Philip Barbour High School
2016-2017
Student and Parent Handbook
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Home of the Colts
99Horse Shoe Drive
Philippi Wv 26416
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Philip Barbour Fight Song
Let’s cheer for Philip Barbour High
Then may colors ever fly.
And when we play, we give our all throughout the game
We never quit until we’re sure we’ve won our frame.
So, while our standards are the best
We’re sure to stay above the rest.
So, give a cheer (hey) for Philip Barbour’s Blue & white
Cheer the Colts, Cheer the Barbour County Colts.
By Don Hershberger
Proper etiquette is to stand and participate!
Alma Mater
All Hail to Philip Barbour
Forever we’ll be true
Thru all our joys and sorrows
Still waves the white and blue
We join our hands together and still we’re ever true
So, Hail our Alma Mater
Hail to you
Yes, Hail dear Philip Barbour
Hail to you
By Janie Daugherty
Visit our School web site at Http://pbhs.barb.k12.wv.us
A complete listing of administrators, faculty, staff, coaches and classroom sponsors and much more helpful information can be found on the school web page.
Additionally, Daily Announcements and weekly looking ahead are posted on the school web page.
BARBOUR COUNTY SCHOOLS NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
As required by Federal laws and regulations, the Barbour County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race color, religion, disability or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities. Inquiries may be referred to Jeff Kittle, Title IX and Jana Miller Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Barbour County Board of Education, 45 School Street, Philippi, WV 26416, phone number 457-3030, or to the Department of Education’s Director of the Office of Civil Rights.
RACIAL, SEXUAL, RELIGIOUS/ETHNIC HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE POLICY
It is the policy of Barbour County Schools that racial, sexual, religious/ethnic harassment and violence will not be tolerated under any circumstances. We firmly believe that all persons are to be treated with respect and dignity. Harassment and violent incidents will be responded to in a manner that effectively deters future incidents. Racial, sexual, religious/ethnic harassment and violence refers to unwelcome and unwanted behavior related to sex, race, religion, or ethnic groups that makes the recipient feel afraid, embarrassed, helpless, angry, or unsafe or upsets the recipient to the point that he/she cannot learn, cannot teach or be effective at school or at his/her job. Harassment and violence is prohibited between staff members, between staff members and students, between students, and from members of the public directed at students or staff, on school property or at school sponsored events. Some examples of harassment and violence may include but are not limited to: someone gay; ethnic or racial slurs; or threats, insults or assaults against someone due to their sex, race, religion, or ethnic group. For more information reference Barbour County Schools Policy 2300. If a staff member or student feels that his/her emotional well being, his/her sense of safety and security or sense of self-worth is being affected by such conduct, a complaint should be filed by contacting his/her school principal or by calling:
Superintendent of Schools
Barbour County Schools
45 School Street
Philippi, WV 26416
304-457-3030
All Barbour County Schools Policies can be referenced at the following web site:
PHILIP BARBOUR HIGH SCHOOL’S
Vision Statement
The vision of Philip Barbour High School complex is to provide rigorous and relevant educational opportunities in preparations for college and careers in the 21st century.
At PBHS we strive to provide a(n)….
- Caring, nurturing, and welcoming environment for students, families, faculty, and community
- Opportunities for social, emotional, physical, and academic excellence
- Lifelong learners and problem solvers who use critical thinking in daily living
- Technologically proficient individuals using resources ethically as citizens of a global community
- Safe and secure environment for all
Reference Barbour County Schools Policies 1100 to view the entire policy.
PHILIP BARBOUR HIGH SCHOOL COMPLEX BELL SCHEDULE
Daily Schedule
7:40 Teachers in Classrooms
7:55 – 7:57 Announcements (2 minutes)
7:57 – 8:42 1st Period (45 minutes)
8:46 – 9:31 2nd Period (45 minutes)
9:35 – 10:20 3rd Period (45 minutes)
10:24 – 11:09 4th Period (45 minutes)
11:09 – 11:44 “A” Lunch (35 minutes)
11:13 – 11:58 First 5th Period (45 minutes)
11:58 – 12:33 “B” Lunch (35 minutes)
11:48 – 12:33 Second 5th period (45 minutes)
12:37 – 1:22 6th Period (45 minutes)
1:26-2:11 7th Period (45 minutes)
2:15 – 3:00 8th Period (45 minutes)
Advisor-Advisee Schedule
7:40 Teachers in Classrooms
7:55 – 7:57 Announcements (2 minutes)
7:57 – 8:37 1st Period (40 minutes)
8:41 – 9:21 2nd Period (40 minutes)
9:25 – 10:05 3rd Period (40 minutes)
10:09 – 10:49 4th Period (40 minutes)
10:53 – 11:33 Advisor/Advisee (40 minutes)
11:33 – 12:03 “A” Lunch (30 minutes)
11:37 – 12:17 First 5th Period (40 minutes)
12:17 – 12:47 “B” Lunch (30 minutes)
12:07 – 12:47 Second 5th Period (40 minutes)
12:51 – 1:31 6th Period (40 minutes)
1:35 – 2:15 7th Period (40 minutes)
2:19 – 3:00 8th Period (41 minutes)
Two-Hour Delay Schedule
9:40 Teachers in Classrooms
9:55 – 9:57 Announcements (2 minutes)
9:57 – 10:27 1st Period (30 minutes)
10:31 – 11:01 2nd Period (30 minutes)
11:05 – 11:35 3rd Period (30 minutes)
11:39 – 12:09 4th Period (30 minutes)
12:09 – 12:39 “A” Lunch (30 minutes)
12:13 – 12:48 First 5th Period (35 minutes)
12:48 – 1:18 “B” Lunch (30 minutes)
12:42 – 1:18 Second 5th Period (35 minutes)
1:22 – 1:52 6th Period (30 minutes)
1:56 – 2:26 7th Period (30 minutes)
2:30 – 3:00 8th Period (30 minutes)
PHILIP BARBOUR HIGH SCHOOL COMPLEX
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
1.0 Purpose
Barbour County Schools provides students the 21st century knowledge, skills, and capabilities needed for adulthood.
1.1 Adolescent education at the high school level provides a rigorous course of academic study to enable students to achieve high levels of competence so that they can complete graduation requirements and be prepared to successfully enter and compete in the work place and post-secondary education.
2.0 Responsibility
To graduate from high school, a student must earn a minimum of twenty-four (24) credits, including the successful completion of course requirements as specified in WV Policy 2510.
2.1 A non-credit Senior Project (experiential learning) is required of all graduating students.
2.2 In order to graduate, students will complete 6 hours of approved experiential learning.
2.3 Credits for courses will be awarded based upon demonstration of mastery of the WV Content Standards and Objectives/Next Generation Standards. Students demonstrating mastery of WV Content Standards and Objectives/Next Generation Standards in the subjects will be provided the opportunity to advance to the next grade level objectives.
2.4 All students shall be scheduled for a full instructional day during each of the four high school years. Students may apply and earn dual credit college courses according to procedures. The principal will make all final determinations regarding student’s graduation or credit status at the school level.
3.0 Transfer of Credits –
3.1 Credits will not be awarded or accepted from the home school learning environment unless the credit requested is in compliance with section 6.0 of this policy.
3.2 Credit from private schools will only be accepted if the school is accredited and the course complies with the requirements of WVDE Policy 2510.
4.0 Participation in Graduation Exercises –
4.1 Only those students who have successfully completed all of the requirements for graduation prior to the date set for commencement exercises shall be permitted to participate in the graduation ceremonies. All fees, fines, and charges will be paid before a student is allowed to participate in graduation exercises.
5.0 Planned Educational Program –
In accordance with West Virginia Department of Education requirements, an Individualized Student Transition Plan (ISTP) shall be prepared and periodically reviewed and updated for each secondary student. Students will designate either a professional or skilled pathway as part of the plan which will guide selection of coursework.
6.0 Testing Out of Required or Prerequisite Offerings –
A student may “test out” of a required or prerequisite course by taking an approved RESA VII examination to demonstrate mastery in the WV Content Standards and Objectives/Next Generation Standards for the content area as per the requirements of WVDE Policy 2510.
6.1. The student’s records will indicate that completion of the area of study occurred through the exam process.
6.2 The criteria for approval of the testing out of a high school course will follow the RESA VII guidelines.
7.0 Early Graduation –
Early graduation is defined as graduation from high school one full year prior to the class in which the student entered the ninth grade.
7.1 In order to be eligible for early graduation, a student must petition the Barbour County Board of Education one semester in advance of the junior year.
7.2 The petition for early graduation must be supported by three letters of recommendation from teachers and a letter of recommendation from the principal.
7.3 The petition must also have a letter of pending acceptance from a post-secondary school.
7.4 Petitions will be decided upon by the Board of Education on an individual basis.
7.5 For classification purposes, early graduation students remain a member of their original cohort. For example, students will participate in school activities as a junior not a senior such as GSA, class tournaments, prom, class trips, senior privileges, etc…
7.6 Students will not be ranked for recognition purposes.
8.0 Graduation Honors System -
All students in a class, except foreign exchange students, shall be included in the determination of rank-in-class. The final class rank will be determined at the completion of the end of the seventh semester of the graduation class.
8.1 At the end of the seventh semester of the graduation class, students will be ranked in the following classifications:
• Summa Cum Laude: 4.0+
• Magna Cum Laude: 3.75 – 3.99
• Cum Laude: 3.5 – 3.749
8.2 Grade point averages will not be rounded.
8.3 For “top” graduate recognition purposes, students must have achieved Summa Cum Laude status.
9.0 Credit Recovery/Credit Rescue
PBHS Credit Recovery Courses (ODYSSEY)
Students may register for an ODYSSEY (credit recovery course) once the failing grade for the class has been transcripted at the end of the semester. However, an exception may be made for a student who has failed the class, is currently enrolled in the class again, and is still failing. The privilege of taking a class in Credit Recovery will be denied to students who have 15 or more unexcused absence in the class(es) they are trying to recover credit and they must have at least an overall grade of 45% in that class.
Credit recovery during the school day is only provided for Juniors and Seniors who need to make up at least 3 credits. All others can be made up in summer school, before school, during the students lunch period, or after school. All tests must be proctored by a Credit Recovery teacher.
Summer School Credit Recovery
Students recovering a class in summer school must not have 25 or more unexcused absences.
Seniors planning to use CR to graduate that year must have their Credit Recovery Application and Contract submitted by February 1st and have course(s) completed by the last day for seniors. Seniors who do not recover the necessary credits through the CR program by the last day for Seniors WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE to participate in graduation exercises.
Seniors who have not earned enough credits by the last day for seniors WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE to participate in graduation exercises. The non-graduating seniors will be permitted to continue attending school during regular hours to work on CR courses until the last day of school for students. The non graduating Senior may then be eligible to attend summer school (if offered) to continue working towards completing the requirements for graduation. A diploma will be awarded (within 10 business days) after an Administrator verifies that all graduation requirements have been met.
Proposed PBHS Credit Rescue (if available)
Year Long Class
Students may not be placed into the Credit Rescue program after 10 days from the end of the 1st nine weeks and students must not have 5 or more unexcused absences in the class(es) they are trying to rescue credit for and they must have at least an overall grade of 45% in that class.
Block Class
Those students who are in a block class may not be placed into Credit Rescue after 5 days from the end of the first progress report date. Students must not have 3 or more unexcused absences in the class(es) they are trying to rescue credit for and they must have at least an overall grade of 45% in that class.
Seniors planning to use Credit Rescue to graduate that year must have their Credit Rescue course(s) completed by the last day for seniors. Seniors who do not recover the necessary credits through the program by the last day for Seniors WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE to participate in graduation exercises.
Please reference West Virginia State Board Policy 2510 for specific graduation requirements.
For a complete list of classes to meet graduation requirements visit our school web site at
A complete listing of administrators, faculty, staff, coaches, and class sponsors and much more helpful information can be found on the school web page.
Additionally, “Daily Announcements” and a weekly “Looking Ahead” are posted on the school web page.
SENIOR PROJECT – GENERAL INFORMATION
Statement of Purpose:
The purpose of the Senior Project is to provide an opportunity for each 12th grade student to explore in depth an area of interest related to his or her career goals, while demonstrating mastery of skills acquired during the high school experience.
Senior Project Research Paper in all English 12 classes completed by the end of 1st semester.
Presentations should occur during state assessment weeks. Seniors would sign up for a time and date based upon grade and attendance. Seniors would present to their English teacher and their A/A advisor. Scores of the two faculty members would be averaged. Senior project presentations and physical project should not be judged by just one faculty member.
Senior projects (paper, physical product, and presentation) should be modified according to the English course they have chosen.
English TR 4-6 page research paper focusing on a career15-30 hours
Plus a resume and a cover letterlogged on phys. project
6 sources – Works Cited page
English 126-10 page research paper – may include15-30 hours
career topics. 6 sourceslogged on phys. project
English CR8-15 page research paper30+ hours logged on
Include annotated bibliographyphysical project Works Cited page (MLA style)
8-10 sources
AP Eng. 128-15 page research paper30+ hours logged
Completed independently of classphysical project.
Include annotated bibliography
Works Cited page (MLA style)
8-10 sources
Physical project hours must be verified by parent/mentor signature on the log sheet. The log sheet should be checked each 9 weeks before the presentation. Parents / mentors must meet with English teacher prior to the presentation to verify all hours logged on physical project. Hours logged are for physical project only. Hours completed on the research, paper, or PowerPoint are not logged. Evidence in the form of photos, video, letters from mentors must be turned in prior to the presentation. Hours completed toward the physical project with another teacher in their classroom for their course cannot be logged as hours. The physical project hours can no longer be signed by another teacher at Philip Barbour, CTE Center, or Fred Eberle Center.
EXPERIENTIAL/WORK-BASED LEARNING
The Experiential/Work-Based Learning component of each student’s educational plan is designed to provide a minimum of six (6) hours of work experience at one or more actual job sites. A non-credit graduation requirement, the Experiential/Work-Based Learning experiences and sites must be pre-approved prior to completion and post-approved for graduation credit. This requirement is to be fulfilled outside of the school hours.
A number of work-based learning activities are available to the student. The following list is not intended to be exhaustive: clinical experiences, community service learning, field experiences, observations, any mentorship, shadowing, simulations, school-based enterprises, supervised agricultural experiences (SAE), registered youth apprenticeship program, regular employment, internships, and/or other administrative approved activities.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT EDUCATION POLICY
1.0 Purpose: Advanced Placement Education programs shall be
provided to meet the needs of students who have been determined to have
the potential and desire to complete curriculum more demanding than that
offered in the regular classroom.
2.0 Responsibility: Curricula, which provides students with
Advanced Placement Education programs in grades 9-12, shall be
developed to determine to meet the requirements of the WVDE. Advanced
Placement Education programs shall be provided for
eligible students as determined by eligibility criteria.
3.0 Definitions:
3.1 Advanced Placement Education is an academic learning experience
characterized by content and performance expectations beyond those
normally available for the age/grade level of the student which will
lead to advanced standing in postsecondary education and can
generate college credit.
4.0 Advanced Placement Education Curriculum: It shall include, but is not
limited to, the following courses:
a) College Board Advanced Placement (AP);
b) Classes offered by postsecondary institutions; (Dual Credit or College
Release)
c) Other classes that lead to advanced standing in college;
d) Advanced courses offered via distance learning
5.0 Distance Learning Programs – Distance learning courses may be used
when finances permit and upon approval of the principal and when the
course is not currently offered that term to the student at the high school.
6.0 Program Availability: Courses may or may not be offered/taught from
one school year to the next depending on student need and staff available.
7.0 Grading: Grading for honors, distance learning, and advanced education
classes will be in accordance with the Barbour County Schools Grading
System Policy 7200.
STUDENT GRADING SYSTEM
Reference Barbour County Schools Policy 7200.