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Green Canyon High School
2960 North Wolfpack Way
North Logan, Utah
435-792-9300 Main Office/Attendance
435-563-9305 Counseling
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Green Canyon High School
Is committed to achieving excellence in
Purpose, Attitude, Connections, Knowledge
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INDEX
Title Page 1
Index 2
Student Council Message 3
School Songs 4
Student with Disabilities Notice 5
Administration, Guidance, Faculty, Staff` 6
Bell Schedule 9
School Calendar 10
Extra Curricular 11
Section I: STUDENT GUIDELINES
Conduct in Building, Dress Standards 22
Citizenship/Behavior 24
Attendance Policy 29
Section II: A PLANNED SCHOOL PROGRAM
Class Changes, Class Change Policy, Counseling Services 35
Credits, Options for Making up Credit 36
Grading and Reports 37
Program Load, Honor Roll, Scholarships
Section III: GENERAL INFORMATION
Assemblies, Asthma Inhaler, Awards 38
Bookstore 40
Buses, The Wanderer, Cell Phones
Clubs 41
Computer Use, Constitution, Dances, Electronic Devices 43
Dances, Electronic Devices, Extra-Curricular Participation 44
Ferpa, Firebell, Hall Passes 46
Lockers, Lunch, Library, Lost & Found, 47
Aides , Office Summons, Public Address System 48-49
School Rings, Skateboards 50
Spectator Support Rules, Student Elections 50
Student Parking, Student Body Cards, Student with Disabilities 51
Student Discrimination
Telephones, Visitors, Refunds 53
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Welcome Wolves!
We are excited to start this new school year.
This year we are focusing on bringing Green
Canyon together and creating the best of
friends and making the best of memories.
See you soon!
Green Canyon’s Executive Council
Conrad Anhder, Student Body
President
Seth Bennion, Student Body Vice
President
Brooklyn Fowers, Student Body
Secretary
Cameron Carlson, Student Body
Historian
Ian Durrant, Student Body
Executive
Tyler Johnson, Student Body
Executive
Jonah Olson, Student Body
Executive
Chad Yorgason, Student Body
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SCHOOL SONG
Our valley home 'neath the mountain strong
Will remain within my heart.
The silver and green, our colors gleam,
Holding memories that ne'er will part
Green Canyon High, Green Canyon High
The friends we've made are true.
And in all we've learned and in all we've shared, the strength of
the pack shines through.
With courage strong, and a knowledge bright, when united we
will win the fight.
Together strong, and brave and true, we are loyal through and
through.
Green Canyon High, Green Canyon High
The friends we've made are true.
And in all we've learned and in all we've shared, the strength of
the pack is you!
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ATTENTION: STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Students, if you have a disability that may require
accommodations, i.e. modifications in testing,
assignments, grading, etc., please contact your
teachers(s) immediately (first week of class, if possible).
Accommodations will be made for all students with
documented disabilities. Please contact your school
counselor or administrator for other related information
concerning accommodation or assistance, including
procedures which may apply according to the procedural
safeguards under the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act.
It is the policy of the Cache County School District and
Green Canyon High School that there will be no
discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race,
color, gender, marital status, religion, ethnic background,
national origin, age, creed, citizenship, or disability in any
education program or activity. If such discrimination
occurs, please contact your teacher, your counselor,
and/or your administrators.
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ADMINISTRATION
Principal David Swenson
Vice Principal Randy Bennion
Vice Principal M. Shane Jones
GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
Max Jones A to F
Clint Fullmer G to M
Jennifer Hartman N to Z
FACULTY
Katy Anderson Language Arts, Colorguard
Scott Anderson Language Arts, Ceramics
Craig Anhder Financial Lit, PE, Football
Brittany Bailey Agriculture, Dance
Terrell Baldwin Social Studies, Golf
Randall Beach Band
John Bedingfield Math
Alexis Bird English/ Girls Basketball
Shelley Blakely French
Aubrey Bracken Math
Monique Carslen Speech
Christi Carroll Language Arts
Andy Chaparro Agriculture, Swimming
Kelsey Chlarson Special Education
Patrick Clark Orchestra
Mark Cowley Science
Judy Done Foreign Language
Alison Ence Business
Maggie Gardner Special Education
Doyle Geddes Language Arts, Soccer/Basketball
Gordon Geddes Psychology
Stacie Gomm Multimedia
Christie Hansen English
Paul Hardy Chemistry
Robert Hoggan Math
Beckie Jardine Special Education
Tracey Jenson FACS
Erma Jones Librarian
Malayna Knowles Social Studies/Volleyball
Nan Koebbe Math/Cheer
Tessa Kunz Language Arts
Kayla Lee Math
Christopher MacMurdo Science
Dan McClure MAP/ Boys Basketball
Juilanne Meikle Spanish/Social Studies
Jeff Nebeker Art
Greg Nichols Science
Gordon Peer Debate/Social Studies
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Darren Perkes Language Arts
Pam Pierson FACS
Sven Rasmussen Health/PE/Soccer
Mike Rigby Social Studies
Adam Riggs Spanish
Ronen Sebag Special Education
Dena Sessions Math
David Sidwell Drama/English
Kaili Snow Math
Jared Storrs Woods/Robotics/Cross County/CTE
Missy Stuart PE/Health/Athletic Director
Stephanie Swainston Math
Eden Swensen Special Education
Karen Teuscher Choir
Rick Thorne Social Studies
Dalen Van Wagoner PE/Track
Kyler Webb Social Studies
Ryan Webb Spanish/Language Arts/Wrestling
SECRETARIES
Heather Berentzen Receptionist
Sandie Nyman Registrar
Mitzi Hatch Financial-Accounts Receivable
Michelle Downs Attendance
Missy Perkes Lunch
Wendy Balls Administrative Assistant
CAFETERIA
Stacy Law Supervisor
Julia Buttars Cook
Tammy Higgs Cook
Michelle Hullinger Cook
Maria Simmons Cook
AIDES
Kelsey Larsen Scholarship Aide
Luann Browning Copy Center Aide
Tina Baggaley Writing Lab Specialist
TBD Special Education
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CUSTODIAL
Rex Egbert Supervisor
Frank Ashcroft Custodian
Scott Gilgen Custodian
Justin Nelson Custodian
MIke Stokes Custodian
Don Rindlisbacher Custodian
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GREEN CANYON HIGH SCHOOL
REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE
MONDAY - THURSDAY
7:55 Warning Bell
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st
Period 8:00 - 9:05 65 min.
2
nd
Period 9:10 - 10:15 65 min.
3
rd
Period 10:20 - 11:30 70 min. (Announcements)
RoCK Hour 11:30 - 12:25 65 min.
4
th
Period 12:30 - 1:35 65 min.
5
th
Period 1:40 - 2:45 65 min.
FRIDAY
7:55 Warning Bell
1
st
Period 8:00 - 8:55 55 min.
2
nd
Period 9:00 - 9:55 55 min.
3
rd
Period 10:00 - 11:00 60 min (Announcements)
RoCK Time 11:00 - 11:30 30 min.
4
th
Period 11:35 - 12:30 55 min.
5
th
Period 12:35 - 1:30 55 min.
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SCHOOL CALENDAR (2017-2018)
Soph. & Fresh Orientation (Wolfpack Academy) Tuesday, August 22
First day of classes Wednesday, August 23
Labor Day (No School) Monday September 4
Parent/Teacher Conf. Mon.Tues Oct. 9-10
UEA Fall Break (No School) Thurs.-Fri., Oct. 19-20
Professional Development (No School) Friday, September 22
Thanksgiving (No School) Wed. .Fri., Nov. 22-24
Christmas Vacation (No School) Fri. Dec. 25 Mon.Jan.2
Parent/Teacher Conf. Mon.-Tues January 22-23
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No School) Monday, January 15
Professional Development (No School) Friday, February 16
President's Day (No School) Monday, February 19
Snow Make-Up Day Mon.-Tues. April 2-3
Spring Vacation (No School) Wed.-Fri., April 4-6
Parent/Teacher Conf. Mon.-Tues., April 16 17
Graduation Wednesday, May 30
Last Day of School Friday, June 1
(1st Trimester) Aug. 23 Nov. 20= 60 days
(2nd Trimester) Nov. 21 Mar. 1 = 60 days
(3rd Trimester) Mar. 2June 1 = 60 days
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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
At Green Canyon High School, we believe that extra-curricular
activities aid students to: develop life-long skills and talents;
demonstrate positive attitudes and integrity; learn the value of fair and
honest competition; and, develop self-esteem. Extra-curricular
opportunities include: student leadership, publications; organizations,
councils and societies; curricular clubs and non-curricular clubs; and
activities sponsored by the Utah High Schools Activities Association.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
Conrad Anhder President
Seth Bennion Vice President
Brooklyn Fowers Secretary
Cameron Carlson Historian
Ian Durran Executive
Tyler Johnson Executive
Jonah Olson Executive
Chad Yorgason Executive
Gordon Geddes Advisor
SENIOR CLASS
Karson Checketts President
Tyson Payne Vice President
Coleman Murray Secretary
Dakota Oldham Historian
Kaili Snow/Missy Stuart Advisor
JUNIOR CLASS
Hadlie Huskinson President
Sidnee Hoopes Vice President
Taybree Ballard Secretary
Katy Anderson Advisor
SOPHOMORE CLASS
McKay Yorgason President
Bryson Newswander Vice President
Kaitlyn Hoffman Secretary
Stephanie Swainston Advisor
FRESHMAN CLASS
Nikkolas Perkes Freshman Rep
Brook Watkins Freshman Rep
Laura Lee Freshman Rep
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CHEERLEADERS
Mallory Christensen Cambrie Harris
Katie Craig RaeLyn Humphreys
Kamryn Curtis Nikayla Knoppel
McKenzie Farley Makenna Naegle
Emily Francis Emmie Parkinson
Amanda Griffin Emily Plowman
Brynndi Griffin Alexa Tyndall
Malloree Gunnell Catherine Wilkerson
A-PACK
Elle Robinson President
Carson Hawes Vice President
Saydi Huskinson Vice President
Henry Nguyen Vice President
Michelle Felix Vice President
Tyler Robinson Vice President
Alexis Bird/Mark Cowley Advisors
AMBASSADOR
Bethany Anderson Laurel Jenkins
Libbie Anderson Brenna Jones
Marie Anderson Savannah Larson
Savannah Burnard Julia Martin
Landon Burt Melissa Mohlman
Gavin Cannon Sophie Oppermann
Miranda Cardon Stockton Porter
Jessica Cowley Jordan Pruhs
Emily Gibert Madison Randall
Tacy Gittins Payton Smith
Rachel Gunther MacKenzie Spencer
Kaitlyn Hinton Marianne Young
Bryant Israelsen
SCHOOL PUBLICATION-YEARBOOK
TBA
Libbie Anderson Editor in Chief
Craig Anhder Advisor
GREEN CANYON HOWLER
School Newspaper
TBD Editor-in-chief
Tessa Kunz Advisor
THE WANDERER
Literary Magazine
TBD Editor
Tessa Kunz Advisor
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ORGANIZATIONS/COUNCILS/SOCIETIES
ACADEMIC OLYMPIAD COUNCIL
Lexi Fadel
Marie Anderson
Kjerity Hdgson
Andrew Kramer
Advisor
Seth Wilcox
Connor Pugmire
Montana Cragun
Adisyn Brown
Nan Koebbe
BAND STAFF
Band Director Randall Beach
Head Drum Major Jaren Newswander
Assistant Drum Major: Madi Randall
CAPTAINS:
Brass Captain: Weston Johnson
Woodwind Captain: Emily Anne Fowles
Percussion Captain: Jace Bingham
Colorguard Captain: Rachel Gunther
Colorguard Captain: Sabrina Barrena
SECTION LEADERS:
Flute: Emily Anne Fowles
Clarinet: Emily Bennett
Saxophones/Low Woodwinds Holly Thompson
Trumpet Andrew Fowles
Mellophone Dallin Parker
Trombone/Baritone Weston Johnson/Katelyn Parker
Tuba Caleb Vineyard
Snare Jace Bingham
Tenor Bryson Hackler
Bass: Alana Spence
Pit: AJ Beach, Ashley Pedersen
BAND COUNCIL:
President Marianne Young
Members Sarah Orr
Members Choe Benson
Drumline Rep Dillon Clark
Colorguard Rep Montana Cragun
AURORA
President Simone Amussen
Vice President Emma Trauntvein
Secretary Shelby Jenkins
Historian Becca Funk
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ANTHEM
President Kadie Kunz
Secretary Ashley Regen
Historian Christina Hawley
Social Seth Wilkinson
CRESCENDO
President Bethany Anderson
Vice President Josh Geertson
Secretary Garrett Richardson
Historian Sarah Gardener
Fundraising/Tenor Section Leader Nate Bohman
Publicity Rylan Draper
Women’s Section Leader Nicole Christensen
Bass Section Leader Jeff Evans
Social Andi Smith
Advisor Karen Teuscher
GOVERNOR’S YOUTH COUNCIL
President MIchelle Hill
Vice President Caleb Hall
District Representative Faith Locke
District Representative Collins Nelson
Secretary Becca Ivans
Public Relations Kenna Falslev
Public Relations Libby Jackson
Historian Gina Jenson
Advisor Jessica Shipley
Advisor Danielle Lawrence
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
President Libbie Anderson
Vice President Landon Burt
Secretary Alexis Fadel
Sr. Representative Joseph Halling
Sr. Representative Kamryn James
Sr. Representative Olivia Larsen
Sr. Representative Brody Low
Jr. Representative Celina Cevilla
Jr. Representative Seth Wilcox
Advisor Gordon Peer
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ORCHESTRA COUNCIL
President Rylan Draper
Vice President Kate Wilhelm
Secretary Phoenix Davis
THESPIAN COUNCIL
President Jaren Ray
Vice President Bethany Anderson
Clerk Kira Shelton
Secretary Brynn Francis
Historian Sarah Gardner
Props Master Benjamin Peterson
Costumes Master Macy Lemon
Fundraising Specialist Brenna Jones
Activities & Events Master Ryan Maughan
Publicity Master Amira Smith
Director, Special Projects Sarah Cole
Head Techie Amira Smith
Advisor David Sidwell
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CURRICULAR CLUBS
ART CLUB
President Abigayl Clark
Advisor Jeff Nebeker
BOB ROSS ART CLUB
President Carson Ballard
Advisor Jeff Nebeker
CHINESE
President Abby Israelsen
Advisor Judy Done
FBLA
President Landon Burt
Vice President Jeff Merrill
Treasurer Kaitlyn Hinton
Public Relations Emily Lowder
Secretary Tyson Lowder
Historian Casey Bedinfield
Advisor Alison Ence
FCCLA
President Laurel Jenkins
Advisor Tracey Jenson/Pam Pierson
FFA
President Breanna Buttars
Advisor Brittany Bailey
Advisor Andy Chaparro
FRENCH CLUB
Co-President Libbie Andersen
Co-President Rachel Gunther
Advisor Shelley Blakely
GERMAN CLUB
President Sam Ercanbrack
Advisor Judy Done
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HOSA
President Tacy Gittins
Advisor Dan McClure
MEN’S CHOIR
President Jaren Ray
Vice President Garrett Richardson
Advisor Karen Teuscher
MODEL UN
President Brody Lowe
Advisor Gordon Peer
READERS OF THE PACK
President Bethany Anderson
Advisor Erma Jones
SPANISH CLUB
President Chase Petersen
Advisor Juli Meikle
WE THE PEOPLE
Co Captain Montanna Cragun
Co Captain Sophia Birkner
Co Captain Sierra Kline
Advisor Mike Rigby
WRITING WARRIORS
President Marcus Crosby
Advisor Darren Perkes
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NON-CURRICULAR CLUBS
6th HOUR DANCE CLUB
President Isaac Olsen
Advisor Stephanie Swainston
Advisor Tessa Kunz
A.R.K.S. Acts of Kindness
President Bethany Anderson
Advisor Alison Ence
BOWLING
President Payton Jones
Advisor Shane Jones
CHESS CLUB
President Christopher Carroll
Advisor Rob Hoggan
CROQUET CLUB
President Kaitlin Hinton
Advisor Kaili Snow
GCHS ESPORTS CLUB-COMP. GAMING
President Jessica Barfuss
Advisor Alison Ence
GCHS KEY CLUB
President Makenna Naegle
Advisor Robert Hoggan
GYC, GOV. YOUTH COUNCIL
President MIchelle Hill
Vice President Kaleb Hall
District Representative Faith Locke
District Representative Collins Nelson
Secretary Becca Ivans
Public Relations Kenna Falslev
Public Relations Libby Jackson
Historian Gina Jenson
Advisor Jessica Shipley
Advisor Danielle Lawrence
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GAINZ CLUB (WEIGHT LIFTING)
President Moses Diaz
Advisor Rick Thorne
GAME CLUB
President Caleb Moritz
Advisor Chris MacMurdo
GREEN LIFE CLUB, ENVIRONMENTAL
Advisor TBA
HAMMOCKING
President Derek Lee
Advisor Rick Thorne
HARRY POTTER CLUB
President Tyler Johnson
Advisor Gordon Geddes
HOCKEY
President Payton Durtschi
Advisor Jared Storrs
ICEBURG LETTUCE CLUB
President TBA
Advisor Gordon Geddes
IMPROV CLUB
President TBA
Advisor David Sidwell
K-POP KOREAN POP MUSIC
President TBA
Advisor Ryan Webb
LACROSSE (BOYS)
President Joseph Halling
Advisor Darren Perkes
LACROSSE (GIRLS)
President Jaycee Atkinson
Advisor Missy Stuart
LIGHTLY SALTED SMASH CLUB (COMPUTER GAMING)
Co-President Tanner Schultz
Advisor Randall Beach
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NOODLE CLUB
President Rachel Dixon
Advisor Judy Done
PING PONG CLUB
President Derek Lee
Advisor Rick Thorne
PUPPETRY CLUB
President TBD
Advisor David Sidwell
RACQUET CLUB
President Hadlie Huskinson
Advisor Alexis Bird
SCHOLARSHIP CLUB
President Sophie Opperman
Advisor Kelsey Larsen
SMOOTHIE CLUB
Co-President Taya Carling
Co-President Madi Burnard
Advisor Tracey Jenson
STAND FOR COURAGE
President TBA
Advisor Mrs. Shipley
TE JINZA CLUB (HACKY SACK)
President TBD
Advisor Done
UKULELE CLUB
Advisor Randall Beach
ULTIMATE FRISBEE CLUB
President Henry Nguyen
Advisor Jared Storrs
WORLD JOY
President Stockton Porter
Advisor Jody Porter
YO YO CLUB
President TBD
Advisor Gordon Geddes
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UTAH HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION
Baseball Kyler Webb
Basketball (Boys) Dan McClure
Basketball (Girls) Alexis Bird
Cheerleading Nan Koebbe
Choral Karen Teuscher
Cross Country Jared Storrs
Drama David Sidwell
Drill Team Samantha Rampersad
Football Craig Anhder
Forensics/Debate Gordon Peer
Golf (Boys) Terrell Baldwin
Golf (Girls) Terrell Baldwin
Music (Vocal) Karen Teuscher
Music (Instrumental) Randall Beach
Soccer (Boys) Sven Rasmussen
Soccer (Girls) Sven Rasmussen
Softball Kelsey Larsen
Swimming Andy Chaparro
Tennis (Girls) John Mickelson
Tennis (Boys) Asst. John Mickelson
Track Boys) Dalen Van Wagoner
Track (Girls) Jody Porter
Volleyball Malayna Knowles
Wrestling Ryan Webb
ACCALIAS
Coaches Samantha Rampersad, Nicolle Woodall, Kamisha Rose
Sarah Allred
Brina Jo Arroyo
Paige Balls
Jadyn Baugh
Taya Berry
Kelsey Brimhall
Jenna Cox
Jade Elder
Brynlee Godfrey
Makell Griffin
Kelly Huynh
Isabel Jacobson
Hailey Johnson
Lindsey Kelley
Alaena Larsen
Chloe McClure
Lauren McKinlay
Savanna Morgan
Erin Nielsen
Michele Nielsen
Lauren Smith
Kali Sorenson
MacKenzie Spencer
Samantha Van Tassell
Ventura Nicole
Whitney Watkins
Alexa Willis
SECTION I
STUDENT GUIDELINES
CONDUCT IN BUILDING
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Students and faculty have the
responsibility to provide a safe
and clean environment. Writing
on walls and lockers,
mistreating furniture, and
littering in halls indicate a lack
of respect. Garbage cans are
placed around the halls for your
use. Noise, running, fighting
and other inappropriate
conduct will not be tolerated
anywhere in or around our
school. Violators will face
disciplinary action.
DRESS STANDARDS
Purpose: The courts, state, and
federal laws, as well as Cache
County School District, require
an atmosphere at school which
provides for a safe, orderly, and
distraction-free learning
environment. The following
dress code policy has been
designed to support such an
environment. Please remember
that the dress code policy
applies to all students whether
attending school or any school
function (as participant or
member of the audience).
There appears to be a close
relationship between good
dress and grooming habits,
good work and study habits,
and proper school behavior. If
clothing, hair style, or personal
adornment is causing a
disruption in school or at any
school function, appropriate
disciplinary action will be
taken.
Disruption is defined as, but not
limited to, 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 to deal with
student confrontations or
complaints.
Responsibilities: Adherence to
dress and grooming standards
is the responsibility of the
student and his/her
parents/guardians.
Enforcement of the school’s
dress code and standards is the
responsibility of the school
administration, faculty, and
staff. Students that do comply
with a teacher’s request will be
referred to the school
administration for corrective
action. Consequences for the
violation of the dress code are
listed in each school’s student
handbook. Any item which
violates the dress code may be
confiscated and not returned to
the student or parent at the
discretion of the school
administration or law
enforcement.
All schools are expected to
enforce the following
guidelines. Individual schools
may add to this policy with
School Board approval. It is
recognized that activities may
arise that call for variations;
therefore, exceptions to this
policy may be made for special
occasions only when so
designated by the school
administration.
The Cache County School
District has established the
following guidelines to aid
parents and students in
selecting proper school attire:
1. Students should be
clean and well
groomed (hair,
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clothes, cosmetics). If
safety is a factor, more
stringent standards
may be applied.
2. Shoes or sandals must
be worn at all times
while on campus.
3. Except for religious or
medical purposes,
hats, caps, and other
head coverings shall
not be worn or
displayed inside
school facilities during
school hours.
4. Clothes shall
sufficiently cover
undergarments at all
times.
5. See-through or net
fabrics, halter-tops,
off-the shoulder or
low-cut tops, bare
midriffs, and muscle
shirts (sleeveless/bare
midriff shirts) are
prohibited.
6. Shorts and skirts must
be near the knee.
7. Clothing, jewelry,
personal items
(backpacks/bags,
binders, bandannas,
etc.), and skin shall be
free of writing,
pictures, symbols,
insignia, or color
combinations which:
a. Communicate
crude, profane, or
sexually
suggestive
messages
b. Displays drug,
alcohol, or
tobacco
advertising,
promotion, or
likenesses
c. Advocate racial,
ethnic, or religious
prejudice
d. Represent or give
evidence to gang
membership or
affiliation
e. Metal accessories
that present a
hazard to the
health or safety of
the wearer or
others are
prohibited on
school grounds.
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CITIZENSHIP/BEHAVIOR
The Green Canyon Discipline Plan is based on policies and guidelines
from School Board Policy. These policies have been developed by the
consensus of our On-Site Committee.
1. Goals and Objectives
The goals and objectives of Green Canyon Discipline Plan are
to empower all students to function effectively in the society in
which they live by:
a. Encouraging student’s responsibility for school
attendance, punctuality, learning, and behavior.
b. Encouraging student conduct that produces a proper
learning community.
c. Encouraging parents/guardians of all students to assume
their legal responsibility for their student’s behavior and
to exercise the control that encourages self-discipline and
discourages behavior that is disruptive to the school’s
educational programs and processes.
d. Creating motivation for citizenship and support of the
school rules and standards of behavior.
2. Student Expectations
a. Students have the responsibility to maintain regular school
attendance, to make a conscientious effort in classroom
work, and to adhere to school rules and regulations.
b. Students share with the administration and faculty a
responsibility to develop a climate within the school that is
conducive to learning. Every teacher has the right to teach,
and each student has the right to learn. Conduct, which
disrupts teaching or learning, will not be tolerated.
c. Students have the responsibility to protect and take care of
the school's property and to assist the school staff in
operating a school that is safe for everyone.
d. Students have the responsibility to respect the rights of
fellow students, teachers, administrators, and all others
who are involved in the educational process.
e. Students have the responsibility to be on time to each of
their classes, to be prepared with all required materials, and
to stay on task for the entire class period.
f. Students have the responsibility to refrain from any
distribution or display of materials which are obscene,
libelous, or which advocate the commission of unlawful
acts. The responsibility includes consulting in advance
with school personnel if there is any question about the
appropriateness of materials or actions.
g. Students have the responsibility to be honest in all
academic dealings. Cheating of any kind is a breach of
that trust and will not be tolerated. Plagiarism is a serious
offense that will result in a grade reduction and/or
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disciplinary action.
3. Rights of the School -
A student’s right to public education is not absolute and can
be withdrawn under proper procedures.
a. Green Canyon has the right to define specific offenses for
which the punishment of suspension or expulsion from
school may be imposed.
b. In addition, Green Canyon has the further right to
determine whether offenses have been committed.
Reasonableness must be exercised when determining
whether offenses have been committed. Reasonableness
herein refers to an impartial fact finder such as an
assistant principal, principal, student services council,
superintendent, or the school board itself.
4. Prohibited Conduct & Permissible Grounds for Suspension or
Expulsion
The following is a list of prohibited conduct forbidden at
school, on school property, including school vehicles, and at
any school activity.
a. You WILL be removed from school for at least one year for
a serious violation involving:
i. A real, look alike, or pretend firearm, or
ii. Explosive or flammable material
EXCEPTIONS MAY BE MADE ON A CASE-BY-CASE
BASIS THROUGH THE SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE.
b. You WILL be removed from school for:
i. Possession, control, actual or threatened use of a
real, look alike or pretend weapon, explosive or
noxious or flammable material;
ii. The sale or distribution of a drug, controlled
substance, imitation controlled substance, or drug
paraphernalia;
iii. Using or threatening to use serious force; or
iv. A serious violation of Section II,C affecting a student
or staff member.
c. You MAY be removed from school for:
i. Willful disobedience or violation of a school or district
rule
ii. Possession or distribution of pornographic material
iii. Defying authority
iv. Disruptive behavior;
v. Foul, profane, vulgar or abusive language;
vi. Defacing or destroying school property;
vii. Truancy;
viii. Theft
ix. Posing a significant threat to the welfare,, safety or
morals of a student, school personnel or the operation
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of the school;
x. Possessing, using, controlling or being under the
influence of alcohol, a drug, an imitation drug or drug
paraphernalia or misusing any substance;
xi. Possessing or using tobacco;
xii. Hazing, demeaning or assaulting someone or forcing
someone to ingest a substance;
xiii. Inappropriate exposure of body parts;
xiv. Sexual or other harassment;
xv. Gang-related attire or activity; or
xvi. Any other behavior that would justify school removal.
5. Searches
a. School personnel can search you, your locker, your
personal property and your vehicle parked on school
property based on reasonable suspicion. Reasonable
suspicion may be based on, but not limited to, the use of
dogs or metal detectors.
b. School personnel can also conduct random searches that
might include all lockers and other school property.
6. Expulsion and Suspension Defined
a. Expulsion is a disciplinary removal from school by the
School Board for more than 10 school days without an
offer of alternative educational service.
b. Suspension is any other disciplinary removal from school
from 1-10 days.
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7. Readmission and Admission
a. If you are removed from school under 2.A, readmission
depends upon satisfactory evidence that you will not be a
danger to yourself, others, or school property.
b. If you are removed from school under 2.B or 2.C, you may
be readmitted after your parent/guardian meets with
school officials to make a plan to correct your behavior
and after you complete your days of suspension.
c. The district may deny admission to a student who has
been expelled from any school in the last twelve months.
8. Due Process
a. If you are referred for discipline under this policy, you will
have the opportunity to meet with your site administrator
to tell your side of the story.
b. If your site administrator recommends removal for more
than 10 school days, a Cache County District
Administrator will hear your case at your school with your,
your parent or guardian, the site administrator and others
as necessary. This hearing will be held within 10 days of
your removal from school. If the Cache County District
Administrator agrees that you should be removed for
more that 10 school days, this recommendation will be
given to the Cache county School Board for approval.
c. If you are removed from school for more that 10 school
days, you can appeal the decision by writing to the Cache
County School district Superintendent within 10 days of
the decision. Your parent or guardian is responsible to
plan for your education during suspension and/or
expulsion and to pay for any services not provided by the
district.
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9. Student Assistance Team
The Student Assistance Team shall consist of a school
administrator, school counselors, attendance secretary, and at
least one staff member. The committee shall meet weekly or as
needed.
The Team shall have the following purposes:
a. To identify students that may be at-risk.
b. To receive information, discuss solutions, and act through
the power of the Principal, Superintendent, and Board of
Education in the best interest of the students and the
educational program of the district.
c. To communicate and counsel with parents for satisfactory
solutions.
10. Other Items
a. The decision to remove or to discipline in some other way
is made by the site administrator based on all the
circumstances.
b. The type and length of discipline is based on factors such
as previous violations, severity of conduct, and other
relevant educational concerns.
c. When appropriate, students will be placed on remedial
discipline plans.
d. School personnel will use reasonable physical restraint if
necessary to protect a person or property from physical
injury or to remove a violent or disruptive student.
e. If you damage or lose school property, your official report
cards, diploma and transcripts may be withheld until
payment for the damage is received or the lost property is
recovered.
11. Students with Disabilities:
All students with disabilities enrolled in Green Canyon High
School are accountable for the same standards of behavior as
non-disabled students unless their Individualized Education
Plan (IEP) teams have determined that their disabilities prevent
adherence to these standards and have agreed upon altered
standards on their IEP's. Green Canyon will be in compliance
with district policy.
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GREEN CANYON ATTENDANCE POLICY
Green Canyon High School recognizes that regular attendance greatly
enhances the opportunity for student learning through instruction
provided by teachers. Frequent absences from the day-to-day
classroom experience disrupt the instructional process. The benefits
of instruction, once lost, cannot entirely be regained. The entire
process of education requires continuity of instruction, class
participation, and study. Utah law allows parents of students enrolled
in public schools to excuse their student from school, but only when
the student is absent for a legitimate or valid reason such as illness,
family death or a prior approved absence due to a family activity. ALL
absences MUST be verified by a parent within five school days.
At Green Canyon, we make every effort to keep parents aware of their
student’s attendance habits. The school provides:
1. Online Access to Daily Attendance A parent can track daily
attendance through PowerSchool at
https://powerschool.ccsdut.net.
2. Daily Telephone Notification A parent will receive daily
notification of absences via telephone. Please call 563-5731 if
you are not receiving these phone calls to verify we have the
correct phone number.
3. Email Notification You may also use PowerSchool to set-up
daily or weekly email notifications for attendance.
4. Mail Notification The school notifies parents by mail if a
student has accumulated more than six absences in any of
their classes.
Following is a list codes for verified absences:
Parent Verified Absence (G)
A parent verified absence is defined as any absence that is excused by
a parent for illness, medical appointments, family emergencies or
preapproved family activities. A verified absence is coded with a (G). A
parent must notify the school prior to or within five days of an absence
for it to be considered verified. They may either call, email, or send a
signed note to the school. Students are responsible for the completion
of missed work for verified absences.
Verified Homebound (H)
Homebound services are available for illness or injury that causes
absence in excess of three consecutive days. Homebound services
are coded with an (H). Homebound services are coordinated through
the District Homebound Coordinator. Please contact the front office at
435-563-6273 if you believe your student may need homebound
services.
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Family Death (E)
The death of a close friend or family member may result in absence
from school. The parent should notify the school in this case.
Absences that occur because of a family death are coded with an (E).
School Activity (S), Administrator (O), or Counselor Visit (K)
An absence that is due to an approved school activity is coded with an
(S). Absences that are due to a visit with an administrator or counselor
are coded with an (O), or a (K).
Excessive Verified Absences
For a student to achieve their highest level of academic achievement a
student should be in school at least 90% of the time. This equates to
no more than six absences per trimester per class. Excessive valid
absences can impede student learning and impact the educational
process. If a student’s attendance is below 90% and is seriously
impacting his or her ability to learn, a school representative will
make contact with the student and or parents to help resolve any
issues.
TRUANCY
Truancy is any time a student is out of class without proper permission
of the school or teacher and/or parent/guardian. It is a violation of state
law to be absent without being excused from school. Failure to
checkout of school properly will result in truancy. Students who are on
campus and not in their assigned area are truant.
Following is a list codes for unverified absences:
Unverified Absences (A)
An unverified absence is any absence that has not been verified by
either a parent or the school. These absences are coded with an (A).
Truancy (Z)
A student is considered “truant” if the student is absent without a valid
excuse. All absences are initially coded with an (A) for unverified
absence. If a student absence is not verified within five school days, a
student is considered truant and the code is changed to a (Z) for
truancy. Truant absences can impact the student’s grades and
eligibility for extra-curricular activities.
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Habitual Truancy & Legal Consequences
If a student continues to miss school without a valid excuse, they are
considered habitually truant. In accordance with State Law, Green
Canyon has established the following procedures for dealing with
habitually truant behavior.
1. A student who has five days with at least one or more truancy
is placed on a “Truancy Watch List”. A student conference is
held where the importance of good attendance is reviewed, the
attendance policy is explained, and parents are notified by
letter and/or by phone. The student may also be referred to a
school counselor or other staff for support.
2. If a student accumulates five additional days with at least one
or more truancy (10 Total), contact is made with parents and a
parent meeting is called in an effort to resolve truancy issues.
3. If a student accumulates five additional days with at least one
truant absence (15 Total), a “Notice of Truancy” is sent home
and a meeting with a representative from the juvenile court is
arranged.
4. If the student accumulates five additional days (20 total since
the student conference), a “Habitual Court Referral” is sent to
the Cache County School Board and to the parent. The Cache
County School Board determines whether the student is
referred to juvenile court.
5. If the truant behavior continues, disciplinary actions may be
taken to include suspension, alternative placement or release
from public education if the student is 16 years or older.
* The overall goal of consequences for truant behavior is to help
confront and solve issues contributing to poor attendance.
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Habitual Truancy and School Consequences
No Grades (NG)
If a student is truant for at least five days within any trimester, credit is
withheld. Credit may be restored in the following ways:
1. Peer Court The student may appear in a peer court. The peer
court consists of at least three of the student’s peers and a
school administrator. Facts will be presented to the peer court
and conditions for restoration will be determined. Once a
student meets the agreed upon conditions, the NG will be
restored to the grade the student earned in the class.
Conditions can include, attendance probation, use of PACK
hour, school service, etc.
2. A contract with an administrator. The contract will specify the
requirements for the restoration of credit and can include
requirements for good attendance in a subsequent trimester,
the use of PACK Hour, completion of an online course or other
education related requirements.
3. Credit Recovery If the student fails to complete academic
restoration or fails to meet the conditions of a contract or peer
court, the class in question may need to be repeated to receive
credit.
Graduation Ceremony
Any student who is referred to juvenile court or is eighteen years or
older who has five or more days with at least one truancy in the last
trimester of their senior year, may forfeit their participation in the
graduation ceremony.
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Shared Responsibility
Good attendance is a shared responsibility:
The Student Will:
1. Check grades and attendance weekly for accuracy and
immediately report discrepancies to the attention of a teacher.
2. Ensure that a parent verifies all absences within 5 school days
of returning to school.
3. Obtain prior approval for family activities or trips of more than
3 days.
4. Obtain from the teacher any missed work because of
absences.
5. Check out/in at the attendance office before leaving/returning
for any reason.
6. Be on time, attend class and be prepared each day.
The Parent/Guardian Will:
1. Verify all absences within five days of the student returning to
school.
2. Monitor student’s grades/attendance through PowerSchool,
phone contacts, or on-campus visits.
3. Remind student to obtain prior approval for family activities or
trips of more than three days.
4. Try to schedule medical appointments and family activities
outside of school time.
5. Assist student in making up missed work.
6. Attend Parent/Teacher Conferences.
The Teacher Will:
1. Provide a disclosure statement of classroom policies and
grading procedures
2. Take accurate daily attendance in each class period.
3. Begin class on time.
4. Provide advance work for prior approved absences.
5. Be available to help students during PACK Hour or before or
after school.
Administrators and Counselors Will
1. Meet weekly to review students with attendance problems.
2. Act on teacher referrals.
3. Provide notification by phone and through the mail of student
absences.
4. Meet with students and parents to solve continued attendance
problems.
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Tardies
Tardy (T) & Excused Tardy (Y)
A tardy is defined as reporting to class after the bell to start class has
sounded and within the first 10 minutes of class. A tardy can be
excused by a parent when an emergency situation results in a student
arriving at school late, or by the school when a student was delayed
because of a school identified reason. Tardies may impact the
student’s grade and excessive tardies can result in disciplinary action.
Check-In/Check-Out
Check-Out
It is important for students to check-out through the Attendance Office
before leaving school for the following reasons: (a) it gives
documentation to a student to be off campus, and (b) it provides
communication with the parent, student and school in case of an
emergency. (Parents must call to check their students in or out.)
Check-In
Any student who arrives at school after the beginning of the school
day, must check-in at the Attendance Office. If a student checks out,
they must check back in.
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SECTION II
A PLANNED SCHOOL PROGRAM
CLASS CHANGES
Students will be given the opportunity to change classes that they
have selected during their SEOP Conference. Remember, some
classes may be full and other classes may be unavailable because of
conflicts. Please select classes carefully during your SEOP
Conference to help guarantee desired classes. All class changes will
follow Green Canyon’s Class Change Policy.
Class Change Policy
All Class changes must be completed during the week specified for
schedule changes. Any students making class changes after the
designated week for schedule changes will be charged $20 for the
schedule change. Exceptions to this policy include teacher-initiated
changes, incomplete schedules, and any mandatory changes (e.g.,
changes due to tryouts, graduation requirements, or extenuating
circumstances). There will be no class changes (including Concurrent
classes) made after the 5th day of each trimester. Students entering
classes after the 15th day of the trimester will only receive .25 credit for
those classes.
COUNSELING SERVICES
School counselors have access to student files that contain complete
records of grades, tests, activities and interviews from past school
years. Each counselor is assigned a particular group of students and
their door is always open for student conferences. Counselors are
always available during PACK Hour.
In addition, Guidance and Vocational services are available in the
Career Center for career and vocational planning.
Guaranteed counseling services through the Guidance department
focus on three areas of orientation: College Preparation,
Vocational/Technical Training, and Job Entry Skills.
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CREDITS
One half credit (.5) is given for the successful completion of one
trimester of work.
Options for making up credit.
REACH Program:
Two sessions of Math and English classes are taught after school
during the school year. Classes are also offered during the summer.
These classes are held 2 or 3 days a week at Green Canyon. The
REACH classes may help students clear attendance points as well as
earning credit. Sign up through your counselor or in the Main Office.
There is a $40 fee.
BATC Courses
The BATC offers summer and evening courses.
Online Course
If you are considering enrolling in online courses, please visit with
your school counselor.
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GRADING AND REPORTS
Report cards are issued three times each year. They are issued in
order that the home and student may cooperate in working for the best
interest of the student.
The following terms are used in Grading:
A Superior quality of work
B Above average work
C Average
D Passing but poor quality
F Failure - no credit given
I Incomplete-can change to passing grade if made up
within a designated time period.
NG No Grade- Attendance problems or non credit bearing
class.
Grades A and B are recommending grades for college work.
In addition to course requirements, a student must meet the accepted
standards of citizenship and behavior consistent with the ideas of the
Cache School District and complete the following:
1. Be in attendance the equivalent of 12 trimesters in grades
9,10,11,12.
2. Demonstrate competencies through tests and class work as
mandated by the Utah State Board of Education in
communications, government, reading, mathematics and a
consumer of goods and services.
3. Completion of an Student Educational Occupational Plan
(SEOP) developed cooperatively by the student, parents and
designated school personnel which includes tentative career
goals.
PROGRAM LOAD
Each student should be enrolled five periods per day.
HONOR ROLL
Students who achieve a grade point average of 3.667 will be honored
on a school honor roll.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Many scholarships are awarded to our students each year. Students
should check with the counselors and Career Center on these
opportunities. Some private universities require applications to be
sent in between the junior and senior year.
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SECTION III
GENERAL INFORMATION
ASSEMBLIES
All students are required to attend assemblies. Students should attend
school assemblies at their assigned time. Students not wanting to
attend the assembly must report to the ISP Room to do homework or
read a book for the duration of the assembly. Loitering in the halls
during assemblies is not allowed. Assemblies are planned to be
educational, informative, and entertaining. Students should be
appropriately respectful, quiet, or enthusiastic during assemblies.
Assemblies are considered class time, therefore cell phones are
prohibited.
ASTHMA INHALER
Under Utah State Law, schools must allow students to carry and use
their asthma inhalers at school with signed authorizations from their
parents and health care provider. (Authorizations papers are available
in the main office).
AWARDS
There are two kinds of awards given at Green Canyon, School Awards
and Special Awards. Special Awards are given by groups outside of
the school for various reasons.
School awards are as follows:
1. Certificate of Appreciation: These are given to all elected
officers, students involved in publication, and sound and light
crew members.
2. Departmental Awards: These are given to the outstanding
senior student in each department of our school.
3. Honor Roll: Recognition by public honor roll is given to all
students who achieve at least 3.667 GPA. A certificate is given
to second trimester graduating seniors who maintain an
accumulative 3.667 GPA.
4. Citizenship Award: A Citizenship award is presented to the
outstanding senior boy and girl as nominated and selected by
administration and staff.
5. National Honor Society: To become eligible for the National
Honor Society the following requirements must be met:
a. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.8
b. Take at least one-half (8) of the course load EACH YEAR
from the approved list of academic course. A list of
approved academic courses is available from your
counselor. (also, see SEOP booklet)
c. Make a formal written application at the beginning of third
trimester.
d. Have 90% or better attendance and fewer than 10% tardies
(excluding school-excused). Students are eligible to join
National Honor Society in their Sophomore, Junior, or
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Senior year, but they must meet all the requirements every
year.
6. GCHS Scholar
These are graduating seniors who have a 4.0 GPA. They will be
honored at graduation and may participate in the graduation
program
7. GCHS Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Each year GCHS will select the top two academic seniors for
these awards. The top seniors will be the valedictorian and
the next one will be the salutatorian. They will both speak at
graduation. Students will be selected for these awards based
on the following criteria:
GPA 4.0
ACT Score 30%
Class Rigor 70%
8. GCHS Top Scholar
Every senior who has at least 3.85 GPA may apply for this
award. Five students will be selected for this award, with one
being the Top Scholar and the other four will be Runner-Ups.
All five may be asked to participate in the Graduation
Ceremony. The GCHS Top Scholars will be identified
according to the following criteria:
GPA (Class Rank) 20 %
ACT 20%
Extra-Curricular 30%
Class Rigor (Weighting) 30%
BOOKSTORE
A student bookstore will be operated near the main hall. It is open
during PACK Hour. School apparel and supplies are available.
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BUSES
The following rules will be enforced:
1. Seven minutes will be allowed after school for getting on the
bus.
2. The bus loading area is located on the south and west side of
the building.
3. Bus drivers are in complete charge of students while students
occupy the bus. Drivers are authorized to issue temporary
suspensions.
4. Where travel is involved, students who ride the bus to any
school sponsored activity must return on the bus unless
physically handed over to their parents. Any student who
knowingly avoids school officials so that they cannot be
transported back from an event will automatically be excluded
from bus transportation, except to and from school, for the
remainder of their school experience.
THE WANDERER
The Wanderer, a literary magazine, is published yearly by the school.
Any student wishing to submit their original poems, essays or stories
may be turned in to any Wanderer staff member. Final acceptance date
is near the end of the 3rd trimester. Works to be published will be
selected by the Wanderer staff.
CELL PHONES
The Cache County School District has determined that cell phones
have limited or no educational value and their use may create a
distraction to the learning environment. Possession of a cell phone by
a student is a privilege which may be forfeited. Students shall be
personally and solely responsible for the security of their cell phones.
Cache County School District shall not assume any responsibility for
theft, loss, or damage of a cell phone, or unauthorized calls made on a
cell phone.
Students may use cell phones before and after school, during passing
time between classes and during the lunch break, as long as they do
not create a distraction or a disruption or cause the student to be tardy
for class. During the ENTIRE CLASS PERIOD, cell phones will be
turned off and secured. Cell phones are strictly prohibited in
classrooms, locker rooms, restrooms and shower facilities. Cell
phones should not be used during assemblies.
At the beginning of each school year, students will be instructed on
appropriate cell phone use and policy. Teachers will reinforce the
policy in class. Students who chose not to comply with the cell phone
policy will be subject to the following consequences:
1. First Offense The cell phone will be taken by a teacher, or
administrator and returned to them at the end of the school
day.
2. Second Offense The cell phone will be taken by an
administrator and a parent will be required to retrieve it.
3. Third Offense The student will lose their privilege to have a
cell phone at school.
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CLUBS
At Green Canyon High School, we believe that student clubs enhance
student involvement and participation in the school. Clubs may aid
students to: develop life-long skills and talents; demonstrate positive
attitudes and integrity; learn the value of fair and honest competition;
and, instill self-esteem. Copies of the Green Canyon’s Club Policy are
available in the front office.
There are two types of clubs authorized by Green Canyon High School:
1. Curricular Clubs school sponsored that may receive
leadership, direction, and support from the school or school
district beyond providing a place during non-instructional
time. A secondary school curricular club is a club:
a. whose subject matter is taught or will soon be taught in a
regular course;
b. whose subject matter concerns a body of courses as a
whole;
c. in which participation is required for a particular course;
or
d. in which participation results in academic credit.
2. Non-curricular Clubs student initiated clubs that may be
authorized and allowed school building use during non-
instructional time. A non-curricular club’s meetings, ideas,
and activities are not sponsored or endorsed in any way by a
school governing board, the school, or by school or school
district employees.
Application Procedures
Curricular Clubs Faculty members or students proposing a
curricular club shall submit a written application. Applications
are available in the front office.
Non-curricular Clubs Students proposing a non-curricular
club shall submit a written application. Applications are
available in the front office. Non-curricular clubs require
annual authorization.
The deadlines for new applications is May 15
th
preceding the
school year for which the club wishes to be in operation.
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Club Membership
Curricular Clubs Membership is limited to students who are
attending Green Canyon High School.
Non-curricular Clubs Membership is voluntary. Membership
is limited to students who are attending Green Canyon High
School. A minimum of three members is required for a non-
curricular club.
There will be no discrimination based on any legally protected
category.
Parental Consent
Green Canyon shall require written parental or guardian
consent for student participation in all curricular and non-
curricular clubs at the school. Parental consent forms are
available in the front office or from a club sponsor or
supervisor. Club permission forms must be completed and
filed in the front office.
School Excused Eligibility
Only curricular clubs are eligible for school excused absences
and these must be approved by the administration.
Fees
Curricular club fees must be approved by the School Board
and may be subject to fee waiver. Collection and
administration of curricular club fees shall be receipted and
accounted for by Green Canyon High School.
Non curricular fees will not be receipted or accounted for by
Green Canyon High School. Fees, and methods for their
collection and administration should be outlined in club
application. Fees for noncurricular clubs are not eligible for a
fee waiver.
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COMPUTER USE
To gain access to Green Canyon computers, students must first have
an Acceptable Use Policy signed by their parent/guardian and the
student. Students who are found in violation of the policy will result in
the loss of computer privileges from one to three trimesters. Other
discipline may be used as needed. Downloading music or games is
prohibited. Accessing pornographic or indecent material on school
property is now punishable by law 53A-11-904.
CONSTITUTION
Copies of the Green Canyon High School Constitution may be obtained
from either the Administrative Office or the Student Body Office.
DANCES
Most school dances will begin at 8:00 p.m. and end at 11:00 p.m.
Dress will be determined by the sponsoring group. Attire should
conform to school dress codes. In order to reduce costs, Green
Canyon Administration discourages corsages at dances.
Specifically:
Students should be clean and well groomed.
Clothes should sufficiently cover undergarments
No see through or net fabrics, halter-tops, off the shoulder or low-cut
tops.
Dresses should be near the knee. Slits should not extend above the
knee.
Visitors (non GC students) must have a signed permission slip to
attend the dance.
Forms are available in the front office.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
The District prohibits the use of communication devices, other than
cell phones, by students (i.e. two-way radios, pagers, PDA’s and
laptops with two-way messaging capabilities). In addition, the use of
other electronic devices is not allowed if they distract from or disrupt
the educational process (e.g. MP3 Players, electronic games, etc.).
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EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY PARTICIPATION
At Green Canyon High School we believe that participation in extra
curricular activities are an important part of a student’s overall
educational experience. We want students to perform well both inside
and outside the classroom. The following minimum guidelines apply to
all UHSAA activities and is the recommended for all extra-curricular
activities at Green Canyon High School including clubs, organizations,
etc. Coaches and advisors have the option to increase these
requirements if approved with the administration and well published.
Attendance:
All Green Canyon High School students participating in events
sponsored by the Utah High School Activities Association must
maintain 90% attendance and have fewer than 10% tardies (excluding
school excused) to remain eligible to participate. If a student falls
below 90% attendance or has more than 10% tardies at any given time
during a trimester in which they are participating, they will be placed
on probation.
Academics:
To be eligible to participate in events sponsored by the Utah High
School Activities Association, a student must maintain a 2.0 GPA and
receive no more than one failing grades or two No Grade (NG) in the
preceding trimester in which the student is participating. If a student is
receiving more than one failing grade at any time during a trimester in
which they are participating, they will be placed on probation.
Fees:
ALL School Fees (i.e., registration, extra-curricular, class fees) must be
paid in full for a student to be eligible to participate in extra-curricular
activities (UHSAA, Organizations, Associations, Curricular Clubs, etc.).
Fees must be current for a student to try-out for an activity. Fees for
an activity are due once the student has been selected as a participant.
The only exceptions are for those students who are on fee waiver or
who have prior, documented administrative approval. Students must
be current on any prearranged payment plans.
Probation:
Probation means, the student will miss the next scheduled game, or
event and all subsequent events until they are released from probation.
A student is released from probation when the student has met the
eligibility requirements set forth in the preceding paragraphs.
Truancy
Truant behavior will not be tolerated. Following are the minimum
consequences for truant behavior.
Truant behavior is anytime a student leaves home for school, but does
not arrive; comes to school, but does not attend; leaves school without
checking out properly; or obtains permission to go to a certain place,
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but does not report there.
If a student is found by a law enforcement officer or school official to
be “truant”, at any time, the student may be issued a truancy citation
or the absence may be logged as truant in PowerSchool. A truancy
citation or logged truancy for a student participating in UHSAA
activities results in the following:
1. The first violation will result in suspension for eligibility for
one week.
2. The second violation will result in suspension of eligibility for
one trimester.
Appeal:
Students may appeal probation or eligibility decisions by scheduling a
meeting with the Athletic Director. According to Utah High School
Activities Association policy, no eligibility appeals are allowed once a
grade has been posted.
FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords
parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain
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rights with respect to the student’s education records. They are:
1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education
records within 45 days of the day the District receives a
request for access.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education
records that the parent or eligible student believes are
inaccurate or misleading.
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable
information contained in the student’s education record,
except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without
consent.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of
Education concerning alleged failures buy the District to
comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and
address of the Office that administers FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
600 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-4605
FIREBELL
The signal for a fire drill is a blasting siren with emergency flashing
lights. Students should walk quietly to the nearest exit. Teachers will
be responsible for the organization within the room. The signal to
return to class is two long bells.
HALL PASSES
Students are not permitted in the halls during class periods unless
they are accompanied by a teacher or have a hall pass from an
authorized staff member. Students cannot be authorized by staff
members to leave campus for any reason. Students that need to leave
campus must receive a check-out slip from the Attendance Office.
This procedure must be followed to protect the staff members from
liability problems. Student aides must have a picture ID to leave class.
LOCKERS
Two students will share a locker. You will be responsible for this locker
and the combination of the lock. Changing the combination of any lock
will cost $1.00 each. Any destruction to a locker will be charged
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against the occupants unless reported otherwise. Violations will result
in forfeiture of locker privileges. Lockers should always be kept clean
and free of any decoration-type materials. Any exception to this
guideline must have administrative approval. School authorities have
the right to check lockers.
LUNCH
The cafeteria is located in the Commons. A variety of lunch options
are available to students in the cafeteria. School utensils and trays
may not be removed from the cafeteria. Students who eat outside will
be responsible for placing waste in trash cans.
LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER
Students and teachers are invited to use the Library Media Center to
browse, to read and to study. Books and materials may be checked
out. No late fines are charged; however, in case of lost or damaged
materials, replacement costs will be assessed. While using the Library
Media Center be considerate of others.
LOST AND FOUND
All lost and found articles and books should be turned in to the office.
Owners must identify lost articles before they are returned.
TEACHER/OFFICE AIDES
In order to be an office aide, or attendance aide, a student must meet
the following requirements.
1. Must be a senior or a spring trimester junior.
2. Must have a GPA of 2.5 or better in the previous trimester.
3. Must have 90% or better attendance and fewer that 10 %
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tardies.
4. Must be in the process of, or have fulfilled the requirements
for graduation.
5. May not be an aide in more than one class period.
Aides must maintain good citizenship, 90% attendance and maintain
application standards during the entire period of being an aide. Failure
to maintain this standard may result in losing the opportunity to be an
aide and result in a failing grade. The grade for student aide classes is
pass/fail or a D. Any exceptions to the above policies must have
administrative approval.
OFFICE SUMMONS
Teachers will honor the Office Summons only if it has the signature of
the administrator or office staff.
PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM
The P.A. system should not be used by students. As a general rule, all
announcements should be made during the specified Announcement
Time. General announcements or announcements affecting small
groups should be clearly written and placed in the office before 8:00
a.m. The signature of the advisor should be on the announcement.
PACK HOUR
The PACK Hour is based upon Green Canyon’s mission statement
which is Purpose, Attitude, Connections. The purpose of this hour is
to create time during the school day to support the following:
1. Academics Academically, we want every student to be
successful. We not only want to ensure every student is
passing their classes, but that they are also being challenged
by and mastering the curriculum.
2. Extra Curricular Activities We want every student to be
involved in extra-curricular activities. We feel strongly that
students who are involved in extra-curricular activities learn
important life skills, do better academically, and benefit from
involvement in positive activities
3. Character We believe it is important for students to develop
strong character as part of their education including being
responsible, self- motivated, and developing good self-
management and social skills.
4. Life Preparation Upon leaving Green Canyon High School,
we want every student to be prepared for the next step in life
whether that is college, technical training, or the job market.
What will Teachers be doing during PACK Hour?
Each teacher will be available for at least 30 minutes of the PACK Hour
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to students. This can be at the end, or beginning of the hour.
Teachers will use the PACK hour to support the areas outlined above
which will include the following types of activities:
1. Test/Assignment Make-Up
2. Test Preparation
3. Academic Enrichment
4. Study Halls
5. Peer/Adult Tutoring
6. Club/Organization Meetings
7. Intramurals
8. Credit Recovery
9. Counseling/Advisement
10. Student Support Groups
11. Teaching Study Skills/Learning Strategies/Self Management
Skills
12. Study Hall
13. Computer Lab Access
14. Office Hours
15. Academic Restoration
How will I know what teachers are doing during PACK Hour?
Each teacher will post a schedule on their door that indicates the
activities they will be offering during PACK Hour. Teachers will also
advertise those offerings to students in their classes. Offerings will
also be available on our website.
What other services will be available during the PACK Hour?
The Counseling Office, Writing Lab, Career Center, Financial Office,
and Front Office will be fully staffed during the PACK hour and
available to students.
What is expected of students during PACK Hour?
It is expected that students will stay on campus during the PACK
hour, will join us for lunch, and take advantage of the many activities
that are provided.
SCHOOL RINGS AND ATTIRE
A school ring is available to those students who desire one. Further
information may be obtained through the office.
School t-shirts and sweat shirts may be purchased from a number of
sponsoring groups. Students or groups wishing to sponsor any
school attire must have approval of the administration.
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SKATEBOARDS OR WHEELED DEVICES
No skateboards, roller blades, skate shoes are allowed on campus due
to risk of injury, liability to the school.
SPECTATOR SUPPORT RULES
The rules of Region 5 prohibit the use of noise makers at athletic
contests. There are several reasons for this. A technical foul may be
called on the home team for this infraction. The following rules apply:
Sport
BB
BSK
CC
DR
FB
GO
SC
SB
SW
TE
TR
VB
WR
Balloons
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
Banners
NO
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Confetti
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Hand held
signs
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Laser Light
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Miniature
sports balls
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Megaphones
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
No
Artificial
noise
makers
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
yes
No
No
No
No
No
Whistles
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Shirts on
Fans
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Paper
banners to
run through
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Pom poms
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
no
Yes
yes
No
no
Recorded
music over
PA
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
School Band
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
Air horns
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Cannons
No
Non
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
STUDENT ELECTIONS
Student Elections: In order to be eligible to run for an elected office
(Exec. Council, Cheerleader, Class Officer, & BAGA) a student must
have a 3.0 GPA in the preceding two trimesters and a record of good
attendance for the current year. A record of good attendance shall be
that a student has cumulative 90% attendance the preceding two
trimesters and not more than 15 tardies per trimester excluding school-
excused absences. Elected officers who do not maintain this
standard will be put on probation.
STUDENT PARKING
Students are permitted but not encouraged to drive cars to school
providing this privilege is not abused. Students' cars are to be parked
in the parking lot south of the gym. Special permits will be sold for
students in the north parking lot. The faculty will use the parking area
north of the cafeteria. The small parking area in front of the building
and circle drive is reserved for visitors and office personnel. All other
cars will be ticketed. The following regulations apply to all student
drivers:
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1. Student vehicles must be parked in designated areas and
between the lines.
2. Vehicles are not to be parked in areas where the curb is
marked "Office Staff Only", or painted yellow or red. Violators
of these regulations will be cited by Cache County Sheriff's
officer or Smithfield City Police.
3. Students must not loiter in the parking lot for any purpose
during school hours.
4. Students must abide by safety regulations with respect to
driving and parking on or around the school ground.
5. Parking passes must be displayed at all times. If a student, is
issued a parking ticket because the pass is not displayed, the
student remains responsible to pay the parking fine.
6. Students with valid current driver’s licenses are eligible to
purchase a student parking permit. Permits will be issued on
a first come first serve basis.
STUDENT BODY CARDS
Your student body card is your identification, your lunch card, and
your media card and is required for admittance to school functions.
These are not transferable. A card will be confiscated if used
improperly. Your student body card can be replaced for a $5.00
charge.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Students, if you have a disability that may require accommodations,
i.e. modifications in testing, assignments, grading, etc., please contact
your teachers(s) immediately (first week of class, if possible).
Accommodations will be made for all students with documented
disabilities. Please contact your school counselor or administrator for
other related information concerning accommodation or assistance,
including procedures which may apply according to the procedural
safeguards under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
It is the policy of the Cache County School District and Green Canyon
High School that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the
grounds of race, color, gender, marital status, religion, ethnic
background, national origin, age, creed, citizenship, or disability in any
education program or activity. If such discrimination occurs, please
contact your teacher, your counselor, and/or your administrators.
Grievance Procedure
Any student, employee or citizen may file a complaint regarding the
Cache County School District’s compliance with Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Procedures for filing a grievance are as
follows:
Step 1
Complaints must be made in writing and forwarded to the District’s 504
Compliance Officer at the Cache County School District Office within
30 days of the alleged violation of or non-compliance with Section 504
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of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
The District‘s 504 Compliance Officer shall have ten (10) days from the
receipt of the complaint to provide a written decision to the grievant.
Step 2
If the grievant is not satisfied with the decision of the District 504
Coordinator, s/he may appeal in writing to the Cache County School
District Superintendent. The Superintendent or his/her designee has
ten (10) days from the receipt of the appeal to provide a written
decision to the grievant.
Step 3
If the grievant is not satisfied with the Superintendent’s decision in
Step 2, s/he may make a written request to the Superintendent for a
hearing by an impartial reviewer. The Superintendent will appoint an
impartial individual from outside the School District who is
knowledgeable about Section 504 to hear the complaint and the
District’s response. The impartial reviewer shall have 30 days to
conduct the hearing on the complaint and provide a written decision to
the grievant and the School District.
Office for Civil Rights Complaint
A parent is not obligated to follow District grievance or complaint
procedures and at any time may file a complaint with the Office for
Civil Rights. The appropriate address for the region, which includes
Utah, is as follows:
Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
1244 Speer Boulevard
Suite #310
Denver, Colorado 80204-3582
STUDENT DISCRIMINATION
It is the policy of the Cache County School District and Green Canyon
High School that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the
grounds of race, color, gender, marital status, religion, natural origin,
age, or disability in any educational program, activity, or employment.
If such discrimination occurs, please contact the school administrators
at (435) 563-6273.
TELEPHONE
There is a telephone for use by the students at the front office. Office
telephones are to be used for official school business only. Students
and teachers will not be called while classes are in session. However,
important messages will be delivered promptly to those concerned.
VISITORS
All visitors should report in at the main office during school hours
(7a.m. to 3p.m.). Visitors are not allowed to attend school classes with
their hosts.
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WITHDRAWALS AND REFUNDS
Procedure for withdrawing from school:
The student must contact his/her counselor for an interview and
complete a withdrawal form. The refund will be made as listed below:
1st Trimester $15 deposit fee plus 2/3 of class, activity and locker
fees providing no outstanding charges are listed.
2nd Trimester $15 deposit fee plus 1/3 of class, activity and locker
fees providing no charges are listed.
3rd Trimester $15 deposit fee provided no charges are listed.
Students may make a choice on yearbook refunds up to November.
Refunds after this time will be made only upon written approval of the
yearbook advisor.
Students withdrawing from school will return their activity card to the
office before receiving their withdrawal check. If the card is not
returned the fee cannot be refunded.
Seniors forfeit $5 of their $15 deposit to pay for the bus trip to Lagoon
for Senior day