TUDENT & ARENT ANDBOOK 2011-12

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by  Matt Moore

M H S
AULDIN IGH CHOOL
S P H
TUDENT & ARENT ANDBOOK
2011-12

701 East Butler Road
Mauldin, SC 29662
www.greenville.k12.sc.us/mauldinh

The School District of Greenville County does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, handicap,
religion, or national origin in its dealings with employees, students, the general public, applicants for
employment, educational programs, activities, or access to its facilities.

NAME _____________________________________________
CONTENTS

Welcome
Alma Mater and Official Seal 3
Philosophy 4
Acceptable Use Policy 4

District School Calendar 6
Bell Schedules 7

Academics
Curriculum 8
Graduation/Promotion Requirements 8
GPA Calculation 9
Exams 10

Attendance
Absence Laws 10
Early Dismissals 12
Returning to School 13
Tardies 13

Student Services
Guidance 13
College Requirements 15
Media Center 16
Textbooks 17
Cafeteria 17
Health Room 18
Class Dues 19

Student Activities
Eligibility 19
Clubs 20
Athletics 20

Policies
School District of Greenville County Discipline Code
and Additional MHS Policies 20
Dress Code 25
Expulsion 25
Offenses and Consequences 27
Suspensions and Alternative Programs 31
Driving Privileges 34
Other Student and Parent Responsibilities 35
Visitors 36
Extra-Curricular Activity Participation Policy 36

** In order to ensure the best interest of students, parents, teachers, and community, the
administration reserves the right to amend policies and guidelines as set forth in the
student handbook throughout the school year.

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Alma Mater
by
Sarah Cooper

In the golden heart of gentle foothills
Stands Mauldin High School lighting our way
to life and learning. . .
Our Alma Mater leads each day!
Mauldin, Oh Mauldin High,
We lift our praises unto you.
Ours to build, to honor, love
Ours to pledge with faith anew.

In the golden days of Mauldin High School
May love and peace bind heart to heart
And reap a spirit . . .
Ours to hold as we depart.
Mauldin, Oh Mauldin High,
We lift our praises unto you.
Ours to build, to honor, love

Ours to pledge with faith anew.

Official Seal

Ribbons in the school colors of orange and white enclose the Official Seal of Mauldin High School. The motto AGE
QUOD ADIS means finish what you attempt. The original founding date is 1927 - the new founding date is 1973. A
Maverick head is the school mascot. The shield is divided into four parts: the American flag symbolizes Freedom; the
open book symbolizes knowledge and wisdom (SAPERE AUDE - dare to be wise); the magnolia symbolizes abundance
and natural beauty; and the white clouds in a blue sky symbolize a serene community, free of pollution and congestion,
while the spire with cross symbolizes character.

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OUR PHILOSPHY

Mission Statement

The administration, faculty, and staff of Mauldin High School, in conjunction with the students, their families, and the
community, shall provide every student the opportunity, challenge, and support to realize his or her educational potential
and the ability to assume a productive role in a democratic society.

Beliefs

We Believe:

 Students learn and demonstrate their knowledge and skills in different ways and should be provided with a
variety of effective instructional approaches and assessments to support their learning.
 Students must be provided with a challenging and diverse curriculum.
 Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
 Exceptional students (e.g., special education, limited English proficiency, talented and gifted, etc.) require
special services and resources.
 Students develop an appreciation of different people and cultures through an awareness and understanding of
cultural diversity.
 Students, teachers, administrators, parents, and the community share the responsibility for advancing the
school’s mission.
 School and community commitment to continuous improvement enables students to become confident, self-
directed, lifelong learners.
 Students are equally responsible for maximizing their educational opportunities.

Goals

The student will:

 Demonstrate the ability to gather and use information to solve problems.
 Demonstrate the ability to work independently and with others.
 Demonstrate proficiency in basic academic skills and be able to apply them in everyday life.
 Demonstrate the ability to set goals and to develop plans for achieving them.
 Develop an awareness of the diversity of other cultures and demonstrate respect toward all students, teachers,
and members of the community.
 Demonstrate the ability to reason logically and think creatively and critically.

Greenville County Schools
Student Acceptable Use Policy Agreement

The School District of Greenville County provides computer, network, e-mail, and Internet access to students as part of
the learning environment. While these systems have the power to deliver a huge number of resources to our classrooms,
their ability to serve students depends on the responsible and ethical use of them by every student.
GCS may install software and/or hardware to monitor and record all information system resources, usage, including e-
mail and Web site visits. The district retains the right to record or inspect any and all files stored on district systems.

Students shall have no expectation of privacy with respect to district information system resource usage. Students are
advised that serious disciplinary action may result from evidence of prohibited activity obtained through monitoring or
inspection of electronic messages, files, or electronic storage devices. Illegal activity involving district information system
resource usage may be referred to appropriate authorities for prosecution.

―Acceptable use‖ of these systems is use that is consistent with the instructional goals of the District. If you break
―acceptable use‖ rules, you may lose the privilege to use both classroom computers and/or the Internet. Further
disciplinary and/or legal action may be taken at the discretion of school administration.

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The District takes reasonable precautions by using filtering software to keep inappropriate Internet sites and e-mail out
of the classroom. The District does not supervise individual e-mail accounts, a Parent Portal is available that permits the
supervision of your child’s e-mail account.

Please note that parents may choose for their child not to have access to the Internet at school; however, students who
do not have access to the Internet will not be able to access e-mail or web based programs that teachers may be using in
class. Your child has agreed to the terms and conditions of this document upon acceptance of the school district
handbook. Violation of any of the terms or conditions will result in disciplinary action and/or involvement of law
enforcement.

Treat computer equipment with care and respect – Willful destruction of any computer equipment or software will be
considered vandalism, and may warrant the involvement of local law officials.
Parents and guardians, by you and your child agreeing to this acceptable use policy you will insure that GCS computer
equipment is handled with care and respect. Only GCS ETS personnel are allowed to repair or modify GCS computer
equipment hardware and software.

Do not add, modify, repair, remove, reconfigure or otherwise tamper with any device on the network infrastructure
including, but not limited to: wireless network devices, workstations, printers, servers, cabling, switches/hubs, routers,
etc
Do not perform unauthorized access, use, or attempt unauthorized access or use of District information systems.
―Hacking tools‖ Hacking tools‖ which may be used for ―computer hacking‖ as defined in the South Carolina Computer
Crime Act, may not be possessed on any district premise or run or loaded on any district system. Do not use school
computers for illegal activities such as planting viruses, hacking, or attempted unauthorized access to any system. This is
an automatic recommendation for expulsion.
Do not use a cell phone or PDA to access the Internet on school premises.

Any written text, graphics or executable files created, downloaded, displayed, or exchanged with another student or
teacher must be for education-related purposes only.

Do not bypass or attempt to bypass any of the District’s security or content filtering safeguards.

Do not use school computers for commercial purposes.

Follow copyright laws at all times – See District copyright policies for more information. If you have questions about the
legality of using software, text, graphics, or music you find online, ask your teacher or media specialist for guidance.

Keep your password secret – You will be held responsible for all computer activities associated with your password. For
example, if you share your password with your friend and he/she signs on as you and breaks one of the rules outlined
above, you will be held responsible.
Do not allow another person to use the computer under your district login.

All online communication must be polite and not threatening or offensive in any way – All students in grades 3-12 are
issued e-mail accounts. The District has the right to review any e-mail sent or received using District equipment and e-
mail accounts. E-mail accounts should be used for educational and district purposes only.

Do not give out personal information or photos through online communications (i.e. e-mail, cell phone, PDA, etc).
Never give out your phone number, social security number, full name, age, home address, or any other personal
information.

Home directories are provided to students for educational related work. Students should not store personal or non-
school related work in home directories. The District reserves the right to review the contents of a student’s home
directory.

Please contact your school if you do not want your child to have access to the Internet and e-mail.
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faculties. calendar committee develops its recommendations after receiving input from parent groups and school a committee of PTA representatives, other parents, teachers, principals, and central office staff. The The calendar is approved each year by the superintendent after considering recommendations from Calendar Development Monday in August per State Law.) Earliest Student Attendance Day: Monday, August 20, 2012 (Note: Start date can be no earlier than 3rd 2012-13 School Calendar .............................June 54th Report Card .........................March 273rd Report Card ...........................Jan. 192nd Report Card ............................Oct. 311st Report CardReport Cards .............................June 1 End 4th Quarter1 .........................March 21End 3rd Quarter ..........................Jan. 12End 2nd Quarter ............................Oct. 21End 1st QuarterGrading Periods ........................April 30 4th Quarter Report .......................Feb. 153rd Quarter Report .......................Nov. 282nd Quarter Report ......................Sept. 191st Quarter ReportInterim Progress Reports (*If day not needed, it becomes a student holiday) ............................March 9*Makeup Day 3 ..........................March 12*Makeup Day 2 ...............................April 9*Makeup Day 1Makeup Days (In Order of Use) ...............................May 28Memorial Day ...............................April 2-6Spring BreakPresidents’ Day ............................Feb. 20 ......................................Jan. 16MLK Day .........Jan. 13 Teacher Prof. Dev./Workday .................Dec. 19 - Dec. 30Winter Break .................Nov. 23-25Thanksgiving Break ...Oct.13-14Teacher Prof. Dev./Workdays .....................................Sept. 5Labor DayStudent HolidaysH (*Half days are last 3 days of school.) ..............................June 14K-12 Last Day ....May 30, 31, June 1* 4K-12 (Half Days) ...........................Aug. 17-194K Half Days ............................Aug. 174K-12 First DaySchool Start/End Dates -12Important Dates
observe religious holidays.use personal days (or vacation if applicable) to make up work without penalty. Employees may missing school are given an opportunity to participate in religious observances. Students employees when they need to be absent to School officials cooperate with students and Religious Observances www.greenville.k12.sc.us 864.355.3100P.O. Box 2848 • Greenville, SC 29602 ...May 31. June 1High School Graduations .................................Feb. 1-3 for 2012-134K Pre-Registration .............................Jan. 18-20 for 2012-135K and First Grade Registration Other Important Dates ........May 29-31, June 1Exams-(MS & HS) ..........................May 14-25 (HS Courses)EOCEP Tests (Middle & High) ....................................May 7-11 (Gr. 3-8) and Social StudiesPASS - ELA, Math, Science, .................April 30-May 11AP Testing (HS) ..............April 17-19 (Gr. 10, ID 9, 11, 12) High School Exit Exam ...March 20-21PASS Writing Test (Gr. 5, 8) .................March 5-April 27 (ID Students)SC ALT Testing .............Mar. 1- 28 (Gr. 2-8, ID K, 1, 9-12)MAP Testing Window .................Feb. 21-April 13 (ID Students)ELDA Testing ........Jan. 9-12Exams-Full Day (MS & HS) .................Jan. 4-6, 9-12 (Block HS Only)EOCEP Tests .................Dec. 1-15 (Gr. 2-8, ID 1, 9-12)MAP Testing Window (Optional) .....................Nov. 8-10ITBS Testing (Gr. 2) ....................Nov. 2-4CogAT Testing (Gr. 2) .................................Oct. 18-20 (ID 9-12)High School Exit Exam .................Sept. 6-30 (Gr. 2-8, ID 1,9-12)MAP Testing WindowStudent Testing (Tentative)
BELL SCHEDULES

Regular 2-Hour Delay

Warning Bell Warning Bell
8:35 10:35
1st Period 1st Period
8:45 – 9:35 10:45 – 11:15
2nd Period 2nd Period
9:41 – 10:36 11:21 – 11:56
3rd Period 3rd Period
10:42 – 11:32 12:02 – 12:32
4th Period 4th Period
A Lunch A Lunch
11:39 – 12:02 Lunch 12:39 – 1:02 Lunch
12:07 – 12:57 Class 1:07 – 1:57 Class
B Lunch B Lunch
11:39 – 12:07 Class 12:39 – 1:07
12:07 – 12:30 Lunch 1:07 – 1:30 Lunch
12:35 – 12:57 Class 1:35 – 1:57 Class
C Lunch C Lunch
11:39 – 12:29 Class 12:39 – 1:29 Class
12:35 – 12:57 Lunch 1:35 – 1:57 Lunch
5th Period 5th Period
1:03 – 1:53 2:03 – 2:33
6th Period 6th Period
1:59 – 2:49 2:39 – 3:09
7th Period 7th Period
2:55 – 3:45 3:15 – 3:45

Homeroom Schedule Advisory Schedule

1st – 8:45 – 9:28 Regular Schedule
2nd – 9:34 – 10:17 5th – 1:03 – 1:41
3rd – 10:23 – 11:06 6th – 1:47 – 2:25
Homeroom – 11:12 – 11:32 Advisory – 2:31 – 3:01
Resume regular schedule 7th – 3:07 – 3:45

Pep Rally Schedule (Announcements will be made regarding any schedule changes):

1st - 8:45-9:23
2nd - 9:29-10:07
3rd - 10:13-10:51 (Begin Dismissing around 10:40)
Pep Rally - 10:51-11:32
Resume regular schedule
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ACADEMICS

The curriculum philosophy of Mauldin High School is based on the belief that all students have access to a wide range
of courses in all departments. Students are encouraged to explore many avenues of personal, career, and academic
interests. Mauldin High School strives to offer a variety of elective courses that foster growth in academic studies,
personal growth, life skills, fine arts, physical fitness and other areas.

Graduation/Promotion Requirements
The following chart outlines the minimum requirements for graduation as determined by the State Department of
Education and the South Carolina legislature.

English/Language Arts 4 units
Mathematics 4 units
Science 3 units
US History 1 unit
Economics 1/2 unit
Government 1/2 unit
Other Social Studies 1 unit
Physical Education 1 unit
Computer Science (may include ½ unit of keyboarding) 1 unit
Foreign Language or Career and Tech Ed Course 1 unit
Electives 7 units
TOTAL 24 units

Keyboarding Proficiency - Students who fulfill the Computer Science Requirement for graduation are
automatically declared keyboarding proficient.

Exit Exam Requirements
The Education Improvement Act (EIA) of 1984 requires that all students must pass the South Carolina Exit
Examination to receive a South Carolina High School diploma. The new exit exam is called the High School Assessment
Program (HSAP). The HSAP consists of three subtests: Writing, Reading, and Mathematics. Any student who wishes
to receive a South Carolina High School diploma must pass all of the subtests of the HSAP.

Promotion Requirements
Requirements for advancement to each grade level for students are:
Grade 9 advancing to 10, a total 5 units including:
 English I
 one unit of mathematics
 three other units
Grade 10 advancing to 11, a total 11 units including:
 English I and II
 two units of mathematics
 one science
 six other units
Grade 11 advancing to 12, a total of 17 units including:
 English I, II and III
 three units of mathematics
 two units of science
 nine other units
Graduating high school, a total of 24 units including:
 English I, II, III and IV
 four units of mathematics
 three units of science
 one unit of U.S. History
 1/2 unit of Economics
 1/2 unit of Government
 one unit of another social studies
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 one unit of physical education
 one unit of computer science
 one unit of foreign language or career and technology ed course
 7 units of elective credit

Career and Fine Arts Programs
Courses are available at the Golden Strip, Donaldson, Enoree, and Foothills Career Centers, the Fine Arts Center, and
the Roper Mountain Science Center for eligible students. In some circumstances, transportation may be provided by the
School District to these centers. Students should contact the guidance department for additional information. AM/PM
Career Center students shall upon return to campus report to the Atrium and remain there until the bell dismisses for
the next class. STUDENTS ARE NOT TO LEAVE THE ATRIUM UNTIL THE BELL RINGS.

Withdrawal from Class
Students and parents need to choose courses carefully. Students will not be allowed to withdraw from a class unless one
of the school’s established conditions applies.

- Students who withdraw after five days in a 90 day course, or ten days in a 180 day course will be assigned a WF,
and the F (as a 61) will be calculated in the student’s overall grade point average.

- If a student fails a course due to excessive absences, an FA will be recorded on his or her transcript. The grade
of FA will carry no Carnegie units but will be factored into the GPA as a 61.

Students who drop out of school or are expelled after the allowed period for will be assigned grades in accordance with
the following policies:

- The student will receive a WP if he or she was passing the course. The grade of WP will carry no Carnegie
units and no quality points to be factored into the student’s GPA.
- The student will receive a WF if he or she was failing the course. The grade of WF will carry no Carnegie units
but will be factored into the student’s GPA as a 61.

If a student earns a D or F in a course, the course may be retaken no later than the next academic year. Both grades will
be calculated into the student’s GPA.

Grades will be calculated on the statewide grading scale.

Grade Point Conversion Chart

South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale Conversions
Numerical Letter AP/IB/
College Prep Honors
Average Grade Dual Credit
100 A 4.875 5.375 5.875
99 A 4.750 5.250 5.750
98 A 4.625 5.125 5.625
97 A 4.500 5.000 5.500
96 A 4.375 4.875 5.375
95 A 4.250 4.750 5.250
94 A 4.125 4.625 5.125
93 A 4.000 4.500 5.000
92 B 3.875 4.375 4.875
91 B 3.750 4.250 4.750
90 B 3.625 4.125 4.625
89 B 3.500 4.000 4.500
88 B 3.375 3.875 4.375
87 B 3.250 3.750 4.250
86 B 3.125 3.625 4.125
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South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale Conversions
Numerical Letter AP/IB/
College Prep Honors
Average Grade Dual Credit
85 B 3.000 3.500 4.000
84 C 2.875 3.375 3.875
83 C 2.750 3.250 3.750
82 C 2.625 3.125 3.625
81 C 2.500 3.000 3.500
80 C 2.375 2.875 3.375
79 C 2.250 2.750 3.250
78 C 2.125 2.625 3.125
77 C 2.000 2.500 3.000
76 D 1.875 2.375 2.875
75 D 1.750 2.250 2.750
74 D 1.625 2.125 2.625
73 D 1.500 2.000 2.500
72 D 1.375 1.875 2.375
71 D 1.250 1.750 2.250
70 D 1.125 1.625 2.125
69 F 1.000 1.500 2.000
68 F 0.875 1.375 1.875
67 F 0.750 1.250 1.750
66 F 0.625 1.125 1.625
65 F 0.500 1.000 1.500
64 F 0.375 0.875 1.375
63 F 0.250 0.750 1.250
62 F 0.125 0.625 1.125
0–61 F 0.000 0.000 0.000
61 FA 0.000 0.000 0.000
61 WF 0.000 0.000 0.000
— WP 0.000 0.000 0.000
Computing Grade Point Averages

GPAs already earned by students will be recalculated on the basis of the revised policy’s three-decimal-point scale.

All South Carolina public schools will use the following formula to compute all GPAs:
GPA = sum of quality points
sum of units attempted
Exams
Mid-term exams will be administered in January for all classes. Final exams will be administered at the end of
the school year and no student will be allowed to exempt exams or take exams early. Students in classes which
require the End of Course exams will be given standardized finals which will count 20% of their final grade.
There are NO exam exemptions AS DETERMINED BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOLS.
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