Student Handbook

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are "eligible students."

• Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student's education records maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools may charge a fee for copies.
• Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her view about the contested information.
• Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student's education record. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31):
  • School officials with legitimate educational interest;
  • Other schools to which a student is transferring;
  • Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes;
  • Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student;
  • Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school;
  • Accrediting organizations;
  • To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena; 
  • Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies; and
  • State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State law.

Schools may disclose, without consent, "directory" information such as a student's name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. However, schools must tell parents and eligible students about directory information and allow parents and eligible students a reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose directory information about them. Schools must notify parents and eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA. The actual means of notification (special letter, inclusion in a PTA bulletin, student handbook, or newspaper article) is left to the discretion of each school.

For additional information, you may call 1-800-USA-LEARN (1-800-872-5327) (voice). Individuals who use TDD may use the Federal Relay Service.

Or you may contact us at the following address:

Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-8520

Dear Students and Parents,

On behalf of the faculty and staff of Bothell High School, we extend a welcome to all students as we begin the 2020-2021 school year. Bothell High School offers a place for each student.  There are a variety of opportunities to connect with peers and adult mentors in academic, athletic and extracurricular opportunities such as our variety of clubs.   We strongly encourage students to pursue excellence in their academic studies, actively engage in the extracurricular programs, seek support from teachers to be successful, and treat everyone at Bothell HS with respect and kindness.

This handbook is a guide for students and families at Bothell HS, and includes our policies, procedures, and important information. Please, refer to this guide when questions arise. In some cases, you may also need to consult your teachers’ course expectations and guidelines. Remember to always check the Bothell HS website for the most up-to-date information on events, schedules, and activities and the district’s Student’s Rights and Responsibilities handbook for additional specifics on policies.

While Bothell HS is a large comprehensive high school, we strive to maintain a personalized approach to each student’s progress. The administrative team, faculty, and staff are committed to promoting a quality school environment that celebrates the strengths and diversity of its students and staff.  We look forward to a great year!  Please, do not hesitate to contact us if we may be of assistance to you. We encourage you to visit our website.

We wish you and your student(s) a successful and memorable school year. Thank you for your continued support of Bothell HS. Families are encouraged to review the contents of this handbook with their students and keep it as a reference throughout the school year.

Your administrative team,

Juan Price, Elizabeth Cano, Scott Leick, Richard Brown, Yonni Mills, Sydney Fee

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           FREQUENTLY CALLED  425-408-Extension
Administration

Principal           Juan Price                     x-7005 jprice@nsd.org
Assistant Principals      
   Elizabeth Cano (students A-G)                x-7025 ecano@nsd.org
   Richard Brown (students H – N)             x-7024  rbrown2@nsd.org  
   Scott Leick (students O - Z)                     x-7035 sleick@nsd.org

Activities Coordinator    Sydney Fee      x-7026 sfee@nsd.org
Athletic Director            Yonni Mills        x-7015 ymills@nsd.org

Main Office
Main Office Secretary    x-7003       Attendance       x-7010        ASB Cashier x-7033
Campus Supervisor     x-7061       Office Manager  x-7001        Nurse            x-7006
Bothell Police non-emergency phone         425-486-1254

Counseling Office

Lisa Carson (students A – DEA)                        x 7021     lcason@nsd.org

Lindsey Clark Eckle (students DEB – HOO)     x 7022     lclark@nsd.org

Jim Sanders (students HOP – MC)                   x 7013     jsanders2@nsd.org

Rob Felton  (students ME - R)                            x 7020     rfelton@nsd.org

Danielle Yamada (students S – Z)                     x 7023     dyamada@nsd.org

Heidi Yonago - School Psychologist                  x 7029     hyonago@nsd.org  

B.J. Dawson - Occupational Info Specialist      x 7028      bdawson@nsd.org

Registrar   x-7018 lottinger@nsd.org           Office Manager x-7019 eperson@nsd.org

WEBSITES
Bothell High School –  https://bothell.nsd.org
Staff Directory: staffdir.nsd.org 
usually first initial last name@nsd.org — ex:  M. Jones - mjones@nsd.org
Northshore School District -- https://nsd.org

Mission Statement
Bothell High School is a safe and inclusive community that challenges each student to think critically, apply knowledge, participate positively, and develop skills to contribute locally and globally.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Bothell High School will make every effort to provide accessibility to events, meeting, and programs to individuals with disabilities.  Please contact the main office at 425-408-7003 to request special accommodations.

Nondiscrimination statement

Northshore School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification, in all its employment procedures, training, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged unlawful discrimination: Director of Human Resources (Title IX, ADA, and Civil Rights Compliance), Director of Student Services (Section 504), 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021, (425) 408-6000.

COSTS

Do not let financial hardships keep you from getting involved or enjoying your high school experience. Contact an administrator or counselor to check if you qualify for scholarship assistance or reduced rates.

ASB Sticker - $60 – required for sports, many clubs/activities

Yearbook - $40         

Athletic Participation - $154 – cost adjusted for multiple sports/multiple athletes - contact ASB cashier 408-7033.

These and most other fees can be paid online using schoolsales.nsd.org. There is a $1.95 convenience fee per transaction. Cards accepted are American Express, VISA, MasterCard.

To access school sales, parents need to have a Parent Assist log-in available from Counseling Office Manager 408-7019.

LUNCH PROGRAMS

Northshore is offering free meals for all children ages 18 and younger.  Go to this website https://www.nsd.org/northshore-learns/well-being/meals  for more information on ordering and options.  Free, confidential information and referral help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling, crisis and more, call 211.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Free, confidential information and referral help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling, crisis and more, call 211.

HOTLINES AND PROGRAMS

Northshore School District Anonymous tip line    855-521-2665 or 1414@alert1.us

Center for Human Services                                425-402-4371

   Public services that include family counseling, family centers, substance abuse programs

National Suicide Prevention Hotline                  1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)

Young Suicide Prevention Program                    206-297-5922

    24-hour crisis information and intervention for suicidal youth, friends and family

Northshore Youth and Family Services                425-485-6541

    Mental health and substance abuse services for youth and families

Safe Place       nationalsafeplace.org                1-800-teen (8336)

   Text SAFE and your location to 69866 for the nearest Safe Place site

Lakeside-Milam Recovery Center                         425-822-5095

Visit the District Community Resources website on Northshore’s district website for a more comprehensive list.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Honesty is a compelling principle by which we operate all aspects of student and school life. Students do not cheat, nor should they tolerate those who do. Academic honesty is highly valued at BHS. Forging school documents or attendance notes are serious offenses and will result in disciplinary action.  Because of the serious nature of academic dishonesty, violations are progressive and serious.  See Consequences below.

Cheating is defined as an attempt to earn credit or receive a grade for course work in a manner other than defined as acceptable by the teacher.  Cheating includes plagiarism, collusion, and technology malpractice and includes, but is not limited to, the following:

•  Using cheat sheets
•  Giving out questions that are on a test to other students or looking at someone’s paper during an exam
•  Exchanging tests, reports, notebooks or assignments in any manner
•  Giving answers to other students
•  Using electronic devices to record or share answers in any way

1. Plagiarism - the act of presenting the words, ideas, images, sounds, or the creative expressions of others as your own.  Remember to always give credit to the original author with citing.  A superficial change of wording, structure or conclusion is not sufficient to turn aside the charge of plagiarism.

What causes plagiarism?
▪  poorly taken notes
▪  procrastination - Not allowing yourself enough time to do solid research
▪  cutting and pasting blocks of text from electronic sources without documenting
▪  the attitude: “It seems important. I’ll just copy it and change a few words, so it will sound like I thought of it.”
▪  copying someone else’s work
▪  buying/borrowing/downloading a paper
▪  presentation by two or more students the same assignment, paper, project or any other work for assessment

How to avoid plagiarism:
*  take notes from several different sources, keeping track of which source each piece of information came from
*  understand the material before you begin writing
*  use note-taking techniques: direct quotes, paraphrasing, summarizing
*  learn how to cite your sources correctly and understand internal citations
*  consider the spirit of the assignment – when in doubt, ask the teacher

2. Collusion - supporting the lack of honesty by another student, as in allowing one’s work to be copied or submitted for assessment by another student.  The instructor must previously approve collaboration with another student before turning in work.  Be cautious not to “over help” a friend and keep in mind the spirit of the assignment.

3. Technology Malpractice - misusing or abusing technology including infractions of the school technology user agreement, language translation sites, cell phone messaging or picture transmission.

**BHS utilizes “turnitin.com” to help teach and reinforce correct academic attribution.
All academic dishonesty violations, regardless of subject, shall be accumulated and treated in a progressive manner.

Consequences:
*  First offense will result in a score of 50%. Notification to teachers in lieu of discipline, administrative conference with student and parent/guardian notification.
*  Further offenses will result in progressive discipline.
 

Philosophy:
Regular attendance is the first requirement for success – both here and in the real world.   Students who miss more than 10 days a year are 20% less likely to graduate from high school and 25% less likely to ever enroll in college.

If a student is not present at the start of the school day or class period, they will initially be noted as absent. To mitigate circumstances that prevented live participation during the scheduled school day and honor the possibility of asynchronous learning on the part of a student, reach out the Attendance Secretary and teacher so we can follow up.  Parent/Guardian needs to call or email the Attendance secretary within 48 hours of any absence.  Students, it is your responsibility to keep track of your attendance. You may look on StudentVUE.

Excusing Absences:  Absences shall be excused only for necessary and important reasons. Refer to district R & R for more explanation on valid excuses for absences. In the case of a planned absence the Parent/Guardian should notify the school prior to the absence/tardy with a call, note or email that his/her child will be absent/late. The call, note, or email must address the date/time and reason for the absence.  Attendance letters need to be verified on ParentVue. 

State mandatory attendance law – Becca Bill:  According to RCW 28A.225 schools are required to petition the juvenile court on students who accumulate seven unexcused absences in a calendar month or ten unexcused absences in a school year if the school district’s interventions have not been successful in eliminating unexcused absences.

Be Loud | Be Proud | Be Positive

Bothell Athletics and Activities Core Values:  Integrity, Pride, Excellence, Respect and Sportsmanship. 

Expected behaviors for Bothell athletic contests:

Bothell athletes and students are expected to model appropriate behaviors at home and away athletic contests. All school rules apply during any event occurring outside the school day that involves Bothell students.

Specific to this issue are the following KingCo and WIAA rules:

* Not permitted:  artificial noisemakers such as air horns/megaphones; confetti, streamers, toilet paper, and/or silly string - their use may cause the non-complying school to pay for the additional cost of cleanup; all objects that can be thrown; signs or banners other than official schools banners; masks that cover the entire face.
* Faces cannot be completely painted. Fans should always use two colors of paint rather than one. Eyes must be visible (“raccoon eyes”).
* Vulgar, obscene, degrading chants/cheers or suggestive yells and gestures are not acceptable and can result in your removal from the event, and possibly removal for the entire season. Your ticket does not entitle you to disrespect or degrade others in any way.
* Be respectful and supportive of both teams involved in the contest. Use only positive cheers and praise without antagonizing or demeaning opponents or individuals.
*  Respond positively to and follow directions of the supervising adults.
* Remain off the playing field/surface/floor before, during (including halftime), and after the contest.
* At football events students must remain in their section and not intermingle with the opposing fans or pass in front of the other school’s stands.

NSD Rules - All Student R&Rs are followed for any school-related activities.

*  The dress code for the regular school day applies
*  Weapons (fake or real), or anything that would endanger anyone’s safety, are not allowed. (NSD Student’s R&R Weapons Violation)
*  Use or possession of controlled substances, alcohol, tobacco and vape products is strictly prohibited. A violation will result in removal from the game, potentially for the entire season, and other school-sanctioned disciplinary actions. (NSD Student’s R&R Exceptional Misconduct Rules)
* Discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying & cyber bullying will not be tolerated; fans must strive for positive inclusion, not social exclusion (NSD Student’s R&R HIB Rules)

Unsportsmanlike behavior will result in the following consequences:
*  First offense - a verbal warning, and potential removal from the event.
*  Second offense - removal from the event, and suspension from events for one week, (or two home games, whichever is the greater consequence).
Previous season violations will accumulate for no more than two consecutive seasons for the academic school year and will not be carried over to the next school year.
*  Third offense - removal from all athletic events for the season.
Note: Severity of any one offense may result in removal from events for the season.

Standards for interscholastic athletic eligibility:

**WIAA:
*  A student shall have passed six of seven full-time classes or the equivalent in the previous semester and continue to pass six classes at each grade check.
*  Seniors who are on track to graduate taking five classes must be passing five.  Students taking only six must be passing all six.

**NORTHSHORE eligibility requires a 2.0 GPA in the previous semester to be eligible for athletic participation.  Full details at District website.
Students who fail to meet academic eligibility will be placed on academic probation typically for five weeks.  At the end of the probation period if the student is passing at least six (6), he/she may then be reinstated for interscholastic competition. Proof of passing is a printed current online student progress report provided to the Athletic Director.

**BOTHELL HIGH SCHOOL:
Registration for athletics is done online via Final Forms. Approved registration is required prior to participation. Physicals are valid for two years and must be valid thru the entire sport season.

1. To ensure timely completion of on-line registration each season refer to BHS Athletics website for registration opening/closing dates.
2. All students participating in BHS athletics are required to pay for ASB and the participation fee.
3. During the season of participation, the athlete cannot have an early dismissal in their schedule.
4. Athletes must be in daily attendance daily for three hours** to participate in practice/competition. **Exceptions: school-related absences or absence with prior clearance through Athletic Director. Early release days athletes must attend three classes.

Sports by season – DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE:    * indicates non-cut sport

Season 2 - Dec 28 – February 28
Basketball - Boys and Girls            Gymnastics
Wrestling - Boys and Girls*            Boys Swim*/Dive
Season 3 - March 1 – May 2**
Football** – Football to start on Feb 17 and go through May 9
Cross Country*                                Boys Golf
Slowpitch Softball                            Girls Soccer
Girls Swim*/Dive                              Boys Tennis*
Volleyball                                          Cheerleading
Rowing*                                             Cheer
Boys Waterpolo  - through IHS
Season 4 - April 26 – June 27
Badminton*                                       Baseball
Girls Golf                                           Boys Lacrosse*
Boys Soccer                                     Fastpitch Softball
Girls Tennis*                                     Track and Field*
Rowing*                                            

Insurance program:
ALL students participating in sports need to have insurance. School insurance is available for athletes without private insurance. Live links:    Student Insurance information            Student Insurance Info - Spanish

    

ASB EXECUTIVE BOARD 2020-2021

            President                                 Brooklyn Harrel         

            Vice President                         Dylan Locknane         

            Secretary                                 Anika Chambers

            Treasurer                                 Mercer Nafe

            Club/Activities                         Hana Baillargeon/Kasia Jackson

           Spirit Commissioners             Maguire Thomson/Katie Kaleta

                     ALMA MATER                                                            BHS FIGHT SONG
        Bothell High’s our Alma Mater-                      On to Bothell, on to Bothell, on to victory-
        We will guard thee on and on.                        With the colors flying high
        Let us gather round and cheer it,                   We’re going to win this game.
        Shout its glories, sing its songs.                    Rah! Rah! Rah!

        Shout the praises of our Cougars,                 On to Bothell, on to Bothell, on to victory-
        Shout their glories to the sky;                         So fight, Cougars,
        On to victory urge our Cougars                      Fight, fight, fight
        For our dear old Bothell High!                        We’ll win this game!

 

Mascot: Cougars                          School colors: Royal Blue and White

Fridays are “Bothell Blue” days — Wear your Blue and White

Fines and Fees

Fines or damage charges may be levied for the cost of lost, damaged, or defaced district property, including replacement, shipping, and processing costs. In the event the student does not make proper restitution (or discharge through voluntary work obligation) the following may occur:

1. Grades, dance tickets, graduation tickets, official transcripts, or diplomas may be withheld.

2. The student may be held out of participation in extra-curricular activities including athletics, dances and excursions.

3. The student may have withheld prepaid goods purchased including, but not limited to yearbooks, parking permits, and optional graduation supplies.

Seniors must pay all fines and fees by the day prior to commencement exercises or the student may be held out of commencement ceremonies.

School district Policy 3520 and state law require that due process be afforded each student upon imposition of a fine.

GET INVOLVED

Contact S. Fee, Activities Director, if you are interested in starting a club / activity not listed here.

 NAME                                      ADVISOR

Amnesty International             Mr. Holmes
Students interested in social justice, educating about and eliminating abuses of human rights worldwide.

ASB/Activities                            Ms. Fee
ASB provides student activities and is the voice of BHS students to staff, the district and community.  Students feel connected to school and each other through involvement in ASB organized activities such as dances, spirit week, community awareness projects, cultural events and staff recognition throughout the year.

Asian Student Union                Ms. Seo
Students interested in exploring issues that the Asian community faces as well as uniting different cultures and experiences across campus.

Black Student Union                Ms. Davis
Students interested in exploring issues that the black community faces as well as uniting different cultures and experiences across campus.

Book Club                                Mr. Baillargeon, Ms. Urrutia
A place for readers to come together and talk about books and their reading experiences.  Reading a variety of genres and reading levels – low pressure environment.  All readers welcome.

Catamount                                 Mr. CrouchThe Catamount is Bothell’s student newspaper – “The voice of the students”.  The paper is entirely created, written, photographed, drawn, edited and designed by students.  Student editors have the right to decide what to publish.

Cheer                                      Mr. Gault/Ms. Dietz
Application/tryout process. Team supports many sports events. Competitive cheer squad competes in spring.

Chess Club                              TBD
Recreational play for all levels.

Choir                                       Ms. Iverson
Choir is open to ALL students with an interest in singing and being part of the BHS choir community!  Some auditions required for upper level choirs. Throughout the year choirs perform at concerts, contests, assemblies and more. Travel occurs yearly for festivals, retreats, caroling and spring tour.

Climate and Culture                 Ms. Wands
A group committed to make BHS a welcoming place for all that walk our hallways.
We are one.  We are Bothell!

Conventional Cosplay             TBD
This club meets to share ideas for Cosplay and fandom projects, and to share information on TV shows, movies, books, conventions, etc.

DECA                                       Ms. Brust
Distributive Education Club of America (DECA) prepares emerging leaders for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, management and entrepreneurship.  Select one of these five subjects and get the chance to compete at the area, state and international level.  This is an opportunity to travel (Bellevue & Anaheim for 20-21 school year), improve your people skills, build your resume, give back to the community/chapter, and have fun. 

Drama/Thespians                      Ms. Glass
Students involved in one-act plays, theater design and Improv - cast during early September culminating night seven weeks later.  Drama offers a winter play and spring musical.  In addition, there are trips to state festivals.

Dungeons and Dragons           Mr. Erickson
A club giving students a chance to play, learn or talk about Dungeons and Dragons or games of similar nature.  All levels welcome.

Earth Club                               Ms. Swayne
Spreading environmental awareness, creating change and deepening understanding of our place in the world.  Members have opportunities to discuss real-world issues regarding environment and be endowed with valuable leadership experience and ability to take initiative in our community.  We have plants!

FBLA                                        Ms. Kinder
Future Business Leaders of America.  A business club that offers a chance to compete in business subjects at the regional, state, and/or national level. FBLA-PBL inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders through relevant career preparation, leadership experiences, and community service. If you are planning on going to college or into a business career this is a club for you!

GSA                                         Mr. Asmann
GSA provides a safety net for students.  Youth break through the isolation to find support from peers and staff.  GSA club unites LGBTQ students, straight allies, and members of school community who are committed to making school safe and accepting for LGBTQ students.

Honor Society                         Ms. Misener
Honor society is a club for students who excel academically and in areas of leadership and service. Interested students apply in February.  Students are selected by the faculty council.  They must have a 3.5 GPA and show evidence of good character, service, and leadership.  Members are required minimum 40 hours per year of community service.

Ignite                                       Mr. Messner
The purpose of Ignite is to Fellowship with other Christians at BHS; Encourage each other in our faith; Ignite a passion for the Lord and spread good news at BHS.

Instrumental Music/Orchestra Mr. Dean/Mr. McNamara
Jazz band, Marching band and Orchestra are all open to students who have experience and skills in instrumental music.  Some auditions required.  Throughout the year there are formal concerts, performances at football/basketball games, and graduation as well as at festivals and contests.

Key Club                                  Mr. Gault
A service organization whose objective is the development of initiative, leadership ability, and good citizenship practices through volunteering in the community.

Latinx Club                              TBD
Club dedicated to increasing the academic potential of BHS’s Latino student body, as well as providing a safe space to socialize and discuss cultural topics.

Link Crew                                Ms. Fee
Junior and senior students apply for a leadership training program to mentor incoming Cougars. Spring application for following school year.

Magic Gathering Club              Ms. O’Boyle
This club is an opportunity for fans of this ‘card’ game to come together and play with fellow enthusiasts.  Any and all are welcome!

Math Club                                Mr. Kimbrough
Do fun and interesting math with other students.

Model UN                                 Mr. Holmes
For students interested in researching and debating current international issues.  Learn how to write position papers and policy resolutions, use formal rules of procedure, caucusing and interviewing skills. Students must have a recommendation from their social studies teacher and from a teacher of one other academic class to participate.

National History Day               TBD
An international academic program. You’re given a theme, gather info from a variety of sources, make a website, exhibit, performance or scholarly paper to share. Competition at the Puget Sound Regional History day.

Science Olympiad                   Ms. Guard
Test your science knowledge and/or engineering abilities against other teams throughout Washington.

Speech/Debate Club                TBD
Learn to speak with confidence and style in a club centered around regular after school practices and competitive tournaments against students from across the state/nation.

World Language Clubs (by language)
Five separate organizations are for students or former students of French, Japanese, German, ASL and Spanish.  Various activities are sponsored.  Sign up in language class. ASL: Ms. Swayne; French: Mr. Tapp; German: Mr. Fisher; Japanese: Ms. Misener; Spanish cooking: Mr. Zahajko.

Yearbook                                  Ms. Conklin
“The Claw” is responsible for creating the annual yearbook for Bothell.  As many students as possible are included through the support of the student body.

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Students are expected to respect the rights and property of others and to be courteous and cooperative with staff and other students. Campus rules and regulations are in effect during the school day and during all school sponsored events. Any student who willfully performs or fails to perform any act which materially interferes with or is detrimental to the orderly operation of a school, a school-sponsored activity, or any other aspect of the educational process of the school district will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including detention, suspension, expulsion, and/or police referral.

At any time, students may be advised or reprimanded by a staff member regarding inappropriate behavior and are expected to comply with all reasonable requests. When asked to leave class for inappropriate behavior teachers may remove the student from the zoom session.  Notification to appropriate administrator and parent may follow.

This section describes the most common and most serious problem areas. The following acts or omissions by a student on school premises or off school premises at any school-sponsored activity including travel to and from school shall constitute sufficient cause for discipline, suspension, or expulsion.

Copies of the District Rights and Responsibilities Handbook are available on the district website. Refer to that R & R document for more details including discipline related to these and other topics:

Alcohol, Marijuana, Illicit Drugs
Computers and Network Use; Phones and Electronic Devices
Fighting – Assaults
Gambling
Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying
Hazing
Public Displays of Affection, Profanity and Lewd Behavior
Searches
Theft
Threats
Vapes/Substance Delivery Devices, Tobacco/Smoking
Vandalism, Arson, Reckless Burning
Weapons

CAMPUS BOUNDARIES
All campus locations are closed at this time. Watch for more information being issued by the District as these restrictions are loosened. Persons found violating this directive could be subject to arrest by Bothell Police and may be charged with trespassing and/or burglary.

CAMPUS SECURITY
Areas of the BHS campus are under video surveillance.  Images may be collected that allow an individual to be identified.  The use of video surveillance is for the purposes of student and staff safety, controlling theft, and facilitating the identification of individuals who behave in a disruptive manner, cause damage to campus property or are otherwise in violation of the school’s Rules of Conduct.

DRESS CODE 
While a virtual learning environment allows for more individual decisions about attire, students are expected to dress in a manner that is not disruptive or offensive to the educational process.  The following are unacceptable:
·      Any combination of clothing reasonably determined to be gang-related, or clothing which law enforcement agencies consider gang-related is prohibited.
·      Clothing, accessories, and jewelry shall be free of writing, pictures, symbols, or any other insignia that are crude, vulgar, profane, obscene, libelous, slanderous, disruptive, offensive, or sexually suggestive.
·      Clothing accessories, or jewelry that degrade any cultural, religious or ethnic values, that advocate racial, ethnic, or religious prejudice or discrimination, or that promotes sex, gang activity, the use of tobacco, drugs, or alcohol or any unlawful acts are prohibited.
·      Tattoos on any part of the body must be covered if they are gang-related or violate any of the provisions of this dress code.
·      Excessive bareness, cleavage should be avoided.
Consequences: May result in removal from virtual session and/or other disciplinary action

DUTY TO REPORT
Students who witness or have knowledge of school violations or violations of local laws have the duty to report to an administrator. This includes, but is not limited to information about theft, harassment, assault, bullying, threats, self-harm, drug and/or alcohol use, etc. We will respect confidentiality to the best of our ability. Students may also anonymously report information to Safe Schools Tip Line at 855-521-2665 or message 1414@alert1.us. 

HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, BULLYING (HIB)
Harassment, intimidation, and bullying or cyberbullying means any message or image – including electronically transmitted -- verbal, or physical act that inflicts injury, violence, intimidation, humiliation, or a reasonable fear of the same whether intentional or not. Acts that harm school community, property, interfere with student’s education, creates intimidating or threatening environment or disrupts the orderly operation of the school are included.

When an incident of HIB is reported to a school staff member, an administrator will follow up on the report to verify that the behavior has occurred. Administrators will consider the surrounding circumstances, the nature of the behavior, the relationships between the parties involved and the context in which the alleged incidents occurred in their determination of the facts and disciplinary actions. The Bothell administration will involve the Bothell Police in its investigations of illegal activity. 

IDENTIFICATION/INSUBORDINATION
For security purposes students shall carry an ID card while attending school district activities. Students are expected to give their name/show photo ID to any staff member who requests it. Students who obstruct, interfere or fail to submit to supervisory and disciplinary authority of staff or other adults may be subject to discipline.

 LYING
Intentionally falsifying information, refusing to identify one self, or deliberately withholding information may result in disciplinary action.

 

TOBACCO / SMOKING

Students are not allowed to use and/or possess, distribute, transfer or sell tobacco and/or related products or any vaping products on school district property, at school-sponsored activities, school athletic events, or areas adjacent to BHS.  Tobacco and/or related products will be confiscated and discarded and students will receive discipline.  Under-age violation may result in a civil citation and fine. Vaporizers, hookah, e-cigarettes, substance-carrying devices, and liquids or oils for use with these devices, are considered paraphernalia. 

 

VAPES/SUBSTANCE DELIVERY DEVICES

Vaping and substance carrying devices may be considered drug paraphernalia.  Students are not allowed to use and/or possess, distribute, transfer or be under the influence of controlled substances at any time on school district property, at school-sponsored activities, school athletic events, or areas adjacent to BHS. Any student in violation of this shall have discipline assigned as follows:

1st violation: Register for the Vape Educate online program.  Details will be provided to student at time of discipline. 

2nd violation:  One-day suspension and registration/attendance at four hour ATOD class – parents must attend.

3rd/future violations: Ten-day suspension, reduced to five by following the drug/alcohol protocol.

In every case all products/devices will be confiscated; parent/guardian notified.

ALCOHOL, MARIJUANA, ILLICIT DRUGS
Possession, use, purchase, sale, agreement or intent to sell or intent to purchase (whether completed or not), transport, distribution, and/or delivery, of alcohol, marijuana, any food or beverage containing alcohol, marijuana, controlled substances, (e.g., narcotics or inhalants) prescription drugs, or other chemical substances, in a manner inconsistent with its intended use, the prescribing order or look-a-likes including but not limited to drug paraphernalia or substance carrying devices is prohibited. Being under the influence, use, possession, distribution, purchase, sale, trade, or consumption at any time on Northshore School District property is prohibited. This rule is applicable to the school day and during any school-related functions or activities whether during the school day or not. Violators will be suspended or expelled and police may be contacted. The district will randomly conduct canine searches with the assistance of the Bothell Police Department. A violation will result in disciplinary action. Discipline will involve short (less than 10 days) or long (greater than 10 days) suspensions. 

TOBACCO / SMOKING
Students are not allowed to use and/or possess, distribute, transfer or sell tobacco and/or related products or any vaping products on school district property, at school-sponsored activities, school athletic events, or areas adjacent to BHS.  Tobacco and/or related products will be confiscated and discarded and students will receive discipline.  Under-age violation may result in a civil citation and fine. Vaporizers, hookah, e-cigarettes, substance-carrying devices, and liquids or oils for use with these devices, are considered paraphernalia. 

VAPES/SUBSTANCE DELIVERY DEVICES
Vaping and substance carrying devices may be considered drug paraphernalia.  Students are not allowed to use and/or possess, distribute, transfer or be under the influence of controlled substances at any time on school district property, at school-sponsored activities, school athletic events, or areas adjacent to BHS. Any student in violation of this shall have discipline assigned as follows:

1st violation: Register for the Vape Educate online program.  Details will be provided to student at time of discipline. 
2nd violation:  One-day suspension and registration/attendance at four hour ATOD class – parents must attend.
3rd/future violations: Ten-day suspension, reduced to five by following the drug/alcohol protocol.

In every case all products/devices will be confiscated; parent/guardian notified.

For your child’s safety it is very important to keep your home, cell, work, and emergency contact telephone numbers current IN SYNERGY. If you change jobs or cell phone numbers, please provide your new number(s) immediately. This will assist us getting in touch with you when it is an emergency.

Please keep the nurse informed of any health concerns or changes in your child's health, including new or resolved medical or mental health diagnosis, medication changes and immunization updates.

Children learn best when they are healthy. If you think your child is getting sick, please keep them home. This helps keep other children from getting sick and gives your child the rest he/she needs to get well quickly.  

When Should I Keep my Child Home?
Note these guidelines are general reminders of when to keep a student home. In times of pandemic disease response in the community at large (such as COVID 19), additional recommendations may be requested by local/state health authorities for keeping an ill student home or for a student’s return to school after being absent for a specific illness.
•  A temperature, taken orally, that is 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, is considered a fever. Children should be fever-free, without fever reducing medication, for at least 24 hours before sending them to school.
•  Anytime a child vomits or has diarrhea, they needs to be isolated from other children for 24 hours. If your child vomits or has diarrhea in the night, keep them home from school the following day.
•  Any rash of unknown cause should be considered contagious. Please have your child examined by a healthcare provider to determine the cause and communicability of the rash before sending them to school. The child may not return to school unless there is a letter from the medical professional stating that the rash is not communicable in nature, or unless the rash is no longer present.
•  24 hours after administration of the first dose of an antibiotic or as directed by the health care provider.

Children with Life Threatening Conditions
In order to provide a safe learning environment, the state of Washington passed a law that requires students with life threatening conditions to have medical orders and a nursing care plan in place BEFORE the first day of school attendance. (Chapter 101, Laws of 2002, amending Chapter 28A.210 RCW)

The law defines life-threatening condition as “a health condition that will put the child in danger of death during the school day if a medication or treatment order and a nursing plan are not in place.” Children with life-threatening conditions such as diabetes, severe bee sting or food allergies, severe asthma, severe seizures, etc., are required to have a medication or treatment order in place before they start school.

“Medication or treatment order” means the authority a registered nurse obtains under RCW 18.79.260(2).  This is covered when the child’s licensed health care provider completes the Authorization for Medication form or treatment order for medical services to be performed at the school. If a medication or treatment order is not provided, the principal of the school is required to exclude the child until such an order is provided.  This requirement applies to students with life-threatening conditions who are new to the district, and students who are already attending the school.

If your child has a life-threatening health condition requiring medical services at school, or if you have questions about a medical condition, please notify the school nurse right away.  Students with a life-threatening condition qualify for a 504 Accommodation/Emergency Care Plan. Please set up a meeting with the school nurse in order to have all necessary forms and medications in place prior to starting school.

Health Screening
Health screening for hearing and vision is done each Fall in grades K-3, 5th and 7th. Other students may be screened for hearing or vision upon referral by the teacher or parent. The vision screening does not identify all vision problems and is not intended as a substitute for periodic eye examinations by a healthcare provider. A referral letter will be sent home when a student’s hearing and/or vision screening results do not meet the expectations for their age.

Immunization
For the protection of your child, the Washington State immunization law states that every child attending public or private school must show proof of compliance with the law before the student’s first day of attendance. Northshore School District requires healthcare provider verification of student immunizations. Any student not meeting this requirement will be excluded. Bothell Health Point (425-486-0658) accepts medical coupons and has a sliding fee scale. If you need assistance in acquiring these immunizations, please contact the school nurse 425-408-7006.

 

Discipline

Discipline may be assigned for any reason including but NOT limited to forgery, misrepresentation, disruptive behavior, disrespect, tobacco, vape use, and/or dress code violations.  Severity of discipline could range from parent contact to school suspension.  District R & R may provide more specifics.

Short term suspensions: less than 10 days
Long term suspensions: greater than 10 days
All discipline is progressive, ie: failure to complete assigned discipline will result in the discipline being doubled.

Suspension

“Suspension” shall mean a denial of attendance (other than for the balance of the immediate class, subject or activity period for “discipline” purposes) for any single subject or class, or for any full schedule of subjects or classes for a stated period of time. A suspension will also include a denial of admission to or entry upon real and personal property that is owned, leased, rented or controlled by the District, and a denial of admission to any District-sponsored activities or events on or off campus.
Make-up Work: Any student subject to a suspension/expulsion shall be provided the opportunity to receive educational services during that time. They will also have the opportunity upon his or her return to make up assignments and tests missed by reason of the suspension if: (l) such assignments or tests have a substantial effect upon the student’s semester/trimester grade or grades, or (2) failure to complete such assignments or tests would preclude the student from receiving credit for the course or courses.

Short Term

Short-Term Suspension – “Short-term suspension” shall mean a suspension for any portion of a calendar day up to and not exceeding ten (10) consecutive school days. A short-term suspension may be imposed upon a student for violation of the code of conduct, subject to the following limitations or conditions:
a. The nature and circumstances of the violation must reasonably warrant a short-term suspension and the length of the suspension imposed.
b. Unless the behavior is Exceptional Misconduct, no student shall be suspended unless another form of corrective action reasonably calculated to modify his or her conduct has previously been imposed upon a student as a consequence for misconduct of the same nature.
c. No student in grades kindergarten through grade four shall be subject to short-term suspensions for more than a total of ten (10) school days during any single semester/trimester, and no loss of academic grades or credit shall be imposed by reason of the suspension of such a pupil.
d. No student in grade five and above shall be subject to short-term suspension for more than a total of fifteen days (15) in any single semester. 
e. All short-term suspensions and the reasons thereof shall be reported in writing to the Superintendent's designee within 24 hours after the imposition of the suspension.
f. Prior to the short-term suspension of any student, a conference shall be conducted with the student. In connection with this conference, the student must be provided with notice of the alleged misconduct and the school rule violated, an explanation of the evidence in support of the allegations, and an explanation of the corrective action which may be imposed. The student shall then be provided the opportunity to present his/her explanation.
g. If a short-term suspension is to exceed one calendar day, the parent(s) shall be notified of the reason for the suspension orally and/or by letter sent via U.S. mail as soon as reasonably possible. The notice shall also inform the parent of the right to an informal conference (See “Grievance Procedure,” below) and that the suspension may be reduced as a result of this conference.

Long Term

Long-Term Suspension – “Long-term suspension” shall mean a suspension that exceeds ten (10) school days.
A long-term suspension may be imposed upon a student for violation of the code of conduct, subject to the following limitations or conditions:
a. The nature and circumstances of the violation must reasonably warrant a long-term suspension and the length of the suspension imposed.
b. A long-term suspension cannot be imposed beyond the school year in which the alleged misbehavior occurs. A long-term suspension may last no longer than the length of an academic term. However, building administrators may petition the superintendent’s designee to exceed this limitation if a student’s return to school would pose a risk to public health or safety. Such petitions will comply with WAC 392-400-410.
c. No student in grades kindergarten through four shall be subject to long-term suspension.
d. No single long-term suspension shall be imposed upon a student in the grade five and above program in a manner that causes the student to lose academic grades or credit in excess of one trimester/semester.
e. All long-term suspensions and the reasons therefore shall be reported in writing to the Superintendent's designee within 24 hours after the imposition of the suspension.
f. Unless the behavior is Exceptional Misconduct (see pages 17-21), no student shall be long-term suspended unless another form of corrective action reasonably calculated to modify his or her conduct has previously been imposed upon a student as a consequence for misconduct of the same nature.

Expulsion

“Expulsion” shall mean a denial of attendance for any period of time up to, but no longer than, the length of an academic term. An expulsion also includes a denial of admission to or entry upon real and personal property that is owned, leased, rented, or controlled by the school district. A student may be expelled for violation of the code of conduct, subject to the following limitations or conditions:
a. The nature and circumstances of the violation must reasonably warrant the harshness of expulsion.
b. The expulsion must not exceed the length of an academic term. However, building administrators may petition the superintendent’s designee to exceed this limitation on an expulsion if a student’s return to
school would pose a risk to public health or safety. Such petitions will comply with WAC 392-400-410.
c. No student shall be expelled unless other forms of corrective action reasonably calculated to modify his or her conduct have failed or unless there is good reason to believe that other forms of corrective action would fail if employed.
d. Once a student has been expelled in compliance with this chapter, the expulsion shall be brought to the attention of appropriate local and state authorities including, but not limited to, juvenile authorities.
e. All expulsions and the reasons therefore shall be reported in writing to the superintendent's designee within 24 hours after the imposition of the expulsion.

Grievance Procedure

a. Any student, parent, or guardian who is aggrieved by the imposition of discipline or a short-term suspension shall have the right to an informal conference with the building principal or his or her designee for the purpose of resolving the grievance. The employee whose action is being grieved shall be notified of the initiation of a grievance as soon as reasonably possible. During such conference, the student, parent, or guardian shall be subject to questioning by the building principal or his or her designee and shall be entitled to question school personnel involved in the matter being grieved.
b. Subsequent to the building level grievance meeting, the student, parent or guardian, upon two (2) school business days’ prior notice, shall have the right to present a written and/or oral grievance to the superintendent or the superintendent’s designee.
c. If the grievance is not resolved, the student, parent or guardian, upon two (2) school business days’ prior notice, shall have the right to present a written or oral grievance to the Board of Directors for consideration at the next regular Board meeting. The Board shall notify the student, parent or guardian of its response to the grievance within ten (10) school business days after the date of the meeting.
d. The discipline or short-term suspension shall continue, notwithstanding the implementation of the grievance procedure, unless the principal or his or her designee elects to postpone such action.

Appeal Procedure

APPEAL PROCEDURE FOR LONG-TERM SUSPENSION, EXPULSION, AND EMERGENCY
EXPULSION
a. Notice of Hearing/Waiver of Hearing for Long-Term Suspension and Expulsion
1) Prior to the long-term suspension or expulsion of a student, written notice of an opportunity for a hearing shall be delivered in person or by certified mail to the student and to his or her parent(s).
The notice shall:
2) Be provided in the predominant language of a student and/or parent(s) who predominantly speak a language other than English, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
3) Specify the alleged misconduct and the school district rule(s) alleged to have been violated,
4) Set forth the corrective action proposed,
5) Set forth the right of the student and his or her parent(s) to a hearing for the purpose of contesting the allegations(s), and
6) Set forth the facts that:
a) A written or oral request for hearing must be received by the school district designated employee, or by his or her office, on or before the expiration of three (3) school business days after receipt of the notice of opportunity for a hearing, and
b) If such a request is not received within the prescribed period of time, then the right to a hearing may be deemed to have been waived and the proposed long-term suspension or expulsion may be imposed by the school district without any further opportunity for the student or his or her parent(s) to contest the matter. A schedule of “school business days” potentially applicable to the exercise of such hearing right should be included with the notice.
7) The student and/or his or her parent(s) shall reply to the notice of opportunity for a hearing within three (3) school business days after the date of receipt of notice. A request for a hearing shall be provided to the school district employee specified in the notice of opportunity for a hearing, or to his or her office. A request for a hearing shall be accepted in writing or orally.
8) If a request for a hearing is not received within the required three (3) school business days, the school district may deem the student and his or her parent(s) to have waived the right to a hearing and the proposed long-term suspension or expulsion may be imposed.

Hearing Process

Notice of Hearing/Waiver of Hearing for Emergency Expulsion
1) The student and his or her parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be notified of the emergency expulsion of the student and of their opportunity for a hearing either by hand delivering written notice to the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s) within twenty-four (24) hours of the emergency expulsion and documenting delivery by obtaining his or her signature acknowledging receipt or by written certification of the person making the delivery; or by certified letter(s) deposited in the U.S. mail within twenty four (24) hours of the emergency expulsion. If the notice is by certified letter, reasonable attempts shall be made to notify the student and his or her parent(s) or guardian(s) by telephone or in person as soon as possible. Such written and oral notice shall:
  a) Be provided in the predominant language of a student and/or parent(s) or guardian(s) who predominantly speak a language other than English, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
  b) Specify the alleged reason(s) for the emergency expulsion,
  c) Set forth the dates the emergency expulsion will begin and will end,
  d) Set forth the right of the student and/or his or her parent(s) or guardian(s) to a hearing for the purpose of contesting the allegation(s) as soon as reasonably possible, and
  e) Set forth the facts that:
• a written or oral request for a hearing must be received by the school district employee designated, or by his or her office, on or before the expiration of the third school business day after receipt of the notice of opportunity for a hearing, and
• if such a request is not received within the prescribed period of time, then the right to a hearing may be deemed to have been waived and the emergency expulsion may be continued as deemed necessary for up to ten (10) school days from the date of the student’s emergency removal from school without any further opportunity for the student or his/her parent(s) or guardian(s) to contest the matter. A schedule of school business days potentially applicable to the exercise of such hearing right should be included with the notice.
2) The student and/or his or her parent(s) or guardian(s) shall reply to the notice of opportunity for a hearing and request a hearing within three (3) school business days after the date of receipt of the notice. A request for a hearing shall be provided to the school district employee specified in the
notice of opportunity for a hearing, or to his or her office. A request for a hearing shall be accepted in writing or orally.
3) If a request for a hearing is not received within the required three (3) school business day period, the school district may deem the student and his or her parent(s) or guardian(s) to have waived the right to a hearing and the emergency expulsion may be continued as deemed necessary for a period of up to ten (10) school days from the date of the emergency removal from school.

c. Pre-hearing and Hearing Process for Long-Term Suspension, Expulsion and Emergency Expulsion
1) If a request for a hearing is received within the required three (3) school business days, the school district shall schedule a hearing to commence within three (3) school business days after the date upon which the request for a hearing was received (or two (2) school business days in the case of an emergency expulsion).
2) The student and his or her parent(s) shall have the right to:
a) Inspect in advance of the hearing any documentary and other physical evidence which the school district intends to introduce at the hearing,
b) Be represented by legal counsel,
c) Question and confront witnesses, unless a school district witness does not appear and the witness is excused by the person hearing the case based upon evidence of good reason for doing so submitted by the school district.
d) Present his or her explanation of the alleged misconduct, and
e) Make such relevant showings by way of witnesses and the introduction of documentary and other physical evidence as he or she desires.
3) The designee(s) of the school district assigned to present the district’s case shall have the right to inspect in advance of the hearing any documentary or other physical evidence which the student and his or her parent(s) intend to introduce at the hearing.
4) The person(s) hearing the case shall not be a witness and the final decision regarding the imposition of corrective action shall be determined solely on the basis of the evidence presented at the hearing.
5) Either a tape or audio recording or verbatim record of the hearing shall be made.
6) In the case of a long-term suspension or expulsion, a written decision setting forth the findings of fact, conclusions, and the nature and duration of the expulsion, long-term suspension, or lesser form of corrective action to be imposed, if any, shall be provided to student’s legal counsel, or if none, to the student and his or her parent(s).
7) In the case of an emergency expulsion, within one (1) school business day after the date upon which the hearing concludes, a decision as to whether or not the emergency expulsion shall continue shall be rendered, and the student and his or her parent(s) or guardian(s), and legal counsel, if any, shall be notified thereof by depositing a certified letter in the U.S. mail. The decision shall set forth the findings of fact, the conclusions (including a conclusion as to whether the immediate and continuing danger to students or staff or the immediate and continuing threat of substantial disruption to the educational process has terminated), and whether the emergency expulsion shall be converted to another form of corrective action.

Emergency Removal

a. A student may be removed immediately from a class, subject, or activity by a certificated teacher or an administrator and sent to the building administrator or another designated school authority, provided that the teacher or administrator has good and sufficient reason to believe that the student’s presence poses an immediate and continuing threat to the student, other students, or school staff or an immediate and continuing threat of substantial disruption of the class, subject, activity, bus, or educational process of the student’s school. The removal from classes, subjects, or activities shall continue only until:
• The danger or threat ceases, or
• The principal or other designated school authority acts to impose corrective action.
b. Procedural due process for emergency removal
1) The principal or his or her designee shall meet with the student as soon as reasonably possible following the student’s emergency removal and take or initiate appropriate corrective action —
i.e., imposition of discipline, short-term suspension, emergency expulsion or initiation of longterm suspension or expulsion.
2) Prior to or at the time any such student is returned to the class, subject, or activity, the principal or his or her designee shall notify the teacher or administrator who removed the student therefrom of the action which has been taken or initiated.

Emergency Denial of Attendance

a. A student may be expelled immediately by the District Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education, the Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education, a Principal, an Assistant
Principal, or a designee of the superintendent in emergency situations, provided that the imposing administrator has good and sufficient reason to believe that the student‘s presence poses an immediate and continuing danger to other students or school personnel or an immediate and continuing threat of substantial disruption of the educational process.
b. An emergency expulsion must end or be converted to another form of corrective action within 10 school days of the date of the emergency removal from school. Notice and due process rights appropriate to the new corrective action must be provided.

Re-Admission Process

The purpose of the re-admission process is not to appeal the disciplinary action, but to request re-admission to school prior to the end of the suspension or expulsion.
If a student desires to be readmitted to the school from which he/she has been suspended/expelled, the parent and student shall submit a written request to the Director of Student Services.
a. The request for re-admission should include the following:
• Any mitigating circumstances surrounding the long-term suspension or expulsion from the District.
This may include: the student’s age, the student’s knowledge and participation in the act(s) leading to
the long-term suspension or expulsion, the student’s prior discipline and academic record, remedial
actions the student or the parent(s) have taken to ensure that the act or behavior is not repeated,
evidence that the student has satisfactorily completed a District-approved behavior modification class
or counseling, if applicable, or evidence that the student has made academic progress in an alternative
educational setting, if applicable.
• Why the student believes readmittance at this time is appropriate.
• New evidence, if any, which would support the student’s request.
• Supporting references, if any, such as statements from the parent or guardian or agencies or private
practitioners who may have assisted the student.
• Documentation, if any, of what has been done to address the behavior that caused the long-term
suspension or expulsion.
b. The superintendent will designate a school official to consider the application, conducting an
investigation of all pertinent information concerning the application for admission, including possible
behavioral conditions upon which the student may be admitted. The designee will make a decision either approving or denying the request for admission.
c. If the application is approved, a written behavioral agreement clearly outlining specific behavioral
conditions for admission will be established by the receiving school’s principal and agreed upon by the
student and parent(s) before the student is admitted to school.
d. If the application for admission is denied, the long-term suspension or expulsion shall continue as
originally imposed. Upon the student’s further efforts at behavioral change, a new application may be
submitted. 

Re-Engagement

After imposing a long-term suspension or expulsion, administrators should make reasonable efforts to assist the student in returning to an educational setting. The school should convene a meeting with the student and parent(s) within 20 days of a long-term suspension or expulsion (and no later than five days before the student re-enrolls), to discuss a plan to reengage the student in a school program. Administrators should consider shortening the corrective action, imposing other forms of corrective action and using supportive interventions. The district will create a re-engagement plan tailored to the student’s individual circumstances.
The plan will consider the incident that led to the discipline and aid the student in taking the necessary steps to remedy that situation. The re-engagement process is separate from the re-admission process, and must take place regardless of whether a student applies for re-admission. 

Due Process

Students with disabilities pursuant to Section 504 or the IDEA may be removed from school for up
to 10 cumulative school days per school year by following the corrective action procedures applicable
to all students. If a suspension beyond 10 cumulative days is contemplated, special procedures must
be followed; a manifestation determination conference must be held.
If the manifestation determination conference concludes that the student’s behavior is a manifestation of the student’s disability, the student must be returned to the placement from which he or she was removed, and the 504 team or IEP team should convene to discuss whether development or modification of a behavior plan for the student is warranted. If the manifestation determination conference concludes that the student’s behavior is not a manifestation of the student’s disability, the District may impose corrective action in the same manner as corrective action would be imposed upon a non-disabled student. Please refer to NSD Procedure 2161P for specific procedures.
A student with a disability under IDEA may be removed to an Interim Alternative Educational Setting in
circumstances involving the use or possession of drugs, weapons or serious bodily injury. Refer to NSD
Procedure 2161P for specific procedures.

Hazing

Hazing is the perceived pressuring of an individual to perform inappropriate or humiliating tasks and
stunts. Hazing is illegal and absolutely forbidden in any form. Students participating in hazing
activities will be subject to immediate discipline and legal consequences.

Bullying, Intimidation and Harrassment (Policy 3207)

The Northshore School District strives to provide students with optimal conditions for learning by
maintaining a school environment where everyone is treated with respect and no one is physically or
emotionally harmed. In order to ensure respect and prevent harm, it is a violation of district policy for a
student to be harassed, intimidated, bullied or cyber bullied by others in the school community, at school
sponsored events, or when such actions create a substantial disruption to the educational process. The school community includes all students, school employees, school board members, contractors, unpaid volunteers, families, patrons, and other visitors. Harassment because of a student’s race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, mental or physical disability, or other distinguishing characteristics is prohibited Incidents of bullying, intimidation, or harassment may be reported orally or in writing to any staff member.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT (Policy 8700)

The Northshore School District is committed to a positive and productive education and working
environment free from discrimination, including sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is generally defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, sexually motivated physical contact, or other verbal or physical contact or communication of a sexual nature when:
a. submission to such conduct or communication is made either explicitly or implicitly as a term or
condition of an individual’s employment or education,
b. submission to or rejection of such conduct or communication by an individual is used as the basis for
decisions affecting that individual’s employment or education;
c. such conduct or communication has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an
individual’s work or school performance, or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive employment
or educational environment.
Engaging in sexual harassment will result in appropriate discipline or other appropriate sanctions against offending students, staff and contractors. Anyone else, including volunteers and parents, who engages in sexual harassment on school property or at school activities will have access to school property and activities restricted, as appropriate. Informal complaints of sexual harassment may be made to any staff member and formal complaints may be made to the Director of Human Resources, 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell,
WA 98021, (425) 408-6000.

Violence Free Environment (Policy 4316)

The board is committed to maintaining a school and work environment that is free from acts and/or threats of violence. In order to fully realize the benefit from the education and related services provided at school, every student, staff member, parent/guardian, and patron needs to feel safe and secure; feeling safe is an essential necessity for each individual to be fully productive as they conduct district related business. Any form of violence (including domestic violence) and/or threat of violence at school, or at a school or district activity, or related to district business, erodes the atmosphere of safety.
Any conduct, regardless of the source, that threatens a person’s security and safety will not be tolerated.
Abusive or suggestive language will not be tolerated even if it does not create a threatening atmosphere or lead to a threat. The board, administration, and building staff are committed to supporting employees and students confronted with threatening behavior or actual violence, whether the threatening behavior or violence is coming from staff or student or from patrons, a parent or guardian, another adult, or a student aged individual who is a non-student.
Students and staff are required to treat all individuals with whom they come in contact in a respectful manner and expect to be treated the same in return.
For clarification purposes, a “threat” is any statement (oral or written) that can be reasonably interpreted as being intimidating in tone, content, or language or which places a person or a person’s personal property in reasonable apprehension of harm. “School violence” is any threat of or actual physical assault on district property or directly related thereto and includes bullying, hazing, intimidation, fighting, and harassment as well as the destruction or abuse of property through vandalism, arson, bombing, sabotage, or other destructive means.
Individuals who violate this policy shall be dealt with firmly. Legal redress will be sought when the facts
warrant such, including notification to law enforcement for possible criminal investigation.
Students and employees are strongly encouraged to report to their teacher or supervisor any threat or act of violence made against them or against others. Anyone who is victimized by any conduct that reasonably infringes upon the individual’s sense of safety and security must bring this to the attention of appropriate school officials so appropriate action can be taken. 

 

Use of the NSDNet, and public networks such as the Internet, by students and staff of the Northshore
School District shall be in accordance with the District’s Acceptable Use Procedures and this code of
conduct. The NSDNet is the property of Northshore School District and is to be used for academic or
administrative purposes only. The district reserves the right to remove a user’s account if it is
determined that the user is engaged in unauthorized activity or is violating the Code of Conduct. See
Rights and Responsibilities Handbook for complete details. Students are subject to corrective
measures at school, up to and including expulsion, for offenses which occur in the community or at
other locations off school grounds IF those offenses are connected in some way with the school. (i.e.
cyber bullying).

The purpose of the Northshore School District Responsible Use Procedures is to provide the rules,
guidelines, personal safety recommendations and the code of conduct in the Northshore School District for the use of technology, the district network and other connected networks including the internet.
This Responsible Use Procedure (RUP) applies to staff, students and guests who utilize:
• District-owned technology on the NSD network, on non-school network and offline
• Non-district technology, including privately owned technology that is connected to the NSD
network or using non-district networks while on school property