This institution in compliance with Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and other Federal laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services

PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES

ADMINISTRATION

GRADING SCALE

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

THE SCHOOL DAY

BELL SCHEDULE FOR THE SCHOOL DAY

VICTOR E. STEWART LIBRARY INFORMATION

HIGH SCHOOL POLICIES AND REGULATIONS

ATTENDANCE

DEFINITIONS

EXCUSED

PARENT PERMISSION

UNEXCUSED

STEPS TO FOLLOW WHEN ABSENT FROM SCHOOL

ATTENDANCE POLICY (STUDENTS 18 OR OLDER)

TARDINESS

ILLNESS AT SCHOOL

LEAVING CAMPUS

TRUANCY

TRUANCY WILL RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING PENALTIES

LUNCH

NO SMOKING POLICY

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE RELATED DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES

DRESS CODE FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

SUSPENSION (OUT-OF-SCHOOL)

TYPES OF ACTION FOR WHICH A STUDENT MAY BE SUSPENDED

SUSPENSION (STUDENT DISCIPLINE CENTER)

ARTICLES PROHIBITED IN THE SCHOOL

CHEATING POLICY

LOCKERS

DRILLS

FIRE DRILLS

BOMB THREAT DRILL

TORNADO DRILL

BUS REGULATIONS

PARKING

OFFICE

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PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES

We sanction the belief that learning is a never-ending process and that a secondary education should be available to all youth, both as a right and as a privilege.

We believe the function of the modern secondary school should be to teach the student fundamental skills, effective study habits, and self-discipline because in a democracy and in a complex society citizens should be proficient, efficient, and diligent.

Moreover, we believe that schools, home and communities are interrelated, and that most favorable results are obtained when they cooperate in providing educational opportunities so each may profit from the student's educational experience.

We also believe it is incumbent upon the school to support and teach the fundamental concepts of American democracy. Furthermore, we believe that maximum learning takes place in an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding among students, homes, and schools.

With our philosophy of education as a foundation, Southside High School should direct itself toward achieving the following objectives:

1. To relate the education program to current knowledge of the nature of youth by basing it on standards which acknowledge individual differences and to extend opportunities in order that each student may develop to a maximum his mental, emotional, physical, and social capabilities and as a result strengthen his moral values.

2. To equip each individual student with the necessary tools to enable him to become a contributing member of society responsive to the needs of himself and society.

3. To include in the curriculum programs which meet the student's needs, interests, and abilities and provide the necessary foundation for each student to achieve his maximum educational goals.

4. To impart to the student a recognition of the dignity of work and to provide opportunities for him to develop vocational skills along with attitudes and concepts conducive to making the individual an intelligent an productive contributor to economic life.

5. To provide opportunities for the student to develop appreciation of the beauty in nature as well as in literature, art, and music, and to instill a desire to express himself through these.

6. To allow for the growth of the student in his ability to think in logical and rational terms, to express his thoughts with clarity and coherence, and to read and listen with maximum comprehension.

7. To afford the student the opportunity to gain an understanding of the language, history and culture of other peoples.

8. To help the student acquire an understanding of his American heritage and an appreciation of and a respect for the rights and privileges granted to him and to all citizens in a democracy.

9. To provide an understanding of mathematics and the science, their methods, their influences, and their impact on man in the modern world.

10. To instill a knowledge and appreciation of our earth and an understanding of its limits to support us.

11. To assist the parents and community in building and maintaining the highest possible level of health in each student by offering a program intended to promote good health and physical fitness.

COMMITTEE

C. Ray Baker, Chairman

Stan Cate

Mrs. Gloria Goodsell

Mrs. Nancy Gordin

Mrs. Dorothy Minick

Miss Sherry Stockton, Secretary

Miss Coralie Watts, Student

MISSION STATEMENT

It is the mission of Southside High School to provide an educational program that enables our students to learn, achieve, succeed and become proficient in reading, writing and math. Southside High School is dedicated to providing quality and equitable educational opportunities for all students that will help them realize their academic potential, become productive citizens, and prepare for their futures.

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ADMINISTRATION

The administrative staff at Southside includes the principal and three assistant principals.

The principal coordinates all activities of the school and makes final decisions on matters which arise. He has the responsibility of keeping the school running smoothly by ironing out the myriad of daily problems.

The assistant principals handle discipline and maintain attendance records for all students. They are responsible for campus security and assist the principal in the day to day operation of the school.

The guidance department includes the Director of Guidance and three counselors. They help to prepare students for the transition from high school to work or college and assist them in mapping out their course of study. They also supply information concerning careers and conduct various aptitude tests which guide them in aiding students.

The counselors have numerous catalogs, pamphlets, books and occupational files which are available to students in choosing their vocations. When individual questions arise about college or a career, the counselors discuss these files with the student.

The administrative staff and counselors are always willing to meet with parents to discuss the student's problems and to attempt to solve them.

To maintain school records and aid teachers and students, Southside employs full time office personnel. They are the registrar, attendance secretaries, principal's secretary, general office secretary, guidance secretary, financial secretary, and library secretary.

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VICTOR E. STEWART LIBRARY INFORMATION

The Victor E. Stewart Library contains over 17,000 volumes and subscribes to approximately 100 periodicals and 3 newspapers. The library automation program is Winnebago Spectrum. For research purposes students may use library computers to access the Internet, periodical databases, and CD-ROM programs. Additional reference materials include five years of back issue magazines and vertical file information on a variety of topics. College and career information is available through the Discover Program.

Library hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:30 to 3:30 on Friday. Study hall and lunch permits may be obtained from the library staff. Student library cards are valid until graduation. Students must pay $1.50 to replace a lost or stolen card. The check out limit is three books. If books are not returned by the date due a fine of $.05 per each overdue day will be assessed. Reference books may be checked out overnight and are due by 8:00 a.m. the next school day. A fine of $1.00 per day is assessed for overdue reference books. The charge for a lost book is 1.25 times the current price of the book. A printer and copier are available for student use in gathering information for reports and research papers at a charge of $.10 per page copied.

Students are asked to abide by all classroom, school, and library policies and procedures when working, studying, or reading in the library.

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