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Student & Family Handbook

2018 – 2019

The Student & Family Handbook is designed and intended to provide family and students with information concerning

general policies, rules, and regulations. Throughout the year this handbook may be subject to changes as necessary. For

additional information or if you have any questions or need clarification on any of the items discussed, please contact the

Principal, Adierah Berger, or the School Office staff.

This Handbook Belongs to: _______________________________________

The mission of the International High School of New Orleans is to educate and

nurture a diverse learning community through the International Baccalaureate

Programme, world languages, and intercultural appreciation to succeed in a

global economy

The International High School of New Orleans is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not discriminate

in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, creed,

disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or gender expression. The Head of School has been designated to handle

inquiries regarding the school’s non-discrimination policies.

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Welcome

June 29, 2018

2018-2019 Parent and Student Welcome Letter

Dear Families,

Welcome to the 2018-2019 school year where learning is continuous and fluid. Thank you for giving us the

opportunity to be part of your student’s high school experience. We are honored to be an important part of the

community that will see your student grow into a compassionate, productive global citizen who positively impacts

the world. Our aim, as based on the International Baccalaureate Programme, is to develop internationally minded

people who, recognizing their common and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more

peaceful world. IHSNO has diligently prepared for the 2018-2019 school year to be full of opportunities and

challenges for each student.

At IHSNO our commitment is to stretch each student’s mind to their academic best and will not accept mediocrity.

Our students will be challenged and the expectation is that each student brings his/her best to school daily and come

anticipating an adventure full of learning and growing.

IHSNO is fortunate to have seasoned teachers remain as well as new members join the corps. I expect the faculty

and staff to bring their daily best to the classroom and to the school. Our faculty and staff members bring creativity,

adventure for the unknown, and celebrate successes along the way. According to the Gladys Knight & the Pips,

each of us may be fond of our memories of the good old days, yet we must remember that these are the good old

days for our students, thus we must make them meaningful, memorable and fun.

If you are new to IHSNO, we especially welcome and thank you for choosing this as your student’s academic house.

IHSNO is committed to student success and academic achievement and our desire is to provide the necessary

support structures to ensure the success of each student. Our parents and guardians are equally important to our

student's success and we know that strong collaboration within our learning community, and the willingness to work

together will lead to the success of all students. There are many opportunities for you to be involved in your student’s

education and I encourage you to take advantage of them. IHSNO leaders are great resources and are ready to

welcome you and help you find ways to become involved in supporting the school and the classroom.

To all families, thank you for entrusting us to work with and teach your most precious and valuable gift, your child.

Welcome to the IHSNO Family.

Thank you,

Sean Wilson

Head of School

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Contents Welcome ............................................................................................................................................................................. 2

Calendar at a Glance 2018-2019 ......................................................................................................................................... 4

2. Governance & Director Information ............................................................................................................................... 5

3. WHO WE ARE ............................................................................................................................................................... 7

4. THE SCHOOL DAY .................................................................................................................................................... 12

5. IHSNO 2016-17 BELL SCHEDULE ........................................................................................................................... 13

6. ATTENDANCE ............................................................................................................................................................ 14

7. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 18

8. PROMOTION, GRADING & EVALUATING, GRADUATION ............................................................................... 20

9. HOMEWORK AND MAKE UP WORK POLICIES ................................................................................................. 26

10. CULTURE, CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE .................................................................................................................. 27

11. UNIFORM POLICY ................................................................................................................................................... 30

12. ELECTRONICS DEVICE POLICY .......................................................................................................................... 32

13. STUDENT FEES ........................................................................................................................................................ 33

14. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES ........................................................................................................................... 34

15. SAFETY & SECURITY ............................................................................................................................................. 37

16. APPENDIX ................................................................................................................................................................. 41

APPENDIX DOCUMENTS INCLUDED:

Title 1: School and Parent Compact

Teen Dating Abuse Policy

Dating Abuse Reporting Form

Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy

Field Trip Permission Form

Electronics Device Policy

Student Internet Acceptable Use Policy

Parent Concerns

Acknowledgement of Receiving Handbook Form

Student Fees 2018-2019

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Calendar at a Glance 2018-2019

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2. Governance & Director Information

The International High School is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization operating a Type 2 charter school subject to the regulation of the

Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Board of Directors

Voices for International Business and Education (VIBE)

Voices for International Business and Education (VIBE) is the 501(3) that has been awarded the charter to operate the International High School

of New Orleans and as such is the Governing Board of IHS. As a Type 2 public charter school, VIBE is its own public-school district (Local

Education Agency or LEA) that reports directly to the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education for the State of Louisiana. The VIBE Board

of Directors functions as the school board of the International High School of New Orleans, however they are not responsible for the daily operations

of the school. Day-to-day management of the school is the responsibility of the Head of School.

2018 – 2019 VIBE Board of Directors

Mariska Roney – Board Chair

Gail Lazard – Vice Chair

Amer Tufail – Board Treasurer

Blair Schilling – Board Secretary

Donaldo Batiste

Stasi Bernard

Amber Brown

Stacey Cunningham

Kevin Katner

Rob Keller

Anne Kock

Jennifer Gordon-Lampton

Stacie Retlzaff

Shontell Thomas

2018 – 2019 VIBE Board of Directors

Meeting Dates

August 15, 2018 February 20, 2019

September 19, 2018 March 20, 2019

October 17, 2018 April 17, 2019

November 28, 2018 May 15, 2019

January 16, 2019 June 19, 2019

All Board of Directors meetings, including committee meetings, are open to the public. Board of Director’s meeting notices are always posted in

and outside of the school, as well as listed on the IHS website.

School Website: www.ihsnola.org

Requests to address the board must be mailed, delivered, emailed or faxed to: International High School of New Orleans

ATTN: Request to Address Board of Directors 727 Carondelet St. New Orleans, LA 70130 Fax: 504-566-1142

If emailing, please send to the VIBE Board Chair, Mariska Roney

Email: [email protected]

A copy of the organization’s Charter, Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation and other public records are available by making a request in writing to the school’s main

office. The school will respond to all written requests within five (5) business days; there is a fee of $.35 per page for processing. Disclosure may be denied in such

cases where the disclosure would violate state or federal law, would violate personal privacy, are proprietary, are law enforcement records, would endanger the life or

safety of any person, where the records are computer access codes or are purely internal material. Parents have a right to appeal a denial decision to the charter school

board, which must respond in writing within 10 days.

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3. WHO WE ARE

To develop a 9-12 academic continuum, IHSNO follows and is structured around the International Baccalaureate

(IB) Programme. IHSNO is an IB World School that is rooted in the characteristics of the IB Learner Profile. The

IB Diploma Programme aims to develop in students the knowledge, skills and attitudes they will need to be

successful in life. Teaching and learning at IHSNO are seen and understood holistically through the IB Learner

Profile. Every student, parent, family, and member of the IHSNO faculty and staff are expected to adopt the

characteristics of and follow the IB Learner Profile.

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IHSNO Faculty and Staff

Name Title E-mail

Administration

Adierah Berger Principal [email protected]

Jenny Carreno Assistant Principal [email protected]

Charles Young Dean of Culture [email protected]

Michael Tillman IB Coordinator [email protected]

Tim McGregor Director of Facilities [email protected]

Denise Deno Director of Finance [email protected]

Rufus McGee Director of Student Support Services [email protected]

Tiffany Kelley Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Patricia Adams Office Manager [email protected]

Alan Llanas Garcia Office Assistant [email protected]

Student Support Services

Rufus McGee Director of Student Support Services [email protected]

Denise James Counselor, Grades 11 and 12 [email protected]

Counselor, Grades 9 and 10

Latoya Goodman Nurse [email protected]

Rosara Ortiz-Riley Social Worker [email protected]

Nadia Noyola Special Education Coordinator [email protected]

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Name Title E-mail

Tina Doss Special Education Teacher [email protected]

Sheila Magee Paraprofessional [email protected]

Detric Bolden Paraprofessional [email protected]

Daniel Vela Special Education Teacher [email protected]

English Department

Teacher, English

Joshua Carlucci Teacher, English [email protected]

Bradley Troll Teacher, English [email protected]

Cassandra Ippaso Teacher, English [email protected]

Nicole Buuck Teacher, English [email protected]

Heather Causey ESL Coordinator [email protected]

Eric Siemens ESL Teacher [email protected]

World Language Department

Anh Nguyen Teacher, Vietnamese [email protected]

Jun Sun Teacher, Mandarin [email protected]

Hamida Azebache Teacher, Arabic and French [email protected]

Benedict McKarty Teacher, French [email protected]

Katherine Mayopoulos Teacher, Spanish [email protected]

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Name Title E-mail

Math Department

Ansley Sharna Teacher, Math [email protected]

Christine Darracott Teacher, Math [email protected]

Brandon Boston Dept. Chair, Teacher, Math [email protected]

B’Nai Brown Teacher, Math [email protected]

Iris Mack Teacher, Math [email protected]

Science Department

Comeshia Hunt Dept. Chair, Teacher, Science [email protected]

EmmaLing Campbell Teacher, Science [email protected]

Joseph Thornton Teacher, Science [email protected]

Jennifer Hayashi Teacher, Science [email protected]

Ken Kawakami Teacher, Science [email protected]

Physical Education Department

Bernette Tolston Athletic Director [email protected]

Rachel Swanson Teacher, PE [email protected]

History Department

Diana Brown Teacher, Social Studies [email protected]

Dancilla McKarty Teacher, Social Studies [email protected]

Cody Bourque Teacher, Social Studies [email protected]

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Name Title E-mail

Brian Fleming Teacher, Social Studies [email protected]

Arts Department

Courtney Garcia Teacher, Arts Film [email protected]

Pedro Mendizabal Teacher, Visual Arts [email protected]

Cassandra Lawlor Teacher, Visual Arts [email protected]

Valeta Moore Teacher, Theatre [email protected]

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4. THE SCHOOL DAY

The school day begins promptly at 8:05 am.

All students are expected to be present and positively participating in school activities from 8:05 am – 3:25 pm every day.

Breakfast is served from 7:45 am to 8:00 am after which the cafeteria is closed until lunchtime.

Students wishing to eat breakfast must be in the cafeteria by 7:55 am.

4.1 Arrival • IHSNO students are expected to be present, on time each day, and in proper uniform.

• Carpool/RTA/Walking students enter the building at the Carondelet street entrance near the auditorium as early as 7:45

am.

• Faculty and Staff will assist with traffic to be sure all students enter the building safely. Students who ride the School Bus

are escorted from the school bus to the courtyard entrance of the building near the cafeteria at 7:45 am.

• Students are allowed to use Cafeteria 1, Cafeteria 2, the Courtyard (weather permitting) or the Auditorium in the mornings.

• Staff will monitor student transitions to and from these areas at all times.

• Students are not allowed on the 2nd and 3rd floors before the 1st bell.

• Bell #1 at 8:00 am - Students begin the transition to their 1st class. All students are expected to be in class by 8:05 am.

Any student arriving after the bell rings will be marked tardy and will receive lunch detention. Repeated tardiness will

result in disciplinary action including, but not limited to, lunch detention and after school detention.

4.2 Transitions

Students have 3 minutes after the bell rings to transition. The expectations during transitions are to make forward

progress and to walk calmly and quietly. All students are expected to be in class at the appropriate time. Tardy students

and/or students who do not report to class will be subject to disciplinary action by their teacher.

4.3 Departure

• All students are expected to leave the building upon dismissal unless attending after school tutoring, club, or an activity

that is sponsored by a staff member.

• Students are not allowed to leave campus and return without an off-campus ID.

• Students are encouraged to make all necessary preparations for lunch and afterschool activities in advance.

• Carpool/RTA/Walking students exit the Carondelet street building exit, as faculty and staff are stationed there to assist

with traffic and monitor for safety.

• Students riding the bus exit the building at the cafeteria exit and report directly to their assigned bus. Dual Enrollment

students must leave following their 2nd/6th block.

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5. IHSNO 2018-19 BELL SCHEDULE

A Days and B Days are on a rotating schedule. If a week is ended on a B Day, the next week begins on an A Day.

Daily Schedule Wednesday Schedule Half Day Schedule

Entrance 8:00 – 8:05 Entrance 8:00 – 8:05 Entrance 8:00 – 8:05

1, 5 8:05 – 9:40 1, 5 8:05 – 9:25 1, 5 8:05 – 9:10

Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:05 – 8:10

2, 6 9:43 – 11:13 2, 6 9:28 – 10:43 2, 6 9:13 – 10:13

1ST lunch /

advisory 11:16 – 11:46 3, 7 10:46 – 12:01 3, 7 10:16 – 11:16

2nd lunch /

advisory 11:49 – 12:19 4, 8 12:04 – 1:24 4, 8 11:19 – 12:24

3, 7 12:22 – 1:52 Announcements 1:19 – 1:24 Announcements 12:19 – 12:24

4, 8 1:55 – 3:25

Wednesday Assembly Schedule Afternoon Assembly Schedule Half Day “Racy Day” Schedule

Entrance 8:00 – 8:05 Entrance 8:00 – 8:05 Entrance 8:00 – 8:05

1, 5 8:05 – 8:58 1, 5 8:05 – 9:20 1 8:05 – 8:37

Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:34 - 8:37

2, 6 9:01 – 9:49 2, 6 9:23 – 10:33 2 8:40 – 9:09

3, 7 9:52 – 10:40 1ST lunch /

advisory

10:36 – 11:06 3 9:12 – 9:41

4, 8 10:43 – 11:31 2nd lunch /

advisory

11:09 – 11:39 4 9:44 – 10:13

Announcements 11:26 – 11:31 3, 7 11:42 – 12:52 5 10:16 – 10:45

Summons to

Auditorium

11:31 – 11:45 4, 8 12:55 – 2:05 6 10:48 – 11:17

Assembly 11:45 – 1:24 Announcements 2:00 – 2:05 7 11:20 – 11:49

Summons to

Auditorium

2:05 – 2:20 8 11:52 - 12:24

Assembly 2:20 – 3:25 Announcements 12:21 – 12:24

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6. ATTENDANCE

Students can only be successful if they are prepared and present in school every day. At International High School of New Orleans,

excessive absences will not be tolerated. If a student is absent from any class without an excuse for more than 10 days of the school

year, that student will be required to repeat that class regardless of the posted grade.

6.1 ATTENDANCE

In Louisiana, all children from their 7th until their 18th birthday are required to attend school each day. Parents who violate this law by

not assuring that their children are in school (LRS 17:221) may be fined up to $250 or imprisoned up to 30 days or both. Regular and

punctual attendance is important in the development of an effective learning environment as well as ensuring student success in the

classroom. Good attendance habits are also necessary in the development of sound character traits and for future success in the working

world.

The Louisiana Department of Education classifies absences under 4 Categories:

6.1.1 Exempted and Excused - This absence is not counted against the attendance requirement. Examples: Extended illness documented by a doctor or to celebrate religious holidays. The student is allowed to make up the missed work and there is no limit to these absences.

6.1.2 Non-Exempted and Excused - This absence is counted against the attendance requirement. Example: Personal or family illness documented by a parent’s note. The student is allowed to make up the missed work and may need to make up the hours missed.

6.1.3 Unexcused - This absence is counted against the attendance requirement. Example: Skipping school, undocumented absences. The missed work will be made up at the teacher’s discretion.

6.1.4 Suspensions - This absence is counted against the attendance requirement. The student is allowed to make up the missed

work.

6.1.5 Exceptions to the attendance policy are considered extenuating circumstances. These are absences that can be considered for

excusal. Documentation must be submitted upon the student’s return to school. The following are absences that can be considered as

extenuating circumstances:

a. Extended personal physical or emotional illness as verified by a physician or nurse practitioner (original doctor’s note).

b. This means that if a student is sick and stays home, but does not go to the doctor, it is an unexcused absence.

c. Extended hospital stay as verified by a physician or dentist (original doctor’s note).

d. Extended recuperation from an accident as verified by a physician or dentist.

e. Observation of special, recognized holidays of the scholar’s own faith.

f. Visitation with a parent who is a member of the United States Armed forces or the National Guard of a state, and such parent

has been called to duty for or is on leave from overseas deployment to a combat zone or combat support posting. Excused

absences in this situation shall not exceed five (5) school days per year.

g. Absences verified and approved by the Head of school or the school principal such as approved travel for education, death in

the immediate family or natural disaster. For any other circumstances (i.e. legal matters, legal issues) parents must provide

documentation in writing to the social worker and/or one of the principals.

The following reasons for absenteeism are NOT excusable:

a. Caring for a family member (young child, elderly adult)

b. Missing the school bus

c. Trips not approved by the principal

d. Vacations during the school year

e. Birthdays or other celebrations

f. Shopping

g. Working

h. Personal appointments

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6.2 LATE CHECK IN/ EARLY CHECK OUT GUIDELINES

a. Medical appointments should be scheduled outside of school time. In rare cases that they must be scheduled during school

hours, a student should not miss the entire day.

b. Parents/guardians should call the school as early as possible if the student will not be attending for any reason.

c. Upon return to school, the student must bring a written excuse to the office. All excuses shall be written by a parent/guardian

or physician and submitted to the school upon return. Excuses must be turned in no later than five (5) days from the date of

the student being absent.

d. Only a parent or approved person listed on their emergency card can sign a student out of school in the main office.

e. Please note that when students are not here for the full day, they are only counted present in classes that they actually attend

for more than half of the class time.

f. A student that would like to leave due to not feeling well or sickness MUST see the Nurse to get approval prior to calling

home.

For additional information regarding attendance, please contact the school Social Worker, Rosara Ortiz-Riley at 504-717-3506.

6.3 TARDINESS

Getting to school on time is an essential key to your child’s academic and school success. At International High School of New

Orleans, learning begins from the moment a student walks in the door. Students who are late to class miss essential instruction, disrupt

the learning of other students, and risk falling behind.

Students will be issued a Friday detention for tardiness. Students who fail to serve the Friday detention will be issued a Saturday

detention. Failure to serve the Saturday detention will result in an out of school suspension.

Students who exhibit habitual tardiness to school will be reported to the Families in Need of Service Office. Students who arrive tardy

to school more than 5 times within a semester will also be referred as a truant.

6.4 ATTENDANCE/TARDY PROCEDURES

A student is considered tardy when the tardy bell has rung and classroom door is shut;

• After first three tardies, parent notification is made by the teacher and/or culture team, and student will be assigned Saturday

detention

• After six unexcused tardies, a parent conference is scheduled, Saturday detention is assigned and further disciplinary actions as

determined by student advocates (Student Support, Culture, and Teachers).

• Every 3rd tardy thereafter warrants a Saturday detention, parent conference, and further actions determined by student

advocates. Student will also have to attend Attendance Recovery to make up seat time.

• If student fails to show up for Saturday detention, student has one-day OSS and cannot return to school until parent checks

student in with Dean of Culture.

A Skip is defined as the student arriving after 10 minutes without an excuse note, a student fails to come to class; a student leaves the

class without permission.

• One skip earns an automatic Saturday detention

How are tardies monitored:

• Teachers must enter tardies and skips in every class period ensuring timestamp is accurate (i.e. if attendance is adjusted after

class period, the timestamp needs to be adjusted, too).

• Daily attendance report from JCampus is monitored and shared to faculty by culture team member.

• Daily student/parent communications regarding tardy, skips, and detentions made by culture team member.

• Weekly, Saturday detention attendance tracked by culture and social worker/truancy and shared with faculty.

• Tardy/Skip Saturday detentions cannot make up attendance Saturdays. Similarly, Attendance Saturdays cannot replace

Tardy/Skip Saturdays.

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6.5 TRUANCY

Students who exhibit habitual absences can be reported to the Orleans Parish Juvenile Court via the FINS Office. Any student that has

5 unexcused absences within a semester and has not provided the school with written documentation can also be reported as truant to

the Families in Needs of Service Office. Parents and/or legal guardians will receive written notice. You may learn more about the

FINS process by viewing the following websites: http://www.lasc.org/court_managed_prog/FINS.asp,

http://opjc.com/programs/fins.htm, or by calling 504.658.9590.

6.6 PARENT COMMUNICATION

6.6 PARENT COMMUNICATION | ATTENDANCE RECOVERY

In the instance of student absences, contact by the IHSNO Social Worker will be made to the parents or caretakers of the student.

The social worker MUST and will document all contacts/communication with the parent/guardian on the daily telephone log in

order to keep accurate records and documentation surrounding student absences and parent contact.

A verbal notification of absences to parents/caretakers by teacher and/or social worker is required after:

• One to Three (unexcused) days of absence or

• In excess of a total of five (unexcused) non-consecutive days.

6.7 LOUISIANA TRUANCY LAW (R.S. 17:233)

“Any student who is a juvenile and who is habitually absent from school or is habitually tardy shall be reported by visiting teachers and supervisors

of child welfare and attendance to the family or juvenile court of the parish or city as a truant child, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 2 of

Title VII of the Louisiana Children's Code relative to families in need of services, there to be dealt with in such manner as the court may determine,

either by placing the truant in a home or in a public or private institution where school may be provided for the child, or otherwise. (B1a) A

student shall be considered habitually absent or habitually tardy when either condition continues to exist after all reasonable efforts by any school

personnel, truancy officer, or other law enforcement personnel have failed to correct the condition after the fifth unexcused absence or fifth

unexcused occurrence of being tardy within any school semester. (B1b) The parent or legal guardian of a student shall enforce the attendance of

the student at the school to which the student is assigned. (B1c) The principal of the school, or his designee, shall notify the parent or legal

guardian in writing on or before a student's third unexcused absence or unexcused occurrence of being tardy, and shall hold a conference with

such student's parent or legal guardian. This notification shall include information relative to the parent or legal guardian's legal responsibility to

enforce the student's attendance at school and the civil penalties that may be incurred if the student is determined to be habitually absent or

habitually tardy. The student's parent or legal guardian shall sign a receipt for such notification.” (http://legis.la.gov/lss/lss.asp?doc=80325)

6.8 ATTENDANCE RECOVERY

6.8.1 Attendance Recovery Agreement

In the event of excessive absences that must be made up, this document will serve as a promise of the parent or guardian that

they are responsible for ensuring that their student will meet with teachers, collect missing assignments, and attend make-up

days before the end of the quarter.

This document must be signed by a parent or guardian prior to any student participating in credit recovery activities.

6.8.2 Attendance Recovery Guidelines

A copy of the signed document will be placed in the student’s file.

a. Students must make up time for each class missed. Each hour of recovery time = 1 class period recovered.

b. Any student who needs attendance recovery will have to sign-up on the Thursday prior to the Saturday Credit Recovery to

reserve their spot.

c. Students will also be required to pick up all make-up assignments no later than the Thursday immediately preceding the

Saturday of Attendance Recovery.

d. Saturday Attendance Recovery will take place once a month from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

e. Students will be required to arrive on time or will not be able to enter the building and participate in credit recovery.

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f. Students will be required to come in full IHSNO uniform prepared to work on assignments missed as a result of their

absence.

g. Students will have to provide their own transportation to and from the school. The school will not provide bus tokens to

students participating in Attendance Recovery.

h. Students will be expected to behave in the same manner as a regular school day. If a student’s behavior becomes a problem,

the student will be asked to leave, and will not be allowed to make up their time.

Scheduled Attendance Recovery Days: September 8th (09/8/18) December 8th (12/8/18) March 16th (03/16/19) October 27th (10/27/18) January 12th (01/12/19) April 6th (04/6/19) November 3rd (11/3/18) February 9th (02/9/19) May 4th (05/4/19)

6.9 MAKE UP WORK GUIDELINES

a. It is the responsibility of the students to obtain their make-up work from their teachers.

b. It is expected that this work will be obtained within 24 hours of returning to school.

c. A student attending school sponsored or endorsed activities, has the responsibility of obtaining all assignments and

completing the work as scheduled for all classes missed.

d. If a student misses a midterm or a final exam, and has proper documentation, then the student is permitted to make-up the

exam within 3 days of returning.

e. Any student under suspension who misses a midterm or final exam, is permitted to make it up within 3 days.

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7. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION

7.1 OUR CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) curriculum sets out the requirements

for study of the DP.

The curriculum is made up of the DP core and six subject groups.

Made up of the three required components, the DP core aims to broaden students’ educational experience and challenge them

to apply their knowledge and skills.

The three Core Elements are:

a. Theory of Knowledge, in which students reflect on the nature of knowledge and on how we know what we claim to

know.

b. The Extended Essay, which is an independent, self-directed piece of research, finishing with a 4,000 -paper.

c. Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), in which students complete a project related to those three concepts.

The six Subject Groups are:

a. Studies in Language and Literature

b. Language acquisition

c. Individuals and Societies

d. Sciences

e. Mathematics

f. The Arts

There are different courses within each subject group.

For more information on The International Baccalaureate Programme, please visit the website at http://www.ibo.org/

7.2 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

International High School expects all students to abide by ethical academic standards. Academic dishonesty—including plagiarism,

cheating or copying the work of another, allowing someone to copy another’s work, using technology for illicit purposes, or any

unauthorized communication between students for the purpose of gaining advantage during an examination, test or quiz—is strictly

prohibited. IHSNO’s Academic Integrity Policy covers all school-related tests, quizzes, reports, class assignments, and projects,

both in and out of class. The purpose of IHSNO’s Academic Integrity Policy is to prepare students for the world of college and

beyond, where cheating and plagiarism have dire consequences.

*Please refer to the complete Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy in the Handbook Appendix.

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7.3 IHSNO COURSE OFFERINGS All students will adhere to the following course sequence while attending IHSNO. Students have the options listed within each department during

each year based on graduation requirements and plans.

ENGLISH WORLD

LANGUAGES SOCIAL STUDIES SCIENCE MATHEMATICS ARTS INTERDISCIPLIN

ARY

English I Arabic I World Geography Environmental

Science Algebra I Visual Arts I IB Extended Essay

I

English I Honors Arabic I World Geography

Honors Environmental/Phys

ical Science ESL Algebra I Honors Visual Arts II IB Extended Essay

II

English I ESL IB Arabic Ab Initio I Civics Chemistry Geometry IB Art I ACT Prep

English II IB Arabic Ab Initio II Civics Honors Chemistry II Geometry Honors IB Art II ESL I

English II Honors French I US History Biology Álgebra II Creative Writing ESL I Reading

English III French II US History Honors IB Biology I/IB

Biology II Álgebra II Honors IB Film Studies I ESL II

IB English III IB French Ab Initio I IB History I IB Environmental

Science I Advanced Math -

Functions and

Statistics

IB Film Studies II ESL II Reading

English IV IB French Ab Initio II World History IB Environmental Science II

IB Math Study I Theatre I ESL III

IB English IV Mandarin I IB History II Anatomy and Physiology

IB Math Study II ESL IV

Mandarin II Probability &

Statistics IB Theory of

Knowledge I

IB Mandarin Ab Initio

I IB Theory of

Knowledge II

IB Mandarin Ab Initio

II Health (.5)

Spanish I PE I (.5)

Spanish II PE II

Spanish III Conversation & Culture Speech

IB Spanish Ab Initio I Study Skills I

IB Spanish SL I Study Skills II

Spanish IV Conversation & Culture Study Skills III

IB Spanish Ab Initio II Study Skills IV

Vietnamese I

Vietnamese II

Vietnamese III

Vietnamese IV

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8. PROMOTION, GRADING & EVALUATING, GRADUATION

8.1 PROMOTION

A student’s grade classification is based upon the number of Carnegie units of credit earned. IHSNO does not award .5 Carnegie units

at the mid-year point. This classification shall remain in effect for the entire year.

Grade classifications will be as follows:

UNITS EARNED UNIT RANGE GRADE

Fewer or equal to 6 units 0 – 6.5 9th

7 or more units, but fewer than 14 7 – 13.5

10th

14 or more units, but fewer than 21 14 – 20.5 11th

21 or more units and is eligible to

complete the 24 State Required

units for graduation

21+ 12th

Course Credit

a. High school students must be present 167 days and receive a grade of "D" or higher to earn credit for the course.

b. In order to pass a one-unit course, a student must earn a grade of "D" or higher for the academic year.

c. If a student fails fourth quarter, they fail the entire year.

d. In order to pass a ½-unit course a student must earn a grade of "D" or higher for the semester

In addition to the above guidelines, in order to receive course credit please remember:

Students who accrue more than 10 class periods of absence for the school year will not be awarded credit for a one-credit course. Students who

accrue more than 5 class periods of absence for the semester will not be awarded credit for ½ credit course.

Students who have more than 10 absences in any one class during the school year will receive a grade of “F” on their report card.

Students who fail to earn their Carnegie unit or a portion of the Carnegie unit will be required to make up the unit during summer

school. However, IHSNO does not offer summer school.

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8.2 GRADING & EVALUATION

Students are to be graded on their academic achievement and not their behavior. The following are all considered in grading:

Letter

Grade

Percentage %

Equivalents Quality

Points Quality Point

Average Grading Categories Percentage

A 100 - 93 4 4.0 – 3.5 Classwork &

Homework

35%

B 92 - 85 3 3.49 – 2.5

C 84 - 75 2 2.49 – 1.5 Presentations, Tests,

Quizzes 30%

D 74 - 67 1 1.49 – 1.0 Participation 5%

F 66 or below 0 0.99 – 0.0 Midterms, Final Exams,

EOC (If applicable), and

Major Projects

30%

I

Incomplete – MUST BE Pre-Approved by

Head of School/Designee

Total 100%

W Withdrawn from Class

IB Grading Scale:

Additional Notes on Grading

a. Individual grades and averages are expressed as letter grades A through F.

b. The final grade at the end of the year in each subject is the average of all the appropriately weighted grades for the entire year.

If the fourth quarter is failed, the course is failed. If the student has not met the state mandated attendance requirements, the he

or she will receive a grade of F.

c. Students enrolled in IB courses will be graded on the school grading scale, however, their IB assessments will be graded using

the IB scale provided above.

d. In accordance with LA state policy, if a student has taken an End of Course Assessment that accompanies the course, their score

on that assessment will account for 30% of the grade for that course.

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End of Course/LEAP 2025 Tests

*English III will remain as EOC until all students who

entered 9th grade before 2017-2018 graduates.

Exam Policy

Every subject and every class will administer a marking period exam each marking period and a final exam.

• If the course is English I, English II, Algebra I, Geometry, Biology or US History, there will be a LEAP 2025 exam

administered. That exam will be used as the final exam grade and will be displayed on your report in field E2. That

grade will be 30% of the final grade. These courses still require a final project, lab, or presentation due during the

final exam period that will be included in the 4th marking period grade.

• If the course is English III for students who entered 9th grade before the 2017-2018 school year, the EOC will be

administered. That exam will be used as the final exam grade and will be displayed on your report card in field E2.

That grade will be 30% of the final grade.

• For courses that are not EOC or LEAP, a teacher-created final exam that measures mastery of the entire course will

be given. This final exam grade will be displayed on your report card in field E2.

• The final grade in a course is calculated as 70% of the average marking periods 1-4 plus 30% of the final exam grade

and is displayed in field F1 on your report card.

• Students who fail the LEAP or EOC will be offered 30 hours of remediation and be required to retake the test during

the next administration.

Parent Teacher Conferences

Teachers will contact parents/guardians of any student who is failing their class at the 6-weeks Progress Report for every quarter.

Often poor attendance leads to lower grades. The teacher will schedule a MANDATORY parent conference in order to discuss the

student’s progress with the parents/caretakers and sign an Attendance Recovery Contract.

QUARTERLY

REPORT CARDS

PARENT CONFERENCE

PROGRESS ALERT DATES

Quarter 1 September 26, 2018

Quarter 2 December 5, 2018

Quarter 3 February 20, 2019

Quarter 4

LEAP 2025 TESTS:

Algebra 1 English I Biology

Geometry U.S.History English II

End of Course Tests:

English III (for students who began 9th grade

before the 2017-2018 school year

Equivalency Grades

Achievement Level Grade Scale Score

Letter Grade

Advanced 93-100 A

Mastery 85-92 B

Basic 75-84 C

Approaching Basic 67-74 D

Unsatisfactory 0-66 F

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Communication between teachers and parents is strongly encouraged. If a parent or guardian would like to establish

communication with any of his/her student’s teachers, it can be done through the following channels:

I. JCampus, under the Parent Portal.

II. Parents are encouraged to communicate directly with the student’s teacher. This communication process is important

to ensure the appropriate person is part of the desired conversation and if needed, resolution. Teachers and staff emails

are located on the website in the Faculty & Staff Directory.

III. If the parent decides to contact the office first in order to set up a meeting with the desired faculty/staff, the parent will

need to fill out a teacher contact request form in the office and allow a period of at least 48 hours for the faculty/staff

to get back to the parent.

NOTE:

• Teachers will not be called out of their instructional time to meet with a parent if an appointment has not been set up and

confirmed previously. • Also, please note that personal information, such as teachers’ personal cell phone numbers, will not be released to the

public.

8.3 GADUATION

Determination of Valedictorian/Salutatorian

The Valedictorian/Salutatorian are two of the most covetous honors that can be bestowed upon a student. The valedictorian is

the IB Diploma Program graduating senior who has the highest weighted grade point average accumulated for all high

school credits earned. The salutatorian is the IB Diploma Program graduating senior who has the second highest weighted

grade point average accumulated for all high school credits earned. This designation is declared after all grades are input.

Graduation Requirements

IHSNO strives to provide a full and well-rounded education to each of its students. All students are encouraged to follow the

full IB Diploma Program curriculum or take at least 1 IB course their junior and senior years. All students who satisfactorily

complete the required Carnegie units will graduate. However, participation in the Commencement Ceremony at IHSNO is a

privilege that is earned by doing the following:

• Pursue a full course load (including dual enrollment) each semester

• Complete 4 years of the same foreign language (if transferred in after 9th grade, each year you are here)

• Abide by the Discipline Policy

• Pay entire Senior Budget by April 15 of graduating year

Completion of Graduation after semester ends

There are times when a student may be close to completing requirements but need a little more time. IHSNO allows students to

take classes through different means to complete graduation requirements. If a student completes making up a failed class

after October 1, they may receive their diploma the following year.

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9. HOMEWORK AND MAKE UP WORK POLICIES

At IHSNO, we believe that improving the rigor and relevance of the curriculum and improving relationships will

increase student achievement and promote citizenship. In order to achieve these goals, IHSNO is suggesting 1-2

hours of homework across the curriculum each night, however the expected time varies.

Rationale

Homework is defined as any assignment that is completed during non-classroom time. These assignments should

introduce, reinforce, extend and/or enrich class-work. Homework is a necessary extension of the school day and

an important part of a student’s educational experience. Homework encourages self-discipline, positive self-esteem

and an interest in learning. Homework also promotes the School-Home-Community relationship, since parents,

teachers and community supporters are involved with students in completing assignments.

Homework Policy.

Students should anticipate 1 – 2 hours of homework across the curriculum per evening. Homework will be assigned

according to the requirements of each respective course. Teachers are responsible to assign homework, provide feedback

on homework and return it in a timely manner.

a.) Personal Property Policy

IHSNO is not responsible for storage, maintenance and safe-keeping of any personal items that students bring to school. Students

are encouraged not to bring any personal items. Any student who brings personal items to school does so at his/her own risk and

should be aware the items may be confiscated if instructional time is compromised in any way.

b.) Instructional Materials

Students are responsible for the care for all instructional material (textbooks, laptops, calculators, etc.) issued to them. All

instructional material must be returned to the teacher in good condition at the end of the instructional period. A replacement fee

will be assessed if instructional materials are not in good/useable condition upon return.

9.01 VACATION HOMEWORK Teachers may provide students with homework during school vacations. Completed vacation homework may be counted as a test

grade, if assigned.

State Homework Help Sites: http://homeworkla.org/ http://www.state.lib.la.us/

9.02 MAKE-UP WORK.

a. All assignments are due on the teacher designated due date.

b. Assignments scheduled prior to absence are due on date of return.

c. It is the responsibility of students to obtain their makeup work from their teacher within 24 hours of returning to

school.

d. In the event of an excused absence, students may submit assignments without penalty up to the amount of days

absent, after which a 5% per school day (up to 10 school days) penalty applies. This policy applies to absences

related to IHSNO sponsored events (field trip, sports events, college trips, etc.).

e. In the event of an unexcused absence, or incomplete assignment: late work can be submitted up to 10 days after its

due date. Assignments submitted after the due date incur 5% penalty per school day.

f. If a student misses a midterm or final exam due to an excused or unexcused absence, he or she is permitted to make

up the exam within three days of returning to school. After three days, the grade defaults to a zero.

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10. CULTURE, CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE

10.1 THE IHSNO CULTURE TEAM

The primary goals of IHSNO Culture Team are to empower students on the importance of positive behavior, develop and maintain

positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners to support the mission and behavioral expectations of

IHSNO. The Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) approach will be one of the main initiatives and strategies used to

highlight student centered interventions, which include but are not limited to:

a. Communicate clearly to students the behavioral expectations of IHSNO

b. Encourage positive behavior through modeling the desired behavior

c. Providing leadership in developing and implementing student management systems

d. Collaborating with the RTI Chairperson to facilitate behavior interventions and the resolution of student conflict

e. Developing student centered interventions to address and reduce the instances of student absences, tardiness and truancy

f. Collaborating with staff to maintain the school’s crisis management plan and safety requirements

g. Advocating for the inclusion of students in the development of school policies and community partnerships

h. Developing student leaders through group trainings and the creation of opportunities for students to participate in school

improvement activities

10.2 EXPECTATIONS

Students are expected to be International High School of New Orleans ambassadors and must conduct themselves in a respectful

and considerate way at all times whether at school, in route to and from school, or in the community. Students who misbehave,

show disrespect to school employees, show disregard for school property, or disrupt school activities shall be subject to appropriate

disciplinary action.

A. Students are expected to:

a. Demonstrate respect for self and others

b. Take seriously their courses of study

c. Demonstrate courtesy to others d. Comply with school dress code

e. Behave in a responsible manner

f. Cooperate with school officials

g. Cooperate with others

h. Respect other’s property

i. Attend class as scheduled

j. Adhere to the Student Code of Conduct

k. Demonstrate the IB Learner Profile

l. Be prepared for class

B. Anti-Bullying and Harassment Policy

In keeping with the pursuit of a diverse and inclusive learning community, bullying and harassment are prohibited at the

International High School of New Orleans. This prohibits any written, verbal or physical conduct that adversely affects the ability of

one or more students to participate in or benefit from the school's educational programs or activities either by placing the student (or

students) in reasonable fear of physical harm, or because the conduct is severe, persistent, or pervasive. This includes conduct that is

based on the student's actual or perceived race, color, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or

expression, religion or any other distinguishing characteristics. This also includes association with a person or group with one or

more of the above-mentioned characteristics, whether actual or perceived. This policy covers conduct that takes place in the school,

on school property, at school-sponsored functions or activities, on school buses or vehicles, or at bus stops, as well as any electronic

communication that takes place at these locations. This policy applies to the entire school community, including educators, school

staff, students, parents, and volunteers.

a.) No Touch Policy

Students are to keep their hands and feet to themselves at all times. This includes, but is not limited to, public displays of affection,

horseplay, play fighting, pushing, shoving, fondling, groping, or bumping into each other. Dependent upon the severity, no touch

violations can be minor or major violations of the school discipline policy.

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C. Discipline Policy

At IHSNO, a safe, learning environment actively promotes thoughtfulness, creativity and excellence. Therefore, students and staff

will adhere to our system of discipline that promotes and embodies the IB Learner Profile. Structure, routine, and consistency are the cornerstone in creating a positive school climate. Discipline is rooted in true care and concern for our students. We must teach and model the importance of self-respect and

ownership of our behavior. Discipline is not only about consequences, it provides the greatest opportunity for teaching students

exactly what is expected of them and guiding students to find positive solutions during conflicts. At IHSNO, school rules are carried out on a systematic and consistent basis on campus and in classrooms. The discipline policy

provides due process procedures that the school will follow in applying its disciplinary actions. International High School of New Orleans is committed to providing a positive learning environment for all students and does not

tolerate dating abuse, sexual violence, harassment or stalking in school. Please see the appendix for the complete policy and form

used to report incidents of dating abuse. Students are encouraged to document all incidents and allegations made against them. Students will document incidents on a

Student In-take Form/Bullying Form. After completion of the form, an investigation of the incident will be conducted by an adult.

After a thorough investigation, the Dean of Culture under the supervision of the principal will determine the degree of reprimand

(based on the discipline policy).

Each student is responsible for his/her own behavior. IHSNO expects the highest standard of conduct and decorum of all

students. The Student Code of Conduct must be signed by students and parents/guardians.

CLASSIFICATIONS OF INFRACTIONS

Discipline incidents will be classified as Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Infractions.

• Tier 1 Infractions – Discipline incidents that can be handled by the teacher and do not warrant a discipline referral to

Principal or designee. Any behavior that is of low-level intensity, passive in nature and/or of a non-threatening manner.

• Tier 2 Infractions – Discipline incidents that interfere with anyone’s safety and learning, are of a threatening or harmful

nature, legal violations and warrant administrative interventions.

• Tier 3 Infractions – Discipline incidents that severely interfere with anyone’s safety and learning, are of a threatening or

harmful nature, are legal violations and warrant immediate response from administration, crisis team, entire staff, and/or

community support.

c.) Respect for School Property

All desks, books, and school materials are the property of the school. Students must be respectful of all school property and may not

deface school furniture, walls, ceilings, floors or equipment. Students may not tamper with fire alarms, fire extinguishers or any

electrical systems. The willful destruction, damage or defacement of school property is grounds for disciplinary action. Students and

their parents/guardians will be required to pay for the repair or replacement of any school property that is lost, damaged or defaced

as a result of the student’s actions or neglect.

d.) Search and Seizures of Property

All students and their property are subject to search and seizure. Students, vehicles brought on campus, book bags, school desks and

other school property are subject to inspection and search by school authorities at any time without prior notice to students or

parents. Students may be randomly searched throughout the school day or searched if there is probable cause. Students are required

to cooperate if asked to open book bags, purses or any vehicle brought on campus. Metal detectors may be utilized at school or at

any school function, including activities which occur outside normal school hours or off the school campus at the discretion of

administrators. Students refusing to cooperate will be subject to further disciplinary action should he/she be suspected of being in

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possession of items that may be harmful to others or considered illegal on school property. Parents should be aware that State and/or

Federal law may require modified disciplinary actions for special education students.

10.3 TRANSPORTATION RESPONSIBILITIES

IHSNO will provide transportation for students based on location and need. Families are responsible for their child’s transportation

during after-school hours. This includes detention, after school tutoring, and any other after school activities. There will be no

supervision provided for students after 4:30pm. Parents are asked to pick up their child in a timely manner. If a student misses the

bus for any reason, it is their responsibility to find a way to and/or from school.

10.3.1 SCHOOL BUS CONDUCT

Students must comply with the Student Code of Conduct while traveling on a school bus to and from their homes or school

sponsored event. If a student commits an infraction covered in the Student Code of Conduct on a school bus, the school bus

driver/monitor will complete the School Bus Behavior Report and give a copy of the form to the Dean of Culture or designee,

parent(s)/legal guardian(s), and the student. If the Dean of Culture or designee decides a conference is necessary, the Dean of

Culture or designee will notify the parent(s)/legal guardian. A parent conference with the Dean of Culture or designee will be held

in person or by phone before the student is allowed to ride the bus again. A school bus suspension does not necessarily mean a suspension from school. If a student is suspended from the school bus, it is the

parent(s)/legal guardian(s)’ responsibility to ensure the student arrives to school on time. After two infractions on the bus, the

student will no longer be provided transportation by the school. Students must wear their School ID’s to ride the bus. If a student with disabilities is suspended or expelled from the bus, the school is required to provide alternate transportation for the

student only if transportation is documented on the Individual Education Plan (IEP). If transportation is not documented on the IEP,

the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) must ensure the child get to and from school on time. In order to ensure the safety of all our students on the bus, students may not interfere with bus safety in any way. For example,

students may not throw things from the bus windows; create a disturbance on the bus; refuse to comply with directions given by the

bus driver, use profanity, hang out the window, etc. If such infractions occur, the student will upon the second (2) such occurrence,

permanently lose their bus privileges. At the discretion of the Principal, any student who creates a major threat to the safety of other

students on the bus will lose their bus seat immediately. The vacant seats will be given to the next student on the transportation

waiting list.

10.3.2 CAR RIDER / RTA / STREET CAR

All car and RTA/streetcar riders must be dropped off in front of school (727 Carondelet Street) and must enter through the

auditorium doors at 7:45 am-8:00 am. After 8:00 am, student must enter the school’s front door. Once students enter the campus,

they are not allowed to leave unless they have written permission from an administrator or they are checked out by a parent/guardian

(tardy protocol).

a.) Parking Policy

Students are not allowed to park on campus during school hours.

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11. UNIFORM POLICY

School Uniform

All students must adhere to the mandatory school uniform daily. Student dress reflects his/her attitude toward school and class work. Students are expected to be neat, clean, and fully dressed at

all times. This policy permits students to wear a blue or green IHSNO Polo or Oxford shirt (button down or spread collar,

IHSNO traditional shirt), black appropriate fitting pants, socks and a belt. SHIRT: Short sleeve white Oxford button down in light blue with logo and shirt tucked in pants Long sleeve Oxford button down in light blue with logo and shirt tucked in pants Short sleeve white IHSNO Polo shirt– blue or green Button down cardigan in navy blue or black *Seniors: Short or long sleeve Oxford button down with logo in white, and shirt tucked in pants Short sleeve IHSNO Polo shirt with logo SWEATER: Sweater and vest in navy blue or black PANTS: Appropriate fitting black pants (Dickies) SHOES: Tennis shoes/sneakers SOCKS: Must wear socks BELT: Must wear a belt The following items will NOT be allowed under any circumstances: What if the circumstance is a dress down day? How about? Athletic Shirts Shorts T-Shirts Regular or Skinny Jeans Sweatpants Pajamas Body tights Pajama-like Clothing Leggings Hoodies Jeggings Bandanas Dresses Caps Skirts Sunglasses Scarves – head gear, head wraps Open-toed shoes Du-rags Boots or Cleats IHSNO students are not to wear any other outerwear besides an IHSNO Uniform ‘Sweater’. Students are not permitted to wear

head apparel, such as hats, du-rags, or bandanas in the building at any time unless for documented religious/cultural reasons.

IHSNO prohibits the presence of any apparel, jewelry, accessory, or manner of grooming, by virtue of its color, arrangement,

trademark, or any other attribute that denotes membership in a gang. Attire and accessories may not portray or exhibit profane,

vulgar, offensive, violent, drug, alcohol or gang related words or symbols.

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If students do not have access to their uniform for a brief period of time, they must wear solid color pants and a collared solid

color shirt.

Book bags must be mesh or clear, only!

For uniform assistance, contact the school’s social worker. Dress Down or Themed Dress Days: If students have been rewarded with a dress down day they may wear appropriate fitting

jeans (not torn) and a polo style or button-down shirt. All other rules stated above still apply. Themed Dress Days will be

communicated in the parent newsletter and on the school’s website.

Physical Education Uniform

Students must purchase an IHSNO P.E. uniform if they are scheduled to take P.E. The uniform consists of blue or green

shorts, white shirt, white socks, and tennis shoes.

ID Policy

All students must purchase an identification card (ID) at a cost of $10. The ID card must be visible and worn around the neck on

a lanyard at all times. ID Cards shall not be defaced, modified, altered, changed, tampered with or deliberately damaged. The ID

card must be presented upon request to any member of the faculty or staff during the school day or at any school function. Failure

to do so subjects the student to disciplinary action. ID’s must be worn to ride the school bus and attend field trips.

The ID may be utilized in many ways (i.e. admittance to school dances, cafeteria dining, and athletic events, borrowing laptops

and books). Students must replace a lost or stolen ID card. The replacement costs is $5.00. Temporary ID’s can be purchased at

the front office for $1.00. ID cards are non-transferable (cannot be given or used by another person). A student without an ID is

considered out-of-uniform, including free dress days, and will be issued an after-school detention. Any missed after school

detention will result in an In-School Suspension the following day.

Student ID’s will be issued by grade level: Freshmen – Grey Sophomore –Tan Juniors – Blue Seniors – White Off campus: Dual Enrollment, BARD, IBDP - Red

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12. ELECTRONICS DEVICE POLICY All electronic devices used during the day (during class/instructional time/lunch/PE) is prohibited (Bulletin 741, page 43), unless

allowed by the teacher. The Principal or designee has the authority to implement policies regarding any electronic device. Any

unauthorized use or display of any electronic device during the day (during class/instructional time/lunch/PE), will be confiscated

and held to a parent picks up the device. If the misuse of any electronic device occurs more than three times the student will lose

the privilege of bringing that device to school. Disciplinary measures shall result in the following procedures for violation of this policy: ● First infraction will result in the confiscation of any electronic device for five (5) days.

● Second infraction will result in a confiscation for 10 days.

● Third infraction will result in a confiscation of the device for the remainder of the school year, and loss of privilege of

bringing a cell phone or any other electronic device to school for the remainder of the school year.

● Confiscated electronic devices will be returned “ONLY” to a parent or guardian listed in JCampus when the confiscation

period has expired.

● The Principal or designee maintains the right to search confiscated electronic devices to make an accurate assessment of

the nature of the disruption and its risk to others.

TELEPHONE CALLS

Students needing to make “emergency calls” home may be permitted to use the office phone with the approval of the teacher and

office administrator. Students are prohibited from using cell phones during the school day.

Any student refusing to provide or hand over any electronic device to any school employee will be suspended for willful

disobedience and may lose the right to carry a cell phone on campus. Any student who deceives or attempts to deceive a school

employee regarding the possession of an electronic device or attempts to hide said device in any way will be suspended.

If any unauthorized items are brought onto the school’s campus, teachers must immediately confiscate the item, write the

student’s name on it, and in a timely manner turn it into the office. NOTE: IHSNO will not responsible for the loss of, damage

to or for stolen electronic devices.

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13. STUDENT FEES Students fees are essential in supporting our students’ non-academic school life. These fees support activities, celebrations, rewards,

awards, etc. Additional costs may be necessary for specific field trips, dances, and other activities. Fees also cover student identification

cards and lanyards. Student ID’s must be worn during the school day and are required to ride the school bus, receive public bus passes,

receive school breakfast and lunch, and participate in extracurricular activities. While all students will have access to the academic

components of the student life, failure to pay fees will restrict my child from participating in extracurricular activities such as sports,

field trips and school dances.

Senior Budget Option A – Basic Package Option B – Ultimate Package Option C – VIP Package

$350.00 $650.00 $1,400.00

Includes: 1) Cap & Gown 2) Senior Pictures Sitting Fee 3) Graduation Announcements (12) 4) Diploma Cover 5) Graduation Tickets (10) 6) Yearbook 7) Baccalaureate Night 8) Graduation Ceremony 9) School Fees 10) Fall Ring Ceremony

Includes: All of Option A plus the following items: 1) Two (2) Prom Tickets 2) Senior Packet 3) Two (2) Fun Trips 4) Senior Outing 5) Prom Favors

Includes: All of Options A & B plus the following item: 1) Senior Trip

Option A (Basic Package) is mandatory for all Juniors and Seniors.

Junior Budget Sophomore Budget Freshmen Budget Option A – Basic

Package Option B – Ultimate

Package

$140.00 $200.00 $140.00 $140.00 Includes: ID/Lanyard Technology Fee Cultural Events Yearbook

Includes: All of Option A plus the following items: Spring Ring Ceremony One Prom Ticket

Includes: ID/Lanyard Technology Fee Cultural Events Yearbook

Includes: ID/Lanyard Technology Fee Cultural Events Yearbook

Additional Fees

Homecoming $40.00 Prom $60.00 (Extra Tickets)

P.E. Uniform $22.00

Dances: ❖ Back to School - $10.00 ❖ Winter Warmer - $10.00 ❖ Spring Fling - $10.00

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14. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES The mission of the IHSNO Student Support Team is to provide all students with comprehensive services that encourage the

highest level of student achievement through individual growth in academic, career, and personal/social domains. In partnership

with teachers, administrators, parents and our community, the student support team aims to help all students to be successful

lifelong learners and productive, compassionate global citizens.

School Counselors

The School Counselors help students plan a challenging course schedule and advise students on how to achieve their goals. The

school counselors have information on which tests students should take and how to get on the right track for careers and individual

goals that interest the student. Also, they educate students and parents about the many post-secondary options available to them.

Through many years of experience in the college guidance field and the exclusive use of Naviance/Family Connection, a

comprehensive college guidance software program, the Counseling team strives to match students to appropriate schools based

upon interests, ability and academic record.

Social Worker

The Social Worker provides comprehensive social work services to students, parents, and the school. The Social Worker is

responsible for and carries out the following functions:

● promoting regular school attendance,

● counseling with students and parents,

● consulting with school personnel regarding the effectiveness of the school’s Positive Behavior Intervention Support,

● working to resolve problems that interfere with student adjustment to school, achievement or attendance, and

● serving as a children and family advocate in a variety of situations.

Students are referred to the school social worker when the student shows signs of social and/or emotional difficulties, which

are interfering with the student’s success at school.

Intervention Services (Response To Intervention)

IHSNO’s academic program is designed to address the needs of those students who have been evaluated and identified as either

academically gifted or in need of additional help. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the school has a specific

duty to identify, refer and evaluate student with disabilities.

The Response To Intervention (RTI) process is used to assist students who are not meeting all of their academic or behavioral

goals in class. It is a tiered process that increases the level of support as necessary. Parents who are concerned about their child’s

progress should speak to their child’s teacher about the intervention process. The teacher then closely monitors the student’s

progress and begins by offering extra support in the classroom. Students who do not show progress in their regular education

classes over several weeks are referred to the school’s Response to Intervention (RTI) team for review and further assessment to

determine additional supports that are needed up to and including eligibility for 504 accommodations or special education

services. The RTI team will review students with low incidence disabilities such as autism, vision or hearing impairments, etc.

immediately.

A parent may contact IHSNO’s RTI Coordinator Rufus McGee at [email protected], if he/she is concerned that his/her

child needs additional support, may have a disability, wishes to learn more, or would like to request an evaluation. Please note

that referral to the RTI process does not automatically qualify a child for Section 504 or IEP services.

REMEDIATION SPECIALISTS

Remediation Specialists are an integral part of our RTI process. They support students who are not reaching their academic

goals by providing after school tutoring. Remediation Specialists monitor the student's’ progress to determine if they are

making satisfactory progress or if more interventions are needed.

Records

IHSNO recognizes that the collection, maintenance, inspection and dissemination of relevant student educational records are

important to the proper operation of the school community. IHSNO complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy

Act of 1974 and all pertinent regulations, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and the rules of the Louisiana State

Department of Education. All student educational records are collected, maintained, inspected, disseminated and destroyed

pursuant to these federal and state regulations.

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IHSNO is required by the state to maintain the following information on each student:

o Birth Certificate o Social Security Card

o Discipline Records

o Individual Education Plan (IEP) o Individual Accommodation Plan (504)

o Emergency Consent Form Immunization Records

o Insurance Card o Declaration of Domicile o Proof of Address Documentation o Medical Form for Chronic Illnesses Vaccination Records o Test Scores

o Transcripts

o Parents/Guardians Photo ID

In addition, IHSNO requires that the following forms be on file: Current Year School Registration Form, Emergency Contact

and Pickup Information Form, Authorization to Use Materials/Photographs/Images. All forms must be completed using the

child’s given name as registered on their birth certificate and social security card. In the event that a birth name has been legally

changed, a copy of the court order certifying the change must accompany the copy of the child’s birth certificate.

As a state-chartered school, IHSNO is required to have a physical address on record for each student. Please alert our Office

Manager, Patricia Adams at 504.613.5703 or [email protected], if your family has a mailing address (such as a PO

Box) different from the physical address provided.

Any change in student information (address, phone number, emergency contact) must be transmitted as soon as possible to

IHSNO’s administration.

FERPA

FERPA, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, is a federal law that gives parents and students certain rights with

respect to a student’s educational records. These rights include the right to access, inspect and request correction of those records.

If the school decides not to make a requested change, the parent or student has the right to a formal hearing before the charter

school board. Every school has a duty to ensure that these rights are protected (see http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/uploads/3312.)

FERPA also states that certain types of information (such as information that may appear in a school directory, participation in

sports or activities, dates of attendance at school, degrees or awards received, or most recent previous school attended) may be

disclosed without the expressed consent of a parent/guardian. Parents/guardians may require the school not release any

information without expressed written consent by writing a letter to the Head of School.

It is the policy of IHSNO, that no identifying information on a student is disclosed without written consent from a

parent/guardian. However, please note that, under FERPA, the school may disclose information to certain parties without the

parent/guardian’s consent. The following are exempt from FERPA: School officials and teachers with legitimate educational

interests and Officials and teachers of other schools to which the student is transferring authorized governmental

representatives as required by law.

Copies of Records

Copies of student’s records can be obtained by submitting a Records Request Form (available at the school). The first copy is

free; all subsequent copies are $10 per set. Please allow ten (10) business days for processing.

Release of Grades, Reports, Records & Transcripts

In accordance with the Privacy Act, transcripts and student records can only be released at the written request of a student or

graduate, or the parent or guardian of a student or graduate. Once a student/graduate reaches the age of 18 years of age his/her

parent may no longer complete the records’ requests. The student/graduate must complete these requests him/herself. Transcript

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Release Forms, which are available in the counseling and front offices, must be completed before International High School of

New Orleans will send out any official records or transcripts. Requests for records or transcripts must be made by the student.

Current IHS students are not charged for the first official record and transcript issued and mailed. At no time are official

records, or transcripts, or recommendations given directly to students, graduates, parents or guardians.

Transcripts & Supporting Documentation for College and Scholarship Applications

Transcript requests for college and scholarship applications are handled through the College Counseling office at no charge to

students.

Requests for transcripts should be made at least three weeks in advance of a school or scholarship program’s printed

deadline. The College Counseling office will prepare free of charge up to ten packets of transcripts, senior year mid-term grades,

the IHSNO School Profile, and when appropriate, letters of recommendation for submission to colleges, universities and

scholarship programs.

Standardized Test Scores

It is students’ responsibility to submit all official ACT and/or SAT scores to the colleges, universities and scholarship programs

to which they have submitted applications. When taking these tests throughout the academic year, students have the option to

request their scores be sent to up to four schools and/or scholarship programs as part of the test registration fee. If this option

is not chosen, students must request additional scores to be sent by visiting www.act.org or, www.collegeboard.com and

clicking “additional scores”. Students should be prepared to pay an additional fee when choosing this option for submission of

score reports.

IHSNO does not provide copies of ACT or SAT scores.

Disclosure of Conduct Records

IHSNO will, when requested on the institution’s application, report student conduct records – including, but not limited to,

serious disciplinary violations, probation, off-campus suspensions, and dismissals, both before and after a student submits an

application for admission.

Withdrawals

To withdraw from IHSNO, a parent/guardian if the student is younger than 18 years old must accompany a student. If the

student is 18 years of age or older he or she can complete the withdrawal process by him/herself. The following procedures

will be adhered to for student withdrawal:

• All withdrawal requests must be made forty-eight (48) hours in advance by a parent/guardian identification must be

provided when withdrawing a student.

• All instructional material i.e. textbooks, computers, calculators and books must be returned prior to withdrawal. All fees

must be paid or withdrawal papers will be held.

• A request of withdrawal notice needs to be completed by the student’s parent/guardian.

• The admissions counselor will submit the request for withdrawal notice to get the required signatures from teachers, school

counselor and the Head of School/Designee.

• All records will be faxed directly upon receiving a records request from the school the student is attending next.

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15. SAFETY & SECURITY

Emergency Contact Information

The school maintains a file of emergency contact information for students at IHSNO. Emergency situations may arise involving

the welfare of a student when a parent is not available. The telephone number of a friend, a neighbor or a family member who

will be able to take over care and responsibility for the child should be noted in the emergency information. The Emergency

Contact Card must be completed by parents. Information provided by parents on the card provide emergency personnel with

potentially lifesaving information (known medications, medical/psychiatric conditions, allergies, pediatrician and his/her contact

information, etc.). Schools release medical information only to emergency personnel in an emergency.

It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to notify the office immediately of any changes to emergency information.

Non-Custodial Parents

Unless prohibited by a court order to the contrary, IHSNO will upon the request of either parent of a student whose parents are

separated or divorced, provide the requesting parent with copies of any documents relating to: the student’s academic progress,

the student’s emotional and/or physical health, notices of school-initiated parent-teacher conferences; notices of major school-

sponsored events which involve parent-student interaction and the school calendar. In the event the right of one parent to visit or

have contact with a child has been prohibited by court order, it is the responsibility of the custodial parent to provide the Head of

School with a copy of this court order and to ensure that the order is kept current. This is required to provide school personnel

with a legal basis for restricting contact of a noncustodial parent in the school setting. If a court order has expired and a subsequent

order prohibiting contact has been entered, the custodial parent must provide the Head of School with a copy of the new order.

School personnel will only meet with the legal parent/guardian in regards to matters of discipline, student grades, intervention

services, special education needs, etc. Only the legal parent/guardian will be permitted to participate in student/parent

conferences.

Emergency Phone Calls

Students needing to make “emergency calls” home may be permitted to use the office phone with the approval of the teacher and

office administrator. Students are not permitted to use their cell phones during the school day.

Emergency School Closings

The Head of School/Designee may close school because of inclement weather, contagious disease or other emergencies. IHSNO

utilizes a broadcast telephone message service to notify parents of school-related emergencies or special announcements. School

closings will also be announced on WWL 870 AM Radio and on WWL Channel 4 television. Also, you can find this information

updated on the IHSNO Website as well as our Facebook and Twitter. Make sure to subscribe to these outlets if possible.

Emergency Procedures / Severe Injury

Emergency Medical Services will be called for any student sustaining severe or life-threatening injury or illness at school. First

aid will be administered by the school nurse or a staff member that is CPR and/or First Aide certified. Parents or Emergency

contact will be notified immediately. If a parent/guardian is not able to get to school in a timely manner, the student will be

accompanied by school personnel to the hospital.

Emergency Safety Drills

Fire, disaster (tornado, flash flood) and lockdown drills are conducted throughout the school year. Emergency exit information is

posted within each classroom and office, All Faculty and staff members review procedures on an annual basis. The school

maintains an Emergency Operation Plan on file in the office of Director of Facility. A copy is posted in each classroom and

office. Students are to comply with all evacuations procedures and directions. Students are to exit and enter the building silently

for safety purposes, and students refusing to comply will be subject to disciplinary action.

Lead Paint Management Plan

Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) requires annual notification to the building occupants (students & their

parents), employees and visiting workers regarding our existing Lead Plan Management Plans. If you are interested in seeing the

Lead Paint Management Plan or have questions you can make an appointment with the Director of Facility by calling 504-613-

5712 or emailing [email protected].

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Asbestos

The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) require

annual notification to the building occupants (students & their parents), employees and visiting workers regarding our Asbestos

Management Plans. If you are interested in seeing the Asbestos Management Plan or have any questions, you can make an

appointment with Director of Facility by calling 504-613-5712 or emailing [email protected].

Accidents / Injuries

All accidents and injuries must be reported to the school Nurse and to the office. In case of serious injuries or illness,

parents/guardians will be notified. Parents must inform school administration regarding students who require immediate or

special consideration, such as nosebleeds, diabetes, epilepsy, hearing conditions, or any other physical or mental restrictions.

Incident reports are generated for all accident injuries that occur on school property. A copy of the incident report goes home

with the student. All accidents involving disciplinary measures are addressed by the Head of School, or designee.

Acute Illness

Students who become ill during the school day must report to the school nurse. Students must obtain a signed pass from their

teacher to see the school nurse during instructional time except in case of emergency. Students who become ill are not permitted

to leave the building without properly notifying school officials.

Allergy/Anaphylaxis Policy

1. The school nurse or trained school employee may administer auto-injectable epinephrine to a student who the school

nurse or trained school employee, in good faith, professionally believes is having an anaphylactic reaction, whether or not

such a student has a prescription for epinephrine.

2. A licensed physician may prescribe epinephrine auto injectors in the name of IHSNO to be maintained for use when

deemed necessary.

3. The school nurse or trained employee may administer the auto-injectable epinephrine to respond to a student's

anaphylactic reaction, under a standing protocol from a physician licensed to practice medicine in the state.

Cafeteria Policies

• This Year all IHSNO students are provided free Breakfast and Lunch.

• Breakfast is Served Daily from 7:45-8:05.

• Students must have the IHSNO ID to be served breakfast and lunch.

• School lunch and breakfast menus will be posted on the IHSNO website.

• No carbonated beverages (sodas) are allowed in the cafeteria.

• Meal Modification Forms (Food Allergy) must be on file for meal substitution.

Chronic Illness

All students with chronic health conditions such as: on-going mental health issues, asthma, allergic reaction, diabetes,

respiratory distress or seizure disorder must meet with the school Nurse at the beginning of the school year to develop an

emergency care plan; this plan must accompany orders signed by the student’s physician for medication or treatment in

school. The school nurse with communicate with administration and staff as needed to implement the Emergency Care

Plan

The director of food services will be notified in writing of any students with food allergies or food intolerance.

Medication Administration

Parents must make every effort to schedule the administration of medications outside of school hours. If necessary, parents who

wish the administration to administer treatments or medications (including over the counter medications) must submit a

MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION ORDER FORM signed by their Louisiana physician. The medication administration order

form is available from the school office. Medicine to be administered must be in its original container and properly labeled with

the student’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage and the time to be administered. Medications will be stored in a secure

location in the Nurse’s office, except for inhalers and EpiPen which students may keep on their persons. ALL MEDICATION IN

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A STUDENT’S POSSESSION MUST HAVE THE APPROPRIATE MEDICATION FORMS ON-FILE IN THE NURSE’S

OFFICE. IHS is not liable for a student’s reaction to medication when given in accordance with the prescriber’s directions.

Immunizations

All students entering school in Louisiana must provide vaccination records. Each school year the nurse reviews vaccination

records for all students.

Each student, at the time of registration or entry, shall present satisfactory evidence of immunity to or immunization against

vaccine-preventable diseases according to a schedule approved by the office of public health, Department of Health and Hospitals,

or shall present evidence of an immunization program in progress. No student seeking to enter any school shall be required to

comply with the provisions of this Section if the student or his parent or guardian submits either a written statement from a

physician stating that the procedure is contraindicated for medical reasons, or a written dissent from the student or his parent or

guardian is presented.

The Nurse works closely with the State Department of Health, utilizing the Louisiana Immunization Network for Kids Statewide

(LINKS) database to track immunization information for each child. Parents should update immunization records as needed.

Parents/guardians may request an exemption from immunization requirements. Please see the school Nurse for exemption

procedures.

Lice

Any student suspected of having head lice is excluded from school until satisfactory treatment has been given and lice and/or

nits are no longer present. Discretion is used to check other students in classes where there is a head lice outbreak. Written

notification will be sent home regarding head lice outbreaks.

Precautions: Contact isolation until 24 hours after application of effective insecticide.

Mandatory Abuse Reporting

Teachers and other school staff are required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect when they have reasonable cause

to believe such abuse, neglect or crime has occurred or is occurring. Abuse is the non-accidental physical, sexual or emotional

injury to a child; neglect is the failure to fulfill a child’s physical or emotional needs.

Vision and Hearing Screening

During the first semester of the school year or within thirty days after the admission of any students entering the school

late in the session, the school nurse shall test the sight and hearing of each and all students under their charge, except

those students whose parent objects to such examination. Students may also be tested upon referral or requests of

teachers and/or parents. In addition, children should be screened upon evaluation and entrance for a special education

program.

The school Nurse will keep a record of all screenings, shall be required to follow up on the deficiencies within

sixty days, and shall notify in writing the parent of every student found to have any defect of sight/hearing.

Visitors on Campus

All visitors must enter the front door on Carondelet Street. Visitors must wait to be buzzed in and escorted to the front

office. All visitors will be asked to present a photo ID and must wear a visitor's badge while on campus. All visitors

must be escorted throughout the campus. No visitors will be allowed to park or enter the school from Baronne Street

(back of the school).

Smoke/Alcohol/Drug Free Environment

The use of tobacco/tobacco products/alcohol/illegal drugs on school property is prohibited for all students, school

personnel and visitors at all times. The school property/environment includes the surrounding sidewalk areas,

surrounding yards, all entrances and parking areas. If a student is found in possession of illegal drugs on school

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property, he/she may face serious consequences. Smoking is prohibited within 200 ft. of public or private K-12

school grounds.

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16. APPENDIX

DOCUMENTS INCLUDED:

• Title 1: School and Parent Compact

• Teen Dating Abuse Policy

• Dating Abuse Reporting Form

• Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy

• Field Trip Permission Form

• Electronics Device Policy

• Student Internet Acceptable Use Policy

• Parent Concerns

• Acknowledgement of Receiving Handbook Form

• Student Fees 2018-2019

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TITLE 1 SCHOOL-PARENT COMPACT

2018 – 2019

The staff of International High School of New Orleans and the parents of the students participating in activities, services, and

programs funded by Title I Part A of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act, agree that this compact outlines how the parents, the

entire school staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the means by which

the school and parents will build and develop a partnership that will help children achieve the State’s high standards.

Parent’s Responsibility: I will...

• Ensure that my child attends school daily and arrives at school on time;

• Encourage my child to follow the rules and regulations of the school

• Monitor my child’s homework

• Attend parent/teacher conferences and communicate with teachers frequently to discuss my child’s progress

• Volunteer in my child’s school and classroom

• Review the Student Handbook, Dress Code and Code of Conduct with my child and talk about the importance of being

safe, responsible, and respectful at school and in everyday life

• Support School Uniform, Discipline and Internet/Technology Policy

• Support the school Cell Phone Use Policy

• Complete all forms required by school and submit necessary documentation upon request

• Review this Compact with my child

Student’s Responsibility:

• Attend school and all scheduled classes daily

• Complete and turn in all classroom and homework assignments on time

• Accept responsibility for my own actions

• Show respect for myself, other people, and property

• Work hard and do my best

• Follow the school’s expectations and rules

• Follow the Student Code of Conduct

• Adhere to School Discipline Uniform, Internet/Technology Policy

• Adhere to the IHSNO’s Cell Phone Use Policy

• Comply with corrective actions/consequences issued for any violation of the Discipline, Uniform, Internet/Technology

Policy

School’s Responsibility:

• Provide high quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment that enables the

students to meet local and state academic standards

• Provide opportunities for ongoing communication between parents and teachers through: o

o Semi-annual parent/teacher conferences

o Periodic progress reports regarding each student’s progress, and

o Opportunities to talk with members of the staff, volunteer in class, and observe classroom activities

• Provide parents with assistance in understanding academic achievement standards and assessments and how to monitor

their child’s progress

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Teen Dating Abuse Policy Statement

International High School of New Orleans is committed to providing a positive learning environment for all

students and does not tolerate dating abuse, sexual violence, harassment or stalking in its school. Dating abuse

includes any behavior by a dating partner that is used to manipulate, gain control or gain power over someone. It

also includes making a person feel bad about himself or herself or other people who are close to this person. It

also includes making a person afraid of his or her girlfriend or boyfriend. We find that incidents of dating abuse,

sexual violence, harassment and stalking negatively impact the school environment and the ability of all students

to thrive. We strive to ensure that every student is free from these abusive behaviors in their relationships.

We recognize that a student’s experience of dating abuse impacts not only that student but his/her family and

community, as well. We find that the experience of abuse and victimization may make young victims of dating

abuse particularly vulnerable to engaging in delinquent or high-risk activities. We believe that relationship abuse

is inextricably linked to other school health and safety issues, such as truancy, weapons on campus, bullying and

fighting. This threatens the safety not only of teen victims of relationship abuse, but of every student and staff

member in the school.

We believe that schools have a responsibility to address these issues with their students. Schools have the

opportunity not only to impact individual victims of relationship abuse, but also to play a significant role in both

responding to and preventing incidents of relationship abuse across the school community. Because teens spend

a significant portion of their lives in school, schools are uniquely positioned to respond to relationship abuse. We

believe that schools have a moral and legal obligation to sensitively intervene to support teens who are already

experiencing relationship abuse. Additionally, schools are ideally positioned to provide preventive measures at

an early stage before teens find themselves in violent relationships. Therefore, we believe that schools must

proactively address this problem by establishing effective policies and procedures that address relationship

abuse.

IHSNO intends to meet its obligation to address dating abuse in its school by implementing an administrative

policy, establishing a protocol for responding quickly and effectively to complaints of dating abuse among

students, and focusing attention on prevention of dating abuse on campus. Any student experiencing dating

abuse is to complete the Student Complaint Form and submit to the School Social Worker, either counselor or

any staff member.

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Teen Dating Abuse Student Complaint Form

Name: ____________________________________________Student ID: _________________________

Grade: __________ Age: ______ Date: ___________

What is the complaint?

□ Appeal of a denial of a request for accommodation

□ Request for disciplinary action against an alleged perpetrator, including changes to the alleged perpetrator’s school enrollment,

participation, or environment

If requesting disciplinary action, please print the name of the alleged perpetrator:

_____________________________________________________________________________

□ Other (please specify): _______________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

If appealing denial of a request for accommodation, please attach original accommodation request.

If requesting disciplinary action against another student, please answer the following questions about the most recent or most

serious incident:

Describe the relationship between you and the alleged perpetrator: ______________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Describe the incident: __________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

When and where did it happen? __________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Were there any witnesses? □ yes □ no

Name(s) and Contact Info: ________________________________________________________

Is this the first incident? □ yes □ no Number of Previous Incidents: ____________________

Other information, including previous incidents or threats: ______________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

I certify that all statements made in this complaint are true and complete. Any intentional misstatement of fact will subject me to

appropriate discipline. I authorize school officials to disclose the information I provide only as necessary to investigate this complaint.

Signatures:

Student:_____________________________________________________ Date: ___________________

School employee receiving request: ____________________________ Date: _____________________

If this request was filled out by someone other than the student, please sign:

Name (printed): _______________________________________________________________________

Relationship to student:_________________________________________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: __________________

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For School Employee:

Notes of action(s) taken: ________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Additional information from student or staff: ________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

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ACADEMIC HONESTY & INTEGRITY POLICY

2018 – 2019

ACADEMIC HONESTY & INTEGRITY POLICY

International High School of New Orleans expects all students to abide by ethical academic standards. According to International

Baccalaureate Diploma Program guidelines Academic Honesty in the IB Educational Context, academic honesty is “making knowledge,

understanding and thinking transparent”1. The purpose of IHS Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy is to provide students, parents,

teachers, and faculty with regulations that promote academic honesty in defining what constitutes academic integrity and academic

misconduct; establish clear procedures in the event that academic dishonesty and misconduct occurs; describe the rights, roles, and

responsibilities of all members of the school community; and hold all members of International High School of New Orleans accountable

to the Principled core value of the IB learner profile.

Academic Integrity can be defined by honest academic work where (1) the ideas and the writing of others are properly cited; (2) students

submit their own work for tests and assignments without unauthorized assistance; (3) students do not provide unauthorized assistance to

others; and (4) students report their research or accomplishments accurately.

IB defines academic misconduct as a behavior (whether deliberate or inadvertent) that results in, the student or other student gaining an

unfair advantage (or that disadvantages other students) in one or more assessment component. Academic misconduct includes

● Plagiarism - the representation, intentionally or unwittingly of the ideas, words, or work of another person without proper, clear

and explicit acknowledgement.

● Collusion - supporting misconduct by another candidate, as in allowing one’s work to be copied or submitted for assessment by

another.

● Duplication of work - the presentation of the same work for different assessments components and/or diploma requirements

● Misconduct during an examination, including the possession of unauthorized material.

● Disclosing information to another candidate, or receiving information from another candidate, about the content of an

examination paper within 24 hours after the examination.

Authentic Authorship

According to the IBO, “An authentic piece of work is one that is based on the candidate’s individual and original ideas with the

ideas and work of others fully acknowledged. Therefore all assignments, written or oral, completed by a candidate for assessment

must wholly and authentically use that candidate’s own language and expression. Where sources are used or referred to, whether

in the form of direct quotation or paraphrase, such sources must be fully and appropriately acknowledged” (“Academic Honesty”

2011).

Intellectual Property

There are many different forms of intellectual property rights, such as patents, registered designs, trademarks, moral rights, and

copyright. Students must respect these rights as well as other forms of intellectual and creative expression (like works of art,

literature, or music).

Collaboration

Collaboration is working together in a joint intellectual effort to arrive at a common aim. This is appropriate, encouraged

behavior and does not result in “allowing one’s work to be copied or submitted for assessment by another,” as defined above.

According to the IBO, “…there are occasions when collaboration with other candidates is permitted or even actively

encouraged, for example, in the requirements for some internal assessments. Nevertheless, the final work must be produced

independently, despite the fact that it may be based on the same or similar data as other candidates in the group. This means

that the abstract, introduction, content and conclusion/summary of a piece of work must be written in each candidate’s own

words and cannot therefore be the same as another candidate” (“Academic Honesty” 2011).

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Roles and Responsibilities of all members of the school community.

Student Responsibilities

➢ Reference work

➢ Cite sources

➢ Acknowledge others’ ideas and concepts

➢ Acknowledge all sources using MLA or APA

style referencing in a consistent manner,

including sources that have been paraphrased

or summarized2

➢ Sign acknowledgement form saying you have

received, read, and understand IHS’s

Academic and Integrity Policy and the IBDP

General regulations handbook

Teacher Responsibilities

➢ MYP English Language Arts (ELA) teachers’

will review this policy with candidates during

the 9th and 10th grade years and prior to

beginning the Diploma Programme in the 11th

grade

➢ IB English teachers will continue to review

this policy with students throughout the two

years of the Diploma Programme in the 11th

and 12th grade

➢ Set clear expectations for assignments and

provide guidance to candidates on how to

correctly cite the sources they have referenced

➢ Design assignments that do not lend

themselves to academic misconduct

➢ Discuss the benefits of submitting

assignments that are correctly referenced

➢ Devote time to teach and practice these skills

until students master the skill of referencing

➢ Be a role model – make sure all shared

materials are correctly referenced.

➢ Authenticate student work

➢ Report alleged academic misconduct to IHS’s

Academic Integrity Board

School Responsibilities

➢ IB Coordinator and/or her designee will check

all candidates’ work prior to submission to the

IB for assessment and moderation utilizing

plagiarizing software technology.

➢ IHS’s Academic Honesty and Integrity Board

will investigate all allegations of academic

misconduct and communicate consequences

to the Head of School, Principal, IB

Coordinator, and Dean of Students

➢ IB Coordinator reports academic misconduct

to IB

Parent Responsibilities

➢ Encourage your student to plan each

assignment.

➢ Provide support with the scheduling of their

work, as your son or daughter may have many

assignments to complete.

➢ Let your student do his or her own work but

show them how to research and plan their

work.

➢ Establish a good level of communication with

the school so that you understand the

requirements of the Diploma Programme and

what is expected of students.

➢ If your son or daughter is having difficulty

with their work, encourage him or her to ask a

teacher for advice.

➢ Sign acknowledgement form saying you have

received, read, and understand IHS’s

Academic and Integrity Policy and the IBDP

General regulations handbook.

Procedures

All parties involved—students, parents, and administrators—are to understand that the teacher’s professional judgment will

determine whether a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy has occurred.

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Whenever a student is found to have violated the Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy the following procedures will be followed:

I. Teacher reports the infraction to the academic honesty and integrity board within three days, in writing and via e-mail. The report

must include a:

1. full account of the incident

2. statement from student(s) involved

3. statement from teacher/proctor

4. any other supporting documents

II. Student accused of academic misconduct must

1. provide a statement containing relevant information in regards to allegations of academic misconduct, in writing and

via e-mail

III. Academic Honesty and Integrity Board will investigate a case of suspected academic misconduct only when there is clear

evidence to justify a suspicion of wrongdoing. The Board will:

1. decide whether to dismiss or uphold the allegation 2. e-mail the decision reached by the Board to the Head of School, Principal of Academic, IB

Coordinator, and Principal of Culture

IV. After the board makes a decision, the IB Coordinator writes his/her own statement. The report must

1. explain what guidance on academic honesty is given to all students

2. provide relevant information: explanation of accusation, board’s determination, supporting evidence, and

consequences.

Consequences

Students found to have engaged in academic misconduct shall be subject to disciplinary action as well as academic penalties, as outlined

below.

First Offense

● Referral will be sent to the Principal and Academic Honesty and Integrity Board

● Teacher will contact parent or guardian and explain consequences for present and subsequent offenses

● Student will receive a zero on the assignment and re-do the assigned task again

● Academic Detention

Second Offense

● Referral will be sent to the Principal and Academic Honesty and Integrity Board

● Teacher will contact parent or guardian to explain the consequences for present and subsequent offenses

● Student will receive a zero on the assignment and re-do the assigned task again

● Counselor will inform all of the student’s teachers

● Students will lose all privileges for one academic quarter, which includes but is not limited to participating in extracurricular

activities, dances, and game admissions.

● Academic Detention

Third Offense

● Referral will be sent to the Principal and Academic Honesty and Integrity Board

● Administrator will meet with parent or guardian, student and teacher

● Student will receive a zero on the assignment and re-do the assigned task again

● Student will not receive recognition as an I.B. candidate or course option student

● Counselor will inform all of the student’s teachers

● A student who has committed at least three offenses of the Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy will have a notice placed in

the student’s permanent record.

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● Student will lose all privileges for the remainder of the academic school year, which includes but is not limited to participating

in extracurricular activities, dances, and game admissions.

● Academic Detention

At International High School, administrators and teachers understand and firmly believe that academic dishonesty damages the ethical

character of a student and undermines the integrity of the IB Learner profile.

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PERMISSION FORM for FIELD TRIPS

2018 - 2019

PERMISSION FOR SCHOOL FIELD TRIP ATTENDANCE

Description of the Activity:

Field trips may consist of a variety of community outings (i.e. libraries, local school programs, museums, special events,

parks, shows, etc. that International High School teachers and staff have deemed educational and relevant to the learning

experience and environment for your child.)

TO: International High School of New Orleans

I, the undersigned parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of _____________________________________________; a student

at the International High School of New Orleans, request that my child be permitted to engage in the educational

activities set forth below as sanctioned by International High School of New Orleans. I also understand that any fees

paid for field trips are non-refundable.

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ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY

2018 – 2019

ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY

Student cell phones are not allowed in the building. All electronic devices used during the day (during class/instructional

time/lunch/PE) is prohibited (Bulletin 741, page 43). The Principal or designee has the authority to implement policies

regarding any electronic device. Any unauthorized use or display of any electronic device during the day (during

class/instructional time/lunch/PE), will be confiscated.

Disciplinary measures shall result in the following procedures for violation of this policy:

● First infraction will result in the confiscation of any electronic device for five (5) days.

● Second infraction will result in a confiscation for 30 days.

● Third infraction will result in a confiscation of the device for the remainder of the school year, and loss of privilege

of bringing a cell phone or any other electronic device to school for the remainder of the school year.

● Confiscated electronic devices will be returned ONLY to a parent or guardian when the confiscation period has

expired.

● The Principal or designee maintains the right to search confiscated electronic devices to make an accurate

assessment of the nature of the disruption and its risk to others.

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STUDENT INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

2018 – 2019

STUDENT INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

The International High School of New Orleans provides its students the privilege of accessing the Internet over its computer

network and at their home/other Internet access points. The computer network is intended to promote educational excellence and

to locally and globally share educational resources. Students will access and transmit information over the Internet or network for

educational purposes. It is the intent of the International High School of New Orleans to: (a) prevent the transmission of or access

to inappropriate material by means of Internet, electronic mail or other forms of electronic communications; (b) prevent

unauthorized and malicious attempts to access valuable network resources; and (c) prevent unauthorized disclosure, use and

dissemination of personal identification information. However, once the student has left the school grounds it is the

parent/guardian’s responsibility to monitor their child’s internet use.

I. Access to Inappropriate Material On or Off School Grounds

The International High School of New Orleans shall use technology protection measures (or “Internet filters”) to prevent access to

inappropriate material. The technology protection measures shall be applied to avoid visual depictions of material deemed obscene

or pornographic, or any material deemed inappropriate for this educational setting.

II. While using a computer on any internet network, students:

1. SHALL NOT give out names, phone numbers, addresses or any personal information about themselves unless they are

completing an application pre-approved by a IHS NOLA staff member;

2. SHALL NOT engage in activities that violate or are prohibited by local, state or federal laws;

3. SHALL NOT use the Internet to send or receive messages that discriminate against others;

4. SHALL NOT use abusive language or profanity over the Internet;

5. SHALL NOT transmit any electronic textual, visual, written, or oral communication with the malicious and willful intent

to coerce, abuse, torment, or intimidate a person

6. SHALL always be polite and respectful of others;

7. SHALL communicate with caution; Keep in mind:

➢ privacy cannot be guaranteed in a network environment

➢ you cannot tell the age or the sex of the person with whom you are communicating

➢ you cannot always be sure you are being told the truth

➢ you should think carefully about what you say and how you say it.

8. SHOULD report any problem to a IHS NOLA staff member immediately;

III. Inappropriate Internet Network Usage

Accessing the Internet through the International High School’s network is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate network

usages will result in disciplinary actions. The International High School of New Orleans shall take actions to uphold the safety

and security of users on its network.

Any student can be found in violation of network usages if she or he:

1. uses e-mail and other forms for direct electronic communication including instant messaging systems is

prohibited unless authorized and directly supervised by a teacher;

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2. uses any form of electronic communication for the purpose cyber bullying, or to communicate indecent, vulgar, lewd,

slanderous, abusive, threatening, sexually harassing, or terrorizing messages;

3. posts any e-mail or other messages or materials on school or the Internet that are indecent, vulgar, lewd, slanderous,

abusive, threatening, sexually harassing, or terrorizing;

4. posts personal information about themselves, (last name, addresses, or telephone numbers) or any other person;

5. abuses or wastes network resources through frivolous and non-educational use or send chain letters or annoying or

unnecessary letters to large numbers of people;

6. accesses over the Internet visual depictions that are obscene, pornographic, or harmful to minors;

7. attempts to gain unauthorized access, including so-called "hacking" or otherwise compromise any computer or network

security or engage in any illegal activities on the Internet, including willfully introducing a computer virus, worm, or other

harmful program to the network;

8. violates copyright law and fair use guidelines; plagiarizes or otherwise uses copyrighted material without permission;

does not cite the source of information accessed over the Internet;

9. makes any purchase on the Internet while using school equipment or Internet service;

10. degrades or disrupts the performance of equipment, operating system or network;

11. invades the privacy of individuals, sends of hate mail, harasses, or makes discriminatory remarks or participates in other

antisocial behavior;

12. uses an account owned by another user;

13. posts anonymous messages;

14. peruses or otherwise accesses information on manufacturing bombs or other incendiary devices.

Consequences of network use violations include but are not limited to:

1. suspension or revocation of network privileges;

2. suspension or revocation of computer access;

3. school suspension or expulsion;

4. legal action and prosecution by the authorities.

IV. Legal Issues

Copyright/Trademark – According to the Copyright Act of 1976, “Fair Use” means that you may freely use any information that

you legally find on the network as long as you do so only for educational purposes.

Plagiarism – Plagiarism is “taking ideas or writings from another person and offering them as your own”. Credit should always

be given to the person who created the article or the idea. The student who leads readers to believe that what they are reading is

the student’s original work when it is not is guilty of plagiarism.

The Law – Students are advised that they are subject to all federal, state, and local laws if they access the computer network for

inappropriate or illegal purposes.

AGREEMENTS:

I (and my parent/guardian) have read the Acceptable Use Policy. By signing the Acceptable Use Policy Agreement Form, I agree

to abide by the rules stated in this policy. I understand that the use of the Internet or network is a privilege and if found in violation

of any of the rules stated in this policy, I will be subject to any of the disciplinary actions listed in Section III of this policy. I

understand that the International High School of New Orleans will, to the fullest extent, try to block or filter harmful information

from be accessed over the network, but it is not responsible for any inappropriate content accessed while using the network.

I (and my parent/guardian) understand that it is the responsibility of the parent to monitor my internet usage outside of school. The

school is held harmless of any and all internet-based activity conducted by the student while off school grounds. I understand that

if found in violation of the acceptable use policy while off school grounds the computer will be confiscated, and I will be subject

to further disciplinary action not limited to suspension, expulsion and/or arrest.

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Parent Concerns

In compliance with R.S. 17:172, all concerns should be directed to Sean Wilson, Head of School, at International High School

at 727 Carondelet St., New Orleans, LA 70130 or emailed to [email protected]. The chart below provides parents and

students with an overview of the protocol for advancing appeals, concerns and complaints.

Process for Parental Appeals, Concerns and Complaints

Steps 1 & 2

School Level

Step 1: Teacher, Staff or Advisor most directly involved

Step 2: Behavior Interventionist, Counselor or Social Worker

Principal Level

Step 3: Parent, Teacher, Staff or Advisor must contact the

Principal or Director of Student Support to discuss the matter.

Ms. Adierah Berger Principal

[email protected]

Ms. Jenny Carreno Assistant Principal

[email protected]

Mr. Rufus McGee

Director of Student Support Services

[email protected]

504.613.5703

Head of School Level

Step 4: Principal or Director of Student Support Services must

contact the Head of School to discuss the matter.

Mr. Sean Wilson, Head of School

[email protected]

504.613.5708

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2018-19 Parent-Student Handbook Acknowledgement

2018-2019

PARENT-STUDENT HANDBOOK ACKOWLEDGEMENT

I have been notified that I may access a copy of the Student and Family Handbook on the school’s website (ihsnola.org). I am aware that

I am responsible for reading the handbook in its entirety and for knowing the contents of the handbook. As a student of IHSNO, I must

follow the Parent Student Handbook and its Policies not limited to but including the following:

TITLE 1 SCHOOL-PARENT COMPACT 2018 – 2019

The staff of International High School of New Orleans and the parents of the students participating in activities, services, and programs

funded by Title I Part A of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act, agree that this compact outlines how the parents, the entire school

staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the means by which the school

and parents will build and develop a partnership that will help children achieve the State’s high standards.

_________________________________________________________________________

ACADEMIC HONESTY & INTEGRITY POLICY 2018 – 2019

International High School of New Orleans expects all students to abide by ethical academic standards. According to International

Baccalaureate Diploma Program Guidelines, Academic Honesty in the IB Educational Context, academic honesty is “making

knowledge, understanding and thinking transparent”. The purpose of IHS Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy is to provide

students, parents, teachers, and faculty with regulations that promote academic honesty in defining what constitutes academic integrity

and academic misconduct; establish clear procedures in the event that academic dishonesty and misconduct occurs; describe the rights,

roles, and responsibilities of all members of the school community; and hold all members of International High School of New Orleans

accountable to the Principled core value of the IB learner profile. At International High School, administrators and teachers understand

and firmly believe that academic dishonesty damages the ethical character of a student and undermines the integrity of the IB Learner

profile. ____________________________ _____________________________________________

ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY 2018 – 2019

All electronic devices used during the day (during class/instructional time/lunch/PE) is prohibited. The Principal or designee has the

authority to implement policies regarding any electronic device. Any unauthorized use or display of any electronic device during the

day (during class/instructional time/lunch/PE), will be confiscated.

_________________________________________________________________________

STUDENT INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY 2018 – 2019

The International High School of New Orleans provides its students the privilege of accessing the Internet over its computer network

and at their home/other Internet access points.

I (and my parent/guardian) have read the Acceptable Use Policy. By signing the Acceptable Use Policy Agreement, I agree to abide

by the rules stated in this policy. I understand that the use of the Internet or network is a privilege and if found in violation of any of

the rules stated in this policy, I will be subject to any of the disciplinary actions listed in Section III of this policy. I understand that

the Inter national High School of New Orleans will, to the fullest extent, try to block or filter harmful information from be accessed

over the network, but it is not responsible for any inappropriate content accessed while using the network.

I (and my parent/guardian) understand that it is the responsibility of the parent to monitor my internet usage outside of school. The

school is held harmless of any and all internet based activity conducted by the student while off school grounds. I understand that if

found in violation of the acceptable use policy while off school grounds the computer will be confiscated and I will be subject to

further disciplinary action not limited to suspension, expulsion and/or arrest.

_____________________________ _________________________________ ______________ Name of Student Signature of Student Grade

_____________________________ _________________________________ ______________

Name of Parent/Guardian Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

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2018-19 Parent-Student Handbook Acknowledgement

WRITTEN WORK/LIKENESS/MEDIA AUTHORIZATION

2018 – 2019

I give consent (or do not give consent) for the likeness, photographs, audio, video, or electronic images of my child;

original materials, artwork, or other work created by my child through the course or instruction; as well as quoted

statements made by my child to be used by IHSNO for exhibition, public display, publication, directory information,

publicity and recruitment materials, advertising, news media stories, video, audio, or other electronic media such as

the Internet, television, CD-ROM, or DVD, and social media sites. It will not, however, be used for commercial

purposes or for profit of any kind, nor can I expect to obtain any compensation, profits or royalties from its

publications. I understand that my child’s full name may also be used with such display.

___________ I consent _________ I do not consent

Name of student: ___________________________________________

Name of Parent/Guardian: ____________________________________

Signature of Parent/Guardian: _________________________________ Date: _______________

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School Fees 2018-2019

2018-2019 Budget

Senior Budget Option A – Basic Package Option B – Ultimate Package Option C – VIP Package

$350.00 $650.00 $1,400.00

Includes: 1) Cap & Gown 2) Senior Pictures Sitting Fee 3) Graduation Announcements (12) 4) Diploma Cover 5) Graduation Tickets (10) 6) Yearbook 7) Baccalaureate Night 8) Graduation Ceremony 9) School Fees 10) Fall Ring Ceremony

Includes: All of Option A plus the following items: 1) Two (2) Prom Tickets 2) Senior Packet 3) Two (2) Fun Trips 4) Senior Outing 5) Prom Favors

Includes: All of Options A & B plus the following item: 1) Senior Trip

Option A (Basic Package) is mandatory for all Juniors and Seniors.

Junior Budget Sophomore Budget Freshmen Budget Option A – Basic

Package Option B – Ultimate

Package

$140.00 $200.00 $160.00 $160.00 Includes: ID/Lanyard Technology Fee Cultural Events Yearbook

Includes: All of Option A plus the following items: Spring Ring Ceremony One Prom Ticket

Includes: ID/Lanyard P.E. Uniform Technology Fee Cultural Events Yearbook

Includes: ID/Lanyard P.E. Uniform Technology Fee Cultural Events Yearbook

Additional Fees Homecoming $40.00

Prom $60.00 (Extra Tickets) Dances:

❖ Back to School - $10.00 ❖ Winter Warmer - $10.00 ❖ Spring Fling - $10.00

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Payment schedule and agreement

Aug 31 – 25% Oct 15 – 50% Dec 1 – 75% Jan 31 – 100%

Seniors Opt. A – 87.50 Opt. B – 162.50 Opt. C – 350.00

Opt. A – 87.50 Opt. B – 162.50 Opt. C – 350.00

Opt. A – 87.50 Opt. B – 162.50 Opt. C – 350.00

Opt. A – 87.50 Opt. B – 162.50 Opt. C – 350.00

Juniors

Opt A – 35.00 Opt B – 50.00

Opt A – 35.00 Opt B – 50.00

Opt A – 35.00 Opt B – 50.00

Opt A – 35.00 Opt B – 50.00

Sophomores

40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00

Freshmen

40.00 40.00 40.00 40.00

Fee Payment Agreement

Please initial each statement below: _______ All student fees should be paid in full on or before January 31, 2019 _______ Non-payment of the student fees listed above will restrict my child from participating in extracurricular activities such as sports, filed trips and school dances. _______ Student ID’s must be worn during the school day. ID’s are required to ride the school bus, receive

public bus passes, receive school breakfast and lunch, and participate in extracurricular activities. _______ Additional costs may be necessary for specific field trips, dances, and other activities. _______ While all students will have access to the academic components of the student fees, failure to pay

fees will restrict my child from participating in extracurricular activities. _______ I understand that the payment of student fees is important to my child’s success and participation in

school events. Student Name: _________________________________ Grade: __________________ Parent Signature: _______________________________ Date: ___________________ Forms of payment include: CASH DEBIT/CREDIT CARD MONEY ORDER – Payable to IHSNO

***ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE***

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