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Student Handbook

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

        On behalf of the faculty, support staff and administration, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to Beverly High School.  This handbook has been developed to provide information on regulations and student activities enabling readers to become better-informed school citizens.

        Beverly High School thrives on the active participation of all its members through intellectual pursuits and/or the rewarding involvement in co-curricular or extra-curricular programs.   At BHS, you will have the opportunity to reach your full potential as a student.

        Students are an important part of our educational community.  Through Class Officers, the Student Government, Site Council,Student Advisors to the Beverly School Committee, and School Council, student opinion can help shape our school climate and promote constructive change.  School activities have been created to help students to develop their interests and talents and add to a positive school culture.  Do your part to make Beverly High School the best it can possibly be.

        This is your school, a place where you will spend four very important years, years that will never again be duplicated.  Take this opportunity to get involved in challenging and worthwhile activities.

 

Mr. Mark Thomas
Principal


Beverly High School

Vision of the Graduate

 

Beverly High School graduate is a  problem solver who thinks critically and communicates effectively.

The graduate exhibits responsibility and empathy in attitude and behavior.

The graduate understands the importance of inclusivity and community engagement.

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

I.  Academics

 

Registration of New Students

Enrollment – Homeless Students

Academic Integrity

Aspen Portal

Resolving Concerns

Student Records

Grade Retention

Educational Trips

Technology

Digital Etiquette

Website

Connect Ed

Electronic Devices

Learning Expectations and Grades

Schedule Change/Drop-Add

Report Cards

Conferences and Extra Help

        Rubrics

 

II. Attendance

 

Absences

Tardiness

Dismissal

Notification by Parents

Leaving School without Permission

Truancy

Planned Absences

Interventions

Emergency Services

Transfers

Weather Emergencies

School Choice

        Fourth Quarter Attendance for Seniors

        Senior Privilege Pass

 

III. Student Responsibilities

 

Care of School and Personal Property

School Bus Safety

Bicycles, Blades, Heelys, Scooters and Skateboards

Appropriate Dress

Assemblies

Cafeteria Rules 

Cell phones

Textbooks and Library Books

        Backpack Policy

        

        Classroom Permissions

 

IV. Conduct and Discipline

 

Discrimination and Harassment Policy

 

Bullying and Intervention Policy

Hazing Policy

Procedures for Reporting Complaints about Harassment and Hazing

Violence Prevention

Memorandum of Understanding 

Incident Reports

Searches

Smoking/Vaping

Infractions

Detention

Suspension

Due Process Rights

False Alarms

Dance Regulations

 

V. Health, Safety and Wellness

 

Fire and Safety Drills

Evacuation and Lockdown Plans

Emergency Cards

Child Abuse and Neglect

Communicable Diseases

Illness/Injuries

Medications at School

Nutrition and Food Allergies

Volunteers

Visitors

Animals

Student Restraint

Elevator Policy

Students Identifying as Transgender

Physical Education 

Recycling

Working Papers

        Fundraisers

 

VI. Student and Family Support

 

School Council

PTO

City-Wide PTO

Educational Plan/504 Plan

Special Education

Title I

English Language Learners

Behavioral Health

BSST

Breakfast and Lunch

Extracurricular Activities

Guidance

School Crisis Team

Policy Regarding Pregnant Students

Posters and Signs

        Student Publications