that determining whether a particular action or incident is harassment or conversely is reflective of an action without a discriminatory intimidating intent or effect must be based on all facts in the matter Given the nature of harassing behavior the district recognizes that false accusations can have serious effects on innocent individuals Therefore all students are expected to act responsibly honestly and with the utmost candor whenever they present harassment allegations or charges against school emp
28. ervers e Harassing insulting or attacking others through the school network or from home to school computers Damaging computers computer systems or computer networks or servers Attempting to vandalize the computer network or servers by creating computer viruses and or maliciously attempting to harm or destroy materials or data e Violating copyright laws by copying commercial software or files to your computer e Using another s password or sharing your password with others e Viewing or trespassing in another person s folders work or files on VSCTC computers or network e Deleting copying or modifying another student s work or sharing your work with another 35 e Visiting chat rooms or remote logins to your home computer or retrieving your home email or bypassing the proxy server s filtering system Downloading any software or material without your instructor s permission Using unauthorized disks devices thumb drives or CDs without the instructor s permission e Using the computer network servers for financial gain for commercial activity or for any illegal activity e Revealing the personal address or phone number of yourself or any other person without permission from your instructor e Using e mail not following guidelines established by the instructor or without permission e Creating modifying or destroying directories files etc on a computer the network or the school servers without permission e Cre
29. es or threatens physical sexual verbal or emotional abuse to control the person s dating partner Any student feeling they are a victim of bullying or any student or staff member that witnesses an act of bullying should report such an incident to school counselors and or administrative personnel Also students shall not threaten to harm themselves either written or verbally Students who do so will be subject to disciplinary action Be in any fight and or a Attack a student b Incite school disturbance c Threaten coerce intimidate bully cyberbully haze or harass a student d Incite a riot in school or at any school sponsored activity e Sexually harass or impose upon another student Possess handle transmit or control any object which can be reasonably or legally considered a weapon a Weapons may include firearms knives fireworks explosives or detonating devices or counterfeits look a likes b Weapons may include lab tools possessed out of the lab setting Violate Vanguard Sentinel s established drug and alcohol policy Deliberately initiate a bomb threat a false fire alarm or starting or attempting to start an unauthorized fire Violate any safety rules or create a situation whereby the safety or well being of themselves other students or school personnel is put in jeopardy Steal destroy or deface school public or private property while on school property or under school jurisdiction This would i
30. es the right to determine the appropriateness of attire and use appropriate means to ensure that garments meet the above guidelines w Procedure for Tobacco Violations Senate Bill 218 and Ohio Revised Code 3313 751 It is unlawful for any student in public schools to smoke chew tobacco or to possess any substance containing tobacco or papers used to roll cigarettes in any area under the control of a public school or at any 32 school supervised activity Also a student shall not use possess or distribute an alternative nicotine product as referenced in House Bill 144 and Ohio Revised Code 2927 02 Alternative nicotine product means an electronic cigarette or any other product or device that consists of or contains nicotine that can be ingested into the body by any means including but not limited to chewing smoking absorbing dissolving or inhaling The first tobacco related or alternative nicotine product related violation on VSCTC property or school activity will result in an automatic three 3 day out of school suspension A second tobacco related violation will result in a five 5 day out of school suspension parent conference and unruly child charges filed into court if under 18 years of age or placed on a behavior contract if 18 years of age or older A third tobacco related violation will result in a ten 10 day out of school suspension with recommendation for expulsion and filed into court as
31. espectful of others and to be at school every day and on time In return you should expect a high quality education in a safe and secure educational environment provided by dedicated experienced professional teachers who care about your success Mission Statement Vanguard Sentinel Career and Technology Centers are committed to providing the future workforce with essential skills to be successful Vision Statement Vanguard Sentinel Career and Technology Centers will be the essential resource of challenging transformational career education and workforce development Visitors to VSCTC In order to maintain a safe school environment all visitors should make prior arrangement with the High School Office Visitors will only be permitted after normal school hours at 2 50pm When arriving at VSCTC all visitors must check in at the High School Office and receive a visitor s pass Building passes will be issued at the discretion of the administration Please note Students are not permitted to bring student visitors to school without the approval of the administration FERPA Directory Information VSCTC follows the guidelines of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act FERPA regarding all student records Under Ohio law directory information includes information such as student name address telephone listing birthdate etc This information can be released to various colleges recruiters agencies and employers unless the pare
32. evice to school Will s he be accessing the same resources as a school device Answer No Students will only access the Internet and any web based resources like ITSLearning A ProgressBook etc through a filtered connection NOTE Some devices like the iPad don t support all technologies such as Flash which may be required to access some district provided web resources Am required to load any additional software before my student brings his her device to school Answer Not currently Anti virus software however is always advised as other students staff may have devices without anti virus software and or with infections The Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers is not responsible for damage or data loss on your personal device I would like to allow my student to bring a device to school but not have access the Internet Is this possible Answer You are responsible for conveying your expectations to your student and you may manage their device as you see fit There are many software programs you can use to lock down your student s device It is however not the Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers responsibility to ensure your student follows your rules It is also not a requirement that student devices be connected to our wireless network they may use devices without an Internet connection Our policy does state that students may not use any other network or service to connect
33. fines are not paid Field Trips Students will have the opportunity to participate in school sponsored field trips Emergency Medical Forms must also be taken on off campus trips Special dress requirements may be required to participate on a trip Field trips are restricted during Ohio Graduation Testing The Code of Conduct applies anytime under school supervision or direction including overnight events Students may be excluded from field trips based on their grades disciplinary issues or attendance issues as determined by the administration Please note Students are not permitted to drive to field trips 12 Lockers Students will be provided the use of a locker by VSCTC VSCTC assumes no responsibility for lost items from any hall or lab locker Lockers are the property ofthe VSCTC Board of Education Lockers carry no expectation of privacy for the students who use them School lockers desks cabinets toolboxes etc and their contents are subject to search by school authorities at any time and without warning using whatever methods are available to VSCTC ORC 3313 20 VSCTC participates with local authorities in random canine drug searches Students are expected to use only the lockers assigned Contents of the lockers are the responsibility of the student assigned to that locker Cafeteria VSCTC has a closed lunch period and students must eat in the cafeteria even if the student brings the lunch from home No lunches will
34. he day of an extracurricular event will be ineligible to attend the event e Any student who has been assigned OSS during the school year will be reviewed and eligibility will be determined by the administration e Students who are over their attendance limit for the semester when the extracurricular event occurs will be reviewed by the administration to determine eligibility To be eligible to hold a student office for a VSCTC group or club a student must maintain a C average and have fewer than five 5 in school suspension days and zero 0 out of school suspensions The average will be determined by each 9 weeks grades If a student has a grade of D they will be placed on a 9 week probationary period If the D is not brought up to a C or higher by the end of the next grading period the student will lose their office A grade of F will result in the immediate removal of office with no probationary period National Technical Honor Society The mission of NTHS is to honor student achievement and leadership promote educational excellence and enhance career opportunities for the NTHS membership Students who maintain a 3 25 or higher in all courses while enrolled at the VSCTC are eligible for induction into NTHS In addition teacher recommendation attendance discipline leadership community service and other criteria are considered for membership Final approval is determined by the VSCTC Administration
35. ithin the building Jewelry may not be worn during lab time unless approved by the instructor All students are required to meet the dress requirements in lab as determined by the lab instructor Students are discouraged from wearing their Campus Shirts during lab time that may cause the shirts to be damaged or ruined Students should wear the lab appropriate uniform during lab time or protective garments to keep shirts clean Students are responsible for keeping their Campus Shirts clean and appropriate and Vanguard will not supply loner shirts to students who fail to follow this policy Administration reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of any clothing worn on campus 31 Employability Safety and Grooming Code 1 Shoes shall be worn at all times 2 Hair must be clean and combed so as not to obstruct vision It is recommended hair be designed in such a manner as to be acceptable in the occupational area in which the student is being trained In areas of instruction where the length of the hair constitutes a safety factor hairnets must be worn at all times Exception would be in programs where special head wear would be needed for additional safety and the well being of the students Jewelry may not be worn in laboratories unless approved by the instructor 4 The administration reserves the right to decide on the suitability of any and all attire worn to school Extreme wearing apparel as determined by the administra
36. l during lunch or during class with permission from your instructor Early Release Students who qualify to have Early Release at The Vanguard Tech Center are required to meet the following criteria and have the permission of their parent guardian 1 The student must maintain a grade of or better in all classes 2 The student must maintain 90 attendance and have no discipline issues 3 The student must provide his her own transportation 4 Ifthe student is a bus rider he she must remain in the Student Union until the end of the school day 39 Flexible Credit VSCTC offers students the option of credit flexibility Credit flexibility is any alternative course work assessment or performance that demonstrates proficiency needed to be awarded equivalent graduation credit as approved by the school district Approved credit awarded through this policy will be posted on the student s transcript and counted as required graduation credit in the related subject area or as an elective Terra Community College Students enrolled in a Vanguard Tech Center program with a Terra Community College component are expected to maintain regular attendance at their Terra classes The Vanguard Tech Center will help provide transportation to and from Terra when possible However the final responsibility for transportation to and from Terra lies on each student and or their parent guardian Courses at Terra are taught by and graded by Terra facul
37. loyees other students or third parties Race Color National Origin and Disability Harassment A Verbal written or verbal innuendoes slurs comments jokes insults threats or disparaging remarks concerning a person s race color national origin sex gender disability religious beliefs etc to or by a fellow student staff member or other persons associated with the district or by third parties B Non Verbal placing object pictures or graphic commentaries in the school environment or making insulting or threatening gestures to or by a fellow student staff member or other person associated with the district or by third parties This includes the use of electronic media that disrupts the educational process C Physical any intimidating or disparaging action such as hitting hissing cussing spitting hazing bullying on or by a fellow student staff members or other persons associated with the district or by third parties Any student who believes that he she is the victim of any of the above actions or has observed such actions taken by another student staff member or other persons associated with the district or by third parties should promptly take the following steps 1 If the alleged harasser is a student staff member or third party or other persons associated with the particular school in the district other than the Assistant Director of Operations the affected students or their parents guardians should
38. mpleted at the time of the Ceremony in order for the student to participate Students who fail a career tech program will not be allowed to participate in the Career Passport Ceremony and will not receive a Career Passport Students who have not met academic requirements for their home school will not be allowed to participate in the Career Passport Ceremony Students who fail an academic course during the second semester and are credit deficient after tne second semester of the senior year will not be allowed to participate the Career Passport Ceremony If approved by the home school students may work in A at the VSCTC to recover their credit s prior to home school graduation However even if the A is completed prior to the VSCTC Passport Ceremony the student will not be permitted to participate in the Career Passport Ceremony student will not graduate from their home school the contents of the Career Passport will be withheld until all requirements are met for graduation Any extenuating circumstances concerning the Career Passport Ceremony will be left to the discretion of the Administration Youth Organizations BPA FCCLA FEA FFA DECA and SkillsUSA Ohio at VSCTC are associated directly with the student s career technical area Their main purposes are to develop leadership skills foster cooperation develop an awareness and appreciation of good citizenship and to upgrade students skills in group social
39. n equipment without proper authorization 17 Make or possess unauthorized projects at school 18 Falsely report incidents make accusations or give false testimony to school personnel 19 Fail to fulfill all disciplinary requirements 20 Repeatedly or habitually violate any or all of the rules in this Code of Conduct 21 Fail to comply with applicable Ohio Revised Codes especially ORC 3313 66 as amended ORC 3313 661 and local ordinances Electronic Device Policy In an attempt to foster 21st century skills and embrace new and emerging technologies VSCTC campus only will allow student electronic device use in a limited capacity Students may use electronic devices during appropriate times For example prior to school in the cafeteria during lunch and when permitted by the instructor Electronic device use will be considered a privilege and may be revoked by the administration at any time if used inappropriately Inappropriate use of electronic devices may include but is not limited to e Cyberbullying harassment or intimidation through text messaging email or any other form of electronic communication e Any use of social media during the school day for cyberbullying harassment or intimidation e Use during instructional time when not permitted by the instructor e Using an electronic device to cheat or plagiarize on quizzes tests or other academic work e Taking video or pictures of staff or students during the school day without
40. nces for which a pupil may be legally absent from school 1 Personal or extended family illness verified by a doctor in writing copy of medical bill or hospital release 2 Legal business may be verified by a note from the court or other court documentation Quarantine of the home verified in writing by a doctor or health official 4 Observance of a bona fide religious holiday Participation may be documented with a program from the service or a note from the religious leader S 21 5 Death of a relative can be documented with a copy of the obituary or a program from the funeral Attendance Reporting Proper reporting of tardiness and absenteeism is very important to business industry and VSCTC In order to prepare students for the world of work VSCTC requires that parents guardians VSCTC on the day of their child s absence If parents guardians cannot call they must have their child bring a note from them on the day their child returns to school Failure to do so will result in being marked as unexcused and receiving no credit for the day After one week from return of absence if the student still has no verification of absence from the parent guardian the student may be considered truant and may receive time in ISS and or OSS and a referral to the appropriate county court may take place The only way an unexcused absence can be changed to an excused absence within one week from return of absence is by a doctor s excuse or
41. nclude a Any degree of involvement in such acts b Possession of any stolen goods 26 C Selling and or purchasing any stolen goods 8 Use profane obscene or abusive language or gestures that are either physically or electronically generated 9 Misuse electronic information communication systems vandalism of computer equipment unauthorized access to information or school records invasion of computer privacy copyright violations plagiarism hacking and or other tampering with hardware or software is prohibited The use of a computer which in any way violates the student code of conduct is prohibited Use of devices that would disrupt computer or video equipment functions is prohibited 10 Disrupt the educational process in the classroom or instructional areas This could include but is not limited to a Throwing food or other items Showing insubordination or disrespect Abusing hall pass Any form of gambling or unauthorized card playing Use of radios CD or MP3 players IPODS recorders pagers cell phones or any type of electronic devices Violation of this rule will result in disciplinary action parental contact and confiscation of the cell phone The Vanguard Sentinel administration has the right to confiscate cellular phones and electronic items indefinitely Contents of cell phones and electronic devices may be searched if there is reasonable suspicion that it may have been used in an activity
42. ncy Medical Services to the nearest hospital A student who becomes ill at school should request permission from his her teacher to go to the office A parent guardian custodian or designated contact from the student s Emergency Medical Authorization Form will be contacted if a student requires dismissal from school 11 Change of Address Phone Number Custody Should there be a change of address phone number or custody it is the responsibility of the student or parent guardian to notify the office to make the appropriate changes Payment of School Fees All program fees will be due before a Career Passport will be issued to a student To be eligible for field trips or to compete in local district regional state or national competition all Student Activity Fees must be paid in full A student who is experiencing financial hardship may pay school fees on a payment plan established by the school cashier Any textbook or other school property that is lost damaged or unaccounted for will be charged to the student at the replacement cost Textbooks and Workbooks Textbooks are the property of the Vanguard Sentinel Board of Education and are loaned to the student The textbooks become the student s personal responsibility Students will be charged the true value of the book for any book that is lost Fines will be assessed for any misuse marking in books etc Grade reports credits and certificates may be withheld if assessed
43. nt or student 18 years or older notifies the school in writing by September 15 of each school year that he she will not permit distribution of the directory information If you would like to opt out of releasing your child s directory information your request will be honored Please keep in mind that VSCTC will not be able to release information to any third party including colleges and employers once you opt out If you wish to opt out please contact the office Non Discrimination Policy The VSCTC does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups Home School Announcements To keep students informed of events at their partner schools messages may be sent and read over the public address system posted in designated areas of the building or posted on the scrolling digital screen in the cafeteria No student shall post articles or notices on the bulletin board without first obtaining permission from the office Associate school announcements will be posted in the showcases in the cafeteria as they are received Morning announcements from the VSCTC offices will include events from both VSCTC and the home schools Students should make every effort to listen to all school announcements Announcements will also be posted to the VSCTC website Extra Curricular Activities Student
44. o the Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers Student Acceptable Use Policy student code of conduct board policies building policies and administrative guidelines already in place there are additional guidelines policies users should be aware of 1 All devices should by default be set to mute silent 2 Students are prohibited from using electronic devices to capture record or transmit the audio or images i e pictures video of any student staff member or other person on school property or while attending a school related activity without the express prior notice and explicit consent for the capture recording or 43 transmission of such audio or images Using an electronic device to capture record or transmit audio or images of an individual or group without his her their consent is considered an invasion of privacy and is not permitted Students who violate this provision and or use an electronic device to violate the privacy rights of another person may have their device confiscated and held until the end of the school year Additional consequences may apply at the discretion of the principal or designee 3 Student use of any electronic device while in class while participating in school activities e g extra curricular activities and while participating in school related functions is restricted to academic or instructional purposes only as determined by the instructor During these times the use of such devi
45. ol The school cannot be responsible for their safekeeping and will not be liable for loss or damage to personal valuables Student Vehicle Policy Permission to drive a vehicle to and from school is under the jurisdiction of the VSCTC Administration All students driving to and from VSCTC must register their vehicle with the office within the first full week of the school year and keep it current throughout the year In the event a student drives to school only on special occasions a temporary parking permit must be obtained from the office Any students not displaying an approved parking permit may be subject to towing at the owner s expense Students must have and maintain a valid driver s license in order to have driving privileges Students must present their driver s license at the time they register for a parking permit Parking permits must be displayed on your rear view mirror Search of a student and his her possessions including vehicles may be conducted if there is a reasonable suspicion that the student is in violation of school rules Any student who exercises the privilege of parking a vehicle on school grounds shall be considered to have given implied consent to a search of such vehicle at any time a search is requested by the school administration Failure to comply with a reasonable search will be considered insubordination Student traffic is not permitted in areas reserved for school buses loading and unloading students P
46. owing the school year in which the incident occurred 33 Students are also prohibited from bringing possessing or using knives on school property in a school vehicle or to any school sponsored activity The definition of a knife includes but is not limited to a cutting instrument consisting of a sharp blade fastened to a handle If a student brings possesses uses a knife on school property in a school vehicle or to any school sponsored activity the Superintendent may if authorized by the Board expel the student from school with the same expulsion implications as noted above The board may extend the right to expel a student for reasons beyond the possession or use of a firearm or knife Students who bring possess or use other dangerous weapons which are defined but not limited to metal knuckles straight razors explosives noxious irritation or poisonous gases poisons drugs or other items possessed with the intent to use sell harm threaten or harass students staff members parents or community members may be subject to expulsion Search and Seizure Any VSCTC administrator has the right and duty to conduct a reasonable search of a student anytime the student is under the jurisdiction of the Board of Education and or of the student s personal property may include bags purses coats cell phones etc lockers and vehicle when the administrator has received information or evidence that the student may have on his her pe
47. p ee a a el 18 Career Passport 18 Career Passport Ceremony 19 YoulH Organizatllons 19 een er at eg 20 National Technical Honor Society un en eee 20 JOD Placement nee 21 ATTENDANCE Attendance and Tardiness Poliey ns Beeren 21 Attendance essen ae 22 Excused Unexcused Absence 22 Absences Planned in AGVanGe cis ers 23 ee Brose 23 Driver s Lieense Revocallon am ee area 24 Student Request to Leave VSCTC during the 24 STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT eine au 24 Electronic Device Polly sen a ana 28 Cell Phone and Electronic Device Content 29 School ID Cards 29 Dress Code and Campus Shirt Polyester 29 Employability Safety and Grooming 32 Tobaceo Violations Pf cedurer rennen 32 and Alcohol 33 Dangerous Weapons 33 DEA ANG 34 Gomputer Use Agreement ih 35 HARASSMENT BULLYING CYBERB
48. posted in each classroom and lab School Safety Plan The VSCTC has provided a safety plan in accordance with ORC 3313 536 for the safety of all students and staff A copy of the plan and procedures has been provided to all instructors and staff Students shall follow the directions of their instructor or any employee during an actual emergency Eighteen Year Old Students Students eighteen years of age or older will be treated the same as all other students and will be expected to comply with all school rules regulations policies and state laws Independent Student Status If a student is no longer financially dependent upon his her parents no longer living at home and eighteen 18 years of age or older he she must bring a copy of some documentation to the office with his her parent guardian signature Video Surveillance The interior and exterior of VSCTC buildings are under surveillance by video equipment A recording may be used as evidence by the Administration or by law enforcement in any situation involving violation of any rule regulation policy or law The information recorded is only available to VSCTC administrators and is not available to any outside sources including parents and students Use of Buildings Grounds Any student or group meeting before or after school must secure permission for use from the building s Director 14 Student Valuables Students are encouraged NOT to bring items of value to scho
49. prohibited by the Code of Conduct Being in unauthorized areas Violating the Employability Safety and Grooming Code Showing public display of affection or sexual acts Students should not engage in kissing embracing or any sexual acts physical contact or displays not appropriate to the educational environment Selling any product not authorized by Vanguard Sentinel school officials Failing to have necessary lab or classroom supplies and or equipment Possessing or consuming food or beverage in any area other than the cafeteria Showing disruptive or dangerous behavior such as yelling running tripping or pushing on school premises or any area under school jurisdiction Giving false information Falsification of information is any act of providing false information lying or misrepresenting the truth including falsely reporting incidents making false accusations or providing false 27 statements which may adversely affect the welfare of others This includes but is not limited to false absence excuses or forging parent notes or signatures 11 Smoke possess use convey or be involved in the use of any tobacco product or supplies Senate Bill 218 and Ohio Revised Code 3313 715 12 Be truant or tardy 13 Violate the Driving Rules and Regulations 14 Cheat on tests homework quizzes computer work reports or any other school assignment 15 Plagiarize another s ideas or words without their knowledge 16 Use school duplicatio
50. ptops Cell phones have their own independent policy 42 Areas Times of Use Area Time of Use Use Permitted Classrooms Staff Discretion Hallways Class Change Yes Restrooms Locker Rooms Cafeteria Lunch Yes District Sponsored Extra Curricular Staff Discretion Internet Access When using personal devices at school students and staff will only be permitted to access the Internet through the Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers 5 Public wireless network This is the same Filtered Internet connection that all school computers use Security and Damages The responsibility to keep any personally owned device secure and safe rests entirely with the individual owner Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers is not responsible for any device damaged or stolen while on district property It is recommended that all devices be labeled or otherwise identified before being brought to school Privileges and rights Use of this wireless resource is a privilege not a right intended to enhance teaching and learning Users may be denied access at any time for any reason Students should not have the expectation of privacy on any device they bring into the Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers If staff members suspect improper use and or abuse of this or related policies they have the right to examine related BYOT student technology at any time Guidelines In addition t
51. r the grievance will be presented to the Superintendent for a decision If the grievance is not satisfactorily settled by the Superintendent the complaint is to be forwarded to the U S Department of Education Team Leader Office of Civil Rights 600 Superior Avenue East Suite 750 Bank One Centre Cleveland Ohio 44104 2611 Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Restraint and Seclusion The VSCTC implements PBIS on a system wide basis Restraint or seclusion shall not occur except when there is an immediate risk of physical harm to the student or others and shall occur only in a manner that protects the safety of all children and adults at the school Every use of restraint or seclusion shall be documented and reported in accordance with OAC 3301 35 15 All student personnel as defined by OAC 3301 35 15 are trained annually on the PBIS policy Parents wishing to initiate a complaint investigation by VSCTC regarding incidents of restraint or seclusion may do so by calling 419 332 2626 x2319 41 APPENDIX A Bring Your Own Technolo BYOT A guide for Students Staff and Parents Purpose Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers are committed to moving towards a 21st century learning environment As part of this commitment Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers allows students staff and community members access to a new Public wireless network using their own technology With teacher staff app
52. roval students will be able to access a filtered Internet connection to be used for educational purposes We realize that not every student owns a device and for those who do some may choose not to bring their personally owned technology to school Additionally there is absolutely no expectation that parents should provide a device to their child for this program Plan Students staff community members and guests may begin bringing their devices to School Users will be prompted to accept the Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers Public User Agreement every 4 hours Students staff and other district employees will be responsible for adhering to all other district building acceptable use policies codes of conduct or administrative guidelines while using the district s public network Students staff community members and guests who do not accept the VSCTC Public User Agreement form will not be permitted network access Once a user has accepted the VSCTC Public User Agreement form they will have access to a filtered Internet connection where users are not permitted to bypass this filter for any reason Policy Definition of Technology For the purpose of this B Y O D B Y O T program Technology means any privately owned or assigned from another school district wireless communication device or portable electronic equipment This includes but is not limited to smartphones tablets netbooks iOS devices and la
53. rson in his her lockers or vehicle any of the following ORC 3313 20 1 substance dangerous to persons or property An object considered to be a weapon An explosive and or detonation device Possession of items believed to be stolen Drugs drug paraphernalia or drug related devices Other reasonable and justifiable causes DORIS In all cases the administrator must have the search witnessed by another staff member and conduct such search in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code and court rulings Searches may include the assistance of dogs trained to detect the presence of drugs VSCTC may be filming student and staff activity for the safety and security of all students and staff The administration has the right to confiscate any and all of the above Failure to comply with a reasonable search will be considered insubordination 34 Computer Use Agreement Use of the computer and Internet has been provided to students for educational purposes by the Vanguard Sentinel Career and Technology Centers Board of Education However some material accessible via the Internet may contain items that are illegal defamatory or potentially offensive to some people Access to the Internet is given as a privilege to students who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner We require that students and parents or guardians to read and abide by the rules for acceptable use of the computer Internet network and servers of VSCTC By signing the s
54. s 30 Pants Shorts Dresses and Skirts Students may wear jeans denim khakis corduroys or cotton twill pants Students should not wear jeans or slacks that are poorly fitted or drag on the floor No sweatpants pajama pants spandex leggings yoga pants leotard pants pajama pants miniskirts cut offs or other excessively tight short bottoms Pants must not have holes tears or rips Pants must also be free of stains burns or other signs of severe degradation Shorts Skirts and dresses should all be of the appropriate length The length is deemed appropriate if the bottom of the finished hem of the garment reaches the knee Administration reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of any clothing worn on campus Other Dress Code Notes Oo Students with identified medical and or special needs requiring accommodations to the Campus Shirt policy must be approved by the administration All clothing must be appropriate and not advertise drugs alcohol illegal substances illegal activities or be sexually explicit All clothing shall not be excessively tight or loose Pants must be able to remain about the hips unassisted or by use of a belt or student will be in violation of the dress code No metal chains spiked accessories dog collars or other hardware apparel Students will not be allowed to wear gloves or fingerless gloves as an accessory Sunglasses hats or other headgear are not permitted w
55. s enrolled at the VSCTC are members of their respective classes at their partner school They are eligible and encouraged to participate in athletics music theatre dances and other extra curricular activities Athletic eligibility will be determined by the partner school The VSCTC staff will cooperate in providing requested grades and other information Distribution of Materials Posters signs etc may be distributed in the school with permission from the Director Students have the right to appeal the Director s decision to the Superintendent or his her designee Distribution of politically oriented materials is prohibited Student Handbook The Student Handbook will be available for students and parents to view on the Vanguard Sentinel Career and Technology Centers website www vsctc org Students will no longer be issued paper copies of the handbook Students who do not have access to the internet may receive a hard copy of the handbook from the main office 10 Use of School Phones Telephone Messages Students will not be called to the telephone except in an emergency Important messages from parents or employers may be taken for later delivery to a student There is a designated phone in the main office for students A student must receive permission from the office staff or administration to use the phone Telephones in classrooms and labs are not for student use Student Emergency Medical Authorization In accordance wi
56. t in such a way as not to interfere with the educational rights and safety of other students By accepting the responsibility to participate in school programs on or off school property the students shall also accept the responsibility to conduct themselves according to the rules and regulations governing the operations of these programs All Vanguard Sentinel Career Center rules and regulations are in effect during all school sponsored activities All suspensions and or expulsions will be in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Ohio Revised Codes 3313 66 and 3313 661 If a student is suspended or expelled by the home school or VSCTC the student may not be present on school property of either school and will not be permitted to attend classes or activities of either school during the period of time in which such action is in effect A student has the right to appeal the suspension and or expulsion to the Board of Education or its designee A student will have 3 school days after the date of the suspension in which to file an appeal Should a student who is 18 or older or a student s parent s or guardian s choose to appeal the suspension he she must do so within 10 days of the notice of suspension The procedure for such will be provided in regulations approved by the Board A verbatim record will be kept of the hearing which may be held in executive session at the request of the student parent or guardian In the cases of expulsion no
57. th Section 3313 712 of the Ohio Revised Code an emergency medical form is provided to the parent or guardian of every pupil The form is to be completed by the parent or guardian and returned to the school within the second week of attendance Any student who does not return their Emergency Medical Form will not be permitted to participate in lab activities Students must maintain adequate medical insurance VSCTC does not provide insurance however it offers a plan through an insurance company It is the responsibility of the parent guardian to notify the school of a student with a physical handicap chronic illness or disability In case of emergency injury students will be transported to the nearest hospital Student Medication Students should not be carrying prescribed or non prescribed drugs or medication A student who is under a doctor s care and taking prescription or non prescription drugs must have their parent or guardian notify the office indicating the physician s name and type of drug prescribed The student must not transmit or attempt to transmit prescription or non prescription drugs A student not following these rules may be considered in violation of the school district s drug and alcohol policy 55 All injuries must reported to a staff member In emergency the school will contact a parent guardian If needed the student will be transported for further medical treatment by the Emerge
58. their permission or knowledge 28 e Displaying or accessing inappropriate material e Electronic devices are not permitted and should not be visible during VSCTC exams or OGT Testing e Cell phones are not permitted in In School Suspension When students arrive in the ISS room cell phones will be turned off and placed in a designated area The VSCTC administration reserves the right to determine the appropriate use of all electronic devices on school grounds Cell Phone and Electronic Device Content All students are responsible for the content on all electronic devices brought on to school grounds including cell phones The administration has the right to confiscate and search any electronic device if there is reasonable evidence to suggest the school code of conduct has been violated School ID Cards Sentinel CTC only ID cards are an essential component of school safety and security Each student and staff member will be photographed for a SCTC photo ID card Every student must their student ID card in their possession at alltimes while on school grounds exceptions include lab classes with machinery special activities etc All students must show their ID cards when asked by any staff member ID cards must not be defaced tagged or altered Lost stolen altered damaged or defaced ID cards must be replaced IMMEDIATELY through the main office Cost for replacement is 5 00 for ID cards and 2 00 for breakaway lanyards F
59. tice of appeal must be filed with the Treasurer within three days of the Superintendent s decision Should a student receive consequences i e ISS Alternative school at his her home school that prevents him her to attend Vanguard Sentinel for the day s the student will be marked unexcused for the day s In addition any student emergency removed from his her home school for the remainder of the school day will be marked unexcused Students who violate the following rules regulations and policies may receive disciplinary action ranging from verbal warning to expulsion Specific disciplinary action 25 and credit recovery shall depend upon the severity of the offense and or the number of times the student has been involved in school problems A student shall not 1 Assault or attack a Vanguard Sentinel employee visitor or other students at VSCTC or at school authorized functions nor evoke or threat with intent to cause personal harm or damage to belongings against any of the above mentioned persons Verbal or written expression of violence towards the above mentioned persons will not be tolerated Students are to refrain from any act of bullying towards other students Bullying is defined as any intentional gesture or any intentional written verbal or physical act or threat that a student has exhibited toward other students more than once This includes dating violence which is defined as a pattern of behavior where a person us
60. tion that causes distractions or interrupts the educational process is not permitted Examples include but are not limited to studded jewelry chains other than those worn about the neck sunglasses unless authorized by a doctor any garment which fails to cover the mid section of the body clothing or patches that contain symbols words or pictures that are sexually suggestive Big Johnson Hooters etc t shirts drug or alcohol related gang related obscene or profane and clothing with holes or tears 5 Students must wear clean uniforms and or other safety apparel that complies with O S H A State Industrial and Commissary Code or specific program or school guidelines Students who fail to have proper attire or proper safety apparel as required will not be permitted to participate in laboratory activities 6 Students failing to participate in lab activities as assigned by the lab instructor in an appropriate manner may be removed from lab Headwear of any type is not to be worn in the building Outer coats or jackets are not to be worn in the building during the school day Mesh sleeveless or shirts with revealing necklines are not to be worn 0 Shorts are permitted at VCTC only if they conform to the standards of good taste and appropriate length knee length 11 All pants or shorts worn by students must be of a size and style that they will remain about the hips unassisted and not expose undergarments The administration reserv
61. to abuse this privilege or make choices that impede their own or others learning teachers have the right and responsibility to provide effective classroom management This means that teachers may monitor students on task redirect inappropriate choices and even make office referrals Ultimately students are expected to be responsible for understanding the expectations of the BYOD BYOT policy and abiding by its rules and guidelines in the school and in your classroom If there is any confusion around this 46 policy it is the student s responsibility to ask you questions and obtain the necessary clarifications and guidance What should I do if a student reports a lost missing or stolen item Answer Students technology is their responsibility and we will encourage them to keep it with themselves or store it in a locked locker While we will support the BYOD BYOT policy through assemblies and or common sense coaching the unfortunate reality is that a device may go missing occasionally If the loss occurs in your classroom i e during class manage the situation as you might for any lost missing or potentially stolen item Often times the classroom community will support the rightful return of the missing item If it appears theft has occurred a teacher should direct the student to the administration to report their loss leave a statement and or file a police report PARENTS 1 will be permitting my student to bring a d
62. tudent code of conduct students and parent guardians accept the following 1 Students are responsible for good behavior when using the computer server network and the Internet just as they are in a school building General school rules for behavior and communications apply to computer usage Computer or district network storage areas may be treated like school lockers Network administrators may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are using the system responsibly VSCTC reserves the right to monitor inspect copy review and store at any time without prior notice any and all usage of the computer network and Internet access and any and all information transmitted or received in connection with such usage Users should not expect that files will always be private they can be deleted by the network administrators All such information files shall be and remain the property of VSCTC and no user shall have any expectation of privacy regarding such materials When students leave their computer workstation they should log off or lock their computer so no other student can access their files or computer If students lose computer privileges of any sort they are still responsible to complete all projects that require computer access outside of school The following list includes but is not limited to violations deemed inappropriate by VSCTC administration on the use of the computer network and s
63. ty and are not factored into The Vanguard Tech Center lab grades A student who fails his her course at Terra Community College will be billed for the course and will owe Terra the tuition GENERAL POLICIES Board Policy Students are responsible to all VSCTC Board policies as listed in the Vanguard Sentinel Career and Technology Center Policy Manual The VSCTC admits students without regard to sex race creed national origin or handicap but may limit admission to the space and facilities available Home school calendars may differ from the VSCTC calendar i e Winter Break Spring Break parent conference etc However students are required to follow the calendar of VSCTC 40 Equal Opportunity If any student or staff believes that VSCTC or any of the district s staff has inadequately applied the principles and or regulations of 1 Title VI race color national origin of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 2 Title IX sexual discrimination of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972 3 Section 504 disability of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and or 4 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 as amended 20 U S C etc Seq he she may bring forward a complaint which shall be referred to as a grievance to the District s Compliance Officer who may be reached at 419 332 2626 Grievance Procedure If a grievance is not satisfactorily settled by the building administrator and or the Title VI Title IX Section 504 coordinato
64. uch request must be made by the parent or guardian prior to the absence Tardiness When arriving late to school students must stop in the office to receive an admit slip A morning student will be considered tardy up to 9 20am A student arriving after 9 20am will be considered absent in the AM and will need to verify the absence to avoid discipline for truancy Sentinel CTC students have until 12 50pm to report before they are considered absent As part of VSCTC s attendance policy tardiness and the refusal to verify absences will be reflected in a student s grade All grades will include an attendance timeline component 23 Driver s License Revocation The Vanguard Sentinel Career amp Technology Centers School District may notify the Bureau of Motor Vehicles of any student violating the following 1 Withdrawal from school prior to the age of eighteen years 2 Having unexcused absences from school for ten 10 consecutive or fifteen 15 total days 3 Violating the district s drug and alcohol policy Upon notification the Bureau of Motor Vehicles may revoke the student s driver s license or right to apply for a license until the age of eighteen years Student Request to Leave VSCTC During the Day Permission to leave the building during the school day will be granted only by the Administration This includes all 18 year olds IN ALL CASES verification from home is necessary and student must sign out at the office Stu
65. verification from the home school Doctor s excuses will only be accepted for appointments during Vanguard Sentinel time and appointments for the student and or IMMEDIATE family Students have one week from return of an absence to present a doctor s excuse When returning from an absence students must go to the office before class begins to get an admit slip to present to their instructor Excused and Unexcused Absence Policy The attendance policy at the VSCTC requires all students who are absent more than six 6 days in a given semester or twelve 12 days in a school year to have a physician medical excuse for any absences to be excused Doctor s excuses will not count towards the twelve 12 days Students have one week to get the doctor s excuse turned into the office This policy applies to 18 year old students as well Any absence over six 6 per semester or twelve 12 per school year that are not verified by a Doctor s excuse will result in the student receiving a zero for the day in all classes A student who misses 20 consecutive school days without medical documentation may be withdrawn and returned to their associate school Any student accumulating 20 or more unexcused absences during their junior year may be returned to his her home school after reviewing attendance discipline and grades 22 Absences Planned in Advance A student or parent guardian custodian needs to notify the school in advance of any 1 Doctor

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