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Academic Success

Because active learning is an integral part of every class, TVHS expects students to attend all classes regularly. Absences have a negative effect on academic performance. A phone call to home or the parent’s work via an automated phone calling system will accompany any absence that occurs on a given day.

School attendance is mandated by Colorado law.   The only absences that are excused are those according to Colorado State law, district policy, and the previously given definitions.  Absences must be called in by definitions. Absences must be called in by parents within 48 hours of the absence: illness, family emergency, medical, etc. - no exceptions. The responsibility for attendance lies with the parent and the student. Students are expected to complete work missed during an absence.  When students are absent, they miss a great deal of learning that cannot be made up. Students may find the correct phone number and email address for any teacher by using the TVHS website.  
All high school students in the Thompson School District have an email account provided by the school district that can be accessed from the internet. This system is a direct communication link with any teacher or staff member. 


Cell Phone Policy
In order to support the best learning environment possible at TVHS each day, students are being asked to turn off and put away cell phones during class times.  This policy is based on research that shows having cell phone distraction is a negative influence when it comes to learning.  Please refer to Appendix 1 on pages 26-27 for the full policy.


Early Graduation
Board of Education policy states that a maximum of two semesters of attendance may be waived for students who wish to graduate early. To be considered for early graduation, the student must compose a well written letter justifying the reason for early graduation and have a minimum 2.0 GPA. Waiver of Attendance forms and deadlines may be obtained from the counselors. Waiver deadlines are strictly enforced.  Students are responsible for all graduation deadlines if planning on participating in the graduation ceremony.


Open Campus Regulations
If the student does not have a regularly scheduled class, the student should be off campus or in a designated area. Administrators have the discretion of suspending or terminating open campus privileges at any time. If a student is scheduled to be in a class, they must be in that class or off campus, whether they are excused or unexcused from class. 


Parking

  • For safety and security reasons, students will be required to register each vehicle driven in order to be able to park in the TVHS student parking lot. 
  • Every vehicle must display a window permit. All vehicles must have a parking permit by the end of the second week after school begins. The student must complete an application form signed by the student driver and the parent/guardian. 
  • Once a permit is issued it remains with the student throughout high school; the vehicle must be registered each year.
  • All tickets must be paid within 10 school days; otherwise, the next step in the sequence will be taken. 
  • Students may not park in staff or visitor parking at any time or a fine will be imposed – No warning necessary.
  • Vehicles are subject to search when on school grounds.

Temporary parking passes can be obtained from the Campus Security office in the event the registered vehicle is not driven to school.
It is the student’s responsibility to contact the Campus Security office as soon as they arrive to obtain a temporary pass and avoid fines.
Temporary passes are valid only for dates stated on the pass.  Contact the Campus Security office if another pass is needed.
It is the student’s responsibility to update vehicle information with the Campus Security office if a new vehicle is purchased.  
Students are expected to follow safe driving practices in the parking lot.  These practices include:

  • Following all parking and traffic flow signs as well as all traffic laws established by the State of Colorado.
  • Speed limit in the parking lot is 10 mph, 20 mph on Eagle Drive (School Zone), and other residential areas surrounding TVHS as posted.  
  • The consequences for violating the parking rules are as follows (this is a guideline; any step can be skipped based on the seriousness of the violation):  
  • A warning ticket describing the violation is placed on the vehicle the first time UNLESS the student parks in the visitor or staff parking; then there will be a fine. IMMEDIATELY WITHOUT A WARNING. 
  • First offense: a ticket will be placed on the vehicle describing the violation.  The student is responsible for a $15 fine. 
  • Second offense:  a ticket will be placed on the vehicle describing the violation.  The student is responsible for a $30 fine.
  • Third offense: a ticket will be placed on the vehicle describing the violation.  The student is responsible for a $45 fine. Continued offenses, unpaid parking and fines can result in loss of parking privileges for an extended period of time.
  • Additional fines are: parked in Handicapped parking $50; parked in a Fire Lane $25; parked in Staff Parking $20; parked in Visitor parking $15; blocking driveway or non-parking area $15


Bicycles and Skateboards
Bicycles and skateboards are modes of transportation to and from school.  For safety reasons, skateboards, skates and other similar devices must be picked up and carried when students are on campus.  Students shall walk their bicycles on the sidewalks near the building.  Bicycles must be parked and locked on bike racks.  It is the student’s responsibility to secure bicycles and skateboards if they are brought on campus. 

Lost and Found
Students who find small or valuable lost articles should take them to the Attendance office, where they may be claimed.


Expectations of Computer Usage
TVHS students will receive a Chromebook for school related/educational purposes.  Respect for the work of others is especially important in computer environments.  Likewise, respect for and care of computer equipment is essential to provide working access for all.  Plagiarism, invasion of privacy, unauthorized access, copyright violations, and damaging, modifying or attempting to modify computer files, systems, or facilities are grounds for disciplinary action as well as possible legal action.  All online gaming and use of chat rooms is prohibited.  All TVHS students are required to sign a contract regarding Internet access and computer use and care.  All technology use on and off school campus that negatively impacts the school climate and learning environment will result in disciplinary action, as well as possible legal action.


Food and Drink in the Building
All food and drink is encouraged to be consumed in the cafeteria, which will be open throughout the school day for your convenience.  Water is the exception, but it must be in an approved, re-sealable container.  Paper cups and/or bottles without lids/caps are not allowed.  


Disrespect, Harassment Bullying or Discriminatory Behavior
The school district goal is to “value diversity and encourage respect and understanding in our school community.”  We believe that students can learn best in a school where all persons are treated with respect.  This positive climate maintains the good reputation of our school in the community.  At TVHS, we will not tolerate disrespectful and discriminatory behavior or harassment and bullying of any kind.  If a student is found to have treated another person in any of these ways, disciplinary action will be taken.

When we have an accusation of disrespect, discrimination or harassment at our school, we may all feel injured because of community reactions of “guilt by association.”  We need to be sure that the actions of a few don’t speak for all of us.  If you, as a student, feel you have been treated with disrespect, it is important for you to discuss it as quickly as possible with one of the administrators, counselors, or other staff members so appropriate action can be taken.  If you don’t speak up, your silence may be viewed as consent and acceptance. We cannot help you if you don’t let us know!


Respect
We expect every staff member to be treated with respect and dignity, just as you can expect to be treated with respect and dignity by the staff.  A show of disrespect toward any staff member or any type of insubordination by students will not, under any circumstances, be tolerated and will be subject to disciplinary action.  Staff is responsible for supervision of students anywhere on school property and at all school-sponsored activities.  Students are expected to comply.


Substitute Teachers
Substitute teachers are to be accorded the same respect as regular classroom teachers. Any student failing to treat a substitute teacher with respect will be subject to disciplinary action.


Assembly Conduct
Assemblies are held for the education and enjoyment of students and faculty.  All students will attend assemblies and are not to leave until the program has concluded.  Students are expected to maintain high standards of conduct, always displaying respect for speakers, performers and fellow classmates.  Violations will result in disciplinary action.


Interactions and Verbal Language
Public interactions and language at TVHS are expected to be positive, encouraging, and appropriate at all times.  One aspect of #TVSTRONG is encouraging all people at TVHS to communicate positively in our efforts.  


Public Displays of Affection
Public displays of affection, beyond the holding of hands, are not allowed at TVHS.  Any staff member may issue a verbal warning at any time.  Further concerns will be an automatic parent contact and further school consequences.


Refusal to Identify Yourself
All persons must, upon request, identify themselves to school personnel on school grounds or at school sponsored events by name and student ID.  Students refusing to do so will be subject to disciplinary action.


Field Trips and After School Activities
Remember you are representing Thompson Valley High School at all times .  All expectations and responsibilities apply to all school field trips and after-school events.  You must abide by school rules at all games, both home and away, dances, field trips, and other school-sponsored functions. 


Unauthorized Areas and Loitering
Unauthorized areas are locations in and around the campus where the school and/or the district have identified ongoing concerns about vandalism, trespassing on private property, and student supervision.  Students are not allowed to loiter in unauthorized areas before or after school, during passing periods, or during the lunch period.  These areas include, but are not limited to, the open area south of the school, the “bus stop” area to the south of the school, and the private property anywhere around the school.  Loitering in the parking lot and in or around vehicles is not allowed before or after school, during passing periods, or during the lunch period, or at ANY TIME during the school day.


School Closings / Late Starts
See Thompson School district website at tsd.org or call the school closure line at 970-613-6788.