PHS Student Handbook rev. 08/22/16
STUDENT HANDBOOK
2016-2017
Rev. 08/22/16
Pioneer High School Staff Listing
Our Commitment
The Alternative Education Team is dedicated and committed to providing the very best education to students in the Carson City School District.
STAFF
1. ALLEN, REBECCA, ENG/ESL TEACHER
2. ARCHER, SHANNON, CARSON ONLINE LAB
3. BLAND, DONALD, SCIENCE, CTE
4. CORBITT, JOHN, MATH, TECH REP.
5. COUNCIL, JILL, DISTANCE EDUCATION COORDINATOR
6. ECHEBARRIA, DANIEL, ENGLISH, YEARBOOK
7. FERGUSON, DONNA, JAG
8. FRIEDMAN, YVONNE, SCIENCE
9. GRANUCCI, SANDY, ATTENDANCE/TRUANCY CLERK
10. GREGOVICH, KATHLEEN, SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
11. JORDAN, CARY, COUNSELOR, STUDENT LEADERSHIP
12. LONG, TANYA, SPECIAL EDUCATION, YOGA
13. LORION, PAUL, ART, C.O., BIP
14. MOLLESON, PHIL, CUSTODIAN
15. PALENCIO, SHERRY, NURSE
16. RHOADS, RON, MBRJJC TEACHER
17. ROTTER, ELIJAH, INSTR. ASSISTANT P4, PE, OUTDOOR ED
18. ROWBOTTOM, ROWBOTTOM, JAG SPECIALIST, DRAMA
19. SARMIENTO, REY, MATH
20. WARD, MONICA, OFFICE MANAGER, DAC
21. WAYNE, KAREN, NUTRITIONAL SERVICES
22. ZONA, JASON, PRINCIPAL
23. TBA, FAMILY ADVOCATE SOCIAL WORKER
24. TBA, ESL TEACHER
BELL SCHEDULES for 2016-2017 (rev. 03/07/16)
2016-2017
PHS Regular Day Bell Schedule 7:35-2:15
Breakfast 7:00-7:30
Warning Bell 7:30
Tardy Bell 7:35
1A or 2B 7:35-9:05 (90 Min)
Passing Bell 9:05
Passing 9:05-9:10 (5 Min)
Warning Bell 9:09
Tardy Bell 9:10
3A or 4B 9:10-10:40 (90 Min)
Nutrition Bell 10:40
Nutrition/Lunch Break 10:40-11:10 (30 Min)
Warning Bell 11:07
Tardy Bell 11:10
5A or 6B 11:10-12:40 (90 Min)
Passing Bell 12:40
Passing 12:40-12:45 (5 Min)
Warning Bell 12:44
Tardy Bell 12:45
7A or 8B 12:45-2:15 (90 Min)
Dismissal Bell 2:15
CO Lab (Optional) 2:20-3:00 (40 Min)
Bus Pick up at 2:00pm
2016-2017 (rev. 03/07/16)
BIP Regular Day Bell Schedule
1A or 2B Optional with Permission
Warning Bell 9:09
Tardy Bell 9:10
3A or 4B 9:10-10:40 (90 Min)
Nutrition Bell 10:40
Nutrition/Lunch Break 10:40-11:10 (30 Min)
(BIP STUDENTS EAT IN BIP ROOM ONLY)
Warning Bell 11:07
Tardy Bell 11:10
5A or 6B 11:10-12:40 (90 Min)
Passing Bell 12:40
Passing 12:40-12:45 (5 Min)
Warning Bell 12:44
Tardy Bell 12:45
7A or 8B 12:45-2:18 (93 Min)
Dismissal Bell 2:18
CO Lab (Optional) 2:20-3:00 (40 Min)
Bus Pick up at 2:00pm
ERD Early Release Day Schedule rev. 5/6/2016
(RTT Staff Development)
Breakfast 7:00-7:30
Warning Bell 7:30
Tardy Bell 7:35
1A or 2B 7:35 – 8:37 (62 min)
Passing Bell 8:37
Passing 8:37-8:42 (5 min)
Tardy Bell 8:42
3A or 4B 8:42 – 9:44 (62 min)
Passing Bell 9:44
Passing 9:44-9:49 (5 min)
Tardy Bell 9:49
5A or 6B 9:49 – 10:51 (62 min)
Passing Bell 10:51
Passing 10:51-10:56 (5 min)
Tardy Bell 10:56
7A or 8B 10:56 – 12:00 (64 min)
Lunch Bell 12:00
N. Brk/Lunch 12:00 – 12:50 (50 min)
Bus Pick Up Time 12:50pm
Minimum Day Schedule rev. 5/6/2016
(FINALS/MIDTERMS)
Min Day Bus Release Time: 11:30am (2 days in the year)
Breakfast 7:00-7:30
Warning Bell 7:30
Tardy Bell 7:35
1A-2B (55 Min) 7:35-8:30
Passing Bell 8:30
Passing 8:30-8:35 (5 Min)
Warning Bell 8:34
Tardy Bell 8:35
3A-4B (55 Min) 8:35-9:30
Passing Bell 9:30
Passing 9:30-9:35 (5 Min)
Warning Bell 9:34
Tardy Bell 9:35
5A-6B (55 Min) 9:35-10:30
Passing Bell 10:30
Passing 10:30-10:35 (5 Min)
Warning Bell 10:34
Tardy Bell 10:35
7A-8B (55 Min) 10:35-11:30
Dismissal Bell 11:30
C Day Schedule rev. 5/6/2016
Breakfast 7:00-7:30
Warning Bell 7:30
Tardy Bell 7:35
1A (43 Min) 7:35-8:18
Passing Bell 8:18
Passing (5 Min)
Warning Bell 8:22
Tardy Bell 8:23
3A (43 Min) 8:23-9:06
Passing Bell 9:06
Passing (5 Min)
Warning Bell 9:10
Tardy Bell 9:11
5A (43 Min) 9:11-9:54
Passing Bell 9:54
Passing (5 Min)
Warning Bell 9:58
Tardy Bell 9:59
7A (43 Min) 9:59-10:42
LUNCH 10:42-11:12 30 min
2B (43 Min) 11:12-11:55
Passing Bell 11:55
Passing (5 Min)
Warning Bell 11:59
Tardy Bell 12:00
4B (43 Min) 12:00-12:43
Passing Bell 12:43
Passing (5 Min)
Warning Bell 12:47
Tardy Bell 12:48 Passing
6B (43 Min) 12:48-1:31
Passing Bell 1:31
Passing (5 Min)
Warning Bell 1:35
Tardy Bell 1:36 Passing
8B (39 Min) 1:36-2:15
Dismissal Bell 2:15
CO Lab (Optional) 2:20-3:00 (40 Min)
Bus Pick up at 2:00pm
CCSD Mission Statement
The mission of the Carson City School District is to contribute to the development of successful young adults who will make healthy contributions to themselves, their families, the State of Nevada, and our great nation and world.
CCSD Goals
· Utilize T4S strategies, Mastery Connect, EOC, and Pass/Fail data
· Utilize the Inclusion Model in Master Schedule
· Implement Professional Learning Communities in school wide decision making
· Make and exceed AYP in all subgroups.
Non–Discrimination Statement
Nevada Department of Education: does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability and age, and that they provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the non-discrimination policies contact: Randi Hunewill, Title IX Coordinator, 504 Coordinator (775) 687-7284
PIONEER HIGH SCHOOL
“Alternative Routes to Success”
PHS Motto
“Alternative Routes to Success”
Mission Statement
The mission of Pioneer High School is to provide young adults with alternative routes to success.
PHS Beliefs
· It is the belief at Pioneer High School that all students can learn
· Students deserve a safe learning environment
· Students will utilize work/volunteer experience, an eight credit per year schedule, WNC dual credits, CTE, and online options, to earn credits towards graduation
· Not all students learn in the same way in the same environment
· Students benefit by owning their educational choices and opportunities
· Students, parents, staff and community are partners in a child’s education
· Effective education may not look the same for every student
· Character can be developed and potential can be realized
· Students will be encouraged to exercise their creativity and utilize their innovative talents
Action Steps
· The Professional Learning Community model will help involve the necessary parties in identifying goals and help build a sense of ownership
· The master schedule incorporates inclusion style format through co-teaching
· PHS staff will align curriculum with concepts, ideas, and skills required to improve the Nevada High School Proficiency Test results
· PHS staff will align curriculum to the Nevada State and Carson City School District standards and curriculum assessments
· PHS will foster a school climate of effective classroom instruction, professional growth, and commitment to students' needs.
PIONEER HIGHLIGHTS
· Students at PHS utilizing Carson Online courses obtained a 97% passing rate in comparison to the California and Nevada average passing rate of 80%
· PHS increased its curricular offerings to 256 different courses through small classroom style and online options
· CTE classes in medical technology were added for students to obtain dual credits for college and high school units articulated with WNC
· The Project Discovery and PHS partnership helped provide off campus activities, leadership and character development options
· Flexible scheduling options include: 2 semesters, small classroom style sections, hybrid, and part-time/full-time online education formats
· Additional fitness and athletic options for PE included: cross country skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, basketball, swimming, weight lifting, rock climbing, and yoga
2015-2016 Goals:
GOAL 1: Students will increase their average daily attendance in comparison with the prior school year.GOAL 2: Students will increase their achievement in math, science, reading, and writing, in regards to the Pass/Fail rations, weekly assessments in Mastery Connect, IC, ACT, and End of Course exams
GOAL 3: Students will pass all classes, graduate with their cohort class, and will continue their education at higher education institutions and/or begin careers upon graduation.
GUIDANCE INFORMATION
Class changes will be made only if there is an obvious mistake or for a graduation requirement. Students will need to make an appointment with their principal or counselor during the first week of school before any needed changes are made. All changes may require a conference with the counselor, teacher, administrator and parents. Changes must be in the best educational interests of the student and the school.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Changes to course selections or to classes assigned during scheduling should be limited to the following reasons:
· The student has been placed into the wrong level of a subject.
· The student must drop an elective course in order to take one required for graduation or in order to re-take a required course, which was not successfully completed.
· The student has an incomplete schedule or an over-filled schedule.
CREDITS
60 hours of class equals.5 credit. Credit is awarded at the end of each semester to students who have been in attendance for the required length of time, completed work successfully, and taken the final examination.
Students who do not complete the work required for a course or who do not take the final exam may receive an “incomplete”. An incomplete (INC) must be made up within two weeks after the beginning the next semester or the incomplete becomes an “F” and no credit is awarded. It is the student’s responsibility to make contact with the teacher to arrange to complete the necessary work.
GRADUATION COMMENCEMENT PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
In order to participate in the Pioneer High School Graduation Ceremony each student must meet the following requirements:
1. Successful completion of 24.5 credits
2. All required classes successfully completed
3. No financial or disciplinary obligations
4. Pass all components of the Nevada Proficiency test (HSPE) or end of course exams (EOC)
5. Appropriate student behavior must be maintained through out the commencement ceremony
6. All fines and fees must be paid, and books returned before caps and gowns will be issued
7. Students must also take the ACT to graduate in Nevada
WESTERN NEVADA COLLEGE
(CTE, TECH PREP, and DUAL CREDIT OPTIONS)
TECH PREP or CTE Classes offered at WNC
This allows students to earn college credit for occupational course work completed in high school. Applicable courses are taught by a high school instructor who targets competencies established by both high school and college faculty. These courses carry over into Western Nevada College certificate and degree programs, giving students a head start on higher education programs that relate to their chosen career pathways.
(Students will receive high school credit, college credit, and a certification in the field.)
· Machine Tool (Paul Eastwood, WNC Instructor)
· Construction
· Welding
· Auto Mechanics
WNC ADMISSIONS
Students in grades 11 and 12 are eligible to participate in the following programs once they have obtained a signed “High School Authorization to Enroll Form” (available in the Office). The authorization requires the signature of the principal of designated official. The student must then register at WNC (a one-time only fee), and submit payment for each option as outlined below.
WNC ADMISSION PROCEDURE
1- Must be 11th or 12th grade and have transportation for a 4th period class at WNC
2- Student must express interest to the PHS office and obtain the (High School Authorization to Enroll Form) this must be signed an administrator.
3- Enroll at WNC and bring your signed form
4- You will meet with a counselor at WNC
5- Take admissions test at WNC
6- Based on the results of the admissions exam, you may be placed in the class requested
7- Bring a proof of enrollment at WNC to PHS office and your 4th period class will become the WNC class.
GRADE REQUIREMENTS
Students must earn a grade of “A” or “B” in an articulated Tech Prep course in order to receive WNC credit upon course completion.
OTHER DUAL CREDIT OPTIONS
Dual credit allows students to earn both college and high school credit, simultaneously, while pursuing their fields of interest. Students may maximize their educational potential by accessing courses not available and financially feasible through Pioneer High School.
· Math, Science, English, Art, Humanities (Please refer to the WNC website and course offerings per semester
Each individual school district recognizes select courses as dual credit. The student must register at WNC and submit tuition payment. When a student successfully completes a WNC course recognized as dual credit, he or she could apply the course credits toward both high school and college progression. A course must be 3 credits to be considered Dual Credit. One class at WNC which is 3 college credits = (.5 High School Credit or one Class at PHS).
Students are responsible for completing a Dual Credit Form (available in the office), and delivering official WNC Transcripts to the registrar so that the appropriate credit can be added to the high school transcript. It is also the students’ responsibility to send a WNC transcript to the college or university of their choice.
“FAST TRACK” Option
Fast Track classes are distance education coursed offered via Internet, interactive video, or as a tele-course. For current information on “Fast Track” classes, please visit the following link to WNC:
http://www.wnc.edu/studentservices/outreach/planning_students.php
http://www.wnc.edu/academics/catalog/
CTE OPTIONS
Medical Technology: See Mr. Bland for details.
EARLY ADMISSIONS AT UNR
Students with good SAT/ACT scores and high school grades will be given consideration for early admission. All students accepted for admission to the University does not mean admission to the program of your choice.
SCHOLARSHIPS
· All University of Nevada, Reno Scholarship Applications are due to the University February 1. Students must be admitted to the University to qualify for scholarships.
· The Charles D. Keller Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student once per year
· The Mike and Ruth Pintar Scholarships totaling 10,000 dollars will be awarded starting in 2010 to all students in 500.00 dispersals who go on to higher education programs
MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION (See the Counselor for Updates)
*Please see the “Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship” Fact Sheet for current updates.
EXTRA AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Studies have shown that students who are involved in extra and co-curricular activities enjoy school more and the do better academically. Pioneer High School has variety of activities in which they can participate. (Student Leadership, Rock Sport Club, and Project Discovery)