Student & Family Handbook
2019-2020
The Student & Family Handbook is designed and intended to provide family and students with information concerning
general policies, rules, and regulations. Throughout the year this handbook may be subject to changes as necessary. For
additional information or if you have any questions or need clarification on any of the items discussed, please contact the
Principal, Adierah Berger, or the School Office staff.
This Handbook Belongs to: _______________________________________
The mission of the International High School of New Orleans is to educate and nurture a diverse learning community
through the International Baccalaureate Programme, world languages, and intercultural appreciation to succeed in a
global economy
The International High School of New Orleans is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not
discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national
origin, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender, identity or gender expression. The Head of
School has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the school’s non-discrimination policies.
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WELCOME
2019-2020 Parent and Student Welcome Letter
Dear Families,
Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year, where learning is continuous and fluid. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be
part of your student’s high school experience. We are honored to be an important part of the community that will see your
student grow into a compassionate, productive global citizen who positively impacts the world. Our aim, as based on the
International Baccalaureate Programme, is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common and
shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. IHSNO has diligently prepared for the
2019-2020 school year to be full of opportunities and challenges for each student.
At IHSNO, our commitment is to stretch each student’s mind to their academic best and will not accept mediocrity. Our
students will be challenged, and the expectation is that each student brings his/her best to school daily and come anticipating
an adventure full of learning and growing.
IHSNO is fortunate to have seasoned teachers remain as well as new members join the corps. I expect the faculty and staff to
bring their daily best to the classroom and to the school. Our faculty and staff members bring creativity, adventure for the
unknown, and celebrate successes along the way. According to the Gladys Knight & the Pips, each of us may be fond of our
memories of the good old days, yet we must remember that these are the good old days for our students, thus we must make
them meaningful, memorable and fun.
If you are new to IHSNO, we especially welcome and thank you for choosing this as your student’s academic house. IHSNO
is committed to student success and academic achievement, and our desire is to provide the necessary support structures to
ensure the success of each student. Our parents and guardians are equally important to our student's success, and we know that
strong collaboration within our learning community and the willingness to work together will lead to the success of all students.
There are many opportunities for you to be involved in your student’s education, and I encourage you to take advantage of
them. IHSNO leaders are great resources and are ready to welcome you and help you find ways to become involved in
supporting the school and the classroom.
To all families, thank you for entrusting us to work with and teach your most precious and valuable gift, your child. Welcome
to the IHSNO Family.
Thank you,
Sean Wilson
Head of School
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Contents
WELCOME ........................................................................................................................................................................2
1. CALENDAR AT A GLANCE 2019-2020 .....................................................................................................................4
2. BOARD & GOVERNANCE INFORMATION .............................................................................................................5
3. WHO WE ARE...............................................................................................................................................................6
4. THE SCHOOL DAY ....................................................................................................................................................10
5. IHSNO 2019-2020 BELL SCHEDULE .......................................................................................................................11
6. ATTENDANCE............................................................................................................................................................12
7. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION ............................................................................................................................17
8. PROMOTION, GRADING & EVALUATING, GRADUATION...............................................................................20
9. HOMEWORK AND MAKEUP WORK POLICIES ...................................................................................................27
10. CULTURE, CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE ..................................................................................................................28
11. UNIFORM POLICY...................................................................................................................................................32
12. ELECTRONICS DEVICE POLICY ..........................................................................................................................34
13. STUDENT FEES........................................................................................................................................................36
14. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES...........................................................................................................................37
15. SAFETY & SECURITY.............................................................................................................................................41
16. APPENDIX.................................................................................................................................................................45
DOCUMENTS INCLUDED: ...................................................................................................................................................45
TITLE 1 SCHOOL-PARENT COMPACT ..........................................................................................................................46
Teen Dating Abuse Policy Statement ...................................................................................................................................47
Teen Dating Abuse Student Complaint Form.......................................................................................................................48
ACADEMIC HONESTY & INTEGRITY POLICY............................................................................................................50
PERMISSION FOR SCHOOL FIELD TRIP ATTENDANCE ...........................................................................................54
ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY.......................................................................................................................................55
STUDENT INTERNET ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY .....................................................................................................56
Process for Parental Appeals, Concerns and Complaints .....................................................................................................59
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1. CALENDAR AT A GLANCE 2019-2020
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2. BOARD & GOVERNANCE INFORMATION
The International High School is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization operating a Type 2 charter school subject to the
regulation of the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Board of Directors
Voices for International Business and Education (VIBE)
Voices for International Business and Education (VIBE) is the 501(3) that has been awarded the charter to operate the
International High School of New Orleans and as such is the Governing Board of IHS. As a Type 2 public charter school,
VIBE is its own public-school district (Local Education Agency or LEA) that reports directly to the Board of Elementary
and Secondary Education for the State of Louisiana. The VIBE Board of Directors functions as the school board of the
International High School of New Orleans, however, they are not responsible for the daily operations of the school. Day-
to-day management of the school is the responsibility of the Head of School.
2019 – 2020 VIBE Board of Directors
Meeting Dates
2019 – 2020 VIBE Board of Directors August 21, 2019 February 19, 2020
Mariska Rooney, Chair September 18, 2019 March 18, 2020
April 22, 2020
October 16, 2019 May 20, 2020
November 20, 2019 June 17, 2020
January 15, 2020
All Board of Directors meetings, including committee meetings, are open to the public. Board of Director’s meeting
notices are always posted in and outside of the school, as well as listed on the IHS website.
School Website: www.ihsnola.org
Requests to address the board must be mailed, delivered, emailed or faxed to:
International High School of New Orleans
ATTN: Request to Address Board of
Directors
727 Carondelet St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
Fax: 504-566-1142
If emailing, please send to the VIBE Board Chair, Mariska Rooney
Email: [email protected]
A copy of the organization’s Charter, Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation and other public records are available by
making a request in writing to the school’s main office. The school will respond to all written requests within five (5)
business days; there is a fee of $.35 per page for processing. Disclosure may be denied in such cases where the disclosure
would violate state or federal law, would violate personal privacy, are proprietary, are law enforcement records, would
endanger the life or safety of any person, where the records are computer access codes or are purely internal material.
Parents have a right to appeal a denial decision to the charter school board, which must respond in writing within 10 days.
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3. WHO WE ARE
To develop a 9-12 academic continuum, IHSNO follows and is structured around the International Baccalaureate
(IB) Programme. IHSNO is an IB World School that is rooted in the characteristics of the IB Learner Profile. The
IB Diploma Programme aims to develop in students the knowledge, skills and attitudes they will need to be
successful in life. Teaching and learning at IHSNO are seen and understood holistically through the IB Learner
Profile. Every student, parent, family, and member of the IHSNO faculty and staff are expected to adopt the
characteristics of and follow the IB Learner Profile.
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Administration [email protected]
IHSNO Faculty and Staff Principal [email protected]
Assistant Principal [email protected]
Adierah Berger Dean of Culture [email protected]
Jenny Carreno Associate Dean of Culture [email protected]
Charles Young IB Coordinator [email protected]
Pamela Recasner Director of Facilities [email protected]
Cody Bourque Director of Finance [email protected]
Marlon Stewart Senior Accountant [email protected]
Denise Deno Executive Administrative Assistant [email protected]
Nikita Moses Office Manager [email protected]
Cassandra Baker Office Assistant [email protected]
Patricia Adams Lead Counselor, Grades 9 and 10 [email protected]
Alan Llanas Garcia Counselor, Grades 11 and 12
Rufus McGee Nurse [email protected]
Denise James Social Worker [email protected]
Special Education Coordinator [email protected]
Rosara Ortiz-Riley Paraprofessional [email protected]
Nadia Noyola Special Education Teacher [email protected]
Detric Bolden Special Education Teacher [email protected]
Torri Denis Paraprofessional [email protected]
Tina Doss Special Education Teacher
Sheila Magee
Daniel Vela
Nicole Buuck English Department [email protected]
Joshua Carlucci Teacher, English [email protected]
William David Teacher, English [email protected]
Teacher, English
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Teacher, English [email protected]
Phyllis Jackson ESL Coordinator [email protected]
Heather Causey
Benedict McKarty World Language Department [email protected]
Hamida Azebache Teacher, French [email protected]
Katherine Mayopoulos Teacher, Arabic and French [email protected]
Teacher, Spanish
Anh Nguyen Teacher, Vietnamese [email protected]
Jun Sun Teacher, Mandarin [email protected]
Diana Bruno Social Studies Department [email protected]
Brian Fleming Teacher, Social Studies [email protected]
Erin Hughes Teacher, Social Studies Erin.Hughes @ihsnola.org
Dancilla McKarty Teacher, Social Studies [email protected]
Nimat Muhammad Teacher, Social Studies [email protected]
Teacher, Social Studies
Kevin Daly Science Department [email protected]
Joseph Plourde Teacher, Science [email protected]
Isabel Mulkin Teacher, Science [email protected]
Colleen Able Teacher, Science
Teacher, Science [email protected]
Nicolas Talmadge Math Department [email protected]
Lela Sylvester Teacher, Math [email protected]
Aaron Ferretti Teacher, Math [email protected]
Rowan Stewart Teacher, Math [email protected]
Teacher, Math
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Arts Department [email protected]
Teacher, Visual Arts [email protected]
Pedro Mendizabal Teacher, Visual Arts
Alicia Johnson Teacher, Theatre Arts [email protected]
Teacher, Film Studies
Genevieve Rheams
Physical Education Department
Rachel Swanson
Bernette Tolston Teacher, PE [email protected]
Nicholas Talmadge Teacher, PE Athletic Director [email protected]
Benedict McKarty
Nicole Buuck Department Chairs [email protected]
Diana Bruno Math & Science [email protected]
Cody Bourque World Language & Arts [email protected]
English Language Arts [email protected]
Michele Holmes Social Studies [email protected]
Demayo Gomez IB Coordinator
James Davis Substitute Teachers [email protected]
Kyle Herbert Teacher, Substitute [email protected]
Benjamin Goldstein In-House Substitute
Support Teachers [email protected]
Instructional Coach [email protected]
Remediation Specialist [email protected]
ACT Prep Teacher
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4. THE SCHOOL DAY
The school day begins promptly at 8:00 am.
All students are expected to be present and positively participating in school activities from 8:00 am – 3:30 pm
every day.
Breakfast is served from 7:45 am to 8:00 am after which the cafeteria is closed until lunchtime.
Students wishing to eat breakfast must be in the cafeteria by 7:55 am.
4.1 Arrival
IHSNO students are expected to be present, on time each day, and in proper uniform.
Carpool/RTA/Walking students enter the building at the Carondelet street entrance near the auditorium as
early as 7:45 am.
Faculty and Staff will assist with traffic to be sure all students enter the building safely. Students who ride the
School Bus are escorted from the school bus to the courtyard entrance of the building near the cafeteria at 7:45
am.
Students are allowed to use Cafeteria 1, Cafeteria 2, the Courtyard (weather permitting) or the Auditorium in
the mornings.
Staff will monitor student transitions to and from these areas at all times.
Students are not allowed on the 2nd and 3rd floors before the 1st bell.
Bell #1 at 8:00 am - Students begin the transition to their 1st class. All students are expected to be in class by
8:05 am. Any student arriving after the bell rings will be marked tardy and will receive lunch detention.
Repeated tardiness will result in disciplinary action including, but not limited to, lunch detention and after
school detention.
4.2 Transitions
Students have 3 minutes after the bell rings to transition. The expectations during transitions are to make
forward progress and to walk calmly and quietly. All students are expected to be in class at the appropriate
time. Tardy students and/or students who do not report to class will be subject to disciplinary action by their
teacher.
4.3 Departure
All students are expected to leave the building upon dismissal unless attending after school tutoring, club, or
an activity that is sponsored by a staff member.
Students are not allowed to leave campus and return without an off-campus ID.
Students are encouraged to make all necessary preparations for lunch and afterschool activities in advance.
Carpool/RTA/Walking students exit the Carondelet street building exit, as faculty and staff are stationed there
to assist with traffic and monitor for safety.
Students riding the bus exit the building at the cafeteria exit and report directly to their assigned bus. Dual
Enrollment students must leave following their 2nd/6th block.
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5. IHSNO 2019-2020 BELL SCHEDULE
A Days and B Days are on a rotating schedule. If a week ended on a B Day, the next week begins on an A Day.
Daily Schedule Wednesday Schedule Half-Day Schedule
Entrance 7:45-8:00 Entrance 7:45-8:00 Entrance 7:45-8:00
1, 5 08:00-09:40 1, 5 8:00-9:25 1, 5 8:00 – 9:10
Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:05 – 8:10
9:43-11:13 2, 6 9:28 – 10:43 2, 6 9:13 – 10:13
2, 6 11:16 – 11:46 3, 7 10:46 – 12:01 3, 7 10:16 – 11:16
1ST lunch / 11:49 – 12:19 4, 8 12:04 – 1:30 4, 8 11:19 – 12: 30
advisory
12:22 – 1:52 Announcements 1:19 – 1:30 Announcements 12:19 – 12:30
2nd lunch / 1:55 – 3:30
advisory
3, 7
4, 8
Wednesday Assembly Schedule Afternoon Assembly Schedule Half-Day “Racy Day” Schedule
Entrance 7:45-8:00 Entrance 7:45-8:00 Entrance 7:45-8:00
1, 5 8:00 – 8:58 1, 5 8:00 – 9:20 1 8:00 – 8:37
Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:05 – 8:10 Announcements 8:34 - 8:37
2, 6 9:01 – 9:49 2, 6 9:23 – 10:33 2 8:40 – 9:09
3, 7 9:52 – 10:40 1ST lunch / 10:36 – 11:06 3 9:12 – 9:41
advisory
4, 8 10:43 – 11:31 2nd lunch / 11:09 – 11:39 4 9:44 – 10:13
advisory
Announcements 11:26 – 11:31 3, 7 11:42 – 12:52 5 10:16 – 10:45
11:31 – 11:30 6 10:48 – 11:17
Summons to 4, 8 12:55 – 2:05
Auditorium 11:45 – 1:30
Announcements 2:00 – 2:05 7 11:20 – 11:49
Assembly 2:05 – 2:20 8 11:52 - 12:30
Summons to
Auditorium 2:20 – 3:30 Announcements 12:21 – 1230
Assembly
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6. ATTENDANCE
Students can only be successful if they are prepared and present in school every day. At International High School of New
Orleans, excessive absences will not be tolerated. If a student is absent from any class without an excuse for more than 10
days of the school year, that student will be required to repeat that class regardless of the posted grade.
6.1 ATTENDANCE
In Louisiana, all children from their 7th until their 18th birthday are required to attend school each day. Parents who violate
this law by not assuring that their children are in school (LRS 17:221) may be fined up to $250 or imprisoned up to 30 days
or both. Regular and punctual attendance is important in the development of an effective learning environment as well as
ensuring student success in the classroom. Good attendance habits are also necessary in the development of sound character
traits and for future success in the working world.
The Louisiana Department of Education classifies absences under 4 Categories:
6.1.1 Exempted and Excused - This absence is not counted against the attendance requirement.
Examples: Extended illness documented by a doctor or to celebrate religious holidays.
The student is allowed to make up the missed work and there is no limit to these absences.
6.1.2 Non-Exempted and Excused - This absence is counted against the attendance requirement.
Example: Personal or family illness documented by a parent’s note.
The student is allowed to make up the missed work and may need to make up the hours missed.
6.1.3 Unexcused - This absence is counted against the attendance requirement.
Example: Skipping school, undocumented absences.
The missed work will be made up at the teacher’s discretion.
6.1.4 Suspensions - This absence is counted against the attendance requirement. The student is allowed to make up
the missed work.
6.1.5 Exceptions to the attendance policy are considered extenuating circumstances. These are absences that can be
considered for excusal. Documentation must be submitted upon the student’s return to school. The following are absences
that can be considered as extenuating circumstances:
a. Extended personal physical or emotional illness as verified by a physician or nurse practitioner (original doctor’s
note).
b. This means that if a student is sick and stays home, but does not go to the doctor, it is an unexcused absence.
c. Extended hospital stays as verified by a physician or dentist (original doctor’s note).
d. Extended recuperation from an accident as verified by a physician or dentist.
e. Observation of special, recognized holidays of the scholar’s own faith.
f. Visitation with a parent who is a member of the United States Armed forces or the National Guard of a state, and
such parent has been called to duty for or is on leave from overseas deployment to a combat zone or combat support
posting. Excused absences in this situation shall not exceed five (5) school days per year.
g. Absences verified and approved by the Head of school or the school principal such as approved travel for education,
death in the immediate family or natural disaster. For any other circumstances (i.e. legal matters, legal issues)
parents must provide documentation in writing to the social worker and/or one of the principals.
The following reasons for absenteeism are NOT excusable:
a. Caring for a family member (young child, elderly adult)
b. Missing the school bus
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c. Trips not approved by the principal
d. Vacations during the school year
e. Birthdays or other celebrations
f. Shopping
g. Working
h. Personal appointments
6.2 LATE CHECK IN/ EARLY CHECK OUT GUIDELINES
a. Medical appointments should be scheduled outside of school time. In rare cases that they must be scheduled
during school hours, a student should not miss the entire day.
b. Parents/guardians should call the school as early as possible if the student will not be attending for any reason.
c. Upon return to school, the student must bring a written excuse to the office. All excuses shall be written by a
parent/guardian or physician and submitted to the school upon return. Excuses must be turned in no later than five
(5) days from the date of the student being absent.
d. Only a parent or approved person listed on their emergency card can sign a student out of school in the main
office.
e. Please note that when students are not here for the full day, they are only counted present in classes that they
actually attend for more than half of the class time.
f. A student that would like to leave due to not feeling well or sickness MUST see the Nurse to get approval prior
to calling home.
For additional information regarding attendance, please contact the school Social Worker, Rosara Ortiz-Riley at 504-
717-3506.
6.3 TARDINESS
Getting to school on time is an essential key to your child’s academic and school success. At International High School of
New Orleans, learning begins from the moment a student walks in the door. Students who are late to class miss essential
instruction, disrupt the learning of other students, and risk falling behind.
Students will be issued a Friday detention for tardiness. Students who fail to serve the Friday detention will be issued a
Saturday detention. Failure to serve the Saturday detention will result in an out of school suspension.
Students who exhibit habitual tardiness to school will be reported to the Families in Need of Service Office. Students who
arrive tardy to school more than 5 times within a semester will also be referred as a truant.
6.4 ATTENDANCE/TARDY PROCEDURES
A student is considered tardy when the tardy bell has rung, and classroom door is shut;
After first three tardies, parent notification is made by the teacher and/or culture team, and student will be assigned
Saturday detention
After six unexcused tardies, a parent conference is scheduled, Saturday detention is assigned and further disciplinary
actions as determined by student advocates (Student Support, Culture, and Teachers).
Every 3rd tardy thereafter warrants a Saturday detention, parent conference, and further actions determined by
student advocates. Student will also have to attend Attendance Recovery to make up seat time.
If student fails to show up for Saturday detention, student has one-day OSS and cannot return to school until parent
checks student in with Dean of Culture.
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A Skip is defined as the student arriving after 10 minutes without an excuse note, a student fails to come to class; a student
leaves the class without permission.
One skip earns an automatic Saturday detention
How are tardies monitored:
Teachers must enter tardies and skips in every class period ensuring timestamp is accurate (i.e. if attendance is
adjusted after class period, the timestamp needs to be adjusted, too).
Daily attendance report from JCampus is monitored and shared to faculty by culture team member.
Daily student/parent communications regarding tardy, skips, and detentions made by culture team member.
Weekly, Saturday detention attendance tracked by culture and social worker/truancy and shared with faculty.
Tardy/Skip Saturday detentions cannot make up attendance Saturdays. Similarly, Attendance Saturdays cannot
replace Tardy/Skip Saturdays.
6.5 TRUANCY
Students who exhibit habitual absences can be reported to the Orleans Parish Juvenile Court via the FINS Office. Any
student that has 5 unexcused absences within a semester and has not provided the school with written documentation can
also be reported as truant to the Families in Needs of Service Office. Parents and/or legal guardians will receive written
notice. You may learn more about the FINS process by viewing the following websites:
http://www.lasc.org/court_managed_prog/FINS.asp, http://opjc.com/programs/fins.htm, or by calling 504.658.9590.
6.6 PARENT COMMUNICATION
6.6 PARENT COMMUNICATION | ATTENDANCE RECOVERY
In the instance of student absences, contact by the IHSNO Social Worker will be made to the parents or caretakers of
the student. The social worker MUST and will document all contacts/communication with the parent/guardian on the
daily telephone log in order to keep accurate records and documentation surrounding student absences and parent
contact.
A verbal notification of absences to parents/caretakers by teacher and/or social worker is required after:
• One to Three (unexcused) days of absence or
• In excess of a total of five (unexcused) non-consecutive days.
6.7 LOUISIANA TRUANCY LAW (R.S. 17:233)
“Any student who is a juvenile and who is habitually absent from school or is habitually tardy shall be reported by
visiting teachers and supervisors of child welfare and attendance to the family or juvenile court of the parish or city as
a truant child, pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 2 of Title VII of the Louisiana Children's Code relative to families
in need of services, there to be dealt with in such manner as the court may determine, either by placing the truant in a
home or in a public or private institution where school may be provided for the child, or otherwise. (B1a) A student
shall be considered habitually absent or habitually tardy when either condition continues to exist after all reasonable
efforts by any school personnel, truancy officer, or other law enforcement personnel have failed to correct the condition
after the fifth unexcused absence or fifth unexcused occurrence of being tardy within any school semester. (B1b) The
parent or legal guardian of a student shall enforce the attendance of the student at the school to which the student is
assigned. (B1c) The principal of the school, or his designee, shall notify the parent or legal guardian in writing on or
before a student's third unexcused absence or unexcused occurrence of being tardy, and shall hold a conference with
such student's parent or legal guardian. This notification shall include information relative to the parent or legal
guardian's legal responsibility to enforce the student's attendance at school and the civil penalties that may be incurred
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if the student is determined to be habitually absent or habitually tardy. The student's parent or legal guardian shall sign
a receipt for such notification.” (http://legis.la.gov/lss/lss.asp?doc=80325)
6.8 ATTENDANCE RECOVERY
6.8.1 Attendance Recovery Agreement
In the event of excessive absences that must be made up, this document will serve as a promise of the parent or
guardian that they are responsible for ensuring that their student will meet with teachers, collect missing
assignments, and attend make-up days before the end of the quarter.
This document must be signed by a parent or guardian prior to any student participating in credit recovery
activities.
6.8.2 Attendance Recovery Guidelines
A copy of the signed document will be placed in the student’s file.
a. Students must make up time for each class missed. Each hour of recovery time = 1 class period recovered.
b. Any student who needs attendance recovery will have to sign-up on the Thursday prior to the Saturday Credit
Recovery to reserve their spot.
c. Students will also be required to pick up all make-up assignments no later than the Thursday immediately
preceding the Saturday of Attendance Recovery.
d. Saturday Attendance Recovery will take place once a month from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
e. Students will be required to arrive on time or will not be able to enter the building and participate in credit
recovery.
f. Students will be required to come in full IHSNO uniform prepared to work on assignments missed as a result of
their absence.
g. Students will have to provide their own transportation to and from the school. The school will not provide bus
tokens to students participating in Attendance Recovery.
h. Students will be expected to behave in the same manner as a regular school day. If a student’s behavior becomes
a problem, the student will be asked to leave, and will not be allowed to make up their time.
6.9 MAKE UP WORK GUIDELINES
a. It is the responsibility of the students to obtain their make-up work from their teachers.
b. It is expected that this work will be obtained within 24 hours of returning to school.
c. A student attending school sponsored or endorsed activities, has the responsibility of obtaining all assignments
and completing the work as scheduled for all classes missed.
d. If a student misses a midterm or a final exam, and has proper documentation, then the student is permitted to
make-up the exam within 3 days of returning.
e. Any student under suspension who misses a midterm or final exam, is permitted to make it up within 3 days.
6.10 EARLY RELEASE REQUIREMENTS
In order to qualify for Early Release, the student must fulfill all requirements listed below.
The student must be employed and prove that he works during school hours, or I must be enrolled in another
education program, as verified by my Counselor.
The student must submit all required documentation and a signed application before the beginning of each quarter
The student must have no outstanding financial obligations to the school
The student must maintain a grade point average of at least 2.5
The student must have passed all state-required testing
The student must have completed enough credits to be on track to graduate, as verified by the Counselor
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Applying for Early Release does not guarantee the student will receive the maximum amount of
unscheduled time or any at all. Scheduling of Early Release does not take precedence over the scheduling of any classes.
Class sections will not be changed in order to accommodate early release
Early Release may be revoked if I receive more than two (2) tardies, more than three (3) excused
absences, or any unexcused absences
Early Release may be revoked if the student receives Friday detention, any form of suspension, or any infractions as
determined by the administration
Early Release may be revoked at any time by the parent or guardian or by the administration
The student must check out by scanning my ID and may not be on school grounds after my release time. Yellow bus
transportation will not be provided at Early Release.
In order to receive Early Release in order to work, you must submit the following:
A check stub or letter from your employer to prove employment
A schedule showing that you will be working during school hours
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7. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION
7.1 OUR CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) curriculum sets out the
requirements for study of the DP.
The curriculum is made up of the DP core and six subject groups.
Made up of the three required components, the DP core aims to broaden students’ educational experience and
challenge them to apply their knowledge and skills.
The three Core Elements are:
a. Theory of Knowledge, in which students reflect on the nature of knowledge and on how we know what we
claim to know.
b. The Extended Essay, which is an independent, self-directed piece of research, finishing with a 4,000 -
paper.
c. Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), in which students complete a project related to those three concepts.
The six Subject Groups are:
a. Studies in Language and Literature
b. Language acquisition
c. Individuals and Societies
d. Sciences
e. Mathematics
f. The Arts
There are different courses within each subject group.
For more information on The International Baccalaureate Programme, please visit the website at
http://www.ibo.org/
7.2 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
International High School expects all students to abide by ethical academic standards. Academic dishonesty—including
plagiarism, cheating or copying the work of another, allowing someone to copy another’s work, using technology for
illicit purposes, or any unauthorized communication between students for the purpose of gaining advantage during an
examination, test or quiz—is strictly prohibited. IHSNO’s Academic Integrity Policy covers all school-related tests,
quizzes, reports, class assignments, and projects, both in and out of class. The purpose of IHSNO’s Academic Integrity
Policy is to prepare students for the world of college and beyond, where cheating and plagiarism have dire consequences.
*Please refer to the complete Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy in the Handbook Appendix.
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7.3 IHSNO COURSE OFFERINGS
All students will adhere to the following course sequence while attending IHSNO. Students have the options listed
within each department during each year based on graduation requirements and plans.
ENGLISH WORLD SOCIAL SCIENCE MATHEMAT ARTS INTERDISCI
English I ICS PLINARY
English I LANGUAGES STUDIES
Honors
English I ESL Arabic I World Environmental Algebra I Visual Arts I IB Extended
English II Geography Science Essay I
English II
Honors Arabic I World Environmental Algebra I Visual Arts II IB Extended
English III Geography Essay II
IB English III Honors /Physical Honors
English IV Science ESL
IB English IV IB Arabic Ab Civics Chemistry Geometry IB Art I ACT Prep
Initio I
IB Arabic Ab Civics Honors Chemistry II Geometry IB Art II ESL I
Initio II Honors
French I US History Biology Álgebra II Creative ESL I
Writing Reading
French II US History IB Biology Álgebra II IB Film ESL II
Honors Studies I
I/IB Biology II Honors
IB French Ab IB History I IB Advanced IB Film ESL II
Initio I Environmental Math - Studies II Reading
Science I Functions and
Statistics
IB French Ab World History IB IB Math Study Theatre I ESL III
Initio II
Environmental I
Science II
Mandarin I IB History II Anatomy and IB Math Study ESL IV
Physiology II
Mandarin II Probability & IB Theory of
Statistics Knowledge I
IB Mandarin Ab IB Theory of
Initio I Knowledge II
IB Mandarin Ab Health (.5)
Initio II
Spanish I PE I (.5)
Spanish II PE II
Spanish III Conversation & Speech I
Culture
IB Spanish Ab Study Skills I
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Study Skills II
Initio I
Study Skills
IB Spanish SL I III
Spanish IV Conversation & Study Skills
Culture IV
IB Spanish Ab
Initio II
Vietnamese I
Vietnamese II
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8. PROMOTION, GRADING & EVALUATING, GRADUATION
8.1 PROMOTION
A student’s grade classification is based upon the number of Carnegie units of credit earned. IHSNO does not award .5
Carnegie units at the mid-year point. This classification shall remain in effect for the entire year.
Grade classifications will be as follows:
UNITS EARNED UNIT RANGE GRADE
Fewer or equal to 6 units 0 – 6.5 9th
7 or more units, but fewer than 14 7 – 13.5 10th
14 or more units, but fewer than 21 14 – 20.5 11th
21+ 12th
21 or more units and is eligible to
complete the 24 State Required
units for graduation
Course Credit
a. High school students must be present 167 days and receive a grade of "D" or higher to earn credit for the course.
b. In order to pass a one-unit course, a student must earn a grade of "D" or higher for the academic year.
c. If a student fails fourth quarter, they fail the entire year.
d. In order to pass a ½-unit course a student must earn a grade of "D" or higher for the semester
In addition to the above guidelines, in order to receive course credit please remember:
Students who accrue more than 10 class periods of absence for the school year will not be awarded credit for a one-
credit course. Students who accrue more than 5 class periods of absence for the semester will not be awarded credit for
½ credit course.
Students who have more than 10 absences in any one class during the school year will receive a grade of “F” on
their report card.
Students who fail to earn their Carnegie unit or a portion of the Carnegie unit will be required to make up the
unit during summer school. However, IHSNO does not offer summer school.
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8.2 GRADING & EVALUATION
Students are to be graded on their academic achievement and not their behavior. The following are all considered in
grading:
Letter Percentage Qualit Quality Point Grading Categories Percentage
Grade % y Average
Classwork & 35%
A Equivalent Points 4.0 – 3.5 Homework 30%
B 3.49 – 2.5 5%
C 100 - 93 4 2.49 – 1.5 Presentations, Tests, 30%
Quizzes
92 - 85 3 100%
Participation
84 - 75 2
Midterms, Final
D 74 - 67 1 1.49 – 1.0 Exams, EOC (If
F 66 or below 0 0.99 – 0.0 applicable), and Major
Incomplete – MUST BE Pre-Approved by Projects
I Head of School/Designee
W Withdrawn from Class Total
IB Grading Scale:
Additional Notes on Grading
a. Individual grades and averages are expressed as letter grades A through F.
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b. The final grade at the end of the year in each subject is the average of all the appropriately weighted grades for the
entire year. If the fourth quarter is failed, the course is failed. If the student has not met the state mandated
attendance requirements, the he or she will receive a grade of F.
c. Students enrolled in IB courses will be graded on the school grading scale, however, their IB assessments will be
graded using the IB scale provided above.
d. In accordance with LA state policy, if a student has taken an End of Course Assessment that accompanies the
course, their score on that assessment will account for 30% of the grade for that course.
End of Course/LEAP 2025 Tests
Equivalency Grades
Achievement Level Grade Scale Letter LEAP 2025 TESTS:
Score Grade Algebra 1 English I Biology
Geometry U.S.History English II
Advanced 93‐100 A
Mastery 85‐92 B
Basic 75‐84 C
Approaching Basic 67‐74 D
Unsatisfactory 0‐66 F
Exam Policy
Every subject and every class will administer a marking period exam each marking period and a final exam.
If the course is English I, English II, Algebra I, Geometry, Biology or US History, there will be a LEAP
2025 exam administered. That exam will be used as the final exam grade and will be displayed on your
report in field E2. That grade will be 30% of the final grade. These courses still require a final project, lab,
or presentation due during the final exam period that will be included in the 4th marking period grade.
If the course is English III for students who entered 9th grade before the 2017-2018 school year, the EOC
will be administered. That exam will be used as the final exam grade and will be displayed on your report
card in field E2. That grade will be 30% of the final grade.
For courses that are not EOC or LEAP, a teacher-created final exam that measures mastery of the entire
course will be given. This final exam grade will be displayed on your report card in field E2.
The final grade in a course is calculated as 70% of the average marking periods 1-4 plus 30% of the final
exam grade and is displayed in field F1 on your report card.
Students who fail the LEAP or EOC will be offered 30 hours of remediation and be required to retake the
test during the next administration.
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Parent Teacher Conferences
Teachers will contact parents/guardians of any student who is failing their class at the 6-weeks Progress Report for
every quarter. Often poor attendance leads to lower grades. The teacher will schedule a MANDATORY parent
conference in order to discuss the student’s progress with the parents/caretakers and sign an Attendance Recovery
Contract.
QUARTERLY PARENT CONFERENCE
REPORT CARDS PROGRESS ALERT
DATES
Quarter 1
Quarter 2 09/25/2019
Quarter 3
Quarter 4 12/4/2019
02/19/2020
05/06/2020
Communication between teachers and parents is strongly encouraged. If a parent or guardian would like to
establish communication with any of his/her student’s teachers, it can be done through the following channels:
I. JCampus, under the Parent Portal.
II. Parents are encouraged to communicate directly with the student’s teacher. This communication process is
important to ensure the appropriate person is part of the desired conversation and if needed, resolution.
Teachers and staff emails are located on the website in the Faculty & Staff Directory.
III. If the parent decides to contact the office first in order to set up a meeting with the desired faculty/staff, the
parent will need to fill out a teacher contact request form in the office and allow a period of at least 48 hours
for the faculty/staff to get back to the parent.
NOTE:
• Teachers will not be called out of their instructional time to meet with a parent if an appointment has not been
set up and confirmed previously.
• Also, please note that personal information, such as teachers’ personal cell phone numbers, will not be released
to the public.
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8.3 GRADUATION
Determination of Valedictorian/Salutatorian
The Valedictorian/Salutatorian are two of the most covetous honors that can be bestowed upon a student. The
valedictorian is the IB Diploma Program graduating senior who has the highest weighted grade point average
accumulated for all high school credits earned. The salutatorian is the IB Diploma Program graduating senior
who has the second highest weighted grade point average accumulated for all high school credits earned. This
designation is declared after all grades are input.
Graduation Requirements
IHSNO strives to provide a full and well-rounded education to each of its students. All students are encouraged to
follow the full IB Diploma Program curriculum or take at least 1 IB course their junior and senior years. All
students who satisfactorily complete the required Carnegie units will graduate. However, participation in the
Commencement Ceremony at IHSNO is a privilege that is earned by doing the following:
Pursue a full course load (including dual enrollment) each semester
Complete 4 years of the same foreign language (if transferred in after 9th grade, each year you are here)
Abide by the Discipline Policy
Pay entire Senior Budget by January 15 of graduating year
Completion of Graduation after semester ends
There are times when a student may be close to completing requirements but need a little more time. IHSNO allows
students to take classes through different means to complete graduation requirements. If a student completes
making up a failed class after October 1, they may receive their diploma the following year.
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9. HOMEWORK AND MAKEUP WORK POLICIES
At IHSNO, we believe that improving the rigor and relevance of the curriculum and improving
relationships will increase student achievement and promote citizenship. In order to achieve these goals,
IHSNO is suggesting 1-2 hours of homework across the curriculum each night, however the
expected time varies.
Rationale
Homework is defined as any assignment that is completed during non-classroom time. These
assignments should introduce, reinforce, extend and/or enrich class-work. Homework is a necessary
extension of the school day and an important part of a student’s educational experience. Homework
encourages self-discipline, positive self-esteem and an interest in learning. Homework also promotes the School-
Home-Community relationship, since parents, teachers and community supporters are involved with students in
completing assignments.
Homework Policy.
Students should anticipate 1 – 2 hours of homework across the curriculum per evening. Homework will be assigned
according to the requirements of each respective course. Teachers are responsible to assign homework, provide feedback
on homework and return it in a timely manner.
a.) Personal Property Policy
IHSNO is not responsible for storage, maintenance and safe-keeping of any personal items that students bring to school.
Students are encouraged not to bring any personal items. Any student who brings personal items to school does so at
his/her own risk and should be aware the items may be confiscated if instructional time is compromised in any way.
b.) Instructional Materials
Students are responsible for the care for all instructional material (textbooks, laptops, calculators, etc.) issued to
them. All instructional material must be returned to the teacher in good condition at the end of the instructional
period. A replacement fee will be assessed if instructional materials are not in good/useable condition upon return.
9.01 VACATION HOMEWORK
Teachers may provide students with homework during school vacations. Completed vacation homework may be
counted as a test grade, if assigned.
State Homework Help Sites: http://www.state.lib.la.us/
http://homeworkla.org/
9.02 MAKE-UP WORK.
a. All assignments are due on the teacher designated due date.
b. Assignments scheduled prior to absence are due on date of return.
c. It is the responsibility of students to obtain their makeup work from their teacher within 24 hours of returning to
school.
d. In the event of an excused absence, students may submit assignments without penalty up to the amount of days
absent, after which a 5% per school day (up to 10 school days) penalty applies. This policy applies to absences
related to IHSNO sponsored events (field trip, sports events, college trips, etc.).
e. In the event of an unexcused absence, or incomplete assignment: late work can be submitted up to 10 days after its
due date. Assignments submitted after the due date incur 5% penalty per school day.
f. If a student misses a midterm or final exam due to an excused or unexcused absence, he or she is permitted to make
up the exam within three days of returning to school. After three days, the grade defaults to a zero.
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10. CULTURE, CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE
10.1 THE IHSNO CULTURE TEAM
The primary goals of IHSNO Culture Team are to empower students on the importance of positive behavior, develop
and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners to support the mission and
behavioral expectations of IHSNO. The Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) approach will be one of the main
initiatives and strategies used to highlight student centered interventions, which include but are not limited to:
a. Communicate clearly to students the behavioral expectations of IHS
b. Encourage positive behavior through modeling the desired behavior
c. Providing leadership in developing and implementing student management systems
d. Collaborating with the RTI Chairperson to facilitate behavior interventions and the resolution of student conflict
e. Developing student centered interventions to address and reduce the instances of student absences, tardiness and
truancy
f. Collaborating with staff to maintain the school’s crisis management plan and safety requirements
g. Advocating for the inclusion of students in the development of school policies and community partnerships
h. Developing student leaders through group trainings and the creation of opportunities for students to participate in
school improvement activities
10.2 EXPECTATIONS
Students are expected to be International High School of New Orleans ambassadors and must conduct themselves in
a respectful and considerate way at all times whether at school, in route to and from school, or in the community.
Students who misbehave, show disrespect to school employees, show disregard for school property, or disrupt school
activities shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.
A. Students are expected to:
a. Demonstrate respect for self and others
b. Take seriously their courses of study
c. Demonstrate courtesy to others
d. Comply with school dress code
e. Behave in a responsible manner
f. Cooperate with school officials
g. Cooperate with others
h. Respect other’s property
i. Attend class as scheduled
j. Adhere to the Student Code of Conduct
k. Demonstrate the IB Learner Profile
l. Be prepared for class
B. Anti-Bullying and Harassment Policy
In keeping with the pursuit of a diverse and inclusive learning community, bullying and harassment are prohibited at the
International High School of New Orleans. This prohibits any written, verbal or physical conduct that adversely affects
the ability of one or more students to participate in or benefit from the school's educational programs or activities either
by placing the student (or students) in reasonable fear of physical harm, or because the conduct is severe, persistent, or
pervasive. This includes conduct that is based on the student's actual or perceived race, color, national origin, sex,
disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion or any other distinguishing characteristics. This also
includes association with a person or group with one or more of the above-mentioned characteristics, whether actual or
perceived. This policy covers conduct that takes place in the school, on school property, at school-sponsored functions
or activities, on school buses or vehicles, or at bus stops, as well as any electronic communication that takes place at
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these locations. This policy applies to the entire school community, including educators, school staff, students, parents,
and volunteers.
a.) No Touch Policy
Students are to keep their hands and feet to themselves at all times. This includes, but is not limited to, public displays
of affection, horseplay, play fighting, pushing, shoving, fondling, groping, or bumping into each other. Dependent
upon the severity, no touch violations can be minor or major violations of the school discipline policy.
C. Capturing Kids’ Hearts
Capturing Kids’ Hearts primary focus is to develop healthy relationships between members of a school’ educational
community. The approach is used in conjunction with PBIS to improve the five key indicators of school performance:
fewer discipline referrals, improved attendance, higher student achievement, lower dropout rates, and higher teacher
satisfaction. At the core of Capturing Kids’ Hearts is the Social Contract. The contract is designed to let participants
in a classroom and school know what behavior is acceptable and what is not. It is an agreement of behavior to promote
a self-managing class.
D. Discipline Policy
At IHSNO, a safe, learning environment actively promotes thoughtfulness, creativity and excellence. Therefore,
students and staff will adhere to our system of discipline that promotes and embodies the IB Learner Profile.
Structure, routine, and consistency are the cornerstone in creating a positive school climate.
Discipline is rooted in true care and concern for our students. We must teach and model the importance of self-respect
and ownership of our behavior. Discipline is not only about consequences, it provides the greatest opportunity for
teaching students exactly what is expected of them and guiding students to find positive solutions during conflicts.
At IHSNO, school rules are carried out on a systematic and consistent basis on campus and in classrooms. The
discipline policy provides due process procedures that the school will follow in applying its disciplinary actions.
International High School of New Orleans is committed to providing a positive learning environment for all students
and does not tolerate dating abuse, sexual violence, harassment or stalking in school. Please see the appendix for the
complete policy and form used to report incidents of dating abuse.
Students are encouraged to document all incidents and allegations made against them. Students will document incidents
on a Student In-take Form/Bullying Form. After completion of the form, an investigation of the incident will be
conducted by an adult. After a thorough investigation, the Dean of Students under the supervision of the principal will
determine the degree of reprimand (based on the discipline policy).
Each student is responsible for his/her own behavior. IHSNO expects the highest standard of conduct and
decorum of all students. The Student Code of Conduct must be signed by students and parents/guardians.
CLASSIFICATIONS OF INFRACTIONS
Discipline incidents will be classified as Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Infractions.
• Tier 1 Infractions – Discipline incidents that can be handled by the teacher and do not warrant a discipline
referral to the Principal or designee. Any behavior that is of low-level intensity, passive in nature and/or of a non-
threatening manner.
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• Tier 2 Infractions – Discipline incidents that interfere with anyone’s safety and learning, are of a threatening
or harmful nature, legal violations, and warrant administrative interventions.
• Tier 3 Infractions – Discipline incidents that severely interfere with anyone’s safety and learning, are of a
threatening or harmful nature, are legal violations and warrant immediate response from administration, crisis team,
entire staff, and/or community support.
c.) Respect for School Property
All desks, books, and school materials are the property of the school. Students must be respectful of all school property
and may not deface school furniture, walls, ceilings, floors or equipment. Students may not tamper with fire alarms, fire
extinguishers or any electrical systems. The willful destruction, damage or defacement of school property is grounds for
disciplinary action. Students and their parents/guardians will be required to pay for the repair or replacement of any
school property that is lost, damaged or defaced as a result of the student’s actions or neglect.
d.) Search and Seizures of Property
All students and their property are subject to search and seizure. Students, vehicles brought on campus, book bags,
school desks and other school property are subject to inspection and search by school authorities at any time without
prior notice to students or parents. Students may be randomly searched throughout the school day or searched if there is
probable cause. Students are required to cooperate if asked to open book bags, purses or any vehicle brought on campus.
Metal detectors may be utilized at school or at any school function, including activities which occur outside normal
school hours or off the school campus at the discretion of administrators. Students refusing to cooperate will be subject
to further disciplinary action should he/she be suspected of being in possession of items that may be harmful to others or
considered illegal on school property. Parents should be aware that State and/or Federal law may require modified
disciplinary actions for special education students.
10.3 TRANSPORTATION RESPONSIBILITIES
IHSNO will provide transportation for students based on location and need. Families are responsible for their child’s
transportation during after-school hours. This includes detention, after school tutoring, and any other after school
activities. There will be no supervision provided for students after 4:30pm. Parents are asked to pick up their child in a
timely manner. If a student misses the bus for any reason, it is their responsibility to find a way to and/or from school.
10.3.1 SCHOOL BUS CONDUCT
Students must comply with the Student Code of Conduct while traveling on a school bus to and from their homes or
school sponsored event. If a student commits an infraction covered in the Student Code of Conduct on a school bus, the
school bus driver/monitor will complete the School Bus Behavior Report and give a copy of the form to the Dean of
Culture or designee, parent(s)/legal guardian(s), and the student. If the Dean of Culture or designee decides a conference
is necessary, the Dean of Culture or designee will notify the parent(s)/legal guardian. A parent conference with the Dean
of Culture or designee will be held in person or by phone before the student is allowed to ride the bus again.
A school bus suspension does not necessarily mean a suspension from school. If a student is suspended from the school
bus, it is the parent(s)/legal guardian(s)’ responsibility to ensure the student arrives to school on time. After two
infractions on the bus, the student will no longer be provided transportation by the school.
Students must wear their School ID’s to ride the bus.
If a student with disabilities is suspended or expelled from the bus, the school is required to provide alternate
transportation for the student only if transportation is documented on the Individual Education Plan (IEP). If
transportation is not documented on the IEP, the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) must ensure the child get to and from school
on time.
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In order to ensure the safety of all our students on the bus, students may not interfere with bus safety in any way. For
example, students may not throw things from the bus windows; create a disturbance on the bus; refuse to comply with
directions given by the bus driver, use profanity, hang out the window, etc. If such infractions occur, the student will
upon the second (2) such occurrence, permanently lose their bus privileges. At the discretion of the Principal, any
student who creates a major threat to the safety of other students on the bus will lose their bus seat immediately. The
vacant seats will be given to the next student on the transportation waiting list.
10.3.2 CAR RIDER / STREETCAR
All car and streetcar riders must enter through the front of the school (727 Carondelet Street) 7:45 am-8:00 am. Once
students enter the campus, they are not allowed to leave unless they have written permission from an administrator or
they are checked out by a parent/guardian (tardy protocol).
a.) Parking Policy
Students are not allowed to park on campus during school hours.
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11. UNIFORM POLICY
School Uniform
All students must adhere to the mandatory school uniform daily. Students must be in uniform and prepared for
class on the first day of school. There will be no authorized window to purchase uniforms after the first day of
school. Students out of uniform will be retained in Cafeteria II. Teachers will be requested to send work for
students out of uniform. Parents will be informed by phone/letter that they need to purchase uniforms as soon as
possible. Students who are out of uniform will not be allowed to enter class. Teachers must issue uniform violation
slips to non-compliant students
Student dress reflects his/her attitude toward school and class work. Students are expected to be neat, clean, and
fully dressed at all times. This policy permits students to wear a royal blue IHSNO Polo, appropriate fitting khaki
pants, socks and a belt.
SHIRT:
Short sleeve royal blue Polo shirt with IHSNO logo
SENIORS: Short or long sleeve white Oxford button down with IHSNO logo or white Polo with IHSNO logo
SWEATER/SWEATSHIRT:
Sweatshirt (black) with logo
PANTS:
Appropriate fitting khaki pants (Dickies)
SHOES:
Black Adidas Alphabounce tennis shoes selected by the school
SOCKS:
Must wear socks
BELT:
Must wear a belt
BACKPACK:
Clear/Mesh Only
The following items will NOT be allowed under any circumstances:
Shorts Sweatpants
Pajamas Body tights
Pajama-like Clothing Leggings
Hoodies Jeggings
Bandanas Caps
Sunglasses Scarves – head gear, head wraps, Du-rags
Open-toed shoes Boots or Cleats
The following items may ONLY be worn on approved dress down days or special events:
Athletic Shirts T-Shirts
Dresses Skirts
Regular or Skinny Jeans (no rips of tears)
IHSNO students are not to wear any other outerwear besides an IHSNO Uniform ‘Sweater’ or sweatshirt. Students
are not permitted to wear head apparel, such as hats, du-rags, or bandanas in the building at any time unless for
documented religious/cultural reasons. IHSNO prohibits the presence of any apparel, jewelry, accessory, or manner
of grooming, by virtue of its color, arrangement, trademark, or any other attribute that denotes membership in a
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gang. Attire and accessories may not portray or exhibit profane, vulgar, offensive, violent, drug, alcohol or gang
related words or symbols.
For uniform assistance, contact the school’s social worker.
Dress Down or Themed Dress Days: If students have been rewarded with a dress down day they may wear an
appropriate fitting jeans (not torn) and the IHSNO spirit shirt or a polo style or button-down shirt. All other rules stated
above still apply. Themed Dress Days will be communicated in the parent newsletter and on the school’s website.
Physical Education Uniform
Students must purchase an IHSNO P.E. uniform if they are scheduled to take P.E. The uniform consists of
blue or green shorts, white shirt, white socks, and tennis shoes.
ID Policy
All students must purchase an identification card (ID) as part of the student fees. ID card must be visible and worn
around the neck on a lanyard at all times. ID cards are considered a part of the student’s uniform. ID Cards shall not
be defaced, modified, altered, changed, tampered with or deliberately damaged. The ID card must be presented upon
request to any member of the faculty or staff during the school day or at any school function. Failure to do so subjects
the student to disciplinary action. ID’s must be worn to ride the school bus and attend field trips.
The ID may be utilized in many ways (i.e. admittance to school dances, cafeteria dining, and athletic events,
borrowing laptops and books). Students must replace a lost or stolen ID card. The replacement costs is $5.00. ID
cards are non-transferable (cannot be given or used by another person). A student without an ID is considered out-of-
uniform, including free dress days, and will be issued an after-school detention. Any missed after school detention
will result in an In-School Suspension the following day.
Student ID’s will be issued by grade level:
Freshmen – Grey
Sophomore –Tan
Juniors – Blue
Seniors – White
Off campus: Dual Enrollment, BARD, IBDP – Red
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12. ELECTRONICS DEVICE POLICY
The use of all electronic devices during the day are prohibited (Bulletin741, page 43. The Principal or designee has the
authority to implement policies regarding any electronic device. Any unauthorized use or display of any electronic device
during the school day (during class/instructional time/lunch/PE), will be confiscated and held until a parent picks up the
device at the end of the confiscation period.
Electronic devices are items such as cell phones, IPODS, earbuds, and in-ear headphones. Confiscated electronic devices will
be returned ONLY to a Parent or guardian when the confiscation period has expired, or items may be released to the parent
before the expiration period for a 25-dollar payment. Confiscated items can be retrieved daily from the Dean of Culture’s
office between 3:35-4:15 after school.
If the misuse of any electronic device occurs more than three times, the student will lose the privilege of bringing that device
to school.
Disciplinary measures shall result in the following procedures for violation of this policy:
First infraction will result in the confiscation of any electronic device for five (5) days.
Second infraction will in a confiscation for 10 days.
Third infraction will result in a confiscation of the device for the remainder of the school year, and loss of privilege
of bring a cell phone or any other electronic device to school for the remainder of the school year.
Confiscated electronic devices will be returned to Parents or guardian listed in JCampus when the confiscation
period has expired.
Items may be released to the parent or guardian before the expiration period for a 25 dollar payment.
The Principal or designee maintains the right to search confiscated electronic devices to make an accurate
assessment of the nature of the disruption and its risk to others.
Yondr Pouches
One (1) numbered Yondr pouch will be issued to each student to be taken home and considered part of the required uniform.
Students are required to encase their phones in a Yondr case daily. Students will maintain possession of their locked phones
throughout the school day. All encased phones will be unlocked at the end of the day, and students will have access to their
devices to coordinate transportation.
Students are required to have Yondr everyday as a part of the school uniform, along with the student ID. If a student is
unable to produce a Yondr when requested, they must report to ISS as is the case with other dress code violations.
The Yondr case is a school issued supply, just like textbooks. Yondr remains the property of IHSNO, therefore a student
will be held accountable for damage or defacement. The student is responsible to pay a $30 replacement fee if lost,
damaged, or stolen. The confiscation policy will apply if a phone is seen out of its Yondr case.
A student who owes a replacement fee is not allowed to have a phone on campus until it is paid (Yondr probation)
o If students are caught with a visible phone, the phone will be surrendered for 5 days.
o If a student is caught with a phone visible a 2nd time, the confiscation period will last 10 school days.
o A parent may retrieve the phone during the confiscation period by paying a $25 fee.
Telephone Calls
Students needing to make “emergency calls” home may be permitted to use the office phone with the approval of the teacher
and office administrator. Students are prohibited from using cell phones during the school day.
Any student refusing to provide or hand over any electronic device to any school employee will be suspended for willful
disobedience and may lose the right to carry a cell phone on campus. Any student who deceives or attempts to deceive a
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school employee regarding the possession of an electronic device or attempt to hide said device in any way will be
suspended.
If any unauthorized items are brought onto the school’s campus, teachers must immediately confiscate the item, write the
students name on it, and in a timely manner turn it into the office. NOTE: IHSNO will not be responsible for the loss of,
damage to or for stolen electronic devices.
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13. STUDENT FEES
Students fees are essential in supporting our students’ non-academic school life. These fees support activities, celebrations,
rewards, awards, etc. Additional costs may be necessary for specific field trips, dances, and other activities. Fees also cover
student identification cards and lanyards. Student ID’s must be worn during the school day and are required to ride the
school bus, receive public bus passes, receive school breakfast and lunch, and participate in extracurricular activities. While
all students will have access to the academic components of the student life, failure to pay fees will restrict my child from
participating in extracurricular activities such as sports, field trips and school dances. Families needing assistance in paying
the student fees should contact the school social worker [email protected]. IHSNO will no longer accept cash
for payment of student fees. The school only accepts debit cards, credit cards and money orders.
$200.00 Mandatory for all Freshman, Sophomores and Juniors
includes:
Uniform
ID/Lanyard
Technology Fee
Additional Fees
P.E. Uniform $22.00 (External Vendors)
Replacement of assigned Yondr pouch $30
Junior Ring Ceremony $30
Early Phone Release $25
Yearbook $60
Field Trips $TBD
Athletic Fees $80
Dances:
Homecoming $50.00
Prom $75.00
Senior Budget
$600.00
Includes: Optional items to be purchased individually:
1. Basic School Fees (uniform, ID, lanyard, 1. Fall Senior Lunch $25
tech fee) 2. Spring Senior Brunch $25
2. Senior Pictures (basic package) 3. Two (2) Prom Tickets $125
3. Senior T- shirt 4. Prom Favors $25
4. Two (2) Fun Trips (1 spring/1 fall) 5. Yearbook $60
5. Spring Senior Picnic
6. Baccalaureate Night
7. Cap & Gown *all activities must be paid at least 15 days in advance of
8. Diploma Cover the event
9. Graduation Announcements (10)
10. Graduation Tickets (10)
11. Graduation Ceremony
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14. STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
The mission of the IHSNO Student Support Team is to provide all students with comprehensive services that
encourage the highest level of student achievement through individual growth in academic, career, and personal/social
domains. In partnership with teachers, administrators, parents and our community, the student support team aims to
help all students to be successful lifelong learners and productive, compassionate global citizens.
School Counselors
The School Counselors, Ms. Denise James (11th& 12th grades) and Mr. Rufus McGee(9th & 10th grades) help students
plan a challenging course schedule and advise students on how to achieve their goals. The school counselors have
information on which tests students should take and how to get on the right track for careers and individual goals that
interest the student. Also, they educate students and parents about the many post-secondary options available to them.
Through many years of experience in the college guidance field and the exclusive use of Common App a
comprehensive college guidance software program, the Counseling team strives to match students to appropriate
schools based upon interests, ability and academic record.
Social Worker
The Social Worker provides comprehensive social work services to students, parents, and the school. The Social
Worker is responsible for and carries out the following functions:
● promoting regular school attendance,
● counseling with students and parents,
● consulting with school personnel regarding the effectiveness of the school’s Positive Behavior Intervention
Support,
● working to resolve problems that interfere with student adjustment to school, achievement or attendance, and
● serving as a children and family advocate in a variety of situations.
Students are referred to the school social worker when the student shows signs of social and/or emotional difficulties,
which are interfering with the student’s success at school.
Intervention Services (Response To Intervention)
IHSNO’s academic program is designed to address the needs of those students who have been evaluated and
identified as either academically gifted or in need of additional help. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, the school has a specific duty to identify, refer and evaluate student with disabilities.
The Response To Intervention (RTI) process is used to assist students who are not meeting all of their academic or
behavioral goals in class. It is a tiered process that increases the level of support as necessary. Parents who are
concerned about their child’s progress should speak to their child’s teacher about the intervention process. The teacher
then closely monitors the student’s progress and begins by offering extra support in the classroom. Students who do
not show progress in their regular education classes over several weeks are referred to the school’s Response to
Intervention (RTI) team for review and further assessment to determine additional supports that are needed up to and
including eligibility for 504 accommodations or special education services. The RTI team will review students with
low incidence disabilities such as autism, vision or hearing impairments, etc. immediately.
A parent may contact IHSNO’s RTI Coordinator Rufus McGee at [email protected], if he/she is concerned
that his/her child needs additional support, may have a disability, wishes to learn more, or would like to request an
evaluation. Please note that referral to the RTI process does not automatically qualify a child for Section 504 or IEP
services.
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Records
IHSNO recognizes that the collection, maintenance, inspection and dissemination of relevant student educational
records are important to the proper operation of the school community. IHSNO complies with the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and all pertinent regulations, the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act and the rules of the Louisiana State Department of Education. All student educational records are
collected, maintained, inspected, disseminated and destroyed pursuant to these federal and state regulations.
IHSNO is required by the state to maintain the following information on each student:
o Birth Certificate
o Social Security Card
o Discipline Records
o Individual Education Plan (IEP)
o Individual Accommodation Plan (504)
o Emergency Consent Form Immunization Records
o Insurance Card
o Declaration of Domicile
o Proof of Address Documentation
o Medical Form for Chronic Illnesses Vaccination Records
o Test Scores
o Transcripts
o Parents/Guardians Photo ID
In addition, IHSNO requires that the following forms be on file: Current Year School Registration Form, Emergency
Contact and Pickup Information Form, Authorization to Use Materials/Photographs/Images. All forms must be
completed using the child’s given name as registered on their birth certificate and social security card. In the event
that a birth name has been legally changed, a copy of the court order certifying the change must accompany the copy
of the child’s birth certificate.
As a state-chartered school, IHSNO is required to have a physical address on record for each student. Please alert
our Office Manager, Patricia Adams at 504.613.5703 or [email protected], if your family has a mailing
address (such as a PO Box) different from the physical address provided.
Any change in student information (address, phone number, emergency contact) must be transmitted as soon as possible
to IHSNO’s administration.
FERPA
FERPA, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, is a federal law that gives parents and students certain
rights with respect to a student’s educational records. These rights include the right to access, inspect and request
correction of those records. If the school decides not to make a requested change, the parent or student has the right
to a formal hearing before the charter school board. Every school has a duty to ensure that these rights are protected
(see http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/uploads/3312.)
FERPA also states that certain types of information (such as information that may appear in a school directory,
participation in sports or activities, dates of attendance at school, degrees or awards received, or most recent
previous school attended) may be disclosed without the expressed consent of a parent/guardian. Parents/guardians
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may require the school not release any information without expressed written consent by writing a letter to the
Head of School.
It is the policy of IHSNO, that no identifying information on a student is disclosed without written consent from
a parent/guardian. However, please note that, under FERPA, the school may disclose information to certain parties
without the parent/guardian’s consent. The following are exempt from FERPA: School officials and teachers with
legitimate educational interests and Officials and teachers of other schools to which the student is transferring
authorized governmental representatives as required by law.
Copies of Records
Copies of student’s records can be obtained by submitting a Records Request Form (available at the school). The
first copy is free; all subsequent copies are $10 per set. Please allow ten (10) business days for processing.
Release of Grades, Reports, Records & Transcripts
In accordance with the Privacy Act, transcripts and student records can only be released at the written request of
a student or graduate, or the parent or guardian of a student or graduate. Once a student/graduate reaches the age of
18 years of age his/her parent may no longer complete the records’ requests. The student/graduate must complete
these requests him/herself. Transcript Release Forms, which are available in the counseling and front offices, must
be completed before International High School of New Orleans will send out any official records or transcripts.
Requests for records or transcripts must be made by the student. Current IHS students are not charged for the first
official record and transcript issued and mailed. At no time are official records, or transcripts, or recommendations
given directly to students, graduates, parents or guardians.
Transcripts & Supporting Documentation for College and Scholarship Applications
Transcript requests for college and scholarship applications are handled through the College Counseling office at no
charge to students.
Requests for transcripts should be made at least three weeks in advance of a school or scholarship program’s
printed deadline. The College Counseling office will prepare free of charge up to ten packets of transcripts, senior
year mid-term grades, the IHSNO School Profile, and when appropriate, letters of recommendation for submission
to colleges, universities and scholarship programs.
Standardized Test Scores
It is students’ responsibility to submit all official ACT and/or SAT scores to the colleges, universities and
scholarship programs to which they have submitted applications. When taking these tests throughout the academic
year, students have the option to request their scores be sent to up to four schools and/or scholarship programs as
part of the test registration fee. If this option is not chosen, students must request additional scores to be sent by
visiting www.act.org or, www.collegeboard.com and clicking “additional scores”. Students should be prepared to
pay an additional fee when choosing this option for submission of score reports.
IHSNO does not provide copies of ACT or SAT scores.
Disclosure of Conduct Records
IHSNO will, when requested on the institution’s application, report student conduct records – including, but not
limited to, serious disciplinary violations, probation, off-campus suspensions, and dismissals, both before and after
a student submits an application for admission.
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Withdrawals
To withdraw from IHSNO, a parent/guardian if the student is younger than 18 years old must accompany a
student. If the student is 18 years of age or older he or she can complete the withdrawal process by him/herself.
The following procedures will be adhered to for student withdrawal:
• All withdrawal requests must be made forty-eight (48) hours in advance by a parent/guardian identification
must be provided when withdrawing a student.
• All instructional material i.e. textbooks, computers, calculators and books must be returned prior to withdrawal.
All fees must be paid or withdrawal papers will be held.
• A request of withdrawal notice needs to be completed by the student’s parent/guardian.
• The admissions counselor will submit the request for withdrawal notice to get the required signatures from
teachers, school counselor and the Head of School/Designee.
• All records will be faxed directly upon receiving a records request from the school the student is attending next.
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15. SAFETY & SECURITY
Emergency Contact Information
The school maintains a file of emergency contact information for students at IHSNO. Emergency situations may arise
involving the welfare of a student when a parent is not available. The telephone number of a friend, a neighbor or a
family member who will be able to take over care and responsibility for the child should be noted in the emergency
information. The Emergency Contact Card must be completed by parents. Information provided by parents on the
card provide emergency personnel with potentially lifesaving information (known medications, medical/psychiatric
conditions, allergies, pediatrician and his/her contact information, etc.). Schools release medical information only to
emergency personnel in an emergency.
It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to notify the office immediately of any changes to emergency information.
Non-Custodial Parents
Unless prohibited by a court order to the contrary, IHSNO will upon the request of either parent of a student whose
parents are separated or divorced, provide the requesting parent with copies of any documents relating to: the student’s
academic progress, the student’s emotional and/or physical health, notices of school-initiated parent-teacher
conferences; notices of major school-sponsored events which involve parent-student interaction and the school
calendar. In the event the right of one parent to visit or have contact with a child has been prohibited by court order, it
is the responsibility of the custodial parent to provide the Head of School with a copy of this court order and to ensure
that the order is kept current. This is required to provide school personnel with a legal basis for restricting contact of
a noncustodial parent in the school setting. If a court order has expired and a subsequent order prohibiting contact has
been entered, the custodial parent must provide the Head of School with a copy of the new order.
School personnel will only meet with the legal parent/guardian in regards to matters of discipline, student grades,
intervention services, special education needs, etc. Only the legal parent/guardian will be permitted to participate
in student/parent conferences.
Emergency Phone Calls
Students needing to make “emergency calls” home may be permitted to use the office phone with the approval of the
teacher and office administrator. Students are not permitted to use their cell phones during the school day.
Emergency School Closings
The Head of School/Designee may close school because of inclement weather, contagious disease or other
emergencies. IHSNO utilizes a broadcast telephone message service to notify parents of school-related emergencies
or special announcements. School closings will also be announced on WWL 870 AM Radio and on WWL Channel 4
television. Also, you can find this information updated on the IHSNO Website as well as our Facebook and Twitter.
Make sure to subscribe to these outlets if possible.
Emergency Procedures / Severe Injury
Emergency Medical Services will be called for any student sustaining severe or life-threatening injury or illness at
school. First aid will be administered by the school nurse or a staff member that is CPR and/or First Aide certified.
Parents or Emergency contact will be notified immediately. If a parent/guardian is not able to get to school in a timely
manner, the student will be accompanied by school personnel to the hospital.
Emergency Safety Drills
Fire, disaster (tornado, flash flood) and lockdown drills are conducted throughout the school year. Emergency exit
information is posted within each classroom and office, All Faculty and staff members review procedures on an
annual basis. The school maintains an Emergency Operation Plan on file in the office of Director of Facility. A copy
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is posted in each classroom and office. Students are to comply with all evacuations procedures and directions.
Students are to exit and enter the building silently for safety purposes, and students refusing to comply will be
subject to disciplinary action.
Lead Paint Management Plan
Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) requires annual notification to the building occupants
(students & their parents), employees and visiting workers regarding our existing Lead Plan Management Plans. If
you are interested in seeing the Lead Paint Management Plan or have questions you can make an appointment with
the Director of Facility by calling 504-613-5712 or emailing [email protected].
Asbestos
The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality
(LDEQ) require annual notification to the building occupants (students & their parents), employees and visiting
workers regarding our Asbestos Management Plans. If you are interested in seeing the Asbestos Management Plan or
have any questions, you can make an appointment with Director of Facility by calling 504-613-5712 or emailing
[email protected].
Accidents / Injuries
All accidents and injuries must be reported to the school Nurse and to the office. In case of serious injuries or illness,
parents/guardians will be notified. Parents must inform school administration regarding students who require
immediate or special consideration, such as nosebleeds, diabetes, epilepsy, hearing conditions, or any other physical
or mental restrictions. Incident reports are generated for all accident injuries that occur on school property. A copy
of the incident report goes home with the student. All accidents involving disciplinary measures are addressed by the
Head of School, or designee.
Acute Illness
Students who become ill during the school day must report to the school nurse. Students must obtain a signed pass
from their teacher to see the school nurse during instructional time except in case of emergency. Students who become
ill are not permitted to leave the building without properly notifying school officials.
Allergy/Anaphylaxis Policy
1. The school nurse or trained school employee may administer auto-injectable epinephrine to a student who
the school nurse or trained school employee, in good faith, professionally believes is having an anaphylactic
reaction, whether or not such a student has a prescription for epinephrine.
2. A licensed physician may prescribe epinephrine auto injectors in the name of IHSNO to be maintained for
use when deemed necessary.
3. The school nurse or trained employee may administer the auto-injectable epinephrine to respond to a
student's anaphylactic reaction, under a standing protocol from a physician licensed to practice medicine in the
state.
Cafeteria Policies
This Year all IHSNO students are provided free Breakfast and Lunch.
Breakfast is Served Daily from 7:45-8:05.
Students must have the IHSNO ID to be served breakfast and lunch.
School lunch and breakfast menus will be posted on the IHSNO website.
No carbonated beverages (sodas) are allowed in the cafeteria.
Meal Modification Forms (Food Allergy) must be on file for meal substitution.
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Chronic Illness
All students with chronic health conditions such as: on-going mental health issues, asthma, allergic reaction,
diabetes, respiratory distress or seizure disorder must meet with the school Nurse at the beginning of the school
year to develop an emergency care plan; this plan must accompany orders signed by the student’s physician for
medication or treatment in school. The school nurse with communicate with administration and staff as needed
to implement the Emergency Care Plan
The director of food services will be notified in writing of any students with food allergies or food intolerance.
Medication Administration
Parents must make every effort to schedule the administration of medications outside of school hours. If necessary,
parents who wish the administration to administer treatments or medications (including over the counter medications)
must submit a MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION ORDER FORM signed by their Louisiana physician. The
medication administration order form is available from the school office. Medicine to be administered must be in its
original container and properly labeled with the student’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage and the time
to be administered. Medications will be stored in a secure location in the Nurse’s office, except for inhalers and EpiPen
which students may keep on their persons. ALL MEDICATION IN A STUDENT’S POSSESSION MUST HAVE
THE APPROPRIATE MEDICATION FORMS ON-FILE IN THE NURSE’S OFFICE. IHS is not liable for a
student’s reaction to medication when given in accordance with the prescriber’s directions.
Immunizations
All students entering school in Louisiana must provide vaccination records. Each school year the nurse reviews
vaccination records for all students.
Each student, at the time of registration or entry, shall present satisfactory evidence of immunity to or immunization
against vaccine-preventable diseases according to a schedule approved by the office of public health, Department of
Health and Hospitals, or shall present evidence of an immunization program in progress. No student seeking to enter
any school shall be required to comply with the provisions of this Section if the student or his parent or guardian
submits either a written statement from a physician stating that the procedure is contraindicated for medical reasons,
or a written dissent from the student or his parent or guardian is presented.
The Nurse works closely with the State Department of Health, utilizing the Louisiana Immunization Network for Kids
Statewide (LINKS) database to track immunization information for each child. Parents should update immunization
records as needed. Parents/guardians may request an exemption from immunization requirements. Please see the
school Nurse for exemption procedures.
Lice
Any student suspected of having head lice is excluded from school until satisfactory treatment has been given and
lice and/or nits are no longer present. Discretion is used to check other students in classes where there is a head lice
outbreak. Written notification will be sent home regarding head lice outbreaks.
Precautions: Contact isolation until 24 hours after application of effective insecticide.
Mandatory Abuse Reporting
Teachers and other school staff are required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect when they have
reasonable cause to believe such abuse, neglect or crime has occurred or is occurring. Abuse is the non-accidental
physical, sexual or emotional injury to a child; neglect is the failure to fulfill a child’s physical or emotional needs.
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Vision and Hearing Screening
During the first semester of the school year or within thirty days after the admission of any students entering the school
late in the session, the school nurse shall test the sight and hearing of each and all students under their charge, except
those students whose parent objects to such examination. Students may also be tested upon referral or requests of
teachers and/or parents. In addition, children should be screened upon evaluation and entrance for a special education
program.
The school Nurse will keep a record of all screenings, shall be required to follow up on the deficiencies within
sixty days, and shall notify in writing the parent of every student found to have any defect of sight/hearing.
Visitors on Campus
All visitors must enter the front door on Carondelet Street. Visitors must wait to be buzzed in and escorted to the front
office. All visitors will be asked to present a photo ID and must wear a visitor's badge while on campus. All visitors
must be escorted throughout the campus. No visitors will be allowed to park or enter the school from Baronne Street
(back of the school).
Smoke/Alcohol/Drug Free Environment
The use of tobacco/tobacco products/alcohol/illegal drugs on school property is prohibited for all students, school
personnel and visitors at all times. The school property/environment includes the surrounding sidewalk areas,
surrounding yards, all entrances and parking areas. If a student is found in possession of illegal drugs on school
property, he/she may face serious consequences. Smoking is prohibited within 200 ft. of public or private K-12
school grounds.
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16. APPENDIX
DOCUMENTS INCLUDED:
• Title 1: School and Parent Compact
• Teen Dating Abuse Policy
• Dating Abuse Reporting Form
• Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy
• Field Trip Permission Form
• Electronics Device Policy
• Student Internet Acceptable Use Policy
• Parent Concerns
• Acknowledgement of Receiving Handbook Form
• Student Fees 2019-2020
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TITLE 1 SCHOOL-PARENT COMPACT
2019-2020
TITLE 1 SCHOOL-PARENT COMPACT
The staff of International High School of New Orleans and the parents of the students participating in activities, services,
and programs funded by Title I Part A of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act, agree that this compact outlines how
the parents, the entire school staff, and the students will share the responsibility for improved student academic
achievement and the means by which the school and parents will build and develop a partnership that will help children
achieve the State’s high standards.
Parent’s Responsibility: I will...
• Ensure that my child attends school daily and arrives at school on time;
• Encourage my child to follow the rules and regulations of the school
• Monitor my child’s homework
• Attend parent/teacher conferences and communicate with teachers frequently to discuss my child’s progress
• Volunteer in my child’s school and classroom
• Review the Student Handbook, Dress Code and Code of Conduct with my child and talk about the importance
of being safe, responsible, and respectful at school and in everyday life
• Support School Uniform, Discipline and Internet/Technology Policy
• Support the school Cell Phone Use Policy
• Complete all forms required by school and submit necessary documentation upon request
• Review this Compact with my child
Student’s Responsibility:
• Attend school and all scheduled classes daily
• Complete and turn in all classroom and homework assignments on time
• Accept responsibility for my own actions
• Show respect for myself, other people, and property
• Work hard and do my best
• Follow the school’s expectations and rules
• Follow the Student Code of Conduct
• Adhere to School Discipline Uniform, Internet/Technology Policy
• Adhere to the IHSNO’s Cell Phone Use Policy
• Comply with corrective actions/consequences issued for any violation of the Discipline, Uniform,
Internet/Technology Policy
School’s Responsibility:
• Provide high quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and effective learning environment that
enables the students to meet local and state academic standards
• Provide opportunities for ongoing communication between parents and teachers through: o
o Semi-annual parent/teacher conferences
o Periodic progress reports regarding each student’s progress, and
o Opportunities to talk with members of the staff, volunteer in class, and observe classroom activities
• Provide parents with assistance in understanding academic achievement standards and assessments and how
to monitor their child’s progress
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Teen Dating Abuse Policy Statement
International High School of New Orleans is committed to providing a positive learning environment for all students and
does not tolerate dating abuse, sexual violence, harassment or stalking in its school. Dating abuse includes any behavior by
a dating partner that is used to manipulate, gain control or gain power over someone. It also includes making a person feel
bad about himself or herself or other people who are close to this person. It also includes making a person afraid of his or
her girlfriend or boyfriend. We find that incidents of dating abuse, sexual violence, harassment and stalking negatively
impact the school environment and the ability of all students to thrive. We strive to ensure that every student is free from
these abusive behaviors in their relationships.
We recognize that a student’s experience of dating abuse impacts not only that student but his/her family and community,
as well. We find that the experience of abuse and victimization may make young victims of dating abuse particularly
vulnerable to engaging in delinquent or high-risk activities. We believe that relationship abuse is inextricably linked to
other school health and safety issues, such as truancy, weapons on campus, bullying and fighting. This threatens the safety
not only of teen victims of relationship abuse, but of every student and staff member in the school.
We believe that schools have a responsibility to address these issues with their students. Schools have the opportunity not
only to impact individual victims of relationship abuse, but also to play a significant role in both responding to and
preventing incidents of relationship abuse across the school community. Because teens spend a significant portion of their
lives in school, schools are uniquely positioned to respond to relationship abuse. We believe that schools have a moral and
legal obligation to sensitively intervene to support teens who are already experiencing relationship abuse. Additionally,
schools are ideally positioned to provide preventive measures at an early stage before teens find themselves in violent
relationships. Therefore, we believe that schools must proactively address this problem by establishing effective policies
and procedures that address relationship abuse.
IHSNO intends to meet its obligation to address dating abuse in its school by implementing an administrative policy,
establishing a protocol for responding quickly and effectively to complaints of dating abuse among students, and focusing
attention on prevention of dating abuse on campus. Any student experiencing dating abuse is to complete the Student
Complaint Form and submit to the School Social Worker, either counselor or any staff member.
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Teen Dating Abuse Student Complaint Form
Name: ____________________________________________Student ID:_________________________
Grade: __________ Age: ______ Date: ___________
What is the complaint?
□ Appeal of a denial of a request for accommodation
□ Request for disciplinary action against an alleged perpetrator, including changes to the alleged perpetrator’s school
enrollment, participation, or environment
If requesting disciplinary action, please print the name of the alleged perpetrator:
_____________________________________________________________________________
□ Other (please specify): _______________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
If appealing denial of a request for accommodation, please attach original accommodation request.
If requesting disciplinary action against another student, please answer the following questions about the most recent
or most serious incident:
Describe the relationship between you and the alleged perpetrator: ______________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Describe the incident: __________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
When and where did it happen? __________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Were there any witnesses? □ yes □ no
Name(s) and Contact Info: ________________________________________________________
Is this the first incident? □ yes □ no Number of Previous Incidents: ____________________
Other information, including previous incidents or threats: ______________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
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I certify that all statements made in this complaint are true and complete. Any intentional misstatement of fact will subject
me to appropriate discipline. I authorize school officials to disclose the information I provide only as necessary to
investigate this complaint.
Signatures:
Student:_____________________________________________________ Date: ___________________
School employee receiving request: ____________________________ Date: _____________________
If this request was filled out by someone other than the student, please sign:
Name (printed): _______________________________________________________________________
Relationship to student:_________________________________________________________________
Signature: ___________________________________________________ Date: __________________
For School Employee:
Notes of action(s) taken: ________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
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ACADEMIC HONESTY & INTEGRITY POLICY
2019-2020
ACADEMIC HONESTY & INTEGRITY POLICY
International High School of New Orleans expects all students to abide by ethical academic standards. According to
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program guidelines Academic Honesty in the IB Educational Context, academic honesty
is “making knowledge, understanding and thinking transparent”1. The purpose of IHS Academic Honesty and Integrity Policy
is to provide students, parents, teachers, and faculty with regulations that promote academic honesty in defining what
constitutes academic integrity and academic misconduct; establish clear procedures in the event that academic dishonesty and
misconduct occurs; describe the rights, roles, and responsibilities of all members of the school community; and hold all
members of International High School of New Orleans accountable to the Principled core value of the IB learner profile.
Academic Integrity can be defined by honest academic work where (1) the ideas and the writing of others are properly cited;
(2) students submit their own work for tests and assignments without unauthorized assistance; (3) students do not provide
unauthorized assistance to others; and (4) students report their research or accomplishments accurately.
IB defines academic misconduct as a behavior (whether deliberate or inadvertent) that results in, the student or other student
gaining an unfair advantage (or that disadvantages other students) in one or more assessment component. Academic
misconduct includes
● Plagiarism - the representation, intentionally or unwittingly of the ideas, words, or work of another person without
proper, clear and explicit acknowledgement.
● Collusion - supporting misconduct by another candidate, as in allowing one’s work to be copied or submitted for
assessment by another.
● Duplication of work - the presentation of the same work for different assessments components and/or diploma
requirements
● Misconduct during an examination, including the possession of unauthorized material.
● Disclosing information to another candidate, or receiving information from another candidate, about the content of
an examination paper within 24 hours after the examination.
Authentic Authorship
According to the IBO, “An authentic piece of work is one that is based on the candidate’s individual and original ideas
with the ideas and work of others fully acknowledged. Therefore all assignments, written or oral, completed by a
candidate for assessment must wholly and authentically use that candidate’s own language and expression. Where
sources are used or referred to, whether in the form of direct quotation or paraphrase, such sources must be fully and
appropriately acknowledged” (“Academic Honesty” 2011).
Intellectual Property
There are many different forms of intellectual property rights, such as patents, registered designs, trademarks, moral
rights, and copyright. Students must respect these rights as well as other forms of intellectual and creative
expression (like works of art, literature, or music).
Collaboration
Collaboration is working together in a joint intellectual effort to arrive at a common aim. This is appropriate,
encouraged behavior and does not result in “allowing one’s work to be copied or submitted for assessment by
another,” as defined above. According to the IBO, “…there are occasions when collaboration with other candidates
is permitted or even actively encouraged, for example, in the requirements for some internal assessments.
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