Student/Parent Handbook - Braintree Public Schools

Dear Student and Parent:
Headmaster’s Message
July 2006
On behalf of the faculty and administrators of Braintree High School, I welcome
you to BHS, “where quality education and school pride are always present”.
Whether you are a member of the senior class preparing to meet the
challenges of graduation and further education or whether you are entering
BHS as a freshman, full of questions and excitement, we encourage all of our
students to embrace our school’s mission of PRIDE.
This handbook explains the various policies, procedures and programs that are
the essence of our school. Students and parents should review the handbook
together and utilize it as a guide over the course of the school year. I also
direct your attention to the Philosophy and Mission Statement contained in this
handbook.
The table of contents outlines the important components of our school such as
Academic Information, Policies and Procedures, and Activities and Events.
The information pertaining to these and other concepts clarifies the
expectations for student achievement and your own personal success while a
student at BHS. When you review our PRIDE acronym, you will see that these
key elements of our school, such as Partnership, Respect and Responsibility,
and Involvement are common themes in the handbook. Lastly, Braintree High
School has a long standing tradition of Educational Excellence and our faculty
takes great pride in establishing an enriched educational climate for our
students.
The partnership among members of our school community is the foundation of
our school’s success. This involves parents, community members, students
and faculty and staff working together to enhance the educational experience of
our students. Whether that be achieving Honor Roll status, selection to an
Honor Society or participation in a club or athletic team, this partnership
supports the goals, talents and interests of “our” students. Our administrators,
counselors, coaches, advisors, and teachers encourage you to be involved in
activities that will enrich your high school experience. Meeting new friends,
expressing and showcasing your talents and interests and participating in a
club, sport or activity, will make your “BHS Experience” unforgettable. Review
the Activities and Events section in the handbook.
To our students, the BHS community has high expectations for you and we
wish you a safe, prosperous and exciting school year. Be focused and do your
very best in all your endeavors.
To parents, I encourage you to become involved in your child’s high school
experience. There are many programs such as Freshman Orientation, College
Planning, Financial Aid and Pre-Prom meetings that provide parents with
guidelines and information that will assist you and your son/daughter. School
Council, PTO, Project Graduation and other committees solicit your
participation and encourage your input and energy in improving the “BHS
Experience” for all of us. We are here to serve you as well as your children.
Sincerely,
David M. Swanton
Headmaster
The information contained in this handbook has been approved by the Braintree School
Committee, and a copy is on file with the State Department of Education. Because this
handbook details the rights and responsibilities of each student and outlines the
discipline code and the consequences for various infractions of Braintree High School
rules, it is important that each student and his/her parent read this document thoroughly.