West Lane Technical Learning Center

Oregon Public Charter School

2017 – 2018Student / Parent

Handbook

24967 Highway 126 Veneta, Oregon 97487541 935-2101 – www.westlanetech.org

Anti-Discrimination Statement

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West Lane Technical Learning Center and the Fern Ridge School District do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation1

or age in providing education or access to benefits of education services, activities and programs in accordance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX and other civil rights or discrimination issues; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; the Americans with Disabilities Act; and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.The following have been designated to coordinate compliance with these legal requirements and may be contacted at the school or District office for additional information and/or compliance issues:

District Superintendent or School Director

** As used in this document, the term parent includes legal guardian or person in a parental relationship. For the purpose of special education students, parent also includes a surrogate parent, an adult student to whom rights have transferred or a foster parent, as defined in OAR 581-015-2000. The status and duties of a legal guardian are defined in ORS 125.005 (4) and 125.300 - 125.325. The determination of whether an individual is acting in a parental relationship, for purposes of determining residency, depends on the evaluation of those factors listed in ORS 419B.373. The determination for other purposes depends on evaluation of those factors and a power of attorney executed, pursuant to ORS 109.056.

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It is the responsibility of each student to read, understand and abide by theStudent / Parent Handbook. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of the student to share

and review their copy of the Handbook with their parent/guardian.

Anti-Discrimination Statement, Parent / Guardian Acknowledgement Statement…………………………… 2Permission Form – Parent /Guardian Signature………………………………………………………………. 5

PREFACEMission / Vision / School History………………………………………………………………………………6

SCHOOL INFORMATIONBuilding Hours…………………………………………………………………………………….....7School Lab Schedule………………………………………………………………………………...7School Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………...7 & 8Staff / Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ………………………………………………….. 8Board of Directors / Contacts………………………………………………………………………..9School Board Meetings……………………………………………………………………………...9 & 10Admission ** & Attendance** ……………………………………………………………………..10Attendance at WLT………………………………………………………………………………….10Attendance Laws…………………………………………………………………………………….10 & 11Exemptions from Compulsory Attendance………………………………………………………….11Suspension of Driving Privileges …………………………………………………………………...11 & 12

SCHOOL CURRICULUMDescription of the Curriculum . . . . . . ………………………………………………………………12Odysseyware Online Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . …………………………………………………….12Class Offerings - Odysseyware Online Learning…………………………………………………...13On-Site Class Offerings. . . . . . . ………………. …………………………………………………...14Career Exploration…………………………………………………………………………………...14College Now Program (CN) ………………………………………………………………………...14Career Technical Education (CTE) Program………………………………………………………...14 Youth Transition Program (YTP) …………………………………………………………………...15West Lane Tech School Fees……………………………………………………...............................15Diploma Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . ……………………………………………………………….15Commencement Ceremony………………………………………………………………………….15 & 16

GENERAL INFORMATIONAccess / Release of Educational Records…………………………………………………………….16Animal Dissection……………………………………………………………………………………16Animals in School…………………………………………………………………………………….16Asbestos……………………………………………………………………………………………....16Assignment of Students to Class……………………………………………………………………..16Athletics……………………………………………………………………………………………...16Competitive Athletics/Activities……………………………………………………………….........16 & 17Breakfast / Lunch Program…………………………………………………………………………..17Cafeteria…………………….............................................................................................................. 17

Clubs and Organizations …………………………………………………………………………. 17

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Mobile Communication Devices / etc……………………………………………………………..17Dress and Grooming ……………………………...……………………………………………….17 &18Department of Motor Vehicle……………………………………………………………………..18Emancipated and 18 Year-Old Students………………………………………………….19Emergency/Fire/Earthquake Drills……………………………………………………….19Emergency School Closure………………………………………………………………………..19Equal Education Opportunity……………………………………………………………………..19 & 20

Discrimination……………………………………………………………………………19Hazing…………………………………………………………………………………….19Intimidation………………………………………………………………………………19Menacing…………………………………………………………………………………19Harassment……………………………………………………………………………….19Harassment, intimidation or bullying…………………………………………………….19 & 20Sexual harassment………………………………………………………………………..20 & 21

Gangs……………………………………………………………………………………………...20 & 21Athletic Equipment / Etc………………………………………………………………………….21Health Concerns…………………………………………………………………………………..21Infection / Disease Instruction…………………………………………………………....…….....21Law Enforcement Agencies/Questioning of Students…………………………………………….21Lost and Found……………………………………………………………………………………21Medication at School………………… …………………………………………………………..22School Sponsored Events ………………………………………………………………………...22 & 23Search and Seizure………………………………………………………………………………..23Self-Referral for Substance Abuse………………………………………………………………..23Skateboards/Rollerblades/Scooters, etc…………………………………………………………..23 Student Identification Cards……………………………………………………………………...23Student / Parent Complaint Procedure …………………………………………………………...23Supervision of Students…………………………………………………………………………..23Transportation of Students ………………………………………………………………………24Video Surveillance Cameras …………………………………………………………………….24Visitors…………………………………………………………………………………………...24

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCTConduct…………………………………………………………………………………………..25Code of Conduct for West Lane Tech Computer Labs………………………………………….25 & 26Discipline / Due Process ………………………………………………………………………..26Discipline of Students with an IEP ……………………………………………………………..26 & 27Student Rights and Responsibilities…………………………………………………………….27Warning…………………………………………………………………………………………27Work Crew……………………………………………………………………………………...27Suspension from Campus……………………………………………………………………….27Expulsion………………………………………………………………………………………..28Probationary Status ……………………………………………………………………………..28Conduct Subject to Discipline ………………………………………………………………….28 & 29Behavior Consequences ………………………………………………………………………...29Level 1 Violations……………………………………………………………………………....29Level 2 Violations …………………………………………………………………………….. 30Level 3 Violations …………………………………………………………………………...…31

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Permission FormThe purpose of this page is to advise parents and students of legal obligations and to notify parents of the school’s responsibilities, as well as serve as a receipt of your student’s handbook. This sign off sheet will only need to be done once during your child’s 9 – 12 career while attending school at West Lane Technical Learning Center. If you decide to make changes to this document at any point during your child’s educational experience, please contact the building secretary for a new sign off sheet.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records as well as gives parents certain rights to their children’s records. Please know that certain information about your student is considered directory information and is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released to the public. Directory information includes but is not limited to: the student’s name, address, telephone listing, photograph, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended. [I have marked through those types of directory information listed above that I wish the school to withhold.]

I understand that unless I object to the release of any or all of this information within fifteen (15) school days of the date this student handbook was issued to my student, directory information may be released by the school for use in local school publications, other media and for such other purposes as deemed appropriate by the director. More information: http://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa

I also understand that certain student information is considered personally identifiable information and may be released only with prior notification by the school of the purpose(s) the information will be used, to whom it will be released and my prior written, dated and signed consent unless otherwise permitted by law. Personally identifiable information includes the student’s name as well as, but is not limited to the name of the student’s parents or other family member, the address of the student or student’s family, and personal identifiers such as the student’s social security number, student ID number or a list of personal characteristics or other such information that would make the student’s identity easily traceable. However, as students participate in school activities, we have opportunities to provide local newspapers and at times, TV stations with photos / video clips (all types of media) of our students participating in newsworthy events. Photos / video clips may be used in local newspapers, school newsletters or on local broadcast stations. Please mark through any information in this paragraph that you wish to have the school withhold.

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) regarding Military Recruitment states that school districts are to allow the same access to students by military recruiters as they do college and job recruiters. This access includes releasing students’ names, addresses and telephone numbers to military recruiters. However, secondary school students or their parents can request that the information not be released by indicating your preference below.

West Lane Tech uses “Google Apps for Education” in the classroom for educational use. Google Apps is a suite of free, web-based programs that includes email, document creation, shared calendars and collaboration tools. Google may add additional applications as they are developed. Google Apps runs on an Internet domain purchased and owned by the school. Please know that in addition to Google Apps, the school uses multiple online services for the beneficial educational use for students. If you have any questions regarding these programs, please contact the director. Your signature below authorizes the school to allow your student to use Google Apps and other online educational programs throughout their 9-12 educational experience at West Lane Tech.

Student Name (Please Print) ____________________________________ Student ID# ______________

Parent/Guardian signature: _________________________________________Date:_________________ If you leave any box below unchecked, the school will assume you are providing us with permission to proceed

Do Not_______ release information to the military Do Not_______ release directory information or personally identifiable information as I have indicated above Do Not _______give permission to release my child’s photograph in any format (website, etc.) Do Not_______ give permission for my child’s photograph in class pictures/yearbook

Parent Initials: ______________

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PREFACEThe material covered within this student handbook is intended as a method of communicating to students and parents regarding general district information, rules and procedures and is not intended to either enlarge or diminish any Board policy, administrative regulation or collective bargaining agreement. Material contained herein may therefore be superseded by such Board policy, administrative regulation or collective bargaining agreement. Board policies are available at the school office.Any information contained in this student handbook is subject to unilateral revision or elimination from time to time without notice

Mission StatementWest Lane Technical Learning Center is a leader in quality secondary education, challenging students through technology, innovative instruction and relevant curriculum.

VisionWest Lane Technical Learning Center strives to meet the educational needs of a diverse group of students who are currently not being served or who are being under served by local public school districts. To meet the needs of students, the school combines academic and employability skills training with exploration and instruction in Career Pathways. The school emphasizes collaborative learning with the blending of computer based and face to face instruction to create a supportive, flexible learning environment. Through the development and achievement of a Personal Education Plan (PEP) students will develop life skills, attain a high school diploma, acquire career related skills and become productive citizens.

School HistoryWest Lane Tech is a small charter high school established in 2003 sponsored by Fern Ridge School District (FRSD). Located in Veneta, OR, the school serves 100-120 students who come from many of the school districts throughout Lane County. West Lane Tech was created by several vocational education teachers from the FRSD. From 2003 to 2015 the school was located in the technical education building of Elmira High School and served Elmira High School and greater Lane County students. In the summer of 2015 West Lane Tech relocated to a vacant restaurant location in Veneta’s West Lane Shopping Center as a result of FRSD reclaiming of their building space for their Special Education Department and classroom space.Relocation afforded many changes for the school. Moving into a previous restaurant site provides West Lane Tech with a commercial kitchen to support students in our Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Career Pathway. Unfortunately, the move forced eliminating the Automotive Technology Career Pathway due to no garage facilities being available in the vicinity. Our instructional program continues to include an online high school curriculum utilizing Odysseyware Online Learning. Additionally, articulation agreements with Lane Community College’s College Now Program provide twenty-one college credits for students enrolled in selected course-work. The new facility provides a learning environment equipped with thirty-five work stations (new 2016-17) for students to work on their high school classes while being monitored and assisted by professionally certified licensed teaching staff. While the summer of 2015 relocation was an arduous task, it proved to be a positive change as evidenced

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by the increase in student enrollment. This is a facility students’ and staff are proud of and can call their own. Both students and staff have welcomed these positive changes.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

Building HoursRegular school building hours are from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Please do not drop students off at the school prior to 7:30 AM. The SCHOOL DAY begins promptly at 8:25 AM and classes end at 3:20 PM. The school assumes responsibility only for enrolled West Lane Tech students on regular school days during building hours.

School Lab ScheduleSchool begins at 8:25 AM

8:25 - 9:25 Lab Session5 minute break

9:30 - 10:25 Lab Session5 minute break

10:30 - 11:30 Lab Session11:30 - 12:00 Lunch

30 minutes12:05 - 1:05 Lab Session

5 minute break1:10 - 2:10 Lab Session2:45 FRSD School Bus student pick-up3:20 School out

2017-2018 Academic Calendar

Building Hours 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

**** Note: All online classes are available to students 24/7, no matter whether the WLTLC Lab and/or office are closed for the day.

1st Quarter September 5th - November 2nd

Building Closed:

Thursday, October 12th

Friday, October 13th

Friday, November 3rd

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2nd Quarter November 6th - January 25th

Building Closed:

Friday, November 10th Thanksgiving Recess: Nov. 22nd – 24th

Winter Recess: Dec. 20th – Jan. 2nd

Monday, January 15th

Friday, January 26th

3rd Quarter January 29th – April 5th

Building Closed:

Monday, February 19th

Friday, March 2nd

Spring Break: March 26th – 30th

Friday, April 6th

4th Quarter April 9th – June 14th

Building Closed:

Friday, April 20th

Friday, May 25th

Monday, May 28th

Graduation: Tuesday, June 5th

Last Day of School: Thursday, June 14th

Staff Listing / ContactTeaching Staff

Geoffrey Barrett: 15 years’ experience, Teaches Math, Science, CN Social Studies, CN Health. TSPC Certified in Special Education, Social Studies, Science and Math. gbarrett@westlanetech.org

Kathy Davis: 17 years’ experience, Teaches CulinaryArts & HospitalityManagement, Career Education. TSPC Certified: Career Technical

Education: Hospitality and Tourism. kdavis@westlanetech.org

Aaron Brumbach 1 years’ experience. Teaches English, Social Studies, ELL.

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TSPC Certified:English Social Studies ELL .abrumbach@westlanetech.org

Royce Hilsinger 4 years’ experience, teaches/case manages Special Education. TSPC Certified: Special Education. rhilsinger@westlanetech.org

Administrative StaffAndrea Milbrett Special Education Assistant – 10 years experience private sector:

account executive, 10 years educational instructional aide. Lane Community College. amilbrett@westlanetech.org

Wendy Kimball Student Services Coordinator--18 years’ experience, Linn-Benton Community College. wkimball@westlanetech.org

Sarah Naegeli: Business Manager—15 years’ experience. Merritt Davis Business College. snaegeli@westlanetech.org

Ron Osibov: Director—37 years’ experience. 20 years as teacher and 17 years administrator. TSPC Certified: Basic Teacher, Continuing Administrator. rosibov@westlanetech.org

Board of Directors / Contact

Ric Ingham—Chair Stu Burges ringham@ci.veneta.or.us sburgess@fernridge.k12.or.usCity Administrator-Veneta Elmira HS Social Studies Teacher

Donna Garner Reittus Walker-Vice ChairDonna.Garner@co.lane.or.us reittuswalker@westlanetech.orgLane County Health Administrator Retired Educator

Paul Joiner Trb9@juno.com ODOT Regional Coordinator

School Board Meetings

Friday August 11th 10:00- 5:00 Special – Board Retreat Chamber Office

Wednesday September 20th 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday October 18th 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday November 15th 5:30 p.m. 9

Work Session followed by Regular Session 6:30 p.m. Board & Director Goals

Tuesday December 19th 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday January 17th 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday February 20th 6:30 p.m. Host FRSD Board

Wednesday February 21st 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday March 21th 5:30 p.m.Executive Session followed by Regular Session 6:30 p.m.

Start Budget Process

Wednesday April 18th 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday May 16th 5:30 p.m.Executive Session followed by Regular 6:30 p.m.

Director Evaluation

Tuesday June 5th 7:00 p.m. Graduation

Wednesday June 20st 5:30 p.m.

Admission ** & Attendance**A student seeking enrollment in the public charter school for the first time must meet all academic, age, immunization, tuition and other eligibility prerequisites for admission as set forth in state law, Board policy and administrative regulations. Students and their parents should contact the office for admission requirements. Public charter school law requires student enrollment be voluntary. If the number of applicants exceeds the capacity, students shall be selected through a first come first served basis.

Attendance at WLTCharter school attendance is based on logging into your accounts daily and showing progress. Showing progress means that the student is not only logging in but also contacting their teacher, and turning in assignments. If a student fails to log on within 10 consecutive school days and shows no progress on completing assignments, they will be withdrawn from the program and will not be in compliance with attendance laws. West Lane Tech students may use the lab

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during building hours and be in the West Lane Tech building only. Parents need to fill out the West Lane Tech Attendance Form stating their wishes of required attendance or flexible attendance. Students may log on and work on classes from places other than the West Lane Tech building at any time if there is an internet connection available. Communication with teachers may be very limited if working after regular school hours. This is at each teacher’s discretion.

Attendance LawsORS 339.010 School attendance required; age limits. Except as provided in ORS339.030, all children between the ages of 7 and 18 years who have not completed the 12th grade are required to attend regularly a public full time school.ORS 339.020 Duty to send children to school. Except as provided in ORS 339.030, every person having control of any child between the ages of 7 and 18 years who have not completed the 12th grade is required to send such child to and maintain such child in regular attendance at a public full time school during the entire school term. Violations are punishable, upon conviction, by a fine of not more than $150 or by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 30 days or both.Students who fail to maintain regular attendance in school may have either their driving privileges suspended or the right to apply for driving privileges suspended.Any parent who fails to maintain their child in regular attendance or who fails to send a student to school within three (3) days of notification by the district that their student is not complying with compulsory attendance requirements may be issued a citation by the district for the student's failure to attend school. Violation is a Class C violation of law and is punishable by a court imposed fine up to $150 as provided by ORS 339.925 Additionally, a parent or other person lawfully charged with the care or custody of a student under 15 years of age, may be found by the courts to have committed the offense of failing to supervise a child who has failed to attend school as required. Violations, as determined by the court, may be punishable by a requirement to complete a parent effectiveness program approved by the court and/or a fine of not more than $600.

Exemptions from Compulsory Attendance: The school may grant an exemption from compulsory attendance to the parent of a student who is 16 or 17 years of age or an emancipated minor provided the student is:

1. Employed full-time;2. Employed part-time and enrolled in school part-time;3. Enrolled in a community college or other state-registered alternative education program.

All such request must be submitted in writing to the director and include documentation of the student’s employment by the employer, or enrollment status by the school. The school requires notification should the student’s employment or enrollment status be terminated. Requests will be considered only following a conference with the student and parent or emancipated student and a review of credits earned for graduation, grades, disability, if applicable, standardized assessment results, teacher evaluations, counselor appraisal, immediate plans, short-range and career goals and any other pertinent information.

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Approved exemptions will be in writing and include information on alternative education programs of instruction or instruction combined with counseling that may be available.

Exemptions will be granted for a limited time only, must be renewed on a semi-annual basis and will be reviewed by the school no later than the second week of each semester. Parents will be notified of the need to reapply for an exemption no later than the second week of each semester or return the student to school until a high school diploma or GED is earned or until the student reaches age 18.

Suspension of Driving Privileges: Students who fail to maintain regular enrollment in school may have either their driving privileges suspended or the right to apply for driving privileges suspended. The superintendent or designee may, under ORS 339.257, notify the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) of the withdrawal of a student who is at least 15 years of age and under 18 years of age. Upon notice by the district that a student has withdrawn from school, ODOT shall notify the student that driving privileges will be suspended on the 30th day following the date of notice unless the student presents documentation that complies with ORS 807.066. A student shall be considered to have withdrawn from school if the student has:

1. More than 10 consecutive days of unexcused absence; orFifteen school days total of unexcused absences during a single semester.

2. The student has a right to appeal the Director or the WLTLC School Board’s decision through school suspension/expulsion due process procedures.

SCHOOL CURRICULUM

Description of the CurriculumThe educational program will reach out to a variety of students who:

1) have left school, 2) who are currently having difficulty in their current school setting, 3) require a setting different than the traditional system.

Our instructional model removes obstacles to academic progress and education completion. These accommodations may include:

Individualized assessments of student needs and Personal EducationProgram (PEP).

Emphasis on technical and vocational learning. Flexible class schedules both in time of day and length of class. Project-based instruction with integrated academic outcomes. Use of technology for individualized and self-paced instruction. Benchmark activities integrated in context (Applied Academics). Work experience program that: documents student progress toward meeting career

related standards through community-based employment and activities.

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Support sponsorship and affiliation with local and national programssuch as LCC-College Now Program , Lane Education Service District, University of Oregon, ACTE-Career Technical Education, Odysseyware Online Learning, Northwest Evaluation Association –Measures of Academic Progress, and various local programs/businesses; Mid-Lane Cares, Deep Woods, Lane Fire Authority, City of Veneta to name a few.

Odysseyware Online LearningWest Lane Tech utilizes Odysseyware Online Learning, a high-school program that provides all the needed credits 24 credits (for Oregon HS graduation) and classes for a student to earn a regular high school diploma. Students complete classes online with the assistance and guidance from certified teachers in our school lab (teachers are available Monday thru Friday during regular school hours). Students can also complete their classwork elsewhere as long as they have an internet connection. We are a hybrid school meaning that students can independently work online and also be supported by instructors either at our building (face to face) and/or online through email, text and/or other means of communication.

Class Offerings – Odysseyware Online LearningCourse Name Content Area CreditEnglish 1 Language Arts 1English 2 Language Arts 1English 3 Language Arts 1English 4 Language Arts 1World Geography Social Studies 1General History Social Studies 1World History Social Studies 1U.S. History Social Studies 2Psychology Elective .50Civil War Elective .50Vietnam Era Elective .5020th Century Elective .50American Government .50Economics Economics .50Consumer Math Elective .50Integrated Math Mathematics 1Algebra 1 Mathematics 1Geometry Mathematics 1Algebra 2 Mathematics 1Integrated Science Science 1Earth Science Science 1Biology Science 1Chemistry Science 1Health Qwest Health .50Fitness For Life Health .50Physical Education PE .50Career Education Elective .50Essentials of Communications Elective .50Personal & Family Living Elective .50Business Computer Info. Systems Elective .50Music Theory Fine Arts .50Music Appreciation Fine Arts .50

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Art History Fine Arts 1Digital Arts Fine Arts .50Personal Finance Elective .50Spanish 1 Fine Arts 1Spanish II Fine Arts 1Essentials of Business Elective .50Intro to Hospitality & Tourism Systems Fine Arts .50Transportation & Tours for the Traveler Fine Arts .50Food Safety & Sanitation Fine Arts .50Lodging Operations Management Fine Arts .50Food & Beverage Management Fine Arts .50

In addition to the above classes Odysseyware Online Learning also offers numerous Career Technical Education (CTE) classes that our instructors may utilize to supplement students in their employment/career. SPECIAL NOTE: Odysseyware Online Learning provides CTE classes are not related to the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) certified CTE Program. Oddysseyware Online Learning CTE classes are used at West Lane Tech to supplement to our overall educational program.

On – Site Class OfferingsCulinary-Hospitality 1 (CN-CTE, 3 credits) Fine Arts / Career Technical Education 1Culinary-Hospitality 2 (CN-CTE, 3 credits) Fine Arts / Career Technical Education 1U.S. History (CN, 3 credits) Social Studies .50Comparative Politics (CN, 3 credits) Social Studies .50Medical Terminology (CN, 3 credits) Health Occupations .50Human Body Systems 1 (CN, 3 credits) Health Occupations .50Human Body Systems 2 (CN, 3 credits) Health Occupations .50

Career ExplorationIn addition to Odysseyware Online Learning students will explore their employment/career options. The goal for students is to explore and possibly obtain entry level employment in a career area of their choosing. This takes place as an ongoing process that begins with completing activities in the Oregon Career Information System (CIS). Students’ CIS work helps to develop the professional work-readiness skills that support being successful in the employment/career of their choosing. This choice is guided by the CIS work in addition to opportunities for hands-on experiences throughout the school year at West Lane Tech.

Through CIS work students will investigate career pathways to help narrow their focus on employment/career. Once students decide on a career pathway that reflects their aptitudes and interests they are eligible to visit business/industry sites to experience the “real world” workplace. As an example, if a student identifies the Culinary Arts/Hospitality Mgt. Career Pathway as their employment/career choice school officials will connect that student with individuals that work in that business/ industry, i.e., a restaurant, bakery and/or caterer to name a few.

College Now (CN) Program

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A number of classes at West Lane Tech allow students to earn college credits (at no cost) while attending high school. This program exposes students to the actual curriculum that is used by a college (in our case, Lane Community College-LCC). Our instructors use the college’s curriculum to teach the class, i.e., U.S. Government –Reconstruction to the Present. This information will be reviewed with students when they register for school.

Career Technical Education (CTE) ProgramVocational Education is now Career Technical Education per the federal act, “The Career and Technical Education Improvement act of 2006” or Carl D. Perkins Law. Oregon Department of Education (ODE) uses the term “CTE”.

Career and Technical Education is a massive enterprise in the United States. In Oregon alone (in 2015-16) 34 million dollars were spent to support secondary and post-secondary programs in Oregon. All seventeen Oregon community colleges provide numerous career pathways for secondary students to explore obtaining entry level employment and/or further their career education. West Lane Tech offers one ODE certified CTE Program - Culinary Arts/Hospitality Management and seeks to establish more in the coming years.

Youth Transition Program (YTP)The YTP Program helps students with identified learning/behavioral and/or other disabilities navigate their education with a focus on not only helping the student graduate from high school but also helping them transition into meaningful employment after high school. The YTP Transition Specialist guides students through transition activities that include career exploration through classroom lessons, work experiences, job shadows and business industry visitations. The YTP program has a limited enrollment and includes only students with an individual education plan (IEP).

West Lane Tech School FeesMaterials that are part of the educational program are usually provided without charge to a student. However, students may be charged a materials/lab fee for some elective courses. All students will receive a student body card for identification purposes if they have their picture taken. All non-WLT students who take online classes are charged $100 for the first class and $75 for the second, with a limit of two-per-term.

Diploma RequirementsStudents who complete a course of study at West Lane Tech will earn a regular highschool diploma.

Subject Credits RequiredLanguage Arts 4Math 3Science 3 (at least one lab science)Global Studies 1U.S. History 1Government .50

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Health 1Physical Education 1Economics .50Applied Arts, Fine Arts or

Foreign Language 3Electives/Work Experience 6

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Commencement CeremonyThe commencement policy is designated to ensure the integrity of the graduationceremony. Students must complete all requirements for a West Lane Tech diploma to participate in graduation exercises. To facilitate this process, all work, including official verification of correspondence courses, must be received prior to senior graduation\ week as determined by WLTLC teachers and staff. Students must also maintain regular attendance, meet behavioral standards and serve all consequences. Students must also participate in all rehearsals and dress appropriately for the occasion. Any student not meeting the above standards will forfeit their commencement privileges.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Access/Release of Education RecordsBy law, both parents, whether married, separated or divorced, have access to the records of their student who is under 18 years of age unless the School is provided evidence that there is a court order, state statute or legally binding document relating to such matters as divorce, separation or custody that specifically revokes these rights.

Animal DissectionIn courses including animal dissection, a student may request alternative coursework rather than participate in dissection activities on any animal. The public charter school will provide alternative materials and methods of learning the course curriculum. A student will not be penalized for exercising this option for alternative instruction opposed to animal dissection.

Animals in the SchoolPermission is to be obtained from the Director before animals are brought into the school. Animals must be adequately restrained and cared for. Only the teacher or students designated by the teacher are to handle the animals. If animals are to be kept in the classroom on days when classes are not in session, arrangements must be made for their care. Animals may not be transported on a school bus. Animals serving persons with a disability would be an exception to this policy.

Assignment of Students to ClassesStudents are assigned to classes based on the individual needs of the student. Parent requests to place a student in a particular class may be submitted to the public charter school administrator or teacher. Requests to change a student’s assigned class must be directed to the public charter

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school administrator or designee. Final decisions are the responsibility of the public charter school administrator or designee.

AthleticsStudents must meet all WLTLC, sponsoring district and OSAA requirements and complete all prescribed paper work before participating in athletics. Information may be obtained from theElmira High School athletic director. Some athletics/activities may or not be offered every year.

Competitive Athletics/ActivitiesFallSoccer - boys and girlsFootball - boysVolleyball - girlsCross Country - boys and girls*Cheer leading - boys and girlsDance Team - boys and girlsWinterWrestling – boys and girlsBasketball - boys and girls*Cheer leading - boys and girlsDance Team - boys and girlsEquestrian Team - boys & girls`SpringTrack - boys and girlsSoftball - girlsBaseball - boys*Golf - boys and girlsEquestrian Team - boys & girls*Lacrosse – boys and girls

* Club sports which are not funded or formally sponsored by the district.

Breakfast/Lunch ProgramThe sponsoring District participates in the National School Lunch and Commodity Program and offers free meals based on a student’s financial need. Additional information may be obtained from the WLTLC office.

Cafeteria Breakfast and lunch, including a sack lunch, are to be eaten in the cafeteria. Students are expected to use good manners in the cafeteria and place refuse in the appropriate place when finished eating. Misconduct in the cafeteria may result in student discipline, including loss of cafeteria privileges.

Clubs and OrganizationsStudent clubs and performing groups such as the band, choir, rally, dance, drama and athletic teams may establish rules of conduct – and consequences for misconduct – that are stricter than those for students in general. Student’s parent/guardian will acknowledge student participation in

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clubs and any stricter standards applicable. If a violation is also a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, the consequences specified by the school shall apply in addition to any consequences specified by the organization. The school prohibits non-curriculum-related, student-led groups at the secondary level from meeting on school premises in accordance with the federal Equal Access Act.

Mobile Communication Devices/Etc.Music devices with headsets are allowed while working independently on the computer as long as it is not disruptive to the learning environment. This is considered a privilege and not a right. Boom boxes and other amplified devices are forbidden. These items will be confiscated by school authorities and placed in the main office for parents to retrieve. Students who do not maintain a productive work ethic will lose music privileges.Students are allowed to bring cellular phones, pagers or similar devices to school as longas they do not interrupt in any way the educational process/learning environment. Thesedevices must be turned off during class and may not be in view during class time (the only exception to this is with teacher guidance / approval). Violation of this rule will result in the item being confiscated by school authorities and placed in the main office to be retrieved after school. Students who violate this policy will face disciplinary action that may include the suspension or revocation of the privilege to possess communication devices at school. (Level 1 - Inappropriate Objects) Using cell phones to take unauthorized pictures that invade a students’ privacy is strictly prohibited and will be at Level 2. Consequences for taking un authorized pictures could be immediately stepped up to Step 3 and Expulsion at the discretion of administration.

Dress and GroomingWhen coming onto campus, it is important that the student follow the school’s dresscode. The school’s dress code is established to promote appropriate grooming andhygiene, prevent disruption to the educational process, learning environment, activity orperformance and avoid safety hazards. Dress and grooming shall be modest, clean andappropriate for a high school environment. Students who represent the school in avoluntary activity may be required to conform to additional dress and grooming standardsand may be denied the opportunity to participate if those standards are not met. Inaddition, individual teachers may restrict appearance and attire with special considerationfor safety, cleanliness, or class requirements.Generally, student dress and grooming are the responsibility of the student and parent.The following are guidelines of acceptable and unacceptable clothing. Emphasis on maintaining cleanliness of shoes when at WLTLC is a priority to protect our carpets and hard floor.Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times. Footwear with spurs are prohibited.Sunglasses may be worn in the school building with staff permission.Appropriate undergarments are to be worn but may not be exposed.Blouses and shirts must be long enough to touch the waist of a student’s pants or skirt.The length of shorts and skirts must be equivalent to the ends of a person’s fingertips when their arms are extended by their side.Clothing that displays or promotes alcohol, drugs, tobacco, profanity, sexual innuendos or any other inappropriate illustrations or wording is prohibited.

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Clothing that exposes the midriff (front and/or back) or inappropriate cleavage, see through clothing, strapless tops, halter tops, or other inappropriate shirts, etc. is prohibited.Clothing or items of clothing that are worn for the purpose of establishing and/or identifying gang membership is prohibited.Clothing which promotes discrimination, harassment, prejudice, racism, weapons or violence, etc, is prohibited.Hats may be worn in classrooms at the discretion of individual teachers. Hats must conform to restrictions established for other items of clothing.Sagging oversized pants, flagging belts, visible boxer shorts, oversized chains and spiked jewelry is not allowed. Chains made of links larger than 1/4 inch in width and/or longer than 15 inches are prohibited. Students wearing any type of inappropriate clothing will be directed to immediately comply with the dress code. Students failing to comply during the school day will be sent to the office. Parents may be requested to bring appropriate clothing for their student. Repeat violators will incur discipline consequences

Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV)Students must prove they are enrolled in school, have regular attendance, passingfive (5) classes and making satisfactory progress toward graduation before they mayobtain a driver permit or license. The law also allows the suspension of drivingprivileges of students who have withdrawn from school as well as for bringing aweapon on school property, has a drug related offense, been suspended or expelled atleast twice for any of the following: 1) assaulting or menacing a school employee oranother student; 2) willful damage or injury to district property or; 3) use of threats,intimidation, harassment or coercion against a school employee or another student.

Emancipated and 18 Year-Old StudentsStudents in this category may act as their own guardian. While attending West LaneTech, all rules and policies are applicable to all emancipated students.

Emergency/Fire/Earthquake DrillsSafety drills will be scheduled monthly during the school year. Students should exit in anorderly fashion with the classroom teacher. Escape routes are posted in the classroom.Once the return signal is given, students are expected to return immediately to class.

Emergency School ClosureSuperintendent may alter transportation and school schedules, as appropriate to theparticular condition. Such alterations include closure of schools, delayed openings ofschools, early dismissal of students and run limited bus schedules. Such changes will bebroadcast on local radio and television stations and will also be available through theLane ESD website at www.lesd.k12.or.us click on “Visitors” and then “emergency closure information.” West Lane Tech follows the lead of the Fern Ridge School District in such situations.

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Equal Education OpportunitiesAll students have the right to expect and receive an equal opportunity to benefit from thebest educational program West Lane Tech can provide and to be free from behaviors -abusive language; insults; threats; intimidation; coercion; bullying; harassment; hazing;teasing, taunting, etc - that violate the policies of the district and federal and state laws.Discrimination: Any word or act that unreasonably differentiates treatment or theprovisions of the educational programs, services, benefits, or other aid based ondisability, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status,or any other protected group of affiliation.Hazing: Includes, but is not limited to, any act that recklessly or intentionallyendangers the mental health, physical health or safety of a student for the purpose ofinitiation or behavior/activities that are intended to degrade or humiliate.Intimidation: Includes, but is not limited to, any threat or act intended to tamper,substantially damage or interfere with another’s property, cause substantialinconvenience, subject another to offensive physical contact or inflict serious physicalinjury on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or sexual orientation.Menacing: Includes, but is not limited to, any act intended to place a schoolemployee, student or third party in fear of imminent serious physical injury.Harassment: Behavior that is unwanted. Your intent is not the standard or a defense;it is how the other person feels about the words or acts. A person is guilty ofharassment if he/she subjects an individual or group to unwanted, abusive behavior ofa verbal, nonverbal, written or physical nature on the basis of age, race, religion, color,national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, physical characteristics,cultural background, socio-economic status or geographical location.Harassment, intimidation or bullying: Any act that substantially interferes with astudent’s educational benefits, opportunities or performances, that takes place on orimmediately adjacent to school grounds, at any school-sponsored activity, on schoolprovided transportation or at any official bus stop, that has the effect of: physicallyharming a student or damaging a student’s property; knowingly placing a student inreasonable fear of physical harm to the student or damages to the student’s property;creating a hostile educational environment.Sexual harassment: By staff, students, school volunteers, parents, school visitors, orothers engaged in district business is strictly prohibited in the district. The district includes district facilities, district premises and non-district property if the student oremployee is at any district-sponsored, district approved or district-related activity orfunction, such as field trips or athletic events where students are under the control ofthe district or where the employee is engaged in district business.Sexual harassment means unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual favors andother verbal (including innuendos) or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:The conduct of communication has the purpose or effect of demanding sexualfavors in exchange for benefits;Submission to or rejection of the conduct or communication is used as the basis

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for educational decisions affecting students or employment or assignment of staff;The conduct or communication is so severe, persistent or pervasive, that it has thepurpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with a student’s educationalperformance or with an employee’s ability to perform his/her job; or creates anintimidating, offensive or hostile educational or working environment. Relevantfactors to be considered will include, but not be limited to, did the individual viewthe environment as hostile; was it reasonable to view the environment as hostile;the nature of the conduct; how often the conduct occurred and how long itcontinued; age and sex of the complainant; whether the alleged harasser was in aposition of power over the student or staff member subjected to the harassment;number of individuals involved; age of the harasser; where the harassmentoccurred; and other incidents of sexual harassment at the school involving thesame or other students.It may even be sexual harassment if other people in the area who observe the behavior orhear the language find it offensive and unwelcome.All complaints about behavior that may violate this policy shall be promptly investigated.Any student who has knowledge of conduct in violation of this rule or who feels theyhave been a victim is expected to immediately report his/her concerns to the buildingprincipal or superintendent. This report may be made anonymously. A student may alsoreport concerns to a teacher or counselor who will be responsible for notifying theappropriate district official.The educational assignments or study environment of the student shall not be adverselyaffected as a result of the good faith reporting of sexual harassment.

GangsA gang is defined as any group that identifies itself through the use of a name, uniqueappearance or language, including hand signs, the claiming of geographical territory orthe espousing of a distinctive belief system that frequently results in criminal activity.

No student on or about district property or at any district activity shall wear, possess, use,distribute, display or sell any clothing, jewelry, emblem, badge or any other such symbolevidencing gang membership or affiliation. No student shall use any speech, eitherverbal or non-verbal (gestures, handshakes, etc) signifying gang membership oraffiliation. No student shall solicit other students for membership in any gangs. (Level 2Violation)

Athletic Equipment, EtcAthletic equipment and/or ball playing in the facility is not permitted. Using athletic equipment in front of the facility is also prohibited due to public foot and car traffic in the shopping center.

Health ConcernsA student who becomes ill or is injured at school must notify his/her teacher or anotherstaff member as soon as possible. In the case of a serious illness or injury, the schoolshall attempt to notify parents according to information provided on emergency formssubmitted by parents to the school. Parents are encouraged to update this information as

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often as necessary. If the student is too ill to remain in school, the student will bereleased to the student’s parents or to another person as directed by the parents. Astudent must check out before leaving campus.

Infection/Disease InstructionAn age appropriate plan of instruction about infections/disease including AIDS, HIV andHBV has been included as an integral part of the health curriculum. Any parent mayrequest that his/her student be excused from that portion of the instructional programrequired by Oregon law by contacting the school for additional information andprocedures. Parents with questions about the AIDS, HIV and HBV health educationprogram should contact a health instructor.

Law Enforcement Agencies/Questioning of StudentsThe school has the responsibility to cooperate with law enforcement agencies in theperformance of their mandated duties. Should law enforcement officials find it necessaryto question students during the school day or during periods of extracurricular activities,an administrator or designee will be present when possible. Law enforcement officialswill be notified when a student under the jurisdiction of the school violates the OregonState Criminal Code. Any student violating the Oregon State Criminal Code is subject tosuspension or expulsion. An effort will be made to notify the parent of the situation.Parents are advised that in suspected child abuse cases, the Services to Children andFamilies and/or law enforcement officials may exclude district personnel from theinvestigation procedures and may prohibit district personnel from contacting parents.School employees are required by law to report suspected child abuse situations to lawenforcement agencies of Services to Children and Families.

Lost and FoundItems found around the school shall be turned in to the main office where students mayclaim items. Periodically, unclaimed items will be given to public agencies. If you keepor use an item that is not your property, it will be treated as theft.

Medication at SchoolStudents in grades 9-12 will generally be assumed capable of handling self-administeredmedications following the procedures as outlined below. Parents of students who areunable to self-medicate due to their emotional, physical, and/or cognitive development orother such reasons are to contact the school office staff for assistance as needed.Procedures for Self-Administering Necessary Medication:All medication must be in the original container. Prescription labels are to specifythe name of the medication, dosage and frequency. The instruction “p.r.n.” (asneeded) must include information as to the maximum dosage in a given period oftime.Over-the-counter medication requirements: To include only nonalcoholicmedication such as eye, nose, and cough drips, cough suppressants, analgesics,decongestant, and antihistamines to be taken at school that are necessary for thechild to remain at school.

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The student should only have the amount of medication needed for that schoolday.All medication is to be kept with the student or stored in his/her own locker.There is to be no sharing or borrowing of medication with another student. Theright to self-administer necessary medication will be revoked if there are anyabuses of such procedures and/or other Board policy and administrativeregulations as may be applicable.Any violation of this policy may result in suspension.Request for the school staff to administer medication shall be made by the parent’s inwriting. Written instructions of the physician are required for all requests to administerprescription medication. Such instructions must include the following information: nameof the student, name of the medication, dosage, frequency of administration and anyspecial instructions. A prescription label meets the requirement for written instructionsfrom the physician, if the information above is included. Written instructions of theparent which include the information above are required for all requests to administernonprescription medication.All medication to be administered by the school is to be brought to school by the parentin its original container. Medication not picked up by the parent within five school daysof the end of the medication period or at the end of the school year, whichever occursfirst, will be disposed.

School Sponsored EventsStudents at all school sponsored activities are governed by school district and West LaneTech rules and regulations and are subject to the authority of school district and WestLane Tech employees whether the events occur on or off the school grounds.West Lane Tech students may attend dances put on by Elmira High School as an EHSguest. Students will need to fill out a request form that requires pre-approval from WestLane Tech administration, EHS administration and the student’s parent. Guest passesmust be turned into the EHS front office by 8:00 a.m. the Wednesday prior to thedance’s scheduled date. All guests must show a picture I.D. and an approved guest passat the door.Any student who has dropped out of West Lane Tech or who has been expelled fromWest Lane Tech or any other school will not be allowed to attend any dances orschool events at any school as a guest.

Search and SeizureSchool officials may search a student, his/her personal property and property assigned bythe district for the student’s use at any time on district property or when the student isunder the jurisdiction of the school. The right to park a vehicle on district property isconditioned on the district being granted permission to search the vehicle. Such searcheswill be conducted only when there is reasonable suspicion to believe evidence of aviolation of a law, board policy, administrative regulation or school rule has occurred.School officials may also search when they have reasonable information thatemergency/dangerous circumstances exist.Searches may include the use of drug-detection dogs, metal detectors, or other searchtechniques. Items found which evidence of violation of law are, policy, regulation or

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school rule may be seized and turned over to law enforcement, parents or returned to itsrightful owner, as appropriate.

Self-Referral for Substance AbuseStudents are encouraged to request assistance through self-referral in dealing withsubstance abuse issues. Students should request a meeting with an administrator.Students will not be subject to disciplinary action if they agree to a chemical assessmentand participation in an abuse prevention program.

Skateboards/Rollerblades/Scooters, etcDue to the inherent dangers both to participants and non-participants, combined with thepotential liability assumption, the use of skateboards/scooters/rollerblades, etc in or adjacent to the school facility is prohibited. If brought to school these items will be stored in the office and returned to the student when the student leaves the facility.

Student Identification CardsStudents who want a student body card will be given notification of the day that picturesare to be taken. Students are expected to dress appropriately for photo to be used on ID badge.

Student/Parent Complaint ProcedureThe following process should be used to address concerns and complaints. An informalconference between the involved parties should occur in a timely manner. If the problemis not resolved between the involved parties, a meeting may be requested with anadministrator. If the situation is not resolved, the appeal process advances to the Board.Formal complaints must be in writing.

Supervision of StudentsAdult supervision is provided to students 15 minutes before and after classes.

Transportation of StudentsA student being transported by district provided transportation is required to comply withthe Student Code of Conduct and Transportation Rules. Any student who fails to complywith these standards may be denied transportation services.

Video Surveillance CamerasIn an effort to increase school security, provide greater safety for students, staff, buildingvisitors, and to reduce vandalism and theft, many areas of the school campus shall besubject to observation and monitoring by video camera. As such, a person does not havethe right to expect privacy in connection with their actions and activities while oncampus. The recordings of such actions and/or activities shall be available for use by thestaff and law enforcement authorities, if necessary, to enforce school rules and the law.

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VisitorsParents and other district patrons are encouraged to visit West Lane Tech. To avoiddisruption to the educational process, all visitors, volunteers and guests must registerin the office. Visitors will then be directed to the appropriate area. Casual and/or socialvisitors are not allowed. Visitations must be for educational purposes and approvedin advance by the administration, teachers and parents.

Student Code of Conduct

Basic Student Expectations:Be RespectfulBe Responsible

Respect Others’ SpaceFollow Directions

ConductStudents are responsible for conducting themselves properly, in accordance with thepolicies of the district and the lawful direction of staff. The District has authority andcontrol over a student at school during the regular school day, at any school-relatedactivity, regardless of time or location and while being transported in District-providedtransportation.The Board recognizes that acceptable behavior is essential to development of responsibleand self-disciplined citizens and integral for providing a safe, positive and effectiveschool environment and program(s). Positive behavior is based on respect for one’s selfworth and human dignity of others. Development and reinforcement of such positivebehavior in students is a dual function of one’s home and of the school system.In order to fulfill the schools’ responsibility, it is necessary that every school activitycontribute positively to the creation and maintenance of a climate that is safe and promotea positive working and learning environment. Students may face disciplinaryconsequences for:1) On-campus behavior that would otherwise tend to disrupt the educational processor the operation of the schools or district or any activity involving a schooldistrict;2) Off-campus behavior that would otherwise tend to disrupt the educational processor the operation of a school or district or of a school’s related or supervisedfunctions and at a school bus stop; or3) Behavior that occurs while traveling to and from school if the behavior has athreatening effect on student activity or physical or mental health.All staff members have responsibility for consistency in establishing and maintaining anappropriate behavioral learning and working environment.A student code of conduct, developed under the district administration’s leadership, willbe made available to students and their respective parent(s) or guardian(s) and enforcedon each school property and school related activity.

Code of Conduct for West Lane Tech Computer Labs

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The following set of rules applies for all West Lane Tech students in computer labs.Students will review the following information with the instructor. They willunderstand the behavior expectations and consequences, and they agree to abide bythe terms of this contract. In exchange, the students will be provided with the use ofcomputer labs.Breaking equipment through carelessness or misbehavior will result in immediate removalfrom the lab and you will be charged for damages.Other classes are going on in the labs and disruption of those classes will not be tolerated.Students will only use the computers for the specified program. No violation of DistrictInternet policies. Be familiar with them.Roughhousing or misbehavior will result in one warning. The second time the student will beremoved from the lab and required to complete course work at another location.Absolutely no food or drinks in the labs.Students will work only at their assigned workstation during class. Students will not get upand wander around without permission.Students will log in only to their assigned account.Students will log out properly when finished.West Lane Tech students will respect all equipment and guidelines. Students will participatein keeping the learning environment clean and orderly by direction of teachers oradministrators.Students must sign out when leaving campus and once off campus, not return withoutexpressed approval of WLTLC administration.Cell phones will be off and out of view while student is in the classroom.Violations of the computer contract may result in denying student use of the computer lab. Astudent would then need to seek internet access off campus to continue their school work.

Discipline/Due ProcessA student who violates the Student Code of Conduct shall be subject to disciplinaryaction. A student’s due process rights will be observed in all such instances, includingthe right to appeal the discipline decision of staff and administrators. The Districtcomplaint procedure and any applicable legal requirements apply to this right.The District’s disciplinary options include using one or more discipline managementtechniques including counseling by teachers, counselors and administrators, after schoolattendance, suspension, expulsion, loss of driving privileges, loss of right to apply fordriving privileges, loss of privileges, honors and awards. Disciplinary measures areapplied depending on the nature of the offense. The age and past pattern of behavior of astudent will also be considered prior to any suspension or expulsion.

Discipline of Students with an IEPA student being served by an Individualized Education Program (IEP), who engages inconduct which would warrant suspension for a non-IEP student, may be suspended for upto and including 10 consecutive school days for violation of the Student Code ofConduct.When an IEP student is suspended for more than 10 cumulative school days during aschool year or is being expelled, the student’s parent’s will be notified immediately,within 24 hours if possible, of the circumstances of the misbehavior and the time andlocation of the student’s IEP team meeting addressing the infraction and its relationship

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to the need for an IEP. The IEP team will determine whether the misconduct is amanifestation of the student’s need for an IEP. Should the IEP team conclude themisconduct has no relationship to the IEP, the student may be disciplined in the samemanner as would other students. If the IEP team concludes the misconduct is related tothe student’s IEP, the team may recommend an alternative placement for the student.

If the student carries a weapon to or at school, on school premises or to or at a schoolFunction, West Lane Tech may remove the student from the campus for the remainderof the school year. If the student possesses or uses illegal drugs or sells or solicits the sale of controlled substances, West Lane Tech may remove the student from the campus for the remainder of the school year.

Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesAmong these student rights and responsibilities are the following:Civil Rights - including the rights to equal educational opportunity and freedom fromdiscrimination, the responsibility not to discriminate against others;The right to attend free public schools, the responsibility to attend school regularly andto observe school rules essential for permitting others to learn at school:The right to due process of law with respect to suspension, expulsion and decisionswhich the student believes injure his/her rights;The right to free inquiry and expression, within the responsibility to observereasonable rules, laws, and policies regarding these rights;The right to assemble informally, the responsibility to not disrupt the orderly operationof the educational process, nor infringe upon the rights of others;The right to privacy, which includes privacy in respect to the student’s educationrecords;The right to know the behavior standards expected; the responsibility to know theconsequences of misbehavior. Failure to meet this responsibility does not exempt astudent from the consequences of their behavior.

WarningA warning is defined as a verbal or written notice of a violation cautioning the student todesist an undesirable behavior. This may be substituted for another consequence.

Work CrewA student may be required to do a task around the school. This may be substituted foranother consequence at the discretion of the administration.

Suspension from CampusA student may be suspended from campus for violations of the Student Code of Conduct.Each suspension will include a specification of the reasons for the suspension, the lengthof the suspension, and a plan for readmission. A student’s due process rights includingthe rights to be heard or appeal will be observed. A reasonable and prompt effort will bemade to notify the parents of a suspended student.While under suspension, a student may not attend after school activities, be present on

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District and/or School property nor participate in activities directed or sponsored by the District and/or School.Suspensions begin at the end of the regular school day on which the student is notifiedand end at the beginning of the students return to classes. Suspended students areresponsible for continuing their on-line work during the suspension. Students may go topublic library to do so.

ExpulsionA student may be expelled for severe or repeated violations of the Student Code ofConduct. An expulsion shall not extend beyond one calendar year. No student may beexpelled without a hearing unless the student’s parent or the student, if 18 years of age,waives the right to a hearing, either in writing or by failure to appear at a scheduledhearing. West Lane Tech will provide appropriate expulsion notification includingexpulsion hearing procedures, student and parent rights and alternatives for on lineaccess. In accordance with Oregon law, the hearings officer may request that the drivingprivileges of the student or the right to apply for driving privileges be suspended for nomore than one year for any student who has been expelled for bringing a weapon toschool or suspended or expelled at least twice for assaulting or menacing a District or West LaneTech employee or another student, for willful damage or injury to District or West Lane Techproperty or for use of threats, intimidation, harassment or coercion against a District or West Lane Tech employee or another student. A second such request for subsequent violation mayresult in suspension of driving privileges or the right to apply for driving privileges untilthe student is age 21.

Probationary StatusA student with repeated violations or a serious offense(s) may be placed on a personalbehavior contract during which time he/she may be suspended for any violation. Aconference with the student, parent, staff personnel and administrator is encouraged atthis step.

Conduct Subject to DisciplineStudents will be subject to discipline including suspension, expulsion, loss of awards andhonors and/or referral to law enforcement officials for the following, including but notOpen defiance of a teacher’s authorityBringing, possessing, concealing or using a weapon to or on District or school property or at an activity under the jurisdiction of the school or at an interscholastic activityadministered by a voluntary organization approved by the State Board of Education;Substance abuse or any possession or use of tobacco, alcohol or unlawful drugs,including drug paraphernaliaAssault menacing of a School or District employee, another student or a person on School or District property or attending a school or district activityUse of threats, targeted lists, intimidation, harassment or coercion against any fellowstudent, School or District employee or a person on School or District property or attending a District and/or school activityDamage or destruction of School and/or District property

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Damage or destruction of private property on School or District premises or during School or District activitiesTheftUse or display of profane or obscene languageViolation of District transportation rulesHazingRepeated violations of the Student Code of Conduct, District policies, regulations andrules and/or persistent failure to comply with rules under the lawful directions of staffor School and/or District officials.

Behavior/ConsequencesBehaviors and consequences include but are not limited to the following:Accessory/Instigate/Socialize: A student who urges, goads, incites, or helps anotherperson to violate a rule or who aides them after the violation, including lying orwithholding information from school authorities, will be subject to the discipline for theoffense.Acknowledgment of Consequences: Students are expected to sign all referrals. Signinga referral is acknowledgment that the student has received the information in thedocument, not an admission of guilt. A student signing a referral does not waive his/herdue process rights. Failure to sign a referral will be considered insubordination.Process/Procedure Violation: Consequence as stated for the violation.

Level 1 ViolationsAbusive Language/Inappropriate Language/Use or Display of Profane or ObsceneLanguage: Messages that include swearing, name calling or use of words in aninappropriate way.Classroom/Activity Disruption: Behavior causing an interruption in a class or activity.Disruption includes sustained off-task talk, loud talk, yelling or screaming, noise withmaterials, horseplay or roughhousing, sustained out-of-seat behavior, throwing materials,unacceptable classroom effort.Closed Campus Violation: Leaving school grounds during school hours without signing out of school. A closed campus violation is also defined as a violation of an ATTENDANCE CONTRACT FORM (if signed by parent/guardian). Computer Violation: A student’s computer privileges may also be suspended/ revoked.Display of Affection (Inappropriate)Disruption of the Educational ProcessDress Code ViolationGamblingInappropriate Objects: Bringing, possessing or using - These are items that maydisrupt the educational process or learning environment. They include but are not limitedto the following: laser pointers; lighters; matches; water devices, legal fireworks, drugparaphernalia, stink or smoke bombs.Leaving Computer Lab Without PermissionVehicle Violation: Vehicle violations include but are not limited to the following:leaving school, including truancy without administrative approval; transporting studentsin the back of open pickups; transporting unauthorized students off-campus, including

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freshmen and sophomores during the lunch period. These violations shall result in theloss of driving and parking privileges.

Consequences for Level 1 Violations : Step 1: Referral/Conference with parent

Step 2: Suspension 1-3 School DaysStep 3: Suspension 5-10 School Days

Level 2 ViolationsThe following behaviors and violations are considered severe.Bullying/Harassment/Hazing/Tease/Taunt/Intimidate/Extortion: Disrespectfulmessages include negative comments based on race and/or national or ethnic origin;religion, gender, age, disabilities or other personal matters. This also includes threateningfor the purpose of trying to make a person do something against their will or the use ofpicture taking cell phones in locker rooms or restrooms when a students’ privacy isinvaded. Consequences for taking unauthorized pictures will immediately be elevated toStep 3 of this Level 2 violation.Cheating: Cheating is defined as, but not limited to, taking pictures ofexams/tests/quizzes with a cell phone or other device, plagiarism, copying others’ work,fraud, etc. Consequences may range from loss of a grade for the assignment, loss ofcredit for the class up to being dropped from the West Lane Tech program.Defiance/Disrespect/Insubordination/Non-Compliance/Profanity Directed Toward aStaff Member: Refusal to follow directions, talking back, socially rude interactionsand/or swearing at a staff member.Driving Violation: Driving violations include but are not limited to the following:speeding; reckless or careless driving. In addition to the Level 2 consequences, theseviolations shall result in the loss of driving and parking privileges. These consequencesare for a student’s career at West Lane Tech.Step 1: 90 School Days Step 2: Permanent RevocationPermanent revocation (Step 2) also applies to a student who transports or stores drugs,alcohol, weapons, or any illegal or restricted substance or article on District property.Fighting/Aggressive Physical Behavior: Actions involving serious physical contactwhere injury may occur - hitting, punching, hitting with an object, kicking, hair pulling,scratching, etc.Forgery: Signing an individual’s name or representing one self to be another person by use ofthe telephone or e-mail without that person’s permission.Theft: Student is in possession of, having passed on, or being responsible for theremoval of someone else’s property. In addition to the level 2 consequences a studentwill be required to pay restitution.Tobacco Violation: Bringing, selling, distributing, possessing, or using any tobaccoproduct.Truancy/Unexcused Absences: Student stays out of class or school without permissionor the reason is not excused by the administration.Vandalism/Property Damage/Graffiti: Student participates in an activity that results insubstantial destruction or disfigurement of property. In addition to the level 2consequences, restitution will be expected. Students who damage property accidentally

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will be liable for expenses related to their behavior.Consequences for Level 2 Violations .

Step 1: Suspension 1-5 School DaysStep 2: Suspension 5-10 School Days

Step 3: Expulsion

Level 3 ViolationsThe following behaviors will not be tolerated. Students who violate these rules will besuspended pending an expulsion hearing.Arson: Student plans and/or participates in the burning of property.Assault/Menacing/Threat: A student who physically or verbally attacks another personcausing injury or places them in fear of imminent serious physical injury on Districtproperty or while attending a school activity. Use of threats, targeted lists,intimidation, harassment or coercion against any fellow student, School or District employee or a person on School or District property or attending a School or District activity.Bomb Threat/Fire Alarm: Student delivers a message of possible explosive materialsbeing on-campus, near campus, and/or pending explosion. This also includes pulling afire alarm or signaling an emergency when none exist.Drugs/Alcohol: The possession, selling/distribution, use of illegal and harmful drugs isstrictly prohibited. This includes substance abuse, including prescription drugs or over-the-counter medication and drug paraphernalia.Repeated Violations: The student has three or more Level 2 violations or persistently failsto comply with the school rules and/or staff directives.Weapons (Imitations Included): Possession, handling, or transporting - No student willpossess, handle, and/or transport a dangerous/deadly weapon, firearm or destructivedevice on School or District property. Weapons include, but are not limited to the following: guns, knives, metal knuckles, straight razors, explosives (including illegal fireworks), noxiousand irritating gases or chemicals, poisons, drugs, or any other items determined by theadministration or designee to be fashioned with the intent to use, sell, harm, threaten orharass students, staff members, parents, or patrons.Under state and federal law, expulsion from school is required for a period of not lessthan one year for any student who is determined to have brought a weapon to school.Additionally, in accordance with Oregon law, any person who intentionally possesses afirearm in school is subject to criminal prosecution, a maximum five (5) yearsimprisonment, $100,000 fine and forfeiture of firearms and/or other dangerous weaponsor both. Any person 13 to 17 years of age convicted of intentionally possessing a firearm in a public building is subject to denial of driving privileges for 90 days.Dangerous weapon is defined in Oregon law as any weapon, device, instrument, materialor substance which, under the circumstances in which it is used, attempted to be used orthreatened to used, is readily capable of causing death or serious injury.Deadly weapon is defined as any instrument, article or substance specifically designedfor and presently capable of causing death or serious injury.Firearm is defined in federal law as any weapon (including a starter gun) which will or isdesigned to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of anexplosive. This includes the frame or receiver of any such weapon or firearm, muffler orsilencer. Destructive device is defined as any device with an explosive, incendiary or poison gascomponent or any combination of parts either designed or intended for use in convertingany device into any destructive device or from which a destructive device may be readilyassembled. A destructive device does not include any device which is designed primarily

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or redesigned primarily for use as a signaling, pyrotechnic, line throwing, safety orsimilar device.

Consequence for Level 3 Violations - Expulsion

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