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1 Student handbook 2017-2018. y Raquel Reed ND ENT. SUPERINTE. Schools . QUE Public . ALBUQUER t e Su perintenden Office of th Visitors, mmunity P artners and amilies, Schools , Co ts, Parents/F in the state school system ucational Dear Studen is th e be st tstanding ed what I believe providing ou 8 sc ho ol year and to de di ca te d to ol year. This year co m e to th e 2017-201 bl ic Sc ho ol s (APS) is u ba ck to another scho r th e su cc ess Wel Pu yo k together fo M ex ic o. Albuquerque ar e pr ou d to welcome un ity to w or of New ents and and comm for all our stud hools, students , parents, opportunities ty fo r ou r sc rtuni climate is a fresh oppo and positive of our studen ts. en su rin g an inclusive ea ch an d every st af f ar e de dicated to uc at io na l program for fir st day of tors and provide an ed duation begins with the , administra diligently to rs and APS teachers W e w or k or tiv e.

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3 The Board of Education is committed to providing a safe, respectful and nurturing environment for all members of the school community including students , staff, parents, community partners and visitors. This handbook is an official policy statement of the APS Board of Education. students and parents should review and be familiar with this handbook , as well as, the handbook from the student's school . The Student handbook will be reviewed by the Board of Education on an annual basis. Suggested changes should be submitted to the Student, Parent, Employee Service Center (855-9040) at by the end of the first semester for consideration for inclusion in the 5 fax following year's handbook . Copies of this handbook will be made available to students upon registration. It will also be posted on the district's website at District Policy and Administrative Directives are also available on the district's website.

4 They can be accessed by typing Policies and Procedural Directives in the SEARCH engine. student handbook 2017-2018. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Albuquerque Public Schools Goals 1. school District Authority and Jurisdiction 2. Expectations of students 3. Student Rights and Responsibilities 4. Dress Code 5. What To Do If You Believe That Your Rights Have Been Violated 7. APS school Attendance Guidelines 11. Disruption of the Educational Process 14. Consequences for Unacceptable Conduct 15. Extracurricular Substance Abuse and Tobacco Policy 17. school Alternatives For Handling Unacceptable Conduct 19. Disciplinary Considerations for students with Disabilities Under IDEA 21. Disciplinary Considerations for students Under Section 504 25. Discipline Matrix 26-27. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 28. Student Records 30. Child Custody Issues 32. Glossary of Terms 33-36.

5 Student handbook 2017-2018. Albuquerque Public Schools . GOALS. GOAL. EARLY LEARNING. Early learning begins at home, is nurtured in ONE. supportive classrooms as children develop language and number skills, and grows as students become adept at using these skills in a variety of ways. COLLEGE AND. GOAL CAREER READINESS. All students will graduate without the need TWO. for remediation having the skills, attitudes and characteristics to prepare them for post-secondary education, careers and life in an ever-evolving global community. DEVELOPING THE. GOAL WHOLE CHILD. students develop physically, mentally, THREE. emotionally, socially and intellectually in safe and welcoming environments that remove barriers to learning, embrace individuality and connect to their community. 1. This Student handbook states guidelines for student rights and responsibilities and is not intended to provide legal advice.

6 It does not create any contractual rights, and the school district has the discretion to modify the provisions of this handbook at any time. Each school 's handbook supplements the Student handbook and should be referred to for more specific guidelines. If a provision of an individual school 's handbook is inconsistent with this Student handbook , this handbook will supersede. school DISTRICT. AUTHORITY AND. JURISDICTION. The provisions of the Student handbook are in effect: during regular school hours and/or on school property. during transportation of students . at times and places where appropriate school administrators and staff have jurisdiction including, but not limited to, school -sponsored events, field trips, athletic functions and other school -related activities. on the way to or from school or a school -related event. Additionally, the principal, any Public school official or designated chaperone is authorized to take administrative action when a student's misconduct away from school during a school activity may have a detrimental effect on the student, other students , staff or on the orderly educational process.

7 The principal has the responsibility to take discretionary action any time the educational process is threatened with disruption. Nothing in the following is intended to prevent a staff member, teacher, principal or other administrator from using his/her best judgment with respect to a particular situation. 2. Student handbook 2017-2018. EXPECTATIONS. OF students . ATTENDANCE. It is essential for students to attend school daily in order to acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become college and career ready. Regular student participation in daily classroom activities plays a significant role in student's school success. students are expected to attend school regularly and on time. District policy and state law require daily school attendance for those between the ages of 5 and 18, or until graduation from high school . ACHIEVEMENT. students are expected to achieve academically.

8 They are expected to: Strive to fulfill their academic potential. Actively participate in the educational process. Actively participate in community activities. Social Responsibility students are expected to be good members of the community. They are expected to: Model and promote the pillars of CHARACTER COUNTS! (Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship). Respect authority, property, and the rights of others. Maintain a safe school environment and in their larger community. Every student is responsible for helping maintain a safe, orderly and educationally focused learning environment. students are expected to: Attend school every day and be on time for every class. Resolve differences with others in a positive, non-violent way. Remain drug, alcohol and tobacco free. Adhere to the school dress code. Respect school property and the property of others.

9 Respect fellow students and all school staff members. Comply with the standards of behavior for their classrooms, their school , and our district. PARENTS & FAMILIES. school officials are partners with parents and families in educating all children. Every parent, guardian and family member of the school community shares in the responsibility for educating children in a safe and productive environment. You share in this responsibility when you: Make sure your student(s) attend(s) school , on time, every day. Keep your contact information up to date at the school . Support your student in doing their homework and studying at home. Make learning a priority. Maintain regular communication with your children's teachers, school administrators and other school staff members. Stay informed of your child's ongoing scholastic achievement and progress, and advocate for your child's learning needs.

10 Sign up for and use Parent Vue to get information about your child's attendance, assignments and much more. Attend parent-teacher student led conferences to discuss your student's progress and how you can support their success. Social Responsibility Understand our district rules and the rules of your child's school . Support school administrators in enforcing these rules. Support the school and the Board of Education in maintaining high expectations of all students . Keep the school informed of your current contact information by notifying the school of any change of address or phone numbers. 3. STUDENT RIGHTS AND. RESPONSIBILITIES. EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY. A free Public school education shall be available to every school -aged person, and each student who enrolls has a corresponding responsibility not to deny this right to any other student. To find the school (s) assigned to your address go to and type your address in the Find My school link, or contact the Student, Parent, Employee Service Center at (505) 855- 9040.