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Almaguin Highlands Secondary School<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Almaguin<\/p>\n

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SCHOOL HANDBOOK<\/strong><\/p>\n

Heather Hickey, Principal<\/strong><\/p>\n

705-472-5563, ext. 6203<\/strong><\/p>\n

Heather.Hickey@nearnorthschools.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

Sean Madigan, Vice-Principal<\/strong><\/p>\n

705-472-5563, ext. 6201<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sean.Madigan@nearnorthschools.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

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School Day Schedule<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/td>\nTime<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Warning Bell<\/td>\n\u00a08:45 -8:50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lunch<\/td>\n11:20 \u2013 12:20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Departure<\/td>\n2:50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Student Success<\/strong><\/p>\n

Student Services is also a key support to all students with their academic progress and academic planning.\u00a0 It is important that students get to know Mrs. Bell so that they can provide assistance and support for students as they navigate their way through high school courses and then post-secondary options for learning.<\/p>\n

The key to student success at high school is regular attendance, determined effort, engagement in learning and a positive attitude.\u00a0 There is a pathway and a plan for success for every student.\u00a0 If a student is struggling in a class or with a situation, it is imperative that they (or their parent) communicate their concern with a staff member at the school.\u00a0 From that conversation, a plan for success can be established.<\/p>\n

Special Education<\/strong><\/b><\/u><\/p>\n

Differentiated Learning Resource Teachers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Amy Plant \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Amy.Plant@nearnorthschools.ca<\/a>
\nLori Darling \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Lori.Darling@nearnorthschools.ca<\/a><\/p>\n

705-472-5563 extension 6228<\/p>\n

<\/b>Programs & Services:<\/b>
\nUniversal access to education is fundamental to our society. Special education programs ensure access for exceptional pupils to an education based on the goals that underlie education for all students.<\/p>\n

The needs of an exceptional pupil are recognized by an Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) of the School Board.<\/b><\/p>\n

Special Education programs may be located in the regular classroom, a Student Support\u00a0Centre setting, a self-contained class, or a special school. The setting or combination of settings is chosen so that the exceptional pupil can benefit from the school as a community<\/p>\n

Student Absence<\/strong><\/p>\n

In compliance with the Safe 17勛圖厙 Act, parents are asked to call the school office at (705) 472<\/strong>–5563 (ext 6204)<\/strong> to let us know if their child is absent from school.\u00a0 We have voice mail access so that messages regarding student attendance can be left after hours.\u00a0 If we don\u2019t receive a call, we will contact the parents of absent children.<\/p>\n

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Picking Up Your Child From School<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are picking up your child at any time during the day for an appointment etc., please report to the office to sign them out so we can confirm where they are.<\/p>\n

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School Trips, Sports, Clubs and Excursions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Curriculum related trips and intramural sports days occur throughout the school year.\u00a0 Students must regularly exhibit appropriate behavior in school, including a good attendance record and academic effort, to be considered for out of school trips and school sports \/ clubs.<\/p>\n

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Textbooks and Library Books<\/strong><\/p>\n

Students are responsible for the care of school materials.\u00a0 All school materials must be returned in the same condition.\u00a0 If school materials are damaged or lost, the student is responsible for replacing the item(s).<\/p>\n

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Medication<\/strong><\/p>\n

If your child requires prescription or non-prescription medication during school hours, please contact Mrs. Wardlaw at 705-472-5563 ext. 6201 so that she can provide you with the required authorization and medical forms.\u00a0 You will be asked to provide a doctor\u2019s signature, in some instances, detailing when the medication should be given to your child.\u00a0 We require that any medication, whether prescription or not, be stored at the office.\u00a0 Please label the medication clearly with your child\u2019s name and instruction for use.\u00a0 For the protection of all staff and students, school personnel will confiscate unauthorized medication found in the possession of a student.\u00a0 Additionally, if you administer prescription medication to your child on a regular basis, it would be helpful for the staff to know.<\/p>\n

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Technology<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Students follow the 17勛圖厙 Acceptable Use Policy for Computers.<\/li>\n
  2. Students use the computers and technology in the school for educational purposes only.<\/li>\n
  3. Students are responsible for the care of school computer equipment that they borrow or use during the day.<\/li>\n
  4. Students do not use the computers for chat lines, games, or to view offensive material on the Internet that promotes discrimination, vulgarity, racial, sexist or discriminatory materials.<\/li>\n
  5. Classroom use of any technology is at the teacher\u2019s discretion.<\/li>\n
  6. The school is not responsible for the loss or damages to items that a student chooses to bring from home.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Food Allergies<\/strong><\/p>\n

    There are students in our school with severe and \/ or life threatening food allergies.\u00a0 This is a medical condition that causes a severe reaction to specific foods and can result in death within minutes.\u00a0 Some common foods which are sources of anaphylactic reactions are peanuts (peanut butter, peanut oil), tree nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans, almonds, and cashews), sesame seeds (sesame seed oil), cow\u2019s milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, soy and bananas (and avocados, kiwis and chestnuts for children with latex allergies). Other nonfood sources which may cause an anaphylactic reaction include playdough, scented crayons and cosmetics, stuffed toys, insect venom (bee stings), rubber latex, vigorous exercise, some plants (poinsettias), cold, come medications, and red and blue dye products.\u00a0 Since it is our goal to ensure that we have as safe an environment as possible when a student\u2019s life is at stake, we are asking for your help and understanding in refraining from sending \/ bringing certain food and\/or other items to school.<\/p>\n

    At this time, we request that students not bring the following foods to school due to life threatening conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. All Nuts and Nut products<\/strong><\/li>\n
    2. Shellfish products<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Please note that this list will be updated at AHSS as families identify life-threatening allergies<\/u><\/strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      No Scents Makes Good Sense<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Scented products can aggravate health problems for some people, especially those with asthma, allergies and other medical conditions.\u00a0 Please avoid the use of perfume, scented hair spray, cologne and other scented products.<\/p>\n

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      Fire Alarms and Drills<\/strong><\/p>\n

      The signal for a fire drill is a loud continuous alarm.\u00a0 Students are to walk, quietly in single file, to the exit indicated on the poster in their classroom.\u00a0 Students will file outside with their teacher.\u00a0 In the event of a sustained emergency and school closure is warranted, students will be taken to an alternate shelter (South River and Sundridge arenas).\u00a0 Parents will be contacted prior to their children being bussed home.<\/p>\n

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      Lock-Down Drills<\/strong><\/p>\n

      A lock-down drills will be held at least once a year.\u00a0 Any student or staff in the hallway will go to the nearest classroom.\u00a0 Classroom doors and windows will be closed.\u00a0 Students will remain quietly in the classroom while attendance is taken.\u00a0 There will be an announcement letting staff and students know that the drill is over.<\/p>\n

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      Lockers<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      1. Students will keep their locker in good condition.<\/li>\n
      2. Students will clean out their locker at the end of semester one, and at the end of the school year. If items are left in lockers at the end of the school year, the items will be disposed of.<\/li>\n
      3. Students will keep their assigned locker and will not share lockers.<\/li>\n
      4. If a student damages a locker, they may be subject to repair costs.<\/li>\n
      5. Students are expected to keep their backpacks or school bags in their lockers at all times.<\/li>\n
      6. Lockers are the property of the school.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        Attendance and Lates<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Regular attendance is probably the most important factor in achieving academic success.\u00a0 The following routines are in place to ensure proper reporting of student attendance and to assist students in maintaining regular attendance.\u00a0 Parents or guardians are asked to advise the school of any absence by calling 705-472-5563 (ext. 6204)<\/strong> or upon returning to school and prior to the beginning of class, a dated and signed note from a parent\/guardian explaining the reason for the absence will be handed in to Mrs. Barclay or Mrs. Ferrante in the main office.<\/p>\n

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        1. Students must be in their classes before the bell sounds for each period.<\/li>\n
        2. Persistent and continual lates will be addressed by the classroom teacher with a parent\/guardian, and then followed up by administration and the attendance counsellor, Mrs. Moffat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Please note<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

          Regular and consistent on-time attendance is expected for any student wishing to apply to participate in school trips, clubs or athletics.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          Leaving During the School Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

          Students under the age of 18:<\/p>\n

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          1. Student advises the school of an appointment<\/li>\n
          2. Student presents a dated and signed note from a parent\/guardian explaining the reason and time of dismissal to the attendance office before 8:50 am OR the parent\/guardian call the school.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Students 18 years of age and older:<\/p>\n

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            1. Students advises the school of an appointment.<\/li>\n
            2. Students obtains a demit slip.<\/li>\n
            3. Student may be asked to present a note (i.e. Medical certificate etc.) as proof of absence to the attendance secretary which will be up to the discretion of administration.<\/li>\n
            4. Student will speak with their teachers to pick up any missed assignments.<\/li>\n
            5. Sign out privileges may be revoked by administration if an adult student misuses or takes advantage of sign out privileges.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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              Assemblies and Special Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

              Special events and assemblies are part of a rich high school experience.\u00a0 Students are expected to attend all assemblies and special events and to behave in an acceptable manner.<\/p>\n

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              Final Evaluations<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              1. All students will be required to complete a final evaluation in January and June of each school year on the days they are scheduled.<\/li>\n
              2. If a student does not attempt the final evaluation, which may consist of one or more activities, a zero will be assigned and may be in danger of losing the credit.<\/li>\n
              3. Any student who is ill and unable to write an exam is required to speak with the principal or vice-principal and to provide a doctor\u2019s note to explain the absence.<\/li>\n
              4. If the final exam is not written, a student cannot attend Summer School to take that course as a repeat credit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Plagiarism<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                1. Students should not submit work to a teacher if another person did the work in whole or in part.<\/li>\n
                2. Any student who has copied another person\u2019s work can expect to receive a mark of \u201c0\u201d on the essay, report, exam, etc. The same penalty of zero will apply for copying exact wording from research material found in books, articles, magazines, the Internet, etc. without giving credit to the original author.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  However for the first offence, the student is counselled by the teacher and allowed to do a makeup assignment, which will count for two-thirds of the earned mark.\u00a0 For any subsequent offence, the mark remains at zero.\u00a0 Please refer to \u201cGraduate with Honour: A guide to Academic Honesty\u201d for specific details and expectations.<\/p>\n

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                  Smoking, Vaping, Alcohol and Illegal Drugs<\/strong><\/p>\n