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SCHOOLS

BOLIVAR HIGH SCHOOL

1401 N Highway D
Bolivar, MO 65613
417-326-5228

Office Hours:
Front Office: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
Attendance Office: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
Guidance Office: 7:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Monday-Friday

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WELCOME TO BOLIVAR HIGH SCHOOL

Welcome to Bolivar High School. BHS is an excellent school, with a friendly, ded-
icated, and highly trained staff to guide you during your high school years.

The Student-Parent Handbook is an important source of information about BHS.

This handbook will not contain every specific rule or regulation concerning the
high school, but it does have all major policies and much general information to
help students and their parents better understand their school. The intent of the
policies in this handbook is to maintain a school environment that is safe and
friendly and one that provides the best possible learning atmosphere for students.

We hope you will become involved in the wide selection of activities at our school
and make this an exciting school year, the best ever for you and your school.

Bolivar R-I School system does not discriminate on the basis of race, gend-
er, or disability. If anyone feels they have been subject to discrimination
they should contact the Superintendent’s Office.

LOCATION MAP

LOCATION
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MO. 32 MO. 32 (E. BROADWAY)

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BOLIVAR R-1 SCHOOLS BELIEF STATEMENT

We believe that learning is…

Purposeful
Lifelong
Interdependent

We believe that all students…

can learn,
should have an understanding of democratic principles,
are unique individuals with their own intrinsic value,
have the right and responsibility to realize their potential,
should develop tolerance, empathy and respect for others.

We believe that the effective learning environment . . .

is safe and caring,
provides an equal opportunity for all students,
establishes high student expectations,
offers respect and dignity to students and teachers,
is enhanced by an effective partnership between the home,
the community and the school.

BOLIVAR R-1 SCHOOLS MISSION STATEMENT

The Bolivar R‐1 School District, in partnership with the 
community, will ensure that every student acquires the 
knowledge and skills necessary for productive participa‐
tion as a responsible citizen in an ever‐changing society. 
SCHOOL SONG

‘Mid the hills of old Missouri at the gateway to the west

Stands the dear old Bolivar High School loved by all of us the best.
Gathered round her stately columns, sweetest memories will cling
Of the days when dear old High School sheltered us beneath her wings
May thy watchword, duty, honor, be to us a beacon light,
Guide our hearts, oh, dear old High School, through the darkness of the night.
May thy glory ne’er diminish, may thy grandeur never wane.
Here’s our toast, our pride and glory, dear old High School live and reign.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A+ Schools Program .........................................................................................................6
Academic Letter Criteria ................................................................................................ 10
Activity Release Schedule ............................................................................................... 32
Administration ....................................................................................................................5
Athletics ............................................................................................................................ 13
Attendance Incentive ..................................................................................................... 18
Attendance Policies & Procedures ................................................................................ 16
Cafeteria ............................................................................................................................ 20
Cell Phones ....................................................................................................................... 15
Class Officers ......................................................................................................................7
Clubs & Organizations .....................................................................................................8
Computer Access/AUP Agreement ............................................................................. 21
Courtship .......................................................................................................................... 20
Daily Class Schedule ....................................................................................................... 32
Dances ............................................................................................................................... 15
Disciplinary Actions ........................................................................................................ 25
Discipline Policy .............................................................................................................. 24
Dress Code ....................................................................................................................... 15
Driving on Campus ......................................................................................................... 23
Dual Enrollment/Weighted Classes ............................................................................. 12
Due Process...................................................................................................................... 21
Early Graduation Policy ................................................................................................. 11
Early Release Schedule ................................................................................................... 32
Extra Curricular Activities .............................................................................................. 13
Fire & Tornado Drills ..................................................................................................... 14
Grade Reporting .................................................................................................................9
Grades ..................................................................................................................................9
Grading Scale ......................................................................................................................9
Graduating With Honors…. .......................................................................................... 11
Graduation Requirements .............................................................................................. 10
Guidance ..............................................................................................................................9
Honor Roll ..........................................................................................................................9
Immunizations ................................................................................................................. 21
Library Policy ................................................................................................................... 22
Liberator Time ................................................................................................................. 13
Lockers & Book Bags ..................................................................................................... 14
Make-up Policy ................................................................................................................ 19
Medication Policy ............................................................................................................ 20
Messages ........................................................................................................................... 20
National Honor Society .................................................................................................. 12
Ozarks Technical College (OTC) .................................................................................. 15
Parent/Teacher Conferences ......................................................................................... 10
Parent Portal........................................................................................................................9
Part Time Attendance ..................................................................................................... 11
Safe Schools Act .............................................................................................................. 23
Safety & School Transportation .................................................................................... 24
Scholastic Dishonesty ..................................................................................................... 26
School Dress .................................................................................................................... 15
Semester Finals ................................................................................................................ 10
Senior Trip ........................................................................................................................ 11
Student Government .........................................................................................................8
Student Council Officers ...................................................................................................7
Student Code of Conduct .............................................................................................. 27
Student Planners/Hall Passes ........................................................................................ 19
Tardy Policy...................................................................................................................... 19
Violence Policy ................................................................................................................ 21
Visitor Request................................................................................................................. 10
Work Release.................................................................................................................... 12

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 BOLIVAR R-I SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Neal DeShazo Steve Henderson

Mona Coleman J.R. Collins
Linda Buffington Dr. Jeff Tedrow
David Hale

ADMINISTRATION

Dr. Steve Morgan, Superintendent T.C. Wall, Assistant Superintendent

Dr. David Geurin, High School Principal Ron Owens, Assistant Principal
Todd Schrader, Activities Director Sandy Krueger, Special Services Director
George Janzekovich, Security Officer Clent Gammill, School Resource Officer

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF

Sheila Anderson, Secretary to the Principal

Lisa Pitts, Attendance Secretary
Kim Stanek, Registrar

HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY

Jim Barry Spanish Gina Lawson Language Arts

Daniel Bayless Language Arts Angela Legan Mathematics
Amy Becker Language Arts Teresa Lindsay A+ Coordinator
Eric Briggs Mathematics Colleen Long FACS/Health
Susan Carter Science/Spanish Andrew Love Language Arts
Michelle Darby 11 & 12 Counselor Steve McClard Instrumental Music
MSgt Dennis Minear AFJROTC Clayton McCullah Science
Wanda Dunseth Mathematics Dennis Minear Air Force JROTC
Shad Edwards Physical Education Krista Nebel Language Arts
Jennifer Ferrell 9 & 10 Counselor Marla Roberts Mathematics
Susan Fry Instructional Aide Mindy Ross School Nurse
Betty Glasgow FACS Nathan Rothdiener Social Studies
Kim Glenn Instructional Aide Lance Roweton Weight Training
Ben Glidewell Social Studies Becky Shockley Business
Gina Green Business Al Skalicky Vocational Ag
Marc Green Social Studies Patrick Sanders Air Force JROTC
Angela Gries Business/Marketing Lori Stanek BRAVO
Sheila Hacker Library/Media Center Alan Stanley Science
Jason Hines Special Education Kari Taylor Special Education
Robby Hoegh Social Studies Pam Thompson Science
Teresa Holt Mathematics Kim Trobisch German/Language Arts
Mel Hughes Special Education Robin Wallace Health Occupations
Nancy Johnson Special Education Kim Ware ISS/ARC
Randy Jones Media/Journalism Susan Warrington Language Arts
Kim Kahn Art Janet Wells Instructional Aide
Debbie Keil Science Anna Wooderson Vocal Music
Jason King Vocational Ag Clint Wooderson Speech/Drama
John Trew Instrumental Music Cheyenne Yates Mathematics

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A+ SCHOOLS PROGRAM

The A+ Schools grant provides the opportunity and funding for Bolivar High School to
make basic changes designed to guide students in a rigorous program of academic and tech-
nical education that will prepare them for the workplace, post-secondary vocation-
al/technical training, or college. The program is designed to raise academic standards, open
new doors to higher education and introduce students to the teaching profession through
tutoring and mentoring activities.

The goals of the A+ Schools program are:

• To ensure that all students graduate from high school.

• To ensure that all students complete a selection of high school studies that is chal-
lenging and has identified learning expectations.
• To ensure that all students proceed from high school graduation to a college, a
post-secondary vocational or technical school, or a high-wage job with workplace
skill development opportunities.

Financial Incentive

Since 2002, Bolivar High school students completing the A+ Program are eligible for two
years of state-reimbursed tuition from any Missouri public community college, vocational
school, or technical school.* State funds will be available to students of designated A+
schools. These students will be entitled to receive financial reimbursement if they have met
the following requirements:

• Attend a designated A+ School for three consecutive years prior to gradua-

tion.
• Have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher of a 4.0 scale.
• Have at least a 95 percent attendance record.
• Perform 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring.
• Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the unlawful use of drugs.
• Attend a Missouri community college or post-secondary vocational-technical
school on a full time basis and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Attempt to secure all available federal financial assistance funds that do not
require repayment.

The incentive funds are available for eligible students for two years (6 semesters) during the
four-year period immediately following graduation.

* Provided state funds are available

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STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS

Kim Glidewell, President

Molly Tedrow, Vice President
Heather Vaughn, Secretary
Sponsor: Kari Taylor

CLASS OFFICERS

Seniors

Mallory Kirby, President

Summer Rash, Vice President
Krystle Miranda, Secretary
Paige Herbert, Representative
Lindsay Henderson, Representative
Zack Funk, Representative

Juniors

Aric Gooch, President

Cora Butcher-Spellman, Vice President
Isaak Pearson, Secretary
Hunter Wallace, Representative
Faith Harris, Representative
Reed Dressler, Representative

Sophomores

Emma Wall, President

Haleigh Wallace, Vice President
Elizabeth Harris, Secretary
Alyssa Foster, Representative
Jaden Roark, Representative

Freshman

Josh Tarka, President

Kyle Skopec, Vice President
DJ Ball, Secretary
Drew Geurin, Representative
Matthew Endres, Representative

Members at Large

Darcy Cochran

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT

The purpose of this organization shall be: to provide significant learning experiences for
students, staff, and community; to develop behavioral evidence of good citizenship, scholar-
ship, leadership, service and human values; to promote harmonious relationships; to im-
prove morale; to assist in the management of the school; and to provide orderly direction of
school activities. It is expressly understood that the authority herein delegated to the student
council by the administration of Bolivar High School is subject to their reappraisal from time
to time. Upon enrollment in Bolivar High School, a student becomes a member of the stu-
dent body. Student council members elected from each class will represent all students at
BHS. The student council shall be composed of the following:

A. Elected Student Body Officers: President, Vice-president, Secretary.

B. Elected Class Officers: President, Vice-president, Secretary of the Freshman, Sopho-
more, Junior and Senior Classes.
C. Two or three students from each of the freshman, sophomore, junior and senior
classes who shall be elected expressly as representatives from their class.
D. Members-at-large selected by the sponsors. (no more than three)
E. Faculty members selected by the administration. Faculty members shall serve as spon-
sors of the student council.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Clubs and activities are an important part of student life and the school’s educational pro-
gram. They stimulate interest in different fields, provide friendship for students with similar
interest and help promote a feeling of belonging to the school. In order to keep enthusiasm
within the club, the student should support the club or organization to which he/she be-
longs through his/her attendance at meetings, variety of opinions, and responsibility of help-
ing to achieve the purpose of the organization. The following is a list of clubs. Others may
be added from time to time.

Academic Team Andy Love FCCLA Betty Glasgow

Art Club Kim Kahn FFA Al Skalicky, Jason King
Cheerleading Amber Martino Jazz Band Stephen McClard
Choir Anna Wooderson Marching Band Stephen McClard
Color Guard Amy Becker NHS Alan Stanley
DECA Angie Gries Royal Rooters Amber Martino
Debate Clint Wooderson SADD Amy Becker
Drama Clint Wooderson Skills USA Robin Wallace
Elektra Blue Gail Skalicky Student Council Kari Taylor
Drill Team
FBLA Becky Shockley Winter Guard Amy Becker
Gina Green
FCA Andrew Love Yearbook Randy Jones

PROTECTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL TIME

Instructional time will be protected at Bolivar High School. It is imperative that teachers
and students be allowed the maximum time necessary for instruction and learning.
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BOLIVAR HIGH SCHOOL GRADING SCALE

100– 96 – A 86 – 83 – B 76 – 73 – C 66 – 63 – D
95 – 90 – A- 82 – 80 – B- 72 – 70 – C- 62 – 60 – D-
89 – 87 – B+ 79 – 77 – C+ 69 – 67 – D+ 59 – 00 – F

GUIDANCE

Guidance services are available for every student. These services include assistance with
educational planning, interpretation of test scores, occupational information, study help, help
with home/school/social concerns, or any questions the student may feel like discussing.
Students desiring to visit the counselor should contact the guidance office to arrange for an
appointment.

GRADE REPORTING

Students are issued a progressive grade report at the end of each six-week period in each
subject. Progressive grading is similar to having a documented grade check every six weeks.
The first six-week grade is representative of a student’s work for the first six weeks. The
second six-week grade is representative of a student’s work for the first twelve weeks. The
third six-week grade is representative of a student’s work for the total eighteen-week seme-
ster. Therefore, a student’s grade is cumulative, not an average of three separate grading
periods. Parents should keep all reports during the year, and, if at any time they feel that the
student is not making proper progress, they should contact the student’s teacher, counselor
or principal.

Student Information/Parent Portal

Students and parents can access important student information through the SIS portal at
bolivarschools.org. The internet portal allows students and parents to view grades, missing
assignments, transcripts, attendance, lunch balances, and health records. Information on
obtaining a username and password is also available at bolivarschools.org.

HONOR ROLL

The scholastic honor roll will be determined at the close of each semester.

Regular Honor Roll: (3.00 to 3.669)

Minimum requirements for the regular honor roll are:
1. Minimum of six subjects per semester.
High Honor Roll: (3.670 – 4.00)
Minimum requirements for the high honor roll are:
1. Minimum of six subjects per semester.

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STUDENT VISITOR REQUEST

No visitors will be allowed during lunch, before/after school, or any other time during the
school day with the exception of parents/guardians or close relatives. Special groups, organi-
zations, or individuals may receive permission in advance through the school administration.

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES

Parent/teacher conferences are held in conjunction with open house, during each fall and
spring semester. This event will be publicized widely and parents will be notified by mail.
Teachers are available, on two separate nights, to visit with parents regarding student aca-
demic progress. Individual parent/teacher conferences can be scheduled anytime by
calling the high school office.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for graduation from BHS are 27 units of credit in grades 9-12 including:

Communication Arts - 4 Physical Education – 1

Math - 3 Fine Arts - 1 (music, art, theater)
Science - 3 Health - .5
Social Studies - 3 Personal Finance - .5
Practical Arts – 1 Electives - 10
(agriculture, business, industrial arts, vocational)

SEMESTER FINALS

Because finals develop academic discipline and prepare students for post-secondary educa-
tion, all students will take final exams unless the administration directs otherwise. Final ex-
ams are given in all classes and may be a test, a project, a presentation, or other assessment.
All students are expected to take the final according to the finals schedule that will be posted
prior to the end of the semester. Any student who wishes to take finals early because of a
planned absence that is both necessary and unavoidable must obtain permission from the
principal.

ACADEMIC LETTER CRITERIA (Grades 9 – 12)

1. Each semester Bolivar High School will hold a banquet to honor Academic Letter reci-
pients.
2. Students must have an “A-“ average (3.67 grade point average) with no grade lower
than a “B.”
3. Math, Science, Social Studies, English, and Foreign Language classes are designated as
core curriculum courses. Dual enrollment courses (on a college campus) in the core
areas will be recognized at BHS for the Academic Letter criteria.
• Students that receive eight (8) letter grades must be enrolled in a minimum of
three core areas.
• Students that receive seven (7) letter grades must be enrolled in a minimum of
four core areas.

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 • Students that receive six (6) letter grades must be enrolled in a minimum of five
core areas.
4. Students must be in good standing as a school and community citizen.
5. Students meeting this criteria will be awarded the following
Bolivar High School Academic Letter &
Gold Star for each semester criteria is achieved
Students with a 4.0 or better will receive a special medal/pin

EARLY GRADUATION

A student who wishes to graduate from high school in less than the ordinary eight (8) seme-
sters, grade 9-12 sequence, may request permission to complete graduation requirements on
an alternate schedule. The student and parents/guardians will consult with the high school
guidance personnel to develop a graduation plan. The student’s intention to accomplish this
shall be stated in writing to the principal within thirty (30) calendar days after the beginning
of their sixth or seventh semester, i.e., their last semester of high school attendance.

GRADUATING WITH HONORS

Students who earn the following cumulative high school grade point averages will
be honored at graduation with an academic honors medal. Honors will calculated
upon completion of the 7th academic semester.

4.0 or Higher Summa Cum Laude Gold Academic Honors Medal

3.85 - 3.99 Magna Cum Laude Silver Academic Honors Medal
3.67 - 3.84 Cum Laude Bronze Academic Honors Medal

SENIOR TRIP

The senior trip is an experience long enjoyed by the seniors of BHS. In order for a senior
student to be eligible to enjoy going on the trip, the following criteria must be met:

1. The student must be a senior in the year of the trip.

2. The student must be a candidate for graduation in the year of the trip.
3. The student must have no serious discipline problems. A student who has a se-
rious discipline problem(s) desiring to go on the trip will meet with the principal
and the senior sponsors, who will make a joint decision concerning the student’s
eligibility to go on the trip.
4. Students must meet the attendance requirements listed previously in the handbook
(minimum of 95% attendance based on hours attended). Appeals may be granted
for extenuating circumstances beyond the student’s control.

PART TIME ATTENDANCE

Senior students may be eligible for early release or part-time attendance at Bolivar High
School. To qualify the student must:
• Complete 24 units of credit prior to the start of the 7th semester and/or complete 25.5 units
of credit prior to the start of the 8th semester.
• Maintain 95% attendance in scheduled classes while attending part-time.

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 • Complete the part-time attendance application form by May 1st of the prior school year.
• Obtain written parental consent to allow the student to attend part-time.
• Enroll in a minimum of 6 classes.
• Enroll full time second semester if a course is failed or attendance is below 95%.
• Understand that part-time students may be at school only for scheduled classes, special ac-
tivities, or with prior appointment with school personnel.

WORK RELEASE PROGRAMS

Students may participate in work release programs through the following areas:

Agricultural Occupational Experience Business Office Experience

Health Sciences Cooperative Work Program Marketing/Vocational Internship
Family and Consumer Sciences

Students participating in any of these programs must have 95% attendance the previous seme-
ster and maintain 95% attendance during the current semester. Students must have a C or bet-
ter in all classes and must meet all the requirements listed in the Course Description Book.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (Grades 11, 12)

Membership in the NHS is based on four qualifications: scholarship, leadership, character,

and service. Membership is through invitation and is bestowed by staff members. Interest-
ed students may secure additional information from the NHS Sponsor.

DUAL CREDIT/WEIGHTED CLASSES (Grades 11, 12)

The dual credit programs, offered by Southwest Baptist University and Missouri State Uni-
versity, provide an opportunity for 11th and 12th grade high school students (and sopho-
mores under special circumstances) in college-bound classes to enroll in specific, freshmen-
level collegiate courses for credit taught by approved master teachers.

WEIGHTED CLASSES:
Weighted class points will be included in the determination of class rank. Dual credit
courses in core curriculum areas will be weighted on the grade-point scale in the following
manner:
A=5.0 points C=3.0 points F= 0.0 points
B=4.0 points D=2 0 points

DUAL CREDIT REQUIREMENTS:

Students registering for dual credit must be enrolled through the SBU or MSU dual credit
office and meet the following requirements:
1. SBU - Have an ACT subtest score of 18 in the subject area of Math and/or English.
MSU - Have a composite score of 21 or higher on the ACT.
2. A) Submit completed application and required fee to Mrs. Darby’s office at the begin-
ning of the semester for classes on the BHS campus.
B) Submit completed application and required fee to SBU if taking a course on SBU
campus. Some financial assistance is available for students demonstrating need.
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3. Purchase course book, if required.
Students are advised to take no more than two advanced college credit courses a semester.
The following courses can be taken for dual credit on the BHS campus. The number after
each course represents the number of college credit hours available if taken for dual credit:
Personal Finance (3) Sociology (3)
Applied Calculus (3) Fundamentals of Speech Comm. (3)
English Comp I (3) Computer Applications II (2)
English Comp II (3) Horticulture (1)
Chemistry I (5) Biology (4)
Chemistry II (4) Physics (4)
College Algebra (3) Pre Calculus (3)

ARTICULATED COURSES:
The following courses are articulated with OTC. Students can receive credit for the corres-
ponding OTC course if they complete an OTC student enrollment form, maintain an overall
2.0 GPA and 3.0 or higher GPA for the course:

Personal Finance BUS 115 Personal Finance

Desktop Publishing BUS255 Desktop Publishing
Marketing Education II BUS 130 Principles of Marketing
Marketing Vocational Internship BUS 285 Occupational Seminar
Business Technology BUS 101 Microcomputer Keyboarding
BST 285 Occupational Seminar
Computer Applications I & II CIS 101 Microcomputer Applications
Advanced Child Development ECD 101 Intro to Early Childhood
Health Occupations II HIT 191 Medical Terminology
Culinary Arts (ProStart) HSM 101 Intro Hospitality,
HSM 102 Safety & Sanitation
LIBERATOR TIME
Liberator Time (LT) is the high school academic intervention period. The purpose of LT is
to support academic performance by providing additional instruction for students who are
struggling and by providing incentives for students to perform well academically. At the
beginning of the school year, all students will be assigned to LT for guided study and Fresh-
men Mentoring Program (FMP). However, students in grades 11-12 with no Ds or Fs and
with at least 95% attendance may be granted privilege time during this period. LT rosters will
be adjusted every six weeks and will be posted in the building.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Students should participate in as many activities as their time allows but not overload them-
selves. To be eligible students must:
a. Meet all requirements as set by the Missouri State High School Activities Associa-
tion (MSHSAA).
b. Display a good class attitude.
c. Have good citizenship
d. Be prompt and attend regularly.
e. Follow all rules, regulations, and policies as stated in the BHS Athletic Handbook.

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ATHLETICS

Aims and Objectives

An interscholastic athletic program is conducted at Bolivar High School to further the de-
velopment of students as competitors and spectators through friendly inter-school contests.
The purpose of the program is to develop leadership, good sportsmanship, personality, new
friendships and friendly rivalry with other schools.

Sportsmanship

We believe good sportsmanship should be exemplified at athletic contests. When an oppo-

nent comes to our school for the purpose of participating in a contest, we are hosts and they
should be treated as guests. The same is true for the officials. We should always display
respect for the officials of the contest and the players.

Sports Available

The athletic program has been diversified to the extent that it provides activities for many
different interests and talents. The following sports are part of the Bolivar High School
program:

Boys Girls
Baseball-Spring Basketball-Winter
Basketball-Winter Cross Country-Fall
Cross Country-Fall Golf-Fall
Football-Fall Soccer-Spring
Golf-Spring Softball-Fall
Soccer-Fall Tennis-Fall
Tennis-Spring Track-Spring
Track-Spring Volleyball-Fall
Wrestling-Winter

EMERGENCY DRILLS

Each classroom has a diagram of the evacuation route for fire and tornado drills. Tornado
and fire drills will consist of moving as quickly and quietly as possible to the assigned area.
Lockdown drills will be conducted to ensure a secured building. Follow the directions given
to you by the staff and administration. Every student and staff member must recognize the
safety factor and seriousness of these drills. Failure to properly act at the proper moment
could mean the difference between life and death. Cooperation and mature action is needed
at all times.

LOCKERS AND BOOK BAGS

Students are advised to lock their lockers with a lock they furnish themselves. They should
report any damage to or theft from the locker to the administration. Lockers are school
property and may be examined at any time by an administrator. Students are to retain their
assigned locker for the entire school year, unless permission is given by the administration to
change. Opened food and drinks are not allowed in lockers.
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Students have a right to secure on their person, backpacks, book bags, duffel bags and any
other such item; however, the administration is authorized to conduct a search of a student
or student’s possession if there is cause to believe that the student has violated a school rule
or committed an offense under the laws of the State of Missouri.

OZARKS TECHNICAL COLLEGE (OTC)

Juniors and seniors may apply to attend career education courses at Ozark Technical College
in Springfield. Admission to OTC is based on each student’s application along with the stu-
dent’s grades and attendance history. The Bolivar School District will pay the tuition for
students to attend. Attendance is very important, and the OTC attendance policy will be
strictly enforced. BHS students are to attend OTC every day class is in session. Students
will be informed when the career center is not in session or when they are to remain at Boli-
var for special events. Permission must be granted by the administration for a student to
remain at Bolivar for a special reason or request.

DANCES

During the school year there will be three school dances: Homecoming, Courtwarming, and
Athletic Celebration for all enrolled members of BHS, grades 9-12, and their registered guests.
Guests must be registered at the office no later than two days prior to the dance. Dances are
sponsored and planned by the student council.
The following guidelines will be enforced:
1. If you leave the building early, you cannot return unless you receive permission to leave
from the sponsor in charge of supervision at the dance.
2. BHS students will be responsible for their own actions and the actions of their guest.
3. Proper dress is expected. School dress code will be followed.
4. No alcohol, tobacco or drugs will be permitted. Violators will face suspension and
possible legal action.

CELL PHONES
Cell phones are not to be used at any time during the school day from 8:10 am-3:00 pm,
except for during lunch or Liberator Time. The following consequences will apply if the cell
phone policy is violated:
First Offense—Cell phone is confiscated for the remainder of the day
Second Offense—Cell phone is confiscated and returned to parent only
Third and subsequent offenses—Cell phone is confiscated and returned to parent
only and student will serve an ISS and/or Friday School as assigned by the prin-
cipal

Cell phone actions that bully, harass, or share inappropriate material will result in confisca-
tion of the cell phone and/or ISS/OSS.

SCHOOL DRESS

All aspects of dress and personal appearance are extremely important in developing the best
atmosphere for educational attainment. Students are expected to keep themselves well
groomed and neatly dressed at all times. The school believes parents should know what
their children are wearing and how they are dressed for school each day. We further believe
that when girls dress to look like young ladies and boys as young gentlemen, their total beha-
vior, respect for each other, and educational achievement will be more acceptable to all con-
cerned. Dress and appearance must not present health or safety hazards, or be indecent,
disruptive, or inappropriate for the classroom. Final decision as to the appropriateness of
wearing apparel will be at the discretion of the principal.

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DRESS CODE

1. A student should be clean and well groomed at all times.

2. Messages on body, clothing, jewelry, and personal belongings that is related to gangs,
drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sex, vulgarity, or that reflects adversely upon a person because
of their race, sex, color, creed, national origin, or ancestry are not permitted.
3. Clothing must cover the body sufficiently to avoid attracting excessive attention or
causing disruptions. Students’ shoulders and backs should be covered. Therefore, strap-
less tops, spaghetti straps, one-shoulder tops, T-shirts with the sleeves removed above
the sleeve seam, tank tops with narrow straps or those with large arm opening should
not be worn in school.
4. Undue exposure, such as bare midriffs, revealing necklines, and exposure of undergar-
ments will not be considered in good taste and, therefore, will not be allowed.
3. Very short shorts, such as athletic shorts, are not acceptable. Very tight shorts, such as
biker shorts, are not allowed. Shorts of appropriate length may be worn during the
school year.
4. For health and safety reasons, appropriate footwear must be worn at all times. Bare
feet are not acceptable.
5. No caps or hats are to be worn in the school during school time.
6. Sunglasses are not to be worn in the school building unless required by doctor’s pre-
scription.
7. Jewelry, chains, etc., that are disruptive to the educational process, or that could be
considered dangerous and could injure someone if used as a weapon, or could be da-
maging to property, will not be permitted at school.

The above regulations are designed to set limits on what is permissible at school.
Common sense, a reasonable attitude, and parent support should eliminate the need to cor-
rect students in the areas of dress and personal appearance.

If upon the administrator’s judgment the appearance of a student is detrimental to the

school’s learning environment, an adjustment, covering, or removal can be requested. Stu-
dents who violate this code will be given the opportunity to change to appropriate attire at
school. Repeat offenders will be assigned Detention, Friday School, or ISS/OSS. Students
who refuse to change or continue to violate the dress code will receive additional detentions
or possible suspension from school.
ATTENDANCE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Bolivar High School’s attendance policy will help students accomplish the following goals:
• Develop student responsibility
• Develop quality citizenship
• Increase respect for teachers, other students, and learning
• Achieve success in their courses
• Prepare for future employment

Attendance at school on a regular and continuing basis is one of the most effective ways of
ensuring that your child receives a quality education. When a child is absent he/she misses
rich exchange of communication and interactions that cannot be made up by homework. In
accordance with state laws for schools, students are considered absent any time they are
checked out of the building by a parent or authorized adult.

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A school day is calculated by the minutes in the day. Hours absent during the school
day can add up to a full day and will count against your child’s attendance record.
Attendance will be reviewed on a regular basis. Many activities such as admission to the
career center at OTC, special programs, etc., are based on a minimum of 95% attendance calcu-
lated by hours attended. Students who must be absent from school for vacations, college
visits, religious observances, etc., need to obtain a “Pre-Arranged Absence Form” in
the Attendance Office at least two school days prior to the requested absence (excep-
tion: emergencies). The student will bring a note from home explaining the reason
for the absence and request assignments from faculty on the form. Once the form
has been completed, it should be returned to the Attendance Office at which time a
copy will be forwarded to the respective school social worker.

Students may be absent from or late to school for the following reasons only:

a. Sickness - personal or immediate family.

b. Funerals – family, relatives, close friends.
c. Appointments – doctor, dental, or one driver examination. Try to make these ap-
pointments so you will miss as few classes as possible. Upon return, you must
present written confirmation from the office of your appointment to the Atten-
dance Secretary.
d. Emergencies – calling for the service or presence of pupils at home.

Parents/guardians must call the school on the day of the absence, and should also
follow this call with a note on the day the student returns. Absences that cannot be
verified by a parent will be dealt with as truancies.

Truancy is absence from school or class without the knowledge and consent of parents,
guardians, and/or school administration. Likewise, failure to attend your assigned class with-
out the teacher’s knowledge is truancy. Truancy all or part of the day will not be tolerated.
Students may not leave the building without permission from the school administration.
Always check out of and into school through the attendance office.

Students under the age of 16 will be reported to DFS and the Juvenile Office for poor
school attendance.

To earn credit, student must have 95% attendance and therefore cannot miss more
than 18 class periods (or 1530 minutes) total in a semester. Keep in mind that mi-
nutes absent accumulate and can add up to full class periods. If a student does not
meet this attendance standard, all coursework for the semester will be considered
incomplete and credit will not be awarded.

If a student is absent more than 18 class periods, he or she will receive a notification letter
from the attendance office. An attendance committee will then review the record of atten-
dance to examine the nature of the absences and to determine what make-up time is re-
quired. Each student with excessive absences will have the opportunity to complete atten-
dance school to reach the 95% standard. All absences that are not made-up will result in
a grade of “incomplete” for all courses for the semester. Parents/guardians may verify
up to four (4) absences per semester where a valid reason for the absence exists. Students
who have not met the attendance requirement but have received a passing grade will receive
“incomplete” if the excessive absences are not made up or exempted through the review
process. “Incomplete” is not available to students who failed academically; those students
will receive an F grade regardless of their attendance. An “incomplete” will not figure into a
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student’s overall GPA. However, an “incomplete” still results in loss of credit. For athletic
eligibility purposes and other programs that have a minimum GPA requirement, “incom-
plete” counts as a failing grade.

Students released from their regular classes in order to participate in school approved
extracurricular activities are not considered absent.

Absences due to suspensions or confinement in juvenile detention do not need to be made

up. However assignments from each class must be made up according to each teacher’s
disclosures.

The “make-up” of excessive absences in attendance school does not excuse students from
completing the class work and assignments missed during the absences(s). Make-up of the
missed work is subject to requirements outlined in the student handbook and each teacher’s
disclosures.

ATTENDANCE SCHOOL AND AVOIDING LOSS OF CREDIT

Students with excessive absences will be required to complete attendance school to make up
the missing class time. Students will also be subject to disciplinary actions if truant.
Attendance school sessions will be offered before school on designated days with some
Friday afternoon sessions available. All minutes must be made-up each semester by
deadlines disclosed by administration. To avoid any problems it is strongly suggested that the
student make up the time within two (2) weeks of the occurrence.

An attendance school schedule will be available from the attendance office. No food, drink,
electronic device or any other disruptive items will be permitted in the attendance session
area. Sessions will start promptly. Students arriving late will lose the opportunity to attend
the session. A student that is disruptive, as determined by the teacher, during attendance
school will be removed from that sitting of attendance school and will forfeit the time for
that session. Failure to make up absences will result in no grade for the class.

ABSENCE REVIEW PROCESS

Students and their parents/guardians may appeal to the high school principals to waive or
reduce the attendance school requirement for absences in excess of the 18 class periods total
allowed per semester. Reviews are reserved for uncontrollable attendance issues, i.e., physician-
verifiable illness, bereavement, court appearances, verified emergencies, etc. The waiving of a
student’s attendance obligations through the absence review process is infrequent. In the
case of chronic, pre-existing, or extended unforeseen health conditions, the principal can
waive the review process and excuse absences. This requires that the student or par-
ent/guardian be in regular contact with one of the principals.

To be considered, reviewed absences must meet the following criteria:

Absences must have been parent/guardian verified (indicating parent/guardian knowledge
of the absences and appropriate school notification) within five (5) school days of the stu-
dent’s return to school. Verification by a physician may be required for absences due to ill-
ness, where absences are excessive. The excuse must be date specific. A typed letter explain-
ing conditions in which the student was unable to meet the attendance requirements must be
submitted to the attendance office.

BOLIVAR HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE INCENTIVE

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For each semester, students with 95% attendance or better will be allowed to opt-out of one
semester final. In addition to the attendance requirement, each student must 1) have at least
a B average for the class in which he or she wishes to use this reward, 2) be enrolled in
BHS at least 12 of the 18 weeks during the semester, and 3) be in good standing with the
BHS faculty and administration. Dual-credit courses and courses requiring a Missouri End of
Course exam are not eligible for this option. Since this reward is an incentive only, all ab-
sences will count against the goal whether they are excused or unexcused.
In addition, students will be recognized periodically for outstanding attendance. At the com-
pletion of each six week grading period, students with perfect attendance will receive an
extra privilege from the faculty and administration. In addition, individual teachers will pro-
vide classroom incentives for excellent attendance.

MAKE-UP POLICY

It is the responsibility of the student to contact the teacher about making up work.
Teachers will provide a reasonable amount of time for students to complete assignments
when the absence is reasonable and necessary. Refer to each teacher’s disclosures for infor-
mation on make-up work procedures for a particular course. Students who must be absent
for an extended time with serious illness should contact the high school office about picking
up assignments or applying for homebound instruction.

TARDINESS

Any student not present in class by the bell shall be considered tardy. Students who are tardy
will not be admitted to class but must report to the commons area immediately to complete
a tardy form and to obtain a pass to class. This tardy sweep process is designed to teach
students promptness and responsibility needed for success in future endeavors. As tardies
accumulate students will also receive the following consequences:
Tardies 1-4 Warning/Policy Reminder
Tardies 5-6 AM/PM Detention: Arrive at 7:30 am for a half-hour deten-
tion or after school until 3:30 pm (report to the attendance
office).
Tardies 7-8 Campus Clean-Up: Arrive at 7:30 am or immediately after
school until 3:30 pm for a half-hour of campus beautification.
Tardies 9 and above Friday School

SAFETY AND SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION

The safety of every student on our buses is of great concern to all. Every precaution is taken
to see that students arrive at their destination safely. This requires the cooperation of the
students, the driver and the parents. Driving a school bus is a responsible task. Drivers
must have their entire attention on their driving responsibility at all times. Anything that
happens on the bus to divert the driver’s attention from his/her job immediately endangers
the safety of the riders. It is, therefore, necessary that students riding the bus conduct them-
selves in a safe and orderly manner. It is a privilege to ride a bus. We trust students will not
abuse the privilege. High school students that create discipline problems on the bus will be
refused school transportation. The principal/superintendent are authorized to modify or
even waive steps depending upon the severity and/or frequency of the offense.

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STUDENT PLANNER/HALL PASS

Students must have a hall pass to be in the hall during class time. Each student’s assigned
planner will serve as a hall pass or the teacher may provide a hall pass for the student. If a
student’s assigned planner is lost, he/she may purchase a replacement through the school
office.

MESSAGES

The school will not interrupt classes to deliver messages to students unless it is an emergen-
cy. Messages will be delivered during lunch shifts and at the end of the day whenever possi-
ble. Phone calls must be made from the phone in the commons before and after school or
during lunch. Calls should be limited to one minute per person.

CAFETERIA

Use good manners in the cafeteria. Students have a responsibility to help keep the cafeteria
clean. Please place trash in the trashcans and return trays and silverware to the kitchen. Free
and reduced lunch applications are available in the principal’s office. Food and drink should
be confined to the cafeteria or designated areas. BHS is a “closed campus,” which
means students are not allowed to leave the building during their assigned lunch
period without special permission from the administration. Students are not allowed
to order in or have food delivered to school.

The food service department uses a computerized meal tracking system. This system allows
the department to keep an accurate account of students’ financial records for meals served
through the tray line. This system works like a debit system. Students should deposit money
into their account before going through the tray line. Students are assigned a PIN number.
They are responsible for knowing or having their number with them anytime they go
through the tray line. Students type in their own numbers into a keypad located by the cash-
ier.

Students are allowed to charge up to one day through the tray line. Once a student has
charged one day he\she may not charge again until his\her account has a positive balance of
$2.00, which is the price of one tray line lunch.

IMMUNIZATIONS—MISSOURI LAW SECTION 167.181

All students in attendance in the state of Missouri are required to have all immunizations
before enrollment in a school district or before a class schedule can be issued.

COURTSHIP

Courtship is not part of the curricular or co-curricular activities of senior high school.
Therefore, public display of affection (kissing, embracing, etc.) is unacceptable behavior
during school hours or at school activities. Disciplinary action will apply.

MEDICATION POLICY

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The following policy has been established regarding the dispensing of medication during
school hours:
1. SCHOOL PERSONNEL WILL GIVE ONLY PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE.
No “over-the-counter” medication (including cough medicine, Tylenol, or any
non-prescription medication) will be given unless it is prescribed by a doctor.
2. Medicine prescribed by a doctor must be in a prescription bottle. Your pharmacist can
give you an extra labeled bottle to use for medicine to be sent to school. The bottle
should include the following information:
a. Student’s name
b. Current date
c. Name of medication and specific instructions such as amount and time to be giv-
en
d. Name of doctor prescribing the medication.
3. A permission form may be obtained from the school nurse.

DUE PROCESS

When considering serious punishment such as school detention, or suspension, the princip-
al will take the following steps in order to protect the student’s due rights.
A. Students will be given notice of the charges against them.
B. Students will have the opportunity to present their side of the story.
C. An explanation of the evidence will be given if the student denies the violation.
D. The student may appeal the decision successively to the principal, superintendent,
and finally, the Board of Education.

VIOLENCE POLICY

On the occurrence a student threatens or implies a threat to maliciously harm another stu-
dent or staff member, that student will be automatically referred to the administration. Par-
ents will be contacted personally or by letter.

All incidents, including threats of violence and acts of violence may be referred to the local
law enforcement agencies.

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER POLICY

The Bolivar High School Library Media Center is dedicated to providing a learning commu-
nity where life-long learning is encouraged and promoted. Helping students and faculty to
meet their constantly changing informational needs is the center of our library media center
program. To assure a pleasant atmosphere conducive to learning, students are expected to be
respectful, courteous, and quiet while using the library. Students and faculty will find a vast
array of print and electronic resources available for research and leisure reading. Books and
magazines have a three-week circulation period, and students may renew their resources as
needed. Students are encouraged to return library materials on time. Students and faculty
may submit requests for new library materials and services. Requests are reviewed and hon-
ored as budgets allow. The LMC is open daily from 7:45 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. Additional hours
are available upon request. The LMC provides access to the library catalog and many other
research sites via the Internet and may be accessed at the following address:
http://www.bolivar.k12.mo.us/BHS/bhslib/

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COMPUTER ACCESS/ACCEPTABLE USE AGREEMENT

Access to the school district’s computers, the network, the Internet, and any district software
is a privilege, not a right. This privilege will be revoked immediately when policies and pro-
cedures are abused. Students using the Internet accept the responsibility for keeping all
inappropriate files, or files that could damage the reputation or the integrity of the school
district, from entering the school via the Internet. Before a student can use district technol-
ogy, he/she must sign an Acceptable Use Policy. A parent’s signature is also required on
this form. Some violations of this policy may result in legal action.
Acceptable Use
The user will:
• Use the System only in support of activities consistent with district policy.
• Respect and adhere to all rules that apply to the operation of the System or to any other
network being used or accessed through the System.
• Respect and adhere to all copyright, trade secret and patent laws and guidelines that
pertain to the System or to resources accessed through the System.
• Never access or supply threatening, profane, obscene, or violent material.
• Never access or supply resources for which the user does not have authorization.
• Never disrupt or vandalize the System or resources associated with the System or re-
sources belonging to other users. Never upload, download or install software or data of
any kind without direct authorization from a System administrator.
• Never “mass mail” other users or participate in “chain mailings” without approval from
a System administrator.
• Never harass or annoy other users with unwanted email or by any other means.
• Never use the System for advertising, solicitation, commercial or political activities.
• Abide by generally accepted rules of network etiquette (“Netiquette”).
• Promptly notify a system administrator of any System security problems of which the
user becomes aware.
• Never reveal any System security problems to anyone other than a Network system
administrator.
• Never reveal System passwords or privileges to other individuals.
• Never use any other user’s System passwords or privileges.
• Never reveal phone numbers, addresses or other personal information via the System
• Notify a System administrator of any change in System account information.
• Adhere to District requests to update System registration, password or account infor-
mation.
• Be aware that electronic mail accounts and other System resources allocated to users
are not private and are subject to review by the System administrators and other autho-
rized District personnel.

Consequences of Violation
If a user violates any of the provisions outlined in this document, the school administration
reserves the right to terminate the user’s System accounts and revoke all System access privi-
leges. The school administrators reserve the right to alter any and all disciplinary action
based on the severity of the violation. The school administration may also elect to administer
additional disciplinary actions appropriate to the violation. Some violations may also consti-
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tute a civil and/or criminal offense and may result in legal action. Please refer to the Student
Code of Conduct for specific disciplinary actions.
The District makes no warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, with regard to the
quality and performance of the System or of the services and information obtained through
the System. The District will not be responsible for any damages a user incurs as a result of
System use, including loss of data.
All terms and conditions in this document are applicable to al users of the System. These
provisions reflect an agreement of the parties executing this document and shall be governed
and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri and of the United States
of America.

DRIVING OF PERSONAL VEHICLES

In order for students to drive to school and park a vehicle in the student lot, the student
must obtain a parking permit hang tag from the Assistant Principal’s Office and display the
hang tag on the vehicle’s rearview mirror every school day. The student must show a wil-
lingness to comply with all school regulations. Students who choose to not park in marked
lane spaces may be subject to having their vehicle towed from the premises at owner’s ex-
pense. Students may lose driving/parking privileges at school due to misconduct in
other discipline areas.

1. Students must have a valid driver’s license.

2. Students must show Proof of Insurance (financial responsibility). Students must obtain
a student-parking permit annually. Students losing their permit will be charged a re-
placement fee.
3. Students must display their parking permit (hang tag) daily.
4. Students must park in their designated parking space in the student parking lot.
5. Student’s vehicles are to be locked at all times when on school property.
6. Students are not to be in vehicles during the school day. A pass must be obtained from
the principal’s office to re-enter the lot.
7. Students are to immediately enter the building after parking their vehicle.
8. Students must observe a maximum speed of 10 mph and drive with care.
9. Students must follow all other regulations set forth by the administration for the safe
and secure operation of the parking lot. (Example – enter/exit the parking lot using
the proper driveway).
10. Students must receive permission from the adult office staff in order to go to the park-
ing lot during the school day. Upon receiving permission, students must sign out and
back in on the log provided in the office.
11. Students who do not obtain a parking permit, follow the above rules or drive while
under suspended driving privileges may have their vehicle towed.

The school system retains authority to conduct routine patrols of student parking lots and
inspection of student’s automobiles on school property. The school system may inspect the
interior of student automobiles whenever a school official has reasonable suspicion to be-
lieve illegal or unauthorized materials are contained inside the automobile. If the student
fails to provide access to the interior of the car upon request by a school official he or she
will be subject to school disciplinary action. If necessary, law enforcement personnel will be
notified.

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SAFE SCHOOLS ACT

The 1996 Missouri General Assembly enacted legislation which requires school districts to
report acts of “school violence.” It also contains consequences of failure to obey the stan-
dards of conduct and the importance of the standards to the maintenance of an atmosphere
where learning is possible and encouraged. Occasionally surveys of students will be con-
ducted. All students are requested to participate unless a written request from par-
ents/guardians is on file.

DISCIPLINE POLICY

Good citizenship is one of the most important objectives of an education. The task of the
individual is to learn to live effectively and harmoniously with others as he/she works to
develop his/her skills and understanding and to build the kind of character expected of a
good citizen.

Even though students are encouraged to develop an increasingly greater degree of indepen-
dence in thinking and planning for themselves, they must, at the same time, recognize the
respect for judgment and the rights of others as one of the foundation stones of a democrat-
ic society. It is also important that there be an authority to protect such rights when neces-
sary.

The principals and teachers at Bolivar High School are charged with the responsibility for
establishing rules and regulations necessary for implementation of an effective education
program, within the policies of the board of education. Students are expected to conform to
such rules and regulations. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary actions, even to the
point of removal from school.

Students are expected to conform to the following basic standards for success:

1. To be present and on time.

2. To bring learning materials.
3. To exhibit respect for other people and their property.
4. To be prepared to participate.

PROBLEM AREAS

1. TARDINESS – Arriving late to class without an excuse from the office or another
teacher.
2. UNEXCUSED ABSENCE – Refer to explanation of page 16.
3. DEFIANCE OF SCHOOL PERSONNEL’S AUTHORITY OR SCHOOL
POLICY – Refusal to comply with reasonable requests of any school personnel or
policy of the school.
4. DISORDERLY CONDUCT, INCLUDING PROFANITY AND OBSCENE
BEHAVIOR – Conduct and/or behavior which is disruptive to the orderly educa-
tional procedure of the school.
5. MOTOR VEHICLE – The inappropriate use of a motor vehicle on school property.
6. BUS – Not following bus rules.
7. VERBAL ABUSE – Statements which intimidate or injure another person.
8. FORGERY – Writing and using the signature or initials of another person.
9. GAMBLING – Participating in games of chance for the purpose of exchanging mon-
ey.
10. THEFT – Taking property that belongs to another person or other people.
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11. TOBACCO – The use or possession of tobacco, of any kind, on school property.
12. DESTRUCTION OR DEFACEMENT OF PROPERTY – Destroying or muti-
lating objects or materials belonging to the school, school personnel, or other persons.
13. FIGHTING – Mutual combat in which both parties have contributed to the conflict
either verbally or by physical action.
14. ALCOHOL – The use, possession, or sale of alcoholic substances or being under the
influence of any alcoholic substance. Use, possession, or sale of imitation alcohol
products is also prohibited.
15. PHYSICAL ASSAULT – Physical attack of one person, or of a group of persons,
upon another person, who does not wish to engage in the conflict and who has not
provoked the attack.
16. ARSON – Intentional setting of fire or burning school property.
17. DRUGS – The use, possession, or sale of drugs, narcotics, or other controlled sub-
stances, or being under the influence of the same. Drugs referred to as “Kiddie Dope”
are not allowed.
18. WEAPONS – The possession of a dangerous weapon, or the use of an object to in-
flict bodily injury to another person.
19. EXTORTION – The solicitation of money, or something of value, from another
person, in return of protection, or in connection with a threat to inflict harm.
20. EXPLOSIVE DEVICES – The use, possession, or sale of explosive devices, includ-
ing fireworks.
21. FILING FALSE EMERGENCY REPORTS – The false reporting of a bomb
threat, fire alarm, or 911 calls.
22. TRUANCY – Absence from school or class without the knowledge and consent of
teachers, parents/guardians and/or the school administration. Students who are truant
will be subjected to disciplinary actions assigned by the school administration.
23. CELL PHONES—Cell phones are not to be used during the entire school day from
8:10 am-3:00 pm.

DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

Students who become involved in areas of problem behavior will be subjected to certain
disciplinary actions. Dependent upon the behavior problem of the student, the school offi-
cials will take one or more of the following actions.

A. INFORMAL TALK – A school official (teacher, counselor, or principal) will talk to

the student and try to reach an agreement regarding how the student should behave.
B. CONFERENCE – A formal conference is held between the student and one or more
school officials. During this conference, the student must agree to correct his/her be-
havior.
C. PARENT INVOLVEMENT – Parent(s) notified by telephone, personal contact, or
letter. A conference may be conducted between the student, his/her parent(s), appro-
priate school personnel, and any other individuals concerned.
D. DETENTION – Students failing to serve before or after school detention or follow
guidelines will be assigned Friday school, or ISS/OSS. Teachers may assign 9th Blocks
(short detentions) for tardies/classroom incidents.
E. FRIDAY SCHOOL –Friday school runs from 3:10-6:00 pm. Students are to work
the entire time on schoolwork. Students failing to serve the Friday School or follow
guidelines will be sent home and/or Assigned ISS/OSS.
F. GENERAL DISCIPLINARY MEASURES – The student may be suspended from
one or more classes, but remains at school during these class periods, or receives other
appropriate disciplinary actions, such as: a.) serves one or more detentions, either be-

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 fore or after school; or b.) has privileges (including bus and extracurricular activities)
suspended.
G. SHORT SUSPENSION – (School law 167.161 – Up to 10 days). The student is
informed that he/she is subject to suspension. The student is afforded the appropriate
due process procedure. Following this procedure, if the school principal determines
that a suspension is in order, it will be administered at that point.
H. LONG SUSPENSION - - (School law 167.161 – Up to 180 days). The Board of
Education authorizes the superintendent of schools to suspend a student up to 180
days. The student is informed that he/she is subject to a suspension. The student is
afforded the appropriate due process procedures. Following this procedure, if the su-
perintendent of schools determines that a long suspension is in order, it will be admi-
nistered at that point. A suspension of more than 10 days may be appealed to the
board of education through the superintendent of schools.
I. IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION – Bolivar High School will utilize a program of in-
school suspension consisting of isolation, discipline and work. The successful imple-
mentation of an in-school suspension program requires the cooperation of every staff
member. In-school suspension will be utilized in place of out-of-school suspension for
offenses which are minor in nature, yet require discipline. A student attending in-
school suspension will receive credit for all work successfully completed in ISS. Par-
ents will be notified, in writing, of the in-school suspension assignment.
J. OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION – A student may temporarily be suspended
from school for major disciplinary problems as determined by the principal or the assis-
tant principal and approved by the superintendent.
Students suspended from school are required to keep up with class work but will only
receive 60% credit for work completed while suspended from school.
Students who are suspended out of school are not permitted to attend school
functions. Students suspended out of school are also not to be on the high
school campus without special permission from the administration.
The principal or assistant principal will work with students and parents regarding sus-
pension. A parent conference will be required before a student can be readmitted to
school following an out of school suspension. NOTE: Parents will be notified in
writing and by phone of out-of-school suspensions.
K. EXPULSION – (School law 167.161) The Board of Education authorizes the expul-
sion of a student up to 180 days. The student is informed that he/she is subject to ex-
pulsion. The student is afforded the appropriate due process procedure. Following
this procedure, if the superintendent of schools determines that the expulsion is appro-
priate, he/she would make that recommendation to the board of education in which
the authority for expulsion rests.
L. LOSS OF SCHOOL ACTIVITIES – Students may lose the privilege of participating
in and/or attending school activities for disciplinary reasons. School activities include:
dances, contests, athletic activities, concerts, and all other extra-curricular activities,
which fall under school promotion and supervision.

Any student who is assigned In School Suspension will not be eligible to represent
the school in an any school sponsored event on the day(s) he or she serves the sus-
pension. Any student who is assigned Out of School Suspension is ineligible for the
term of the suspension and not to be at any school activities including practices.

SCHOLASTIC DISHONESTY

Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test/assignment, plagiar-
ism and collusion.
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Cheating on a test includes:
1. Copying from another student’s test paper.
2. Using material during a test which is not authorized by the person giving the test.
3. Collaborating with another student during the test without authority/permission.
4. Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, transporting or soliciting in whole or
part the contents of an unadministered test.
5. Securing copies of the test or answers to the test in advance of the test.

Plagiarism means the appropriation of another’s work and the unacknowledged incorporation of
that work in one’s own written work for credit.
Collusion means the unauthorized collaboration with another person in preparing written
work offered for credit.
*Any form of dishonesty with a teacher or administrator will not be tolerated.
First Offense: Grade of “F” on assignment and assignment of Friday School.
Second Offense: Grade of “F” on assignment and three (3) days of ISS/OSS.
Third Offense: Removal from class with grade of “F” and five (5) days of ISS/OSS.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

The Student Code of Conduct is designed to foster student responsibility and respect for the
rights of others and to ensure the orderly operation of district schools. No code can be
expected to list each and every offense that may result in the use of disciplinary action.
However, it is the purpose of this code to list certain offenses which, if committed by a stu-
dent, will result in the imposition of a certain disciplinary action. Any conduct not included
herein, or an aggravated circumstance of any offense or an action involving a combination of
offenses, may result in disciplinary consequences that extend beyond this code of conduct as
determined by the principal, superintendent and/or Board of Education.

NOTE: All disciplinary infractions and consequences will be entered in the student’s dis-
cipline record.

Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)

First Offense: Principal/student conference and notation in discipline file

Second Offense: Five days restriction from using school computers or network. Not al-
lowed to make up missed assignments that depended on that access.

Subsequent Offenses: 10-175 days restriction from using school computers or network.
Possible reassignment to class not requiring access to network.

Alcohol - Possession of or presence under the influence of alcohol regardless of whether the
student is on school premises

First Offense: 10-175 days OSS

Subsequent Offenses: 10-175 days OSS or expulsion.

Arson - Intentionally causing or attempting to cause a fire or explosion

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First Offense: 1-175 days OSS or expulsion and notification to law enforcement.

Subsequent Offenses: Expulsion and notification to law enforcement.

Assault - (Refer to Policy and Regulation 2673 - Reporting of Violent Behavior)

Assault of a Student or Staff Member - Use of physical force with the intent to do bodily
harm.
First Offense: 1-175 days ISS,/OSS or expulsion and notification to law enforcement de-
pending on age of student and severity of incident.

Subsequent Offenses: 10-175 days OSS or expulsion and notification to law enforcement
depending on age of student and severity of incident.

Bullying – Intentional intimidation or infliction of physical, emotional, or mental harm (see

Policy 2655).
First Offense: Principal/student conference, or 1-10 days ISS/OSS

Second Offense: 1-175 days ISS/OSS and notification to parent

Subsequent Offenses: 10-175 Days of ISS/OSS or expulsion and notification to parent.

Fighting - Physically striking another in a mutual contact as differentiated from an assault.

First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-10 days ISS,/OSS and notification to law
enforcement depending on age of students and severity of incident.

Subsequent Offenses: 3-175 days ISS/OSS and notification to law enforcement depending
on age of students and severity of incident.

Disrespectful Conduct or Speech - Refusal to obey directions or defiance of staff authori-

ty, use of disrespectful verbal, written or inappropriate symbolic language or gestures di-
rected at a district employee.

First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-10 days ISS,/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Disruptive Speech or Conduct - Speech or Conduct which has the intentional effect of
disturbing education or the safe transportation of a student.

First Offense: Principal/student conference, detention, or 1-10 days ISS/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days ISS/OSS

Drugs/Controlled Substance

Possession or presence under the influence of a controlled substance or substance

represented to be a controlled substance while at school, on the school playground, on the
school parking lot, a school bus or at a school activity whether on or off of school property.
First Offense: 1-175 days OSS and notification to law enforcement.
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Subsequent Offenses: 10-175 days OSS or expulsion and notification to law enforcement.

Sale of a controlled substance or substance represented to be a controlled substance while at

school or at any of the locations described above.

First Offense: 10-175 days OSS or expulsion and notification to law enforcement.

Subsequent Offenses: 90-175 days OSS or expulsion and notification to law enforcement.

Prescription Medication

Possession of a prescription medication without a valid prescription for such medication on

school premises or on a school bus.

First Offense: 1-175 days OSS or expulsion.

Subsequent Offenses: 3-175 days OSS or expulsion.

Distribution of prescription medication to any individual who does not have a valid prescrip-
tion for such medication on school premises or on a school bus.

First Offense: 1-175 days ISS/OSS or expulsion.

Subsequent Offenses: 3-175 days OSS or expulsion.

Extortion - Verbal threats or physical conduct designed to obtain money or other valuables

First Offense: Principal/Student Conference or 1-10 days ISS/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days OSS or expulsion.

Firearms and Weapons (Refer to Policy and Regulation 2620 - Firearms and Weapons in
School)

Possession or use of a firearm or weapon as defined in Regulation 2620

First Offense: 175 day suspension from date of infraction. Superintendent may modify sus-
pension on a case by case basis.

Subsequent Offenses: Expulsion.

Possession or use of any instrument or device other than those defined as a weapon in Regu-
lation 2620 that could be used to inflict physical injury. This includes possession or use of
any item that simulates or appears to be a firearm or weapon.
First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-10 days ISS/OSS and confiscation of in-
strument or device.

Subsequent Offenses: 3-175 days OSS, or recommendation for expulsion, confiscation of

instrument or device and possible notification to law enforcement.

Harassment (Refer to Policy 2130 - Harassment)

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First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-175 days ISS/OSS and notification to par-
ent.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days OSS or expulsion and notification to parent.

Improper Public Display of Affection - Consensual kissing, fondling, or embracing

First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days OSS.

Improper Language

Threatening Language – User of verbal, physical or written threats to do bodily harm to

persons or personal property.

First Offense: Principal/student conference, detention or 1-175 days ISS/OSS

Use of Obscene or Vulgar Language- Language which depicts sexual acts, human waste, and
blasphemous language

First Offense: Principal/student conference, detention or 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Disruptive or Demeaning Language or Conduct - Use of hate language to demean other

persons due to the race, gender, disability, natural origin, or religious beliefs. This provision
also includes
conduct, verbal, written, or symbolic speech which materially and substantially disrupts class,
school activities, transportation, or school functions.

First Offense: Principal/student conference, detention, 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Inappropriate Sexual Conduct (Refer to Policy and Regulation 2130 - Harassment)

Physical touching of another student in the area of the breasts, buttocks, or genitals

First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 3-175 days OSS.

Use of sexually intimidating language, objects, or pictures.

First Offense: 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

Subsequent Offenses: 3-175 days OSS.

Indecent Exposure - Includes display of breasts, buttocks and genitals in a public location

First Offense: 1-175 days ISS/OSS.

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Subsequent Offenses: 3-175 days OSS.

Theft - Nonconsensual taking or attempt to take the property of another

First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-175 days ISS/OSS and possible notification
to law enforcement depending on value of stolen items.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days ISS/OSS and possible notification to law enforcement
depending on value of stolen items.

Tobacco - Possession or use of tobacco or tobacco products

First Offense: Principal/student conference, 1-10 days ISS/OSS

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days OSS.

Truancy - Absent or tardy from class or classes without authorization (See also Policy and
Regulation 2340 - Truancy and Educational Neglect.)

First Offense: Principal/student conference, detention or 1-10 days ISS.

Subsequent Offenses: Detention, or 1-175 days ISS and possible hotline for educational
neglect.

Vandalism - Intentional damage or attempt to damage property belonging to the staff, stu-
dents, or the District

First Offense: Principal/student conference or 1-175 days ISS/OSS or expulsion depending

on severity of incident. Possible notification to law enforcement depending on severity of
property damage. Restitution to the district.

Subsequent Offenses: 1-175 days ISS/OSS or expulsion depending on severity of incident.

Possible notification to law enforcement depending on severity of property damage. Restitu-
tion to the district.

The district administrative staff and/or designee reserve the authority to modify any
disciplinary actions noted above based on the severity of the incident.

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DAILY CLASS SCHEDULE

Regular Days
Period 1-2 8:10- 9:33 83 min.
Period 3-4 9:38-11:01 83 min.
Liberator Time 11:06-11:34 28
Period 5-6 11:39-1:32 83 min. and lunch
Period 7-8 1:37-3:00 83 min.
1st Lunch 11:34-12:04
2nd Lunch 12:20-12:50
3rd Lunch 1:07-1:37

Late Start Wednesday Schedule

Period 1-2 9:05-10:20 75 min.
Period 3-4 10:25-11:40 75 min.
Period 5-6 11:45-1:32 77 min. and lunch
Period 7-8 1:37-3:00 83 min.
1st Lunch 11:40-12:10
2nd Lunch 12:20-12:50
3rd Lunch 1:07-1:37

EARLY RELEASE (12:45 PM) SCHEDULE

Period 1-2 8:10- 9:05 55 min.

Period 3-4 9:10-10:05 55 min.
Period 7-8 10:10-11:05 55 min.
Period 5-6 11:10-12:45 65 min. and lunch
1st Lunch 11:10-11:40
2nd Lunch 11:45-12:15
3rd Lunch 12:15-12:45

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