STUDENT HANDBOOK - Homewood City Schools

STUDENT
HANDBOOK
Homewood High School
Policies and Procedures
2013-2014

Homewood High School Alma Mater
Raising our song in youthful chorus,
Binding our hearts as one
Our dear alma mater,
Homewood,
Faithful we thy sons.
May our dearest mem’ries lend us,
Blessed thoughts of thee.
Let our lives reflect thy spirit,
Honor and Loyalty.
Homewood High School Mission Statement
The mission of Homewood High School is to educate and empower
every student to reach his or her unique potential.
Homewood High School
1901 S. Lakeshore Drive
Homewood, AL 35209
Telephone: 205-871-9663
Fax: 205-879-0879
www.homewood.k12.al.us/hhs
Homewood High School Administrators
Dr. Zachary Barnes, Principal
Mr. Eddie Cunningham, Assistant Principal
Dr. Joel Henneke, Assistant Principal
Mr. Latta Johnston, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Amanda Esslinger, Assistant Principal
Mr. Matt Kiser, Assistant Principal
Dr. Tony Lott, Assistant Principal

HHS Faculty Directory
Guidance
Kenya Bledsoe*
Delisa Brooks
Alison Hill
Elaine Haskins
Whitney Voltz
Media Center
Jana Watts
English &
Language Arts
Virginia Beale
Keith Brown
Michelle Cooley
Melissa Dameron-Vines
Linda Delahay
Angela Gant
Anne Kreider
Amy Marchino
Stephen McClurg
Karlin Morris
Robert Perkins
Catherine Smith
Kathy Smith*
Lisa Thomas
Math
Justin Cannady
Lauren Dark
Holly Drake
Stacee Fairley
Donna Goodwin
Kim Gossett*
Mark Hellmers
Tim Hurry
Kimberly Jones
Jennifer Miller
Lars Porter
Melinda Rouleau
Tim Shepler
Maggie Stoffregen
Bridges Swift
Lana Wakefield
Catherine Warren
* Department Head
Science
Joshua Donaldson
Lynn Hardin
Terry Kimbrell
Melonie McBrayer
Mindy McBride
Matt McCollum
Emily Menard
Elizabeth Metge
Tiffany Pappas
Kelly Reaves*
Kelly Roth
Deanna Swope
Jami Wilson
Social Studies
Rick Baguley
Nathan Carlson
Mike Clements
Brendan Dow
Carter Doyle
Thomas Esslinger
Darren Holbrooks
Ivory Leonard
Mindy McBride
Sean McBride
Christie Morman
Carolyn Rayford
Rhonda Rush*
Chet Walker
Megan Williams
Academic Support/ESL
Shannon Jessen Dodd
Cheryl Donaldson
Kristi Dutton*
Allison Bruce, Coordinator
Jenny Harvey
Gilan Jones
Megan Laney
Keat Litton
Rebecca Paden
Rebecca Singleton Phillips
Brantley Sims
Bobby Statum
General Electives
Rebecca Shields
For a complete listing of email addresses for faculty, staff
and administrators, visit the homepage of our school’s
website.
World Language
Robyn Brown
Melissa Dameron-Vines
Julian Kersh
Michelle Myers
Marta Parker*
Janira Santiago
Douglas Welle
Physical Ed/
Health/
Dr. Ed/JROTC
Ben Berguson
Doug Gann
Doug Goodwin
Dustin Goodwin
Freddy Lawrence
Eugene Newbold
Greg Pendley
Nivada Spurlock*
Kevin Tubbs (Athletic Dir.)
JoVanka Ward
Fine Arts
Jennifer Ayers
Terrence Cobb
Darren Holbrooks
Christie Johnson
Jason Kennah
Carolyn McDonald
Ron Pence*
Scott Thorne
Career Tech
Lori Beasley
Dani Kennedy Felty*
Megan Malone
Vincent Simmons
Allen Williams
Academic/Behavioral
Intervention
Eddie Crocker – ISS
Dr. Joel Henneke,
Pathways Coordinator
Elaine Snow*
Technology
Teri Varnado, Tech
Specialist*

Message from the Principal
Welcome back to Homewood High School! The beginning of
the school year provides excitement, anticipation, and a little
bit of healthy nervousness for students, parents, and teachers.
We are elated to have the opportunity to provide you with a
“world class” education at Homewood High School. The rich
tradition of this great school will be continued with the
accomplishments of the graduating class of 2014 and their
positive contribution to the community of Homewood and
beyond.
In an effort to provide students with accurate, up-to-date
information, the student handbook will be placed in each
student’s hands. The administrative team strongly encourages
you to peruse this document and to become familiar with the
day-to-day protocols, procedures, and general expectations of
the student body at Homewood.
We wish each of you success in your individual endeavors as
you work to accomplish your personal and academic goals this
year. Please know in advance, we will be beside you every
step of the way.
Have a great school year!
Sincerely,
Zachary L. Barnes, Ph.D.

Table of Contents
Bell Schedules
Regular ..................................................................................................... 6
Afternoon Activity ................................................................................... 7
School District Calendar....................................................................................... 8
Grade Report Periods and Dates ........................................................................... 9
System Testing Schedule ...................................................................................... 10
Diploma Requirements
Advanced Academic Diploma ................................................................. 12
Regular Diploma ...................................................................................... 13
School Procedures ................................................................................................ 14
Attendance Policy................................................................................................. 16
Check-in/Check-out Policy ...................................................................... 17
Tardy Policy ............................................................................................. 18
Pre-arranged Absences ............................................................................. 19
Requesting Assignments for Short-Term Absences ................................. 20
Medication Policy .................................................................................... 20
Exemption Policy ................................................................................................. 21
Detention Procedures ........................................................................................... 22
Saturday School Procedures ................................................................................. 23
Intensive School Supervision Guidelines (ISS) Procedures ................................. 24
Locker Guidelines ................................................................................................ 25
Parking Guidelines ............................................................................................... 26
Cell Phone/Electronics Policy .............................................................................. 27
Honor Code .......................................................................................................... 28
After School Academic Booster (ASAB) Program .............................................. 30
Nutrition ............................................................................................................... 32
Lunch Study ......................................................................................................... 33
Clubs and Organizations....................................................................................... 35
PTO Officers and Meeting Dates ......................................................................... 38
Child Find for Programs for Exceptional Children ............................................... 40

Regular Bell Schedule
2013-2014
***Breakfast served daily 7:15 a.m. – 7:40 a.m. ***
First Bell
Tardy Bell
7:45 A.M.
7:50 A.M.
10 th – 12 th Grade 9 th Grade
Begin 1 st Period 7:50 A.M.
Begin 1 st Period 7:50 A.M.
End 1 st Period 8:40 A.M. End 1 st Period 8:40 A.M.
Begin 2 nd Period 8:45 A.M.
Begin 2 nd Period 8:45 A.M.
End 2 nd Period 9:35 A.M. End 2 nd Period 9:50 A.M.
Begin 3 rd Period 9:40 A.M.
Begin 3 rd Period 9:55 A.M.
End 3 rd Period 10:30 A.M. End 3 rd Period 11:00 A.M.
Begin 4 th Period 10:35 A.M.
End 4 th Period 11:25 A.M.
Begin 5 th Period 11:30 A.M.
LUNCH
C Lunch – 11:55 A.M. – 12:20 P.M.
D Lunch – 12:20 P.M. – 12:45 P.M.
E Lunch – 12:45 P.M. – 1:10 P.M.
LUNCH
A Lunch 11:00 A.M. – 11:25 A.M.
B Lunch 11:25 A.M. – 11:50 A.M.
ADVISORY during A or B Lunch
Begin 4 th /5 th Period 11:50 A.M.
End 5 th Period 1:10 P.M. End 4 th /5 th Period 12:55 P.M.
Begin 6 th Period 1:15 P.M.
Begin 6 th Period 1:00 P.M.
End 6 th Period 2:05 P.M. End 6 th Period 2:05 P.M.
Begin 7 th Period 2:10 P.M.
Begin 7 th Period 2:10 P.M.
End 7 th Period 3:00 P.M. End 7 th Period 3:00 P.M.
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PM Activity Bell Schedule
2013-2014
***Breakfast served daily 7:15 a.m. – 7:40 a.m. ***
First Bell
Tardy Bell
7:45 A.M.
7:50 A.M.
10 th – 12 th Grade 9 th Grade
Begin 1 st Period 7:50 A.M.
Begin 1 st Period 7:50 A.M.
End 1 st Period 8:33 A.M. End 1 st Period 8:33 A.M.
Begin 2 nd Period 8:38 A.M.
Begin 2 nd Period 8:38 A.M.
End 2 nd Period 9:21 A.M. End 2 nd Period 9:37 A.M.
Begin 3 rd Period 9:26 A.M.
Begin 3 rd Period 9:42 A.M.
End 3 rd Period 10:09 A.M. End 3 rd Period 10:41 A.M.
Begin 4 th Period 10:14 A.M.
End 4 th Period 10:57 A.M.
Begin 5 th Period 11:02 A.M.
LUNCH
C Lunch – 11:27 A.M. – 11:52 P.M.
D Lunch – 11:52 P.M. – 12:17 P.M.
E Lunch – 12:17 P.M. – 12:42 P.M.
LUNCH
A Lunch 10:41 A.M. – 11:05 A.M.
B Lunch 11:03 A.M. – 11:24 A.M.
ADVISORY during A or B Lunch
Begin 4 th Period 11:24 A.M.
End 5 th Period 12:42 P.M. End 4 th /5 th Period 12:26 P.M.
Begin 6 th Period 12:47 P.M.
Begin 6 th Period 12:31 P.M.
End 6 th Period 1:30 P.M. End 6 th Period 1:30 P.M.
Begin 7 th Period 1:35 P.M.
Begin 7 th Period 1:35 P.M.
End 7 th Period 2:18 P.M. End 7 th Period 2:18 P.M.
Pep Rally 2:20 – 3:00
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Homewood City Schools
School District Calendar
2013-2014
2013
Aug 7 - 16 Teacher Work Day & P.D. Wed-Fri
Aug. 15 Teacher Institute Thursday
Aug 19 First Day for Students Monday
Sept 2 Labor Day/Schools Closed Monday
Oct. 18 Parent Teacher Conference Day Friday
Nov 11 Veterans’ Day/Schools Closed Monday
Nov 27, 28, 29 Thanksgiving Holidays/Schools Closed Wed-Fri
Dec 20 First Semester Ends- early dismissal Friday
Dec 23-Jan 1 Winter Holidays/Schools Closed
2014
Jan 2 - 3 Professional Development Thurs-Fri
Jan 6 Schools reopen after holidays Monday
Jan. 20 Martin Luther King Holiday/Schools Closed Monday
Mar 24-28 Spring Holidays/Schools Closed Mon-Fri
May 18 Baccalaureate Sunday
May 19 Graduation Monday
May 22 Last Day for Students- early dismissal Thursday
May 23 Last Day for Teachers Friday
Note: Make-up day for school closings due to inclement weather may be 4/19.
189 Teacher Days
First Semester - 84 days
Second Semester - 93 days
Total Student Days 177 days
APPROVED
Homewood Board of Education
March 26, 2013
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Homewood City Schools
Grade Report Periods
2013-2014
Grading
Period Begin End
Report Card
Date
1 Mon., Aug. 19 Fri., Oct. 11 Thurs., Oct. 17
2 Mon., Oct. 14 Fri., Dec. 20 Thurs., Jan. 9
3 Thurs., Jan. 6 Fri., Mar. 7 Thurs., Mar. 13
4 Mon., Mar. 10 Thurs., May 22 Thurs., May 22
Homewood High School
Grade Report Dates
2013-2014
1 ST - 9 WEEKS 3 RD - 9 WEEKS
Monday, September 16* Monday, February 3*
Thursday, October 17 Thursday, March 13
2 ND – 9 WEEKS 4 TH – 9 WEEKS
Wednesday, November 13* Monday, April 21*
Thursday, January 9 Thursday, May 22
* Interim Grade Report
We encourage parents to check their student’s grades and attendance regularly using iNOW
Home Portal. Please contact the registrar in the Guidance Department if you need assistance
accessing iNOW Home Portal.
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System Testing Schedule
Advanced Placement Testing
All advance placement tests are given in the a.m. unless otherwise noted for a p.m.
session.
• Chemistry & Env. Science ………Psychology (pm)…….. ........ Monday .......May 5
• Spanish Language ............................................................. ........ Tuesday .......May 6
• Calculus AB and BC ......................................................... ........ Wednesday ..May 7
• English Literature ...... ......................... ... ... ..................... ........ Thursday .....May 8
• English Language & AP Studio Art & 2-D Design & Drawing….Statistics (pm) .... Friday ..... ......... May 9
• Biology .......Physics B, Physics C: Mechanics and E & M (pm)...Monday .......May 12
• US Government….........French (pm) ................................. ........ Tuesday .......May 13
• US History……………..European History (pm)……………….Wednesday. May 14
• Macroeconomics ............................................................... ........ Thursday….May 15
Alabama High School Graduation Exam (AHSGE)
All students who entered the 9 th grade during the 2010-2011 school year
(mostly seniors), must pass each of these subject area tests and complete
24 or 25 Carnegie units to receive a standard or advanced diploma from
Homewood High School. Students must pass all required sections of the
AHSGE to receive a credit-based high school diploma.
The scheduled days for the fall 2013 administration are September 16 – 20, 2013.
The scheduled days for the midyear 2013 administration are December 2 – 6, 2013.
The scheduled days for the spring 2014 administration are March 17 – 21, 2013.
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System Testing Schedule
PLAN Test
The PLAN is a test designed for sophomores only. It is a “pre-ACT” and
can provide students and parents with valuable information which may
help in the course selection progress for junior and senior years, while
also providing a predicted score range for the ACT. The test consists of
four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science reasoning. It is
recommended that most students wait until their junior year to take the
actual ACT in order to be better prepared for the material, which is
covered on the test.
The PLAN scheduled test date is Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at
8:00 a.m.
PSAT/NMSQT Test
The PSAT/NMSQT, taken in the junior year, is the National Merit
Scholarship Qualifying Test. Scores on the junior-year PSAT are used to
determine National Merit Semi-Finalists (generally, the 98-99 percentile
range). Semi-Finalists then complete an application process to try to
become Finalists. National Merit Finalists typically receive scholarship
offers from many colleges. The test consists of three sections: critical
reading, mathematics, and writing skills. Most students consider the
PSAT to be a very difficult test, and the scores are often lower than
expected. However, this score is on one test on one day and should not
be devastating to the student or parent if the score is not as high as
expected or typical for that student. All freshman, sophomores, and
juniors will be given the PSAT.
The PSAT scheduled test date is Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at 8:00
a.m. for Grades 9-11.
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Diploma Requirements
Homewood High School Diploma with Advanced Academic Endorsement
For students entering high school between 2009-2010 and 2012-2013, the default endorsement
plan for all incoming freshmen is a four-year plan that leads to the Alabama Advanced
Academic Endorsement based on the First Choice Initiative. Parents and students who have
reached the age of consent, in consultation with school officials, may opt out of this default
endorsement path by providing written notification to the student’s counselor of their selection of an
alternative endorsement path or their intention to follow the requirements for a regular Alabama
High School Diploma or Alabama Occupational Diploma with no endorsements.
English ............................................................... 4 credits
Mathematics ....................................................... 4 credits
To include the equivalent of the following:
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II with Trigonometry
Science* .......................................................... 4 credits
To include the following:
Biology
A Physical Science (Physical Science, Physics, or
Chemistry)
Social Studies .................................................. 4 credits
To include the following:
World History
Early U.S. History
Modern U.S. History
Government/Economics
Computer Applications ** ................................ 1/2 credit
Health Education ............................................. 1/2 credit
Lifelong Individualized Fitness Education (LIFE) . 1 credit
Fine Arts .......................................................... 1/2 credit
World Language *** ........................................ 2 credits
Electives .......................................................... 4 1/2 credits
Total Requirements for Advanced Diploma .. .... 25 credits
* JROTC Aerospace Science II or III can count as either an elective or a science credit. Students may earn
only one science credit of the required four credits using JROTC as a substitute.
** Computer Applications may be waived if computer literacy, keyboarding skills, and introductory
applications are verified. If proficiency is demonstrated through the waiver test, it will be noted on the
transcript. However, the half credit will not be awarded.
*** Two years in the same world language are required. A world language taken in the eighth grade does not
meet the requirements or the required units toward graduation.
Note: The Advanced Diploma will be awarded to those students earning the minimum course
requirements as well as passing all sections of the AHSGE. Furthermore,
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Diploma Requirements
Regular Diploma
English ................................................................ 4 credits
Mathematics ........................................................ 4 credits
To include the equivalent of the following:
Algebra I
Geometry
Science* .............................................................. 4 credits
To include the following
Biology ...................................................... ...
A Physical Science (Physical Science, Physics or Chemistry)
Social Studies ...................................................... 4 credits
To include the following:
World History
Early U.S. History
Modern U.S. History
Government/Economics
Computer Applications** .................................. 1/2 credit
Health Education ............................................. 1/2 credit
Lifelong Individual Fitness Education (LIFE) .. 1 credit
Fine Arts .............................................................. 1/2 credit
Electives ............................................................. 5 ½ credits
Total Required Units for Regular Diploma .... 24 Credits
* JROTC Aerospace Science II or III can count as either an elective or a science credit. Students may earn
only one science credit of the required four credits using JROTC as a substitute.
** Computer Applications may be waived if computer literacy, keyboarding skills, and introductory
applications are verified. If proficiency is demonstrated through the waiver test, it will be noted on the
transcript. However, the half credit will not be awarded.
Note: The Regular Diploma will be awarded to those students earning the minimum course
requirements as well as passing all sections of the AHSGE. Furthermore, the degree of academic
achievement will be noted on the diploma of those students demonstrating excellence.
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School Procedures
ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL
The building will be open to students at 7:15 a.m. There is no
supervision for students prior to 7:15 a.m. When students arrive to the
campus, they are to enter the building immediately and report directly
to the assigned area for their grade level. Student drivers are not
allowed to remain in their vehicle or congregate in the parking lot.
Food brought to school from outside must be consumed prior to
entering school. You will be asked to discard items brought into the
building. Students must remain in the building once they enter. The
assigned locations are as follows:
Freshmen– Competition Gym
Sophomores – Science Pod
Juniors – Auditorium Foyer
Seniors – English Pod
At the sound of the 3:00 p.m. bell, students are dismissed from
school. Student drivers who will not be remaining for extracurricular
activities should exit the campus upon entering their vehicles.
VALUABLES
Students are cautioned not to bring large amounts of money or
valuables with them to school. It is highly encouraged that students
leave purses, wallets, cell phones, etc. in secure places, such as the
individual’s personal locker. The school is not responsible for lost or
stolen items; not all areas are monitored by video surveillance.
SELLING OF ITEMS
Students may not sell any items at school unless the sale is authorized
by school officials.
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School Procedures
VISITOR POLICY
ALL visitors to HHS must report to the Main Lobby upon entering
the building. Visitors will be required to sign-in and obtain a visitor’s
badge. Visitors who do not comply with this policy could be
considered intruders. All pep rally guests are encouraged to use the
gym entrance. Visitors are not allowed in the cafeteria during lunch as
part of the school safety plan.
HALL PASSES
Students are expected to be in class for the entire duration of the class
period to receive instruction. In the event of an urgent situation, the
student must have a pass signed by a teacher to be in the hall during
the class period.
TELEPHONE USE AND TELEPHONE MESSAGES
Students may use the school telephone for urgent matters. When a
student does not have a valid pass from a teacher, he/she will not be
permitted to use the telephone. Should a student receive a telephone
message during class and the message is of a non-emergency nature,
the message will be delivered at a later time. Office personnel will use
their discretion in determining whether a message should be sent
immediately or held until a later time in the day.
FOOD AND DRINKS
Food from outside vendors is not allowed in the building. Food
should not be taken out of the cafeteria during lunch with the
exception of seniors eating outside by the flagpole area.
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Attendance Policy
Students are expected to maintain regular attendance at Homewood High
School. Please refer to the Code of Conduct for the Student Attendance
Policy. A brief summary of the attendance policy follows:
Excused absences are defined as one of the following:
1. Illness
2. Death in the immediate family
3. Inclement Weather which would be dangerous to the life of the
child
4. Legal quarantine
5. Emergency conditions as determined by the principal
6. Prior permission of the principal upon request of the parent or
legal guardian
For an absence to be excused, the parent/guardian must explain in
writing the cause of the absence no later than days following the return
to school. A note from the parent will be accepted for up to five (5) days
of absences per semester to excuse an absence. After which prior
approval by the principal and/or other documentation [such as a
doctor’s note] will need to be presented to excuse the absence failure to
do so will result in an unexcused absence. (No credit will be given and a
zero will be recorded for work missed due to an unexcused absence
including absence due to suspension.) A student will be considered
truant for any unexcused absence.
The procedures for unexcused absences are as follows:
1. Three (3) unexcused absences will result in a letter being sent
to the parent explaining the absence and outlining the process
of future unexcused absences.
2. Five (5) unexcused absences will result in a conference with
the parent/guardian and student. The disciplinary actions will
continue as well.
3. Seven (7) unexcused absences will result in a referral to
Family Court.
*NCA – Any student absent twelve (12) or more days during a semester
shall be subject to loss of credit for the semester’s work.
*Students with 10 consecutive or 15 total unexcused absences will be
subject to withdrawal from school.
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Attendance Policy
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT POLICY
Any student who checks in must present a note within three (3) school days
following the check-in to excuse the tardy. Students must check in through
the office when tardy to school or to any class period. Students who wish to
check out for any reason must do so through the office by having a
parent/guardian sign them out or send a fax giving permission to leave
campus. The person who will be checking the student out must be listed on
the student’s Enrollment Form and must be prepared to present a photo ID to
the Attendance Secretary. Upon return to school, the student must provide
an excuse within three (3) days to excuse the periods missed due to checkout.
For students who check out with a note that has been faxed or emailed
to Nancy High, the email and fax will suffice as the excuse for that day. If
the absence extends beyond this initial check-out date, students are required
to submit their excuse within 3 days upon their return to school. Requests
may be faxed to Nancy High at (205) 874-3790 or email to
nhigh@homewood.k12.al.us. This policy coincides with the attendance
policy allowing 5 days of absences per semester to excuse an absence.
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT PROCEDURES
Check-In:
Students checking in after 9:00 AM must check-in one of the following
ways:
A. With a Doctor’s note
B. Physically signed in by a parent or legal guardian
C Contacted by the attendance clerk or administration to verify the
check-in
D. Fax from the parent allowing check-in
Students who fail to have a valid reason for being late to school will be
placed in ISS for the remainder of the day and receive and unexcused
absence for the periods missed.
Check-Out:
Students who check-out of school must do so in one of the following ways:
A. Letter from a parent or guardian to be verified by administration or
designee
B. A parent or guardian physically signing the student out at school
C. A fax from a parent
D. Email with contact information to verify the check-out by administration
or designee.
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Attendance Policy
TARDY POLICY
Students are expected to be punctual to school and to all classes.
Procedures:
1. Classroom doors will be closed and locked once the tardy bell has
sounded. Students who are tardy will immediately report to Ms. High in
the main office to receive a pass to class.
2. Students will receive consequences for cumulative tardies in increments
of five.
Example:
On Tuesday, Johnny is tardy to first period, third period, fifth period, sixth
period and seventh period. Since tardies are cumulative, Johnny has earned
five tardies. Therefore, he will receive detention as the first consequence.
3. Tardies will start over at the beginning of the second semester (Jan
6 th )
4. Students will lose exemption status in any class where they have
accumulated five tardies. Students will lose exemption status in all
classes if they accumulate five tardies to school.
TARDY CONSEQUENCES:
5 th cumulative tardy – Detention
10 th cumulative tardy – Saturday School
15 th cumulative tardy – ISS, two days
20 th cumulative tardy – ISS, three days (mandatory parent conference)
25 th cumulative tardy –ISS, five days
30 th cumulative tardy – OSS, three days
35 th cumulative tardy – OSS, Alternative School Referral
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Attendance Policy
PRE-ARRANGED ABSENCES
The exemption policy clearly outlines the expectations for attendance. In
addition to the exemption attendance requirements, students are allowed to
pre-arrange up to five absences during the year. However, if approved, the
third, fourth, and fifth absences must be made up in Saturday School.
Pre-arranged absences are defined as one of the following:
1. College visit
2. Death in the immediate family
3. Medical need
Students seeking to pre-arrange an absence so that it is not counted against
their exemption status must meet the following guidelines:
1. A parent note should be submitted to Ms. High five school days prior to
the requested absence.
2. If approved by Dr. Barnes, the student will take the Pre-Arranged
Absence (PA) sheet to each of his/her teachers to be signed.
3. The student will then take the form to grade level administrator to
register for Saturday school (applicable for 3rd, 4th, and 5th requested
absences).
4. After obtaining all required signatures, the student must return the
completed PA sheet to Ms. High.
5. The student should make arrangements with the teacher for assignments
missed due to an approved pre-arranged absence.
6. Failure to follow the above procedures may result in an unexcused
absence.
The student who checks out with note faxed or emailed to Nancy High,
the email and fax will suffice as the excuse for that day. If this absence
extends beyond this initial check-out date, students are required to
submit their excuse within 3 days upon their return to school. You may
fax your request to Nancy High at 205-874-3790 or by email at
nhigh@homeowod.k12.al.us.
*Note: Seniors are able to exempt all exams during the 2nd semester if they
meet the exemption requirements described on the previous page.
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Attendance Policy
REQUESTING ASSIGNMENTS FOR SHORT-TERM ABSENCES
Parents are advised to contact the teachers when students will be
absent for three or more consecutive days to arrange for school work
to be picked up at the front desk. For those who have access to email,
sending an email to the teachers and grade level counselor is
encouraged. Parents and students who do not have internet access
should call the grade level counselor. Once the school has been
notified of a short-term absence, student assignments may be picked
up after 3:00 pm the following school day in the main office.
Medication Policy
Students must have a form signed by their physician and parent
before they will be permitted to keep prescription medication in the
Nurse’s Office. Students should see the school nurse or Guidance
Department to obtain this form.
Students should notify the school nurse when they bring both
prescription and/or non-prescription (over the counter) medication to
the nurse’s office. The medicine should remain in its original
container and be properly labeled with student’s name, doctor, and
dosage to be taken. Any medications left in the nurse’s office will be
disposed of after June 1 st . Medication should not be left at the front
desk.
Students found in possession of drugs of any kind will be subject to
disciplinary action as outlined in the Code of Conduct. The school
can no longer provide over-the-counter medications such as aspirin,
Tylenol, ibuprofen, etc. to students.
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Exemption Policy
Students at Homewood High School are eligible to exempt one* exam per semester if
they meet the following criteria for that class:
1. “A” semester average and no more than 3 excused absences
2. “B” semester average and no more than 2 excused absences
3. “C” semester average and no more than 1 excused absence
4. No more than 4 tardies to school (Note: 5 tardies to school will result in a loss of
exemption for all classes)
5. No more than 4 tardies to Periods 2 – 7 (Note: 5 tardies to these classes will
result in a loss of exemption for these classes)
* Seniors may exempt only one exam first semester and all exams second semester if
they meet the exemption criteria for that semester. The criteria are listed above.
The semester exam grade comprises 20% of the student’s semester average. Students
who are absent from exams will receive an exam grade of zero. Therefore, it is
extremely critical that students be present and on time to take their exams on the
scheduled date and at the scheduled time. All students must follow the school’s
semester exam schedule. Parents and students are strongly advised to avoid making
any plans that will conflict with the semester exam schedule and result in the student
being absent. An absence issue may only be rectified within the grading period it
occurs.
2013-2014 Exam Schedules
First semester:
Grades 9 - 12
Tuesday, December 17
Wednesday, December 18
Thursday, December 19
Friday, December 20
Second semester:
Grade 12
Monday, May 12
Tuesday, May 13
Wednesday, May 14
Grades 9–11
Monday, May 19
Tuesday, May 20
Wednesday, May 21
Thursday, May 22
1 st and 3 rd Periods
2 nd and 4 th Periods
5 th (4 th /5 th ) and 7 th Periods
6 th Period
English and Math
Social Studies and Science
Electives
6 th and 7 th Periods
4 th and 5 th (4 th /5 th ) Periods
3 rd and 1 st Periods
2 nd Period
A detailed schedule for each day will be given to students at a later time.
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Detention Procedures
Students may be assigned to detention by either an administrator or a
teacher. Detention will be held Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00- 7:45
A.M. and from 3:05- 3:50 P.M. The student may choose to attend either
session; however, latecomers will not be admitted.
Assignment by an Administrator
A student sent to the office by a teacher will be given due process. The
student should not leave the office until seen by an administrator. The
infraction will be assigned an appropriate consequence, according to the
Code of Conduct. If detention is the chosen consequence, the
administrator will assign a specific day of the week (not the same day of
the offense). Each student will be notified of his or her assigned detention
at least one day prior to the detention. The student may attend either the
morning or the afternoon session. The disciplinary notice will be sent
home with the student. The administrator will enter the infraction, the
consequence, the date, and a narrative in the iNow program to document
the incident.
Assignment by a Teacher
A classroom teacher may opt to assign a student to detention for a Class
1 violation, as outlined in the code of conduct. The teacher must give the
student due process, and send a notice home with the student describing
the infraction and documenting the detention. The teacher is also
responsible for calling the parent to give notice for the detention. This
must be documented on the disciplinary form. The teacher will then
present the disciplinary referral to the grade level assistant principal, with
the phone call documented. The assistant principal will enter this
information into iNOW that day. Again, the detention will never be
scheduled for the same day as the infraction, giving the parent a written
notice and time to arrange transportation. The student may attend either
the morning or the afternoon detention session on the specified day. `The
student may always opt to attend the detention prior to the specified day,
but they may not postpone the consequence without prior approval from
the grade level assistant principal or the principal.
Consequences for Missing Detention
Students who are absent from detention or come late to detention will be
assigned Saturday School.
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Saturday School
Procedures
Saturday School is assigned by administrators only
Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Rules and Guidelines
1. Students are to arrive by 8:00 a.m.
2. Late students will be denied entrance.
3. Students must be in dress code.
4. No food or drinks will be allowed.
5. No sleeping, talking or note writing allowed.
6. No electronic devices are allowed (c.d. players, iPods, cell
phones, etc.).
7. Students must bring materials to work on while attending
Saturday School (only reading material related to school
assignments will be allowed).
8. Students will receive one break during Saturday School.
9. Students will be dismissed from Saturday School for any
inappropriate behavior or violations of Student Code of
Conduct. Additional consequences will be assigned.
Rescheduling
Saturday School may be rescheduled only by a parent contacting
the assigning administrator in writing or by phone prior to the date
of the student’s Saturday School assignment. Saturday School will
only be rescheduled once. A student may be eligible for
reassignment if there is a family emergency; death in the family,
medical injury, doctor’s excuse, work-related issues, or matters of
a serious nature deemed reasonable by the administrator.
Not attending Saturday School or violating the Code of Conduct
during Saturday School will result in a one-day Out-of-School
Suspension (OSS).
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Saturday School
Procedures
Unexcused Absences
Students will be given one opportunity per semester to make up
one unexcused absence by attending Saturday School. The
absence must have occurred within the nine weeks in which the
student attends Saturday School. The student must inform his or
her grade level administrator of his or her desire to attend Saturday
School and the ONE DATE that is to be excused. It is the
student’s responsibility to communicate with his or her teachers
and to inform them of any assignments that are to be made up or
left for completion.
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Intensive School Supervision
Procedures
Intensive School Supervision (ISS) is a consequence that can be
assigned for Class I or Class II offenses. ISS is an alternative to
out-of-school suspension (OSS) and gives the student the
opportunity to remain on campus while his or her disciplinary
consequence is served.
The minimum assignment for ISS is one (1) full day. There is no
set maximum time length; however, students who exhibit
continued behavior leading to ISS, will be subject to OSS or an
alternative placement. ISS is not designed for long term
assignments.
Students assigned to ISS are required to bring all materials needed
to complete assignments. Failure to comply could result in an
extension to their time in ISS. Failure to comply with any rule in
ISS will be considered defiance and could lead to further
disciplinary consequences.
When a student is assigned to ISS, the teacher will be notified via
iNOW. Teachers are expected to email or send work to the ISS
instructor as soon as possible after notification of the student’s
placement.
Upon arrival, the student will be assigned a desk, and he or she
will begin work immediately. Students are required to work the
entire time in ISS. Sleeping will extend the stay a minimum of
one day and could lead to OSS.
Students are not allowed to participate in extracurricular
activities while in intensive school supervision.
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Locker Guidelines
Students are required to rent a book locker for the school year.
Included in the rental fee will be the school planner and student
handbook. Students are required to adhere to the following
guidelines and procedures as they use book lockers.
1. Book lockers are the responsibility of the students. Any
abuse or destruction of lockers will result in the student
losing his/her privilege to use the locker. Disciplinary
consequences will be administered and monetary charges
will be applied if the locker needs repair.
2. Students are not to share lockers, give out their
combinations, or fix the locker to open without using the
combination.
3. Students should not go to lockers between all classes.
Planning can save students time as well as keep congestion to
a minimum. Plan to get materials for more than one class at
a time.
4. Students should go to their lockers only during the fiveminute
break between classes and not during class time.
5. Students are not to go to their lockers during lunch/study.
6. Students found at a locker during class time or lunch/study
are subject to disciplinary action.
7. Students are not to put decals or writings/drawings on
lockers.
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Parking Guidelines
A limited number of parking spaces are provided for students who
drive to school. A Homewood High School 2013-2014 parking
permit must be purchased and displayed in the vehicle daily.
Students having vehicles on campus without a permit will be subject
to disciplinary measures. Parking forms can be obtained from
Mrs. Laseter during the school year.
There is no assigned parking for students. Park only on a “first come,
first served basis” in the spaces designated for student parking.
Students are required to adhere to the following guidelines and
procedures for parking.
1. The parking fee is $10.00 per year.
2. Registration forms for parking are available in the main
office.
3. Take form home for accurate completion and parent/guardian
signature.
4. Register all vehicles that will be driven during the school
year.
5. Maintain 10 miles per hour speed limit or less.
6. Park only in designated student parking spaces.
7. Students are not to park in the numbered parking slots or
visitor slots.
8. Keep vehicles locked and valuables concealed.
9. Enter the building immediately after parking.
10. Homewood High School is not responsible for any damage
or loss involving a student’s vehicle as a result of parking on
campus.
Note: Students should drive with extreme caution during severe
weather conditions. Remember that parking is a privilege that can
be revoked at any time.
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Cell Phone/Electronics Policy
The use of electronic devices such as iPods, smart phones,
laptops, notebooks, tablets, etc. is at the discretion of the
classroom teacher: students may not use electronic devices in
the classroom without the permission of the teacher. Should a
student misuse an electronic device, a staff member will confiscate
the item and pass it on to the grade level administrator. The
administrator will enter the offense into the student’s record and
assign a disciplinary consequence. A parent will be required to
pick up the device. Note: Student Code of Conduct (1.14) –
Unauthorized use in school of personal electronic communication
devices, including but not limited to cellular phones or beepers.
Staff members will make confiscation judgment based on the
following criteria: noises or ring tones, vibrations, earphones in
ear, visibility of device, or other unusual movements that would
indicate electronic usage. Upon request by a staff member,
students must relinquish the electronic device immediately.
Refusal to do so will be considered defiance and coded as a
Class II offense.
Disciplinary Consequences:
1 st Offense Warning and parent must pick up device
2 nd Offense Saturday School and parent must pick up device
3 rd Offense Three (3) days of ISS and parent must pick up device
4 th Offense One (1) day suspension from school and parent must
pick up device
5 th Offense More severe action will be taken with a consideration
of alternative school placement and parent must pick
up device
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HONOR CODE
The administration and faculty of Homewood High School are dedicated not
only to teaching academic skills but also to fostering integrity among students.
Since today's students are tomorrow's leaders, students must be encouraged to
recognize, understand, and practice ethical behavior. In an effort to accomplish
this goal, the following policy is presented to help students avoid what is
considered unethical behavior and to help guide them toward more acceptable
conduct. Each teacher will also address cheating and the integrity of doing one's
own work as it applies to his or her specific course.
Cheating is considered a very serious offense. Cheating is taking credit for work
one has not done and includes the use of, or attempted use of, unauthorized aids
on test, quizzes, homework, class work, reports, papers, or projects. Furthermore,
each additional offense contributes to a pattern of behavior.
Habitual offenders will be treated severely. Offenses defining a pattern of
cheating will take into account all incidents of cheating. Some examples of
cheating include:
1. Copying another person's work to be submitted as one's own work;
2. Plagiarizing;
3. Having, using or attempting to use unauthorized aids (books, notes,
calculators and other electronic aids or persons) on test, quizzes, homework,
papers, or projects;
4. Writing formulas, notes, or anything on desk, paper, hands, or clothing to be
used or actually used on the assignment, or test;
5. Talking during a testing session;
6. Having a copy of the test or answers to the test;
7. Providing specific information about a test to someone who has not yet
taken the test;
8. Attempting to deceive by changing a test paper that was previously graded;
9. Giving unauthorized assistance to a fellow student, i.e., giving another
student homework to copy, allowing another student to look on test papers,
doing another student's assignment for him/her;
10. Forgery in connection with academic endeavors or school processes or
procedures, i.e., changing any grade on the report card; signing someone
else's name on papers, reports, or passes; signing parent's name on notes for
absences, tardies, or any communication; falsifying information on official
school records.
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HONOR CODE
Any student suspected of cheating will be referred to the administration. Should
the administration and the teacher determine that the student did indeed cheat,
the following penalties apply:
1. First Offense
Receive a zero on the work
Parent/Guardian will receive a phone call from the teacher
Will not be allowed to exempt any exam during the semester
Referred to honor societies
2. Second Offense
Receive a zero on the work
Parent/Guardian will receive a phone call from the administration
Be assigned one day in Saturday School
Referred to honor societies
Will not be allowed to exempt any exam during the semester
3. Third Offense
Receive a zero on the work
Attend parent conference to determine further action
Referred to honor societies
4. Any subsequent incidences of cheating will warrant more severe action.
.
Revised 06/2011
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After School Academic Booster
(ASAB) Program
This program offers all students support by certified teachers in core
content areas and access to technology at no cost to students. Any
student may participate in this program. It is not necessary to sign up
in advance.
WHO may participate
Any student enrolled at Homewood High School may become a
routine or an occasional participant.
WHAT will be expected of students and parents
Students will. . .
1. Bring necessary supplies for a productive practice and
review.
2. Begin and/or complete assigned homework.
3. Make-up written exams missed due to excused absences.
4. Develop study and organizational skills.
5. Access laptops/thin clients for reports and projects, and
research for class assignments.
6. Receive tutoring in core content areas.
7. Adhere to school Code of Conduct and policies.
Parents will . . .
1. Review information explaining the purpose and procedures
of the ASAB Program.
2. Enter the building to sign out their student after 3:30pm.
3. Pick up students no later than 5:00pm.
WHEN and WHERE will the program operate
ASAB will operate Monday through Friday beginning at 3:15pm in
four classrooms of the Social Studies Pod.
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After School Academic Booster
(ASAB) Program
HOW will the program operate
Each afternoon at 3:15 p.m., students will be given the opportunity to
re-enter the building and participate in ASAB. If a student chooses to
participate, he or she will choose one content area for which they
would like assistance: the choice may vary or remain the same each
day. Student drivers who have chosen to participate can leave at their
discretion. All other students may leave when a parent or parent’s
designee arrives. All students must leave school no later than 4:30
p.m.
Any students who remain on campus after 3:30 p.m. must be
supervised by a teacher in an extracurricular or academic support
setting. These students must use the front door when exiting the
building. Any students who are on campus at 3:30 p.m. and do not
plan on participating in ASAB should leave school grounds as soon
as possible.
WHY do we have the After-School Academic Booster Program
Some students could experience greater success if academic support
and resources were extended beyond the official school day.
Therefore, the program is designed to accomplish the following:
1. Provide continued academic support to students.
2. Provide a structured, safe, and conducive study environment
for Homewood High School students, especially for those
remaining on campus without supervision.
3. Foster positive relationships and a sense of community
among students centered around learning and achievement.
4. Create an opportunity for students to be mentored by faculty
and staff.
5. Empower students with resources and supervision they need
to be successful.
6. Provide an opportunity for students to make-up work due to
excused absences that can not be completed off-campus.
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Nutrition
Breakfast will be served daily from 7:15 am – 7:40 am. The costs for
breakfast and lunch are as follows:
Regular Reduced
Breakfast $1.25 $0.30
Lunch $2.25 $0.40
Homewood City Schools takes pride in offering healthy, nutritious
meals for our students and faculty. We serve breakfast and lunch
every day. You can view our monthly menus on the Homewood City
Schools website under “Child Nutrition”. Homewood City Schools
participates in the free and reduced price meal program. If your
family can benefit from this program, please complete a 2013-2014
Free and Reduced Price application. Only one application per family
is needed. Applications can be obtained by visiting the Homewood
City Schools website or an application can be obtained from each of
the schools in the district. Completed applications should be turned
in to the office at any Homewood City School.
We accept cash, personal checks, or you may pay for your student’s
meals online. Visit MyLunchMoney.com to sign up and manage your
student’s meal accounts. My Lunch Money is the nation’s leading
site for updating and managing your student’s cafeteria expenses. It
is one of the most secure online prepayment sites. You can prepay
for meals and/or view meal purchases. For every account deposit,
there is a $1.95 fee. However, there is no fee if you only want to
view your child’s meal purchases. You will need your child’s student
ID number (not their lunch number) as well as their birth date. You
can contact the school registrar to get the student ID number.
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Lunch Study
The lunch/study atmosphere is reflective of the degree of structure
provided by the individual teacher. This should be a productive time for
each student.
1. Tardies to lunch/study will be handled as they are to any
class.
2. Students are not allowed to leave lunch/study for restroom
purposes, water, etc. This should be taken care of during the
lunch part of the lunch/study.
3. Students may be allowed to go to another teacher’s class for
extra help during their study period only by presenting a
signed note at the beginning of the period to the lunch/study
teacher.
The chart below can be used to determine a student’s lunch/study
schedule. (For example, if your class is assigned “E” lunch; your
study time would be from 12:20 – 12:45)
10 – 12 th Grade
Lunch “C” Lunch “D” Lunch “E”
Study 11:30–11:55 Class 11:30 – 12:20 Class 11:30 – 12:20
Lunch 11:55-12:20 Lunch 12:20-12:45 Study 12:20–12:45
Class 12:20 – 1:10 Study 12:45 – 1:10 Lunch 12:45 – 1:10
Lunch “A”
9 th Grade*
Lunch “B”
Lunch 11:00–11:25 Advisory 11:05–11:25
Advisory 11:25 – 11:50 Lunch 11:25 – 11:50
Class 11:50-12:55 Class 11:50-12:55
* 9 th grade students do not have a lunch study. Students are engaged
in activities for the Career Preparedness course during advisory.
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Your Check is Welcome
Your Check is Welcome. Your check is welcome at all schools in
the Homewood City School System. The Homewood City Schools
recognizes that occasionally a parent may inadvertently overdraw
a checking account and a check may be returned by your bank. In
order to recover these funds in a private and professional manner,
the Homewood City Schools has contracted with Nexcheck, LLC,
for collection of returned checks.
Each person writing a check to the school should write the check
on a commercially printed check with your name, address, and one
phone number. Counter or starter checks will not be accepted.
When a person writes a check to the school, the person writing the
check agrees that, if the check is returned that it may be
represented electronically on the same account, and that the fee
established by law, now $30, may be debited from the same
account.
If the check and fee are not collected electronically, then
Nexcheck will contact you by mail and by telephone in order for
you to make arrangements to pay. All payments need to be made
directly through Nexcheck P.O. Box 19688, Birmingham, AL
35219. For a convenience fee, payments of both check and fee
may be made electronically at www.nexcheck.com or over the
phone using a credit card, debit card or electronic check.
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Clubs and Organizations
Art Service Club - Christie Johnson, Sponsor
The ASC is for students who enjoy art and want to have more art experiences.
They choose to spend a portion of their time interacting with other members who
also value art. The ASC encourages its members to visit art shows and galleries to
learn about local artists and different styles. The ASC also participates in
community art programs, service projects, murals, fundraisers, artist lectures, and
volunteer projects.
Beta Club - Lynn Hardin, Sponsor
The National Beta Club is a non-secret, non-profit, academic, leadership and
service club for students between the elementary and senior high grades. This
organization holds academic excellence at a high standard requiring students to
maintain a 3.4 average.
Book Club –Jana Watts, Sponsor
The book club selects one book each month to read and discuss. The book club
meets after school once a month from September to April, and is open to all
students and teachers who are interested.
FCA - Rebecca Shields, Sponsor
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes meets weekly to worship God and to
challenge students to receive Jesus Christ as their savior. FCA is open to all
students regardless of athletic participation and actively seeks the involvement of
both students and teachers.
FCCLA – Megan Malone, Sponsor
Family, Career, and Community Leaders is a nonprofit national career and
technical student organization for young men and women enrolled in Family and
Consumer Sciences.
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Clubs and Organizations
Heritage Panel - Robyn Brown and Marta Parker, Sponsors
Heritage Panel is sponsored here at the school by Unity Club and is made up of
about 25 students and 5 sponsors. The National Conference for Community and
Justice (NCCJ), a national non-profit human relations organization, sponsors
Heritage Panels at schools all over Alabama. Members are invited, in groups of
4-7, to classrooms to start dialogue about how they have been discriminated
against and what each of us can do to prevent this. Each student on the panel
shares a personal story of how they or someone they know has been discriminated
against. Then the audience shares how it felt to listen to their peers’ stories. The
main goal is to get people thinking about how they can change their own actions
to create a truly unified society.
Interact Club –Justin Cannady and Karlin Morris, Sponsors
Interact is a service club that is sponsored by the Rotary Club. Participation in the
club gives students the opportunity to be involved in fun, meaningful service
projects while developing leadership skills and friendships along the way.
Members are students of good character and leadership potential who are between
the ages of 14 and 18.
International Club - World Language Teachers, Sponsors
International Club promotes interest in world languages and cultures taught here
as well as the languages and cultures of our students. Anyone can join
International Club, not just world language students.
International Thespian Club - Jason Kennah, Sponsor
The International Thespian Society (ITS) is a club which focuses on the
recognition of students involved in Theatre Arts. Actors, designers, directors,
technicians, and writers are accepted as members after earning points for being
involved in the required amount of productions. We participate in annual
fundraisers and community service programs.
Key Club - Catherine Smith, Sponsor
Key Club is a service organization open to any student upon application. Key
Club is the high school extension of Kiwanis International. It meets every
Tuesday morning. Members are expected to perform a minimum of 50 hours of
community service. The Homewood High School Key Club is very active in the
state Key Club organization and participates in its annual state convention.
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Clubs and Organizations
National Honor Society - Kelly Reaves and Melinda Rouleau, Sponsors
The National Honor Society recognizes Juniors and Seniors with a 3.7 overall GPA
or higher and those who demonstrate the qualities of character, service,
scholarship, and leadership. The induction ceremony will be held in the spring.
Peer Helpers - Elaine Haskins, Sponsor
Homewood High School Peer Helpers is an organization of high school students
who pledge to be free of drugs, tobacco and alcohol. They sign contracts at the
beginning of the school year shortly after their mandatory retreat/training. There is
an application process that begins in April followed by an interview. Once
selection is made, there is a membership reception. These students serve as
mentors for our elementary students as well as mentors at the high school for our
new students.
Robotics - Emily Menard and Matt McCollum, Sponsors
Homewood High School sponsors a robotics team open to all students who are
interested in gaining a better understanding of engineering and science. The
Homewood team joins schools from across the country to participate in BEST
Robotics Inc. (BRI) Elements of competition include a robotic game, round-robin
matches, a project summary notebook, oral presentation, table display, and spirit
and sportsmanship.
SGA – Mindy McBride and Rebecca Shields, Sponsors
Student Government Association is a group of students who represent the student
body. This group of students works to plan events that benefit the entire student
body such as the Homecoming activities, canned food drives, blood drives, Powder
Puff football, etc.
Unity Club - Robyn Brown, Sponsor
Unity Club is a club that promotes understanding and acceptance of various
cultures. One of the main goals is to acknowledge our own biases/prejudices,
overcome them, and accept people for who they are, whether or not we agree with
their beliefs.
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Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)
The PTO is a valuable and necessary organization acting as a liaison
between the school and parents. The PTO furnishes the vehicle by which
parents can actively participate in the present and future goals, activities,
and operation of the school.
The parents need the school, and the school needs the parents. The PTO
offers the forum for both groups to communicate. Parents can learn what
they can and should do to help their children, and the school can be more
aware of the problems parents encounter with their children.
The PTO can bring the teachers and parents together in a positive
relationship that can only result in a better situation for the students. Our
school profits from our relationship with parents both instructionally and
financially through the Academic Enhancement Grants and Teacher
Appreciation Week. We urge each and every family to join the PTO.
Membership cost is $10.00 per family. HHS’s PTO Open House will be
held on Tuesday, September 3 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium.
2013-2014 Homewood High School PTO Officers
President
Laura Williams
1 st Vice-President Judy Truitt
2 nd Vice-President Jenn McCraw
Corresponding Secretary
Rachel Estes
Recording Secretary
Megan Wyatt
Treasurer
Nancy Randall
Parliamentarian
Cassandra Joseph
PTO Meeting Dates
Time: 11:30 A.M. Location: Bailey Theatre
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
No December Meeting
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Tuesday, May 13, 2014 (Location: TBA)
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Child Find for Programs for
Exceptional Children
Special Education – Special programs for disabled children are
provided in accordance with IDEA. Child Find is an attempt to
locate and provide appropriate educational and related services to
all disabled children between ages birth and 21. If you are a
parent of a disabled child who is not receiving services, contact
Charlotte Kerr at the Homewood Board of Education (205) 870-
4203.
Gifted – Gifted students are those who perform at or who have
demonstrated the potential to perform at high levels in academic or
creative fields when compared to others of their age, experience,
or environment. These students require services not ordinarily
provided by the regular school program. Students possessing
these abilities can be found in all populations across all economic
strata, and in all areas of human endeavor.
Teachers, counselors, administrators, parents or guardians, peers,
self, or any other individuals with knowledge of the student’s
abilities may refer a student. Additionally, all second grade
students will be observed as potential gifted referrals using a gifted
behavior checklist.
For each student referred, information is gathered in the areas of
Aptitude, Characteristics, and Performance. The information is
entered on a matrix where points are assigned according to
established criteria. The total number of points earned determines
if the student qualifies for gifted services. To make a referral,
contact the counselor at your child’s school.
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NOTES
Remember to visit us at www.homewood.k12.al.us
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Acknowledgement and Receipt
My signature below acknowledges that I have received the 2013-2014
Homewood City Schools Code of Student Conduct and am aware that the 2013-
2014 Homewood High School Student Handbook is available at HHS website. I
understand that I am responsible for reading and complying with the content
addressed in both document.
Student:
Last name First name MI
Grade:
Student’s signature:
Date:
Signature of Parent/Guardian:
Date:
--------------------------------------------- --Detach------------------------------------------
Please read and complete below. Retain the top portion for your records.
Acknowledgement and Receipt
My signature below acknowledges that I have received the 2013-2014
Homewood City Schools Code of Student Conduct and am aware that the 2013-
2014 Homewood High School Student Handbook is available at HHS website. I
understand that I am responsible for reading and complying with the content
addressed in both document.
Student:
Last name First name MI
Grade: _________
Student’s signature:
Date:
Signature of Parent/Guardian:
Date: