2. Welcome to the York Suburban High School Home of the Trojans

3. Welcome to the York Suburban High School! 1800 Hollywood Drive York, Pa 17403 717-885-1270 - High School Main Office 717-885-1272 - High School Guidance www.yssd.org Grades 9-12 Approximately 900 Students attend the High School.

4. Main Office High School Staff Principal – Dr. Ellis Assistant Principal – Dr. Fuhrman Assistant Principal/Athletic Director – Mr. Adams Main Office Secretaries Mrs. Marquis Mrs. Diaczun - Attendance Ms. Marks

5. Guidance Office Staff Guidance Counselors Mrs. Howe - Last names – A-D (9, 10, 11,12) Dr. Britton - Last names – E-K (9), E-J (10, 11), E-L (12) Mrs. James – Last names – L-Q (9), K-Q (10, 11), M-Q (12) Ms. Pranaitis – Last names – R-Z (9,10,11,12) Your counselor will help you with your schedule, post secondary plans, personal concerns, etc. Guidance Secretaries Mrs. Stayman

6. Other Important Staff Mrs. Berkowitz – School Nurse Mrs. Kendrick – Media Specialist Mr. Adams – Athletic Director Mr. Koncewicz – Athletic Trainer

7. Mission Statement & Statement of Objectives York Suburban School District educates, challenges and prepares student to shape the future. We, the faculty and administration, establish the following objectives, consistent with our philosophy and in the pursuit and fulfillment of that ideal. 1. To recognize students as individuals of differing characteristics, talents and preferences and social/emotional needs. 2. To provide a comprehensive program of studies that will meet diverse student needs in a complex and changing society. 3. To use community resources for student learning activities including work experience opportunities and service opportunities. 4. To provide each student with the basic techniques necessary to transfer acquired skills and ideas to new situations.

8. Mission Statement & Statement of Objectives  5. To stress the need for individual responsibility, self-reliance and self- discipline as factors contributing to personal fulfillment. 6. To make students aware that they are part of a world community, thereby teaching them that service to others and concern for humankind is the highest form of self-actualization. 7. To help students acquire good health habits and develop concepts for maintaining physical, mental and emotional well-being. 8. To provide students an opportunity to explore new and expanding careers and take advanced training by enrolling in college courses or in work experience programs. 9. To encourage voluntary student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities and community events.

9. Graduation Requirements In order to graduate from the York Suburban High School, students must earn 23.8 credits and meet all of the other graduation requirements as outlined below. 4 credits in English 3 credits in math, social science and science.5 credits in health and computer applications 8 semesters of physical education Safety (current 11 th and 12 th only) 9 credits in electives Satisfactorily completion of the Graduation Project Keystone Exam proficiency (Biology I, Algebra I and English Literature) pomp_ loop 7:29

10. General Behavioral Expectations Respect for self, peers, faculty and staff at all times. Maintain appearance/dress that is healthy safe and does not distract others from the educational environment. Display behaviors appropriate for an educational setting in terms of language, dress and actions. Abide by ALL established rules and regulations as indicated in the Student Code of Conduct.

11. Athletics Baseball Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Field Hockey Football Golf Boys Lacrosse Girls Lacrosse Girls Soccer Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Girls Softball Girls Swimming Boys Swimming Boys Tennis Girls Tennis Track and Field Boys Volleyball Girls Volleyball Wresting

12. School Affiliated Activities Ice Hockey

13. ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES Marching Band/Concert Band Best Buddies Book Club Color Guard (Outdoor and indoor) Community Service Club Concert Choir – Choraliers Drum Line English Honor Society French Honor Society Freshman Class Gay Straight Alliance German Honor Society Green Club Jazz Band Junior Class Literary Magazine Marching Band/Concert Band Model United Nations Musical National Art Honor Society National Honor Society Orchestra/Strings Profile Staff (Yearbook) Project Harmony Quiz Bowl SADD Science Fair Science Olympiad Senior Class Ski and Board Club Sophomore Class Spanish Honor Society Stage Crew Student Council Student Fitness Club Table Tennis Club Tea Club Traditional Games Club Tribune (School Newspaper) Tri - M Music Honor Society Trojan Link Crew Trojan Theater TV Studio Ultimate Frisbee Club York Suburban Singers

14. ATTENDANCE, PROMPTNESS AND EXTRA- CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION Participation in the school's extra-curricular program (including athletic, music, and musical/play performance events) is NOT an excuse to come late to school on the day of the event or the day after the event. Students who are tardy to school will not be permitted to participate in events or practices on the day of the tardiness. Students must be in attendance on Friday in order to participate in weekend activities. If a student is absent on Friday, but he/she feels well enough to participate in an event on Saturday or Sunday, a doctor’s note must be provided to the supervisor/coach of the extracurricular event for the student to be considered for participation. Any exception to this rule must be reviewed by a school administrator.

15. ATTENDANCE, PROMPTNESS AND EXTRA- CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION Weekend Participation Students must be in attendance at school on Friday in order to participate in any weekend activity. If a student feels well enough to participate in an event, they must provide a doctor’s note to the supervisor of the extra-curricular or co-curricular event.

16. Daily Schedule The School day begins at 7:55 a.m. and all students are required to be in their first period class prior to the late bell. The school day ends at 3:00 p.m. There is a five minute passing time between classes. 1st period is 51 minutes 2, 4/5, 5/6, 6/7, 7/8, 9 and 10th periods are 49 minutes. The advisory period is after period 3 every day. It is at least 10 minutes, however, some days it is longer. There are three lunch periods – 4L, 6L and 8L. Each lunch is 30 minutes in length. Students of all grade levels eat during each of the lunch periods.

17. Before School Routine Unless students have a signed pass from a teacher or are going for extra help in the Trojan Learning Center, they may not enter the building until 7:35 a.m. Students will remain in the front and back lobbies of the school until 7:45 a.m. Between 7:45 and 7:55 a.m., students are permitted in the halls, to gather books and materials from lockers, and to see teachers. It is important that students are in their first period class prior to the ringing of the late bell at 7:55 a.m.

18. Lockers  Each student is assigned a locker and issued a locker key. It is expected that students use only the locker assigned to them to store academic materials and that the locker is kept locked at all times. The key must be returned at the end of the school year or you must pay $20.00 to replace it. All personal items and books when not in use are to be kept in your locker. Please know that lockers may be searched with probable cause. Lockers should be kept clean and free of trash at all times.

19. Physical Education Attire And Lockers Physical education attire should conform to the school dress code guidelines. For hygiene and safety, students are required to change clothes for physical education class. The required attire shall consist of elastic waistband athletic shorts, a crewneck t-shirt and sneakers with laces. In cooler weather, it is recommended that students bring a sweatshirt and/or sweatpants. Gym lockers-Students are strongly encouraged to bring a lock and lock personal items during gym class. Locks may also be purchased from the physical education teacher. The school is not responsible for stolen items.

20. Lunch Lunch costs $2.25 and numerous food choices are available: Platter of the day Panini sandwiches and wraps Pizza Chicken patty sandwich or hamberger Fruit and yogurt parfait A la carte items such as cookies, bagels and other snack items are available in addition to your meal. Feel free to bring your own lunch. If you received free or reduced lunch at your previous school, please let your counselor know and they will assist you.

21. Breakfast Served every day before school. The cost is $1.20. Funds can be added to your lunch/breakfast account at https://www.myschoolbucks.com/https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ If you have money on account or receive free lunch, you simply enter your pin number at the register and the total purchase is deducted.

22. Grading Students are issued a grade report every nine weeks. For most courses, a grade is calculated on a percentage basis. Some courses use the following grades: Excellent (E), Satisfactory (S), Unsatisfactory (U). You are encouraged to check your grades on a regular basis by using the Infinite Campus website. Go to the school district website at www.yssd.org and click on the Infinite Campus icon. Use your agenda daily to list assignments, tests, quizzes, projects, etc.

23. Grading The four marking period grades are averaged together to compute a year long percentage average. The final percentage is then converted to a 4.0 scale to arrive at a grade point average (GPA). The minimum passing grade is 64%. You must earn a minimum of 256 percentage points within a full year course to successfully complete the course. You must earn a minimum of 128 percentage points with a semester or half year course to successfully complete the course.

24. Grade Conversion 98-100% = 4.0 - Distinguished Honor Roll 96-97.9% = 3.9 - Distinguished Honor Roll 94-95.9% = 3.8 - Distinguished Honor Roll 92-93.9% = 3.7 Honor Roll 90-91.9% = 3.6 Honor Roll 89-89.9% = 3.5 Honor Roll 88-88.9% = 3.4 Honor Roll 87-87.9% = 3.3 Honor Roll 86-86.9% = 3.2 Honor Roll 85-85.9% = 3.1 84-84.9% = 3.0 83-83.9% = 2.9 82-82.9% = 2.8 81-81.9% = 2.7 80-80.9% = 2.6 79-79.9% = 2.5 78-78.9% = 2.4 77-77.9% = 2.3 76-76.9% = 2.2 75-75.9% = 2.1 74-74.9% = 2.0 73-73.9% = 1.9 72-72.9% = 1.8 71-71.9% = 1.7 70-70.9% = 1.6 69-69.9% = 1.5 68-68.9% = 1.4 67-67.9% = 1.3 66-66.9% = 1.2 65-65.9% = 1.1 64-64.9% = 1.0

25. Infinite Campus – Online Grading  Please click on the link below to view a tutorial regarding log in and usage of Infinite Campus. http://www.yssd.org/buildings/highschool/guid ance/ICtutorial.aspx http://www.yssd.org/buildings/highschool/guid ance/ICtutorial.aspx This online grading system will provide full access to the teacher’s grade book so that you can monitor your grades, check homework, etc.

26. Trojan Learning Center (TLC) Tutoring is the priority of the Learning Center. The goal of the Learning Center is to provide assistance and productive working environment for York Suburban students. The Learning Center is staffed by certified teachers who are available to answer questions, clarify concepts, and provide technology support for any assignment in all subject areas. Located in Rooms 121-123 Hours: M-W-F - 7:45 - 3:00 T-W-TH - 7:15 – 4:00

27. Incomplete Work A student must complete all course requirements to pass a class. If course requirements are not completed, a student will receive a failing grade. If an incomplete grade is issued at the end of the first three marking periods, the student has three weeks to make up the deficiency or the grade will be changed by the teacher to “35%.” An incomplete in the fourth quarter will result in a “35%” and failure of the course. ** EXCEPTION -- Students who are hospitalized or under the care of a physician and cannot complete necessary assignments during the time allotted.

28. Promotion Policy The following requirements must be met in order to move to the next grade level homeroom. 10th Grade Homeroom: The student must have four (4) units of credit including the following: English I and Physical Education (two (2) semesters passed) In addition to the above, a minimum of two (2) units of credit from the following academic areas are required: Math, Science, Social Science 11th Grade Homeroom: The student must have nine (9) units of credit including the following: English II and Physical Education (four (4) semesters passed) In addition to the above, a minimum of four (4) units of credits from the following academic areas are required: Math, Science, Social Science 12th Grade Homeroom: The student must have fifteen (15) units of credit including the following: English III and Physical Education (six (6) semesters passed) In addition to the above, a minimum of six (6) credits from the following academic areas are required: Math, Science, Social Science

29. Academic Integrity Activities that have the effect or intention of interfering with education, pursuit of knowledge, or fair evaluation of a student’s performance and understanding are prohibited. Examples of such activities include but are not limited to the following: Cheating - Using or attempting to use unauthorized assistance, materials, or study aids in examinations or other academic work, or preventing, or attempting to prevent another form using authorized assistance, material or study aids. Plagiarism - Using ideas, data, or language of another without specific or proper acknowledgment. Fabrication - Submitting false or altered information in any academic exercise.

30. Academic Integrity Multiple Submission - Submitting, without prior permission, any work submitted to fulfill another academic requirement. Misrepresentation of Academic Records - Misrepresenting, tampering with or attempting to tamper with any portion of a student’s transcripts or academic record. Facilitating Academic Dishonesty - Knowingly helping or attempting to help another violate any provision of the code. Unfair Advantage - Attempting to gain unauthorized advantage over fellow students in an academic exercise.

31. Academic Integrity Consequences - All incidents that violate the Academic Integrity Code will result in the following: First Offense A grade of zero (0) will be assigned for the academic work in question The teacher will notify the parent’s guardian of the student(s) involved and remind them of the policy. Three (3) hours of detention will be assigned by the administrator.

32. Academic Integrity Second Offense (Within the same course) Students will be removed from the course with a failing grade noted on the official transcript The student will be assigned to In-School Suspension The student will be ineligible for the honor roll for the remainder of the academic year. Second Offense (Not within the same course) The student will be assigned to In-School Suspension for one (1) day. The student will be placed on an academic contract. The student will be ineligible for the honor roll for the remainder of the academic year. Actions beyond the second offense will result in further disciplinary action at the discretion of the administrator.

33. Important Information and Responsibilities Assume responsibility for all of your academic work and success. Complete ALL work. If it is assigned, you are required to complete it. Grades have an impact on promotion to the next grade, graduation and post secondary planning. Attend school on a daily basis and arrive on time. Develop solid study, organizational and time management skills.  Establish and follow a study routine. Daily study and preparation is essential to academic success. It is necessary to prepare for class everyday, complete all assigned work on time, take notes in class, review your notes each day, study for tests and quizzes and complete ALL assigned homework. Please note that high school grades and attendance are important and can impact future plans. Do your best at all times! It makes a difference!

34. Attendance If you are absent from school, your parent/guardian must call the High School office at 885-1270 to report your absence. On the day that you return to school, you are required to submit a note from your parent/guardian to the main office. Notes for absences not received within three school days are classified as unexcused.

35. Out of School Appointments If an out of school appointment is necessary during the school day, students must submit a parental note detailing the reason for the dismissal and the departure time to the main office before period one. Students must report to the main office to sign out prior to leaving the building. Upon returning to school, the student must report to the main office to sign in before going to class. Verification of the appointment must be submitted to the main office upon returning to school. If verification is not received within threes school days, the dismissal will be classified as unexcused. Students must meet with teachers to establish a plan regarding missed work.

36. Educational Trips One educational trip per year with parents or legal guardians will be permitted provided the student’s attendance is good and grades are satisfactory. All trips must be requested at least two weeks in advance by completing the appropriate request form from the main office. When approved, students must consult with their teachers to obtain missed work and to coordinate a plan for the completion of make up work.

37. Cell Phones and Electronic Devices Cellular phones, cameras, radios, MP3 players, IPods, Cassette/CD players, electronic games, laser pointers, beepers, walkie-talkies, and other electronic devices are not to be used, heard or seen during the instructional school day (7:45am- 3:00pm). If brought to school, these items must remain in the student’s locker and must remain off the entire instructional day. The school will not be held responsible for lost or stolen devices. Students will store these items at their own risk. Students who fail to follow this policy will have their electronic device(s) confiscated and a parent/guardian will be required to obtain the device(s) at the school office. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to make arrangements with the principal to pick up the confiscated item within one month. Continued violations of this policy may also result in disciplinary action. Failure to surrender an electronic device to a staff member will result in a minimum of 1 day of In- School-Suspension AND confiscation of the device.

38. Bring Your Own Device Before a student may bring a personal electronic wireless device to school to use with teacher permission for class projects or activities, he/she must: 1. Read and agree to comply with York Suburban School District Board Electronic Device Policy (BP237).York Suburban School District Board Electronic Device Policy (BP237). 2. Register the device by completing the form below. This is required even if you are using a cell phone without Internet access! The STUDENT must click here to register his/her device because it requires him/her to log in to Google Apps. At this time, it is not available for parents. Click here to register: YSSD Wireless Device RegistrationYSSD Wireless Device Registration 3. Click here for BYOD Study Hall Procedures BYOD Study Hall Procedures

39. Dress Code  Students are not to wear jackets or any type of head covering including hoods, hats and bandanas.  In addition, the following are not permitted :  Sunglasses  Suggestive clothing, clothing that contains double meaning, suggestive slogans or words, illegal products, or products that are inappropriate for school or profanity  Displayed undergarments  Blouses, Shirts and dresses with spaghetti straps less than 3 inches  clothing that exposes midriffs, buttocks, shoulders or cleavage  Skirts or short that do not reach the mid thigh  See through blouses  Ripped or torn clothing  Chains  Pajama or lounge pants or slippers  Back packs

40. Student Drivers Students are permitted to drive to school, however, your must register your car at the main office and display a parking pass in the rear view mirror. Students are permitted to park in the designated white lined student parking spaces only. Behind the Wheel driving instruction is available through the York Suburban High School. When you have obtained your driving permit and would like to request Behind the Wheel instruction. Go to the main office to complete a form and you will be placed on the waiting list. There is a cost for Behind the Wheel instruction. Please note, most insurance companies will give an insurance discount when you complete a Safety education course and Behind the Wheel instruction. Some insurance companies also give discounts to students who consistently earn honor roll.

41. Buses  All school rules apply at the bus stop and on the bus.  Riding the bus is a privilege not a right. If you loose bus privileges, you are responsible for getting transportation to and from school.  Eating and drinking are not permitted on the bus.  Cell phones are not permitted on the bus, however students may use iPod's or CD players.  Students are not permitted to ride a bus that they are not assigned to ride.

42. Library Procedure 1. All students must report to the library at the beginning of the period. Lateness to the library will result in detention for the second offense. 2. Sign in on the study hall slip. These slips will be returned to the study hall teacher for attendance check. Oversized bags will remain on the shelves in the sign-in area. 3. You must remain in the library the entire period. If necessary, you may go to your locker or the lavatory at the beginning or the end of the period only. You must use your hallway passport. 4. If you want to work in the library, students coming from a class must stop at the circulation desk with hallway pass.

43. Library Behavioral Expectations In order to maintain an atmosphere conducive to reading and conducting research, students are expected to: Refrain from socializing and talking. Refrain from doing homework in groups. Refrain from eating. No food or beverages!!! Refrain from sleeping, sofas are not for lounging! If necessary, you may go to your locker or the lavatory at the beginning or the end of the period only. Please ask for a pass. You must be in the library before the bell. Please use the computers in an appropriate manner. We can monitor your screen. We will log you off if you violate the Technology Use Agreement.

44. Suspension of Library Privilege 1. Infraction of library rules will result in the following action: a. Library privileges suspended for 10 school days first time. b. Library privileges suspended for a marking period second time. c. Library privileges suspended for remainder of the year third time. 2. If you have had library privileges revoked, you may only use the library during scheduled classes, after school, or with a research pass from a subject teacher.

45. Library Material Loan And Fines 1. Books – 3 weeks – overdues 10 cents per day. 2. Magazines and pamphlets – 1 week – overdues 5 cents per day. 3. Reference books and reserve books – overnight returned by 8:00 am– overdues 25 cents per day. 4. Lost or missing books – replacement cost.

46. AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION Detention is held Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:10-5 PM in room 160 (unless otherwise announced). Once a detention is issued, students should report to serve those assigned hours on the next scheduled detention date and continue serving on those dates until all assigned hours are fulfilled. A failure to do so may result in other disciplinary consequences being assigned. Students who have concerns about their abilities to serve detentions on the next assigned date, should schedule a meeting with the Assistant Principal who assigned the detention hours. Detention obligations take priority over a student’s other extracurricular obligations; students will not be permitted to participate in extra-curricular activities, including sporting events and school dances, until these obligations are fulfilled.

47. Detention Procedures 1.) Students must report to the detention room by 3:10 PM. A failure to do so will result in a student being asked to leave detention and the hour(s) not counting. 2.) Upon arrival, students should report to the detention proctor and sign-in legibly on the sign- in sheet. If a student has a pass to see a teacher during detention, the student should sign-in and present the pass to the detention proctor. The proctor will sign the pass and grant the student permission to see the teacher. Once the student is finished working with the teacher, the student should report back to detention before leaving school grounds. 3.) The detention proctor will assign the student to a seat for the duration of the detention time. 4.) Students are expected to complete academic work during detention, whether at their seats or at the computer. 5.) The following are not permitted in detention and may result in a student’s removal from detention: Inappropriate computer usage (gaming, surfing, etc.), Electronic devices (I-Pods or Cell-phones), sleeping, disrespectful behavior, horse-play, and/or consuming food/beverages. 6.) A failure to abide by rules outlined in the student code of conduct may result in a student being removed from detention and further disciplinary consequences. 7.) Students will be dismissed by the proctor at the conclusion of 1 hour and 2 hour sessions. 8.) Once dismissed, students are expected to leave the building through the science-wing doors. (Students will not be permitted to re-enter the building)

48. Collaboration Days  Teachers will be participating in collaboration days six times over the course of the year and will follow an adjusted schedule for students and staff. Certain teachers will spend the time with department members discussing common assessments from 7:50 a.m. to 8:50 a.m., while others supervise students who are in the building. Regular classes will take place from 8:55 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Unless students are granted permission to enter school late, they must report to school at normal time (7:55). Students are able to earn the privilege of late entry by demonstrating the following: less than two tardies to school or class less than two after school detentions less than two unexcused absences zero ISS assignments zero OSS assignments zero period suspensions academic consideration

49. Flex Day On designated dates during each marking period, an alternate schedule will be used that provides flex time for students to meet with teachers, receive extra help, make up test, quizzes, etc. This is a valuable resource that is in place to help students.

50. Helpful Resources Teachers – Schedule time to meet with your teachers before or after school for extra help. Trojan Learning Center – Tutoring is available during study halls, before and after school on Tuesdays, Wednesday’s and Thursday’s. You may ride the activity bus to go home. It leaves the high school at 4 o’clock. Guidance Evening Hours – Every Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. Meet with a counselor, use computers, printers, resources

51. Helpful Resources Trojan Link Crew – You will be assigned to a Link Crew member. This student will assist you when needed. Guidance Office – When you have a question or concern, please come to the guidance office. Your counselor or other staff member will be happy to assist you. Main Office – Is a valuable resource. An administrator or another staff member can help you. Student Handbook - http://www.yssd.org/Buildings/HighSchool/StudentHandbook.aspx http://www.yssd.org/Buildings/HighSchool/StudentHandbook.aspx

52. GOOD LUCK!  Please talk with your teachers, counselor or an administrator if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to help!

54. Infinite Campus

56. Cell Phones and Electronic Devices  Cell phones and other electronic devices are not permitted to be used, seen or heard between the hours of 7:55 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Please make sure that your devices are turned off during the school day. These devices will be confiscated if this policy is violated.

57. Detention Detention is scheduled on Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 3:10 – 5 p.m. You must report to room 160 by 3:10 p.m. and students will be dismissed after one and two hour sessions. Since you are required to complete academic work during detention you must arrive prepared and bring study materials with you. At the conclusion of detention students are expected to leave the school building through the science wing doors and are not permitted to re-enter the building. During detention all school rules continue to apply. If you would like to get extra help from a teacher during detention, you must get a pass from your teacher, report to detention, sign in and get the proctors permission to work with the teacher. Students must return to the detention room with a signed pass from the teacher prior to leaving the school building.

58. Library Conduct 1. Upper level a. Newspapers, current magazines, and yearbooks to be read quietly. 2. Lower level a. Anyone using the lower area must have library work to do, which means research using library materials. You have been assigned study halls to complete your homework. 3. THERE IS TO BE NO TALKING IN THE LIBRARY.

60. Graduation Requirements