Sherman Indian High School is accredited by the
Western Association of Schools and Colleges, (WASC)
STUDENT GUIDE TO SUCCESS

INTRODUCTION
           Welcome to Sherman Indian High School, (Sherman), a Bureau of Indian Education, off-reservation boarding school; Sherman Indian High School is a Drug & Alcohol Free Campus. Sherman has zero-tolerance for alcohol and substance abuse. The Office of Indian Education Programs is committed to promoting and providing a drug-free academic and residential environment for all students. Therefore, the Office of Indian Education Programs prohibits the use of alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, and inhalants on or at school-related activities.
           Sherman Indian High School believes that it offers students an exceptional educational environment for student success. Students who make the commitment to follow The Student Guide to Success will succeed at Sherman Indian High School.

ACADEMIC CULTURE

Grade level is determined in the following manner...
Freshman:
A student beginning high school for the first time is considered a freshman. Freshmen should graduate in 2011.
Sophomore:
A student is a sophomore if he/she is in his/her second year of high school. Sophomore will stay at this level until he/she earns 100 credits, regardless of the number of years he/she has been in high school.
Junior:
A student who has completed 100-159 credits is a junior, regardless of the number of years he/she has been in high school.  Students who are juniors should graduate in 2009.
Senior:
A student must have completed a minimum of 160 credits before the beginning of the school year.  He/She must have 12 or fewer classes to complete and he/she must be able to complete the classes in the correct sequence within that same school year.  These students will be the class of 2008. Any student who does not meet the requirements is NOT considered a senior.

POST-SECONDARY LIFE
The California Education Code (51100-51102) states that students and parents have the right to be informed of college entrance requirements.  It is critically important to know how to assist students who choose to pursue a college education.

Students and parents need to know the college preparatory classes to take in high school.  The minimum requirements vary, depending on the selected college or university. The “a-g” subject requirements by the Regents of the University of California and California State University are generally considered the most rigorous.  Admission information can be found in the Guidance Center.  It is important for students and parents/guardians to realize that meeting minimum GPA for college entrance may be too low to assurance university entrance.

Sherman hosts an annual College Day in October and an annual Career Day in April.  Throughout the year campus visits are scheduled to the University of California, at Riverside, UCLA, Riverside Community College, California State University, Long Beach, California State University, San Bernardino, DeVry University and other campuses. There are over 7,000 colleges and universities in the United States.  There is a college, university, a career college, technical college a trade school, or a branch of the military, which is a good match for each student.  A Sherman Indian High School student’s job is to do his or her best to prepare for the college or career of his or her choice and graduate.

COLLEGE TESTING REQUIREMENTS
To gain admission to college, students in addition to the class requirements must also take and submit scores from either the SAT Reasoning (formally called the SAT 1) or the ACT plus Writing (American College Test) and the SAT Subject Tests (formally called the SAT II).  The Academic Counselors can provide the testing dates and locations.

Sherman Indian High School receives a limited number of registration fee waivers for the ACT and SAT.  For students who are not eligible for a fee waiver, Sherman will pay the registration fees for the: SAT Reasoning, ACT plus Writing and the SAT Subject Tests.

CALIFORNIA RESIDENCY FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION
A student who is a graduate of any school located in California that is operated by the U. S. Bureau of Indian Affairs, including, but not limited to Sherman Indian High School, shall be entitled to residence classification for college.  The exception shall continue as long as continuous attendance is maintained by the student at an institution (notwithstanding 68062). (Added by Stats 1989, e 424,@ 1 Amended by Stats. 1993, e 8 (A. B. 46) @ 16 eff. April 15, 1993).
 

Comparison of
Sherman’s Graduation Requirements
and
California’s Public Universities

The University of California (UC) and The California State University(CSU)

Courses Sherman Graduation Requirements a-g Subject Requirements
a.  U.S. History /Social Science 4 years required:
1 semester of Indian Studies
2 semesters of World History
2 semesters of U.S. History
1 semester of Tribal Government
1 semester of Federal Government
1 semester of Economics 2 years required,
3 years recommended
1 year of World History, Cultures or Geography; and
1 year of U.S. History or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of civic or American Government.
b.  English/ Composition &
     Literature 4 years required 4 years required (no more than 2 semesters of 9th grade English will be accepted)
c.  Mathematics 3 years required
 3 years required,
4 years recommended
Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II. (Advanced courses such as Trigonometry, Analytical Geometry and Statistics are also recommended).
d.  Laboratory Science 2 yrs required  2 years required,
3 years recommended
Biology, Chemistry, Physics
e.  Language other than English Not required 2 years required
(of the same language),
3 years recommended
f.   Visual/ Performing Arts 1 year required 1 year required
g.  Electives 6 semesters required 1 year required
h.  Vocational Arts 2 semesters required Not required
i.   Computer Science 2 semesters required Not required
j.   Physical Education 4 semesters required Not required
k.  Health 1 semester required Not required
Exams STAR, Math placement test
and SAT 10 PSAT recommended in 10th grade for both the UC and the CSU
SAT Reasoning or ACT required for the UC and CSU
SAT Subject Tests (2 tests) required for the UC
Grade Point Average 4.0 Honor Society
3.5 Principal’s List
3.0  Honor Roll For the UC: 3.0 GPA and higher in the required a-g subjects taken in grades 10-12.
For the CSU: 2.0 GPA and higher in the required a-g subjects taken in grades 10-12.
 *15 Year-long High School Courses.  The approved UC course list can be found in the Guidance Center.
Students must earn grades of “C” or better

Sherman Indian High School classes which meet the “a-g” Subject Requirements.
“a-g” Subject Requirements
    15 yearlong high school courses 9th
1st semester   2nd semester 10th
1st semester              2nd semester 11th
1st semester        2nd semester 12th
1st semester        2nd semester
a.  History
     2 years required
     3 years recommended
   World History A World History B U.S. History A
 

U.S. History  A (PASS) U.S. History B
 

U.S. Hist. B
(PASS) Federal Government

Fed. Gov’t (PASS)

b.  English
     4 years required English 1A

Eng 1A (PASS) English 1B

Eng 1A (PASS) English 2A

Eng 2A
(PASS)
 English 2B

Eng 2B
(PASS) English 3A

Eng 3A
(PASS) English 3B

Eng 3B (PASS) English 4A

Themes in Literature A (PASS) English 4B

Themes in Literature B (PASS)
c.  Mathematics
     3 years required.
     4 years recommended.
    Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2,
    Pre-Calculus, Calculus Algebra 1A

Alg. IA (PASS) Algebra 1B

Alg. IB
(PASS) Geometry A Geometry B Algebra 2A Algebra 2B Pre-Calculus A Pre-Calculus B
d.  Laboratory Science
     2 years required.
     3 years recommended.
     Biology, Chemistry, Physics   Adv. Biology A Adv. Biology B Chemistry A Chemistry B Physics A Physics B
e.  Language Other Than English
     2 years required of the same
     language
     3 years recommended of the
     same language Spanish 1A

 Lakota 1A Spanish 1B

Lakota 1B Spanish 2A

Lakota 2A Spanish 2B

Lakota 2B Spanish 3A Spanish 3B
f.  Visual and Performing Arts
    1 year required
   Art 1A Art 1B Art 2A Art 2B Photography Native American
Basketry
g. College Prep Electives
    1 year required       Tribal Government Economics

Econ
(PASS)

College Entrance Exams
Recommended Testing Schedule  PSAT     October SAT II          June PSAT  October
 ACT         April
SAT I       May
SAT II      June October         Re-Test as Needed
November     Re-Test as Needed
December     Re-Test as Needed

Grade Point Average: Universities calculate your GPA in the a-g subjects by assigning point values of the grades you earned.  Points are assigned as follows: A=4 points, B=3 points, C=2 points,
 D= 1 point, F or NC= 0 points. To calculate your GPA:  1) total the points earned in “a-g” courses  2) divide by the number of “a-g” courses 3) you now have your  college GPA.

D and F grades:  Any “a-g” course in which you earn a D or F must be repeated with a grade of C or better.  The D or F grade along with the second grade will be used in calculating your GPA.  (Taken from the 2005-2006 Introducing the University, a University of California publication).

Things To Keep In Mind:  1) Depending on the college/university, the grades you earned in 9th grade may or may not be used calculate your GPA.   2) A’s raise your GPA, B’s keep it the same,
C’s, D’s, and F’s lower your GPA. 3)  Colleges/Universities have Admission Requirements.  They look at the “a-g”, your GPA, college entrance exams, and some will require you to write a personal statement.  You are encouraged, beginning as a 9th grader,  to find the colleges/universities that you are interested in, print the Admission Requirements, and schedule an appointment with Mrs. Clifford.
 
 

GRADES

Progress reports are not recorded on student’s permanent records (transcripts). No credit is gained at the Progress Report.   Semester grades indicate progress for the full semester and are recorded on students’ permanent records (transcripts).  Credit is gained with passing semester grades.

REPORT CARDS
The school year is divided into two semesters. With each semester, teachers will issue report cards showing subject grades, conduct grade, and a work habits grade. Teachers also have the option to include up to two comments per course. Typically report cards are mailed home one (1) week after the close of the grading period.  Students are also given a copy of the report card and Progress Reports.

The following symbols will be used to record student’s academic grades:

 A Superior 4 grade points    90 – 100%
 B   Above Average 3 grade points 80 – 89%
 C Average 2 grade points 70 – 79%
 D Below Average 1 grade point 60 – 69%
 NY Not Yet 0 grade points below 60%
 NC No Credit 0 grade points

The following symbols will be used to record student’s conduct and work habits:

O Outstanding
 S Satisfactory
 N Needs Improvement
 U Unsatisfactory

HOMEWORK POLICY
Sherman Indian High School views homework as an extension of class work that correlates with the objectives of the current curriculum.

Homework should be a tool to promote learning, motivate students, and strengthen the self-discipline students need to concentrate. The cooperative efforts of parents, dormitories staff, faculty, and administration monitoring homework can provide an excellent opportunity for educational partnerships. After School Tutoring is available.

Objectives of Homework
• To review, reinforce, or extend classroom learning by providing practice and application of knowledge gained.
• To teach students responsibility and organizational skills
• To promote wide and orderly use of time
• To provide opportunities for enrichment activities
Teacher Responsibilities
• To make specific homework assignments and to make sure students know what is expected of them
• To include within the homework assignments activities that related to classroom lessons.
• To evaluate homework assignments and to share these results with the students.

Parent/Dormitory Responsibilities
• To encourage and to support the student’s efforts by being available for questions, but to remember that homework is the student’s responsibility.
• To establish a regular “homework time” to help the student better organize his/her time.
• To provide a quiet, well-lighted place for the student to study.

Student Responsibilities
• To complete all assignments as directed by the teacher.
• To know the purpose, deadline, and instructions of the homework assignments.
• To take home any materials and information needed to complete the assignment.
• To ask about complete work missed during an absence from school
• To develop good work and study habits.

Homework can be rewarding, and the effectiveness of a homework policy depends largely on the concern of each student’s parents and teachers.  As each student matures his/her success with homework becomes progressively more dependent on his/her own efforts.

”NOT YET” List

Designed to assist Sherman Indian High School students who are failing one or more classes with additional Academic support and Residential structure.

Student Responsibility
1. Each student is responsible for maintaining a passing grade (D average/60% and above) in each class.
2. Every Friday check the posted “NY” List in the dorm and in the Counseling Office.
3. If student’s name is on the “NY” List, then on Sunday the student must pack all belongings and transfer to Choice Dorm.
 

Conditions:

Probationary Period:
• The first time a student’s name appears on the “NY” List, that student is placed on “NY” Probation List for a one week time period.
• If student’s name remains on the “NY” List for a second week, the student will then move to the Choice Dorm for the entire week (Sunday to Sunday).

Once student has moved to the Choice Dorm, the student will have one week to bring up his or her grade/s.
• Students will remain in the Choice Dorm until 65% is achieved. (Sunday to Sunday).
• During the week in the Choice Dorm, students must follow the Choice Dorm schedule and procedures.

Students in Choice Dorm will not participate in the following:
• Social events (dances, hang-out in the quad area or Student Center, etc.).
• Club meetings, fundraisers, and activities.
• Sports (this includes practice and games).
• Order food (from off-campus) for delivery.

Here are just a few suggestions…
• Meet with your teacher to find out what you can do to bring-up your grade.
• Complete and turn in any missing assignments.
• Use the weekend to catch up.
• Study for your tests.
• Do your best.

Teachers will be available before and after school.
Tutors will also be available after school.
 
 
 
 

ATTENDANCE

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
• It is the student’s responsibility to attend all assigned classes every day that school is in session.
• It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of and follow the correct procedures when absent from an assigned class.
• It is the student’s responsibility to request and complete any missed assignments due to an absence.

PARENT/GUARDIAN RESPONSIBILITY
• It is the responsibility of the student’s parent/guardian to encourage the student to attend school.
• It is the responsibility of the student’s parent/guardian to work cooperatively with the school and the student to solve any attendance problems that may arise.

TEACHERS’ RESPONSIBILITY
• It is the teacher’s responsibility to take attendance and to maintain accurate attendance records in each assigned class.
• It is the teacher’s responsibility to be familiar with all procedures governing attendance and to apply these procedures uniformly.
• It is the teacher’s responsibility to provide any student who has been absent with assignments and assistance upon request of the student.

DORMITORY RESPONSIBILITY
• It is the responsibility of the student’s dormitory staff to encourage the student to attend school.
• It is the responsibility of the student’s dormitory staff to work cooperatively with the Academics and the student to solve any attendance problems that may arise.

ADMINISTRATOR’S  RESPONSIBILITY
• It is the administrator’s responsibility to require students to attend all assigned classes.
• It is the administrator’s responsibility to be familiar with all procedures governing student attendance.
• It is the administrator’s responsibility to distribute the school’s attendance procedure through the Student Guide.
• It is the administrator’s responsibility to determine excused and unexcused absences.
• It is the administrator’s responsibility to inform the student’s parent/guardian of the student’s attendance and to work cooperatively with them and the student to solve attendance problems

Class attendance is a very important part of academic life.  In order to receive course credit, students should be in class for 90 days in each semester of the academic year.

Daily attendance and daily class participation are keys for a successful academic year. The Sherman Indian High School faculty and staff are committed to maintaining a strong academic environment in which the use of class time and student achievement is maximized.

Sherman requires students to respect the fact that education is first and foremost.  It requires all students be on time for each class. “On time” means that the student must be in the classroom when the bell starting class rings.

Sherman has a five-minute passing time with a one-minute warning bell.  This chimed bell rings one minute prior to starting class.

When the student is not in class by the starting bell the student is to report directly to the On Campus Suspension, (OCS) room. On the third and fourth visit, a Minor Referral will be written.  On the fifth visit, a Major Referral will be written.

When a student walks out or is dismissed from class (primarily for behavioral reasons) the student must report directly to the OCS room. The teacher is obligated to write a behavior violation for this incident.

Any student out of class must have an appropriate pass. A pass can only be written to one specific place – no wandering. This pass must be presented to any Administrator, Faculty, or Staff upon request. One pass is necessary for each student. Students without an appropriate pass will be taken to the OCS room. If a student with an appropriate pass is out of class for an excessive amount of time, the student may be taken to OCS.
 
 
 

ABSENCES

1) For the purpose of having medical, dental, optometric, or chiropractic services rendered with proof of appointment or signed medical release.

2) For illness.  If the student is treated at home for the illness the student must submit a medical release that he/she is ready to attend classes.  This statement must be presented to the Attendance Office for such absences to be considered excused.  The dates of medical care must be included in the medical statement.

3) Parental Counseling, Traditional Ceremonies, and Religious services allow students to return to the family home for any form of counseling and ceremonies that the parent deems appropriate for the child.  Leave for attending the funeral services of an immediate family member is considered Parental Counseling.  This type of leave is limited to 5 instructional days per semester.  Request for Parental Counseling must be approved by school administration prior to leaving for the absences to be considered excused and travel expenses will be borne by the family, not by the school.

NOTE: It is the students sole responsibility, during all excused absences, to make up any missed work.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES
Unexcused absences are methods of undermining the educational right and responsibility of each student.  The monthly Progress Reports will have attendance totals.  This allows parents/guardians to know when his/her child is not actively engaged in the educational process.

A student who is truant from class will receive a major referral.

Students who have a probation officer, social worker, or caseworker may have notification of unexcused absences also sent to these officials.

TEN (10) UNEXCUSED ABSENCES
A student missing more than ten sessions of a semester class without acceptable excuses will receive no credit for that class.  However, a student is expected to continue to attend class and complete assigned class work and homework.

1) EARLY TRAVEL – UNEXCUSED ABSENCE
Sherman understands there may be certain occasions that a student may need to leave early, such as before holidays and at the end of the academic year.  The parent/guardian who requests early leave for the child must:

• Have the principal’s or designee’s approval
• Complete any exam/s or final exam/s.  Teachers are not mandated to provide or make special accommodations for student requesting early leave.
• Adhere to the 10 or less days of unexcused absences (including days missed due to leaving early) to receive credit in the class.
• Parent/Guardian is responsible for all transportation costs as a result of leaving early.
• Student is responsible to make-up any missed work during absence.
• Student leaving more than 10 days before the end of the term will not receive credit.

2)  EXTENDED ABSENCE
Any student who is absent from classes either excused or unexcused for ten (10) consecutive instructional days will be considered withdrawn from Sherman Indian High School.  Taking an extended leave harms the student’s participation in the educational process.  Students will earn no credit for the semester and will no longer be on track to graduate.

3) SCHOOL VACATIONS
Vacations during the school year are discouraged and hinder instructional continuity and may be harmful to the student’s educational development and progress towards graduation. A student who takes a vacation during the year or extends school vacations may jeopardize his/her academic achievement and progress towards graduation.

4) Unexcused absences will be counted beginning with each new semester.
 
 
 

HONESTY/INTEGRITY OF STUDENT WORK POLICY

At the beginning of each course, the teacher will state the classroom standards and requirements of the course and clearly inform the students in writing what kinds of aid, if any, are permitted on assignments. Teachers will exercise care in planning and supervising student assignments and testing, so that honest effort by students will be encouraged. Students are expected to complete the assigned work for a course in accordance with the teacher’s standards.  It is the student’s responsibility to seek clarification from the teacher if the student does not understand the teacher’s expectations.

No student shall engage in any activity that involves cheating, plagiarism (the taking of ideas or writing from another and passing them off as one’s own), or copying another student’s homework or tests or allowing another student to copy his or her work or tests.  No student shall engage in activity for the purpose of receiving a grade by means other than honest work.

For example:
• No student shall plagiarize or copy the work of another person and submit it as his/her own work; this includes using any information from computers, USB drives, disks, intranet, etc.
• No student shall complete any examination or assignment for another person.
• No student shall alter graded class assignments or tests and then resubmit them to be
re-graded or submit substantially the same material in more than one course.
• No student shall knowingly obtain, provide or accept any unauthorized material that
 contains questions or answers to any test, quiz, or assignment to be given by the teacher at
 a subsequent time.
• No student shall copy a computer file that contains another student’s assignment and
 submit it as his or her own work or use it as a model for his or her own work.
• No student shall knowingly allow another student to copy or use his or her own computer
 files and submit that file, or a modification, as that student’s individual work.
• Students shall not work together on an assignment (unless authorized by the teacher), sharing the computer files or program involved, and then submit individual copies of the assignment as each person’s individual work.

Students engaging in dishonest acts, such as those noted on the previous page should be aware of the consequences of their actions.

• 1st Offense:
 The student will receive a major referral.

• 2nd Offense
The student will receive No Credit in the class.  The student will be expected to attend
 class for accountability purposes.
 
 
 
 

CODE OF CONDUCT

The school administration, faculty, and staff acknowledge its responsibility to provide educational opportunities that will foster the skills, understanding, appreciation, and attitude for living effectively in our society. Students acknowledge their responsibility to contribute to a school atmosphere where people can live and learn with dignity and respect for one another.

The Sherman Indian High School Principal and School Board approve this document, the 2006-2007 Student Guide to Success. This document takes precedence over all documents in determining students’ rights and responsibilities while attending Sherman Indian High School.

The codes in the Student Guide to Success are developed in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 25, Subchapter E, Part 42 (revised as of April 1, 2005), Bureau of Indian Affairs Manual 62 BIAM 0.11A, and the California Laws Related to Minors. Recommendations were solicited and received from students, parents, faculty, staff, and the school administration.

Every student will be given a copy of the Student Guide to Success.  Each student will sign a Student Commitment Form and agrees to adhere to Sherman’s code of conduct – The Student Guide to Success. The Student Commitment Form will be maintained in the student’s file.  Parents/Guardians are requested to sign a commitment to assist their child to adhere to the Student Guide. Administration, faculty, and staff are required to adhere to the Student Guide.

The principal or designee is the only person authorized to alter the rules established by this document with School Board approval.
 
 
 
 

STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES

STUDENT   RIGHTS
a.  The right to an education. Attend all classes regularly except when ill or properly excused. Meet all class, dorm, and school obligations.

b.  The right to be free from unreasonable search & seizure of one’s property. Have nothing in one’s possession leading to search & seizure, such as drugs, alcoholic beverages, stolen property, weapons. Any behavior forbidden by this handbook is in accordance with federal laws & regulations.

c.  The right to a reasonable degree of privacy.
 Respect the privacy and peace of others.

d. The right to a reasonably safe and secure environment; freedom from fear of being molested by others, freedom from having possessions stolen. Live in peace & harmony with fellow students and school employees, respecting their possessions, safety, and well-being.
e.  The right to freedom of religion & culture Respect the right of self and others to express their freedom of religion & culture.

f.  The right to freedom of speech and expression including freedom of choice, speech, appropriate dress, length of hair, and display of culturally sensitive buttons, armbands or posters. Express opinions & ideas respectfully so as not to slander, defame, or use abusive language to others. Express one’s self in such a way as not to be disruptive to the educational process or classroom/dorm procedure.  Respect the codes as written in the Student Guide to Success.

g. The right to freedom of the press except where materials in student publications are libelous, slanderous, or obscene. Write opinions and ideas, but not if they are untrue or may hurt another person.
h. The right to freedom from discrimination. Respect the rights of self and other students and other persons in regard to all the freedom of rights as guaranteed by law.

i.  The right to peaceably assemble and to petition for the correction of grievances. Schedule meetings so as not to disrupt the educational process,  nor interfere with approved school activities.

j.  The right to access student records. Access is confined to authorized school staff, the student or parents/guardians.  Except when required by law, persons outside the school system shall not have access to any student’s records without a written request by his/her legal guardians or by the student if he/she is classified as an adult. All persons having access to records shall be instructed that the information contained therein must be kept confidential.

k. The right to Due Process. Every student is entitled to Due Process in every instance of disciplinary action for alleged violation of school regulations for which the student may be subjected to penalties, suspension or expulsion. The only exception to this rule is the use of emergency suspension to protect life and property in times of emergency.
 
 
 
 

DISCIPLINARY PROCESS

DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS
A Disciplinary Referral is documentation of a student’s alleged violation of the code of conduct while at Sherman Indian High School. The Disciplinary Referral will include all actions seen, date, time and location of the incident, names of student/s and if any, name/s of witness/es. The administration, faculty or staff member will counsel a student after a Disciplinary Referral is written.

The student will be asked to sign the referral.  Signing a referral does not indicate guilt of a violation, signing only acknowledges that the student understands a referral was written.  If a student refuses to sign the referral, it will be noted on the referral.  An attempt to notify parents/guardians of the Disciplinary Referral will be made by phone by the person writing the referral. A copy of all expellable, alcohol/chemical influence, major, and minor Disciplinary Referrals will be kept on file in the school and within the school database.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE
When it is determined by the principal or his/her designee, that a student is a clear and present danger to his/herself or to others, that student may be placed on administrative leave on an emergency basis.

All Administrative Leaves will result in a Due Process Hearing except in the event of a Parental Withdrawal.  Parents/guardians have the right to parentally withdraw (in writing) their student from Sherman prior to a hearing, but the student will be subject to conditions for re-admission in accordance with the disciplinary process.
 
 

DUE PROCESS

Student Rights and Due Process procedures are as contained in 25 CFR Part 42.3.  The regulations govern establishing a program of students’ rights and Due Process procedures in Bureau of Indian Affairs Schools and in schools that are operating under contract with the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

Due Process Rights:
1. The student has a right to be present at the hearing as well as the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) or their designee and/or be represented by legal counsel of his/her choice. The student will pay for private attorney’s fees.  Travel costs to the hearing will be borne by he family, not by the school.

2. The student has a right to produce and have produced witnesses and/or evidence on the student’s behalf and to confront and examine all witnesses.

3. The student has a right to a record of the hearings on disciplinary actions, including written findings of facts and conclusions.

4. The student has a right to administrative review and appeal.

5. The student has a right to not be made to testify against oneself.

6. The student has a right to have allegations of misconduct and information about the allegations removed from the student’ records if the student is found not guilty of the charges.

7. * Students with IEP’s will be referred to Special Education for an intervention.

Due Process shall include:
1. Written notices of charges are sent to the permanent address of the student.  Notice of the charges shall include reference to regulations allegedly violated, the facts presented that constitute the alleged violation, and notice of access to all statements related to the charge and to those parts of a student’s school record which shall be considered in rendering a disciplinary decision.

2. A fair and impartial hearing will be held before any disciplinary action is imposed.

3. The disciplinary hearing is held by teleconference or in absentia. All parties will be sent notice of the hearing date and time within ten (10) instructional days of the date of the administrative leave. The disciplinary hearing will be within ten (10) working days after notification.  Parents are welcome to attend the hearing.  All expenses incurred related to the attendance of the hearing are the sole responsibility of the parent/guardian.

4. If proper documentation can be produced that shows the student and his/her parent/guardian have been properly notified of date, time and place of the hearing and telephone contact cannot be established, the hearing will be held in absentia. It is the responsibility of the student to notify the Hearing Secretary if a rescheduling needs to take place prior to the hearing date.  A Due Process Hearing will only be re-scheduled one time, if necessary.

5. The student has a right to a written copy of the charges against him/her including the date, time, and place for the charges.

6. The student has a right to have the chairperson postpone the hearing for a reasonable amount of time (not to exceed ten calendar days), if the student believes he/she has not been given enough time to prepare an adequate defense or have enough time to have parents/guardians participate.

7. The Disciplinary Hearing Board shall hear cases involving rule violation and shall suggest recommendations of disciplinary action on a major vote basis, based solely on the facts presented at the hearing.

8. The Disciplinary Hearing Board shall be made up of two veteran employees and a chairperson (employee or contract), who are not prejudiced toward the student or involved in the situation. A Hearing Board member may not be a witness in the proceedings, nor may he/she be the individual bringing the charges.  A student may request an advocate (student or employee) to be present and/or participate in the Hearing.

9. The Disciplinary Hearing Board shall meet in private and render its recommendation.

a.   Expulsion of the student from the school. Expulsion is normally the result of a critical matter of health and/or safety to the student and/or other members of the Sherman community.  Violations inhibit the student from successfully meeting the SIHS ESLRs.  Expelled students may re-apply one calendar year after date of expulsion.  All semesters of the expulsion must be met before re-admittance is considered.  This may result in loss of academic credit earned for the semester.

b. Suspension of the student from school for a specified amount of time. Suspension is usually the result of a serious matter of health and/or safety to the student and/or other members of the Sherman community. Violations inhibit the student from successfully meeting the SIHS ESLRs. Suspended students may reapply through the regular admissions process. Students suspended will be excluded from attendance for the remainder of the semester in which the suspension occurs. This may result in loss of academic credit earned for the semester.

o Students reapplying during the same academic year must complete the full form of the application.  The Sherman Indian High School’s Admissions Committee must receive the application by the 2nd semester deadline date.  No phone calls will be accepted in lieu of the application.
o Failure to meet the terms of the suspension may result in a re-admittance application being denied.
o Reapplication of a suspended student does not automatically mean that a student will be readmitted.
o A student returning to Sherman from a suspension (during the same academic year) is responsible for the cost of return travel.

c.  Dismissal of charges

10. Upon determining the findings of fact and conclusions the Board shall make one of the above recommendations (a, b, or c) to the principal or the principal’s designee.

11. Only the principal or principal’s designee may take the disciplinary action leading to expulsion or suspension. Written recommendations from the Disciplinary Hearing Board are due to the principal or the principal’s designee within 72 hours of the hearing.

12. The student has a right to appeal the Principal’s decision in writing within ten (10) days of receiving the decision.

13. The student and parents/guardians may appeal the principal’s decision to the Area Education Program Administrator.

14. Any student in Due Process will not be allowed to participate in any school activity, and any student who has been Suspended or Expelled will not be allowed on campus to participate in any school sponsored activity.

ZERO TOLERANCE

The purpose of Sherman Indian High School is to offer a solid educational program to all American Indian Students.  The school and the student have an obligation, teachers to teach and students to learn.  Any student who is under any type of chemical influence is not prepared to participate in his/her education.  If he/she is not prepared to actively participate in the educational process, then Sherman Indian High School is not a suitable educational institution for the student.

For this sole reason Sherman Indian High School has instituted a strict Zero Tolerance Policy for students under chemical influence. Any student who is under the influence of any alcohol and/or illegal substance will be sent home on administrative leave pending a suspension hearing by teleconference as outlined in the Due Process Procedure.  Any student who is under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs when returning to campus after weekend leave, overnight leave, home leave or any other type of leave is subject to the same disciplinary action. When a student is on campus he/she must be free of all alcohol and chemical influences NO MATTER WHEN THE USE OCCURRED.

Suspension results may include a requirement to undergo a professional assessment of alcohol and substance abuse, before re-applying to Sherman.   A student must show documentation of the result of the assessment and documentation that the results of the assessment have been completed before consideration of re-admittance.

If a student has previous Zero Tolerance violations (during consecutive semesters) he or she may be denied readmission.

Students who display physical signs (reasonable suspicion) of chemical influence will be subject to alcohol/drug testing. Refusal to take the drug (breathalyzer, blood, or urine) test will be considered an admission of guilt and will be treated as a positive result. Breathalyzer, blood, or urine sample that appears to be “altered” or “adulterated” may also be considered as a positive result.

Students who are found in possession of drug paraphernalia will be tested for alcohol or illegal drugs.

• If the test is positive, the student will be placed on Administrative Leave and a Due Process hearing will be held.
• If the test is negative the paraphernalia will be confiscated and the student will receive a Major Discipline Referral and is subject to a Choice Dorm assignment for possession of alcohol and/or drug paraphernalia.
 
 
 
 

DESCRIPTION OF REFERRALS

B. EXPELLABLE DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS
Each Expellable Disciplinary Referral earns an immediate Administrative Leave and a Due Process hearing. All documentation will be mailed home to parents/guardians. Students who have a probation officer, social worker, or caseworker may have notification of expulsion also sent to these officials.

BEHAVIORS RESULTING IN AN EXPELLABLE DISCIPLINARY REFERRAL
1. Arson – Causing and/or attempting [Arson 2]
2. Bomb Threats [Bomb threat 4]
3. Possessing, selling, furnishing, or using any weapon or replica of a weapon [Weapons possession 37]
4. Possession of significant amounts of illegal drugs for personal use, intent to sell and/or furnish (will result in the school contacting local law enforcement). [Drugs 9]
5. Possession of significant amounts of alcohol for personal use, intent to sell and/or furnish (will result in the school contacting local law enforcement). [Alcohol 1]
6. Committing or attempting to commit sexual harassment [Sexual Harassment 27]
7. Committing or attempting to commit sexual assault and/or battery, [Sexual Battery 26]
8. Assault and/or battery against administration, faculty, staff, or student  [Battery 3]
9. A.W.O.L. - Absent Without Leave after midnight  [AWOL 502]
10. Causing or attempting to cause damage over $500 to school or personal property (including graffiti, vandalism, theft, arson).  [Vandalism 34]
11. Homicidal threats to student, administration, faculty, or staff [Threat/Intimidation 30]
12. Tampering with any safety equipment. e.g. fire alarm, smoke detector, and fire extinguisher [Property Misuse 23]
13. Arrested or processed by law enforcement for felony in the local community. [Felony 503]
14. Trespassing in areas where the student safety can be in danger (roofs, basements, tunnels, etc.), both on and off campus. [Trespassing 32]
15. Promoting unacceptable behavior through videotape, photography, or audiotape. [Video/Audio behavior 518]
16. Participating in a sexual relationship with a minor who is more than three years younger than the perpetrator-regardless of gender. [Sex offenses 25] (Riverside Police and Child Protective Services will be notified.)
17. Any incident that threatens the health and safety of students, staff, and/or self. [Threat/intimidation 30]
18. Use or possession of tattoo machines or tattoo paraphernalia. [Tattoo paraphernalia/use 516]
19. Any major violation while on any off-campus school activity. [Major Off Campus 508]
20. Causing or attempting to cause serious injury to another person, except in self-defense (Self defense does not permit aggression against the other.) [Fighting 10]
21. Committing or attempting to commit hazing, or hate violence. [Hazing 506]

C.   MAJOR DISCIPLINARY REFERRAL
    Each Major Disciplinary Referral any student earns will result in:
• A case conference and seven (7) days in the Choice Dorm and no extracurricular activities– no exceptions. Refusal to attend Choice Dorm when directed will result in Administrative leave and a hearing.
• A meeting between the student and the Dean of Discipline/HomeLiving Specialist or an administrator may occur.  The meeting will include a review of the incident and ascertain the student is aware of his/her right to Due Process.
• All documentation will be mailed home to parents/guardians.
• After receiving the 5th Major Disciplinary Referral the student then may be referred to the Code of Conduct Committee to consider the student’s continuation at Sherman Indian High School.
• Any student may appeal his or her discipline referral by completing the “Student Appeal Form”.  The completed form is given to Dean of Discipline/Homeliving specialist who will follow with an investigation.  During the investigation period the student will be moved to the Choice Dorm program until a decision has been made.  A student will be informed in writing of the findings as soon as possible.  Forms will be available in the Academic Counseling offices, School Social Worker, and Home Living Building.
DAY STUDENTS
Day Students will e required to adhere to the same rules, regulations and requirements that all the residential students must abide by.  This includes the NY list and etc.  Day students will be eligible to participate in all extracurricular activities, athletic programs and any other activities. They will be entitled to share the same privileges as the residential students

If a Day student does not adhere to the rule set forth they will be required to move into a dormitory.  If a parent or student elects not to follow these rules they may be considered for removal from Sherman Indian High School.

BEHAVIORS RESULTING IN A MAJOR DISCIPLINARY REFERRAL
1. Paraphernalia for illegal substance  (e.g. bags, rolling papers, straws, razors, butane lighters, mirrors, or other items used as paraphernalia) [Possession of paraphernalia 513]
2. Causing or attempting to cause damage under $500 to the school or personal property (including graffiti and vandalism) [Property Damage 22]
3. A.W.O.L. (Absent With Out Leave) [AWOL 502]
4. Truancy [Truancy 33]
5. Theft/Shoplifting (any value) [Larceny/Theft 16]
6. Sexual misconduct - examples: sexual intercourse [Sex Offenses 25]
7. Unauthorized use of an academic or residential pass.  (using pass for other than reason for which the pass is written)  [Unauthorized use of pass 517]
8. Involvement in a false fire alarm [Property Misuse 23]
9. In possession of stolen property [Larceny/Theft 16]
10. Riding in an unauthorized vehicle [In Unauthorized Vehicle 507]
11. Trespassing: entering unauthorized areas.  [Trespassing 32]
12. Bullying,intimidation and/or harassment against any administration, faculty, staff, or student [Harrassment/Bullying 12]
13. Fighting, except in self-defense (Self defense does not permit aggression against the other.) [Fighting 10]
14. Forgery - of information, official documents, or identification. [Forgery 11]
15. False allegations against student, staff, faculty or administration  [Lying 17]
16. Failure to follow the Acceptable Use Policy for electronic resources and technology. [AUP Violation 501]
17. Refusal to participate in standardized testing (Academic) [Non Compliance 19]
18. Any minor committed while in Choice Dorm [Non Compliance 19]
19. Refusal to comply with P.A.S.S. requirement for completing three books and pass the corresponding tests per week.  [Non Compliance 19]
20. An accumulation of 50 demerits. [Code Violation 7]
21. Gang related activities or association  [Gang Related Activity 504]
22. First offense of dishonesty of student work (cheating, plagiarism, etc.). [Cheating 6]
23. Failure to serve assigned classroom detention. [Non Compliance 19]
24. Continual disruptive behavior and/or refusal to participate in any academic/homeliving activities.  [Non Compliance 19}
25. Continual failure to bring classroom materials to class [Non Compliance 19]
26. Missing 5 Homeliving Accountability Checks-ins in a semester. [Missed 5 Account 509]
27. On Campus Suspension (OCS) five times or more in a semester [OCS 5 or more 511]
28. Use, Possession & selling cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, etx. [Tobacco 31]
29. Students from different dorms entering another student’s room or allowing a student to enter your room without the permission of dormitory manager or staff.  [Trespassing 32]
30. Continual use of Walkman-style players, headphones, radios, electronic games, skateboards, cell phones, TV, playing cards, lasers during scheduled student activities.  (Academic or Homeliving) [Non Compliance 19]
31. Continual failure to leave dorm or entering dorm during hours in which the dorm is off limits to students. [Trespassing 32]
32. Guilt by Association- Knowingly being or participating in by being present where a violation is tacking place. [Guilt by Association 505]
33. Failure to wear a helmet when riding, bike, skateboard, scooter, roller blades or other such vehicle. [Refusal to wear safety gear 515]

D.   MINOR DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS

A Minor Disciplinary Referral has a five (5) demerit value. Demerits must be worked off within the Department (RESIDENTIAL/ACADEMIC, etc.) in which the demerit was received.  Student must have all demerits worked off before he/she can leave campus for a non-academic reason.

At fifty (50) demerits the student will receive a Major Disciplinary Referral.

BEHAVIORS RESULTING IN A MINOR DISCIPLINARY REFERRAL
1. Inappropriate language – hateful, obscene, vulgar, or offensive language [Inappropriate Language 14]
2. Failure to follow posted dorm rules [Non Compliance 19]
3. Inappropriate public display of affection after being requested to refrain [Physical Contact 20]
4. Failure to follow posted classroom rules [Non Compliance 19]
5. Defiance of authority – administration, faculty, or staff  [Non Compliance 19]
6. Failure to follow posted cafeteria rules [Non Compliance 19]
7. Personal property/clothing exhibiting symbols of drugs, alcohol, gang, and/or sexually offensive materials.  [Offensive Material 512]
8. Use of Walkman-style players, headphones, radios, portable stereos, electronic games, skateboards, cell phones, TV, playing cards, lasers during scheduled student activities.  (Academic or Homeliving).  [Non Compliance 19]   (These will be confiscated and returned at the discretion of the administration.)
9. Possessing Walkie-talkies, two-way radios and such electronic devices. (These will be confiscated and returned at the discretion of the administration.) [Non Compliance 19]
10. Disruptive behavior and/or refusal to participate in the academic or homeliving activities [Non Compliance 19]
11. Failure to bring classroom materials to class. [Non Compliance 19]
12. On Campus Suspension (OCS) three/four times in a semester [OCS 3 & 4 times 510]
13. Failure to complete assigned homework. [Non Compliance 19]
14. Failure to show ID upon request. [Non Compliance 19]
15. Failure to leave dorm or entering dorm during hours in which the dorm is off limits to students.  [Trespassing 32]
 
 
 
 
 

STUDENT APPEAL

The student will need to provide a written appeal to have the Major Disciplinary Referral reviewed by the Dean of Discipline/Homeliving Specialist within two (2) days of being written up for a major violation of the Student Guide to Success. The appeal will be on the Student Appeal Form and will provide the student the opportunity to explain the misconduct and exactly why he/she feels that the incident should not be written up as a Major Disciplinary Referral for violation of the school’s rules. The student may be invited to participate in the review and is permitted an advocate to be present during the review. The employee who wrote the referral may also be present to give his/her view and recommendations concerning the incident. The panel can call other involved students or staff to make a recommendation.  There will be no official written record kept of the hearing recommendation concerning the student’s appeal.
 
 
 
 

SEARCH AND SEIZURE

• The principal and principal’s designee (dorm staff, Dean of Discipline/HomeLiving Specialist, campus supervisors, etc.) may conduct searches, when that official has reasonable grounds to suspect that the search will uncover evidence of a violation of school policies, school rules, or federal, state, or local laws.

• The extent of the search of a student’s person or personal effects and the measures used in conducting the search must be reasonably related to the objectives of the search, must not go beyond what is warranted by the nature of the suspected violation, and must respect privacy considerations in light of the age and gender of the student.

• Dorm rooms, lockers, desks, and other storage areas provided for student’s use on school premises are school property and remain at all times under the ownership and control of the school and are thus subject to inspection at any time. A student’s personal space will be respected unless there is “reasonable suspicion” for concern about student safety or about rule violations.  Whenever possible, students will be present during the entry to their rooms and during the search and possible seizure procedures.

• Non-aggressive, passive search by detection canines capable of locating controlled material such as illegal substances, alcohol, gunpowder, and other medications deemed legal and illegal, will be brought to Sherman Indian High School on a random, unannounced basis.  Areas checked out by the dogs may include classrooms, dorm rooms, personal property, and other areas common to students. The dogs will not directly check a student’s person.

• The Supreme Court has ruled that the detention and questioning of students by school official on school grounds, and the search of a student’s person, room, and property does not offend the Constitution as long as the officials have “reasonable suspicion”.  The Courts have also upheld the right of schools to use detection canines to passively check areas, rooms, and property.

“Reasonable Suspicion” for search and seizure of illegal, unauthorized or contraband items is defined as:
• A positive indication by a detection canine.
• Reasonably credible information by another student
• Staff detecting the smell of drugs or alcohol
• Behavior or physiological indicators characteristic of intoxication (red eyes, staggering, etc.)
• Positive drug test
• Alcohol, paraphernalia or drugs observed by staff.

Students may be searched:
• Upon entering campus
• Leaving campus
• Returning after any off-campus leave

Student’s baggage and property may be searched as:
• Students arrive at the school at the beginning of the year
• Anytime students have been away on leave.
• Students return to campus after being off-campus for any reason.

Students may also be required to take urine, blood, drug screen and/or Breathalyzer tests if there is “reasonable suspicion” that they have been using drugs or alcohol.

Any prohibited item may result in an arrest by local law enforcement officers, referral, suspension and/or expulsion or combination thereof.

JUDICIAL FINES
Students subject to judicial fines are fully responsible for paying the fines. Students and parents are also responsible for any fees resulting from detention, e.g., shop lifting, helmet law.

LAW ENFORCEMENT JURISDICTION
The local law enforcement has the responsibility of upholding the city and state laws on the campus.  Sherman is within the Riverside city limits. The Riverside Police Department will be called and the student will be responsible for any behavior that may be considered illegal within the State of California.
California is a P. L. 280 state.

Interview by Law Enforcement

The student has the right to have parents/guardians notified before being interviewed by a law enforcement officer. The school can act on the behalf of the parent/guardian if the parent/guardian are not available. Notification will include written or verbal confirmation to the school supervisor. Permission shall be given only after the parent/guardian and the student have had their rights explained to them in a language that is clearly understood by the parents.  If the parent/guardian gives permission for the student to be questioned, the child has the right to remain silent. If the student is interviewed, the school supervisor and one other adult of the student’s choice must be present during all questioning. This right is only guaranteed to students who are interviewed on school premises.

The Federal Bureau of Investigations FBI may interview a student concerning legal and/or criminal acts on his or her home Reservation.  Parents / guardians need not be present.  However, a student may refuse to speak to law enforcement officials who do not have a subpoena and/or a warrant for an arrest.

It is the parent’s responsibility to pick up their child from any detention center if a student should be detained for any reason.
 
 
 
 
 

AWARDS

OUTSTANDING ATTENDANCE
Outstanding Attendance is defined as "no unexcused absences" from any class during the semester.  Students who earn this award receive a certificate and pin, as well as attend the banquet.

SHERMAN INDIAN HIGH SCHOOL NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Sherman Indian High School National Honor Society membership is for students who have achieved a GPA of 4.0 for the semester and no grades of ‘D’ or ‘F’.  These students are rewarded with a certificate, medallion, pin, gift, and attend the honor roll banquet.

The National Honor Society is a nationally recognized membership, which honors students who have exhibited the qualities of scholastic excellence, leadership and character.  The Sherman Indian Chapter of the National Honor Society defines Scholastic Excellence as a 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. for all years of high school attendance.  Leadership and character are defined as no major referrals during the student's sophomore, junior, or senior year.  Only juniors and seniors are eligible for membership.

Once inducted, members are expected to maintain these standards.  Any students receiving majors after induction may be removed from the society after a hearing.  Any student with a G.P.A. that falls below the required 3.0 will be placed on probation for the period of one semester.  If the G.P.A. is not raised above the required level, the student will be removed from the society.  Students removed from the society must return their pins and certificates, immediately upon dismissal.

ACADEMIC PRINCIPAL LIST
Academic Principal List is for students who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher for the semester and no grades of ‘D’ or ‘F’.  These students are rewarded with a certificate, pin, gift and attend the honor roll banquet.

ACADEMIC HONOR ROLL
Academic Honor Roll is for students who have achieved a GPA of 3.0 or higher for the semester, no grades of ‘D’ or ‘F’.  These students are rewarded with a certificate, pin and attend the honor roll banquet.

P.A.S.S. HONOR ROLL
To be considered for Honor Roll, a student in P.A.S.S. must have completed 50 credits, both books and traditional classes combined, for the semester.  If the student has achieved the 50-credit goal, then the G.P.A. in the classes completed will be calculated.  The breakdown for traditional students will then be followed.

BEHAVIOR EXCELLENCE HONOR ROLL
Behavior Excellence Honor Roll is for students who have received no behavioral referrals of any kind for the entire academic school year.

OUTSTANDING BEHAVIOR HONOR ROLL
Outstanding Behavior Honor Roll is for students who have received no major behavioral referrals for the entire academic year.
 

VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN

ATHLETICS

The coach establishes team rules for his or her players.  To be eligible all athletes must meet the following requirements:

• He or she must be under 19 by June 15th.
• He or she has been in high school no more than four years.
• He or she maintains a GPA of 2.0 during both prior and current semesters of sports participation.
• He or she has amateur status.

Complete Student Guidelines are in the Athletic Handbook.
 

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

ITC monitors and maintains all club activities, events banking and sales. The ITC meeting is held once a week and is open to all students.  ITC represents Sherman’s student to the administration, the School Board and the community by demonstrating leadership and pride in their heritage and education.

OFFICER POSITIONS
1. President - plans the agenda for council meetings, delegate responsibilities, monitors notifications, reports business items and the progress of the council.
2. Vice President - assists President with duties and acts as an alternate for the President.
3. Secretary - the official note taker of council meetings, prepares agenda  and minutes for each meeting.
4. Treasurer - keeps accurate and complete records of all money collected, spent and reports regularly to the council.
5. Sergeant at Arms - maintains order in council meetings and is responsible for any duties assigned by the president.
6. Member at Large -  maintains school marquee and is responsible for any duties assigned by the president.
7. Pep Commissioner - makes daily announcement and encourages school spirit through activities.
8. School Board Representative - prepares report for the school board on school wide events, activities and
  suggestions or concerns from the Student Body.
9. Public Relations - liaison to the community and is responsible for any duties assigned by the president.
10. Miss Sherman - acts as a positive cultural role model for school events, activities and guests, as well as community outreach.
11. Male Unity Representative - the designated male student representative for the student body Unity Council.
12. Female Unity Reppresentative - the designated femaile student representative for the student body Unity Council.

MISS SHERMAN PAGEANT
Miss Sherman on the InterTribal Council (ITC) holds our public relations position.  Miss Sherman represents the school in local and regional events and communities. Miss Sherman will normally be a Junior or Senior the academic year after she is crowned.  A candidate for Miss Sherman must have been a student at Sherman the previous complete semester prior to the pageant.  In addition all candidates must be in good standing in five areas of the student’s life:
•  Academics - must have an over-all  ‘C’ or better in all classes
•  Attendance - must have good attendance with no AWOLs or Truancies.
•  Dorm - must be a positive example to others in dorm life.
•  Behavior - student may not have any major discipline referrals during the academic year.
•  No pregnancy/parenting commitments from time of application through the year of her reign.
Failure to maintain the above criteria may result in the removal of her crown and position.

CLUBS
Joining a club at Sherman Indian High School is easy. All students are encouraged to participate in the many extracurricular activities available.  Each organization stresses leadership, cooperation, organization, and cultural growth.   Within the first two months of school, many students and club sponsors renew their club organization through ITC. Clubs are re-organized yearly and new clubs are formed at this time based on student interest.  Each club must submit a ‘plan of operation’ to Administration for approval, then to the school bank to ensure legality of raising and spending funds and to the ITC to ensure successful operation and cooperation of all organizations.

Class Clubs: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
Tribal Clubs: Apache, Hopi, Tohono O’odham, Lakota, and others
Inter-Tribal Culture Clubs: Pow Wow / Miss Sherman, Drum, Dance, Native Pride
Dorm Clubs:  Dawaki Club, Kiva Club, Ramona Club, Sunset Club, Winona Club, Wauneka Club, Wigwam Club
Sports Clubs:  Football, Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Letterman, Volleyball, and others
Recreation:  Rec. Council, Skaters
Other:  Spiritual
Additional information is found within the ITC Plan of Operations.
 
 
 
 

RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS

1.   HONOR DORM PROGRAM (SUNSET APARTMENTS)
 Students living in Sunset apartments display the ability to handle responsibility and live cooperatively with others under minimal supervision. These students will also be allowed to occasionally cook meals and participate in special programs.

 QUALIFICATIONS
  Students will apply to the Director of Residential Life for admission every semester.  They must demonstrate the ability to be responsible, honest, and trustworthy; and they must also exhibit school pride, act as role models to the other students, and earn a minimum GPA of 3.0 with no ‘D’s or ‘F’s’ per semester with no major referrals.

 CONSEQUENCES
  Students who earn one major violation will automatically be removed and returned to their original assigned dorm. Students whose GPA drops below 3.0 will be removed from the apartments upon report of semester grades.

 2.  FRESHMAN FOCUS DORM PROGRAM
 Students assigned to this dorm will participate in an intense, cooperative, and collaborative effort between Academic and Residential Life staff. Freshmen Focus is structured so that students’ experiences at Sherman Indian High School are positive and result in long lasting success.  These students will attend classes and participate in special dorm programs designed to meet the students’ social, academic, and personal needs.

 QUALIFICATIONS
 Students who have just been promoted or graduated from the eighth grade participate in the Freshmen Focus Program.   Additionally, a small number of older students will be living in this dorm. The older students will act as mentors for the younger students.

 3. CHOICE DORM PROGRAM
 The Choice Dorm is an intervention program set up to serve as a place of restriction for students who have committed major violations of the school policy.  Students are placed in the Choice Dorm for a set number of days as defined by administration, usually seven (7) days.  All students entering the Choice Program will be required to sign a contract agreement and must be searched prior to being placed in a room.  Students are allowed a limited amount of clothing. “Choice dorm” shirts and sweatshirts will be issued to each student.  All “Choice Dorm” students are restricted to The Choice Dormitory. Visitors are not allowed except for parents/guardians. Parents or their legal guardian may check out students in the restrictive dorm.  Time missed in the restrictive dorm/s must be served upon returning to campus. Students who are in the “Choice Dorm” program have no privileges. They must check in at lunch and after school, and they must follow a strict daily schedule.  CD’s, stereos, radios, cell phones, televisions or any other electronic equipment is not allowed. Students will be escorted to all meals, group activities and school. Choice Dorm supersedes all other activities, including prepaid activities. (The school is not responsible for reimbursements.)  Additionally, Students who are checked out during Choice Dorm Program are not permitted to attend school activities.

 QUALIFICATIONS
 Students who commit one major violation will automatically be referred to this dorm.  Students must wear Choice Dorm Shirts/sweatshirts at all times.

 CONSEQUENCES
 Refusal to attend the Choice Dorm Program at the time assigned will result in an immediate Administrative Leave and due process hearing.
 

INTENSIVE RESIDENTIAL GUIDANCE PROGRAM (IRG)

SERVICES OFFERED IN RESIDENTIAL LIFE
• Recreation
• Athletics
• Counseling
o Homesickness
o Depression
o Family Loss
o Peer Relationships
o Pregnancy
o Anger Management
o Substance Recovery
• Off Campus Activities
• Clubs: dorm, tribal, recreation, etc.
• Incentive Rewards
• Tutoring (as budget allows)
• Personal Hygiene items (as needed)
• Linen/Towel Service.

MEDICATIONS
Today it is common for students to take medications.  Students, for example can be taking over the counter medication for mild pain relief, allergies, upset stomach relief, minor rashes or acne.  Prescription medications for chronic conditions of diabetes, depression, attention deficit disorder, and sleep disorders are becoming more common in the teen-age population. When a student is taking these medications, Sherman Dorm staff will make every effort for students to receive these medications as directed. The parent / guardian’s responsibility for the student taking medicine does not stop even though the student is at school. If the student decides to stop taking medicine or does not take it correctly, it can be harmful; therefore, it is important parents / guardians be ready to intervene if there is a problem. Students can be put on a contract to take medication or risk the possibility of suspension due to a safety and health issue. Students can be sent home from school if they refuse to take their medication for certain conditions.

All medications, whether prescription or non-prescription, must be held in the dormitory staff office.  This is for the safety of all students.  Students may not have any medication prescription, over the counter drugs, or herbal supplements in their possession or in their room.

DATING
Dating students will conduct themselves in a manner that will convey a positive image about themselves, their tribes, and their school.  Administration, faculty and staff are requested to counsel with students whom they believe are not meeting these standards.

COUPLE ABUSE
Couple abuse is a behavior pattern that is not acceptable at Sherman.  If abuse is suspected or observed between dating couples by staff members, a disciplinary incident report will be written.  The students will be counseled on the appropriate behavior of couples.  The safety of each individual is of primary importance. If couple abuse is critical or behavior does not change after counsel, Administrative Leave may be required for either or both students for their safety.  Referral may be made to appropriate authorities (law enforcement) for investigation.

ADULT STUDENTS DATING MINORS
Any student who is 18 years or older (an adult) who engages in an act of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor who is more than three years younger than the perpetrator is guilty of either a misdemeanor or a felony according to California law.  Such persons will be turned over to the Riverside Police Department.  Consent of minor’s participation of unlawful sexual intercourse does not negate a misdemeanor or felony.  In such a case a child abuse report will be filed with the Riverside County District Attorney Juvenile Division, (951) 358-4140.
This act may be considered a major or expellable referral.

SCHOOL ATTIRE
The school expects reasonable standards of cleanliness and appropriateness of dress to be maintained by all.

GROOMING
Dress and hair choices are a matter of personal taste.  No personal choice may interrupt the education process or endanger the health and safety of the students or others.  Personal hygiene must be a part of a young adult’s daily ritual, which includes showering daily, washing hair with shampoo, cleaning room, washing clothes and flushing toilets.

CLOTHING ATTIRE
It is unacceptable to have any attire which has symbols of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, obscene language, gang-related, or see-through clothing, tribally offensive or sexually offensive clothing.  A student will be permitted the opportunity to change such clothing.    The unacceptable clothing will be confiscated and sent home.

SCHOOL FUNCTIONS
Sherman Indian High School reserves the right to set minimum dress and grooming standards as a condition for attendance or participation in various functions (Prom, dances, field trips, recreation activities, honor lunches, church).  Students who have been Suspended or Expelled are prohibited from attending, and Sherman is not responsible for reimbursement of prepaid activities.

NO SMOKING POLICY
Sherman Indian High School is a tobacco free environment, the use or possession of tobacco products are not permitted by any student regardless of age.  Smoking is not allowed on campus (students, administration, faculty, and staff) or any part of school property.  Studies indicate that the practice of smoking is injurious to the health of the individual.  Smoking affects the respiratory system of those involved and can cause health issues among those near smokers (second hand smoke).
The no smoking policy includes participants in all events held on campus or school sponsored off-campus event. (i.e. the beach, Disneyland, field trips)

SKATEBOARDERS/ROLLER BLADES/LINE SKATERS/SCOOTERS/BIKES
Students are not allowed to bring or ride skateboards, in-line skates, scooters, and/or roller blades into any academic building and/or in any classrooms. All must wear helmets and protective gear for bike riding, skateboarding, scooters, etc.  Such protection must be worn on and off campus.  Students who fail to wear a helmet will have the boards/blades/scooters, etc. confiscated until appropriate gear is supplied by parents/guardians.

ANIMALS
At times various animals, both domestic and non-domestic, live on the Sherman Indian High School campus.  Each animal has a right to the respect deemed it as a living being on this earth.

However, animals as pets are not allowed as residents in the dormitories.  This may be a matter of health and potential spread of disease or allergic reaction.  Any pet in the dormitory will be confiscated immediately.

VEHICLES
Students may not have or operate a motor vehicle on or off campus.  This includes driving the cars of family members who come to visit.

Private vehicles may be inspected if parked on school property and if a school official has reasonable suspicion that contraband is contained inside the vehicle. Local law enforcement may be notified.
 

STUDENT BANK & MAIL
Students who receive mail can pick it up at the Student Bank.  Students are required to sign for all mail that is distributed through the student bank.

A student bank is also available for students to hold money.  Parents/guardians can send money orders or cashier’s checks directly to the bank.  Parents/Guardians can request that the bank allow students to receive money at a specific rate or at the student’s request.  NEVER SEND CASH IN THE MAIL! If students do not receive mail, please call the post office to have the mail traced.  The mail for Sherman is routed through Arlington Station.  The phone number is (800) 275-8777.

If a student leaves school to return home permanently, the student must fill out a USPS change of Address card.

STUDENT TRAVEL
Sherman Indian High School is responsible for the following student transportation:
• To the campus for the student’s initial enrollment (fall or spring semester)
• Home for the Christmas break
• Return from the Christmas break
• Home at the end of the Academic year (Please note that Sherman does not have a spring break.)

SHERMAN IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR:
• Transportation funding to or from leave (P/C, H/L, W/L, O/L, Cultural, events, etc.)
• Transportation to areas except for the Ontario Airport and Riverside Greyhound Station.
• Any luggage more than one carry-on and two check-in bags (not more than 50 lbs. each). Luggage is the parent and student’s responsibility.  Sherman is neither responsible for any bags or items left behind, nor shipping costs incurred to return recovered items to student.

CELLULAR PHONES
There is a time for appropriate cell phone use.  It is inappropriate during class hours and during dormitory activities and maintenance times.

PERSONAL PROPERTY OF STUDENTS
All students are given a drawer, which can be locked.  This is so that student may have a secure area to keep his/her valuables.  It is the student’s responsibility to take appropriate care of a student’s personal property. TVs, refrigerators, microwaves are NOT allowed. Sherman Indian High School is not responsible to replace lost or stolen property of students.
 
 
 

CHECKOUT PROCEDURE

STUDENT CHECK OUT
Parents/Guardians must designate who is authorized to check out their child for any off-campus period.  Authorization is given on the initial Checkout form that is sent in the Sherman acceptance packet. This authorization must be on record at each dormitory, in writing, setting the conditions and restrictions the parent/guardian wish the school to uphold.

Authorization of other persons to check out a student must be in writing to the principal or to the Director of Student Services stating conditions and restrictions of the authorization.

Overnight checkouts will be allowed during the school week only with parent/guardians (Sunday through Thursday) and with the approval of the Principal or Director of Student Services.  Any person who checks students out must be at least 21 years of age and must provide valid Identification.  Sherman reserves the right to have proof of a valid driver’s license and insurance.

Students returning to campus at any time during their weekend pass will be considered checking in and will no longer be considered on leave. Students not returning to their dormitories by the time noted on the checkout form may be considered AWOL.

CHECK OUT BY ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY OR STAFF
Faculty and staff may check out a student only after gaining administrative approval (Staff Checkout Form).  Faculty and staff are not allowed at any time to Checkout students overnight.  Students who are checked-out at lunch by an employee must be in the company of that employee during the entire time the student is off campus.

CHECK OUT DURING ACADEMIC DAY
Students are to be checked out through Homeliving (Dorms).  If dorms are closed then the attendance office will process the checkout.

The Attendance Office will log in the date, name of individual, student’s name, reason for the check out, Administrator’s name, and date and time of student return.  The Attendance Office checks the checkout sheet to confirm the individual’s name is on the approved check out sheet.

Attendance is to direct the individual who wishes to check a student out to the Principal or designee for approval.  If the Principal or Director of Student Services approves the check out, the individual will take the written excuse to the Attendance Office.

The Attendance Office will locate the student and notify the dorm of departure.
 

CHECK OUT DENIAL
Sherman Indian High School reserves the right to deny a checkout request at any time if the adult checking the student out is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.  For those cases in which a parent/guardian has given permission for the student to be checked-out by a friend or relative, the school reserves the right to deny this request at any time, if there is reason to believe the student will be in an illegal, unsafe or unsupervised situation.

CLOSED CAMPUS
Sherman Indian High School is a closed campus for the health and safety of our students.
 
 
 

STUDENT RECORDS

Once a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post secondary school, he/she alone shall exercise rights related to his/her student records and grant consent for the release of records. (Education Code 49061)

For each student’s record, the school custodian of records (registrar) shall keep a log identifying all persons, agencies or organizations requesting or receiving information from the record. The log does not have to be signed by parents, adult students or school personnel who have direct need of information.

School officials or employees who have legitimate educational interest shall have access to student records.  A log of who had access to records shall be accessible only to the legal parent or guardian, eligible student, adult student, dependent adult student, custodian of records and certain state/federal officials. (Education Code 49064, Title 5, Section 432)

ACCESS RIGHTS
Access to parents shall be provided within five days, during schools hours. (Education Code 49069)  Access to student records and information shall not be denied to a parent because he/she is not the child’s custodial parent (Family Code 3025)

Persons, agencies, or organization specifically granted access rights pursuant to state law shall have access without written parental consent or judicial order (Education Code 49076) Persons, agencies, or organizations not afforded access rights may be granted access only through written permission of the adult student or the parent (Education Code 49075)

RETENTION AND DESTRUCTION OF STUDENT RECORDS
No additions except routine updating shall be made to a student’s record after high school graduation or permanent departure without prior consent of the parent or adult student.

Mandatory permanent student records have to be kept in perpetuity.  Records are kept on campus for five years. They then are transferred to a federal archive. All transcripts are requested through Sherman.

STUDENT RECORDS
Student Records and Information maintained by the school do not include informal notes about a student, which a school employee keeps for private use and is not revealed to any person except a substitute teacher, or on a need to know basis.

Mandatory Permanent Student Records, which shall be kept indefinitely, include:
1. Student Application
2. Certificate of Indian Blood
3. Birth Certificate
4. Immunization Record
5. Transcript
6. Information on participation in special education programs (maintained in a separate file).
7. Results of standardized tests given within the past three years.
8. Disciplinary notices
All cumulative records maintained on a student are confidential and are opened only to the student and the parent/guardian.  Sherman Indian High School adheres to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380).

This statement notifies parents/guardians and students of the student confidentiality of all identifiable information and education records. (25 CFR Part 43)

1. Parents and eligible students may inspect and review educational records and/or request a copy of records at no charge.
2. Parents and eligible students must give written consent for release of identifiable information to the registrar.

The cumulative records of the student, including Social Security numbers will be current and filed in the Registrar’s office.  Proper safeguards will be taken with these records.  Permanent folders are kept in a locked filling cabinet in a locked room.
 

PROCEDURES FOR CHALLENGING CONTENT OF STUDENT RECORDS

1. Inaccurate
2. An unsubstantiated personal conclusion or inference
3. A conclusion or inference outside of the observer’s area of competence.
4. Not based on personal observation of a named person with the time and place for the observation noted.

Within 30 days of receiving the request, the Principal or designee shall communicate with the parent/guardian and with the employee (if still employed) who recorded the information in question. The Principal shall then sustain or deny the allegations. If the allegations are sustained, the Principal shall overturn the correction or removal and destruction of the information.  (Education Code 49070)

The right to challenge becomes the sole right of the student when the student becomes 18 or attends a post secondary institution. (Education Code 49061)

INFORMAL PROCEEDINGS
Sherman Indian High School may attempt to resolve differences with the parent of a student or the eligible student regarding the content of the student’s records through informal meetings and discussions with the parent or eligible student.(25 CFR Part 43)
 
 
 
 

RIGHT TO A HEARING

RIGHT OF APPEAL
If any parent or eligible student is adversely affected by the decision of Sherman Indian High School, that party shall have appeal rights as given in 25 CFR part 2. However, each official decision shall be issued within 30 days from receipt of the appeal.

TRANSCRIPTS
Student transcripts are available from the Registrar (ext. 390).  Official transcripts must be requested in writing and addressed to the Registrar. Official transcripts will be sent out within 72 hours if the transcripts are available on site.  Unofficial transcripts may be faxed to the individual.  Unofficial transcripts may be sent within 48 hours.

Students entering Sherman are requested to have transcripts sent to Sherman with the application.  The Counseling Department cannot be held responsible for students, who are placed in courses which they have taken at a previous school, when Sherman does not have a transcript to verify that a course has been successfully passed.

TRANSFER OF STUDENT RECORDS
When a student transfers to another school, this school shall forward a copy of his/her mandatory permanent records as requested by the other district or private school.  The original or a copy of this record shall be retained permanently by this school (California Code of Regulations, Title 5 Section 438)

Student records shall be updated before they are transferred. (California Code of Regulations, Title 5, Section 438)

Student records shall not be withheld from the requisitioning district because of any charges or fees owed by the student or parents. (Title 5, Section 438)  If students have unpaid fees, student records will not be given to individuals.

If the school is withholding grades, diploma, or transcripts from the student because of his/her damage or loss of school property, this information shall be sent to the requesting district along with the student’s records.

WITHDRAWAL GRADES
Sherman Indian High School does not post withdrawal grades on a transcript.

DEBTS TO THE SCHOOL
Students are issued various equipment and supplies used in both HomeLiving and Academic settings. All equipment and supplies have a proper use within the classes in which they are enrolled, for Academic and HomeLiving activity participation.  Normal wear and tear is expected. Lost, stolen, destroyed, or misused Academic and/or HomeLiving equipment and supplies will result in a student fine. Students will not be issued replacement items until debts to the school are cleared. Seniors will not receive their diplomas until these debts are cleared. Library privileges are denied due to excessive overdue fines or the misuses of library books or material.

In HomeLiving this includes:
• Graffiti,
• Holes in walls, windows, screens,
• Broken phones, light switches, sprinklers, doors,
• Other miscellaneous

In Academics this includes:
• Lost books – textbooks, resource books, library books
• Calculators
• Art or vocational supplies
• Classroom supplies

In Athletics this includes:
• Uniforms
• Equipment
• Miscellaneous supplies
 
 
 
 

INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE (IHS)

Monday through Friday students may see the Nurse, sign up for an appointment to see the Nurse Practitioner, or request medication refills.  Sick call is every morning from 8:00am – 8:40am.  During Sick call students can sign up in the clinic for an appointment, medication, follow-up from Urgent Care or the Emergency Room visits, other problems, or request for dental or optical appointments.  Students will then go to class. Students may obtain over the counter medications for minor illnesses from the Health Clinic.

The clinic nurse will review the sick call list and appointments are then sent to students in their classroom.  Students are not allowed to wait in the clinic without an appointment pass.  Students are required to check in with the SIHS Attendance Office before arriving at the clinic, and after they leave the clinic.

Minor acute illnesses and injuries can be evaluated and treated at the health care center. Students with a chronic condition (diabetes, asthma, hypothyroidism, high blood pressure, anemia, depression, and acne) can be monitored and receive routine follow-up and prescription refills. Please send all chronic conditions and all medications with dosing instructions to the Indian Health Clinic at Sherman Indian High School.

No dental or optical services are provided at Sherman Indian High School.  Emergency dental procedures are referred to the nearby tribal health clinic on a space available basis.  No orthodontic services are available at the Indian Health Clinic.  Please speak with your orthodontist if your student is on a treatment plan.

IMMUNIZATIONS
Immunizations required for high school are generally universal in all states. California has some specific requirements, different from other states. Beside the primary series received before kindergarten, the REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS for Sherman Indian High School are:

 Tetanus/Diphtheria and Pertussis  1 shot required at 11-12 years of age
 Hepatitis B         3 shots are required
 Hepatitis A    2 shots are required
 MMR     2 shots are required
 Varicella    documented history of infection or 2 shots required
 PPd      Tb test in past 2 years

Meningococcal vaccine can be given to the student. There are rarely outbreaks of meningitis in dorm living environments, but it is possible.  If the parent wishes the student to take this vaccine they can discuss it with their health care provider.

MEDICAL INSURANCE INFORMATION
If the student is covered by private or Medicaid insurance please send a copy of the card with the student’s application packet. The information on this coverage will be used to bill for payment of students seeking medical services off-campus. Some students will be eligible for Contract health Services; therefore, it is important to confirm coverage with Contract Health Services at your home clinic, and any requirements that need to be met prior to sending your student to school.
 

PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Psychological services are also offered at the on campus Indian Health Services clinic.  All services are provided by licensed mental health professionals including a Clinical Psychologist, two Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), and a Psychiatrist.

Psychiatric consultations are available for students on a once-a-month basis by a psychiatrist through the Colorado River Indian Health Services Unit.  Referrals for psychiatric consultations are made by the clinic’s staff.  Consultations include evaluations to determine whether medications might be effective in the treatment of a behavioral health disorder, monitor and review medications used in the therapeutic process, and consult with parents, students, SIHS staff, and other behavioral health and medical personnel regarding behavioral health concerns.

Students are referred for psychological services for a variety of issues including behavioral problems, academic problems, aggressive/assaultive behavior, depression, thoughts of suicide, grief and loss, anger, adjustment problems, and substance abuse.  Students may request services themselves, and school staff and parents/guardians/courts may also refer them by contacting the clinic at (951) 509-8780.  Additionally, the clinic staff is involved in the school application process and may identify at risk students by reviewing their application and offer services.

Psychological services include assessments, consultation with Sherman Indian High School staff, referrals, individual therapy and group therapy.  Family therapy is also possible.  Including the family is an integral part of providing services to our students and parents will be involved as much as possible by telephone and/or in person when possible.  Parents/guardians must provide consent for students under the age of 18 to be seen.

Though intensive substance abuse treatment is not offered at the clinic, basic services are provided.  Substance abuse programming includes screening, individual and group education and prevention, and relapse prevention.  If intensive/residential services are required, the clinic staff will assist parents in obtaining those services through their tribe.
 
 
 
 
 

PROGRAMS

GIFTED AND TALENTED EDUCATION
An Individual Education Plan (IEP) for students with great potential in any one or more of the following areas: critical thinking, creativity, intelligence, academic aptitude, leadership, and aptitude in visual and performing arts.

PORTABLE ASSISTED STUDY SEQUENCE (P.A.S.S.) PROGRAM
P.A.S.S. is an independent accelerated program for older students.  Only core courses (English, Social Science, Science, and Mathematics) can be completed in this program.  Students who are in their 5th year of high school and have successfully completed the previous semester in high school may be considered for P.A.S.S.  Students who have not been successful in their previous semester of high school and are interested in the P.A.S.S. program will be placed in the regular academic program until the student successfully completes a semester of credits.  Students in P.A.S.S. will be placed on contract at a pace to be determined by his or her academic counselor.  Failure to comply with these requirements may be cause to disqualify a student from continued enrollment in P.A.S.S. Admission into the P.A.S.S. program must have the approval of the Academic Counselor Chairperson.
SPECIAL EDUCATION (SpEd)
An Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for students with identified special academic needs.
TITLE I
A school wide project providing all students with needed academic assistance.
TITLE VII
A school wide program providing an after school computer lab.
STUDENT STUDY TEAM (SST)
The Student Study Team meets to share information about students who have been referred by the teachers, staff, parents, or self-referrals because of possible learning, emotional, social, or physical problems. Members of the committee carefully assess the student's needs, pool available information, and recommend a program to help the child find success.
504 PLAN
A 504 plan is a legal document falling under the provisions of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. It is designed to plan a program of instructional services to assist students with special needs who are in a regular education setting.

SANCTIONS -
NETWORK/INTERNET ABUSE
Any user violating SIHS Acceptable Use Policy, state laws, federal laws, posted classroom rules, and/or school rules is subject to loss of all campus-wide network computer privileges, disciplinary actions as outlined in the Student Guide to Success, and may be also punishable by criminal law.  The Sherman Indian High School Administration will make the determination as to what constitutes unacceptable use and the decision will be final.

AGGRESSIVE / ‘OUT OF CONTROL:  Physical behaviors directed toward another person but not limited to kicking, hitting, biting, shoving, tripping, or slapping.  Physical behavior directed at an object, which destroys or damages the object.

ALCOHOL: A depressant and includes beer, wine, whiskey, rum, gin or other fermented liquor.

APPEAL: Students who have had a decision rendered as the result of a formal or informal hearing have the right to ask for reconsideration.

ASSAULT: unlawful attempt, coupled with a present ability, to commit a violent injury upon another person.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:  A student not in class cannot receive the benefit of the teacher and classroom teaching if he/she is not present. The Attendance Policy requires attendance of all students in all classes at all times.  Excessive absences will most likely result in failing classes.

A.W.O.L. (Absent With Out Leave) / Truancy: A student who is not at the appropriate place during a specifically designated time.

BATTERY: Willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of another

BLOOD ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION (BAC): The ratio between alcohol and blood. For example: a 0.10% BAC means there is one drop of alcohol for every 99 drops of blood or 1 part per thousand.

BULLYING: Bullying is defined as intentional cruel verbal, social, or physical abuse happens from one student to another student or to an adult.  Bullying usually consists of repeated offenses but can also consist of one incident.

• Physical bullying: Includes hitting, pinching, or kicking the victim. It can involve  taking or damaging the victim’s property.
• Verbal bullying:  Includes using words to hurt or humiliate another. It can involve name-calling, insulting, making social comments or constant teasing.
• Group bullying:  Includes excluding or rejecting another from social activities or connections. Purposely leaving others out at the encouragement of another student.
• Reactive victims:  Includes those who intentionally encourage a bully to harass so as to provoke the bully into action, fight back, and claim self-defense.

CASE CONFERENCE: Intervention of a Dean of Discipline/Home Living Specialist or an administrator with the student to establish a plan to improve academic and/or social behavior.

COMPLAINT PROCESS: Procedures for a student to follow if he/she feels that he/she has been treated unfairly.

DRUGS: Includes controlled substances like narcotics, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens and marijuana; the illegal use of alcohol and tobacco; and the harmful abusive or addictive use of substances, including inhalants and anabolic steroids.

DRUG PARAPHERNALIA: All equipment, products, and materials of any kind which are used in planning, propagating, storing, concealing, ingesting, inhaling, packing, processing, testing, manufacturing, or otherwise for the purpose of introducing into the human body a controlled dangerous substance.

DUE PROCESS: Procedures followed by the school when a student is facing the possibility of serious disciplinary action, e.g. suspension or expulsion

EARLY CHECK-OUT:  Absences that occur when a student is checked out before the end of the school day are not school approved. The absence will count towards the students allowable 10-days per semester.

EXCUSED ABSENCE: Absence due to illness or approved school activities.

EXPULSION:  A potential result of disciplinary proceedings before the Hearing Board.  An expelled student will not be admitted for a minimum of one year. The student may not return to campus or attend any school functions until re-instatement.

GANG/GANG-RELATED ACTIVITY:  Inappropriate behaviors which includes, but is not limited to, wearing ‘colors’ or other clothing styles that indicate or copy gang membership (bandanas, jackets, caps, flashing signs, making gang type marks/graffiti, intimidation of students or staff/threatening bodily harm.

HARASSMENT/INTIMIDATION: Threats, statements, or actions directed towards individuals that cause another person to feel mental anguish and/or jeopardize personal safety/property of another person.

HATE VIOLENCE: Causing, attempting to cause, threatening to cause or participating in an act of hate violence may be subject to suspension or expulsion. Hate violence  is a specific crime that is committed because of the victim’s race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender or sexual orientation or because the defendant perceives that the victim has one or more of those characteristics. (Ed. Code, #48900.3)

HAZING: Hazing is an expellable offense at Sherman Indian High School.  As used in this, “hazing” includes any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a student organization or any pastime which causes, or is likely to cause, bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation, or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm, to any student or other person attending Sherman Indian High School or any other educational institution in this state. The term hazing does not include customary athletic events or other similar contests or competitions. Hazing does include birthday spankings, Halloween activities, and human auctions, etc.

No student, or other person in attendance shall conspire to engage in hazing, participate in hazing, or commit any act that caused or is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student or person attending the institution.
The violation of this section is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100), nor more than five thousand dollars ($5000) or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or both.

INSTIGATION: Encouraging, causing, or provoking another student/other students to engage in activities that violate school regulations.

INTENSIVE RESIDENTIAL GUIDANCE (IRG): a program for student improvement of academic social, and behavioral skills.

IN LOCO PARENTIS: Acting in the role of parent/guardian to oversee the health, welfare and morality of students.

PARENTAL WITHDRAWAL:  When a parent/guardian withdraws a student from Sherman. The parent/guardian is responsible for the travel costs. If the withdrawal is before the end of the semester, the student may lose his/her academic credit.  Student must re-apply if they wish to return.  A parental withdrawal request must be made in writing to the attention of the Parent Liaison.  Students, who are withdrawn from school for disciplinary actions, may not attend any school functions.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT: unwanted and unwelcome sexual behavior, sexual advances, solicitations, sexual requests, sexual discrimination or demands for sexual compliance in an unreal, persistent, severe, or continuous manner which interferes with the student’s right to receive an education and/or in participating in school/dormitory activities. Sexual harassment may result from words or conduct of a sexual nature that offend, stigmatize, demean, frighten, or threaten one because of one’s gender or sexual orientation.

Examples of Sexual Harassment in Schools:
• Rape or attempted rape
• Touching, pinching, and grabbing body parts
• Being cornered
• Sending sexual notes or pictures
• Writing sexual graffiti
• Making suggestive or sexual gestures, looks, jokes, or sexually demeaning verbal comments (including “mooing”, “barking”, or other noises)
• Spreading sexual rumors or making sexual propositions
• Pulling someone’s clothes off
• Taking your own clothes off
• Being forced to kiss someone or do something of a sexual nature

Sexual harassment can happen once or many times. Being the target of sexual harassment may make it very scary to go to school or difficult to concentrate. Incidents of sexual harassment may cause the target to feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, or threatened.

Agreement isn’t needed. Sexual Harassment is based upon the impact on the victim, not the intentions of the perpetrator.  The target of sexual harassment and the perpetrator (the one doing the harassing) do not have to agree about what is happening. Sexual harassment is subjective, defined by the person being targeted. You do not have to get others to agree with you.

Some forms of sexual harassment are also crimes and should be reported to the police or district attorney so that the perpetrator(s) can be prosecuted.

SUSPENSION:  A suspended student will not be admitted for a minimum of one semester. The student may not return to campus or attend any school function until re-instatement.

TERRORIST THREATS: Making terrorist threats against school officials or school property or both. A terrorist threat is defined as “any statement, whether written or oral, by a person who willfully threatens to commit a crime which will result in death, great bodily injury to another person, or property damage in excess of $1,000 with the specific intent that the statement is to be taken as a threat, even if there is no intent of actually carrying it out, which, on its face and under the circumstances in which it is made, is so unequivocal, unconditional, immediate, and specific as to convey to the person threatened, a gravity or purpose and an immediate prospect of execution of the threat, and thereby causes that person reasonably to be in sustained fear for his or her own safety of for his or her own immediately family’s safety, or for the protection of school  property or the personal property of the person threatened or his or her immediate family.”(Ed. Code 48900.7)

UNLAWFUL SEXUAL INTERCOURSE:  An act of sexual intercourse with a minor who is not the spouse of the perpetrator, if the person is a minor. (Minor is a person under the age of 18 years.)

URINALYSIS (UA): A test performed on urine, it is one of the most common methods used for detecting illegal substances.

COMPLAINT AGAINST ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY, OR STAFF

Complaint against a residential/recreational staff member:
If a student has a complaint for inappropriate behavior or other perceived violation of the student’s rights, the following procedure is the method used to address the complaint:

• Complete the Complaint Form
• Keep one copy and give a copy to the Dorm Manager.
• If not satisfied within three days of the Dorm Manager’s/Recreation Specialist work schedule, take the form to the Director of Student Services.
• If not satisfied within three days of the Director of Student Services work schedule, take the form to the Principal.
• If the complaint is regarding the Dorm Manager, take the form immediately to the Director of Student Services.

Complaint against an academic faculty or staff member:
If a student has a complaint for inappropriate behavior or other perceived violation of the student’s rights, the following procedure is the method used to address the complaint:

• Complete a Complaint Form
• Keep one copy and give a copy to the Teacher’s Supervisor.
• If not satisfied within three days of the Teacher Supervisor work schedule, take the form to the Principal.

Complaint against the Director of Student Services or Department Head:
If a student has a complaint for inappropriate behavior or other perceived violation of the student’s rights, the following procedure is the method used to address the complaint:

• Complete a Complaint Form
• Keep one copy and give a copy to the principal.
• If not satisfied, take the form to the Education Line Office - Sacramento.

Complaint against the Principal:

• Complete a Complaint Form
• Keep one copy and send a copy to the Education Line Officer – Sacramento.

Each supervisor will verbally address the complaint by the student with the student. If the student is not satisfied with the response, the student may ask the supervisor for a written response so that the student can take it to the next supervisor.

Complaint Form

Regarding Administration, Faculty or Staff

1.  Whom do you have a complaint against? _____________________________________________

2.  When did this incident occur? _____________________________________________________

3.  What incident/s cause you to write this complaint? ____________________________________
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4.  Has this type of incident occurred one or more than once?     ONCE       MORE THAN ONCE
 

5.  Do you have witnesses that will agree with your complaint?  (use back of page, if needed)
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6.  Is there any more information that would be relevant to this complaint?

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GIVE COMPLETED FORM TO THE STAFF MEMBER’S SUPERVISOR

Student Appeal
Major Behavioral Violation
This appeal must be completed within 2 days of the major written
 

Student’s Name:  ______________________________________________________
Date of the Major Referral:_______________________________________________
Name of staff writing major:______________________________________________
Date of written appeal:__________________________________________________

Name the Major referral:______________________________________________________________
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Your version of the incident: (attach additional statement if needed)
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What do you think should happen?  ________________________________________________

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Why do you feel this major should be removed from your record?
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To be completed by Review Board

Review Board Decision:      Date:

Members of Review Board:

Principal / Designee’s Decision: _________________   Signature: ________________________________
 
 
 

Sherman Indian High School believes that it offers students an exceptional educational environment for student success.  Students who make the commitment to follow The Student Guide to Success will succeed at Sherman Indian High School.

• I have read The Student Guide to Success and have had any questions answered and explained to me.

• I hereby pledge to follow the policies set forth by The Student Guide to Success.

• I understand that The Student Guide to Success has been adopted and approved by The Sherman Indian High School’s School Board.

Print Student Name: __________________________________________________________

Student Signature: ___________________________________________________________

Names of Parent/Guardian: ____________________________________________________

Home Address: ______________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: _______________________________________________________________

Witness: ________________________________________ Date: ________/_______/______

Dorm Staff: ______________________________________ Date: ________/_______/______

Dorm: ______________________________________