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CARROLLTON HIGH SCHOOL
2023 – 2024
“HOME OF THE WARRIORS”
205 SCIO RD, S.W.
CARROLLTON, OH 44615
MAIN OFFICE PHONE: 330.627.2134
MAIN OFFICE FAX: 330.627.4157
BUS GARAGE PHONE: 330.627.4044
NAME: ________________________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome…CHS Alma Mater…CHS Fight Song .............................................................. 4
School Calendar .............................................................................................................. 5
Student Resources ........................................................................................................... 5
I. General School Operation .................................................................................... 6-9
Academic Integrity/Cheating ...................................................................................... 6
Bookbags ................................................................................................................... 6
Computer and Internet Information ............................................................................ 6
Dances ....................................................................................................................... 6
Directory Information .................................................................................................. 6
Electronic Devices...................................................................................................... 7
Fire/Tornado Drills...................................................................................................... 7
School Counselor Procedures ................................................................................... 7
Homeroom ................................................................................................................. 7
Common Areas .......................................................................................................... 7
Lockers .................................................................................................................... 7-8
Lunch ......................................................................................................................... 8
Lunch – Senior Privilege ............................................................................................ 8
Main Office Procedures ............................................................................................. 8
Medication Policy ....................................................................................................... 8
School Day Routine ................................................................................................ 8-9
School Chromebooks ................................................................................................. 9
Sign Posting Policy .................................................................................................... 9
Textbooks ................................................................................................................... 9
Visitors ....................................................................................................................... 9
Work Permits .............................................................................................................. 9
II. Attendance Regulations ................................................................................... 10-12
Attendance and Compulsory Education ................................................................... 10
Eighteen-Year-Old Student ...................................................................................... 10
Early Dismissal ......................................................................................................... 10
Excessive Absence (Excused & Unexcused) .......................................................... 10
Excuse Note ............................................................................................................. 10
Partial Attendance .................................................................................................... 10
Extracurricular Activities ........................................................................................... 10
Tardy ................................................................................................................... 10-11
Truancy .................................................................................................................... 11
Truancy Awareness Program .................................................................................. 11
Types of Absences................................................................................................... 11
Vacation .............................................................................................................. 11-12
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III. Student Conduct Code ..................................................................................... 12-24
A. Scope of Jurisdiction .................................................................................... 12-13
B. Disciplinary Options & Procedures ............................................................... 13-14
C. Search and Seizure Policy ........................................................................... 14-15
D. Universal Major Offenses ............................................................................. 16-18
E. Major Offenses – Penalties .......................................................................... 18-20
F. Minor Offenses .................................................................................................. 21
G. Dress Code ................................................................................................... 21-22
H. Driving or Riding to School ........................................................................... 22-23
I. School Bus Rules ......................................................................................... 23-24
IV. Academic Information ...................................................................................... 24-31
Academic Hall of Fame ............................................................................................ 24
Class Standing ......................................................................................................... 24
Educational Options ............................................................................................ 24-26
Grade Point Average and Class Rank ..................................................................... 26
Graduation .......................................................................................................... 26-27
Graduation Honors - Requirements ......................................................................... 27
Grading Scale .......................................................................................................... 27
Honor Roll ................................................................................................................ 27
Semester / Final Exams ........................................................................................... 27
Final Grade Calculation ........................................................................................... 27
Criteria for Earning Credit ........................................................................................ 27
Academic Honors Diploma ...................................................................................... 28
Incomplete Work/Credit for Courses ........................................................................ 28
National Honor Society ....................................................................................... 28-29
Report Cards ............................................................................................................ 29
Schedule Change Guidelines ............................................................................. 29-30
Senior Release......................................................................................................... 30
Teacher Aide Program ........................................................................................ 30-31
Homecoming/Prom Court Voting ............................................................................. 31
V. Extracurricular Activities ................................................................................. 31-34
Activities Calendar ............................................................................................ 34-36
Athletic Schedules ............................................................................................ 37-43
Theatre .................................................................................................................... 43
Counseling Resources ..................................................................................... 44-45
Bell Schedules........................................................................................................ 48
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WELCOME TO CARROLLTON HIGH SCHOOL
The entire staff of Carrollton High School welcomes you to the 2023-
2024 school year. We are committed to building upon the strong academic,
athletic, and artistic traditions that have existed in our school for many years and
are depending on YOU to carry on these traditions! Our staff is ready and willing
to assist you in your desire to gain a quality education and to maximize your
potential.
We are once again providing you with a planner. We believe it is a
valuable tool for reference about procedures and rules as well as an excellent way
to keep track of assignments, commitments, and other important dates.
Your high school years should be four of the happiest and most active
of your life. Your involvement and participation in school activities will create
memories that will last throughout your lifetime. Make your mark here at Carrollton
High School and take charge of your life! Get involved…..the possibilities are
endless.
Best wishes for a great school year and ….GO WARRIORS!!!
W. Jason Eddy Craig T. Brooks
Principal Assistant Principal
CARROLLTON HIGH SCHOOL ALMA MATER
Carrollton High School, you do we adore;
Dear old school we love you more and more;
Carrollton High School, may we ever stand;
Loyal, true and faithful—
To the best school in our land!
CARROLLTON HIGH SCHOOL FIGHT SONG
Give three cheers for Carrollton High School,
wave her banner high;
Keep her colors ever flowing, proudly in the sky
Rah, Rah, Rah
Give three cheers for Carrollton High School,
what a jubilee;
Carrollton High will always lead us
on the road to victory!
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SCHOOL CALENDAR 2023 – 2024
First Day of School for Students............................................................................................ August 16
Waiver Day – No school for Students.....................................................................................August 30
Labor Day-No School ....................................................................................................... September 4
End of 1
st
Nine Weeks ......................................................................................................... October 13
Teacher Inservice – No School for Students ....................................................................... October 18
Thanksgiving Break..................................................................................................... November 22-24
Parent Teacher Comp Day- No School ........................................................................... November 27
End of First Semester/2
nd
Nine Weeks ............................................................................ December 15
First Day of Christmas Break............................................................................................ December 18
Classes Resume after Break.................................................................................................. January 2
Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No School............................................................................... January 15
Waiver Day – No School for Students................................................................................. February 7
Presidents’ Day – No School ............................................................................................. February 19
End of 3
rd
nine weeks................................................................................................................ March 8
First Day of Spring Break..........................................................................................................March 27
Parent/Teacher Comp Day-No School...... .................................................................................. April 1
Classes Resume after Break ....................................................................................................... April 2
Waiver Day – No School for Students ....................................................................................... April 10
Last Day of School for seniors.................................................................................................... May 17
End of 2
nd
Semester/4
th
Nine Weeks/Last Day for students ....................................................... May 22
Teacher Inservice Day................................................................................................................ May 23
Commencement.......................................................................................................................... May 24
Memorial Day ............................................................................................................................. May 27
Make-up days for emergency school closings will be: Spring Break, at the end of the school year, holidays,
and/or Saturdays.
STUDENT RESOURCES
Students needing additional resources to help with bullying, substance abuse, suicide prevention,
and other health related topics will find information located on the school’s website. Go to
www.carrolltonschools.org and you will find information, resources, and phone numbers under the
student tab at the top of the page.
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I. GENERAL SCHOOL OPERATION
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY/CHEATING
Presenting someone else’s work as your own in order to obtain a grade or credit is cheating. This
includes, but is not limited to, copying other’s assignments, quiz or test answers, using artificial
intelligence (AI) and plagiarism. In addition, this includes providing your work or answers to
another for them to use. If working on a group project, students are responsible for turning in work
in the form expected by the teacher. Students who violate this policy will receive zero credit for
those assignments and possible disciplinary action.
BOOKBAGS
In order to promote safety, order, and discipline, Carrollton High School students are not permitted
to use book bags, backpacks, etc. during the course of the school day. Students may use
backpacks, book bags, etc. to transport approved materials to and from school. Upon arrival at
school, all students will place backpacks, book bags, and similar items in their assigned lockers.
Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action. The administration and staff at Carrollton High
School may conduct random searches of backpacks, book bags, or similar items without notice in
order to promote safety, order and discipline.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET INFORMATION
The Carrollton Exempted Village School District is pleased to make available to students access to
interconnected computer systems within the district and to the Internet. All students must take
responsibility for appropriate and lawful use of this access. At no time may students access
inappropriate internet sites or use personal e-mail or “chat” services at school. Also, students are
prohibited from bringing their own computers to school. Students who violate the Technology
Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy will be subject to disciplinary action. Such action may
include detention, Saturday school, suspension, denial of computer and internet privileges at
school, and expulsion. Students and parents will be required to read and sign the school district’s
Technology Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy each year on Final Forms in order for
students to proceed with work involving the district network and/or the internet.
DANCES
Dances are open to Carrollton High School and Buckeye Career Center students only. Graduates
and guests from other high schools will only be permitted to attend fall homecoming, winter
homecoming, and prom (with prior approval from the office. NO middle school students are allowed
at high school dances.
Attending dances is a privilege that is earned through proper behavior and attendance at school.
All students on disciplinary probation will be prohibited from attending dances. Any student who
has 2 (two) suspensions will be prohibited from attending the prom. In addition, students with poor
attendance may forfeit their privilege to attend dances.
DIRECTORY INFORMATION
Occasionally, Carrollton High School receives requests for directory information concerning
students. These requests come from various groups such as: colleges and universities, local PTO
groups, Armed Service recruiters, non-profit organizations, etc. The Carrollton schools consider
directory information to be names, addresses, parent’s names, date of birth, and class designation.
Parents or eighteen year old students have the right to refuse the release of such information by
notifying the Superintendent’s office in writing within the first two weeks of school. The school will
use discretion in releasing directory information concerning students.
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ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Personal communication devices (cell phones, earbuds, headphones, computers, tablets,
electronic readers or other web-enabled devices) are prohibited during normal school hours.
These devices, if brought to school, must be powered off and stored in student lockers. Students
in grades 8-12 only may use their devices during their lunch break. The only devices students may
use during the school day are district–issued chromebooks or iPads.
FIRE/TORNADO DRILLS
When the fire alarm rings, students should locate the nearest teacher and follow their instructions.
Once instructed, students should leave by the nearest exits indicated by the directions in each
room near the door. Teachers should order windows closed and obtain their grade book.
Teachers should then make sure the room is clear and close the door behind them. In order to be
able to hear necessary instructions during movement toward the exits, keep all talking and noise to
a minimum, while moving at a quick pace. Students should move a safe distance from the building
and should not block the path of incoming vehicles. If the office is warned of possible tornadoes,
appropriate instructions will be relayed to all rooms. At the present time, the hallways have been
designated as shelter areas. Students must proceed quickly, but in an orderly fashion, to the
nearest wing of the building and assume the proper position (kneeling toward the wall with their
head covered with their hands.)
SCHOOL COUNSELOR PROCEDURES
The high school counseling program is designed to enable students to take advantage of
educational and career opportunities currently available to them as well as planning for future
opportunities. Counselors are also available to talk with students who are having problems at
school. Students wishing to have a conference with their counselor should schedule an
appointment with the guidance secretary. All appointments should be scheduled for a study hall,
after school or during lunch. Emergencies are exceptions.
HOMEROOM
Homeroom will be every day from 7:15 until 7:18. Students will report to homeroom by 7:15 or they
will be counted as tardy to school. Attendance will be taken and any necessary communications
will be handed out during this time. After homeroom, students will report to first period.
COMMON AREAS
The primary function of the common areas are to serve as a place of study and as a source of both
print and non-print reference materials for school projects. It is also a place to explore special
interests and locate leisure reading materials. Consequently each student must avoid unnecessary
noise or other behavior that would disturb other students. The use of the common areas is a
privilege which can be limited. Disruptive students may be sent back to class or study hall and
have their common area privileges removed.
LOCKERS
Student lockers are the property of the Carrollton Board of Education and are provided to students
as a convenience for their use. Lockers (and other such property) carry no expectation of privacy
for the students who occupy them. Lockers (and other such property) and their contents are
subject to search by school authorities at any time and without warning. You are assigned your
own locker and lock. Your locker is to remain locked at all times and you should not share your
combination with anyone. Valuable items should not be brought to school as the district will not be
responsible for lost or stolen personal items. Do not use anyone else’s locker or share lockers
unless assigned by the assistant principal. No decorations are permitted on the outside of the
locker unless approved by the school administration. Failure to follow the above rules may result in
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disciplinary action or forfeiture of the locker.
LUNCH (9
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Students are to report directly to the cafeteria for lunch, and they are to remain there until they are
dismissed. NO students will be permitted to be in the halls or in the gym during lunch. Early
dismissals for underclassmen to leave school for lunch will not be approved. Students, including
seniors, are not allowed to visit their cars anytime during the school day without permission from
the main office. Students that leave the building without permission will be considered truant.
LUNCH (SENIORS)
Seniors have the privilege of an hour lunch and the ability to go to the high school common areas. No
early dismissals will be approved for the purpose of going to lunch. The following rules must be
followed in order to keep “Senior Lunch” and not have advisory:
1. At five (5) unexcused absences/tardies, seniors will lose their one hour lunch.
2. Any senior that is suspended will lose their one hour lunch.
3. Any student failing a class required for graduation will lose their one hour lunch.
MAIN OFFICE PROCEDURES
Students wishing to have a conference with the principal or assistant principals should request a
pass from their classroom teacher. The teacher should call the office to determine if an
administrator is available before issuing a pass. The administration and staff have an open door
policy and encourage students to communicate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to
create the best school building possible.
MEDICATION POLICY
Except as otherwise required by federal law and except for administering emergency care or
treatment at the scene of an emergency, Carrollton school employees will not administer any drug
prescribed by a physician to any student. If a student must take medication during school, they
must obtain the Permission Form for the Daily Consumption of Prescription Medication from the
school and have it signed by their parent and physician. These forms are available from the nurse
or the main office. Medications must be in the original container and must be the exact dosage.
No more than a five day supply is permitted to be brought to school and no student is permitted to
transport prescription medication. Medications will be stored in the nurse’s office and the principal
(or designee) will monitor the student’s consumption of daily prescription medication.
Students who are asthmatic and require use of an inhaler may do so as long as they provide the
school with a Student Asthma Action Card signed by their parent and physician. The required
forms for medications must be renewed every school year and every time the dosage or type of
medication changes.
A parent or guardian will administer medication to students who cannot be responsible for taking
their own or who do not have the necessary forms.
SCHOOL DAY (ROUTINE)
1. Upon arrival at school, students must report to their homeroom. Students have the ability to
stop by their lockers and meet with teachers, but they must be to homeroom by 7:15 or they
will be marked tardy.
2. Once students are on school property, they are not allowed to leave without parental or
administrative permission. This includes all bus-riders, drivers/passengers, walkers, etc.
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3. The school day by definition is the moment the student steps in the building until the final bell
rings at 2:02 pm.
4. Students returning to school after an absence should bring their excuse note to the main office.
This can be done at any time during the day. Students must bring excuse notes after being
absent from school.
5. To move from one point in the building to another while classes are in session, students must
have a hall pass that has been signed by a member of the faculty.
6. Students are expected to leave the building in an orderly fashion. Students must exit the building
using the lobby doors or the main hallway doors in the High School.
7. With the exception of students involved in athletics, activities, in after-school detention, or
using the computer lab, the building is closed after dismissal. Students needing to be in the
building, as mentioned above, must be in designated areas and be in the presence of their
advisor, coach, or other staff member. This building closes at 2:15 p.m. and all access after
this time will be denied.
8. All high school students who use school transportation must ride the early bus (2:02 pm). No
high school students are permitted to ride the elementary buses without permission from the
principal and the bus garage.
SCHOOL CHROMEBOOKS
All students will receive a chromebook and must follow all guidelines outlined for chromebook
usage. If you would like a copy of those guidelines, they can be obtained in the school office.
SIGN POSTING POLICY
Prior approval from the office is necessary before posting any signs in the building that are not
related to a school group. Faculty members should advise the office of their intention to post signs
in the building.
TEXTBOOKS
All textbooks will be distributed by the subject teacher during the first week of school. A record of
the assignment of each textbook will be kept by the teacher. The student must return the same
textbook at the end of the year or pay for the replacement of the book. Lost, stolen, or damaged
textbooks are the responsibility of the student.
VISITORS
All visitors to the building must obtain a visitor’s pass from the main office. This includes parents,
graduates, friends, relatives, or any other person visiting the building. School-aged visitors are not
permitted to attend school in the company of a student without prior administrative approval.
Finally, visitors are not permitted in the building to eat lunch with high school students.
WORK PERMITS
According to Ohio law, any student who is fourteen years of age and has completed the seventh
grade can obtain a work certificate. Blank work permit forms can be obtained in the high school
office. The completed forms are then returned to the main office and in approximately three days
the work permit will be available. There is no need for work permits for students that are 16 and 17
for summer jobs only.
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II. ATTENDANCE REGULATIONS
ATTENDANCE AND COMPULSORY EDUCATION
Ohio law requires that all children between the ages of six and eighteen attend school (ORC
3321.04). The parent or other person having the care of a child of compulsory school age is
responsible for the child’s school attendance. A parent or guardian must contact the school to
inform the office of the student’s absence. This can be done by calling the office at 330.627.2134
and leaving a message with the secretary. (If there is no answer, you may leave a voice mail
message.) If no contact is made, the assistant principal or attendance office may attempt to
contact the home. The statutes governing school attendance are very specific and leave little
option for school officials to excuse children from school.
EIGHTEEN-YEAR-OLD STUDENT
Eighteen year old students will be treated the same as all other students and will be expected to
conform to all school rules and regulations. Should they decide not to do so, they may exercise
their option to withdraw from school.
EARLY DISMISSAL
In order to be excused for a doctor or dentist appointment, students must either: present the
appointment card; have a parent or guardian call the office; or be picked up at the office. As per
district guidelines, students will be excused for five (5) parent requests per semester. After that, all
parent requests may be unexcused and count in the Truancy Awareness Program.
EXCESSIVE ABSENCE (EXCUSED AND UNEXCUSED)
All students will be allowed five (5) non-medical excused absences per semester. Medical
absences, college visits, field trips, and approved vacations will not count towards the five (5)
absences. All absences after the allotted five (5) will be counted as unexcused absences and will
lead to the Truancy Awareness Program.
EXCUSE NOTE
Upon returning to school, an excuse note must be presented to the office, giving your name, date
of absence(s), reasons for absence and your parent or guardian’s signature. If a written excuse is
not presented within 48 hours, the absence will be unexcused.
PARTIAL ATTENDANCE
A student that misses 20 minutes or more of a class will be marked absent for that class. Any
student who arrives late to school, leaves school early, or signs out and returns may have that time
accumulate towards their attendance threshold for HB410. This missing time from school may also
keep a student from achieving perfect attendance.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
No student shall attend an athletic event, practice, weekend/evening dance, club meeting or any
school activity if he/she was absent from school for more than 4 periods without prior administrative
approval.
TARDY
Tardiness is reporting to school or class late. Students who are tardy to class may be assigned a
detention for each and every tardy. Students who are tardy to school more than three times a
semester, without prior permission or doctors’ excuses, will be issued a detention, Saturday
school, suspension or referral to Juvenile Court based on the number of times tardy. #4 and #5
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(detentions), #6 (Saturday School), #7 and #8 (detentions), #9 (In School Suspension).
TRUANCY
Truancy is: 1) unexcused absence from school; 2) leaving school premises without permission; or
3) cutting two or more class periods. Saturday school will be assigned for the first offense and
students who continue to be truant from school will be suspended and referred to Juvenile Court.
*TRUANCY AWARENESS PROGRAM– NEW REGULATIONS*
On January 4, 2017, Ohio H.B. 410 was signed into law, changing the truancy laws for the State of
Ohio beginning with the 2017-18 school year.
Students are considered habitual truant when they are unexcused for:
1.) 30 or more consecutive hours of school (5 days).
2.) 42 or more hours in one school month (7 days).
3.) 72 or more hours in a school year (12 days).
Once a student reaches one of the above absence totals, the high school will establish intervention
strategies with the student and parent(s). After the 61
st
day of the establishment of the intervention
strategies, if the student has not made satisfactory progress, a complaint will be filed with the
Carroll County Juvenile Court.
TYPES OF ABSENCES
1. College visits: Any junior or senior in good standing may apply for two college visits or career
exploration days each year if prior written approval is given by the guidance office and principal
and verification of visit is presented upon return. Notes or arrangements made the day of the
visit will not be accepted. Prior appointments with college/university personnel or participation
in recruitment programs are the only acceptable reasons for a college/university visit.
Sophomores may apply for one career exploration day. Application forms are available in the
counseling office.
2. Excused absence: personal illness; illness in family; death of a close relative; religious
holidays; approved vacation or hunting days; or pre-approved college visits.
3. Field trips/athletic tournaments: Any absence deemed “school related” will be excused. This
includes field trips, performances, games, etc. Teachers will be notified in advance and
students are responsible to get make-up work.
4. Unexcused absence: reasons not listed above. Make-up work will not be permitted and
grades missed will be marked as “0”.
VACATION
If a student must accompany parents who have vacations during the school year, the following
procedure must be followed in order for the absence to be excused. Failure to follow the
procedure or going on vacation if not approved by the principal may result in the absence being
unexcused.
1. The student must fill out a vacation request form and return it to the principal at least 3 days
before the proposed vacation.
2. The parent(s) must have a conference with the principal or assistant principal to discuss the
proposed vacation and to make clear the length of absence.
3. Once the vacation request has been approved, the student is to have each classroom teacher
sign the vacation request form and receive the approximate material and assignments to be
covered during the absence. The student is expected to make up work missed and assume all
course responsibilities when he/she returns to class.
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4. Any student who wants to miss school for hunting must also follow the guidelines of this policy.
5. Vacation days cannot exceed 10 days a year.
III. STUDENT CONDUCT CODE
A well-defined and enforced code of conduct is essential for students to have a good learning
environment and to enjoy their right to a quality education. Our conduct code will serve as a guide
for behavior, encourage the development of self-discipline, describe the consequences of
disruptive behavior, and provide safeguards that a student’s due process rights will not be violated
in disciplinary situations. The school district reserves the right to take action as deemed necessary
and the district may supersede the disciplinary steps as outlined in the code of conduct.
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Each student has a responsibility to their fellow students and to their teacher that he or she will
exercise self-control to avoid interfering with the educational opportunity within the classroom
group and within the school in general. Each student has the right to participate in a learning
experience in an orderly and controlled classroom. Students can expect to enjoy this right without
disruption by any other class member.
Rules are made in schools, as they are in society, to maintain order. If a student violates a rule,
that student must assume the responsibility for his or her actions. Before disciplinary action of any
kind is taken by a school official, sufficient investigation will be conducted by that person in order to
determine the pertinent facts regarding the incident. When a violation to this discipline policy has
occurred, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken as outlined in this policy or otherwise noted in
the classroom, building, or program rules that have been developed by the employee responsible
for that activity.
Appropriate disciplinary action will be administered as necessitated by the nature and seriousness
of the offense. Before any punishment is administered, employees will have their emotions under
control and be aware of the size, age, physical, and emotional development of the particular child
with whom they are dealing.
ZERO TOLERANCE
Students are expected to conduct themselves in such a way that they respect and consider the rights
of others. Students of the district must conform to school regulations and accept directions from
authorized school personnel. The Board has “Zero Tolerance” of violent, disruptive or inappropriate
behavior by its students. Peer harassment or the issuance of threats will not be tolerated. Any
violation of the above stated policy may result in disciplinary action which could include detention,
suspension, expulsion, or legal action.
A. SCOPE OF JURISDICTION
This code of conduct is in effect while students are under the authority of school personnel or
involved in any school activity. This includes but is not limited to: all vehicles owned by the
Carrollton Exempted Village School District; on or near school controlled property; on or near “host”
school property during related activities; during interscholastic competitions; during extracurricular
events; or during other school activities or programs. In addition, the code of conduct includes:
1. Misconduct by a student that occurs off school district property but is connected to
activities or incidents that have occurred on school district property
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2. Misconduct by a student that, regardless of where it occurs, is directed at a district official
or employee or the property of an official or employee.
B. DISCIPLINARY OPTIONS & PROCEDURES
AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION RULES
1. Detention is held Monday through Thursday.
2. Teachers will put a “serve-by” date on the detention slip (The following Thursday after the
detention was issued).
3. Saturday school will be issued for failure to serve by this date.
4. Students must report to the assigned room from 2:15 until 3:45.
5. No student will be admitted to the detention room if they are “tardy”.
6. There will be no talking, sleeping, eating, or drinking.
7. Restroom breaks will not be permitted.
8. Regular school dress is required.
9. Failure to follow these rules will result in additional detentions, Saturday school, or
suspension.
SATURDAY SCHOOL RULES
1. Students assigned to Saturday school must report on the Saturday assigned from 8:00 am
until noon. Failure to report will result in suspension and/or referral to Juvenile Court.
2. Students will not be excused from Saturday school except for pre-scheduled doctor
appointments. A note from the doctor will be required.
3. There will be no talking, sleeping, eating, or drinking.
4. Restroom breaks will be permitted when necessary.
5. Students who do not bring school assignments will be sent home and referred to the office
as a “no-show”.
6. Students who do not follow the Saturday school rules will be referred to the building
principal and/or Juvenile Court for further disciplinary action.
EMERGENCY REMOVAL
The due process notice and hearing requirements can be temporarily waived in an emergency if
the student’s presence poses a continuing danger to persons, property, or an ongoing threat of
disrupting the academic process either within a classroom or elsewhere on the school premises.
The superintendent, principal or assistant principal may remove the student from curricular or
extracurricular activities or from the school premises. A hearing must be held as soon as practical
after the removal, but within seventy-two (72) hours after the initial removal is ordered. The
hearing must be held in accordance with either the suspension or expulsion procedure depending
on the probable action that will be taken. In an emergency removal, a pupil can be kept from
attending class until the matter of his or her misconduct is disposed of either by reinstatement,
suspension or expulsion.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION (ISS)
When inappropriate behavior persists, school administrators may assign students to the conflict
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resolution program in order to attempt to resolve the misbehavior without being suspended from
school. Students will be required to do all of their coursework and take any quizzes or tests that
they are missing due to their placement in ISS. Failure to abide by the rules of the conflict
resolution monitor or continued misbehavior will result in suspension from school and possible
charges being filed in Juvenile Court.
SUSPENSION
When misconduct of a serious or disruptive nature continues or a serious violation of school policy
has been committed, a student may be suspended for a period of 1 to 10 days depending on the
nature of the offense and the number of accumulated offenses. In compliance with the law,
students will be given written notice of the intention to suspend and the reasons for such intended
suspension. When suspended, the student and parent/guardian will be advised in writing of their
right to appeal the decision at a hearing before the Board of Education (or its designee).
JUVENILE COURT
When misconduct continues or a student has committed a major offense, as defined in this
handbook, the Carroll County Prosecuting Attorney may be consulted and subsequent “Unruly”
charges may be recommended to the Carroll County Juvenile Court. The legal definition of an
unruly child is found in the Ohio Revised Code Section 2151.022(B) and reads: “Who appears to
be an unruly child in that he/she does not subject himself/herself to the reasonable control of
parent, teacher, guardian or custodian by reason of being wayward or habitually disobedient to
wit...” Filing “Unruly” charges may be used to ensure that the educational process is beneficial to
all students attending Carrollton High School.
EXPULSION
An expulsion is any removal from school for a period of more than ten days. Expulsions are only
administered by the superintendent or their designee. A student may be expelled for a maximum of
80 school days unless the expulsion is for bringing a dangerous weapon to school or a school-
sponsored event.
DISCIPLINARY PROBATION
A cumulative record of each student’s misconduct will be kept by the assistant principal. This
record will note all violations (minor and major) accumulated during the school year. Once a
student has accumulated 10 misconduct referrals, he/she will be placed on disciplinary probation.
Once on disciplinary probation, any misconduct may result in suspension from school for a period
of three to ten days and notification of Juvenile Court.
SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION APPEALS
It is the right of the student or his/her parent, guardian, or custodian to appeal a suspension or
expulsion to the Board of Education (or it’s designee) and to be represented at this hearing by legal
counsel (at their own expense). Requests for an appeal of a suspension must be submitted, in
writing, to the office of the building administrator who initiated the suspension. It will then be
forwarded to the Board of Education. Requests for an appeal of an expulsion must be sent to the
superintendent’s office.
C. SEARCH AND SEIZURE POLICY
It is the policy of the school district to give maximum adherence to the constitutional rights of all
people. Once “reasonable suspicion” to proceed with a search is established, school officials
should act in the best interest of students as well as the welfare of the total school district.
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Whenever a search of a student or his property is conducted, a third party, preferably a certificated
employee, should be present.
Search of Lockers and Desks - Student lockers and desks are the property of the Carrollton
Board of Education and are provided to students as a convenience for their use. Lockers carry no
expectation of privacy for the students who occupy them. Lockers and their contents are subject to
search by school authorities at any time and without warning.
When there is information to believe that a student has in his/her locker or desk an illegal or
dangerous item, contraband or stolen object, school officials, with or without the presence of law
enforcement authorities, may open the locker or desk and seize the illegal or dangerous item,
contraband or stolen object.
In addition to the confiscation of illegal or dangerous items, items which may be used to disrupt or
interfere with the educational process may be temporarily removed from student possession. The
student shall be given a list of any items impounded by school administrators and parents shall be
notified of those items.
Search of Cars - Any vehicle entering the school area is subject to search by school authorities
and law enforcement personnel working with them. Such search may be conducted without warrant
for any reasonable purpose. Search of vehicles includes all compartments and components
thereof. Once a search begins, the person in control of the vehicle will not be permitted to remove it
from the premises during the reasonable duration of the search.
Search of Person or Personal Items - An inspection of a student and/or their property may be
made by school officials when they have information to believe that a student has on their person
or within their purse, briefcase, satchel, or other personal item container, an illegal or dangerous
item, contraband, or alleged stolen object(s) that school and/or law enforcement officials believe
presents an imminent danger or harm to the student or others. The student may be confronted by
school officials or law enforcement officers and asked to voluntarily acknowledge the item or
contraband and surrender it. Should the student refuse, he may be restrained by school officials
and the parents notified before any personal search is conducted. Items constituting an imminent
danger to the health and safety of any person or to the property of any person or the school district
shall be confiscated.
Searches by K-9 units - In order to promote safety, order, and discipline, the Carrollton Exempted
Village School District may, from time to time, request law enforcement agencies to assist the
district in detecting the presence of illegal drugs and/or weapons in our school. The district and/or
law enforcement officials are authorized by the Board of Education to use dogs trained to detect
the presence of drugs and/or weapons to patrol school facilities, parking areas, etc. These patrols
will be random. Any time a dog alerts to a particular vehicle, locker, etc., it will be considered to
create reasonable suspicion to search that vehicle, locker, etc. in accordance with established
procedures.
Questioning of Students - School officials have the right and duty to interview students
concerning misconduct or incidents which may have occurred during school hours, on school
property, or be related to school activities. Such questioning may be conducted for the purpose of
maintaining an orderly school operation, protecting the health and safety of students or staff, or
determining the presence of dangerous weapons or other prohibited materials. The interview may
be conducted with or without the notification or permission of the parent(s). Law enforcement
officials may be consulted to determine if an illegal act has been committed. Law enforcement
officials shall secure permission from school officials before questioning a student during school
hours who is suspected of committing unruly or delinquent acts. School officials and/or parents
shall be present during all such questioning of students by law enforcement officials.
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D. UNIVERSAL MAJOR OFFENSES
This school district recognizes its major responsibility to provide a safe environment for all students
and employees. Because of this responsibility, any student conduct that jeopardizes the health or
safety of students or staff members is prohibited. While most rules are developed to insure an
orderly environment that is appropriate for the ages of students, certain activities are of such a
dangerous nature that they are prohibited district wide and will be dealt with severely regardless of
the age or grade level of students involved. These major offenses include:
1. Assaulting a Staff Member or Student: Striking, kicking, or pushing a staff member or other
student with the intent to do bodily harm will not be tolerated. Students violating this provision will face
severe disciplinary action which could include suspension or expulsion from school and charges filed
with the appropriate law enforcement agency. Ohio law makes assault in a school zone a 4th degree
Felony.
2. Breaking and Entering: A student will not break and enter or attempt to break and enter school or
private property either on school grounds or at any school activity, function or event off school
grounds.
3. Cell phones/electronic devices: Students may use their phones and MP3 players during class
changes, at lunch, and for educational purposes in class when allowed by the classroom teacher.
Students are not allowed to use their phones and/or electronic devices during instructional time
without the permission of the teacher, in the restrooms/locker rooms, or during study hall/advisory.
4. Dangerous Weapons in the School: The Board is committed to providing the students of the
District with an educational environment which is free of the dangers of firearms, knives, and other
dangerous weapons in the schools. The definition of firearm shall include any weapon (including a
starter gun) which will, is designed, or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action
of any explosive; the frame or receiver of any such weapon; any firearm muffler or firearm silencer;
or any destructive device (as defined in 18 U.S.C.A. Sections 921-924.), which includes but is not
limited to any explosive, incendiary, or poisonous gas: bomb, grenade, or rocket having a
propellant charge of more than four ounces, missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of
more than one-quarter ounce, mine or device similar to any of the devices described above.
Students are prohibited from bringing a firearm on school property, in a school vehicle or to any
school-sponsored activity. If a student brings a firearm on school property, in a school vehicle or to
any school-sponsored activity, the superintendent shall expel this student from school for a period
of one calendar year and shall notify the appropriate criminal justice or juvenile delinquency
authorities. Any such expulsion shall extend, as necessary, into the school year following the
school year in which the incident occurred. The superintendent may reduce the one-year
expulsion on a case by case basis.
Matters which might lead to a reduction of the expulsion period include: an incident involving a
disabled student and the incident is a manifestation of the disability; the age of the student and its
relevance to the punishment; the prior disciplinary history of the student; and/or the intent of the
perpetrator.
Students are also prohibited from bringing knives on school property, in a school vehicle or to any
school-sponsored activity. The definition of a knife includes, but is not limited to, a cutting
instrument consisting of a sharp blade fastened to a handle. If a student brings a knife on school
property, in a school vehicle or to any school-sponsored activity, the superintendent is authorized
by the board to expel the student from school with the same expulsion implications as noted above.
The board extends the right to expel a student for reasons beyond the possession of a firearm or a
knife. Students who possess or use other dangerous weapons, which are defined as (but not
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limited to): objects indistinguishable from a firearm (“look-alike” guns), metal knuckles, straight
razors, explosives, noxious irritation or poisonous gases, poisons, drugs or other items possessed
with the intent to use, sell, harm, threaten, or harass students and staff members are subject to
expulsion. Charges may also be filed in Juvenile Court.
5. Possessing, Using, Selling, Buying, or Transferring Illegal Drugs, Paraphernalia, Un-
prescribed Drugs, Look-alike Drugs, Steroids, Alcohol, Other Controlled Substances, or
Abusing a Prescribed Drug on School Property or at a School-Sponsored Event: Students
violating this provision will face severe disciplinary action which could include suspension or
expulsion from school and charges filed with the appropriate law enforcement agency.
6. Destruction of school or private property: Discipline will be issued for each offense as well
as requiring restitution to the offended party.
7. Extortion: A student will not obtain or attempt to obtain another person’s property, either by
implied or expressed threat.
8. Disrespect and Disobedience: Verbal disrespect, obscene gestures, disobedience toward
school personnel or failure to follow instructions given by school personnel will not be tolerated.
9. Disruption of School: Any serious disruption of school that results in the loss of instruction
time or creates a hardship for a student or staff member. (Repeated pranks, misconduct, etc.)
10. False Fire Alarm: This offense will be reported to Juvenile Court.
11. Fighting: Striking, kicking or pushing another student with the intent to do bodily harm. All
fights will be dealt with severely by the administration.
12. Fire: Students are prohibited from the unauthorized use of fire on school premises. This would
include but is not limited to the possession of lighters, matches and other incendiary devices.
Students who possess such items may be subject to disciplinary action which may include after
school detention, Saturday school, suspension or expulsion.
13. Gambling: Students are not allowed to participate in the act of illegal gambling for money or
valuables on school premises or at school events.
14. Harassment of a Staff Member or Student: Students shall not threaten, act or participate in
or attempt to threaten, act or participate in any act or acts that injure, degrade, or disgrace any
teacher or student. Students who violate this provision will face severe disciplinary action which
could include suspension or expulsion from school and charges filed with the appropriate law
enforcement agency.
It shall further be the policy of this school district to prohibit any student conduct that is illegal or
that jeopardizes the health and/or welfare of staff members or students at school sponsored
events. Should an incident occur that poses a significant threat to the safety and well-being of
students or staff members, the Board of Education authorizes its administration to take appropriate
disciplinary action that will serve as a deterrent for others.
15. Hazing: Hazing is defined as doing any act or coercing another, including the victim, to do any
act of initiation unto any student or other organization that causes or creates a substantial risk of
causing mental or physical harm to any person. Permission, consent, or assumption of risk by an
individual subjected to hazing does not lessen the prohibition contained in this policy.
Hazing activities of any type are inconsistent with the educational process and shall be prohibited
at all times. No administrator, faculty member, or other employee of the district shall encourage,
permit, condone, or tolerate any hazing activities.
Administrators, faculty members, and all other employees of the school district shall be particularly
alert to possible situations, circumstances or events which might include hazing. If hazing or
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planned hazing is discovered, involved students shall be informed by the discovering school
employee of the prohibition contained in this policy and shall be required to end all hazing activities
immediately.
All hazing incidents shall be reported immediately to the superintendent. Administrators, faculty
members, students, and all other employees who fail to abide by this policy may be subject to
disciplinary action.
16. Inciting Others to Violence or Disruption: Students are prohibited from inciting others by
words or deeds that directly result in violence or a disruption to the atmosphere of order and
discipline necessary for effective learning.
17. Sexual Harassment: Sexual harassment is prohibited because it violates federal and state
laws. The legal definition of sexual harassment is: Unwanted sexual advances which may be
verbal, nonverbal, or physical. (Examples include, but are not limited to: touching, fondling,
grabbing and/or pinching in a sexual way; kissing or holding against a student’s will; shown, given,
or left sexual pictures, photographs, illustrations, messages or notes; comments about body parts;
sexual advances, suggestions or threats; spreading rumors about other students; jokes of a sexual
nature, or any other unwanted act of a sexual nature.) Harassment of a sexual nature will not be
tolerated. Any offense may result in a suspension and/or expulsion with possible charges being
filed in Juvenile Court.
18. Smoking and/or possession of Tobacco Materials on or Near School Property: This
includes but is not limited to cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and look-alike items.
19. Vaping and/or possession of Vaping Materials on or Near School Property: This includes
but is not limited to vapes, vape pens, pods, vape juice, chargers, and look-alike items.
(For more information on Vaping, see CEVSD Board Policy 7434)
20. Theft: Stealing (or unauthorized possession of) school property or the personal property of a
student or school personnel.
21. Trespassing or Loitering: A student will not be present in a school building or on school
grounds at unauthorized times. If involved in an extracurricular activity, students will only be
allowed in their locker room or activity areas. Any students involved in extracurricular activities will
not be allowed to go back to their lockers for books or other possessions. These items should be
taken with each student when school is dismissed.
22. Truancy: Absent from school without permission, leaving school premises without
permission, or students who cut class for two or more class periods.
E. MAJOR OFFENSES - PENALTIES
Major offenses will result in disciplinary action of a more serious nature, including Saturday school,
out of school suspension and/or expulsion with possible charges being filed in Carroll County
Juvenile Court. Parents will be notified, and legal authorities may be notified, depending on the
offense. Major offenses apply to extracurricular activities as well as school day activities.
23. Alcohol and Drugs: Possessing, Using, Selling, Buying, or Transferring Illegal Drugs,
Paraphernalia, Unprescribed Drugs, Look-alike Drugs, Steroids, Alcohol, Other Controlled
Substances, or Abusing a Prescribed Drug on School Property or at a School-Sponsored
Event.
1st Offense: 10 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal. Distribution
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or sale of drugs or alcohol will result in recommended expulsion and charges
filed in Juvenile Court.
2nd Offense: 10 day suspension, recommended for expulsion, parents notified, and
charges filed in Juvenile Court.
24. Destruction of School and Private Property:
1st Offense: Up to 10 day suspension, parent conference with assistant principal and
restitution.
2nd Offense: 10 day suspension, recommended for expulsion, parents notified, & charges
filed in Juvenile Court.
25. Disrespect and Disobedience: Verbal disrespect, obscene gestures or disobedience toward
school personnel or failure to follow instructions given by school personnel will not be tolerated.
1st Offense: Up to 10 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal.
2nd Offense: 10 day suspension, may recommend for expulsion, parents notified, charges
may be filed in Juvenile Court.
26. Disruption of School: Any serious disruption of school that results in the loss of instruction
time or creates a hardship for a student or staff member. (Repeated misconduct, pranks, etc.)
1st Offense: Up to 10 day suspension, parent conference with assistant principal and
restitution.
2nd Offense: 10 day suspension, may recommend for expulsion, parents notified, charges
may be filed in Juvenile Court.
27. False Fire Alarm:
Each Offense: 10 day suspension, parents notified, and charges filed in Juvenile Court.
28. Fighting: Striking, kicking or pushing another student with the intent to do bodily harm. All
fights will be dealt with severely by the administration.
1st Offense: 10 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal. Charges
may be filed in Juvenile Court.
2nd Offense: 10 day suspension, possible recommended expulsion, parents notified,
charges filed in Juvenile Court.
29. Smoking and/or Possession of Tobacco Materials on or Near School Property:
1st Offense: 3 days of I.S.S and parents notified. Student will complete coursework on
tobacco information while in I.S.S.
2nd Offense: 5 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal.
3rd Offense: 10 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal. Repeat
offenses may result in recommendation for expulsion.
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30. Vaping and/or Possession of Vaping Materials on or Near School Property:
(For more information on Vaping, see CEVSD Board Policy 7434)
1st Offense: 3 days of I.S.S and parents notified. Student will complete coursework on
vaping information while in I.S.S.
2nd Offense: 5 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal.
3rd Offense: 10 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal. Repeat
offenses may result in recommendation for expulsion.
31. Theft: Stealing (or unauthorized possession of) school property or the personal property of a
student or school personnel.
1st Offense: Up to 10 day suspension, parent conference with assistant principal, and
restitution.
2nd Offense: 10 day suspension, parents notified and charges may be filed in Juvenile
Court. Repeated offenses will result in recommended expulsion.
32. Truancy: Absent from school without permission, leaving school premises without permission,
and students who cut two or more class periods.
1st Offense: Saturday school and parents notified.
2nd Offense: 3 day suspension and parent conference with assistant principal.
3rd Offense: 10 day suspension, parents notified, and charges filed in Juvenile Court.
Repeat offenses will result in recommended expulsion.
33. Cell Phone/Electronic Device Personal communication devices (cell phones, earbuds,
headphones, computers, tablets, electronic readers or other web-enabled devices) are prohibited
during normal school hours. These devices, if brought to school, must be powered off and stored
in student lockers. Students in grades 8-12 only may use their devices during their lunch break.
The only devices students may use during the school day are district–issued chromebooks or
iPads. Use of a phone and/or electronic device when not allowed will result in the following:
1st Offense: Detention
2nd Offense: Detention
3rd Offense: Saturday School
4th Offense: Five (5) Days of In School Suspension
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F. MINOR OFFENSES
These areas of prohibited student conduct may result in after school detention, Saturday school
detention, suspension, immediate removal from school premises, parent conference, or a counseling
referral depending on the nature of the offense. Detention may be assigned by the classroom
teacher.
1. Dress code violation 11. Class disturbance
2. Hall pass violation 12. Misconduct in the halls
3. Driving/parking violation 13. Profanity (spoken or written)
4. Cafeteria misconduct 14. Tardiness to school or class
5. Physical display of affection 15. Library misconduct
6. Misuse of gum 16. Internet violation
7. Littering of building, grounds, etc. 17. Locker misuse
8. Writing on desks, walls, lockers 18. Forgery
9. Assembly disturbance 19. Insubordination
10. Distribution of unauthorized material 20. Leaving class w/o permission
G. DRESS CODE
Objectives:
1. To help guide students to respect appropriate standards of attire.
2. To assure that clothing and accessories worn by students are free of safety hazards
and do not distract from the educational process.
Guidelines for Students:
1. All clothing must be neat, clean and well fitting.
2. Clothing must not be transparent or see-through.
3. Undergarments must be worn and must not be showing.
4. Clothing must be properly fitting. It must not be too large and loose fitting that it is a
safety hazard.
5. Facial piercings are not permitted with the exception of a single nose piercing.
6. Clothing must cover the region from the shoulders to the mid-thigh (‘fingertip length’ is a
guideline).
7. Skirts, dresses, and shorts must reach the mid-thigh when firmly secured at the waist.
8. All shirts and dresses must have a sleeve and show no cleavage. Tank tops are not
permitted.
9. Any slits in dresses and skirts must not extend above the mid-thigh.
10. Dresses and shirts must not be backless or semi-backless.
11. Shirts must be long enough to cover abdomen and back even when seated.
12. Tight-fitting shorts made of spandex material are not permitted.
13. Pants must be secured at waist.
14. If pants have holes, they must be below mid-thigh or leggings must be worn under the
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pants. (No skin showing above the mid-thigh).
15. Flannel pants and pajama pants are not permitted.
16. Garments, accessories, tattoos and clothing may not display inappropriate or indecent
pictures, advertisements or slogans. This includes but is not limited to any statements
or implications to alcohol, drugs, tobacco, sex, violence, death, hate, racism, violence,
obscene language or satanic cults.
17. No garment may cover the head including hats, hoodies, sweatbands, bandanas, etc.
during the school day.
18. Outdoor clothing and accessories such as heavy coats, trench coats, hats, gloves,
sunglasses etc. are not to be worn in the building.
19. Foot apparel designed for street wear must be worn inside the building. Slippers and
cleats are not permitted in the building.
20. Any garment or accessory which is perceived by the administration as a potential
weapon is not permitted, including but not limited to wallet chains, chains, spiked
chokers or spiked bracelets.
It is generally agreed that to be fashionably dressed is not always to be appropriately dressed.
While in school, students must always be dressed properly. Because fashion is subject to change,
it is impossible to anticipate and list all areas in which decisions on “extreme and acceptable” will
need to be made. Any clothing or accessory that does not follow the guidelines of the dress code,
is contrary to the basic educational mission of the school, does not meet the standards of the
community, or is considered inappropriate by the building principal will result in a dress code
violation. Any teacher has the right to send a student to the office for a potential dress code
violation. Any student departing from appropriate standards of dress will be sent home, whenever
possible, and will be permitted to make up work missed while absent from school. Detentions may
be assigned for every dress code violation and may be assigned by the classroom teacher. The
dress code will be a progressive discipline policy. Continued offenses may lead to a Saturday
School, suspension, and/or the loss of privileges. The dress code applies to all students attending
Carrollton High School and Carrollton Middle School, including but not limited to the Power Digital
Academy and the Power Training Center.
H. DRIVING OR RIDING TO SCHOOL
1. Our school district provides safe and efficient bus transportation, consistent with Ohio Revised
Code, for all eligible students who attend Carrollton Schools or Buckeye Career Center.
2. Students who have an extracurricular activity after school, early job placement, cooperative
training, or another valid reason for driving and/or riding as a passenger in a private vehicle to
Carrollton High School and Buckeye Career Center may do so if a driving permit is issued.
3. Parental written permission must be obtained from both the driver’s parents as well as the
rider’s parents and be on file in the office. Failure to obtain proper parental written permission
for driving and/or riding in a private vehicle may result in the loss of that privilege. Parents of
all violators will be notified by the appropriate building administrator.
4. Students are not permitted to visit or use their cars during the school day without the approval
of the principal or assistant principal.
5. Students participating in a school-sponsored activity may not drive or transport others to a
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school-sponsored activity held outside the school district.
6. Parking is restricted to the student parking lot.
7. Students are not permitted to ride the bus to school and leave in a private car without written
parental permission and the approval of the principal or assistant principal.
8. Students are to follow all driving laws such as but not limited to wearing a seat belt as well as
not texting and driving.
9. In compliance with state law, student drivers under the age of 17 years old are not permitted to
transport more than one person who is not a family member unless the driver is accompanied
by his/her parent, guardian or custodian.
10. Students who drive recklessly or at an excessive speed for a school zone may have their
driving privileges withdrawn and the police will be notified if they continue to drive in this
manner.
11. Any vehicle entering the school area is subject to search by school authorities and law
enforcement personnel working with them. Such search may be conducted without warrant for
any reasonable purpose. Search of vehicles includes all compartments and components
thereof. Once a search begins, the person in control of the vehicle will not be permitted to
remove it from the premises during the reasonable duration of the search.
I. SCHOOL BUS RULES
Students are expected to behave on the bus the same as in the classroom. The bus driver is
responsible for the behavior and safety of his/her passengers and will inform the principal of
students that continue to be behavior problems. Disciplinary action will include verbal warning,
detention, Saturday school, notification of possible removal, and removal from the bus for 1-10
days.
BUS RULES THAT STUDENTS MUST OBSERVE
1. Pupils must leave or board the bus at their assigned locations unless they have parental and
administrative authorization to do otherwise.
2. Pupils must refrain from eating and drinking on the bus except as required for medical reasons.
3. Pupils must sit only in their assigned seats.
4. There must be absolute quiet at railroad crossings and other places of danger as specified by the
driver.
5. Noise on the bus should be kept to a minimum. The same behavior is expected on a school
bus as in a classroom. Pupils may talk quietly if the driver permits.
6. Pupils are not permitted to change seats.
7. Pupils must not throw or pass objects on, from, or into the bus.
8. Pupils must not hang any object or part of their bodies outside the bus window.
9. Any child who insists on misbehaving shall be denied the privilege of riding the bus by the proper
authority.
10. Cross the street at least ten feet in front of the bus and upon the signal of the driver.
11. Pupils are not permitted to transport animals, glass materials, or anything that could be
considered dangerous.
12. Pupils may carry on the bus only objects that can be held in their laps.
13. Pupils should load promptly on the bus when dismissed from school. When discharged from
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the bus, they must go directly to their homes.
14. Positively no smoking or the use of any tobacco product is allowed on the bus.
15. Students that appear to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be denied bus privileges
and reported to the proper authorities.
16. Students must comply with driver’s instructions.
17. Upon driver’s approval, students may use headphones on regular route buses.
18. Pupils must not use profane language.
19. When a student is riding the bus home with another student, written permission must be given
by both parents and the notes signed by the building principal. Some buses are full and
additional students may not be permitted to ride.
IV. ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Please consult the Guidance Office or Registration Guide if you need further academic
requirements or information.
ACADEMIC HALL OF FAME
The Academic Hall of Fame program was implemented to promote academic achievement and
provide more recognition of honor roll students. CHS students and Buckeye Career Center
students who make the honor roll all four nine weeks of this school year will qualify for the
Academic Hall of Fame. The assembly to recognize students who qualify for the Academic Hall of
Fame this year will be held in the fall of the following school year.
CLASS STANDING
Class standing will be determined by the number of credits earned:
Freshman = 0 - 4.75 credits Sophomore = 5 - 9.75 credits
Junior = 10 - 14.75 credits Senior = 15 or more credits
EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS
A summary of the various educational options is included in this Student Handbook in order to
inform students of available options. Students interested in a particular option should contact a
school counselor for specific information and guidelines.
Correspondence Courses: This option is available to students cleared for early graduation or for
students who need to complete deficiencies in order to graduate. A maximum of two units may be
applied toward graduation requirements. Correspondence courses must be taken during the
summer unless the desired course is not offered during the school year, or the student cannot be
scheduled in the course.
Early Graduation: A student wishing to complete formal high school requirements in an
abbreviated program may do so through the Early Graduation option. Applications for this option
are not accepted until the end of the sophomore year, and the student must have at least a 2.5
grade point average and have met all state testing requirements for graduation to be considered for
this option.
Credit Flexibility: Credit Flexibility allows students the opportunity to earn credits toward
graduation in non-traditional ways. Students may choose to use independent study, life
experiences, college coursework, internships, or any number of activities to earn high school credit.
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Any student interested in this opportunity must schedule an appointment with a school counselor to
discuss their idea and to fill out an application.
Independent Study: This option provides an opportunity for second semester freshmen through
senior level students to study one or more academic areas beyond the curriculum offered at
Carrollton High School. While the option includes all areas of the curriculum, students must have
at least a B average in the area of independent study, and the study must be in addition to the six
course requirements for each semester. All independent study applications are subject to approval
by the building principal.
College Credit Plus: Students in the 9
th
, 10
th
, 11
th
, or 12
th
grades can enroll, on a full-time or part-
time basis, in courses at any college or university in Ohio. If interested, students and their parents
are required to meet with a school counselor at the high school. After this meeting, the student will
have to apply and gain acceptance to the college of their choice. Courses may be taken at the High
School, on a college campus, or online.
Pass-Fail Courses: Qualifying students may enroll in an elective course without affecting the
grade point average or class rank if a passing mark is obtained. Courses excluded from this option
include required or advanced courses, band, and choir. A maximum of one pass-fail course per
year is permitted. Students must apply for the pass-fail option within the first ten days of the class.
Warrior Digital Academy: The Warrior Digital Academy is an approved on-line educational option
that is provided by the Carrollton Exempted Village School District. The objective of the program is
to provide opportunities for required credit to be earned, and is tailored to fit all learning styles,
interests, and needs of students.
A student and parent/guardian must initiate all requests for coursework from the Warrior Digital
Academy in the high school counseling office. An application must be completed, and is subject to
approval by the principal and district superintendent. Students must be currently enrolled to
participate in this program.
It is important to note that while a student on WDA does not attend Carrollton High School on a
daily basis, they (and their parents/guardians) are responsible for ensuring that daily progress is
made on the WDA curriculum. Student progress will be monitored by Carrollton High School
officials. If a student is not making satisfactory progress, as evidenced by the number of units
completed, the student may be referred to Juvenile Court authorities as a truancy case.
Points Needed to Pass Courses
In order to earn credit for a year-long course, a student must pass a minimum of three nine week
grading periods or two nine week grading periods and both exams. An easy way to explain is that
each nine weeks grade is worth two points, and each exam is worth one point. A student must earn
six points in order to pass a course (Three points are needed to pass a semester course).
Points Needed to Qualify for Fifth Quarter Credit Recover
If a student does not earn the required six points in a course, they will receive an F on their
transcript. However, if they earned at least four points, they qualify for fifth quarter over the
summer. If they complete their summer school recovery, their grade will be changed to a D- and
they will start the next school year with no further remediation.
Points Needed to Qualify for Credit Recovery
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If a student earns two or three points in a course, they qualify for credit recovery for the next school
year. They will be placed in the WDA lab for one period until they complete the required work,
which will then change their grade to a D-. Students may retake the course in its entirety in the
building with those two final grades averaged together.
Senior Options for Failed Courses
1.) If a senior earns four or five points, they may take Fifth Quarter Recovery during the 4
th
Nine
Weeks. If the student chooses this option, they will not participate in the commencement exercises
as they failed a required course for graduation and made it up through fifth quarter.
2.) The student may choose to make up the entire course through WDA. The student would have
two grades in this case on their transcript. In this situation, the student could still participate in
commencement.
3.) If the student has two points after the 3
rd
Nine Weeks, they will be placed into credit recovery to
complete a semester of work during the 4
th
Nine Weeks. If the work is completed, they will receive
a D- for the course and will not participate in commencement.
4.) If a senior fails a CCP course during the 1
st
semester, they will be placed into WDA to do a full
year course in the subject that they failed. Both grades will appear on the transcript. They would
also be able to participate in commencement if they pass the WDA course. If they fail a 2
nd
semester CCP course, they will have to sign up for WDA over the summer to earn their credit and
they would not be able to participate in commencement.
GRADE POINT AVERAGE AND CLASS RANK
Grade point averages are computed at the end of the year for 9th, 10th, and 11th grades.
Preliminary computations for senior grade point average and class rank will be done at the end of
the seventh semester. This information will be available for colleges, scholarship agencies, and
prospective employers. However, the final ranking for commencement will not be completed until
after the end of the 4th nine weeks.
GRADUATION
To receive a diploma, a student must meet both of the following criteria:
1) Meet all requirements established by the Board of Education; and
2) Pass all components of their state tests
Students who fail to meet these conditions will not receive a diploma and will not be permitted to
participate in Commencement exercises.
Graduating students that have more than fifteen (15) unexcused absences for the school year may
be denied credit for their classes. A committee of administrators, guidance counselors, and faculty
members would meet to hear an appeal to decide if credit should given to a graduating student
with more than fifteen (15) unexcused absences.
The Commencement exercises are a privilege and not a right. Only students having met all state
and local requirements (including attendance at graduation practice) will participate in the
commencement ceremony. Any misconduct leading up to the commencement date may impact
the student’s ability to participate in the commencement exercises.
Students that fail a required course (or use 5
th
quarter credit recovery to pass a required course),
will not be permitted to take part in the commencement exercises.
Graduating students with twelve (12) or more unexcused absences for the school year may be
denied the privilege of participating in prom and the senior trip.
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Students with multiple suspensions will not be allowed to participate in the commencement
ceremony and other senior privileges.
GRADUATION HONORS
In order to be named Valedictorian, a student must meet the three following criteria:
1) Earn an Honors Diploma;
2) Take four of the following courses at CHS: CCP Language Arts, CCP Political Science,
AP Biology, AP Physics, Human Body Systems, Chemistry 2, Calculus, Spanish IV or
French IV, four years of the same elective (not to include semester classes)
3) Have the highest grade point average in the class.
*Note: If students want to meet criteria (2) with CCP courses, they should meet with the
school counselor and principal before enrolling in the course to ensure that the course
content will meet the level required for that criteria.
The Salutatorian must meet the same criteria as the Valedictorian, but will have the second highest
grade point average in the class. In the event that two or more students have the same grade
point average, the student with the highest score on the ACT/SAT will be named Valedictorian and
the student with the second highest score on the ACT/SAT will be named Salutatorian. (It is
possible that multiple Valedictorians and/or Salutatorians will be named.) Any student who
achieves at least a 3.900 grade point average, or is in the top 5% of their class, will be named a
“Graduate with Distinction”. This designation does not require the student to earn an Honors
Diploma.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Each student must earn a minimum of 21 credits to graduate. Every student must enroll in six
classes a day. Any deviation from this policy requires the approval of the principal. The student’s
choice of subjects should prepare them for their chosen vocation after graduation. Therefore, a
student should plan an educational program which will fit his/her interest, abilities, and plans for the
future.
GRADING SCALE
Letters will be used to indicate a student’s grade on interim reports and grade cards according to
the following scale:
93 – 100 = A (4.0) 83 – 86 = B (3.0) 73 – 76 = C (2.0) 63 – 66 = D (1.0)
90 – 92 = A– (3.7) 80 – 82 = B– (2.7) 70 – 72 = C– (1.7) 60 – 62 = D– (0.7)
87 – 89 = B+ (3.3) 77 – 79 = C+ (2.3) 67 – 69 = D+ (1.3) 0 – 59 = F (0.0)
HONOR ROLL
Our school district has three honor rolls. Students are included on the honor roll based on Grade
Point Average. No student will be included on the honor roll if they receive a grade of “D” or “F” in any
course.
Distinguished: 4.0 GPA Merit: 3.6 – 3.99 GPA Honor: 3.0 – 3.59 GPA
SEMESTER/FINAL EXAMS
An exam will be given in each course at the end of the first semester and at the end of the year.
Each exam will count for 10% of the final course grade. These exams may be paper-pencil tests or
a project designed by the teacher.
FINAL GRADE CALCULATION
The final grade for all courses will be calculated by doubling the nine week grades, adding in the
exams, and then dividing by 10. Therefore, each nine weeks is worth 20% of the final grade and
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the exams are worth the final 20%.
CRITERIA FOR EARNING CREDIT
In order to earn credit for a course, a student must pass a minimum of three nine week grading
periods or two nine week grading periods AND both exams. An easy way to explain is that each
nine week grade is worth two ‘points’ and each exam is worth one ‘point’. A student must earn six
‘points’ in order to pass a course.
ACADEMIC HONORS DIPLOMA
To qualify for an ACADEMIC honors diploma, students in an Enriched College Preparatory
Curriculum must meet seven of eight requirements defined as:
1. English – 4 units
2. Mathematics – 4 units: Algebra 1; Geometry; Algebra 2; one additional higher-level course
3. Science – 4 units: Including two units of advanced science
4. Social Studies – 4 units
5. Foreign Language – 3 units of one language or 2 units of two languages
6. Fine Arts – 1 unit (must be taken in high school)
7. Grade Point Average – 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
8. A composite score of 27 on the ACT or 1210 on the SAT (excluding writing)
Any student who is interested in earning a STEM honors diploma, an ARTS honors diploma, or a
SOCIAL SCIENCE and CIVIC ENGAGEMENT honors diploma should see the counseling office for
the alternative criteria.
INCOMPLETE WORK/CREDIT FOR COURSES
If students fail to complete assignments given by a teacher, they will receive an “Incomplete” (or I)
on the grade card for that grading period. An “I” will also be given to any student who earns less
than a 50% in a course during a grading period. No credit can be earned for the course until the
missing work is turned in or the percentage is raised above 50 and the “I” changed to a letter
grade. Students will be accountable for the work that is assigned to them by the faculty.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY - SELECTION PROCESS
1. Selection will be made annually through the efforts of a five member faculty selection
committee, with the assistance of the full faculty. The identity of the Faculty Selection
Committee will be confidential and shall be appointed by the principal and advisor.
2. All students in the junior or senior class who hold a cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher will be
eligible.
3. Eligible students will be required to submit a letter to the Faculty Selection Committee. In this
letter, the student will demonstrate that they deserve membership in NHS by highlighting
themselves in terms of leadership, service, and character.
4. All faculty members will be given a list of candidates and asked to rate each one on a scale of
one to four--with four meaning “I strongly recommend this student”. Faculty members will be
asked to explain any rating below two (2). These rating sheets will be confidential.
5. Faculty rating sheets will be returned to the advisor who will calculate an average for each candidate.
6. Application letters of all eligible students will be presented to the Faculty Selection Committee.
The committee will review each application and discuss the qualifications of each candidate.
The selection committee will approve new members by a majority vote.
7. The Faculty Selection Committee reserves the right to eliminate faculty recommendations, all
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or in part, that appear to be inconsistent with the rating of the faculty at large.
8. All candidates will be notified by a letter from the advisor informing them of their acceptance or
denial into NHS.
9. The tapping and induction of new members will take place in the fall of each school year.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY - MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
1. Because being a member of the National Honor Society is considered an extracurricular
activity, all CHS rules for extracurricular activities apply.
2. Because being a member of NHS is a privilege and not a right, and because by virtue of being
selected you are held to higher standards, the following rules also apply:
A. Members are required to keep a log of community/school service hours. 1
st
year members
shall have ten (10) hours, and 2
nd
year members shall have fifteen (15) hours of
community service.
B. The following violations shall result in a written warning and/or other corrective measures.
If violation is not remedied, this will be considered grounds for dismissal from NHS. Once
a student has been dismissed, they will not be permitted to become a member again.
Violations include, but are not limited to:
1. A cumulative GPA below 3.4
2. Any actions or behaviors which are below the high standards of leadership, character
and service to which the member was selected.
C. In the case that disciplinary measures must be taken, the following procedure will apply:
1. The member will be notified in writing by the NHS advisor.
2. The member’s parents will be notified in writing by the NHS advisor.
3. A hearing will be held during which the situation will be presented to a faculty council.
4. The faculty council will vote to decide what action, if any, will be taken.
5. If the student wishes, the decision of the faculty council may be appealed to the
building principal.
6. The decision of the principal is final.
REPORT CARDS
Grade reports will be sent home four times a year. (Parents and students are encouraged to
actively monitor course grades on Progress Book throughout the school year) Grades for each
course and days counted absent or tardy will be recorded on each report. Any students or parents
that have questions regarding their course grades should first consult with the classroom teacher,
next with the counseling office, and finally with the principal.
SCHEDULE CHANGE GUIDELINES
1. Registration for courses is an important part of a student’s educational experience. Constant care
and consideration must be given to selecting the schedule that will best prepare the student for post
high school plans--whether it be college, employment, or other future training. Course selections
should be firm. Students should consult with parents, teachers and counselors before making final
course decisions.
2. Schedule changes will be made only when absolutely necessary. From the beginning of the
schedule process in March through June, ample opportunities are provided for students to take
an active part in the development of their schedule. Once school begins in August, a student’s
request to change a class will only be considered if the request is a response to a technical
error in scheduling or a student being academically misplaced as identified by the teacher.
3. Before a drop or change is complete, a parent, student and teacher conference may be
necessary. Before any change is made in a student’s schedule, parents must request the
change in writing or contact the school counselor.
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1. If a student has no study halls in a semester and the opposite semester has study halls, a
semester course could be moved from one semester to the other in order to balance the
schedule if:
a) The course is offered the other semester.
b) There are seats available in the new section.
2. If a student has been academically misplaced as determined by the student and the classroom
teacher, the student may be placed in a less difficult class if:
a) The student has made an effort to successfully complete all assignments.
b) The student and teacher have discussed and agree on the schedule change.
c) The parents and/or guardians have discussed the schedule change with the teacher
and/or guidance counselor.
d) There is room in another class as determined by the building principal.
No Schedule Changes:
1. No request by students for 9th period study hall and/or certain lunch periods will be honored.
2. No changes will be made because of teacher preference. The only possible exception to this
would be if a student has failed a course taught by the teacher in question and is repeating the
same course.
3. No schedule changes will be made for students who decide a course requires too much work
and who wish to transfer into a less difficult class.
Dropping Courses:
1. Students must have a minimum of six courses each semester. A student who is enrolled in
more than six classes who chooses to drop a course will receive a W/F for the semester or
year in the following cases:
a) The class is dropped after the first month of the semester.
b) The student does not transfer into a less difficult class.
c) The withdrawal is for disciplinary reasons.
The W/F mark is noted on the transcript and averaged in the cumulative GPA
2. W/P may be given for students who have been recommended to drop the course by the
teacher. The W/P mark is noted on the transcript and no credit is awarded for that course.
3. Required courses for graduation may not be dropped.
4. Once a course is dropped, a student may not reenter the course until the next semester or the
following year.
SENIOR RELEASE
In order to be eligible for consideration for Early Senior Release (or delayed start), students must
meet the following criteria:
1. Be a senior with at least 15 credits.
2. Be enrolled in at least six classes that earn a minimum of 4 1/2 credits toward graduation.
3. Have transportation to and from school.
4. Complete the appropriate application.
5. Obtain approval from the parents or guardians, the school counselor, and the building
principal.
6. All students must remain in school each day at least 5 1/2 hours excluding lunch.
Because the Senior Release is a privilege, the following guidelines must be followed in order to
keep Senior Release status:
1. Have C’s or better in all classes currently enrolled or from the last nine weeks of their junior
year.
2. Have no more than five unexcused absences/tardies for the year.
3. Have met all of the State Testing requirements for graduation.
4. Leave the school promptly. Students should not loiter on or near the school premises.
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Students needing to stay for after school activities must report to study hall if remaining in the
building.
Any exceptions to the above stated guidelines will be made by the principal.
TEACHER AIDE PROGRAM
Students who are interested in serving as a teacher aide must have a study hall, good attendance,
a C average, and no failing grades. Applications must be signed by the student, parent or
guardian, and supervising teacher. Approval will be given by the school counselor and principal.
Being a teacher aide does not permit a student to reign freely around the building. All teacher
aides are accountable for their own behavior and will be removed to study hall if they abuse this
privilege. In addition, aides who exceed three (3) unexcused absences/tardies for the year will be
removed and sent back to study hall.
COURT VOTING (Homecoming/Prom)
Fall Homecoming: The entire student body (9-12) votes for five (5) senior girls that will comprise
the court. After those five are selected, the senior class only will vote again for queen from the five
names on the court.
Winter Homecoming: Each class grades 9-11 will select one boy and one girl to be their class
attendants. The senior class will vote for two boys and two girls to make up the court, with the
leading vote getters being named the king and queen.
Prom: The senior class only will select five (5) boys and five (5) girls that will make up the prom
court, with the leading vote getters being named the king and queen. The junior class will also
select one boy and one girl to be named junior prince and princess.
* The fall homecoming queen will be removed from the following ballots, and the winter
homecoming king and queen along with the junior class attendants will be removed from the prom
ballot. Those who were on court, but were not named the king or queen, are allowed to remain on
future ballots.
V. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Sports Activities
Baseball “Black and White” School Newspaper Band
Boys’ Basketball “Carhisean” Yearbook Staff Steel Drum Band
Girls’ Basketball Student Council Speech & Debate
Boys Bowling Academic Challenge Choir
Girls Bowling Spanish Club Fall Play
Cheerleading French Club Musical
Cross Country National Honor Society Jazz Band
Football Class Officers (9-12)
Boys’ Golf Academic HOF
Girls’ Golf Prayer Warriors
Softball Prom Committee
Boys’ Track CHS Club
Girls’ Track FCCLA
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Boys’ Soccer FFA
Girls’ Soccer
Boys’ Volleyball
Girls’ Volleyball
Boys’ Wrestling
Girls’ Wrestling
All students are encouraged to participate in a wide variety of activities such as performing groups,
clubs, service organizations, publications and school teams. By joining a school organization,
however, certain standards and expectations are required of students. Participation in the
Carrollton High School student activity program is a privilege, not a right. Students can be denied
participation for misconduct, rule violations, or non-attendance by their coach/advisor and/or an
administrator.
Rules and regulations for athletic programs are listed in the district’s athletic handbook. Each
advisor or coach shall distribute and explain the rules and regulations pertinent to that particular
activity and list the possible penalties at an organizational meeting. These rules must be on file in
the student activity director’s office or principal’s office. Some of these rules are listed below:
A. All rules and procedures are in effect beginning with the first time a Code of Conduct is signed
and ending at the conclusion of the senior year.
B. The school discipline code and all penalties therein are in effect at all times. This includes
practice, meetings, travel time, school sponsored trips, and all performances.
C. Any student serving a suspension cannot participate in any activity on the day of the
suspension.
D. Students are not exempt from detentions or Saturday school for extracurricular activities.
E. Students must be in school a half day in order to participate in the activity. The athletic director
may grant exceptions to this rule based on review of individual cases and any extenuating
circumstances. Except in cases of emergency, permission must be granted prior to the
absence. Students who were not in school due to illness or who were dismissed early from
school due to illness may not participate in a practice or contest the same day.
F. Any athlete or cheerleader representing C.H.S. shall refrain from the use of alcohol, illegal drugs,
anabolic steroids or tobacco in any form at any time. Any confirmed violation of the following
policies will result in disciplinary action. The policy will be in effect for students in grades 7-12
involved in any extracurricular athletic event. A student will be under the jurisdiction of this policy
from the time they initially receive the policy through graduation. This policy will be in effect 365
days of the year. Penalties for violation of this policy will be cumulative throughout the student’s
career in each building. Infractions occurring in the Junior High School will not be carried over to
the High School.
- Chemical Policy
I. Possession, use, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol
A. First Offense
The athlete will be suspended for 50% of the current season. Should 50% of
the season not remain, the balance will carry into the next sport season the
athlete will participate in. The suspension will begin when law enforcement
charges are filed or an arrest is made. The suspension will also begin when an
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individual is seen by school personnel. A complete investigation will be
conducted. Tournament games do not count toward a game suspension.
Athletes found in violation of this policy, will be subject to a random drug test, at
their parent’s expense, at any time the high school principal or athletic director
deems necessary. They will be subject to no more than three (3) random tests
during their high school career and the test must be completed by a certified
test center and completed within 48 hours of notification. The athlete also must
complete a professional insight program with a certified counselor at the
parent’s expense.
B. Second Offense
The athlete will be denied participation in sports for one calendar year.
C. Third Offense
The athlete will be denied participation in sport for the remainder of their high
school career.
- Tobacco Policy
I. Possession and/or use of a tobacco product including e-cigarettes and other such
devices
A. First Offense
The athlete will be suspended for 30% of the current season. Should 30% of
the season not remain, the balance will carry into the next sport season that the
athlete will participate in. The athlete must also complete a smoking insight
program with a certified counselor. Tournament games do not count toward
game suspensions.
B. Second Offense
The athlete will be denied participation in 70% of the sport season. Should 70%
not remain, the balance will carry over to the next sport season that the athlete
participates in.
Third Offense
The athlete will be denied participation in sports for one calendar year.
Fourth Offense
The athlete will be denied participation in sports for the remainder of their high
school career.
*Note: With the Chemical/Alcohol and Tobacco policies, when an athlete is suspended, the
athlete must attend all practice sessions, games, and finish the season in good standing in order
for the suspension to be successfully completed. Any athlete who starts a sport season, must
complete the season in good standing, in order for any suspension they may be serving to be
considered toward their suspension fulfillment.
*Reminder: Any athlete serving a suspension, whether it be in school or out of school, will be
denied participation from contests while they are suspended. Students in ISS are permitted to
attend practice, while students suspended out of school are not permitted at any school function.
If no contests occur during a suspension, the athlete will miss their next scheduled contest.
G. Eligibility - In order to be eligible to participate in any interscholastic extracurricular activities,
students in grades 9-12 must receive a passing grade in a minimum of five (5) one credit courses,
or the equivalent, which count toward graduation (excluding physical education). In addition, a
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student must maintain a grade point average of 1.5 during the nine weeks.
H. Transportation - Team members are never permitted to drive to scrimmages or contests
outside our school district. Student athletes are expected to ride to and from the event on the
team bus or van. An exception may be made for a student to ride to or from the event with
their parent or guardian, however, a written request from the parent or guardian is to be given
to the coach. The coach may or may not approve the request at his/her discretion. Participants
wishing to ride home from a contest with a parent other than their own must present a note
from their parent or guardian to the coach prior to the contest. The parent must speak with the
coach before the student can leave.
I. No player may transfer from one sport to another during the same season. A player who quits
a sport or is suspended may not join the team of another sport either for preseason, post-
season or in season program until the conclusion of the last game of the sport which he/she
quit. If the athlete’s coach feels that he/she might benefit more from another sport during the
same season, the coach may grant permission to do so. This may take place only with the full
consent of both coaches and the athletic director.
ACTIVITIES CALENDAR 2023 – 2024
August 2023
Sunday-Friday 30
st
-4
th
CHS Band Camp
Friday 4
th
Marching Band Show 4:00 pm
Saturday 12
th
Band: Cedar Point
Wednesday 16
th
First Day of School for Students
Wednesday 30
th
Waiver Day- No School for Students
September 2023
Monday 4
th
Labor Day – No School
Saturday 9
th
Lake Band Show
Friday 15
th
Alumni Band Performance
Saturday 16
th
Band Show @ Stow
Wednesday 20
th
Homecoming Parade/Bonfire 6:00 pm
Saturday 23
rd
Fall Homecoming Dance 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Friday 29
th
CHS Picture Day
Saturday 30
th
CHS Band Extravaganza 6:30 pm
October 2023
Friday-Sunday 6
th
– 8
th
Atwood Fall Festival
Friday 13
th
End of the 1
st
Nine Weeks
Friday-Sunday 13
th
-15
th
Algonquin Mill Festival – Petersburg
Tuesday-Thursday 17
th-
19
th
Middle School Trip – DC
Wednesday 18
th
Inservice Day- No School for Students
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Monday 19
th
Marching Band Concert
Wednesday 25
th
CHS Choir Concert
Saturday 28
th
Malvern Drumline Festival
Saturday 28
th
ACT Test at CHS
November 2023
Wednesday-Saturday 1
st
-4
th
National FFA Convention/Indianapolis
Saturday 4
th
Band Craft Show – CES 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wednesday 8
th
CHS Band Banquet 6:30 pm
Friday 10
th
Veterans Day – Assembly
Friday-Saturday 10
th
-11
th
CHS Fall Play
Thursday 16
th
EBC Honors Choir (Alliance)
Wednesday-Monday 22
nd
-27th Thanksgiving Break
Saturday 25
th
Christmas Parade
December 2023
Friday-Saturday 1
st
-2
nd
Shrek
Wednesday 6
th
Steel Drum and Jazz Band Concert 7:00 pm
Tuesday 12
th
CHS Band and Choir Concert 7:00 pm
Wednesday 13
th
5
th
-8
th
Grade Band Concert 7:00 pm
Friday 15
th
End of the 2
nd
Nine Weeks
Monday-Monday 18
th
-1
st
Christmas Break
January 2024
Monday 15
th
Martin Luther King Jr. Day-No School
Saturday 27
th
HS Solo and Ensemble (Massillon)
February 2024
Saturday 3
rd
Winter Homecoming Dance 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday 10
th
ACT Test @ CHS
Monday 19
th
President’s Day – NO School
March 2024
Friday 8
th
End of the 3
rd
Nine Weeks
Friday-Saturday 8
th
-9
th
Large Group Band
Friday-Saturday 22
th
-23
rd
CHS Spring Musical – Frozen
Wednesday-Monday 27
th
-Apr.1
st
Spring Break
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April 2024
Friday-Saturday 19
th
-20
th
State- Large Group Band
Wednesday 24
th
CHS Choir Concert 7:00 pm
Friday 26
th
Mock Crash
Saturday 27
th
Promenade-Prom 5:30-7:00 pm and 7:00-11:00 pm
Monday 29
th
Oscar Night
May 2024
Wednesday 1
st
Bell-Herron Awards 7:30 pm
Thursday 2
nd
CHS & 8
th
Grade Band Concert 7:00 pm
Thursday 2
nd
National Day of Prayer 12:00 pm
Thursday-Friday 2
nd
-3
rd
FFA State Convention – Columbus
Thursday 9
th
Steel Drum and Jazz Band Concert 7:00 pm
Friday 10
th
Alumni Banquet
Friday 17
th
Last Day for Seniors-Seniors Assembly
Wednesday 22
nd
Graduation Practice 8:00-11:00 am
Senior Parade 6:00 pm
Student’s Last Day
Underclassmen Awards Assembly 7:40 am
Thursday 23
rd
Baccalaureate 7:00 pm
Friday 24
th
Commencement 7:00 pm
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ATHLETIC SCHEDULES 2023 – 2024
Varsity Football
Date Opponent Location Time
Friday August 18 Manchester (Athletic HOF) Home 7:00 pm
Friday August 25 Philo Away 7:00 pm
Friday September 1 Ridgewood Away 7:00 pm
Friday September 8 Garaway (XC/Golf) Home 7:00 pm
Friday September 15 Kenmore-Garfield Home 7:00 pm
Friday September 22 Marlington (Homecoming) Home 7:00 pm
Friday September 29 Alliance Away 7:00 pm
Friday October 6 Salem (Senior Night) Home 7:00 pm
Friday October 13 West Branch Away 7:00 pm
Friday October 20 Minerva Away 7:00 pm
Jr. Varsity Football
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday August 19 Manchester Away 10:00 am
Saturday August 26 Philo Home 10:00 am
Saturday September 2 Ridgewood Home 10:00 am
Saturday September 9 Garaway Away 10:00 am
Saturday September 16 Minerva Home 10:00 am
Saturday September 23 Marlington Away 10:00 am
Saturday September 30 Alliance Home 10:00 am
Saturday October 7 Salem Away 10:00 am
Saturday October 14 West Branch Home 10:00 am
Freshman Football
Date Opponent Location Time
Thursday August 17 Ridgewood Away 5:30 pm
Thursday August 24 Dover Home 5:00 pm
Thursday September 7 Garaway Away 5:30 pm
Thursday September 14 Minerva Home 5:30 pm
Thursday September 21 Marlington Away 5:00 pm
Thursday September 28 Alliance Home 5:00 pm
Thursday October 5 Salem Away 5:00 pm
Thursday October 12 West Branch Home 5:00 pm
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Boys and Girls Cross Country
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday August 19 OHSAA Pre-Season Meet Fortress Ob. 9:00 am
Saturday August 26 Claymont Invitational Claymont 9:00 am
Saturday September 2 Newcomerstown Inv. Nercomerst. 8:30 am
Saturday September 9 Dover Invitational Dover 9:00 am
Saturday September 16 Meadowbrook Invitational Meadowbro. 9:00 am
Saturday September 23 Sandy Valley Invitational Sandy Valley 9:00 am
Saturday September 30 Cambridge Invitational Cambridge 10:00 am
Saturday October 14 EBC Championship 10:00 am
Saturday October 21 District Tournament Cambridge
Saturday October 28 Regional Tournament Pickerington
Saturday November 4 State Tournament Fortress Obetz
Boys Varsity Soccer
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday August 12 Columbiana Home 10:00 am
Tuesday August 15 Sandy Valley Home 6:00 pm
Thursday August 17 East Palestine Away 5:00 pm
Thursday August 24 Canton McKinley Away 7:00 pm
Monday August 28 Marlington Home 6:00 pm
Thursday August 31 Massilon Home 6:00 pm
Tuesday September 5 Sandy Valley Away 7:00 pm
Thursday September 7 Heartland Christian Home 6:00 pm
Tuesday September 12 Alliance Away 7:00 pm
Saturday September 16 Tuslaw Home 1:00 pm
Monday September 18 Salem Home 6:00 pm
Thursday September 21 Cambridge Away 6:00 pm
Thursday September 28 Heartland Christian Away 5:00 pm
Tuesday October 3 Minerva Away 6:00 pm
Thursday October 5 East Palestine Home 6:00 pm
Tuesday October 10 Union Local Away 5:30 pm
Girls Varsity Soccer
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday August 12 Orrville Away 10:00 am
Monday August 14 Ridgewood Home 6:00 pm
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Girls Varsity Soccer (cont.)
Wednesday August 16 St. Thomas Aquinas Home 6:00 pm
Monday August 21 East Liverpool Home 6:00 pm
Monday August 28 Cambridge Away 6:00 pm
Saturday September 2 Coshocton Away 1:00 pm
Wednesday September 6 Marlington Away 6:00 pm
Saturday September 9 Harrison Central Home 1:00 pm
Monday September 11 Sandy Valley Home 6:00 pm
Wednesday September 13 Alliance Home 6:00 pm
Tuesday September 19 Salem Away 6:00 pm
Thursday September 21 Indian Creek Away 6:00 pm
Monday September 25 Sandy Valley Away 7:00 pm
Wednesday September 27 West Branch Home 6:00 pm
Monday October 2 Columbiana Away 5:00 pm
Wednesday October 4 Minerva (Sr. Night) Home 6:00 pm
Monday October 9 Edison Home 6:00 pm
Varsity Volleyball
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday August 19 Northwest / Canton CC Away 11 am + 12 pm
Monday August 21 Steubenville (9
th
) Away 4:30 pm
Tuesday August 22 Indian Creek Away 5:30 pm
Thursday August 24 Dover Home 5:00 pm
Saturday August 26 Edison Home 10:00 am
Tuesday August 29 Marlington Home 5:00 pm
Thursday August 31 Alliance Away 5:00 pm
Tuesday September 5 Salem Home 5:00 pm
Thursday September 7 West Branch Away 5:00 pm
Saturday September 9 River View Away 11:00 am
Monday September 11 Canton South Home 5:00 pm
Tuesday September 12 Minerva Away 5:00 pm
Thursday September 14 Marlington Away 5:00 pm
Monday September 18 Indian Valley (9
th
) Away 5:30 pm
Tuesday September 19 Alliance Home 5:00 pm
Thursday September 21 Salem Away 5:00 pm
Monday September 25 East Liverpool (9
th
) Home 5:00 pm
Tuesday September 26 West Branch Home 5:00 pm
Thursday September 28 Minerva Home 5:00 pm
Monday October 2 Beaver (9
th
) Home 5:00 pm
Tuesday October 10 New Philadelphia Home 5:00 pm
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Varsity Volleyball (cont.)
*All games show the JV or Freshman start time.
*Varsity start time will be approximately 1 hour after the JV start time.
Boys Varsity Golf
Date Opponent Location Time
Friday August 4 Garaway Invitational Willadale GC 2:00 pm
Monday August 7 Indian Valley Invitational River Greens 1:00 pm
Wednesday August 9 Alliance Home 12:00 pm
Thursday August 10 Circle K Invitational Eagle Sticks 8:00 am
Friday August 11 Marlington Invitational Tannenhauf 7:30 am
Monday August 14 Minerva Home 12:00 pm
Thursday August 17 New Philadelphia Oak Shadow 4:00 pm
Monday August 21 Edison (Tri w/Beaver) Away 4:00 pm
Tuesday August 22 Alliance Away 4:00 pm
Thursday August 24 Minerva Away 3:30 pm
Saturday August 26 Dover Oak Shadow 3:00 pm
Tuesday August 29 Salem Away 4:00 pm
Wednesday August 30 West Branch Away 4:00 pm
Tuesday September 5 Marlington Away 4:00 pm
Wednesday September 6 Salem Home 4:00 pm
Monday September 11 Marlington Home 4:00 pm
Wednesday September 13 West Branch Home 4:00 pm
Monday September 18 EBC Championship Salem
Tuesday September 19 Beaver Home 4:00 pm
Saturday September 23 East District Open River Greens 12:00 pm
Girls Varsity Golf
Date Opponent Location Time
Friday August 4 Minerva Away 9:00 am
Monday August 7 Garaway Invitational Willandale 9:30 am
Tuesday August 8 EBC Pre-Season Invitational Pleasant V. 9:00 am
Thursday August 10 West Branch Home 12:00 pm
Friday August 11 Minerva Home 1:00 pm
Monday August 14 Tri-Valley Invitational Vista View 8:30 am
Tuesday August 15 Alliance Invitational Alliance CC 9:00 am
Tuesday August 22 Marlington Away 4:00 pm
Thursday August 24 Alliance Away 4:00 pm
Thursday August 31 West Branch Away 4:00 pm
Wednesday September 6 Beaver Local Away 4:30 pm
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Girls Varsity Golf (cont.)
Monday September 11 Louisville Home 4:30 pm
Tuesday September 12 Indian Valley Inv. River Greens 4:00 pm
Wednesday September 13 Alliance Home 4:30 pm
Thursday September 14 Marlington Home 4:30 pm
Monday September 18 Indian Valley Home 4:30 pm
Tuesday September 19 Louisville Away 4:00 pm
Thursday September 21 EBC Champtionship Zoar GC 9:00 am
Boys Varsity Basketball
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday December 2 Sandy Valley Away 6:00 pm
Tuesday December 5 East Liverpool Home 5:30 pm
Friday December 8 Marlington Home 5:30 pm
Sunday December 10 Norton @ Ak. Springfield Away 4:15 pm
Tuesday December 12 Harrison Central Away 6:00 pm
Friday December 15 Alliance Away 5:30 pm
Friday December 22 Canton South Away 5:30 pm
Saturday December 23 Garaway Away 6:00 pm
Friday December 29 Maysville Away 6:00 pm
Friday January 5 Salem Home 5:30 pm
Tuesday January 9 West Branch Away 5:30 pm
Friday January 12 Minerva Away 5:30 pm
Sunday January 14 West Holmes @ Claymont Away TBA
Tuesday January 16 Steubenville Home 5:30 pm
Friday January 19 Marlington Away 5:30 pm
Tuesday January 23 Alliance Home 5:30 pm
Friday January 26 Salem Away 5:30 pm
Tuesday January 30 Linsly, WV Home 5:30 pm
Friday February 2 West Branch (Homecoming) Home 5:30 pm
Tuesday February 6 Claymont Home 5:30 pm
Friday February 9 Minerva (Sr. Night) Home 5:30 pm
Tuesday February 20 Indian Valley Home 5:30 pm
*All games show JV start times
Girls Varsity Basketball
Date Opponent Location Time
Monday November 27 Dover Away 5:30 pm
Wednesday November 29 Marlington Away 5:30 pm
Saturday December 2 Alliance Home 12:00 pm
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Girls Varsity Basketball (cont.)
Wednesday December 6 Salem Away 5:30 pm
Saturday December 9 West Branch Home 12:00 pm
Monday December 11 Steubenville Away 6:00 pm
Wednesday December 13 Minerva Home 5:30 pm
Saturday December 23 Dalton Home 12:00 pm
Wednesday December 27 Meadowbrook Away 5:30 pm
Saturday December 30 Indian Valley Away 1:00 pm
Wednesday January 3 Marlington Home 5:30 pm
Saturday January 6 East Liverpool Away 12:00 pm
Wednesday January 10 Alliance Away 5:30 pm
Saturday January 13 Claymont Home 1:00 pm
Monday January 15 Indian Creek Home 5:30 pm
Wednesday January 17 Salem Home 5:30 pm
Wednesday January 24 West Branch Away 5:30 pm
Saturday January 27 Sandy Valley Home 12:00 pm
Wednesday January 31 Minerva Away 5:30 pm
Saturday February 10 Canton C.C. Away 12:00 pm
Monday February 12 Hoover (Sr. Night) Home 5:30 pm
Wednesday February 14 Strasburg Away 6:00 pm
Varsity Wrestling
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday December 9 Lake Duals Lake HS 9:00 am
Fri.-Sat. December 15-16 North Canton Holiday Tourn. Hoover HS 5:00 / 9:00 pm
Tues.-Wed. December 26-27 Wheeling Park Duals Wheeling Civic Center
Thursday January 4 Marlington Home 5:30 pm
Saturday January 6 Licking Valley Inv. Licking V.HS 10:00 am
Fri.-Sat. January 12-13 Top Gun Alliance HS
Thursday January 18 Alliance Away 5:30 pm
Thursday January 25 Salem Home 5:30 pm
Saturday January 27 Knights Invitational W.Holmes H. 10:00 am
Thursday February 1 West Branch Away 5:30 pm
Friday Febuary 2 Team Duals - Regional 6:00 pm
Thursday February 8 Minerva Away 5:30 pm
Saturday February 10 Team Duals – State
Thursday February 15 New Philadelphia Away 5:30 pm
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Varsity Wrestling (cont.)
Saturday February 24 Sectional Tournament
Fri.-Sat. March 1-2 District Tournament
Fri.-Sun. March 8-10 State Tournament Columbus
JV Wrestling
Date Opponent Location Time
Saturday December 2 Malvern Invitational Away 9:00 am
Saturday December 9 United Invitational Away 10:00 am
Saturday December 16 Loudenville Away TBA
Wednesday December 27 Knights Invitational W.Holmes H. 10:00 am
Thursday January 4 Marlington Home 5:30 pm
Thursday January 18 Alliance Away 5:30 pm
Thursday January 25 Salem Home 5:30 pm
Saturday January 27 Peg Leg Scuffle Garaway HS 10:00 am
Thursday February 1 West Branch Away 5:30 pm
Thursday February 8 Minerva Away 5:30 pm
Thursday February 15 New Philadelphia Away 5:30 pm
THEATRE SCHEDULE 2023-24
Date Opponent Location Time
Tuesday August 29 Fall Play Workshop &Audition PAC 2:00 pm
Friday November 10 Mean Girls, CHS Fall Play PAC 7:00 pm
Saturday November 11 Mean Girls, CHS Fall Play PAC 7:00 pm
Wednesday December 13 Frozen Musical/Stage Auditions.PAC 2:10 pm
Friday March 22 Frozen, CHS/CMS Musical PAC 7:00 pm
Saturday March 23 Frozen, CHS/CMS Musical PAC 11:00 am & 7:00 pm
Monday April 29 Oscar Night, Awards Banquet PAC 7:00 pm
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COUNSELING RESOURCES
Counseling and Mental Health
Springvale Health Centers: (330) 627-4313
24/7 Crisis Hotline: (330) 627-5240
Pathway Caring for Children
(330) 627-9610 or (330) 868-3401
www.pathwaycfc.org
Southeast Inc.
(330) 627-3954
Behavioral Health Services: (330) 575-5364
Suicide Hotlines
1-800-273-TALK
www.jasonfoundation.com
1-866-488-7386
www.thetrevorproject.org
Bullying Resources
www.stopbullying.gov
www.pacer.org
www.cyberbullying.us
Drugs and Alcohol
www.abovetheinfluence.com
Quest Recovery Services: (330) 868-3401 or (234) 567-5634
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Sex Awareness and Information
Compass Sexual Assault Services: (330) 339-2504 or Crisis Line: (330) 339-1427
www.stayteen.org
Carroll County Health Department: (330) 627-4866
Victim Assistance
Carroll County Victim Assistance: (330) 627-5148
School Safety
Safe School Helpline 1-800-4-1-VOICE
Sandy Hook Promise
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CARROLLTON HIGH SCHOOL
BELL SCHEDULE
Warning Bell .................................. 7:10
Homeroom ..................................... 7:15 - 7:18
First Period .................................... 7:21 - 8:06
Second Period ............................... 8:09 - 8:54
Third Period ................................... 8:57 - 9:44
Fourth Period ................................. 9:47 - 10:32
Fifth Period .................................... 10:35 - 11:05
Sixth Period ................................... 11:08 - 11:38
Seventh Period .............................. 11:41 - 12:26
Eighth Period ................................. 12:29 - 1:14
Ninth Period ................................... 1:17 - 2:02
2 HR. DELAY SCHEDULE
Warning Bell .................................. 9:10
Homeroom ..................................... 9:15 - 9:18
First Period .................................... 9:21 - 9:50
Second Period ............................... 9:53 - 10:22
Third Period ................................... 10:25 - 10:54
Fourth Period ................................. 10:57 - 11:27
Fifth Period .................................... 11:30 - 11:55
Sixth Period ................................... 11:58 - 12:23
Seventh Period .............................. 12:26 - 12:56
Eighth Period ................................. 12:59 - 1:29
Ninth Period ................................... 1:32 - 2:02
