Nute High School & LibraryNute Middle School

Student-Parent Handbook 2015-201622 Elm Street

Milton, New Hampshire 03851Telephone: (603) 652-4591

Fax: (603) 652-9926

NUTE BELOVED, HAIL TO THEE

Edwin Sweetser Huse

Nute beloved, alma materNute beloved, hail to thee.

We, thy sons and daughters, gathered,Sing thy praises joyfully.

Mindful of the care thou givest,To our pledges ever true,

Hear us vow again before theeLoyalty our whole lives through.

While our lives lie yet before us,While our hearts are young and free;

May thy teachings e’er inspire us,To fulfill thy destiny.

Raise on high the purple banner“Blazoned with its stripes of gold;

Hear us vow again before thee,Loyalty a hundred fold.

May the ties that now unite usBind us closer year by year;

May our love for thee ne’er falterAs we raise our songs of cheer.Tenderly thy precepts cherish,Standing, pledge thee loyalty;

Nute beloved, alma mater,Nute beloved, hail to thee.

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Table of Contents

Nute Philosophy & Goals………………………………………… 4

Personnel ……………………………………………….…..…….. 5

School Calendar…………………………………………………… 7

Important Dates…………………………………………………… 8

Nute High School Specific Information.…………………...…….. 9

Nute Middle School Specific Information……………………….. 14

Academics …………………………………………………..……. 18

Attendance …………………………………………………....….. 19

General Procedure’s ………………………………….…….…….. 21

Discipline ………………………………………………….…….. 29

Acceptable Use of Technology…………………………………... 37

Index …………………………………………………………….. 40

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Nute High School & Library / Nute Middle School

Philosophy Statement

We, the faculty and staff of Nute High School and Library and Nute Middle

School, are dedicated to providing a rich curriculum that meets the individual

needs of students in a positive, respectful, and safe environment. We

encourage all students to acquire knowledge and skills in order to reach their

intellectual and productive potential.

Goal:  Differentiated instruction should be used across the school

curriculum to help improve student learning.

Goal: To research, develop and implement an alternative education

programming to help meet the needs of all of Nute’s students.

Goal: To research, develop and implement programming for Nute’s gifted

and talented student population.

 Goal: To improve student performance related to manners, etiquette and

entry level job skills.

Goal: To provide instruction in the appropriate use of technology so that

all students have the ability to be successful in the 21st century. 

Adopted by Nute Faculty & Staff 6/11/08 Endorsed by Milton School Board 6/25/08

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Personnel

School Administrative Unit #64, 18 Commerce Way Unit 1, Milton, NH 03851 603-652-0262 Michael Tursi, Superintendent

Anne Kebler, Special Education Director Nathan Castle, Business Administrator

Milton School Board, c/o SAU #64, 18 Commerce Way Unit 1, Milton, NH 03851 603-652-0262Douglass Shute, ChairpersonAnn Walsh, MemberTim Long, Member Paul Steer, MemberBrandy Banks, Member

Nute High School and Middle School Administration, 22 Elm Street, Milton, NH 03851 603-652-4591Scott Currier, PrincipalJen Leavitt, Assistant Principal

Nute High School & Nute Middle School Faculty

Faculty Name Position Faculty Name Position

Kristin Miller 6th Math & Science Meghan Walsh HS ScienceKate Cahoon 6th Social Studies & Chrissie Henner HS Science

Language Arts Brian Contorchick HS Social StudiesJennifer Lally 7th/8th Science Amanda Dooda HS Social StudiesMichael Drolet 7th/8th Social Studies Bonny Young HS/MS Work LanguageRebecca Soucy 7th/8th Language Arts Lisa Phoenix HS World LanguagesSara Champagne MS Math Emily Moore HS/MS ArtSarah Normand 8th Social Studies Bonnie Coveney HS/MS Band/MusicKirk Sharrow MS Physical Education Penny Baker HS/MS Business/Tech.Nicole Tursi Title 1 Reading Julie Davis HS/MS F.A.C.SLisa Burrows MS Guidance Karen Johnson HS/MS Health/Phys EdRobert Qua MS Special Education Helen Brock HS/MS LibrarianAlissa Clark MS Special Education Patricia O’Brien-Favorite HS/MS NurseSamantha Ratacik HS Guidance Rick Bierweiler HS/MS Tech EducationCassie Campbell HS Math Kristen Tobiassen HS Special EducationSabrina Kirwan HS Math Robert Wright HS Special EducationDoug Decker HS English Melissa Jean Special Education Coord.Mackenzie Anderson HS English Fern Downing ELO/Advisory Coord.

Email Addresses:Nute Faculty, Staff and Administration email addresses are the first and last name separated by a dot followed by @sau64.org. Example: Scott Currier – scott.currier@SAU64.org

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Nute High School & Nute Middle School Staff

Staff Name Position Staff Name Position

Karen Petelle School Secretary Robert Adams Physical Plant Director

Ginny Leary School Secretary Dave Nordengren Custodian

Sonya Kelly Guidance Secretary Ken Nordengren Custodian

Jane Weymouth SSC Coordinator Debra Thomas Custodian

Sarah Kern SpEd Para-Educator Tim Eldridge Transportation Coord.

Dan Doherty SpEd Para-Educator April Pettingill Bus Driver

Kim Davis SpEd Para-Educator Irene Thyng Bus Driver

Carrie Rioux SpEd Para-Educator Eric Toussaint Bus Driver

Susan Pray SpEd Para-Educator Joy Ricker Bus Driver

Edward Kamas SpEd Para-Educator Bryan Jones Food Service

Misty Riley SpEd Para-Educator Jackie Benjamin Food Service

Kaitlyn O’Brien SpEd Para-Educator Deb Glidden Food Service

Diane O’Neil SpEd Para-Educator Lynn Gray Food Service

Paula Pero Food Service

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IMPORTANT DATES & SCHOOL INFORMATION

Aug. 25 and 26 Teacher WorkshopsAug. 27 First Day of SchoolSept. 4 & Sept. 7 No School, Labor Day Sept. 10 Recognition Ceremony (4th Q of 2014-2015 awards)Sept. 16 Early ReleaseOct. 2 1st Quarter Progress Reports to StudentsOct. 9 No School, Teacher Workshop Oct 12 No School, Columbus DayNov. 9 2nd Quarter BeginsNov. 11 No School, Veteran’s Day Nov. 19 First Quarter Recognition Ceremony Nov. 23 and 24 Early Release, Parent ConferencesNov. 25, 26 and 27 No School, Thanksgiving RecessDec. 11 2nd Quarter Progress Reports to StudentsDec. 24 to Jan. 1 No School, Holiday RecessJan. 18 No School, Civil Rights DayJan. 19-22 Mid-Term ExamsJan. 25 3rd Quarter / 2nd Semester BeginsFeb. 4 2nd Quarter Recognition CeremonyFeb. 22 to Feb 26 No School, Winter RecessMarch 4 3rd Quarter Progress Reports to StudentsMar. 11 No School, Teacher WorkshopApr. 4 4th Quarter BeginsApr. 6 Early Release Apr. 14 3rd Quarter Recognition CeremonyApr. 18 - 22 Student Led Conferences – School WideApr. 25 to May 1 No School, Spring RecessMay 6 4th Qtr. Progress Reports to StudentsMay 11 Early ReleaseMay 30 No School, Memorial DayJune 10 Possible Graduation Date 7:00 pm June 8-13 Final ExamsJune 14 Final Exam Make-Ups, Early Release, Last Day of School

Marking period dates will be moved forward one day for every two days that school is canceled.Last day of school does not include any possible snow days.

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Bell Schedule 2015-2016

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday FridayPeriod 1

7:30-8:20

Period 1

7:30-8:20

Period 1 Period 2

7:30-8:58

Period 1

7:30-8:20Period 2

8:23-9:11

Period 2

8:23-9:117:30-8:58

Period 2

8:23-9:11Period 3 Period 4

9:01-10:29

Period 3

9:14-10:02

Period 3

9:14-10:02

Period 3

9:14-10:02Period 4

10:05-10:53

Period 4

10:05-10:53

9:01-10:29 Period 4

10:05-10:53Period 5* Period 5*

10:32-12:44

Period 5*

10:56-12:32

Period 5*

10:56-12:32

Period 5*

10:56-12:32Period 6

12:35-1:23

Period 6

12:35-1:23

10:32-12:44 Period 6

12:35-1:23Period 7 Period 6

12:47-2:15

Period 7

1:26-2:15

Period 7

1:26-2:15 12:47-2:15

Period 7

1:26-2:15*Period 5 is longer than other periods due to Lunch, Advisory, SSR and Guided Study

Two-Hour Delay ScheduleMiddle School High School 9th and 10th

GradeHigh School 11th and 12th

Grade1st Bell 9:30 1st Bell 9:30 1st Bell 9:30Period 1 9:33-10:07 Period 1 9:33-10:07 Period 1 9:33-10:07Period 2 10:10-10:44 Period 2 10:10-10:44 Period 2 10:10-10:44Period 3 10:47-11:21 Period 3 10:47-11:21 Period 3 10:47-11:21Lunch 11:24-11:47 Period 4 11:24-11:58 Period 4 11:24-11:58Period 4 11:50-12:24 Lunch 12:01-12:24 Period 5 12:01-12:35Period 5 12:27-1:01 Period 5 12:27-1:01 Lunch 12:38-1:01Period 6 1:04-1:38 Period 6 1:04-1:38 Period 6 1:04-1:38Period 7 1:41-2:15 Period 7 1:41-2:15 Period 7 1:41-2:15

Early Release Schedule

7:30-7:53 Period 17:56-8:19 Period 28:22-8:45 Period 38:48-9:11 Period 49:14-9:37 Period 59:40-10:03 Period 6

6th 7th/8th 1st/2nd 3rd/4th

10:06-10:26 Per. 7 Per. 7 Lunch ADV10:26-10:46 Per. 7 Per. 7 ADV Lunch10:46-11:06 ADV Lunch Per. 7 Per. 711:06-11:26 Lunch ADV Per. 7 Per. 7

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Academic Course SelectionHigh school course selection for the next school year will begin during second semester within large group meetings with the school guidance counselor to review transcripts, academic progress, etc. Courses for the upcoming year are selected based on graduation requirements, course sequences, areas of special interest, and post secondary direction. Secondary career and technical education planning is also accomplished at this time when appropriate. All high school students are required to carry a minimum of seven credits per school year.

Extended Learning OpportunitiesThe Nute High School encourages students to pursue extended learning opportunities (ELO) as a means of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction or study that is outside the traditional classroom setting. Extended learning opportunities may include, but are not limited to, independent study, private instruction, performing groups, internships, community service, apprenticeships, online courses/distance education, or other opportunities approved by the principal, in conjunction with Milton School Board policies.

The purpose of extended learning opportunities is to provide educational experiences that are meaningful and relevant, and that provide students with opportunities to explore and achieve at high levels. In order to maximize student achievement and meet diverse pathways for learning, this policy permits students to employ extended learning opportunities that are stimulating and intellectually challenging, and that enable students to fulfill or exceed the expectations set forth by State minimum standards and applicable board policies.

Extended learning opportunities may be taken for credit or may be taken to supplement regular academic courses. Extended learning opportunities may also be used to fulfill prerequisite requirements for advanced classes. If the extended learning opportunity is taken for credit, the provisions of Policy IMBC, Alternative Credit Options, will apply. The granting of credit shall be based on a student’s mastery of course competencies, as defined by Policies ILBA, Assessment of Educational Programs and ILBAA, High School Competency Assessments. Highly qualified teachers must authorize the granting of credit for learning accomplished through extended learning opportunities. For more information on Extended Learning Opportunities contact the school’s Extended Learning Opportunity Coordinator. IMBC, ILBA, and ILBAA are codes that the school board uses to label their policies.

Career & Technical Education StudentsStudents attending vocational programs will use school district transportation. Daily attendance will be taken on the bus and submitted to the administration. While waiting for transportation students will be in an assigned area.

Students are not permitted to drive to the career & technical education centers without written permission from both sending and receiving school administration. Students given permission to drive may not transport other passengers (Milton School Board Policy JLIE). Violation of this rule will result in a Saturday detention for a first offense. Any further violation will result in a conference with the school administration, the student, and the parent/guardian to determine if the student will be allowed to continue attending the career & technical education program. Further disciplinary action may also occur.

Any career & technical education student who requests early dismissal from a career & technical education center must obtain an early dismissal slip from the Nute school office and carry that dismissal notice to the career & technical education center office in order to be dismissed.

Nute High School policies, procedures, rules and regulations apply to all of our students while attending and traveling to and from career & technical education centers.

CompetenciesHigh schools across the state have been required to move to a new assessment process in order to determine how high school students earn credits toward their diploma. This new assessment process is call Competency Based Assessment (CBA) and requires that a high school credit will be earned by a student when they have demonstrated mastery of required competencies for a course, as approved by certified school personnel.

Students will only be able to earn credit for a course when they have demonstrated proficiency in all the competencies that have been identified for that course. In other words, students will pass a class for demonstrating that they have learned the course content and can do the skills that the course requires. Faculty and Staff are working on a new report card to reflect these changes.

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Students are allowed to take correspondence courses for credit recovery throughout their high school years.

Credit RecoveryA student who fails a course by not more than 10 points may, after a teacher-guidance-administration discussion and approval, be given the opportunity to re-study certain facets of the failed course in which he/she did poorly in order to gain credit for that course. If the student completes the re-assigned facets with superior achievement, then the student may receive a grade of “C” for the course. If the facets are completed successfully, but not at superior level then the student is to receive a grade of “D”. This process is a portion of the school’s process in helping reduce the dropout rate. Students who are interested in obtaining credit for a failed course through the credit recovery process should contact their teacher or guidance counselor to begin the process.

Delayed Openings/ Inclement WeatherDue to inclement weather or other reasons, school may be canceled or delayed. If inclement weather causes a delayed opening on a day that is scheduled as an early release day the early release will be canceled and dismissal will be at the regular time. Please do not call the school for this information. Staff, students, and parents should listen to one of the following stations when weather conditions may warrant the canceling of school and be aware the Alert Now system will be making automated calls with this and other important information.

FM 100.3 FM 97.5 AM 1270 TV CH 9 WHEB WOKQ WTSN WMUR

Early GraduationStudents contemplating early graduation must first discuss these plans with the principal. If, in the opinion of the principal, parent, and student, this option is feasible, the following process should occur:

The student will submit a written request to the guidance office detailing why early graduation is being considered, explaining how graduation requirements will be met, and indicating future plans.

The parent/guardian will submit to the guidance department written approval of his/her child’s request. Upon receipt from guidance, the principal will forward the requests to the superintendent of schools with

the school’s recommendation. The superintendent will grant or deny the request. The student and parent/guardian will receive written notification from the guidance department.

Final Grade Calculation for Year Long Courses((Qtr.1x2) + (Qtr. 2x2) + (Qtr. 3x2) + (Qtr. 4x2) + Mid-Term Exam + Final Exam)/10 = Final Course Grade

Final Grade Calculations For Semester Courses((Term1x4) + (Term 2x4 + (Final Examx2))/10 = Final Course Grade

Grading System A+ 98-100 A 95- 97 A- 93-94 B+ 91-92

B 88-90 B- 85-87 C+ 83-84C 80-82

C- 77-79D+ 75-76D 72-74D- 70-71F 0-69

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Graduation CreditsAll students in the class of 2016 must have a minimum of twenty-four total credits to be eligible for graduation. Each student is expected to carry a minimum of seven credits per year and to take courses in the sequence recommended by the school. However, pending approval by the building principal and parent, students may take a minimum of four courses per semester their senior year if they do not need a total of seven remaining credits to graduate. Students not achieving the minimum credits will not be permitted to participate in graduation ceremonies.

Credit requirements for advancement to the next grade level are as follows:

Total Credits needed for graduationClass of 2016 Total 24

Sophomore 5 creditsJunior 11 credits

Senior 17 creditsCredits must be earned in the following areas:

CreditsEnglish 4.0US & NH History 1.0 US & NH Gov./Civics 0.5World history, global studies or geography 0.5Social Studies elective 1.0Economics 0.5Algebra 1.0 Mathematics Electives 2.0 Physical Science 1.0Biological Science 1.0Science elective 1.0Physical Education 1.0 Information, Communication & Technology 1.0 Arts Education 0.5 Health Education 0.5 16.5 Total Credits in required courses Electives 7.5 credits 24.0 Total Credits required for graduation

Foreign language, career & technical education and business courses, while not required, are strongly suggested where and when applicable.

HomeworkHigh school students should expect up to two hours per night of homework assignments.

Honor RollHigh Honors - 93 % or above for all subjects. Honors - 85% or above for all subjects

Independent StudySeveral guidelines have been established for independent study. They are as follows:

They are for courses not part of the regular curriculum or the administration, in coordination with guidance, determines that a regularly scheduled course cannot be scheduled for a student.

The curriculum for the independent study will be on file in the guidance office that will include, but not be limited to, course description, scope and sequence, delivery methodology, grading procedure and assessment.

The student will present a final project to a faculty panel. The principal, guidance counselor, teacher and parent/guardian must approve the independent study.

Non-Traditional CreditsHigh school students may select non-traditional credit courses with the recommendation of the guidance counselor and the approval of the principal. Credit for these courses will be granted toward graduation. Work as an aide is not counted toward the seven-course minimum per year.

ParkingAll students who operate a vehicle on school property must submit a parking application to the main office and are required to have a school parking permit visible on their vehicle. Un-permitted vehicles or violation of rules pertaining to vehicles on school property may result in fines, suspension/revocation of privileges, disciplinary action, towing, and/or police notification. After arriving at school, students may not linger in the parking lot nor return to it without permission of an administrator. Note: All school policies, procedures and rules, including the NHS tobacco, alcohol, and drug policies, apply to vehicles on school property. Any and all violations in the parking lot will result in disciplinary action. Driving to school is a privilege and not a right. (Milton School Board Policy JLIE)

Post Secondary Educational/Career Planning and PreparationGrade 9 Students begin to explore opportunities for post secondary education, vocational training, and military

service.Grade 10 PSAT and ASVAB in fall of sophomore year and continued exploration.Grade 11 PSAT in the fall, SAT/ACT in spring. College/career exploration begins to focus on more specific

areas of interest, which result in dialogue and visitation with representatives of colleges, technical schools, and armed service recruiters.

Grade 12 SAT (retake as needed), Attend college and job fairs, visitation of college campuses, investigation of specific financial aid opportunities. College applications, Vocational/Technical School applications begin in fall of senior year as well as military delayed enlistment programs.

Schedule ChangesThe normal Drop/Add period is the first five school days of any new course. The principal, guidance counselor, and the student’s parent/guardian must approve all schedule changes after the drop/add period ends. Schedule changes fall into the following categories:

1. Student initiated change: Students may request class changes but only for valid educational reasons.2. Teacher initiated change: When a teacher feels that a student is inappropriately placed in a course he/she

may request a change 3. Parent initiated change: When a parent feels that there is a significant problem, he/she may contact the

school to request a change.The principal retains final authority regarding ALL schedule changes.

Senior PrivilegeSeniors must apply for senior privilege using the form available in the school office. Administration will determine eligibility based on a variety of factors including academics, attendance, discipline, NWEA test scores, and/or NECAP test scores. An eighty-five percent average must be maintained to continue with senior privilege. Senior privileges may be revoked at the discretion of the administration. Senior privilege will only be available to students during the first and last blocks of the day.

Senior Exemptions from Final ExamsFinal exam exemptions for seniors may be granted using the following criteria:

1. Seniors must have a 93% grade average.2. The principal must approve seniors having final exams waived. Effort, attitude, and achievement will all be

considered in the process.

“Testing Out”In accordance with NH RSA ED 306, “Each high school shall offer maximum student opportunities, in and out of the classroom, while at the same time specifying a basic number of courses that each high school shall offer. If a student demonstrates knowledge and abilities on a placement pre-test developed by the local school district for a particular course, the student shall not receive credit for the course, but shall be allowed to take a more advanced level of the subject or an elective.” The procedure here at Nute High School is that those students who would like to take advantage of this opportunity to test out of a course in order to take a higher level course within that curriculum area may be administered the

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previous semester’s final exam for the course and if they were to receive an 80% or better on the first attempt on that exam, then they could go on to the more advanced class without receiving credit for the class that they tested out of.

Virtual High SchoolNute High School is part of a national and international consortium of high schools offering on-line courses. This innovative program was the winner of the 2001 Stockholm Challenge Award and the 2000 winner of the School Board Journal’s Magna 2000 award for exemplary use of technology. It also allows Nute to offer approximately 150 additional courses to its students. Courses offered include unique programs such as pre-veterinary medicine, advanced placement economics, and 20th century women authors as well as more traditional courses such as algebra, chemistry, biology, and United States History. Students registering for VHS courses need both guidance and administrative approval.

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NUTE MIDDLE SCHOOL Academic PerformanceThe “A” student: indicates outstanding achievement. The excellent student demonstrates superior achievement and superior mastery of the subject, scores highly on all forms of classroom assessment, demonstrates excellent understanding of the concepts of the subject and exhibits a high degree of class work. A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-93

The “B” student: indicates above-average achievement, the above-average student demonstrates good understanding of the concepts and content of the subject matter and good mastery of the skills and their application, scores better than average on all classroom tests, and demonstrates significant effort. B+ 92-91, B 90-88, B- 87-85

The “C” student: The average student demonstrates satisfactory understanding of the concepts and content of the subject, limited mastery of only the minimum skills and applications, and does more than the minimum requirements of the course. C+ 84-83, C 82-80, C- 79-77.

The “D” student: The passing student demonstrates below-average achievement but acceptable understanding of the concepts and content of the subject, limited mastery of only the minimum requirements of the course and performs below average on tests in class. D+ 76-75, D 74-72, D- 71-70.

The “F” student: The failing student demonstrates less than acceptable achievement in the course. F 69 and below. (Milton School Board Policy IKA-Grading System)

Agenda BooksAll Nute Middle School students will receive an agenda book at the beginning of the school year. It is the student’s responsibility to fill in all assignments daily. The books are to be taken to each class during the day and home each evening for reference and parental review. Teachers, as is necessary, will monitor agenda books use. If the agenda book is lost or stolen, the replacement cost is $5.00 and can be purchased in the main office.

Final Grade Calculations for Middle SchoolThe following method will be used to determine final grades for yearlong classes.

((Qtr.1x2) + (Qtr. 2x2) + (Qtr. 3x2) + (Qtr. 4x2) + Mid-Term Exam + Final Exam)/10 = Final Course Grade

Grading SystemA+ 98-100 B 88-90 C- 77-79 F 0-69A 95-97 B- 85-87 D+ 75-76A- 93-94 C+ 83-84 D 72-74B+ 91-92 C 80-82 D- 70-71

HomeworkMiddle school students should expect up to one and one half hours of homework per night.

Honor RollHigh Honors - 93% or above for ALL subjects Honors - 85% or above for ALL subjects

Retention and Eighth Grade PromotionIn order to avoid retention, middle school students must pass three of their four main subjects (mathematics, English, science, social studies).

Toward the end of the school year the administration, grade level team and guidance counselor will review the academic standing of all students in danger of retention to determine the student’s status for the upcoming school year. Parents will be notified in writing of the decision of this team. Possible outcomes will be promotion, recommendation of summer school, or requirement of successful completion of summer school in order for promotion or retention.

Students do have the option of advancement after the successful completion of summer school or a summer tutor program approved by the principal. (Milton School Board Policy IKE-Awarding of Credit for Promotion and Retention of Students)

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Water in Middle SchoolStudents are allowed to have clear water in clear, unbreakable containers only. Water bottles that are used as toys or distractions will be confiscated and may be disposed of.

PBIS – Positive Behaviors, Interventions & SupportsNute Middle School uses a philosophy of teaching appropriate behavior in School. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) uses a team approach to implement school wide interventions. The universal team is the team responsible for defining school-wide interventions, creating a documentation system for inappropriate behaviors, designing rollouts for targeted behaviors, and for developing an acknowledgement system for students who demonstrate appropriate behaviors.

The Nute Middle School, school wide expectations are:Responsible Always Polite Must Be Respectful Stay Safe

What is a ROLLOUT? - A rollout is when all students at Nute Middle School work on learning the various behavior expectations of the school. There are hallway, cafeteria, classroom, assemblies and bus rollouts. The behavior matrix, which can be found on the back of this page or posted throughout the middle school, explains what specific behaviors are expected in each area of our school.

What is a RAM BUCK? - A ram buck is a small piece of paper that has a lot of value! Students will receive ram bucks when we have various rollouts throughout the year. To earn a ram buck all a student has to do is display the positive behaviors on the matrix. At the end of the rollout if a student has earned enough ram bucks they can use them for admission to a fun school-wide activity.

What is a POWER HOUR? - A power hour is just one of the possible rewards that students can earn if they collect enough ram bucks. Power hours in the past have been a chance for students to have an hour at the end of the day to play sports in the gym, have a dance in the cafeteria and just get a little extra time to hang out with their friends.

What is a CAUGHT YOU BEING GOOD? - A caught you being good is a small slip of paper that a teacher or staff member will give a student when they see them displaying a positive behavior. This can be at any time and in any place. Students bring their caught you being goods to the front office and at the end of the week a drawing is held. If the students name is chosen they get to pick something from a prize bin.

PBISBehaviorMatrix

Responsible AlwaysPolite

Must BeRespectful

StaySafe

Assemblies

Follow event expectations.

Listen and followadult directions.

Carefully and calmly walk to your seat.

Use “Excuse Me” when appropriate.

Look and listento presenter.

Respond appropriately.

Keep aisles clear.

Stay seated until dismissed.

Keep hands and feet to yourself.

Bus Arrival / Dismissal

Clean the areaaround your seat.

Take care of your belongings.

Use inside voice.

Use “Excuse Me”when appropriate.

Listen to adults and follow directions.

Enter/Exit calmly.

Keep hands, feet and

objects to yourself

Always wait your turn

and walk in anorderly fashion.

BathroomManage your time

appropriately.

Sign out properly and

Calm quiet behavior.

Quietly wait your turn.

Give others privacy.

Maintain a graffiti

Wash hands with soap and water.

RAMS

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return to class promptly. Respect personal

space.

Flush toilets after use,

free environment. Use trashcan appropriately.

Cafeteria Use quiet voices.

Keep areas clean.

Keep food on tray or where it belongs.

Once you pick a seat,stay there.

Allow anyone tosit next to you.

Use good table manners such as

“Please” “Thank you”

and“Excuse Me”.

Maintain personal space

Listen to adults.

Dispose of trash properly.

Take your proper place in line.

Walk slowly.

Eat slowly

Line up single file.

Keep hands, feet, and objects to

yourself.

HallwayUse appropriatetone of voice.

Keep the area in front of your locker clean.

Keep lockers secure.

Use appropriate words such as “Excuse Me”.

Follow adult directions.

Calm, quiet behavior at all

times.

Always walk andstay to the right.

Keep hands, feet, and objects to

yourself.

Classroom Have the necessarymaterials for class.

Complete your work and pass it in on time.

Be to class on time.

Do your own work to the best of your ability.

Talk at appropriate times.

Demonstrate a positive attitude.

Actively listen.

Follow adult directions.

.Respect the

differences and opinions of others.

Leave class for only necessary reasons.

Use classroommaterials properly.

Keep hands and feet to yourself

Revised 11/1/07

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ACADEMICS – Nute High School & Nute Middle School

Homework PolicyNute High School and Middle School requires that students and parents at all grades and levels take homework seriously, that they view it as an extension of the classroom experience, and as part of the on-going process of learning. Discovery and practice form the basis of learning both in and beyond the classroom. Students need to understand that homework is not an end unto itself but that it is a way of preparing them to take on their own learning in life. As students move through grades 6 - 12 at Nute, they should assume increasing responsibility for their own learning.

Homework assignments should be commensurate with the level and difficulty of the course being taken. Currently, middle school students are required to write their assignments in their agenda books. Parents can also review student homework and grades through Powerschool. If a student is absent, it is expected that he/she will be allowed one day for make-up work for each day of absence.

Students are meant to work on their homework for as long as it takes to create quality work. This means up to one and one half hour per night for middle school students and up to two hours per night for high school students.

Homework has value because it: Reinforces learning in the classroom Provides a gauge which helps the teacher determine what, and how much, students are learning Extends class time which may be insufficient to cover curricula requirements Reinforces the life skills of work and responsibility while providing additional practice in study skills,

study habits, and self-discipline Causes students to further develop their reading and writing skills Assists students in preparing more thoroughly for class ensuring a more productive classroom experience

for the student and his/her classmatesStudents and parents should expect homework to:

be assigned regularly, frequently, and usually daily be directly related to class work be checked by the classroom teacher be graded and counted as a significant portion of a term’s grade be assigned in many different forms: short and long range assignments, projects, research, studying, and

reviewingTeachers will:

Provide students a rationale for the homework assignment Divide long-range assignments into logical steps that are clearly delineated for students as they work on

their charge.

Incomplete GradesA mark of incomplete (I) is given at the end of each quarter when work has not been completed for legitimate reasons. After two weeks, an incomplete becomes an “F” unless the principal has approved a longer make-up period.

Progress ReportsProgress Reports will be issued approximately half way through each marking period. Students must have a parent or guardian sign the form and return it to the teacher within three days of the issuance date. Failure to do so may result in a teacher detention. Parents are expected to know the issuance dates of progress reports, which are published in this handbook.

Summer School:Students who fail classes are eligible to make up those failures in summer school only if their course average did not fall below fifty percent. The cost for summer school is the responsibility of the student and their family.

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ATTENDANCE – Nute High School & Nute Middle School

Attendance PolicyStudents do not have to have all their absences waived, but accrue more than four absences in a quarter, eight in a semester or sixteen for the year they will need to go through an appeals process so as to not receive administrative failures for the courses that they are enrolled in. Most appeals will either be approved or the student may be put on probation for the following term. In some cases of truancy students will fail courses for excessive absences. The attendance appeal process does not waive the absences in excess of the limits set but is required in order to have an opportunity to not fail due to excessive absences.

Students are allowed four absences per quarter, eight absences per semester or sixteen per year. Any students exceeding these limits will receive an administrative failure. Waived absences will not count toward the totals per quarter, semester or year. An Attendance Review Committee will hear appeals to this policy.

A student exceeding the attendance limits may also be placed on academic probation. This action withholds the student’s credit and stipulates certain restrictions that the student must adhere to for a period of time. If the student meets the stipulations, his/her credit will be restored. If the stipulations are not met, the withheld credit will not be restored. Appeals are allowed, even encouraged. However, it is the responsibility of the student to file an appeal with the school office in a timely manner. All absences that are not waived will count toward the total for each quarter/semester.

All notes from a licensed medical or legal entity explaining why an absence has occurred must be submitted on the day the student returns to school. These notes will be taken into consideration in those instances when a student has received an administrative failure and has filed the appropriate appeal. Parental notes will not be accepted in order to waive absences other than for bereavement of family members and/or religious holidays. Parental notes will be used as supporting documentation to disprove truancy during the attendance appeal process but will not be considered in determining waived absences.

Examples of waived absences are as follows: those absences that can be documented for medical appointments, bereavement, religious holidays, court appearances, pre-approved educational functions, nurse’s dismissal, chronic absence or long-term absence as explained by a physician’s note, or a family vacation of up to a week that was approved at least two weeks prior to the absence.

Students are allowed to make up work that is missed due to any absence other than expulsion or an unacceptable absence. Students are allowed one day to make up work for each day that they were absent. Examples of unacceptable absences are as follows: absence without parental knowledge, truancy, as defined by policy, un-approved vacations.

If a student is absent from school for any reason, other than a documented waived absence, then they are not allowed to participate in any school sponsored event or extra-curricular activity on the day of their absence or the non-school day following the day of their absence. For instance, if a student is absent on Friday, that student may not attend a dance that evening. A student who arrives to school on time or by 9:15 at the latest and stays until the end of the day will be counted as being present in school. A student who arrives to school on time and stays until the end of the day or gets dismissed no earlier than 12:15 will be counted as being present in school.

TruancyTruancy is defined by RSA 189:35(a) and is addressed in Milton School Board Policy JHB. Truancy is defined as any unexcused absence from school. Ten half-days of unexcused absence is considered to be habitual truancy. When the building administration identifies a student as a habitual truant, a process of intervention with the student, staff and parents will commence. These interventions will consider the reasons for the truancy, modifications to educational program to address the truancy, parent involvement in addressing the truancy, and possible discipline to reduce the truant behavior. In extreme instances, where all interventions prove ineffective, where the administration believes that the offense is a parenting issue, and /or the welfare of the student is in question; the administration shall be forced to make a report of educational neglect with the Division of Children Youth and Families.

Class CuttingClass cutting is a serious offense. Any student who has been found to be cutting class will receive an office detention for the first offense Additionally, the student will receive a zero for the class or classes cut. Subsequent offenses may result in Saturday detention or suspension. In either case, the parent/guardian will be notified of the situation. Students leaving class without permission will face similar disciplinary action.

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DismissalsStudents who wish to be dismissed from school early must have written permission from their parent/guardian. The student must submit the parental note to the office before 7:30 AM. During school hours, parents may come to the school to dismiss their children. Dismissals will be counted similarly as tardies; three un-waived dismissals, in a quarter, either from school or from the same class, will receive an automatic Saturday detention. Three dismissals are also equal to an absence and will be counted toward the quarter/semester/year total.

Nurse dismissals will be waived only if the student attends school and is seen by the nurse.

Eligibility for Extra-Curricular ActivitiesTo be eligible to participate in any extracurricular school-sponsored activities a student must:

1. Be in good standing -- that is, not on suspension or in in-school suspension or expelled.2. Be present in school on the day of the activity or on the previous school day for an activity taking place on

a non-school day, unless a legitimate reason warrants approval of the principal.A. Should a student miss part or all of a school day for a legitimate reason, prior approval of the

absence, tardiness or dismissal by the principal will enable the student to participate in activities. B. Part of a day is determined as being in school until 12:15 pm or arriving no later than 9:15 am.C. Students attending school-sponsored extracurricular activities shall adhere to all school rules,

regulations and district policies. (Milton School District Policy JJ)

Leaving School GroundsFor students who ride the bus, once you step foot onto the bus at the beginning of the school day and until you get off the bus at the end of the school day and for all other students, once you step foot on school grounds you are now the responsibility of the school. Students may not leave school grounds, or any school-sponsored event regardless of its location, without written permission of your parent/guardian or a school administrator. This includes 18 year old, and older, students. Leaving school grounds will result in disciplinary action up too and including suspension.

School Notification of AbsenceIn the event of a student’s absence or tardiness, the parent or guardian should notify the school at 652-4591. Otherwise, the school will contact the parent/guardian at home or at work to ensure that he/she is aware of a child’s absence. Written notification of the absence upon the student’s return to school is also required. This notification will document that the absence is not a result of truancy. The note will not waive the student’s absence.

TardinessStudents are expected to be on time to school and for all classes without exception. If a teacher detains a student, the teacher will issue a late pass to him/her for admittance to the next class without penalty. Students who are tardy are required to get a tardy/admit slip in the front office upon arrival. Any student who has four un-waived tardies to school will receive an office detention. Students who are tardy to class will receive a teacher detention on the fourth offense. Subsequent tardies to class will result in further administrative action. Three tardies is also equal to an absence and will be counted toward the quarter/semester/year total. When half of a class is missed due to a tardy, that is equal to an absence from said class.

Dismissing students over the telephone is discouraged and may not be acceptable, depending on the situation. Students will not be permitted to phone parents in order to receive verbal permission for dismissal. (Milton School Board Policy JLIB-Student Dismissal, Milton School Board Policy JHC-Student Release Precautions, Milton School Board Policy JLIA-Supervision of Students)

Vacations While School is in SessionAlthough definitely not recommended, family vacations sometimes cannot be avoided during times that school is in session. As per Milton School Board Policy, up to ten school days of family vacation may be requested and will fall into the category of waived absences. Students will be permitted to either take schoolwork with them, or upon their return, be given one day of make-up for each day of the waived absences. A written request to the principal explaining the request for a waived absence must be received no later than two weeks prior to the first day’s absence.

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GENERAL PROCEDURES – Nute High School & Nute Middle School

AccidentsAnyone involved in any type of accident while at school or on a school-sponsored activity; must complete an accident report. Forms are available from the school nurse and in the school office.

Due to safety considerations, parents are expressly requested NOT to drive onto the campus when dropping off or picking up children between the hours of 6:45-7:30 A.M. and 1:45-2:15 P.M.

Alert NowThe Milton School District will again be using the Alert Now automated notification system. This system will send recorded telephone messages and/or email messages from the school district administrators. This system will be used to notify families directly when there is information that needs to be sent to families in a timely manner such as school closings, distribution dates for progress reports and report cards, notification of special school events and any other pertinent information related to the school that is important for families to be notified about quickly.

Please be sure to include the telephone numbers and email address that you would like to be notified at. Include both a primary contact as well as back-up and emergency contacts. Please be sure to call the school at 652-4591 if you have any questions.

AssembliesOccasionally assemblies will be scheduled. They are designed to be educational as well as entertaining experiences. They provide one of the few opportunities in school to learn formal audience behavior. Regardless of the type of program, common courtesy demands that the student body be appreciative and respectful. In live entertainment, unlike radio, television, or movies, the performers are very conscious of their audience. Talking, whispering, whistling, and booing are discourteous and unacceptable. Yelling is appropriate only at pep rallies.

1. Do not take books or coats to the assembly unless otherwise instructed.2. Proceed to the assembly when called over the PA. This should be a quiet and orderly process, per teacher

direction.3. Sit with your classroom teacher and classmates or with your graduating class as directed.4. As per Nute tradition, underclassmen will rise for the seniors as they enter the assembly.5. When the assembly leader asks for your attention, give it to him /her immediately.6. Be courteous to the performer and your neighbors. Do not use applause intervals for conversation.7. Applaud in keeping with the occasion. Applause should be generous and courteous.8. Students will be dismissed from the assembly by class starting with seniors unless otherwise directed.

Books or Monies Owed the SchoolAny student who owes money for a lost or abused book, for restitution of theft and/or vandalism, for lost or damaged school property or who owes money for a school-approved activity, will not be allowed to participate in, nor to attend, any school-sponsored activities, including but not limited to dances, sports, prom, concerts, events, graduation, etc., until the situation is satisfactorily resolved with the school.

Change of AddressDue to possible emergencies, it is vital that the office have up-to-date contact information. If a student’s address, phone number, parental/guardian contact information or other important information changes during the school year, it is imperative this information be submitted to the office immediately.

Comments/Questions/Complaints/Communications SequenceIn order to avoid any misunderstandings, student and/or parental questions, suggestions, or complaints should be made in the following order:

1. Teacher and/or Staff Member2. Principal3. Superintendent4. School Board

If after discussing the situation with the teacher or staff member and the issue is not resolved to the student and/or families’ satisfaction, then the issue should be brought to the attention of and discussed with school administration. If the student and/or their family are still not satisfied with the outcome of the situation, then the matter should be brought to the Superintendent’s attention. Only if the matter is not resolved through the first three steps should it be

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brought to the attention of the Milton School Board. Students or parents who jump levels, may be redirected by the higher level to confer with the lower level first.

Conduct at School FunctionsStudent conduct at all school activities including school dances and athletic events is expected to be exemplary and to reflect positively on our school. Therefore, the following regulations will be in effect at these functions:

1. Normal school dress will be expected.2. All school rules and handbook sections will be in effect.3. Students leaving a school function will not be allowed re-admittance.4. Only students of Nute High School and/or Nute Middle School and their pre-approved guests will be

permitted to attend school dances. 5. Any student wishing to bring a guest to a school dance must secure the appropriate form from the school

office, have it completed, and return at least one week prior to the school function.

All school policies, procedures and rules are in effect at all school-sponsored events, regardless of the location. They are also in effect on school grounds and at school functions after the regular school day.

Directory InformationThe Milton School District defines "directory information" as: name, address, telephone number, date of birth, place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of the members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees, awards, most recent educational institution attended.

Effective September 10, 2010, the Milton School District will release such directory information to all external agencies such as newspapers upon written request from such agency. At the elementary level only the names of those students who may be recognized for school achievement will be released. This is necessary in order to accommodate the custom of including selected student information in materials such as honor rolls, sports and play programs and other student directories.

Parents and students may refuse designation of any or all of the above categories of personally identifiable information as directory information for specific students, provided that a written request to that effect is received by the school district no later than September 7, 2014.

Dress CodeAll students are expected to adhere to the standards of proper hygiene and dress that are in keeping with a proper school environment.A student’s inappropriate appearance or lack of hygiene will not be permitted to disrupt the educational process nor will it be permitted to threaten anyone’s health or safety. When, in the judgment of the school, a student’s appearance disrupts the educational process or constitutes a threat to the health and/or safety of that student and/or others, the student in question may be required to make modifications or to be sent home. With that in mind, the following guidelines are to be used:

1. Student’s hair must be groomed and be safe for the activity in which the student is involved.2. Students must have footwear on in the school building at all times.3. Student’s clothing is expected to be clean and in good repair. T-shirts and/or other articles of clothing

depicting drug, alcohol and/or tobacco products, obscene language, sexual references, or innuendoes, or other wise determined to be offensive, are not permitted to be worn at school or at any school-sponsored activities.

4. A-shirts (men's sleeveless undershirts with thin shoulder straps), halter tops, tank tops, spikes (cleats) and midriff tops are not permitted. Additionally, tops with spaghetti straps or straps showing any type of undergarment may not be worn unless it is covered by another top. Straps must be two inches wide or wider. This measurement is two inches, not two fingers.

5. Hats may be worn in all common areas including hallways and the cafeteria and may be worn in classrooms with teacher permission. Hats need to be removed at appropriate times. For example: during the Pledge of Allegiance, moments of silence, assemblies, other appropriate times, or when directed to remove it. Any logos or writing on hats must be school appropriate.

6. Skirts, shorts, and dresses must be of an appropriate length. Garments will be measured by asking the student to place a standard 3”X5” card on the knee. The garment must be within five inches of the knee.

7. Open shirts and/or plunging necklines are not acceptable; front or rear cleavage should never be shown. 8. Slacks and trousers must be worn at the waistline and not worn excessively baggy and/or low.

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9. No undergarments are to be visible at any time. Strapless tops of any type and pajamas are not appropriate for school or school sponsored events unless approved by the administration prior to the event.

10. No Sunglasses.

Any student who is wearing an article of clothing that is found to be offensive, distractive to the educational process and/or in violation of the school dress code will be asked to change, cover up or be sent home. Failure to do so, or repeated offenses to the dress code will result in disciplinary action. Administration reserves the final say in all dress code matters.

Special dress days may be scheduled throughout the school year. On those occasions, students will be given advanced notice and the acceptable code of dress will be explained fully to the student body. Permission for these special dress days must be obtained by the club or class well in advance, from the principal.

Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Student Release ProceduresIn the event of an emergency and/or disaster, your student will remain in his/her assigned school or class center until you or the person designated by your signature comes to the school and personally signs your student out for up to 72 hours. After 72 hours, your student may be transferred to the nearest Red Cross Shelter. NOTE: This is the only condition under which school personnel can release your student. To be certain that we know when the student is released and the emergency is handled in a calm, orderly way, we ask that complete the “Disaster Release Form” included in the first day forms packet and return it to the school.

Release sites, where your child can be signed out, can be found by listening to the following radio and television stations:

FM 100.3 FM 97.5 AM 1270 TV CH 9WHEB WOKQ WTSN WMUR

Please DO NOT call the school in the case of an emergency and/or disaster. Phone lines need to be kept open for emergency personnel. If possible, all disaster information, including updates, will be provided through the Alert Now system.

Enrollment and ResidencyThe ensuing criteria will be utilized to determine resident status of students enrolling in the Milton School District.1. A minor (under the age of 18) cannot obtain or establish legal residency on his / her own, nor can a student obtain

legal residency with a party other than a natural parent by any agreement either written or oral. Fraudulent residency may result in demand for tuition reimbursement.

2. Students will be considered to be resident students if they maintain residency with both parents who reside in Milton.

3. Students living with either parent by court order (i.e. divorce) or by some temporary agreement would maintain residency if the parent they are living with is a resident of Milton.

4. If not living with a natural parent, a court order is required to transfer legal residency to a third party, i.e. guardianship through probate court or a placement through a district or superior court order.

Faculty Advisor SystemEach student in both the middle and high schools is assigned a faculty advisor during an advisory block. Students should feel free to discuss academic and career interests with their faculty advisor during this time period. The school guidance counselor may also be accessed during this block as needed.

Field TripsAll school rules apply on field trips. Student permission slips will be required for all field trips other than regularly scheduled athletic trips. Students should return permission slips in a timely fashion. Students failing to return a signed permission slip will not be permitted to participate. Teachers, in consultation with administration, may preclude a student's attendance from a field trip due to poor academics or behavior. Students not attending a field trip may be given an alternative assignment that will substitute for the grade for attending the field trip.

Fire Drills & Emergency ProceduresThe instructions for fire drills and emergency procedures are posted in each classroom and will be reviewed by instructors. Students should read and be aware of exit instructions of each of their classrooms. Fire and emergency drills will be held on a regular basis. Students are expected to follow all instructions given by all administration, faculty and staff immediately during any emergency or drill. Failure to do so will result in significant disciplinary

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action.

Graduation ExercisesStudents who have not accumulated the required number of credits or who have not completed all required courses will not be allowed to participate in graduation exercises. Only those students who have earned a Nute High School Diploma, or qualify for a certificate of attendance per Milton School Policy IKF, will be allowed to participate in the Nute High School graduation ceremonies. Students will be “certified” by the guidance department as having met all requirements for graduation 72 hours prior to the ceremony. Students who are not “certified” 72 hours prior to the ceremony, will not be allowed to participate in the graduation exercises.

Inclement Weather/Delayed Openings/Early School ClosingsParents, it is rare for the school to close early due to inclement weather or another emergency, but it does happen. It is most important that your child know exactly what to do and where to go if the school should be forced to close unexpectedly. Please take time at the beginning of each school year to formulate a plan with your child: location of a key, other-than-a-parent adult contact person, telephone numbers to call if they need assistance and whatever else you deem necessary to ensure that your child is safe.

It may not be possible for the school to contact you should an early – closing situation arise, so please have a plan in effect for your child to reach a safe place and to be able to inform you of their location.

Due to inclement weather or other reasons, school may be canceled or delayed or dismissed early. Staff, students, and parents should listen to one of the following stations or visit their websites when the weather conditions may warrant the canceling of school.

If possible, all inclement weather / delayed opening / early school closing information, including updates, will be provided through the Alert Now system as well as the following stations:

FM 100.3 FM97.5 AM 1270 TV CH 9 WHEB WOKQ WTSN WMUR

Library UsageStudents are reminded that library usage is a privilege. Those students who do not use the library for work and research will lose this valuable privilege. Students using the library after-school are expected to be actively engaged with library related work and must not be disruptive to the library environment. Students who are not actively engaged and/or disruptive will be asked to leave. Continued inappropriate behavior in the library will result in disciplinary action.

Loitering in the library foyer, in the library hallway, or outside the library/school building is not permitted during school hours and during library hours. Students violating this regulation will be subject to school discipline procedures.

Students who are suspended from school are also suspended from the Nute Library in agreement with the Nute Library Trustees. The Nute Library is not just our school’s library but is used by the public as well. Therefore, the rules for students may differ from the rules for the public.

LockersLockers will be assigned at the beginning of the school year. Students may need to share lockers but every effort will be made to assign every student their own locker. Students should not share lockers unless they are assigned to do so. Students should not share their locker combinations with others. Students are not to prop open or otherwise make their locks inoperable. Students are not permitted to go to their lockers during class without teacher permission. Please remember to take all necessary items with you to all classes. A clean and orderly locker is your responsibility. Because the purpose of lockers is security and storage, not privacy, administrators may search lockers and seize inappropriate material. Having a locker is a privilege, not a right, and the lockers are the property of the school. Students are responsible for their lockers and the locks used to secure them. If an assigned locker or lock is damaged or not returned in the condition it was supplied in, there will be a charge assigned to the student that the locker was assigned to.

Lunch ProgramLunches will be eaten in the cafeteria. Seating will be provided and it is expected that the students will keep the area

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clean. Students may not send out for lunch. Students are not permitted to leave the designated area without a written pass from the teacher that they are going to. In good weather, students may receive permission from one of the supervising adults to eat in the courtyard. Students must not disturb classes, and they must understand and respect that eating outside is a privilege, not a right.

Students are expected to pay for their meals that they receive at school. There is a Free & Reduced Meal Program for those who are eligible for it. Forms are available through the school office and the Food Service Director. These forms are available at any time during the year. There are occasions when students may need to charge for their lunch but there is a credit limit and once that is met and the balance is not paid, then services may be stopped until the outstanding amount is paid. Charging will not be allowed during the last two weeks of the school year.

The procedure is as follows:1. Students will be allowed to charge up to a one-lunch limit.2. The student and their parent will be notified once the credit limit is met and that services will be stopped if

the balance is not paid. Students will be notified in person and parents will receive notification by phone.3. Students are not allowed to charge on the a la carte line, only the main food service line.4. Any returned checks for insufficient funds will be charged an additional $20.00 fee, after which, only cash

will be accepted.5. If an outstanding balance is not paid in a timely manner than the student will not be allowed to participate

in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities until the outstanding balance is paid in full.6. If a student who is receiving a free or reduced lunch is caught passing along his or her lunch to an ineligible

student, the student receiving the meal will be charged full price for the meal.

Milton School District DiplomaIf a student has met all conditions of the State of New Hampshire’s academic requirements, currently twenty credits per ED 306.27 and has been enrolled in a secondary school for at least eight semesters, then they would receive a Milton School District diploma. This option is available only when, through careful consideration by administration, in collaboration with the student and the parent or guardian, it is evident that the student will not attain the established criteria for a Nute High School diploma and as such is at a high risk of not completing his/her high school education. Students who receive a Milton School District diploma are not eligible to participate in the Nute High School graduation ceremonies, as they have not met the educational requirements of Nute High School. An alternate ceremony may be held. (Milton School District Policy IKF, High School Graduation, Revised 05/14/08)

Medication The school nurse of the Milton School District is authorized to administer doses of internal medicine to pupils under the following conditions:1. The medicine is to be administered by the school nurse or staff member designated by and under the supervision

of the school nurse.2. There must be written parental or guardian permission for the administration of the medicine3. There must be written specific directions from the child’s doctor for the nurse and the staff member to administer

the medication.4. The designated staff member is required to maintain a log indicating the medicine administered, dosage, by

whom, to whom, on what date, at what time, and the name of the doctor.5. The nurse, on a weekly basis, is required to check the logs and consult with the classroom teacher regarding the

effect the medication is having on the child.6. All medication should be taken home when possible. Medications should be in an updated prescription

container, with the name of the child, medication, and dosages accompanied by written authorization by the parent or guardian. All medication must be given to the school nurse or designated staff member.

Students may not take medications without the supervision of the nurse, nor may they give other students medications, including over-the-counter medications such as aspirin, ibuprofen, cough drops, Midol, and other medications.

NurseThe school has a nurse available. Any student requiring the service of the school nurse should receive a pass from the teacher and report to the health room or to the office if the health room is closed.

Parents Right to KnowTitle I: Title I is a federally funded program that is designed to help students achieve success while meeting high academic standards. Students are referred to the program by staff members and selected based on test results and classroom performance. Parental permission is a requirement for services to be provided. Planned Title I services for

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the middle school will include reading and math support for grades 6, 7, and 8. If you have questions about the Title I program, Jocelyn Young, Title I Project Manager, can be reached at Milton Elementary School, 652-4539.

Limited English Proficiency (LEP): Students who are not proficient in English may qualify for English language support.

Homelessness: If your child is living in a shelter or is without a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence, please contact the school or Samantha Ratacik, the Homeless Liaison, for assistance. She can be reached at Nute High School: (603) 652-4591.

Parents Rights to Know: Parents have the right to:

Refuse Title I, LEP, or homeless support or services. Withdraw their child from Title I support. Withdraw their child from Limited English Proficiency (LEP) instruction. Know the Adequately Yearly Progress (AYP) results for their child’s school. Know if their child’s teacher is not a highly qualified teacher (HQT). Know if their child has been taught 4 or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified.

PassesPasses will be issued at the discretion of the classroom teacher. Written passes are mandatory when a student is going to another adult in the building including teachers, nurse, library, or office. Sign-out sheets should be utilized in all instances.

Physical EducationAll students who have been assigned a physical education class are expected to participate unless they have a written excuse from a physician stating why they are not to participate in the physical education program. Medical clearance is required to return to class as well. Students are required to have and change into, when instructed, physical education clothing consisting of sneakers, shorts, and shirt that are in accordance of the school dress code. Students not properly prepared with a change of clothing are not permitted to participate in class and will receive a zero for that class session. Students are cautioned not to leave money or valuables in the locker rooms.

PostersThe placement of posters and other advertising within the school must be authorized in writing by the administration. Authorized posters should be respected and not defaced in any manner.

School-Sponsored ActivitiesAll school rules apply at all school-sponsored activities. This includes dances, athletic events, field trips, concerts, plays, prom, assemblies, summer school or any other school-sponsored event. Student eligibility to participate in school-sponsored activities will be based upon academic and behavioral performance. Administration will consult with teachers and guidance when determining eligibility. Students who owe money for lost padlocks,lost or damaged books, or damaged or stolen property will not be eligible to participate in or attend school-sponsored events. Students who are unable to pay may work out payment plan with administration where students would work for minimum wage.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973Section 504 ensures access to individuals with disabilities that affect one or more major life activities. Accommodations to ensure access to the physical plant and the curriculum are common in schools. For further information on Section 504, please contact the Middle School Guidance Counselor.

SignaturesEighteen-year-old students who live with their parents/guardians must get parental signatures for progress reports, report cards, field trips, etc. as well as parental permission to leave school. Eighteen-year-old students who can document that they are not living with a parent or legal guardian may sign these forms and sign out of school themselves.

Special ServicesSpecial Services at Nute Middle and High School and Library foster an educational environment, which strives to develop caring, respectful, and responsible young adults. We promote collaboration among students, staff, parents and the greater community to optimize student achievement at school and in life. We educate by acknowledging and

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capitalizing on each student’s learning potential and by providing tools necessary for success. For further information on Special Services please contact the Assistant Principal.

SportsThe following interscholastic athletics are available to students. Eligibility is determined by NHIAA Guidelines for Student Scholastic Standing and Athletic Eligibility. Students are encouraged to participate and to represent their school.

Fall Sports-Soccer, Volleyball and Football

Winter Sports-Basketball and Spirit

Spring Sports-Baseball and Softball

To participate in a practice and/or game, the student/athlete must be present at the school for the entire day of the activity. A full day constitutes being in school until 12:15 pm, or arriving to school no later than 9:15 am. If the student/athlete is dismissed from school prior to 12:15 pm or arrives after 9:15 am and wishes to attend a practice or a game, that student/athlete must speak with the building principal and get written permission from them. If the activity is on a non-school day, they must be present at school the last day of school prior to the activity.

7th-12th Grade* Classes passed Status

0 Not Eligible1 Not Eligible2 Not Eligible3 Not Eligible4 Probation5 Fully Eligible6 Fully Eligible7 Fully Eligible

6th Grade*Classes passed Status

0 Not Eligible1 Not Eligible2 Not Eligible3 Not Eligible4 Probation5 Fully Eligible6 Fully Eligible

The coaches and student athletes of Nute High School and Middle School involved in interscholastic play are expected to exercise good sportsmanship in keeping with the philosophy of the NHIAA.

Staff/Student RelationsThe relationship between the teacher and student should be one of cooperation, understanding, and mutual respect. The teacher has the responsibility to provide an atmosphere conducive to learning, motivating students to perform to the best of their ability. Students have the responsibility to behave appropriately, not disturb their classmates or the class, and to study to the best of their abilities.

Substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other adults working in the building are important members of our school community and are to be given the same respect as teachers. Students should know that the Milton School Board has given all school employees supervisory authority. Any supervising adult, who includes paraprofessionals and substitute teachers, may give detentions. Students should expect disciplinary responses for misbehavior, including offensive language.

Summer ReadingAll students have required summer reading that must be completed before school opens each year. The grade level summer reading lists and assignments can be obtained from each of the English teachers in the Middle School and the High School. The lists can also be obtained in the Nute Library and the SAU 64 website, www.SAU64.org.

Teacher QualificationsTeachers in the Milton School District are certified to teach by the State of New Hampshire Department of Education to teach the curriculum that they are assigned to. All the teachers at Nute who teach core academic areas

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(math, science, language arts and social studies) have also obtained Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) status as defined by the federal No Child Left Behind Act and by the NH DOE. Parents will be notified in writing if at any time their students are being provided direct instruction in a core academic by a teacher who is not HQT in that area.

Telephone UseThe phones in the office, guidance and library are not for student use. Students will not be called to the office for incoming phone calls. Only messages of an urgent nature can be delivered to students.

Textbooks, Book Covers, Writing Implements, PaperAll textbooks should have a suitable cover on them that are in good condition at all times. This step goes a long way in preserving textbooks and thus keeping down costs. The instructor will assign textbooks to students. It is the responsibility of the student to return the book at the end of the term in the same condition that it was received in. Students and their families are responsible to reimburse the school for lost or damaged books. Students will not be permitted to participate in any extra-curricular activities including but not limited to dances, athletic teams, field trips and graduation etc. until monies owed are paid in full. Along with textbooks, each student should have a writing implement and paper on which to take notes in every class every day.

Title IXTitle IX Policy #4251 - Non - DiscriminationNon-discrimination under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973:The Milton School Board hereby affirms that it does not discriminate on the basis of sex or handicap in its educational program or activities.

1. Furthermore, the District adheres to the requirement of the Title IX of the Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.

2. The District also adheres in its employment practices to the principles and requirements of Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended.

VisitorsAll visitors to the school must first report to the Main Office. All visitors must wear special identifying badges.Visitors are not permitted in classes without 24-hour advance approval from the teacher and the Principal. Students who wish to bring a guest to dances must submit the appropriate paperwork prior to the event. As a general policy, student visitors are not allowed. If a student visitor is allowed, the visitor information paperwork must be submitted to the office 48 hours prior to the visit.

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DISCIPLINE – Nute High School & Nute Middle School

Student DisciplineA reasonable degree of order is essential if the teaching and learning process is to take place. Sound discipline will be maintained in the school. All students must work to ensure that proper conduct is maintained in their classrooms, in the lunchroom, in the halls, on the school premises, on scheduled field trips, and during all school-sponsored activities. They have the responsibility to not only learn but also to adhere to the rules and regulations of Nute High School and Middle School.

Students are to follow the guidelines established by the school as outlined in this student handbook as well as the Milton School District Student Code of Conduct approved by the Milton School Board on September 10, 2014.The administration will report serious or law-breaking offenses to the appropriate authorities. The school will not discriminate in standards, rules of behavior, or disciplinary measures including suspensions or expulsions on the basis of gender, race, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, emotional, mental, or learning disability.

DetentionTeachers or the school administration may assign detention to a student should the situation warrant. Students will be given one-day advanced notice of the detention. This twenty-four hour notice will give the student and parent/guardian time to plan for transportation. Parents/guardians must understand that transportation is their responsibility for students who have been assigned an afternoon or Saturday detention.

It is considered a serious violation for a student not to report to detention when assigned to do so. Failure to report to detention will result in further disciplinary action, including in-school suspension, Saturday detentions and out-of-school suspension for repeated offenses. It is the student's responsibility to serve a detention and to reschedule it if absent.

Detention takes priority over any other school activities, including sports, clubs, driver’s ed., etc. An after-school job is not considered a valid reason for missing detention.

Saturday DetentionStudents may be assigned Saturday detention for extreme or continual violations of school policy. Saturday detention is held from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon. Failure to attend or to complete all four hours of a Saturday detention will result in the Saturday detention being re-assigned as well as in-school suspension(s), and possibly out-of-school-suspension(s) for repeated offenses. Failure to follow Saturday Detention guidelines may result in removal from Saturday detention. Students are required to ensure that they have enough academic work to occupy the entire four-hour time period. Transportation to and from Saturday detention is the responsibility of either the student or the parent/guardian.

In-School SuspensionThe goal of the in-school suspension program is to discipline students who have violated school rules without interrupting their education. It will provide a setting where students and staff will be dedicated to dealing with the student’s problems in a highly structured environment. Another step in correcting a student’s behavior, it provides temporary isolation from a class or classes and the normal routine of the school and its activities. If in-school suspension fails to correct inappropriate behavior, it will cease to be available for that student. Students who have demonstrated that in school suspension does not work for them will be suspended out of school. While serving in-school suspension, students are prohibited from any and all extra-curricular activities the day or days of the suspension, and they are fully expected to complete assignments thoroughly and to adhere to a strict observance of the rules of conduct of the program. Any violation of these or other stipulations will result in the student being placed on out-of-school suspension.

Out-of-School SuspensionAn out-of-school suspension is when a student is required to leave the school grounds for a very serious disciplinary violation. Parents will be notified as soon as possible in order that transportation arrangements can be made. During the period of the suspension, students will be restricted from attending classes, participating in all school activities, being on school grounds, and attending any school activity at any location at any time.

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Out-of-school suspension is a strong and final-stage effort by the school to enforce the policies of behavioral expectations. Parents are expected to contact the school to arrange for a post-suspension conference with the school administration prior to the student being allowed to return to school.

Appealing Disciplinary ActionsDiscipline procedures are necessary to protect students, school employees, and property, and to establish the order essential to a productive learning atmosphere. A student has the right to express concern regarding disciplinary charges made against him/her. When an oral or written concern is made against the student that he/she feels is unjust, the student should discuss the concerns with the staff member involved. If he/she feels the concern may not be resolved, an appeal to the Principal may be made. Speaking with the principal and/or referring to the Milton School Board Policy Manual located in both the office and the library can gain additional information on any school policy.

Reporting Serious InfractionsNute Middle School and High School is in compliance with chapter 355 (H.B. 128) requiring any public or private school employee report, in writing, any act of theft, violence, or destruction by a student on a safe school zone to the school principal. The principal must file the report with the local law enforcement agency within 48 hours. The local law enforcement agency will then determine if there is need for further investigation that could result in further action by them. This information must then be included in the student’s permanent record file and must be forwarded to another school should the student transfer from his/her present school.

Illegal sale or possession of a controlled drug must also be reported to the local law enforcement agency. Additionally, current state law requires school expulsion if a student is found in possession of a firearm on school property, which, by definition also includes the school bus. This also includes the possession of a pellet or BB gun or rifle. Look-alike guns, model guns, replicas, water pistols and/or other look-alike weapons are not permitted on school property. Violations of this policy may also result in student suspension and/or expulsion.

Classroom RulesIt is the procedure of Nute High School and Library and Nute Middle School that individual teachers may have rules and responsibilities that differ with each classroom. One teacher, for example, may allow a behavior in his or her class that another teacher would not, just as different bosses and parents enforce different rules. Students and parents must be aware of the expectations of each classroom, and students must adhere to each teacher's classroom rules. There are common areas on campus, such as outside, library, hall, cafeteria, bathrooms where rules must be commonly enforced, regardless of the adult supervisor.

Bus RulesBus transportation is a privilege. All school rules apply while students are riding the bus. Students are held accountable for their behavior. If a student receives a bus discipline referral the following process is initiated:

Depending upon the seriousness of the incident, the following will be implemented. In cases of physical altercations or situations that place the safety of others at risk the administration and/or transportation coordinator has the right to adjust the discipline to a more serious consequence.

1 st Offense - Warning, written or verbal, from administration and/or transportation coordinator. Parent contact. Copy of “Rules and Regulations for School Bus Students” sent home. Physical altercations or situations that place the safety of others at risk may lead to immediate suspension.

2 nd Offense - Suspension of bus riding privileges up to (5) five school days. The number of days depends on the seriousness of the infraction and is determined by the administration and/or transportation coordinator.

3 rd Offense - Suspension of bus riding privileges up to (10) ten school days. The number of days depends on the seriousness of the infraction and is determined by the administration and/or transportation coordinator.

4 th Offense - Suspension of bus riding privileges up to (20) twenty school days. The number of days depends on the seriousness of the infraction and is determined by the administration and/or transportation coordinator.

5 th Offense – Bus suspension until a hearing with the superintendent and/or school board, which will determine the length of the suspension for the remainder of the school year.

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The principal, transportation coordinator, and bus driver may assign seats. Pupils may regain the privilege of seat selection for good behavior. Please refer to the Student and Parent Transportation Handbook for a more detailed outline of expected bus behavior.

The Milton School Board has authorized the use of audio and video recording equipment on all school buses. Students found to be in violation of the district’s bus conduct rules, as stated in this handbook, will be subject to disciplinary action.

Videotapes will be treated as protected student records under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The following guidelines will apply: the tapes will remain in the custody of the Milton School District; parents who wish to listen the videotape in response to disciplinary action taken against their student may request such access under approved disciplinary procedures; persons unrelated to a disciplinary incident will not be permitted to listen bus videotapes.

Alcohol and DrugsDangerous and narcotic drugs, for which a student has a prescription from a licensed medical doctor, must be kept in the nurse’s office.

Taking of alcohol and/or illegal drugs, Tobacco, and/or possession of same, in any form, is not permitted at any time on school grounds or at any school sponsored event, regardless of the location. If a student is caught in possession or use of alcohol, either over-the counter, prescription and/or illegal drugs, parents will be called, and the matter will be brought to the attention of the Milton Police Department, the school board, the superintendent, and other appropriate authorities.

a. In case a student appears to be under the influence of a controlled substance, a parent/guardian will be notified by school authorities to remove the student to his/her home or to a medical facility.

b. In severe cases, if the parent’s medical doctor will not come to the school, the principal is authorized to call an ambulance to remove the student to the hospital. Parents/guardian will be notified of this action and be held responsible for the incurred expenses.

c. Upon reasonable evidence of the illegal possession and/or use of drugs or alcohol by any student on school district property, or at any school event, the student will be suspended from school for a minimum five days. A conference between the parents/guardian will be held as soon as possible. Expulsion from school is a strong possibility.

d. Any student found selling, distributing, or giving away illegal drugs will be turned over to police authorities immediately, and suspended from school at once pending further action by the superintendent and/or the Milton School Board.

e. Any student convicted in court for illegally selling drugs either on or off school property, or at school events, will be suspended from school pending Milton School Board action, which may include expulsion from school.

Controlled drugs are defined to be those drugs prohibited by New Hampshire state law as defined in RSA ch.318-B and RSA 571-C:2. Also applicable is the Milton School Board policy JICH, Drug and Alcohol Use by Students.

Bomb Threats and other False Public AlarmsStudents found to be involved in placing false threats or alarms to the school or school-sponsored events will be dealt with serious disciplinary action with, at minimal, suspension from school and will include a written report to the Milton Police Department.

BullyingThe Milton School District prohibits bullying. The district is committed to providing all students with a safe school environment in which all members of the school community are treated with respect. The school district is committed to complying with New Hampshire law, RSA 193-F, which requires that all school districts adopt, implement, and enforce a policy pertaining to bullying.

Bullying consists of insults, taunts, or challenges, which are likely to intimidate or provoke a violent or disorderly response. These insults, taunts, or challenges may be verbal or physical in nature. Bullying may take place on school grounds, on a school bus, Facebook, or at a school event.

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Unauthorized Communication Devices and Other Electronic DevicesStudent use of cell phones, camera phones, pagers, beepers, and other similar electronic communication devices is strictly prohibited during the school day. Students may not video any students or staff members for any reason without prior approval. This includes lunch periods and passing periods, as well as on school sponsored trips and driver education classes. Such devices are to be kept out of sight and powered off. The board recommends that these devices not be brought to school. Teacher directed and lesson-based activities will not be considered a violation of this policy.

The contents of an electronic communication device may be searched to determine ownership or to identify emergency contacts. Upon reasonable suspicion that a school rule or the law has been violated through the use of such a device, an administrator may also search for evidence of suspected wrongdoing. Any refusal on the part of a student to comply with a request to surrender the device may result in disciplinary action.

Additionally, it is prohibited for students to take, store, disseminate, transfer, view, or share obscene, pornographic, lewd, or otherwise illegal images or photographs, whether by electronic data transfer or other means, including but not limited to texting and e-mailing. Any student found to have engaged in such conduct may be reported to local law enforcement authorities and may face criminal penalties in accordance with applicable law. School administrators may refer such matters to local law enforcement if the administrator believes student action in this regard involves illegal activity (e.g., pornography.)

The administration may grant an exception to this policy for medical or emergency reasons only. This exception requires a written report from the student’s medical provider explaining the need for the exception.

Students participating in extra-curricular activities or athletics must contact their sponsor or coach for his/her rules involving cell phone use after hours or on after-school bus trips. Sponsors and coaches will set their rules and establish their consequences for the use and/or misuse of these devices.

The school district will not be responsible for loss, damage or theft of any electronic communication

Consequences for Violating this Policy

First Offense: Warning and confiscation of the electronic communication device for the remainder of the school day. Second Offense: The electronic communication device will be confiscated. A disciplinary referral will be written. At the principal’s discretion, the student may receive detention, in-school suspension, or out-of-school suspension not to exceed five (5) days.

Disruptive Behavior in ClassStudents who are requested to leave a classroom due to their disruptive behavior are required to report to the school office immediately. Disruptive behavior may be, but is not limited to, swearing, insubordination, or repeated minor distractions. A second such incident will necessitate a conference involving the parent/guardian (if possible), student, and the classroom teacher who requested the student’s removal before that student will be permitted to return to the classroom. Any further incident may result in permanent dismissal from that class with a loss of credit.

Electronic DevicesStudents should not bring portable radios or TV’s, electronic games, tape players, CD’s, MP3 players, ipods, or other music players or electronic devices to school unless approved by administration for classroom use. They cannot be used in the common areas such as bathroom and locker rooms of the school and may only be used in classrooms when the teacher gives explicit permission to do so. These items are subject to confiscation for possession and/or inappropriate use and may be returned at the discretion of the administration to a parent or guardian. Under no circumstances will the school be responsible for lost or stolen items.

GangsGangs that initiate, advocate, or promote activities, which threaten the safety, or well being of persons or property on school grounds or which disrupt the school environment are harmful to the educational process. The use of hand signals, graffiti, or the presence of any apparel, jewelry, accessory, or manner of grooming which by virtue of its

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color, arrangement, trademark, symbol, or any other attribute, which indicates or implies membership or affiliation with such a group, presents a clear and present danger to the school environment and educational objectives of the community are forbidden. (Milton School Board Policy JICF-Gang Activity)

HazingThe Milton School District prohibits hazing, an act that demeans, degrades or disgraces another person that is often carried out with coercion and intimidation. Hazing means any act on school grounds, on a school bus, or at a school event which is directed against a student by one or more persons, and which is likely to endanger the mental or physical health or the safety of a student for the purpose of being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in or maintaining membership in any organization whose members are or include students.

Hazing includes, but is not limited to the following examples:1. Any type of physical brutality such as whipping, beating, paddling, striking, branding, electronic shocking,

placing of a harmful substance on the body or similar activity.2. Any type of physical activity such as sleep deprivation, exposure to weather, confinement in a restricted area,

forced calisthenics, or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that is likely to affect the mental or physical health or safety of the student.

3. Any activity involving consumption of a food, alcoholic beverage, drug, or other substances that subjects the student to unreasonable risk of harm or that is likely to adversely affect the mental or physical health or safety of a student.

4. Any activity that intimidates or threatens a student with ostracism; that subjects a student to extreme mental stress, ridicule embarrassment, shame indecent exposure or humiliation and that is likely to adversely affect the mental health or dignity of the student.

5. Any activity that induces causes or requires the student to perform a duty or a task that involves a violation of district policy, school rules, state or federal laws.

A student is in violation of this hazing policy if he/she takes part in any of these actions: Engaging in hazing Soliciting, encouraging, directing, aiding or attempting to aid another in hazing Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly permitting hazing to occur Having first-hand knowledge of the planning of a specific hazing incident involving a student or first-hand

knowledge that a specific hazing incident has occurred and failing to report it promptly in writing to the school administration.

No student may consent or agree to be a target of hazing.

Honor SystemIt is expected that all students perform their responsibilities in an honorable fashion. Plagiarism, cheating, or receiving unauthorized assistance on schoolwork will result in a zero for that assignment with administrative notification and parent/guardian contact. Subsequent offenses may result in additional disciplinary action that may include term failure.

InsubordinationStudents are expected to follow reasonable requests. If a student refuses to follow a reasonable request the student may face disciplinary action up to and including suspension from school.

Legal InfractionsLegal infractions will result in an out-of-school suspension, possible expulsion and the notification of law enforcement agencies. Examples of legal infractions include but are not limited to:

1. Distribution or possession of tobacco, drugs, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or look-alikes.2. Setting false alarms3. Vandalism (School and Personal property included)4. Theft5. Fighting6. Insubordination7. Possession or ignition of fireworks or explosive devices8. Arson9. Possession of a dangerous weapon or firearm10. Failure to leave, or stay off, school grounds or school sponsored activities during a suspension

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LanguageStudents are expected to use appropriate, formal language at all times. In order to get along with others, we will not offend those around us by using offensive words or phrases, such as swears. Swearing includes, but is not limited to, words or phrases that give a movie a "PG-13" or "R" rating, such as references to private body parts or acts, especially sexual parts or acts. Teachers may also consider the following as swearing: words or phrases that substitute for swears and/ or words or phrases that would offend religious sensibilities. Students who swear at staff will be suspended. Students who repeatedly swear in the presence of staff may also be suspended.

Plagiarism“Plagiarism – Act or instance of taking and passing off as one’s own someone else’s work or ideas.” The Macmillan Dictionary, New York, 1986.

Nute High School and Nute Middle School take pride in the creative work of its students. Students claiming as his/her own another’s work or idea is considered a serious breach of ethics and will result in a zero grade for the work at hand. Additional disciplinary measures could be taken, including detention, suspension, or permanent ejection from class. Students are guilty of plagiarism when they copy another's work directly, copy another's work, substituting individual words with synonyms, or even copy an idea without giving the original author credit.

"If the information, idea, or statement is not common knowledge, and it came from an outside source, then you must credit that source. Failure to do so constitutes plagiarism" (Writing Research, 40).

Public Displays of AffectionStudents are expected to behave as responsible people regarding physical contact. The school is a public establishment and a formal place of business. Displays of affection between students are inappropriate in such an environment. Kissing, snuggling, and caressing are examples of behaviors that are unacceptable in school or at any school-related function whether on or off campus.

All members of Nute High School and Nute Middle School have the right to be at school without having to feel embarrassed by seeing intimate contact. Public displays of affection may result in parent notification and/or disciplinary consequences.

Sexual HarassmentIt is the policy of the Milton School District to provide an educational environment in which all members of the academic community may work and learn in an atmosphere of respect for the dignity and worth of all of its members. Such an environment is one that is free of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is not only illegal but also unacceptable and impermissible conduct that will not be tolerated.

All members of the Milton School District are expected to contribute to an atmosphere free of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment of any student or employee by any other student or employee is a violation of this policy.

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination. It occurs in a variety of situations that share a common element: the inappropriate introduction of sexual actions or comments into the work place or learning environment. Often, sexual harassment involves relationships of unequal power, and contains elements of coercion when compliance with requests for sexual favors becomes a criterion for granting work, study, or grading benefits. However, sexual harassment may involve relationships among equals as when repeated sexual advances or demeaning verbal behavior create a harmful effect on an individual’s ability to function in the educational environment.

Examples of conduct that may constitute sexual harassment are:1. Verbal harassment or abuse2. Subtle pressure for sexual activity3. Sexist or sexual remarks about an individual’s clothing, body, or sexual activity4. Unnecessary touching, patting, or pinching5. Leering or ogling of a person’s body6. Constant brushing against an individual’s body7. Demanding sexual favors accompanied by implied or overt threats about one’s job, grades, letters of

recommendation, etc.8. Physical assault

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Individuals shall not be reprimanded or discriminated against in any way for initiating an inquiry or complaint. The rights of an individual against whom a complaint is brought will also be protected throughout the grievance process.

Procedures for prompt corrective action through mediation and persuasion and, when necessary, through discipline consistent with due process are contained within the School Administrative Unit Policy and Procedures to Assure Non-Discrimination Practices Manual maintained at each school office and at SAU #64.

Such procedures are considered to be an essential part of the district effort to eliminate sexual harassment within the Milton educational community. (School Board Policy JBAA)

Student ValuablesUnder no circumstances is the school responsible for valuables lost or stolen. Students should not bring valuables or large amounts of money to school due to the possibility that they may be lost or stolen. The school recognizes that some parents require students to bring cell phones to school, but the school is not responsible for any lost or stolen valuables. Students should not bring portable radios or TV’s, electronic games, tape players, CD’s, MP3 players, ipods, or other music players or electronic devices to school and they cannot be used in the common areas of the school and may only be used in classrooms when the teacher gives explicit permission to do so. These items are subject to confiscation for possession and/or inappropriate use and may be returned at the discretion of the administration to a parent or guardian.

School PropertyThe school may recommend that legal charges be brought against any student who, in any manner, advocates, teaches, incites purposely aids, abets, encourages, or advises the unlawful damage, destruction, or theft of school property. When a student willfully or maliciously causes damage to school property or another students’ property, including textbooks, the school may take appropriate action to collect the amount of the damages from the student or either of his/her parents/guardians, as appropriate. Suspension and/or expulsion may also be a consequence.

Tobacco UseThe possession or use of tobacco products on school property is prohibited. The building and grounds have been designated as non-smoking pursuant to RSA 155:66. All tobacco products and related paraphernalia will be confiscated. The following guidelines will be used:1. First Offense-One day out-of-school suspension 2. Second Offense-Two day out-of-school suspension3. Third Offense-Five day out-of-school suspension

Violence, Intimidation, HarassmentThe Nute Middle/High School and Library will not tolerate acts of violence, intimidation, or harassment. It is essential for all students who attend this school or anyone employed by this school to feel safe and secure. If the school determines that any individual has communicated a threat, has intimidated, or in any way caused emotional or physical harm to anyone, that individual may be subject to immediate suspension and/or expulsion. False reports of violence, intimidation or harassment will be considered as harassment and, therefore, will be subject to the consequences of harassment. Additionally, depending upon the severity, offenders may be referred to law enforcement agencies for further action.

Aggrieved students may file harassment complaints by speaking to a trusted adult in the building and/or completing a Reporting Form available in the guidance, nurse, or school offices as well as through a faculty member.

Other Forms of Unlawful HarassmentWhile it is not always easy to identify precisely what conduct is unlawful, prohibited conduct certainly includes insults, comments about physical characteristics, unkind jokes, teasing, and/or other similar verbal of physical conduct concerning someone’s sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, age, mental or physical disability, or any other personal characteristic protected under the law.

Any student with questions or concerns about any type of harassment in school is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of the school administration. It is encouraged, but not required, that reports and complaints be submitted in writing. In accordance with the law, the Milton School District will take action if it learns of any actions it considers in its discretion to be necessary and appropriate to address violations of this policy. Discipline may include, but is not necessarily limited to, verbal or written warning, suspension or termination of employment. (Milton School Board Policy JBAA-2, and JBAA-1, Unlawful Harassment) Students who falsely accuse others of harassment are guilty of harassment themselves.

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WeaponsIn order to insure a safe environment for everyone, all persons are prohibited from bringing any weapon, whether concealed or visible, into any school building, onto school property, school busses, or to any school sponsored event, regardless of its location.

For the purpose of this policy, the term, weapon, shall be defined as the following:1. A firearm, as defined in Section 921 of Title XVII of the United States Code.2. Any device, object, or artifact that has been determined by the Superintendent of Schools to be dangerous to

any student or staff member and also which has been determined to have no legitimate purpose in the school. Examples of such articles include but are not limited to: brass knuckles, switchblade or butterfly knives, chains, clubs, and martial arts material intended to cause harm.

3. The use of any object as a weapon, or its facsimile, although not necessarily designed to be a weapon, to inflict harm, to intimidate, to coerce, or to harass.

Any device, object, or artifact that fits the descriptions listed above which are brought to school for an educational purpose must be previously approved, in writing, by the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

Any violation of this policy will result in an immediate report to the principal who shall notify the local law enforcement agency.

A violation of this policy by a student will result in confiscation of the weapon and an immediate suspension from school for up to twenty days pending a School Board hearing.

Students knowingly possessing a firearm in the school or on school property as defined in this policy without written authorization from the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee shall be expelled from school in accordance with RSA 193:13

Any expulsion is subject to review, if requested, prior to the start of each school year. Any parent or guardian has the right to appeal any such expulsion to the State Board of Education.

The Superintendent has the discretion to modify the expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis.

On-duty law enforcement personnel are exempt from the provisions of this policy. (School Board Policy JFCI)

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Acceptable Use of Technology – Nute High School & Nute Middle School

The Milton School District is pleased to be able to provide students and faculty with access to email and the internet. In addition to supporting education and research related to their classes, this resource will help prepare students for success in life and work. They will learn what actions are appropriate on the school district’s limited-purpose network as compared to what actions might be appropriate through a general personal account at home. The use of the internet is a privilege not a right. In appropriate use will result in cancellation of that privilege. This document outlines the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), which will govern all use of the Milton School District’s technology systems.

Educational Purpose1. The term “educational purpose” includes classroom activities and career development.2. Milton School District’s internet connection has not been established as a public access service or a public

forum. The district has the right to place restrictions on materials accessed or posted through the system. Users are expected to follow the district’s rules and applicable state and federal laws pertaining to the use of the internet.

3. Users may not use internet access for commercial purposes, defined as offering or providing goods or services or purchasing goods or services for personal use.

4. Users may not use internet access for political lobbying but may use the system to communicate with elected representatives and to express opinions on political issues.

Student Internet Access1. Students may have access to internet World Wide Web information resources through their classroom,

library, and computer labs. However, such access is limited as set forth in Section K.2. Students may have email access under their teachers’ direct supervision. Students may be provided with

individual email accounts under special circumstances, at the request and approval of the involved teacher, the parents/guardian, and the administration.

3. In order to be granted an individual email account on the Milton School district’s network, a student and his/her parent/guardian must sign an Account Agreement Form. This agreement must be renewed on an annual basis and approval can be withdrawn at any time.

4. Under the direction and upon the recommendation of a classroom teacher, a student may create a personal web page on the Milton School District’s network. All material placed on the web page must be pre-approved in a manner specified by the school. Material placed on the web page must relate to school and career preparation activities.

User Responsibilities and Guidelines1. All use of the internet must be in support of education and research and be consistent with the mission of

the Milton School District.2. Use of an account through the Milton School District’s network requires all users to abide by accepted rules

of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited, being polite, using appropriate language, respecting privacy, and respecting the access rights of others.

Personal Safety1. Students will agree not to meet with anyone contacted or communicated with online.2. Users will not post personal contact information about themselves or other peoples. Personal contact

information includes address, telephone, school address, work address, etc.3. Users will promptly disclose to a teacher, supervisor, or systems administrator any message received that is

inappropriate or that feels uncomfortable.

Illegal Activities1. Users will not attempt to gain unauthorized access to Milton School District’s network, to any other

computer system through the use of the District’s network, or go beyond their own authorized access. This includes attempting to log in through another person’s account or access to another person’s files.

2. Users will not make deliberate attempts to disrupt the computer system or destroy data by spreading computer viruses or by any other means. These actions are illegal.

3. Users will not use the Milton School District’s network to engage in any other illegal act such as arranging for a drug sale, the purchase of alcohol, engaging in criminal gang activity, threatening the safety of others, and other illegal actions.

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System Security1. Users are responsible for their individual account and should take all reasonable precautions to prevent

others from being able to use it. Under no circumstances should a user’s password be shared with another person.

2. Users will immediately notify a teacher, supervisor or the system administrator if they have identified a possible security problem. A user must not go looking for security problems; because this may be construed as an illegal attempt to gain access.

Inappropriate Language1. Restrictions against inappropriate language apply to public messages, private messages, and material

posted on web pages.2. The use of obscene, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, inflammatory, threatening, or disrespectful language is not

allowed.3. Users will not post information that could cause damage or disrupt the integrity of Nute’s systems.4. Users will not engage in personal attacks against others, including prejudicial or discriminatory attacks, or

post false or defamatory information about a person or organization.5. Users will not harass another person. Harassment is acting in a manner that distresses or annoys another

person.

Respect of Privacy1. Users will learn proper codes of conduct in electronic communication. Extreme caution must always be

taken in revealing any information of a personal or confidential nature. Giving out personal or confidential information of a personal or confidential nature. Giving out personal or confidential information about another person, including home address or phone number is strictly prohibited.

2. Users will not re-post a private or personal message that was sent to them without permission of the person who originally sent the message.

Respecting Resource Limits1. Users will use the Milton School District’s systems only for educational and career development activities.2. Users will not send or download large files unless absolutely necessary and then only after securing

permission of the teacher or system administrator. Any download should take place at a time when the system is not being heavily used and the file should be downloaded to the user’s personal computer or removable disk.

3. Users will not use the network in a way that disrupts the use of the network by others. Users must abide by any time limits set by the Milton School District and adhere to disk space allotment set by the system administrator.

4. Users will not post chain letters or engage in “spamming”. Spamming is sending an annoying or unnecessary message to a large number of people.

5. Users will check their email frequently, delete unwanted messages promptly, and stay within the designated email quota.

6. Users will subscribe only to high quality discussion group mail lists that are relevant to education or career development.

Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement1. Users will not plagiarize works found on the internet. Plagiarism is taking the ideas or writings of others

and presenting them as if they were yours.2. Users will respect the rights of copyright owners. Copyright infringement occurs when an individual

inappropriately reproduces a work that is protected by a copyright. If a work contains language that specifies appropriate use of the work, the expressed requirements must be followed. When unsure whether or not a work can be used, the user should request permission from the copyright owner. Copyright law can be very confusing. Any questions should be directed to a teacher, supervisor, or the system administrator.

Inappropriate Access to Material1. Users will not use the Milton School District’s network to access material that is profane or obscene

(pornography), that advocates violence or discrimination towards other people (hate literature).2. If a user mistakenly accesses inappropriate information, a teacher, supervisor, or system administrator

should be notified immediately. This will protect the user against a claim that he/she had intentionally violated this policy.

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Free Speech1. The Milton School District will not restrict an individual’s speech on the basis of a disagreement with the

opinions being expressed as long as they adhere to the conditions in the policy.

No Privacy1. Users should not expect any privacy with respect to the contents of their personal files on the Milton

School District’s systems. Users should be aware that even when data, a message, or document has been erased or deleted, it may still be possible to retrieve it. Therefore, even erasure or deletion does not render the information, data, message, or other information private.

2. The Milton School District reserves the right to access, audit, read, review, monitor, use, and disclose any and all information on its systems, whether password protected or not, at any time, for any reason, without notice or any other restrictions.

Due Process1. The Milton School District will cooperate fully with local, state, or federal officials in any investigation

related to any illegal activities conducted through its network.2. In the event there is a claim that a user has violated this policy, written notice will be provided regarding

the suspected violation and an opportunity will be given for the user to present an explanation before a neutral administrator.

3. If the violation also involves an infraction of other Milton School District policies, it will be handled in a manner described in the employee and/or program policy manuals. Additional restrictions may be placed on the user’s internet account.

Limitation of LiabilityThe Milton School District: Makes no guarantee that the functions or the services provided by or through the district’s network will be

error-free or without defect. Will not be responsible for any damage suffered, including but not limited to, loss of data or interruptions

of service. Is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of the information obtained through or stored on the system. Will not be responsible for financial obligations arising through the unauthorized use of the system.

ConsequencesAutomatic notification will be made to the parent/guardian of any student committing an infraction. Depending upon the severity of the infraction, any of the following consequences may be imposed: Appropriate legal action will be taken A conference with parent/guardian will be held Individual access privileges will be revoked Loss of network use for a determined period of time will be invoked School disciplinary action will be invoked according to the student handbook and posted rules

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INDEX

Academics 19Homework 19Incomplete Grades 19Midterm Progress Reports 19Summer School 19

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Attendance 20Attendance Policy 20Chronic Absence 20Cutting 20Dismissals 21

Eligibility for Extra-Curricular Activity 21 Leaving School Grounds 21

Notification of Absence 21Tardiness 21Truancy 21Vacations 21

Calendar 8

Contact Information Cover

Discipline 30Alcohol 32Appeals 31Bomb Threats 32Books Owed the School 22Bullying 32Bus Rules 31Cell Phones 32Classroom Rules 31Detentions 30Discipline Appeals 31Disruptive Behavior 33Drugs 32Electronic Devices 33False Public Alarms 32Gangs 33Harassment 35Hazing 33Honor System 33In-School Suspension 30Insubordination 34Intimidation 35Language 34Legal Infractions 34Out of School Suspension 30Plagiarism 34Public Displays of Affection 34Reporting Serious Infractions 31Saturday Detention 30School Property 35Serious Infractions, Reporting 31Sexual Harassment 34Student Discipline 30

Tobacco 35Unlawful Harassment 36Valuables 35Violence 36Weapons 36

Delayed Opening 10

General Procedures 22Accidents 22Advisory 24Alert Now 22Assemblies 22Book Covers 28Change of Address 22Comments 22Complaints 22Conduct at school functions 23Delayed Opening 25Directory Information 23Dress Code 23Emergency Procedures 24Enrollment 24Field Trips 24Fire Drills 24Graduation 24Homework 19Inclement Weather 25Library 25Lockers 25Lunch 25Milton School District Diploma 26Medications 26Nurse 26Paper 28Passes 27Physical Education 27Posters 27Questions 22Reading, Summer 28Residency 24

Right to Know 26Section 504 27Senior Privilege 14Signatures 27Special Services 27Sports 27Staff/Student Relations 28Student Release 24Summer Reading 28

Teacher Qualifications 28Telephone Usage 28Textbooks 28Title IX 29Visitors 29Writing Implements 28

Goals 5

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High School 11Class Schedule 10Academic Course Selection 11Career & Tech Ed 11Competency Based Assessments 11Correspondence Courses 12Credit Recovery 12Extended Learning Opportunities 11Early Graduation 12Grading System 12Graduation Credits 13Homework 13Honor Roll 13Independent Study 13Non-Traditional Credits 13Parking 13Post Secondary Education plan 14Requirement for Promotion 13Schedule Changes 14Senior Privilege 14Senior Exemptions from Final Exams 14Testing Out 14Virtual High School (VHS) 14

Important Dates 9

Middle School 16Academic Performance 16Agenda Books 16Class Schedule 10Eighth Grade Promotion 16Grade Calculations 16Grading System 16Homework 16Honor Roll 16(PBIS)Positive Behaviors, Interventions, & Supports 17RAMS Rules 18Retention 16Water in Classrooms 16

Personnel 6

Philosophy 5

School Calendar 8

School Goals 5

Staff 7

Table of Contents 4

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