Handbook

Welcome to another exciting school year at Marsh Valley High School, I encourage each of
you to become involved in the many opportunities made available to you! Your high
school years will prove to be memorable and rewarding and our school will be better because
of your involvement. Keep up with what is happening at our school. Marsh Valley High
School Activity Calendar can be found at http://mvhs_sec.mvsd21.org. Click on the
calendar for the most current activity schedules. Get involved, participate and help us make
this year a great one.
Your academic accomplishments and reaching required benchmarks are going to impact you
for the duration of your life. Please take advantage of the educational opportunities we
offer as you transpose from adolescence to adulthood while molding your future.
Dream to Soar, Dream to Learn, and Dream to Inspire are the school goals for 2009/2010.
We have asked our students and staff to demonstrate these goals throughout the school
year. If we work collectively, we can soar, learn and inspire and we can achieve greatness.

Mr. Michael E. Welch
Principal

Jurisdictional & Behavioral Expectations Statement
This handbook is an extension of board policy and is a reflection of the goals and
objectives of the school board. The board, administration and employees expect students to
conduct themselves in a manner fitting to their age level and maturity and with respect and
consideration for the rights of others. Students are expected to treat teachers, employees,
students and visitors with respect and courtesy. Students may not use abusive language,
profanity or obscene gestures or language.
This handbook and school district policies, rules and regulations are in effect while students
are on school grounds, school district property or on property within the jurisdiction of the
school district; while on school-owned and/or school-operated buses or vehicles or chartered
buses; while attending or engaged in school activities; and while away from school grounds if
the misconduct directly affects the good order, efficient management and welfare of the
school district or involves students or staff. School district policies, rules and regulations are
in effect 12 months a year. A violation of a school district policy, rule regulation or
student handbook may result in disciplinary action and may affect a student's eligibility to
participate in extracurricular activities whether the violation occurred while school was in
session or while school was not in session.
Students are expected to comply with and abide by the school district's policies, rules,
regulations and student handbook. Students who fail to abide by the school district's policies,
rules, regulations and the student handbook may be disciplined for conduct which disrupts or
interferes with the education program; conduct which disrupts the orderly and efficient
operation of the school district or school activity; conduct which disrupts the rights of
other students to maintenance of a disciplined atmosphere. Disciplinary measures include,
but are not limited to removal from the classroom, detention, suspension, and expulsion.
Discipline can also include prohibition from participating in extracurricular activities,
including athletics. The discipline imposed is based upon the facts and circumstances
surrounding the incident and the student's record.
The school reserves and retains the right to modify, eliminate or establish school district
policies, rules, regulations and student handbook provisions as circumstances warrant,
including those contained in the handbook. Students are expected to know the contents of
the handbook and comply with it. Students and parents with questions or concerns may
contact the office for information about the current enforcement of the policies, rules,
regulations or student handbook of the school.

MARSH VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
12655 S. Old Highway 91 - Arimo, Idaho 83214
TELEPHONE: (208) 254-3711 FAX: (208) 254-9230

MARSH VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
Superintendent .....................Mr. Marvin Hansen

BOARD OF EDUCATION
Member ................................Mr. Rick Armstrong
Member ...................................... Mr. Randy Armstrong
Member .............................. ...Mr. Kent Whitaker
Member ..................................Mrs. Brenda Bates
Member .......................................Mr. Kevin Fonnesbeck

MVHS ADMINISTRATION
Principal............................................Mr. Michael Welch
Athletic Director................................. Mr. Lonny Dahlke
Counselor..........................................Mr. Clark Robison
Financial Secretary.......................Mrs.Becky Sorensen
Attendance Secretary.........................Mrs. Marsha Lish

WHO'S WHO IN STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Student Body President......................Koryn Goodworth
Student Body Vice-President.............Kylee Grover
Student Body Secretary......................Kyndra Story

Senior Class President.......................Malinda Marley
Senior Class Vice-President...............Abi Lowe
Senior Class Secretary.......................Shantae Brown
Senior Class Representatives.............Mark McNabb
Jillian Murray
Junior Class President.......................Landon Armstrong
Junior Class Vice-President............ .Amy Gunter
Junior Class Secretary.................... Britney Kofford
Junior Class Representatives........ Aaron Karlson
Shannee Scalise
Sophomore Class President............. Ethan Ennis
Sophomore Class Vice-President..... Dallas Evans
Sophomore Class Secretary...............Jennifer Motley
Sophomore Class Representatives... Ashley Owens
Jaqueline England
Freshmen Class President.............. Gage Barker
Freshmen Class Vice-President...... Curtis Casperson
Freshmen Class Secretary...............Anna McNabb
Freshmen Class Representatives....Joseph Andrus
Josh Smedley

MARSH VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Mission Statement
Working together, Preparing students with life-long skills.

Vision Statement
The school will provide experiences and an atmosphere where students can prepare for a
worthwhile future, so they will be able to confidently meet the challenges of a changing
world.

BELIEFS
1. All students will be given the opportunity to learn in a safe, positive environment.
2. Our school exists for the education of all students.
3. Each student is valued as an individual with unique intellectual, physical, social, cultural,
and emotional needs.
4. Parents must be involved in the educational process.
5. Teachers, staff, administrators, parents, students, and community members share in the
responsibility for providing a learning environment within the school.
6. Assessments of student learning should provide students with a variety of opportunities
to demonstrate their achievement.
7. All students will be responsible for and prepared to accept the consequences of their
actions.
8. As part of our curriculum and to enhance the school character, the students will learn and
incorporate the core values of honesty, cooperation, respect, caring, and responsibility.

SCHOOL PRIDE INFORMATION

NAME.................Marsh Valley High School
MASCOT.............................................Eagle
COLORS..............Columbia Blue/Red/White
SCHOOL SONG............................................

Cheer, Cheer for Marsh Valley High
Bring on the Eagles, raise that score high
Send those Eagles out to play and
Don't let the opponent win today!
We never fumble, we never fall
Eagles the team that's greatest of all.
All you loyal Eagles go marching
On to the Hall of Fame. Let's go!
Fight, Fight, Fight Team, Fight!

BELL SCHEDULE

#1 Lunch #2 Lunch
Monday-Thursday Monday-Thursday
First Bell 8:10 First Bell 8:10
1st 8:15- 9:25 1st 8:15- 9:25
2nd 9:30-10:40 2nd 9:30-10:40
3rd 10:45-11:55 3rd 10:45-11:55
Lunch 11:55-12:25 4th 12:00- 1:10
4th 12:30- 1:40 Lunch 1:10- 1:40
5th 1:45- 2:55 5th 1:45- 2:55
6th 3:00- 4:10 6th 3:00- 4:10

GENERAL INFORMATION

School Dances
School dances are for MVHS students. Students must adhere to High School behavior and
dress policies. Middle school/junior high students are not welcome. Students leaving the
dance (building) will not be permitted to return. All school dances must be approved prior
to the date of the dance with the administration. All dances will end by 11:30 p.m.

Lockers and Bookbags
Student lockers and locks are the property of the school district. Students may use these
lockers as a convenience. MVHS retains a record of all locker assignments as well as locker
combinations. Lockers may be periodically inspected for cleanliness or storage of illegal
items: i.e. drugs, alcohol, weapons, or stolen property. Illegal material found in a locker is
presumed to belong to the student(s) assigned to that locker. The student(s) are subject to
disciplinary action. The school is not responsible for any items that may be missing from
your locker. Please keep your locker locked at all times. DO NOT KEEP MONEY OR
VALUABLE ITEMS IN SCHOOL LOCKERS. Book bags are subject to periodic inspection
by school officials if reasonable suspicion exists.

Assemblies
Assembly programs are planned for the education and entertainment of the student body.
Students entering the assembly should find a seat quickly. All school rules apply to the
assemblies, including the cell phone policy. Positive conduct and respect are expected at all
times.

Telephone Use
The telephones in and by the office are for business purposes and emergencies. Only in an
emergency will a student be called out of class. Students will be notified of calls after class.
Students are not to be released to make personal calls.

Reporting Illness or Injury
All injuries, illnesses, or personal injury problems should be immediately reported to the
teacher. If you are ill and unable to attend class, report to the office immediately. At that
time the parent will be called. Every opportunity to expedite and provide appropriate care
will be given. A trained EMT is on staff.
Posters
All posters, signs and displays for the hall must have prior administration approval before
being displayed. Materials not approved will be removed.

Visitors
All visitors to the school must report to the office and will be given a name tag. No student
is allowed to bring friends or relatives to school. Unauthorized visitors will be requested to
leave the grounds. Violators will be referred to the local law enforcement agency.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Access to Student Records
1. A student's records may be previewed by a
student's parents, guardians, or by a student
if they are at least 18 years of age.

BUILDING A CLASS SCHEDULE AND CLASS CHANGES

Students, when preparing a schedule of classes for next year, please keep in mind that your
decisions drive the creation of the Master Schedule. Therefore, please be very careful in the
selection of the classes you request. The number of classes offered are based on the number
of requests from the students. Class changes become an expense to the school and in order
to discourage changes a fee charge is being instituted.

Many of our classes require more preparation and financial support in order for us to be
able to offer them. If you select any of these classes there will be a $50.00 penalty for
withdrawing from these classes. We want each of you to be serious about your education and
select the classes that will best prepare you for the future. We will try everything within our
means to provide you with that education.

The following classes being dropped will result in the $50.00 penalty being required:
1. All AP classes 6. Spanish
2. Chemistry 7. German
3. Physics 8. Honors Classes
4. Pre-Calculus 9. Physiology
5. Calculus 10. Psychology
All other class changes will result in a one time fee of $10.00 for each trimester in which
changes are made.

Please keep in mind that all class changes must be completed within the first two weeks of
any trimester. Seat time is required to be given credit for a class. Any changes made beyond
the two week grace period will result in an "F" grade being recorded on your transcript for
that class. This policy is typical of all schools and colleges. You simply can not jump into
and out of classes at any time.

Any of the above class changes must be approved by the principal.

Class Fees
Classes in art, agriculture, auto, band, drivers ed., technology, and photography may carry a
lab fee. The fee is designed to defray the expenses of classes which use a great deal of
consumable materials. Fees must be paid within the first two weeks of class or a schedule
change may be initiated.

Grading System
Marsh Valley's grading system is as follows:

A 4.000 C- 1.667
A- 3.667 D+ 1.333
B+ 3.333 D 1.000
B 3.000 D- 0.667
B- 2.667 F 0.000
C 2.000

Other grades used may be "I" for incomplete.
Students need to work with individual teachers to take care of this.
Honor Graduates
"Graduates with Highest Honors" shall consist of those students maintaining a grade point
average of 3.9 or above for their four years of high school. "Graduates with Honor" shall
have maintained a grade point average of 3.7 or above. Special recognition will be given to
these students in the graduation program at Commencement Exercises.

Guidance and Counseling
A counselor is available to assist students in many ways including:
1. Helping to solve problems you might encounter at school.
2. Career and college planning.
3. Applying for college and vocational scholarships
4. Choosing a college, vocational school, or military training program.
5. Planning your high school schedule.
6. Class changes.
7. Registration and preparation for college entrance examinations.
8. Personal problems
9. Group counseling
10. Crisis counseling
11. Parent conferences

Media Services
The media center has been established for quiet study and reference work. The library is
available to all students. Books loaned may be kept for two weeks and are renewable for a
second two week period. Overdue books result in student fines (5 cents per day). Reference
books such as encyclopedias, dictionaries, etc. should not be taken from the media center.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Activity Cards
All students are expected to purchase the $30 activity card which provides free admission
to all regular season home athletic contests. It is also a requirement if you plan on being
involved with any of the school activity programs. All students must show their activity
card at all athletic activities and dances.

Students participating in Activities
Students who participate in Idaho High School Activity Association sponsored activities
must have passed from a previous grading period, a minimum of 5 classes (not counting
release time) in order to participate. If a student wanting to participate, has 4 passing
grades from the previous grading period, he/she must makeup the failing grade via on
line/correspondence etc. The class taken must be the same content matter as the class
failed. Student must complete and have a passing grade in the class before they may
participate in contests. Students need to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0. If student does
not have a 2.0, a graduation plan must be place and monitored to insure student remains on
track to graduate with his/her graduating class. At discretion of coach or advisor grading
rules may be stricter than state guidelines. Students must also have on file a signed doctors
physical before the first day of practice.
Transportation fees per year are $60 (first sport), $40 (second sport) $20 (third sport) or
$220 for family.

In order to practice or play in a game, a student must be in attendance one-half day unless
he/she was cleared through coach or principal.

Organization/Class Funds
All funds of each class or organization are deposited in the high school account
immediately upon acquisition and are credited to the proper organizational account. All
organization funds belong to the organization not to the individual students. Expenditures
from all such funds will be on official high school checks with appropriate signatures. This
will be done only after receipt of an appropriate invoice and purchase order with
appropriate signatures. Purchase orders can be picked up at the high school office.

Trips
All organizations requesting overnight travel must submit a request to the school board
subject to the following regulations:
1. All requests must be submitted in writing and signed by the principal.
2. These written requests should include all the following information:
a. dates of travel
b. method of transportation
c. names of chaperones
d. names of all students
e. outline of activities
f. financial summary
Requests should be at the district office one week prior to the scheduled board meeting.

Fund-raising
All fund raising by school groups must be approved by the administration. No student or
sponsor is authorized to make any contracts or agreements with a salesman or vendor
without approval from the administration. While fund raising is at times necessary, it is
believed that the school has a responsibility to the community to keep such activity at a
proper level.

STUDENT ATTENDANCE
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to be in attendance every day of school. Students who are in school
every day do better in school than those who don't attend regularly. Students are
encouraged to be in attendance at least 90% of the time that the subject is being taught.
Absences from class for any reason, other than school sponsored activity or parental
excuse, shall be counted when the percentage of attendance and consequent eligibility for
credit is calculated. If a student is absent it is their responsibility to see that a phone call or
a visit from a parent/guardian excuses them. Students not meeting the 90% attendance
requirement may not receive credit even though their grades are passing. 90% under a 4 day
week is defined as: 12 weeks x 4days = 48 days. 48 days x 90% = 43.2 days of attendance. 5
days of unexcused absences, the student will be considered for denial of credit.

A student is absent if he/she misses more than 10 minutes of class. The High School
Multi-Disciplinary Team will monitor student absences.
Once a student is checked out they may not be on campus.

Truancy
A truancy is an absence without the permission of the parents or school. Single class period
skips will also result in a truancy. A student who leaves the school grounds without checking
out through the office will be considered as truant. Students writing notes for other students
will be disciplined. Upon the first truancy, a conference will be held with the
parents/guardians and 1-2 hours of community service will be given. Upon a second
truancy, the student will attend truancy school and be required to pay the cost of the class.
Any additional truancy students will be referred to the courts and maybe suspended by
administration.

Tardies
A tardy will result when a student is not in their assigned place, when the tardy bell rings.
Any time a student enters a classroom tardy, causes a disruption in the learning
environment. Tardies will be given the first 10 minutes after the tardy bell rings. Those
that are more than 10 minutes late will be marked absent. If a student knows that a
situation will arise with a locker, restroom visits etc., check with your teacher first. If you
are detained by a teacher/counselor/administrator for less that the first ten minutes of class
the teacher/counselor/administrator may excuse you with a written note. If you are more
than 10 minutes late you will be marked absent. Students have five minutes between classes.
In extreme locations such as auto, performing arts or math building the teacher may allow
you and extra minute or two. This should be worked out with the teacher at the beginning
of the trimester. All teachers should hold their students in class until the dismiss bell rings.

Consequences

1st Tardy: Teacher warning
2nd Tardy: Teacher warning.
3rd Tardy: � hour teacher Detention
4th tardy 1 Hour of school Detention.
5th tardy or more: 1 Day Out of school suspension and "0": on all work.

Detention is defined as supervised time (Before school, after school or during lunch).
Detention may be, but not limited to, supervised study time or community service.
Detention time is set up by the teacher or administrator within a reasonable time of the
violation.

Failure to comply with discipline action within a reasonable amount of time or continued
violation will result in moving to the next step in the ladder of progression.

Excessive violations (five or more) in one class or (five or more) in several classes may
result in being cited for habitual truancy and suspension.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Bus Privileges
Good behavior on buses is essential in order for student safety to be maintained. Students
who violate the rules or misbehave on buses may lose bus riding privileges. All referrals of
high school students for bus infractions will be written up by the bus driver, a copy sent to
parents, and a copy to the administration. Students may be deprived of bus transportation
for a specific period of time or for the remainder of the school year at the discretion and
direction of the school administration and the bus supervisor.

Students traveling To Out-Of-Town Contests
Students traveling to out-of-town contests as a member of an extracurricular team, or any
other school sponsored organization must use the transportation provided by the school in
order to participate. Students riding buses to school activities are required to return on the
bus unless the parents request to the advisor that their child ride home with them.
Fighting
Students engaged in fighting at school or at any school function may be suspended and a
parent conference shall be held. Any fighting may result in criminal charges being filed by
the victims and the school. When a fight or disturbance during school hours or school
activity takes place off school property, the resource office will issue criminal charges for
disorderly conduct, assault etc. Every student is entitled to a safe and enjoyable experience
at school.

Behavior at Games
Students are expected to show good sportsmanship at all activities. No face painting,
artificial noise makers, or taunting of players will be tolerated. Violators may be removed
by the administration.

Student Dress and Grooming
Students shall dress in a manner that shows respect for the educational environment and is
befitting the day's activities. Student's clothing and jewelry must not present a health or
safety hazard or distraction, which would disrupt the educational mission. Disruption is
defined as reactions by other individuals to the clothing or adornment, which causes the
teacher/administrator to lose the attention of the students, to modify or cease instructional
activities, or deal with student confrontations or complaints.
1. Items that disrupt the educational mission shall not be allowed. Personal items such as
clothing, paraphernalia, jewelry, backpacks, fanny packs, gym bags, water bottles, etc. shall
be free of writing, pictures, or any other insignias, which are crude, vulgar, profane, violent,
or sexually suggestive.
2. Items which bear advertising, promotions and likeness of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs or
which are contrary to the educational mission shall not be allowed.
3. All students shall maintain their hair, mustaches, sideburns, and beards in a clean,
well-groomed manner. Hair, which is so conspicuous, extreme, odd in color or style that it
draws undue attention, disrupts, or tends to disrupt or interfere with the learning
atmosphere at the school, shall not be allowed. Hair, male or female, must be groomed so
that the hair does not obstruct the students eyes. Violators will be asked to fix their
hairstyle and could be disciplined.
4. All students shall wear clean clothing. Clothing, jewelry, accessories and piercing, which
are so conspicuous, extreme, or odd that they may draw undue attention, disrupt, or tend to
disrupt, interfere with or pose a health or safety issue to the learning atmosphere at the
school, shall not be allowed.
5. Students shall not wear clothes that are mutilated, cut off or immodest. E.g., short
shorts, mini skirts, bare midriffs, halter-tops, spaghetti straps, tank shirts, pajamas, or
similar clothing. Clothing shall cover the midriff, underwear, backs, and cleavage at all
times. Skirts, dresses and shorts must be at least mid-thigh length or longer when seated.
Pants should be pulled up. No low riders. No underwear showing.
6. Parts of uniforms with official insignias (not emblems) or insignias alone representing
any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces or insignias that do not reflect the dignity of learning,
modesty, and the principles of education are not to be worn.
7. Headgear (hats, headbands, hoods etc.) of any kind is not allowed within any of the
school buildings 15 minutes before school, during school and 15 minutes after school except
as part of an approved activity, or for religious, or medical purposes.
8. School officials may require students to wear certain types of clothing for health or
safety reasons in connection with certain specialized activities.
9. Gang-related clothing, colors, scarfs, and paraphernalia shall not be allowed in schools or
activities. School officials will determine what constitutes gang clothing, colors, and
paraphernalia after consultation with law enforcement agencies as needed.
10. Shoes shall be worn at all times to insure personal safety and hygiene.

Student Safety Precautions
Marsh Valley High School and School District are legally responsible for the safety and care
of its students while on school grounds during the school day and at all school functions.
1. Students are required to sign out at the office before leaving school for any reason and
must have a visit or call from a parent/guardian stating their approval for the student to
leave school.
2. Students will not be allowed visitors from outside the school domain during school hours
unless prior approved arrangements have been made and with appropriate identification.
3. Messages to students will be passed on at a convenient time and in a relevant manner.
4. Because of liability and safety necessities, skateboards, roller blades, roller skates, squirt
guns, and water balloons are not allowed on campus. Snowball throwing is also not allowed.
5. No hackee sacks are allowed in the building.
6. Student visitors are not allowed.

Lunch Room
All lunches are to be eaten in the lunch room. We expect students to help keep the campus
clean and free of litter.

Computer Use
We are excited to have the Internet available to students for research. It has opened the
world to MVHS students. Unfortunately, there are sites on the Internet that are
inappropriate for students. We have in place software that does not allow students into
improper areas. Even with these in place students can sometimes find ways around the
software. If a student finds themselves in an inappropriate area they should notify the
teacher immediately so a block can be placed on that site. There will be no discipline
action. Software allows us to track every students areas of use. If a student is found
otherwise to be in an inappropriate area they will be disciplined:
First Offense: Suspended for up to 5 days from school, no Internet access for 60 school
days at MVHS, and dismissal from class with an F grade.
Second Offense: Suspended for 5 days, no Internet access at MVHS indefinitely, and
dismissal from class with an F grade.
Third Offense: Suspended for 5 days, recommended to the school board for expulsion.
We are serious about doing our part to ensure that students have a good experience on the
Internet and disciplining those few students that choose to use it for other inappropriate
purposes.

Student Conduct
We are proud of the students at MVHS; however, at times students for one reason or
another find the need to conduct themselves in a manner not acceptable to the school. Our
goal is to provide an atmosphere where all students can adhere to the idea that "Students
have a right to learn; and Teachers have a right to teach." MVHS and school district.
Policy states that :1. Using, possessing, selling, giving, or being under the influence of
illegal drugs including alcohol, and/or possession of drug paraphernalia will result in the
suspension, expulsion, and/or legal action.
2. Physical or verbal abuse on another student, visitor, or school employee will not be
tolerated
3. Smoking, use or possession of any tobacco product or facsimile is prohibited on campus.
Students in violation will be referred to authorities
and charges filed. A parent conference will also be held. Second offense will result in
suspension, parent conference, and citation from the police.
4. Disobedience, disrespect, or open defiance of proper authority will not be permitted.
Any student who disrupts the learning environment will be referred for proper disciplinary
action.
5. Vandalism, the willful destruction or defacing of school or other's personal property will
not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to suspension, expulsion, restitution, and/or legal
consequences.
6. Tampering with the emergency systems of any kind is against the law. Violators will be
referred to appropriate legal authorities and suspended.
7. Scholastic dishonesty, which includes, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, or
unlawful copyright violation, as well as presenting work done by someone else as original.
Also, included would be tampering with any school files, grades, or programs on teacher's
computers in an unauthorized manner.(Students should be aware of their teacher's policies
relative to scholastic dishonesty).
8. Engaging in verbal abuse, i.e. name calling, ethnic or racial slurs, sexual harassment,
threats or any derogatory statements addressed publicly to others that may precipitate
disruption of the educational environment. This also includes profanity, vulgar language, or
obscene gestures toward other students, school personnel, general public, or visitors during
school time or activities will not be tolerated. Both federal and state laws prohibit sex
discrimination in employment and in school. Sexual harassment is "unwanted sexual
conduct which interferes with your ability to do your job" It can be Visual, such as displays
of pornographic material. Sexually suggestive pictures or objects, which are displayed in a
work (school) often embarrass or humiliate employees (students). These displays focus on
men or women as sexual objects rather than as people capable of accomplishing work.
9. Physical or verbal hazing or initiations of any kind is forbidden.
10. MP3 players, IPODS, or headsets are not allowed for student use unless teacher
approval . Such items will be confiscated and returned upon parental request if used without
teacher approval.
11. .Public Display of Affection: Anything beyond holding hands is not appropriate for the
school setting including school hours, entire campus, and school sponsored activities. First
offense will be an administrative warning. Second offense will be an administrative meeting
and parent conference. Third offense will result in suspension from school.
12. Student hall passes are provided in the back of this book. In order for the student to
leave class, the teacher must fill out and sign that page in the appropriate spot. If the
student does not have his/her own handbook for the teacher to sign, the student must stay
in class. Students are allowed twelve passes per trimester. After twelve passes are used, the
student will not be allowed to leave class. Students on office or teacher errand must have a
school provided hall pass. Students are not allowed to interrupt classes in session. A student
found outside of class during class time without a signed handbook or without a school hall
pass will be given a verbal warning and immediately sent back to class. Each offense will be
reported to the office. On the second offense and every offense thereafter, the student will
receive in-school suspension.
13. CELL PHONE POLICY
A. Students may possess cell phones while in school and at school activities. All devices will
be turned off, not used and out of site during regular class time which includes assemblies and
meetings. This includes texting.
B. Students may use cell phones between class times and during their lunch.
C. Cameras and other devices with photography capabilities will not be in view of others or
used while a student is in a restroom, dressing room, classroom or any other location where
photography may be inappropriate.
D. Any inappropriate use of cell phones or other devices to threaten or harass other
students or school employees or cheating will result in immediate confiscation of the
device. Law enforcement will be notified and in-school or out of school suspension will also
be given.
E Cell phones and other devices that are confiscated for inappropriate use at school may be
searched and information stored in the devices may be used in disciplining students.
MVHS's Consequences for use of cell phones, pagers, devices containing cameras and other
electronic devices.

No warning will be given. Cell phone or device will be confiscated and taken to the office.
Cell phone will be held in the office for 7 days and then returned to the student upon
student request. If a student wants to receive the device back prior to the seven days,
student will pay $20 cash to the office, receive a receipt and shown to the principal and
phone will be returned. Otherwise student may pick up phone after 7 days. No exceptions
to this policy.

Money received from the policy will be used in student incentive programs.

If student will not turn over the device intact to the school official asking for it, an
immediate suspension for insubordination will be given by the principal. Students may not
turn in dummy devices with battery or memory card removed. If this occurs student will be
suspended for insubordination.

Student losing device because of #5 could face criminal charges, suspension and/or
expulsion. Student could also lose cell phone privileges for remainder of the school year.
14. The administration may when necessary recommend suspension and/or expulsion for a
student who during school or any school sponsored activity or on any part of the school
campus :
** Commits any act which is in violation of the law.
** Commits extortion or forcing of an individual to act through the threat of force.
** Commits behavior which is detrimental to the welfare, safety, or morals of other
students, or school personnel.
** Commits lying or giving of false information to a school employee.

Weapons
Marsh Valley School District has a "Zero Tolerance" for students who bring to school, or
onto school property, or to any school sponsored activity, or has in their possession during
school or a school activity a: firearm, knife, dagger, metal knuckles, or other deadly or
dangerous weapons. Students in violation of this policy will be expelled according to school
policy. In addition, any student who threatens or harms any other student or school district
personnel will be recommended for expulsion of not less than one year. Any student who
possesses a facsimile of a weapon may be recommended for expulsion.

Parking
Driving a car to school is a privilege. Students shall obey all traffic laws and adhere to
school policy. Failure to follow traffic rules and policies of the school will result in loss of
driving privileges. All students must park in Performing Arts Center front parking area. No
students may have vehicles behind the main building, in front of the main building and the
west side of Performing Arts Center (where busses load and unload).