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Maysville High School
Parent Student Handbook
2021-2022
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Table of Contents
Maysville Local Schools…………………………………………….…..……..4
School Board, District Administration,
High School Administration, School Counselors
District Calendar ………………………………………………….…………..5
Maysville H.S. Calendar of Events……………………………….…………..6
Welcome from the Principal.……………………...………………...………..7
Office Personnel ………………………………………………………………8
Title IX…………………………………………………………………………8
Guidance ……………………………………………….…………………….. 9
Grading…………………………………………..…………………..…….…10 - 11
Grading, Homework Philosophy, Extra Credit,
Grading Scale, College Credit, Incompletes,
Academic Dishonesty & Grade Cards
Academic Recognition……………………..…………………………………11 - 12
Co-Curricular/Extra-Curricular Participation….…………………………12 – 13
Counseling…………………………………………………………………….13
Attendance Policy and Procedures………….………………………………13 - 18
Bell Schedule, Arrival, Early Dismissals, Tardies, and Reverse Tardies....18 - 19
Student Code of Conduct …………………………………………………...20
Infraction Codes………………………………………………………….…..21 -23
Discipline Procedure ………………………………………………………..24
Guidelines for Detention, Saturday School, and Alternative Settings …...24 - 25
Key Board/School Policies …………………………………………………..25 - 29
Dress Code Policy, Alcohol and Drug Discipline Policy, Nicotine
Intervention/Discipline Policy, Cell Phone Policy, Closed Lunch
Policy, Zero Tolerance Policy, Computer Network/Internet Policy,
Harassment Policy (sexual, racial, other)
Emergency Drills…………………………………………..…………….……29
General Information …………………………………………………….…..29 - 32
Credit Flexibility Policy ……………………………………………………...32 - 35
No Bullying Schools …………………………………………………………..36 - 40
Covid-19………………………………………………………………………..41
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The Maysville Local School District is committed to maintaining a safe and productive learning
environment for all students and staff. This handbook serves to provide important information for
students and their families that highlight expectations and procedures for the safe operation of our
schools.
Maysville Local School District
Board of Education
Dr. Ralph Smith
Mr. Robert Wilson
Mrs. Kelli Israel
Ms. Sandra Rucker
Mr. Kerry Hartman
Administration
Dr. Ruth Zitnik, Superintendent
Mr. Joseph Daniels, Assistant Superintendent
Jamie Sines – Special Education Director/504 Coordinator
(740) 453-0754
Building Administration
Dr. Robert Dalton, Principal
Mr. Shawn Connors, Assistant Principal
(740) 454-7999
School Counselors
Mrs. Tiki Brown
Maysville High School
3725 Panther Drive
Zanesville, OH 43701
Phone (740) 454-7999
Fax (740) 452-9921
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Maysville High School Calendar of Events
August 23, Monday Open House 4:00-6:00 pm
August 23-24 Staff Professional Day
August 25, Wednesday First day for 9th Grade
August 26, Thursday First day 10th, 11th, 12th Grade (9th Grade second day)
September 6, Monday Labor Day (NO SCHOOL)
October 9, Saturday Homecoming Dance 7:00 pm
TBD College Application Campaign Day
October 22, Friday End of 1st Grading Period
November 2, Tuesday Teacher Professional Day (NO SCHOOL)
November 11, Thursday Veterans’ Day (NO SCHOOL)
November 24, Wednesday Parent/Teacher Conference 2:45-6:15 pm
November 25-29 Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
December 22-31 Winter Break (NO SCHOOL)
January 14, Friday End of 2nd Grading Period
January 17, Monday Martin Luther King Day (NO SCHOOL)
February 21, Monday Presidents Day (NO SCHOOL)
March 4, Friday Staff Professional Day (NO SCHOOL)
March 18, Friday End of 3rd Grading Period
April 14-18 Spring Break (NO SCHOOL) (Make-up Days April 14-15 if needed)
TBD Promenade at H.S. 5:00pm, Dinner 6:00, Dance 7:00
May 3, Tuesday Staff Professional Day (NO SCHOOL)
TBD Senior Academic Awards & Scholarship Night 6:00pm MHS Cafeteria
May 26, Thursday Last day for students; End of 4th Grading Period
May 27, Friday Graduation, 7:00 pm
*This calendar is subject to change
GRADING PERIODS
Grading Period Begins Ends # of Days
1 August 25 October 22 42 Days
2 October 25 January 14 44 Days
3 January 18 March 18 42 Days
4 March 21 May 26 45 Days
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WELCOME BACK MAYSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS!
Our commitment at Maysville High School is to provide a safe and intellectually challenging environment that
will empower students to become innovative thinkers, creative problem solvers and inspired learners.
We at Maysville High School set high expectations for all of our students. These expectations extend to all
areas of our school community including academics, extra-curricular participation, and being responsible and
dependable members of the community. It is the contribution of our students to our school community that
makes Maysville High School an exceptional learning community. The willingness to act responsibly and be an
active participant in our academic and extra-curricular options creates a successful learning environment.
We believe that successful students follow the vision and mission of Maysville Local School District. Our
vision is “Panthers Bring Ideas to Life” and our mission is to “Ignite Curiosity, Discover Purpose, Impact the
World!” By following our district’s framework, “Portrait of a Graduate”, our students will take the following
competencies into the world outside of Maysville High School.
● Creativity/Innovation
● Collaboration
● Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
● Communication
● Resilience
● Conflict Resolution
● Flexibility/Adaptability
● Leadership
● Empathy
● Initiative/Personal Responsibility
We are looking forward to an excellent school year and we hope that you will help us make it a year to
remember.
The handbook is designed to provide guidance to students and families. However, it is not intended to be
exhaustive. Issues raised as a result of the pandemic will require additions or adjustments to the handbook as
needed.
We have provided every family this handbook as a guide to success. Please read it carefully. Your child, with
your support, is responsible for the rights and responsibilities explained within it. This handbook is not intended
to be all-inclusive. There will be situations and circumstances that arise that are unanticipated. Those situations
will be handled on an individual basis. This handbook is subject to amendment by the principals in consultation
with the Superintendent and Maysville Board of Education. If you have any questions regarding this handbook,
please see an administrator immediately so that we may assist you.
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MAYSVILLE 9-12 SCHOOL
OFFICE PERSONNEL
NAME TITLE DUTIES LOCATION
Dr. Dalton Principal Principal 9-12 HS Office
Assistant Grades
Mr. Connors
Principal 9-12 HS Office
Attendance Attendance/ Welcome
Mr. Roush
School Safety Safety Center
Mr. Miller Athletic Director Athletic Concerns HS Office
HS Guidance
HS Counselor Guidance 9-12
Office
HS Guidance
Mrs. Brown HS Counselor Guidance 9-12
Office
Mrs. McKee HS Secretary Grades 9-12 HS Office
Academic Records, Financial &
Mrs. Murphy Grades 6-12 HS Office
Guidance Secretary
Special Education (i) HS
Mrs. Wilhite Grades 6-12
Secretary Office
TITLE IX
The Maysville Local School District Title IX policy is available in the digital handbook found on the district
website at www.maysville.k12.oh.us
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8GUIDANCE
Counseling service is available to all students. Problems relating to school onto one’s personal life can often be helped through
counseling by a competent person. The counselors are glad to help with the individual problems or plans for the future; however, they
are not always available at a moment’s notice, so an appointment may be necessary. Appointments can be made by contacting one of
the counselors.
Schedule Changes
No Changes will be made.
Credit Classification
0-5 Credits = Freshman Status
5.25 -10 Credits = Sophomore Status
10.25 -15 Credits = Junior Status
15.25 or more Credits = Senior Status
Requirements for Graduation
1. 22 credits are required for graduation as listed in chart below.
2. Students MUST meet one of the following pathways.
GRADUATION PATHWAYS FOR CLASS OF 2021 & 2022
Pathway One
Earn 18 out of 35 points on seven end-of-course state tests. You can earn up to 5 points on each test. You need a minimum of 4 points
in math, 4 points in English language arts and 6 points across science and social studies.
Pathway Two
Industry-recognized credential and score on workforce readiness test
Earn an industry-recognized credential or a group of credentials totaling 12 points and earn the required score on the WorkKeys test.
Pathway Three
Earn remediation-free scores in math and English on the ACT or SAT. You will take a one-time ACT spring test in grade 11 for free.
OR meet new Permanent Graduation Requirements effective for Class of 2023 and beyond
● Earn passing score on Algebra I & English II end-of-course exams OR
o Option 1 Demonstrate Two Career-Focused Activities
o Option 2 Enlist in the military
o Option 3 Complete college coursework
AND
● Earn two diploma seals (one must be a state seal) There are 9 state and 3 local seals available.
CREDIT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Course Credits Required
English (English 9, 10, 11, 12) 4
Science (1 Physical, 1 Biological, 1 Other) 3
Math (Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, 1 other) 4
Social Studies (World History, US History, Government) 3
Physical Education ** ½
Health ½
Electives (any course) see specifics below 7
Freshmen Focus elective (beginning with Class of 2024) ½
Senior Exit elective (beginning with Class of 2023) ½
60 hours Community Service (beginning with Class of 2023) --
9*Student athletes and students who are members of the marching band or cheer squads may be exempt from the PE
requirement if they complete 2 full seasons of a sport/band/cheer. They would not be required to take a PE class; however,
they would be required to complete the ½ credit with another course. A PE Credit Waiver must be completed by the student.
Waiver forms are available from the counselors.
GRADING
Grades reflect what a student knows and can do in relation to grade level standards aligned to the classes being taken at Maysville
High School. The faculty and staff at Maysville High School will use the following guidelines for the weighting of categories used to
determine grades:
Diagnostic Assessments: 0% of the final grade – takes place prior to instruction; designed to determine a student’s skills in order to
identify student needs.
Informal Assessments and Student Work: 10% of the final grade – designed to provide direction for improvement and/or
adjustment to a program for individual students or a whole class (i.e. practice work, homework, in class assignments, initial drafts,
entrance/exit tickets, etc.).
Formal Assessments and Student Work: 90% of the final grade – designed to provide information to be used in making judgments
about a student’s achievement at the end of a period of instruction (i.e. tests, quizzes, exams, final drafts, projects, performance-based
assessments, etc.).
The Grading Scale is as follows:
A = 90%–100% B = 80%–89% C = 70%–79% D = 60%–69% F = 0%–59%
Each nine-week grade is recorded as a numerical value:
A = 3.5 – 4.0 B = 2.5-3.49 C = 1.5-2.49 D = 0.5-1.49 F= 0.0-.49
The Final Grade for a class will be determined by the following formula:
● Doubling the numeric value of the nine-week grade
● Adding the final exam grade as a numeric value
● Dividing the total by 9
Example:
Grading Period #1 (A) 4 X 2 = 8 *Students must pass 3 of the 5 criteria in order to earn
Grading Period #2 (C) 2 X 2 = 4 credit for the class. The 5 criteria consist of each of the
Grading Period #3 (A) 4 X 2 = 8 4 grading periods and the final exam.
Grading Period #4 (B) 3 X 2 = 6
Final Exam (B) 3 X 1 = 3
Total 29
Final Grade 29/9 = 3.2 = B
● Students that receive a 0% grade on an informal or formal assessment or student work has not shown what they know and can
do. Students not completing or receiving a 0% may be subjected to: conference with teacher; teacher/parent conference; working
lunch in the assigned teacher’s room or opportunity center; after school detention; and/or referral to the 21 st Century After-School
Program in order to complete the assignments.
Homework Philosophy
Homework is a constructive tool in the teaching/learning process when geared to the needs and abilities of students. Homework
provides opportunities to apply learning and to experience necessary practice. It promotes student responsibility and accountability by
developing work habits essential for succeeding in life. Homework offers teachers, parents, and students the opportunity to be
involved in and support the learning process outside of school. Research shows that meaningful homework may increase student
achievement. To move our students forward in the learning process, teachers will assign consistent, appropriate, and meaningful
homework.
10Extra Credit or Use of Bonus Points
Giving extra credit or bonus points distort a student's grade of achievement. The purpose of a grade is to communicate a true and
accurate achievement level for each individual student. Extra credit or bonus points will only "fluff" the student's grade leading to
miscommunication of achievement. Extra credit will not be given.
Courses for College Credit
Grading and Academic Dishonesty polices will be subject to the standards of the participating institution.
Incomplete Grades "I"
When desired evidence of student achievement is missing, teachers decide whether they have sufficient evidence to determine a grade
and if they do not, an incomplete will be assigned. Two weeks after the end of a grading period, all incomplete grades will convert to
a 50% F.
Academic Dishonesty Policy
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Students will redo any assessment that involves academic dishonesty including cheating*
or plagiarizing**.
*Cheating: Can include, but not limited to: possession of unauthorized material, submission of another student’s material whether
graded or not, false claims or fabricated references, and copying of someone else’s exam/quiz or passing answers from a quiz or an
exam to another student.
**Plagiarism: submitting the words, ideas, images or data from another person as one’s own in any academic writing or project.
When an incident of cheating and/or plagiarism occurs, the student, along with a parent/guardian, will meet with a principal and
his/her team of teachers. After discussion with the group, the principal has the discretion to impose appropriate consequences.
Students may appeal any academic dishonesty charge against them within one week of the charge. The appeal will be presented to the
Superintendent and/or his designee.
Students will still be held accountable for the completion of these assignments and teachers will use this information to guide their
instructional practice.
Grade Cards
Grade cards are issued each nine-week grading period. Progress reports can be viewed by parents on line at https://parent.laca.org.
Please contact the school office if you need username and password information for your child. Parents may also inquire about grades
by contacting their Guidance Counselor. (HS – 740-454-7999)
ACADEMIC RECOGNITION
Honor Roll/Principal’s List
Honor Roll
● Greater than or equal to a 3.00 G.P.A. and no grade lower than 2.00 G.P.A.
Principal’s list
● Greater than or equal to a 3.50 G.P.A.
Academic Letter
Formal recognition of academic achievement will be done through the presentation of academic letters. Students may earn these
awards for each year that they are enrolled at the high school. Criteria for the Academic Letter are as follows:
1. Students must earn a G.P.A. of at least a 3.50 during either semester of a school year. Any student who earns a 3.50 G.P.A.
the first semester will receive an Academic Award at the Spring Academic Awards assembly. Any student who earns a 3.50 G.P.A.
the second semester (and did not receive the award the first semester), must see the Guidance Counselors to receive their award.
Academic Letter Awards will be designated as follows:
111st Year Award – Academic Letter 3rd Year Award – Academic Pin
2nd Year Award – Academic Patch 4th Year Award – Certificate
National Honor Society
The National Honor Society of Secondary Schools (NHS) is the leader among organizations that promote appropriate recognition for
students who reflect outstanding accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, character, leadership and service.
REQUIREMENTS:
● Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing with completed information sheet
● 3.50 cumulative GPA at the end of the 1st semester
● Demonstrate outstanding and honorable character
● Demonstrate leadership
● Be involved in school and community service activities
● All candidates must meet selection deadlines and be approved by a unanimous vote of a 5-member Faculty Council.
Membership is a privilege, not a right!
● Mandatory attendance at the Induction Ceremony
CO-CURRICULAR/EXTRA-CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION
Academic Eligibility Requirements
- The student must be enrolled in and passing the equivalent of five (5) one-credit
courses that count toward graduation.
- Earn a 1.5 G.P.A. during the nine-week grading period, which precedes the season
of eligibility.
- Starting with the second nine-weeks of the 2021-2022 school year, the G.P.A will change to 2.0. This means students must
maintain a G.P.A of 2.0 during the first nine-weeks of the 2021-2022 school year and beyond.
In order to participate in any school activity, including practices, rehearsals, performances, contests, or dances, as either an active
participant or as a spectator, the student must be in school by 10:00 a.m. the day of the activity.
If a student secures permission for an excused absence (other than illness) with advanced notice, the student is eligible to participate in
the activity. If a student leaves school for any amount of time due to illness during the day, the student is ineligible to participate in
any capacity that day. Also, a student that participates in any extracurricular activities must attend school the entire day following the
activity.
Eligibility to participate in co-curricular/extra-curricular activities is subject to the Maysville Athletic Handbook.
ELIGIBILITY
These procedures are in effect for any student involved in a competitive situation.
Eligibility Requirements (grades 7-12)
1. The eligibility or ineligibility of a student continues until the start of the fifth school day of the next grading period, at which
time the grades from the preceding grading period become effective.
2. Summer School grades may not be used to substitute for failing grades received the final grading period of the regular school
year.
3. A student should not change their course schedule without first consulting with the school principal or a guidance counselor
to determine whether it will affect their eligibility.
4. A student otherwise eligible to participate in any regularly scheduled athletic contest must:
a. Be in school by 10:00 a.m. the day of the contest
b. Be in school by 10:00 a.m. the last school day before the contest, if it is scheduled for a Saturday or
during a school holiday
c. Fill out and sign an insurance verification card (signed by parent)
d. Be examined by a physician and found physically fit
The signature of the physician must be on the application card
5. If ill the day before a game (i.e. Friday before Saturday contest), an excuse from a physician or dentist must be approved by
the Principal before the student can play.
126. The Athletic Director and the Head Coach are responsible for enforcement of the attendance policy violations.
7. The Principal may grant, for legitimate reasons, individual exceptions to the attendance eligibility rules.
8. The Ohio High School Athletic Association has established an eligibility rule that states that any student who does not meet
the eligibility requirement at the end of a grading period will become ineligible for the entire grading period that follows.
● The last grading period for the year shall be used to establish eligibility for the fall sports season.
● Maysville 9-12 School operates on a 9-week grading period. If a student becomes ineligible, he/she shall remain ineligible for
at least 9 weeks.
COUNSELING
Counseling services are available to all students. School counseling is intended to be short-term and based on problem-solving. It is
recommended for students who need support to address one of more barriers hindering their success at school. Topics commonly
addressed by the school counselor are: specific behaviors, communication skills, organizational skills, conflict resolution,
interpersonal relationships, decision making skills, anger management, etc. If additional counseling services are needed, the school
counselor can make a referral to local agencies for those services.
No Bullying Schools:
We believe every student deserves a positive school environment, free from repeat bullying or harassment. This is why we partner
with No Bullying Schools, one of America’s top research-based models for preventing bullying and creating a positive school culture.
The program uses video lessons and classroom activities to teach three core principles: Respect, Responsibility, and Resiliency. (see
more No Bullying Schools on page 38)
ATTENDANCE POLICY/PROCEDURES
Introduction
The attendance policy of the Maysville Local School District is based on the philosophy that something important happens in every
classroom every day and that the instructional activities and daily interactions between teachers and students can never be exactly
duplicated at another time. If students are to realize their academic potential and learn to accept the responsibilities of everyday life,
regular attendance is essential.
Parent’s Role/Responsibility
The attendance of all children of compulsory school age, ages 6-18, is expected every day that school is in session. The laws of the
State of Ohio place the responsibility for school attendance squarely on the parents. You, as parents, are required to ensure that your
child attends school regularly. Failure to do so may result in juvenile court charges for the parent and the student.
Reporting Absences:
In accordance with the Missing Child Act, a parent/guardian should notify the school by 9:00 a.m. by calling on the day a student is
absent unless previous notification has been given. A telephone call from a parent will be accepted as sufficient notification. If a
parent/guardian fails to notify the school by 9:00 a.m., the student’s absence will be unexcused. By law, the principal or designee is
required
to notify the missing student’s parent/guardian or person responsible for his/her absence from school. The parent or other responsible
person shall be notified by telephone or written notice shall be mailed on the same day that the student is absent. When a student has
been absent and returns to school, the student will present a written excuse signed by the parent/guardian. The excuse will be
classified as either excused or unexcused by the principal or designee. Students who have a prolonged excused absence may obtain
their assignments or possible tutoring by contacting the office.
Students who are considered truant will be held accountable through the attendance policy set in the student handbook.
Ohio House Bill 410-Ohio’s New Truancy Law
Habitual truant refers to a child of compulsory school age who is absent from school without legitimate excuse for the
following number of hours (RC 2151.011):
13● 30 or more consecutive hours or
● 42 or more hours in one school month or
● 72 or more hours in a school year
Suspensions
Maysville Board of Education has passed a policy that allows students to make up missed assignments during a
suspension. It is the student’s responsibility to ask for any missed assignments and he/she must submit assignments
within a specific time frame. Students have the same number of days of suspension to submit completed assignments to
the teacher. For example, if the student is suspended for 2 days, the student has 2 days to submit completed work to the
teacher upon return from suspension.
Beginning July 1, 2017, districts may not suspend, expel, or remove a student solely on the basis of absence without legitimate excuse.
(RC 3313.668)
Community Eligibility Provision Program
Maysville Local School District qualified for the Community Eligibility Provision Program which provides breakfast and
lunch at no cost to students in our district. The Food Service Department will provide monthly menus for your information.
District Calendar
On a previous page you will find the district calendar. Please use this information to plan for vacations, appointments, and
other events. A calendar of events the high school is also included.
Board of Education Meetings
Meetings of the Maysville Board of Education are posted on the website for your information.
Maximum Absences
The maximum number of hours a student may be absent from school is 72 hours, (36 hours for a semester class). These numbers
bring the student in accord with the State’s Truancy Law. Students who exceed the 72 hour limit may have credit “withheld” by the
office. Documented Medical, Legal or Funeral excuses will not be counted within the 72 hour limit for the purpose of withholding
credit. However, please note that ALL absences, “excused” or “unexcused”, count toward the total number of absences reported to
the State and kept in a student’s permanent record.
Attendance Officers
Attendance officers shall file a complaint in juvenile court on the 61st day after implementation of an absence intervention plan if all
of the following apply:
● The student has unexcused absences of 30+ consecutive hours, 42+ hours in one month, or 72+ hours in a school year
● The district has made meaningful attempts to reengage the student through the absence intervention plan or other intervention
strategies and alternatives to adjudication
● The student has refused to participate in or failed to make satisfactory progress on the plan, strategies, or alternatives
If the student has absences as noted above, but the absence intervention team determines that the student has made “substantial
progress” according to the plan, the attendance officer shall not file a complaint in juvenile court.
14If the 61st day after implementation of an absence intervention plan falls during the summer months, the district has the discretion to
allow the absence intervention team or attendance officer to extend the implementation of the plan and delay the filing of the
complaint for an additional 30 days from the first day of school the next year. (RC 3321.16)
Juvenile Courts
Extensive changes were made to juvenile court procedures (RC 2151, 2152), including notifying the school district and the school of
attendance within 10 days if a student is adjudicated an unruly child for habitual truancy (RC 2151.354, 2152.19). This is important to
school districts because districts will be required to notify ODE when a child has violated a court order regarding prior adjudication as
an unruly child for habitual truancy.
Student Travel
Absences for a student who travels out of state for enrichment activities or extracurricular activities may be excused up to 24 hours
maximum for the school year. If the student will be absent for 24 or more consecutive hours for these activities, a classroom teacher
employed by the district shall accompany the student for instructional assistance. (RC 3321.041)
Absence Intervention Teams
Schools may establish their own absence intervention teams. District superintendents shall establish an absence intervention team for
the district to be used by any schools that do not establish their own absence intervention teams. Membership of the absence
intervention team may vary based on the needs of each student but shall include:
● a district or school representative,
● another district or school representative who knows the student, and
● the child’s parent (or guardian, custodian, etc.), and may include
● a school psychologist, counselor, social worker, or public agency representative. (RC 3321.191)
If a student becomes habitually truant within 21 days of the end of the school year, a district may assign one school official to work
with the child’s parent to develop an absence intervention plan during the summer, which shall be implemented no later than 7 days
before the next school year begins. Alternatively, the district may toll the summer time period and reconvene the absence intervention
process on the first day of the next school year. (RC 3321.191)
ODE will develop a format for parental permission regarding absence intervention teams to ensure compliance with FERPA. (RC
3321.191)
Districts with a truancy rate of less than 5 percent are exempt from assigning habitually absent students to absence intervention teams
and may develop their own district strategies; however, if their strategies fail, the attendance officer shall file a complaint within 61
days of implementation. (RC 3321.19)
Absence Intervention Plans
Each plan shall vary based on the needs of the student, but all plans shall notify the student of the attendance officer’s obligation to
file a complaint 61 days after implementation of the plan if the student has refused to participate in or failed to make satisfactory
progress on the plan or other alternative to adjudication. (RC 3321.191)
15As part of the absence intervention plan, the district may contact juvenile court and ask to have the student informally enrolled in an
alternative to adjudication. If a district chooses to do this, the district must develop a policy regarding use of and selection process for
offering alternatives to adjudication. (RC 3321.191)
Districts or schools may consult or partner with public and nonprofit agencies for assistance to students and families to reduce
absences. (RC 3321.191)
Timeline for Absence Intervention Teams
1. Triggering event – Student surpasses the threshold for unexcused absences for habitual truancy. Districts are required to
report to ODE when a student has exceeded this threshold.
2. Within 7 days of the triggering event – The school or district shall select the members of an absence intervention team and
shall make at least three good-faith attempts to secure parent participation on the team. (RC 3321.191) If the parent responds but is
unable to participate, the district shall inform the parent of the right to appear by designee. If the parent fails to respond, the district
shall (1) investigate whether the failure to respond triggers mandatory reporting to children’s services and (2) instruct the absence
intervention team to develop a plan notwithstanding the absence of the parent.
3. Within 10 days of the triggering event – The board of education shall assign a student who is considered a habitual truant
to an absence intervention team. (RC 3321.19)
4. Within 14 days after assigning a student to an absence intervention team – The team shall develop an intervention plan.
(RC 3321.191)
5. Within 7 days after development of the intervention plan – the district shall notify the student’s parents of the plan. (RC
3321.191)
Note: Districts are required to notify ODE when an absence intervention plan has been implemented.
Board Policy
Beginning 2017–2018, board policy shall include notifying parents of absences with or without legitimate excuse of 38+ hours in a
month or 65+ hours in a year, within 7 days of the absence that triggered the notice (RC 3321.191). Districts are required to report this
to ODE as well.
Zero-tolerance policies should no longer include “excessive truancy.”
Excessive truancy is no longer a reason for Big 8 schools to send students to alternative schools. (RC 3313.534)
Reporting to ODE
Beginning 2017–2018, districts shall report the following occurrences to ODE. (RC 3321.191)
● When notification is provided to a parent of student’s absences with or without excuse of 38+ hours in one school month or
65+ hours in a school year
● When a student is designated as a habitual truant
● When a student who has been adjudicated unruly for habitual truancy violates a court order regarding that adjudication
● When an absence intervention plan has been implemented
Maximum Absences
The maximum number of hours a student may be absent from school is seventy-two (72) hours, (36 hours for a semester class). These
numbers bring the student in accordance with the State’s truancy law. Students who exceed the 72-hour limit will have credit
“withheld” by the office. Documented Medical, Legal or Funeral excuses will not be counted within the 72-hour limit for the purpose
16of withholding credit. However, please note that ALL absences, “excused” or “unexcused”, count toward the total number of
absences reported to the State and kept in a student’s permanent record.
Attendance Intervention
To assist both students and parents in regard to attendance related issues the following intervention program has been developed.
1. When the student reaches forty (42) hours of unexcused absence, an Absence Notification Letter will be mailed.
2. When the student reaches sixty-five (65) hours of unexcused absence, an Intervention Hearing may be conducted.
3. Students that exceed the maximum unexcused absences seventy – two (72) hours will also be placed on attendance
probation until the appropriate number of hours are made up. Attendance probation prohibits students from participating in
extra-curricular activities, such as athletics, clubs, dances, etc.
Students who exceed the maximum number unexcused absences seventy-two (72) hours will be given the following opportunities to
be removed from attendance probation.
1. Attend After School, Saturday School, Summer School, or other activities at the Principals discretion.
Students who fail to meet the attendance requirements may have credit for all courses converted to an “I” incomplete.
“Excused Absences”
When a student is absent with parental consent for one of the approved reasons within the framework of the Ohio Revised Code 3321.04
and the State Board of Education Regulation 3301-51-13, the absence is “Excused”. Work missed during the absence may be made up
within specified time limits. Failure to seek this work or failure to complete this work, in a timely manner, may result in an “incomplete”
given for the grading period.
** Please note that ALL ABSENCES, “excused” or “unexcused” count in the total number of absences reported to the State and
kept in a student’s permanent record.
1. Personal Illness
Certification by a physician is needed for extended absences.
2. Illness in Family
Parents/Guardians need to notify the school of this situation
3 Quarantine of the Home
Absence is limited to the term of the quarantine.
4. Death in the Family
Absences are limited to a period of three days within Ohio and five days out of state,
unless a reasonable cause may be shown for a longer absence.
5. Observance or Celebration of a Bona Fide Religious Holiday
This applies to any student observing a religious holiday consistent with their creed or belief.
6. Working at home due to the absence of parents or guardians
Parents/Guardians need to notify the school of this situation.
7. Emergency or unusual set of circumstances
The superintendent of schools will rule if it constitutes a good
and sufficient reason for absence.
Other Excused Absences
1. Medical/Dental Appointments
Such appointments are for the purpose of maintaining good health and will be
considered necessary. However, the school should be informed of such an appointment
at the earliest session preceding the anticipated absence. Parents should, in all cases possible, schedule these appointments on
Saturday or after school hours.
2. Funerals
Days missed for this reason will not result in academic consequences provided that work is made up in a timely manner.
3. Court Dates/Juvenile Detention Center (JDC)
Days missed for this reason will not result in academic consequences provided that work is made up in a timely manner.
4. Vacation
Vacations and extended trips are valuable experiences.
17However, absence(s) for vacations and trips are discouraged during the school year. When trips are unavoidable, the parents must
contact the school at least five (5) days before the absence. Students will be permitted to make up work that is missed
while on a legitimate family vacation. Students need to inform the teachers
of their classes at least five (5) days prior to their leaving on vacation in
order for their teachers to arrange for the assignments due during the
vacation period. One vacation not exceeding 5 days will be excused annually.
5. College/Career Day (Juniors and Seniors only)
Requests will be granted if (1) absence(s) from school will not place the student in academic jeopardy and (2) the purpose of the visit
is judged to be valid and appropriate. Students will not be arbitrarily limited to any maximum number of days away from school.
College/Career Day requests should be presented to a guidance counselor. After clearing the request with an administrator,
the counselor will assist in making necessary arrangements and contacts.
6. Field Trips
Students must have emergency medical forms on file in the office and must use school transportation if provided.
Unexcused Absences
When a student is absent and the excuse does not fall within the framework of the Ohio Revised Code 3321.04 and the State Board of
Education Regulation 3301-51-13, the absence will be unexcused; however, the student will still be responsible for making up the
work. Students who have 10 consecutive unexcused absences or 18 unexcused absences in a school year may have their driver’s
privileges revoked or refused. In addition, students who are chronically truant (7 consecutive unexcused days, 10 unexcused days in 1
month, 15 unexcused days in one school year) may be considered delinquent and receive stiffer penalties.
Counting Full and Partial Absences
1. When a student misses a portion or full day of school, for any reason, he/she will be counted absent.
2. A student’s absence will be calculated on the amount of time they are absent from school.
DAILY H.S. BELL SCHEDULE
1st period 8:02 a.m. 8:49 a.m.
2nd period 8:52 a.m. 9:41 a.m.
3rd period 9:45 a.m. 10:33 a.m.
4th period 10:36 a.m. 11:25 a.m.
5th period A 11:25 a.m. 11:55 a.m. (Lunch)
5th period A 11:28 a.m. 12:17 p.m. (Class)
5th period B 12:17p.m. 12:47 p.m. (Lunch)
5th period B 11:58a.m. 12:47 p.m. (Class)
6th period 12:50 p.m. 1:39 p.m.
7th period 1:42 p.m. 2:35 p.m.
Morning Arrival Procedures
High School (grades 9-12)
18Students may arrive to school beginning at 7:40 a.m., go to their locker and report to HR/1st Period. Students arriving on a Maysville
bus will go to their locker and report to HR/1st Period. 1st period begins at 8:00 a.m.
Early Dismissal Procedures
Students are encouraged to schedule medical, dental and other personal appointments on weekdays after school or on Saturday.
Students are only allowed two unexcused early dismissals per nine weeks. However, if it becomes necessary to request an early
dismissal, the following procedure will be followed:
● Give written request to the attendance monitor immediately upon arrival at school.
● Obtain an Early Dismissal Pass.
● Show the Dismissal Pass to teacher prior to leaving class.
● Sign out at in the office before you leave the building.
Early dismissals resulting in 14 or more class periods missed may require the student to make up the class time to obtain credit.
Tardies and Reverse Tardies (Unexcused Early Dismissals)
Students are expected to be punctual and on time to school. Unacceptable excuses include overslept, missed the bus, needed at home,
car trouble...just to list a few.
Reverse Tardy: Students are allowed two unexcused early dismissals per nine weeks.
Students must submit a medical slip, funeral, etc for this to be excused.
The disciplinary action for unexcused tardies and reverse tardies is as follows:
Tardy to School (Per nine weeks) Reverse Tardy (Per nine weeks)
3rd offense – 1 hour After School Detention 3rd offense – 1 hour After School Det.
4th offense – 2- hour After School Detention 4th offense – 2- hour After School Det.
5th offense – Saturday School and Loss of 5th offense – Saturday School & Loss
cell phone privileges for the of cell phone privileges for the
remainder of the nine weeks. remainder of the nine weeks.
6th offense – Saturday School and parent 6th offense – Saturday School and parent
conference. Conference.
7th offense – one day in Opp. Center (ISS) 7th offense – one day in Opp Center (ISS)
8th offense – one day in Opp. Center and 8th offense - one day in Opp. Center and
loss of driving privileges for loss of driving privileges for
the remainder of the 9 weeks. the remainder of the 9 weeks.
Tardy to Class (Per Nine Weeks)
1st offense – Warning
2nd offense – 1 hour After School Detention
3rd offense – 1 hour After School Detention & Phone Call Home
4th offense – 2 hour After School Detention & Phone Call Home
5th offense - Office Referral
19STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Disciplinary Action
This document may be amended at any time by the Board of Education and the amendments will be placed in a central location in
each building. Unacceptable conduct may result in disciplinary actions, which may include one or more of the following disciplinary
actions. Disciplinary consequences will be assigned according to adopted policy and/or according to the judgment of
teachers/administrators. Efforts will be made to direct students toward more appropriate and productive behavior. Building
administrators may choose from the following options:
1. Advising
Administrator, teacher, school counselor, school resource officer, and/or outside agency counselors meet to discuss situation.
2. Detention
The student is assigned to serve a period of time after school. One-day notice is given to allow the student to make transportation
arrangements. This after school time is to be used for quiet study.
3. Loss of Privilege
A student who repeatedly has minor violations may lose privileges related to that violation. For example, no hall passes, phone usage,
or loss of driving privilege.
4. Emergency Removal
The student is prohibited from returning to school for up to 72 hours during a cool down time or in order for an investigation to occur.
5. Saturday School
Saturday School is held in the HS Study Hall from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. One-day notice is given to allow the student to make
transportation arrangements.
Failure to serve a Saturday School will result in further punishment. (i.e. Opportunity Center or O.S.S.)
6. Opportunity Center
May be implemented in lieu of traditional out-of-school suspension. Students assigned to the Opportunity Center will not be counted
absent and will have the opportunity to make up all required class work. Students will complete a mandatory assignment related to
their disciplinary infraction. Students CAN NOT participate in or attend any extracurricular activities on those days while in the
Opportunity Center. Students assigned to the Opportunity Center in lieu of traditional out-of-school suspension will still be
considered suspended from school.
7. Out-of-School Suspension
The student is prohibited from attending school for a specified number of days. The absence is unexcused; however, students will be
responsible to make up all work. Students CAN NOT participate in or attend any extra-curricular activities on those days when
serving out-of-school suspension. During the O.S.S. period, students are not permitted on any Maysville Local School District
property or at any activity that Maysville is participating in or sponsoring that occurs off school grounds.
8. Juvenile Court Referral
Diversion Weekend, Unruly, Parental educational neglect.
9. Expulsion
Upon recommendation of an administrator, the district Superintendent may choose to expel a student for an extended period of time.
Credit may also be lost. During the expulsion period, students are not permitted on any Maysville Local School District
20property or at any activity that Maysville Local School District is participating in or sponsoring which occurs off school
property.
INFRACTION CODES
Maysville High School identifies examples of unacceptable student conduct. Depending upon the severity of individual incidents, any
of the following behaviors can receive any of the following consequences. This code applies to students on school grounds, school
transportation, and student activities at any time. The following items are not all-inclusive and the Maysville Administration
reserves the right to maintain a proper educational environment and address any conduct which distracts from that purpose.
Students may be subject to discipline for violation of the Student Code of Conduct/Student Discipline Code even if that conduct occurs
on property not owned by the Board of Education, or conduct that, regardless of where it occurs, is directed at a district official or
employee, or the property of such official or employee.
Offense Description
1. Alcohol, Drugs, Possessing, using, or transmitting any substance containing tobacco, vape
Tobacco, and Vaping. pens, alcohol, marijuana, stimulant, depressant, hallucinogen, prescription
or non-prescription drug, controlled substance, look alike or counterfeit
controlled substance; or possessing alcohol/tobacco/drug paraphernalia on
school grounds at any time or any school sponsored activity at any location,
including the bus.
2. Bomb Threats Written or oral expressions threatening to use or that implies the use or
threat of explosive devices, which may cause harm or destroy property.
3. Bullying Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that
involves a real or perceived power imbalance and is repeated over time.
4. Contraband Items that present a safety hazard or have a disruptive effect on school
procedure are prohibited. These items include, but are not limited to, toy
guns, water pistols, water balloons, chains, laser pointers, radios, tape
recorders, video games, curling irons, distracting or dangerous jewelry,
firecrackers, beepers, pagers, smoke bombs, pornography, and any audio
device that is not being used for an educational purpose. Such items will be
confiscated and depending on the circumstances, disciplinary action may be
taken. No food or drink is permitted outside the cafeteria without specific
approval of the administration.
5. Cheating Presenting other’s work as one’s own (includes plagiarism). Disciplinary
action may occur based on the severity and/or repeated offenses.
6. Disrespect To staff and/or other students or community members while at school, on
school grounds, or at any school sponsored activity at any location,
including the bus.
7. Disruptive Behavior Creating a loud noise or any other conduct or display that disturbs or
disrupts any class or the school day.
218. Dress Code Disciplinary action may include detentions, demerits, being sent home to
change, being asked to wear clothing the school has available, or turning
clothing inside out.
9. Failure to Serve Including but not limited to Detentions, Saturday School, Out-of-School
Prescribed Punishment Suspension, and Community Service.
10. False Alarms Unauthorized use of fire/safety equipment, calling 9-1-1 without just cause.
11. Falsified records or Forgery, falsification, knowingly providing false information to any district
false information employee.
12. Gambling A game of chance during which money or goods are exchanged.
13. Harassment (racial, Intimidation by threats of or actual physical violence. Creating a climate of
sexual, or other) hostility through the use of language, conduct, or symbols that can be
understood to convey hatred, contempt, or prejudice. The victim of
harassment should report the incident as soon as possible after its
occurrence to any teacher, administrator, or school counselor.
14. Hazing Performing any act or coercing another, including the victim, to perform
any act of initiation into any class, team, or organization that causes or
creates a substantial risk of causing mental or physical harm. Permission
consent or assumption of risk by an individual subjected to hazing shall not
lessen the prohibitions contained in this policy.
15. Inducing Panic Actions/words or the use of implied actions/words which cause or have
potential to cause students or school officials undo concern about an
emergency situation.
16. Insubordination Refusal to follow a reasonable request of any district employee.
17. Leaving w/out Leaving a class or other assigned area without permission and/or without
Permission following sign out procedures.
18. Misuse of Technology Inappropriate use of the technology will result in suspension of privileges
and/or other action determined by the District.
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19. Motor Vehicle Reckless or unauthorized use of motor vehicle or other driving violation.
Violations
20. Public Display of Items that present a safety hazard or have a disruptive effect on school
Affection procedure are prohibited. These items include, but are not limited to, toy
guns, water pistols, water balloons, chains, laser pointers, radios, tape
recorders, video games, curling irons, distracting or dangerous jewelry,
firecrackers, beepers, pagers, smoke bombs, pornography, and any audio
device that is not being used for an educational purpose. Such items will be
22confiscated and depending on the circumstances, disciplinary action may be
taken. No food or drink is permitted outside the cafeteria without specific
approval of the administration.
21. Repeated Violations Engaging in any public displays of affection other than holding hands while
on school grounds or at school functions.
22. Theft Flagrant/repeated violations of any respect of code of conduct.
23. Threatening or Theft or attempted theft of public or private property while student is under
Endangering Behavior school supervision
24. Trespassing Conduct or language, which threatens, intimidates, or has the effect of
threatening or endangering or harms another student or district employee,
including profanity or obscene language/gesture.
25. Truancy Being on any Maysville Local School District property without permission
and approved purpose.
26. Unacceptable Willing absence of a student from class or school. Disciplinary action will
Behavior/Gross Misconduct be taken.
27. Unauthorized Area Examples: Mooning, spitting, etc. Also includes, but is not limited to,
profane, indecent or obscene language or actions.
28. Unauthorized Fire Being in an unassigned area without permission
29. Unauthorized Hitting Setting or attempting to set a fire.
or Touching
30. Unauthorized Examples: Fight or assault or other unauthorized touching.
Possession or Use
31. Vandalism Using or possessing school property or another person’s personal property
without permission of the owner.
32. Weapons/ Dangerous Damaging any school/or private property. Any student guilty of damaging
ordinance or defacing school property is subject to disciplinary action and the
parents/guardians or such student will be held responsible for payment of
damages.
33. Possession, use, threat, or implied threat to use a weapon or dangerous
ordinance on school property or at a school event. This includes, but is not
limited to, firearms, knife, fireworks, smoke bombs, incendiary devices, or
objects that are indistinguishable from firearms.
23DISCIPLINE PROCEDURE
The Maysville High School Behavior Program is structured and designed to assist educators in managing an organized,
“teacher-in-charge” classroom environment. The teacher has the right to determine what is best for his/her students. Each
classroom has clearly stated rules that give students clear and concise directions on how to behave in the classroom.
This procedure may be used for minor infractions and or less severe violations of the Code of Conduct.
1. Warning
2. Student Conference
The teacher and the student will have a one on one conference discussing the student’s behavior and future consequences if the
particular behavior continues.
3. Parent Conference
Conference with the parent can be done over the phone. It is encouraged to try to set up an appointment for a conference with the
grade level team of teachers.
4. Counseling Referral
Conference with the School Counselor.
5. Lunch Detention
Teachers and/or administrators can assign lunch detentions. A student will serve a detention during his/her lunch period.
6. After School Detention
An individual classroom teacher can assign an after school detention. After school detentions are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 2:40 p.m. – 4:10 p.m. Parents receive written notification of the after school detention, and attendance is required for any student
who is assigned. Failure to attend will result in further disciplinary action. Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
7. Referral to Office
Actions may include further lunch detentions, Saturday School, assignment to the Opportunity Center, OSS, or expulsion.
❖ This is merely a guide, not the required steps in all occasions.
Detention Policy
This procedure may be used for minor infractions and/or less severe violations of the Code of Conduct. This is merely a guide, not the
required steps in all occasions.
A student may receive, but may not be limited to; ½ hour detention, 1-hour detention, 2-hour detention, Saturday School, In/Out of
School Suspension, or Expulsion.
Students missing an assigned detention because of excused absences or school closing are automatically assigned the next detention
day. There will not be a verbal or written notice.
Students who are unexcused to an after-school detention or Saturday school will have the following actions taken:
1. The detention will be doubled and reassigned for the next available date.
2. When a doubled detention exceeds the two-hour limit for after school detention, the student will be assigned a Saturday
School.
3. When an assigned Saturday School is missed without a viable explanation the student will be assigned an Opportunity Center
or Out of School Suspension.
Failure to serve detention-HIGH SCHOOL ONLY
4 = 1 day in the Opportunity Center
5 = 2 days in the Opportunity Center
6 = 1 day Out of School Suspension
7 = 3 days Out of School Suspension
8 = 5 days Out of School Suspension
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