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George Washington Carver High School
“Failure is not an Option”
Darrell Hudson, Principal
Chari Fikes, Assistant Principal
Anthony Moss, Assistant Principal
Dr. Anthony McGraw, Assistant Principal
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George Washington Carver High School
PLEASE SIGN THIS PAGE AND RETURN TO THE SCHOOL.
Student’s Name (Please Print)___________________________________ Grade _______
ADDRESS:
PARENT OR GUARDIAN AND STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT
3900 24TH STREET NORTH
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA 35207
(205) 231-3900
This handbook has been developed to help your son/daughter gain the greatest possible benefit from his/
her school experience. The policies apply to all students and parents in the public schools, to school campuses, school buses and school-related activities and events.
THIS HANDBOOK BELONGS TO:
NAME: __________________________________________
ADDRESS: ________________________________________
CITY: ________________________ ZIP:________________
The school needs your help and cooperation. When you have read and discussed this document with your
son/daughter, sign this sheet and return it to school. This form will be kept in your son/daughter’s cumulative folder.
Parents or guardians have legal responsibility for the actions of their children and should be involved in the
education of their children. Parents or guardians should read this handbook carefully.
FAILURE TO RETURN THIS ACKNOWLEDGMENT WILL NOT RELIEVE STUDENTS, PARENTS, OR GUARDIANS FROM RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW THE CONTENTS OF THE STUDENT HANDBOOK AND WILL NOT EXCUSE ANY STUDENT’S NONCOMPLIANCE WITH
IT.
PHONE: __________________________________________
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Table of Contents
Equal Education Opportunity………………………………………………………………………………………………………4
School Board……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….5
Message from the Principal…………………………………………………………..………………………………………….....6
Mission, Vision, What We Believe Statements…………………………………………………………………………………….7
School Colors, Mascot, Alma Matter &Motto……………………………………………………………………………………..8
School History……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...9
Faculty & Staff……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...…11-13
Student Rights & Responsibilities ………………………………………………………………………………………………..15
School Calendar……………………………………………………………………………………………………………......16-18
Bell Schedule……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...19
Hours ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..20
Attendance/Tardiness/Truancy…………………………………………………………………………………………………....20
Report Cards and Grading………………………………………………………………………………………………..……….20
High School Credits Related to Attendance………………………………………………………………………………….…...21
Requirements for Graduation………………………………………………………………………………………………….22-23
Credit Recovery………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..24-25
Testing……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...….26-27
Night School…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..27
Schedule Changes………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....28
Removal from Class…………………………………………………………………………………………………….……...….28
Damage to School Property…………………………………………………………………………………………………….....28
Use of Tobacco, Alcohol, and Other Drugs…………………………………………………………………………………….....28
Possession of Weapon(s)………………………………………………………………………………………………………….28
ENCOURAGE YOUR PARENTS TO JOIN
Vehicle Regulations………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…....29
YOUR PTSA HELPS FUND:
Lockers…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….29
Visitors………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....29
Assemblies………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...30
Sexual Harassment/Anti Bullying Policy……………………………………………………………………………………...30-31
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Classroom enrichment programs
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Educational programs
Medication Policy Guidelines……………………………………………………………………………………………………..33
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Field trips
Emergency Exit Drills……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..33
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PBIS
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Athletics
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And much more!
Bus Transportation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..32
Uniform Dress Code Policy……………………………………………………………………………………………………….34
Discipline Policy ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….35
Student Organizations/Athletics……………………………………………………......................................................................36
Dining Hall Privileges……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..37
Hall Passes/Hall-Stairway Traffic Flow…………………………………………………………………………………………..37
Please see Mrs. Beaver or Mrs. Garrett for more information.
ONLY $10 TO JOIN
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Library Permits……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………37
Cheating …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..37
School Closing/Parent-Teacher Conferences…………………………………………………………………………………….37
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2. Cheerleading
3. Volleyball
4. Basketball
5. Baseball
6. Softball
7. Track & Field
Dining Hall Privileges
EQUAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
It shall be the policy of the Birmingham Board of Education that Birmingham
City Schools shall provide a non-discriminatory basis equal educational opportunity for students. No student shall be denied the benefits of any educational
activity on the basis of race, creed, color, handicap, ability, national origin, age
or sex. All programs offered by schools within the District shall be open to all
students consistent with statutory and judicial requirements. Administration of
students to special and advanced programs of activities shall be based on the
performance of the students.
All students are to report to the dining hall for lunch during the designated lunch period only. Violators are
subject to consequences. Each student eating lunch or a snack is expected to remove all debris from the area
where he/she sat to eat lunch.
Hall Passes
Students who need to leave an assigned area of the building to travel to another location should get permission
from the teacher whose class he/she is assigned to for that block.
Hall Traffic Flow/Stairway Traffic
To ensure a smooth flow of traffic, students are requested to walk on the right side of the hall at all times and
follow the directional flow of traffic for all steps.
As a safety precaution directional (up/down) arrows are posted to indicate the flow of traffic on each set of
steps. Please travel in the requested direction to ensure safety to others using the stairways.
Library Permits
Students have the option to use library before school, during their lunch period, or after school. To use the
library, students should have an official library pass. The only time a student is not required to have a library
permit is when the classroom teacher escorts the class to the library. Library hours of operation are 7:45-4:00.
Cheating
Any student caught cheating in any form may receive a “zero” for the assignments. The second offense of
cheating in the same class may result in an “F” for the semester.
School Closing
In the event of severe/inclement weather , school opening may be delayed or closed. The Superintendent or
his designee will announce closing or early dismissal over the radio and television stations. Please do not call
school authorities; their phone lines must be kept open for emergencies.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-teacher conferences must be scheduled in advance with your child(s) teacher during their planning period.
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to disrupt or who refuses to comply with school’s behavior code.
Birmingham City School
Board of Education Members
Here at Carver High School, we are proud of the high level of mature and responsible behavior displayed by
our students on and off the school grounds, in classes, out in public, on the playing fields and in the gym–
everywhere. It is so this pride may follow all who become a part of our school that we establish this discipline
policy.
Mr. Tyrone H. Belcher, Sr.
Ms. Alana V. Edwards
District 1
Vice President, District 7
Mr. Emanuel B. Ford
Mr. Brian Giattina
District 5
District 3
Mr. Edward Maddox
Mr. W. J. Maye, Jr.
President, District 4
District 6
Punishment for any offenses not listed will be at the discretion of the administrator. This overall discipline policy will be in effect at all school-sponsored activities and on school buses as well as when school is in session.
Ms. Virginia S. Volker
Mrs. April M. Williams
Student Organizations/Clubs
District 2
District 8
Self-discipline is the most valuable achievement a person can win. With it, life is meaningful, challenging, and
friendly. Without it, life soon becomes chaotic, troublesome and hectic.
No one can give us self-discipline; not even teach it to us. No one can make us responsible. Mature, responsible behavior does not come with age. It does not come from being caught and punished, or from fear of being
so. It does not come from a desire for rewards or recognitions. It comes from within us – from knowledge of
worth, and of pride and dignity. But mostly it comes from a desire to be in charge of one’s self and a personal
decision to be self-responsible, and an almost constant reaffirmation of that decision.
Teachers and principals stand in place of the parent during the time pupils are under their supervision. Teachers and principals have the responsibility and authority to maintain proper discipline in classrooms, in the
school at large, on school grounds, as well as school sponsored activities.
Carver High School claims the right to search students’ lockers, possessions, and persons if there are reasonable grounds to suspect the search will produce evidence that they have broken or are breaking a rule.
1. Academic Bowl Team - Blumenfeld
2. Spanish Honor Society - Blumenfeld
3. Newspaper - Blumenfeld
4. ROTC - Christophe
5. HOSA/Sports Medicine - Freeman
6. Poetry - Dudley
7. DECA - Cox
8. BETA - Patterson
9. FBLA– Beaver
10. Student Government - Reese
11. National Honor Society - D. Dudley
12. English Honor Society - Dorset
13. Classical Moments in African American History Team - Hampton
Ms. Phyllis F. Wyne
District 9
Dr. Craig Witherspoon, Superintendent
Athletics
To be eligible for sports at Carver High School, students must meet AHSAA eligibility standards. In order to
participate in an athletic practice, a student must have a physical on file in the principal’s office.
Sports available at Carver High School include:
1. Football
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
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Welcome to another invigorating school year. It is my pleasure to extend a
warm RAM welcome to all of our new and returning students. It is the desire
of myself, my fellow Assistant Principals, Instructional Specialists, and
Teaching and Support Staff that all of our students succeed. We strive daily
to ensure that quality teaching is occurring and that a safe, clean, and nurturing environment is maintained at G. W. Carver High School.
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This Student Handbook has been prepared so that everyone can continue
working together to provide the best possible educational environment. Included in this handbook is
information regarding services provided by the school district, as well as specific information that will
answer many questions you may have about our school and the guidelines under which we operate.
Please take the time to read it carefully and understand its content.
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G. W. Carver High School offers our students opportunities through exceptional staff, quality programs, and extensive offerings that are second to none and the foundation to a successful life. Your
familiarity with school, supported by the information herein, will increase your enjoyment, learning,
and success. Only your commitment remains as the deciding factor in how high you will soar.
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In closing, it is my goal to see progress on a daily basis. I strive to provide everyone with the resources
necessary to make their tenure here at G. W. Carver High School as successful as possible. I challenge
the community, parents, faculty and staff, and students to deem success as our only option because
failure is not an option at G.W. Carver High School!
Darrell Hudson
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SWEAT PANTS OR SWEAT SUITS, JOGGING PANTS/SUITS, WARM-UP PANTS/SUITS, ATHLETIC PANTS
KNIT, NYLON, SPANDEX, BIKING OR GYM SHORTS/PANTS
SPANDEX, NYLON OR KNIT TIGHTLY FITTED CLOTHES
SKIN TIGHT DRESSES OR TOPS
TANK TOPS, TUBE TOPS, HALTER TOPS, MESH TOPS, MIDRIFF TOPS
SLEEVELESS TOPS
SHIRTS WITH RUFFLES
SHIRTS MADE OF SHINY MATERIALS
TEE-SHIRTS OR TALL TEES
HOODED JACKETS OR SWEATSHIRTS
SUNGLASSES
FOOTLESS LEGGINGS / FOOTIES
THONGS / SLIPPERS / SANDALS / BARE FEET / FLIP-FLOPS / EXPOSED TOES OR HEELS
JACKETS OR OTHER CLOTHING WITH OFFENSIVE, LEWD, VULGAR, OBSCENE LANGUAGE, SLOGANS OR PICTURES
BUTTONS, JEWELRY OR OTHER ACCESSORIES CONTAINING LEWD, VULGAR, OBSCENE OR OFFENSIVE MESSAGES OR PICTURES OR WHICH ADVOCATE/ADVERTISE USE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL
CLOTHING, BUTTONS, JEWELRY OR OTHER ACCESSORIES THAT ADVOCATE OR DEPICT WEAPONS
OR ACTS OF VIOLENCE
SECRET SOCIETY, FRATERNITY OR SORORITY SYMBOLS OR LETTERING
ROLLERS, COMBS, OR COSMETOLOGY CLAMPS
POUCHES
SCARVES / HEAD RAGS /DOO RAGS / BANDANNAS/ SWEATBANDS / HATS / CAPS OR OTHER HEAD
COVERINGS
VISIBLE UNDERGARMENTS INCLUDING ANY SHIRTS WORN UNDER THE UNIFORM SHIRT
CLOTHING ALTERED BY CUTS, SLITS OR HOLES OR THAT IN ANY WAY EXPOSES THE SKIN
GOLD TEETH OR FANGS (UNLESS REQUIRED BY A DENTIST WITH WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION ON
FILE)
ANYTHING ELSE THE PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNEE DEEMS INAPPROPRIATE OR DISRUPTIVE OF THE
EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT.
Discipline Policy
Principal
We the students, teachers, staff, parents, and administrators of George Washington Carver High School believe:
 That order and good discipline are necessary to the safe and effective operation, and for the achievement of
the educational objectives of our school.
 That all students have a right to learn, and that all teachers have the right to teach without disruption by
misbehavior of any student.
 That all students can behave. That all students are responsible for their own behavior, regardless of behaviors of others, and regardless of whether their behavior is being monitored or not.
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That teachers and administrators have the right and responsibility to discipline any student who chooses
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Uniform Dress Code Policy
All students grade 9-12 are required to dress in proper uniform attire. It will be the parents’ responsibility to
ensure compliance with the uniform policy. All students who attend Birmingham City Schools must be in uniform.
1. All students will wear the designated school system attire. The clothing may not be altered by slits, cuts,
holes, shredded hems, slashes, etc.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of George Washington Carver High School for Health Professions, Engineering and Technology is to ensure our students the academic success, technological proficiency, communication skills,
cultural enrichment and physical-well being that will enable them to compete in an ever-changing global
society.
2. All students in grades 9-12 are required to use clear or mesh book bags/back packs only.
3. ID cards issued by the school are part of the required uniform and must be worn in a visible location
above the waist at all times.
VISION STATEMENT
4. The designated uniform for all Birmingham City Schools students when in a school-owned building
for any school related business shall be:
The mission of George Washington Carver High School for Health Professions, Engineering and Technology, the torch mark for global world-class state of the art facilities, and the epitome of individual excellence, is to ensure our student's academic success, and technological proficiency through global curricula, dedicated and motivated staff, community participation, continuous student and staff development
opportunities and unlimited resources.
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Solid white or light blue shirt with collar. No logos, symbols, pictures or writing on the shirt other than
the approved school logo. This must be a knit (polo) shirt, dress shirt, turtleneck, or mock turtleneck. The
shirt must be uniform style. The shirt must be tucked in at all times and any pockets on the pants must be
fully visible. The shirt must be buttoned appropriately so that no undergarments, including a tee shirt or
tank top, are visible.
Pants– Khaki, navy blue, black pants, skirts, Capri pants, jumpers, or “walking” length shorts as described above. NO JEANS/DENIM pants, skirts, Capri pants, jumpers or shorts.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts - V-neck style pullover, crew neck style pullover, cardigan or sweater vest in
solid colors - Navy blue, black or white and without a hood. No logos, symbols, pictures or writing on
the sweaters/sweatshirts other than approved school logo.
Black, brown, navy or white shoes with accent markings in only one color with closed toes and heels
and shoestrings of black, brown, navy or white that match the predominant color of the shoe. No
“wheelies” or lights on shoes. No boots for males or females.
Socks in solid colors of navy, black or white, visible above the shoes.
Solid black, brown or navy belt with a regular buckle and no studs or designs.
Any shirts worn under the uniform shirt must be solid white and not visible.
Coats and jackets worn to school must be stored in lockers or other designated locations during the
school day. Students sensitive to cold temperatures may include a sweater or sweatshirt as part of
the uniform as described above.
5. THESE ARTICLES OF CLOTHING OR STYLES OF DRESS ARE STRICTLY FORBIDDEN
WHILE ON THE SCHOOL CAMPUS OR UNDER SCHOOL SUPERVISION:
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JEANS/DENIM PANTS, SHIRTS, SHORTS, SKIRTS OR JACKETS
CARGO STYLE PANTS
OVER-SIZED PANTS OR SHIRTS
WE BELIEVE:
We believe that
all children can learn.
We believe that
learning is a lifelong process.
We believe that
parental involvement is an integral part of the learning process.
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everyone needs to develop respect, a positive self-image, and interpersonal skills facili-
tated by character education and staff modeling.
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everyone needs a strong skills base and the ability to investigate solutions.
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children learn best when their instruction matches their learning styles, and they are
active participants in the process.
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every child has worth.
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every child has a right to a safe environment.
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everyone needs to possess the technological skills needed to function in our rapidly
progressing society.
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assessments should employ a variety of evaluation techniques
PANTS WORN BELOW THE WAIST OR “SAGGING”
VISIBLE CLEAVAGE
OVERALLS OR COVERALLS
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SCHOOL ADDRESS
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3900 24TH STREET NORTH
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BIRMINGHAM, AL 35207
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SCHOOL COLORS
RED, BLUE, AND WHITE
SCHOOL MASCOT
THE RAM
ALMA MATER
OH, CARVER HIGH, WE SING TO THEE
OF LOVE, DEVOTION EVER NEW.
WE'LL PLEDGE OUR LOYALTY TO THEE
AND TRIUMPH OVER WHAT EVER MAY BE.
WE BLESS THIS DAY WITHIN THY WALLS,
THY PERCEPTS ALL WE'LL HONOR TOO.
ALL HAIL! ALL HAIL! TO CARVER HIGH
TO CRIMSON AND BLUE, WE'LL EVER BE TRUE.
MUSIC AND WORDS BY DR. AWILDA COLEMAN SMITH
MOTTO
FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION AT CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
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Do not throw or drop anything out of a window or vent at any time.
Observe classroom conduct on the bus.
Remain quiet and orderly. Talk in low voices.
No horseplay on the bus. Do not fight, push, or shove.
Be courteous. Do not use profane or vulgar language.
No eating, drinking, or smoking is allowed on the bus.
No knives or other weapons are allowed on the bus.
Do not damage or tamper with the bus or equipment.
Medication Policy Guidelines
School personnel will not administer medication to a student unless the student’s physician authorizes school
personnel to administer the medication and the parents or legal guardians have signed the School Medication
Prescriber/Parent Authorization. The parent or legal guardian is responsible for the annual renewal of the
School Medication Prescriber/Parent Authorization. The parent or legal guardian is also responsible for having
the School Medication Prescriber/Parent Authorization completed by the physician authorizing school personnel to administer the medication. The School Medication Prescriber/Parent Authorization should include:
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Student’s name
Diagnosis
Name of medication
Time or times to administer the medication
Amount of medication
Date to discontinue medication
Physician’s signature
Additional physician authorization signed statements will be necessary if the dosage of medication is
changed
In collaboration with the school principal, the licensed school nurse will designate the unlicensed school personnel to assist with medication administration in the school setting. Each delegated unlicensed person will be
required to attend mandatory training sessions provided by the Department of Child Health. The principal
must attend medication administration training sessions. The parent or legal guardian is responsible for getting
the medication to the school. All medications must be in a proper container with a label from the pharmacy
that states the following:
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Student’s name
Name of medication
Time of administration
Method of administration
Emergency Exit Drills
Fire drills, tornado drills and lockdown drills are conducted at appropriate times during the school year. Each
classroom teacher will give students proper exit information. These drills are conducted to help prevent unnecessary bodily harm to students if a real emergency should arise. Students are encouraged to take these drills
seriously and to follow all directions given by the teachers. A series of short bells ringing is the signal for a
fire drill. One long bell is the signal for returning to classes. A tornado warning will be one continuous (nonstop) ringing of the bell. A long bell will ring to return to the class.
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Bus Transportation
The Birmingham Board of Education provides bus transportation for all students who live one mile or more
from school. Designated pickup stations have been established, and students who wish to ride the bus must be
at the appropriate station at the time the bus leaves. Because of time schedules, buses cannot wait for students
at these stations beyond the designated departure time. At the conclusion of the school day, buses are available
to return students to specified areas near their homes.
G W. Carver High School is named after one of the world’s renowned
scientists, George Washington Carver, who developed numerous products and processes that expanded the range of agriculture in the South.
While working in his laboratory at Tuskegee Institute, he used the peanut,
soybean, and sweet potato to make many different useful products for
mankind.
The safety of every student on our buses is of great concern to all of us. Every precaution is taken to see that
students arrive at their destination safely. This requires the cooperation of the student, the driver, and the parents. Bus drivers are not authorized to make special stops. Therefore, students should not make these requests.
This is necessary so that drivers can make their runs according to the official time schedule.
To continue riding a bus to and from school, a student must conduct himself properly at all times and abide by
the rules established by the driver, who has complete authority over the conduct of students when they are on
or near a school bus.
Anytime that bus transportation will not be provided by the school because of weather conditions, you will be
notified by radio and television reports. If you are in doubt about whether buses will run, please listen for the
radio announcement rather than call school personnel.
Offenses on School Bus/Bus Stops
Disruption on a school bus:
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Any disruption on a school bus endangers the safety of everyone on the bus. Disruptions cannot be tolerated.
Continued disruptions may lead to suspension of school bus riding privileges.
Suspension of bus riding privileges does not excuse the student from school. The parent is still responsible
for the student getting to school regularly and on time.
All Offenses: Parental contact or in-school conference with parent and student; Principal or designee may suspend the privilege of riding the school bus for periods of one (1) to five (5) days. Student will not be suspended from school; the parent must provide transportation. If these disciplinary actions are not effective, the principal or designee may recommend to the Director of Attendance that the Hearing Officer take further actions.
Rules for Bus Riders
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Form single lines while loading and unloading. Do not push or shove.
Stay at least ten feet (five big steps) away from the bus at all times. Wait until the bus comes to a complete
stop before moving toward the bus. Go directly to the door of the bus to load. Leave the door area when
unloading and walk directly away from the bus.
If the street must be crossed to get on or off the bus, go ten feet (five big steps) in front of the bus. Never
go behind or under the bus. Make sure the driver sees you and you see the driver. Look left, then right,
then left again and make sure traffic has stopped and that it is safe to cross the street.
Students are required to have student identification cards to ride the bus.
Remain properly seated while on the bus.
Keep hands, arms, head, feet, and all parts of the body inside windows at all times.
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Nestled proudly atop a hill overlooking the northern area of Birmingham is George Washington Carver High School for Health Professions,
Engineering, and Technology. A beacon of education, which can be seen from as far away as Ruffner
Mountain, the school stands in all its glory as the standard for all Birmingham City Schools of the future to match or surpass. Special care has been taken in the construction of Carver to ensure that the
aesthetic magnificence of the location is accentuated. An airy elegance encloses the building in all areas with every opportunity for glass enclosures utilized, allowing students full view of the entire skyline
of Birmingham along with many beautiful, old trees that are carefully preserved on the campus. The
nature-filled courtyard provides added opportunities for students to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
The academic building encompasses 166,000 square feet. It is five stories high with the main entrance on
the third floor. The 26,100 square feet cafeteria area, is designed to serve 500 students. Also featured in
the academic building are the following:
Media Center
Distance Learning Center
Science Labs
CAD Laboratory
Computer Labs
Cosmetology Laboratory
Print Production Center
Drivers Education Suite
Health Professions Laboratory
Art Suites
Building Two is where the world class Competition Center is located. Also in Building Two are the following:
Theater
Weight Room
Band Suite
Physical Education Gym
Choral Suite
ROTC Shooting Range
Orchestra Suite
Television Broadcasting
Animation Studio
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pictures; sexually oriented “kidding,” teasing, or practical jokes; and physical contact, such as patting, pinching, or brushing against another’s body. In third-party situations, sexual harassment may also be present if one
individual is offended by the sexual interaction, conduct, or communications between others.
All Board employees are responsible for maintaining an educational environment free of sexual harassment
and intimidation. In this role, the responsibilities of all Board supervisors and managers include, but are not
limited to, the following:
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Ensure that students are not required to endure insulting, degrading or exploitative sexual treatment.
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Immediately report any complaints concerning sexual harassment received from students to the principal or
appropriate school official.
Any student experiencing or witnessing sexual harassment should immediately notify the school secretary, any
teacher, any assistant principal or the principal.
The confidentiality of all harassment complaints is guaranteed. Personnel violating confidentiality will be disciplined appropriately. Communications will be made to others only on a limited “need to know” basis. There
will be no retaliation against a student for filing complaints of sexual harassment.
Sexual harassment offenses allegedly committed by adults against students will be promptly investigated within 30 days and/or will be reported to appropriate law enforcement officials.
Sexual harassment offenses allegedly committed by students may be classified as minor, intermediate, or major offenses under the provisions of the Code of Student Conduct. The Student Code of Conduct procedures
will be followed in deciding the appropriate discipline for such offenses .
Anti-Bullying/Anti-Harassment/Anti-Violence Policy
“FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION”
The safety and well being of all Carver High School students is our primary concern. No student shall engage
in or be subjected to harassment, intimidation, violence, or threats of violence on school property, on a school
bus, or at any school-sponsored function by any other student. In addition, no person shall engage in reprisal,
retaliation, or false accusation against a victim, witness, or other person who has reliable information about an
act of harassment, intimidation:, violence, or threat of violence or who files a report regarding any such act.
BCS prohibits bullying, harassment, and violence in all BCS. The Code of Student Conduct also lists expected
behaviors of students including "respecting the rights and responsibilities of students."
Students who believe they have been bullied, harassed, or have been involved in an act of violence on campus
by a fellow student are encouraged to promptly report such incidents to the campus principal, counselor, or
other campus professional. To the greatest extent possible, complaints shall be treated as confidential. Limited
disclosure may be necessary to complete a thorough investigation.
A student or parent/guardian who has a complaint alleging bullying, harassment, or an act of violence may request a conference with the principal or the principal's designee.
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Lockers
All students will be assigned lockers and given a locker combination during registration. There will be a
$25.00 fee assessed for lockers and student ID pictures. Lockers will be periodically checked and locks that
were not provided by the school will be removed. The student is directly responsible for the contents and
cleanliness of his locker. Lockers are school property and are subject to search and inspection by school officials or their designees.
G. W. CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
FACULTY AND STAFF
Assemblies
Principal
Assemblies will be held frequently throughout the school year. Your home and school training is reflected in
how you conduct yourself in these and other similar school activities when you gather as a group. Follow these
rules when in the auditorium/gymnasium for an assembly.
Darrell Hudson
Assembly rules are as follows:
Assistant Principal
1. Sit with your class and teacher. Do not change seats without permission from your teacher.
Chari Fikes
2. Be quiet and courteous when you leave the auditorium. Never run or shove when you enter or leave.
Anthony McGraw
Anthony Moss
3. If group singing is done, either participate or be quiet as others may wish to listen.
4. Do not whisper or talk while a program is in progress.
Curriculum Coach
April Finkley
5. Applaud politely, avoid excessive applause. Too much applause ceases to be courteous and becomes rude.
Be careful not to applaud before an act or musical number is complete.
Guidance Staff
6. When leaving the assembly classes, please dismiss in an orderly fashion.
Gari Johnson (R-Z)
Judy Talley (I-Q)
Parents and visitors are always welcome.
Lynda Whitt (A-H)
Sexual Harassment Policy
Anti-Harassment Policy
The Birmingham Board of Education is committed to maintaining an educational environment free of sexual
harassment. In keeping with this commitment, the Board will not tolerate harassment of employees or students
by anyone, including supervisors, teachers, students, vendors or other customers of the Board. Sexual harassment violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and is unlawful and contrary to Board
policy. Any Board employee or student who engages in sexual harassment violates this policy and the law.
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and any other physical, verbal or visual conduct of a
sexual nature is sexual harassment when such conduct creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive educational
environment.
Bookkeeper
Educational Secretary
La’Tonya Dunham
Myra Holmes
Attendance Secretary
Records Clerk
Charlene Hill
Clara Russell
Project Director
Nadine Patton
School Resource Officer
Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to, unwelcome sexual propositions; sexual innuendoes; suggestive remarks; vulgar or sexually explicit comments, gestures, or conduct; obscene or sexually explicit
Ricky Tarrant
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G. W. CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
2011-2012 FACULTY & STAFF
Career Tech Department
Foreign Language
Cynthia Jackson, Dept. Chair
Heidi Kershner
Jeremiah Alcorn
Rebecca Blumenfield
M.A. Beachem
Disciplinary Measures
If a student is found in possession of a weapon, firearm or reasonable facsimile of a firearm, and presents it as
a real firearm, he/she shall be automatically referred to the Board for disciplinary action. If it is determined by
the Board that the student was in possession of a real firearm on school property, to include property not
owned by the school system but where an official school activity is held, said student shall be expelled from
school for not less than one (1) calendar year, date to date. The Superintendent may modify such requirements
for a student on a case-by-case basis. Such expulsion is in compliance with the requirements of Public Law
103-383; Improving America’s Schools Act of 1994; Part F, Section 14601, Gun-Free Requirements and Alabama Legislative Acts.
Brenda Beaver
Math Department
Eleanor Cox
Cornelia Davis, Dept. Chair
Crystal Freeman
Mavis Brown
Further, in accordance with Public Law 103-382; Improving America’s Schools Act of 1994; Part F, Section
14601, Gun-Free Requirements, any student determined by the Board to have brought a weapon or firearm on
school property as defined above shall be referred to the criminal justice or juvenile court system.
Kimberly McFarland
Darlisa Dudley
Suspension of Drivers’ License for Firearm Possession
Paulette Harris
Michael Hankins
Kevin Smith
Ms.Cannon
In accordance with Legislative Act 94-820, a student under 19 years of age may have his/her drivers license
suspended for the possession of a firearm on school premises.
George Walls
E’Lana Hopkins
Julie Tomaszewski
English Department
Jacqueline Frazier, Dept. Chair
Melody Brown
Maia Lake
Media Specialists
Jeanne Dorset
Sheryl Howard
Victoria Hatten
Selina Johnson
Elias Tate
Rogenia Ellis
Tia Rutledge
Janica Dudley
Physical Education Department
Jacqueline Howard-Clark
Alvin Moore, Dept.Chair
Tarithia Bracy
Vehicle Regulations
Vehicles will not be moved during school hours without permission from the office. Students shall not park in
spaces reserved for faculty and staff. Students must operate vehicles in a safe and prudent manner. Any student
violating these regulations is subject to punishment, which may result in the student losing the privilege of
bringing a vehicle on the school grounds. Vehicles are subject to search while on school property.
1. There is to be no “hot rodding” near school before or after school.
2. Cars are to be parked in designated areas and under no circumstances are to be driven at lunchtime without
special permission of the principal or designee. Any student violating the above rule may not be allowed
to drive his/her car on school grounds.
3. Students are not to go to the parking area or to cars unless special permission is granted. Do not store
books in cars; purchase a locker to house textbooks.
English Second Language
Bruce Craig
4. Students driving on permits are reminded that such a permit entitles the student to go only directly to and
from school by the shortest route.
Lisa Anderson
Billy Culver
5. Students are not to loiter in parked cars before or after school.
Isabel Garcia Ortega
William Peake
6. Students are not to use cars for errands during school time unless given special permission by the principal
or designee with prior permission of the parent.
Fine Arts Department
James Drake
Jacqueline Wytch
7. Students taking part in activities after school are not to move cars until the activity is over, and they leave
school.
Gaybrielle Jones
Reading 180
8. The School reserves the right to revoke the above policy or refuse any student the permission to drive.
Tony Whitaker
Herman Lumzy
Bobby Stringer
ROTC
Heather Stinson
Russell Suther
Cedric Freeman
Kevin Christophe
Margie Hyatt, Dept. Chair
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Visitors
Any student wishing to bring a visitor to school must have a permission form from the Principal. The visitor is
expected to abide by all school rules.
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Schedule Changes
G. W. CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
Only changes, which are considered critical by the principal, will be made. All requests for schedule changes
must be made during the first week of each semester. Schedule changes will only be made with the consent of
both teachers involved and the Principal.
2011-2012 FACULTY & STAFF
Science Department
Paraprofessional
Pamela Jemerson, Dept. Chair
Carolyn Dysart-Saunders
Janet Dyer
BeShaw Smith
Errol Gooden
Sherry Wilder
Damage to School Property
Fatima Kimbrough
Eric Gooden
Any student who maliciously destroys school property will be charged for such damages. Damage to schoolowned books will be charged to the student. Also, any carving or writing on desk/walls will be considered
damage to school property and student/parent will be dfined appropriately.
Sarina Patterson
David Marzette
Vashone Todd
Rita Jones
Emma Yarbrough
Ashley Washington
Shatoya Brown
Lillie Colvin
Removal from Class
A student will be removed from a class only when the administrator feels that removal is the only reasonable
alternative.
Use of Tobacco, Alcohol, and Other Drugs
It is the goal of the Birmingham Board of Education to provide a quality education for all students. In furtherance of this goal and to protect and promote the health, safety and welfare of its students and employees, the
Birmingham Board of Education is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free public school system.
The use of illicit drugs and the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful. Therefore, it is
the policy of the Birmingham Board of Education that the use of alcohol and the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of illicit drugs is prohibited. Any student violating this policy will be
subject to disciplinary actions.
The unauthorized possession, use, transfer, sale or distribution of drugs is a Class III - Major Offense - violation of the Student Code of Conduct of the Birmingham City Schools. The term “drugs” means any drug listed
in 21 U.S.C. Section 812 and other federal regulations. Generally, these drugs have a high potential for abuse.
Such drugs include, but are not limited to, marijuana, cocaine (including “crack”), methamphetamine (or
“ice”) and PCP. They also include unauthorized possession or use of over the counter or prescription drugs on
school premises.
Unauthorized possession, transfer, distribution, procurement, use or sale of drugs or alcoholic beverages; unauthorized consumption of drugs, including over the counter and prescription medications, or alcoholic beverages while at school or attending school under the influence of illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages is also a Class
III - Major Offense - violation of the Student Code of Conduct.
Note: All drugs (including alcohol) found or confiscated on school premises must be immediately turned
over to police officers.
Possession of Weapons and Firearms
No student shall be permitted to have any weapon or firearm on school property at any time. Reference: Class
III Offenses, Sections 3.09 and 3.10, Birmingham City Schools Code of Conduct, Policy # 8111.
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Zina Avery
Social Studies Department
Carl Ballard
Janice Christian
Alan Davis
Wyatt Smith
Maria Ely
In-School-Suspension
Kevin Boyer
Ralph Marshall, Jr.
Walter Hampton
Charles Ludgood
School Nurse
James Richardson
Cynthia Kelley
Alisha Walker
Child Nutrition Personnel
Special Education Department
Wanda Holmes, Manager
Materia Gipson, Dept. Chair
Doris Pope Howard
Erika Barron
Eliza Means
Eleanor Champion
Christopher Patrick
Karen Garrett
Shirley Pritchett
Alissa Helfinstine
Alicia Caffey
Wanda Shorter
Custodial Staff
Kimberly Wiggins
Bennie Harris
Tiffani McGee-DeRamus
Henry Finney
Patrida Slack
James Perdue
Katie Shields
Arcellia Gordon
Sylvia Lilly
Brenda Jennings
Terry Rutledge
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AHSGE TESTING DATES 2011-2012
Test
Testing Period
Days Needed for
Testing
Alabama High School Graduation Exam
(AHSGE)
July 11 – 15, 2011
5 days
Alabama High School Graduation Exam
(AHSGE)
September 19 - 23, 2011
5 days
Alabama High School Graduation Exam
(AHSGE)
December 5 - 9, 2011
5 days
Alabama High School Graduation Exam
(AHSGE)
March 12-16, 2012
5 days
A. H. Parker High 2011-2012
NIGHT SCHOOL CALENDAR
Registration &
Classes Start
Make-Up Days
August 15 & 16, 2011
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
August 12, 2011
October 4-5, 2011
October 17 &18, 2011
4:00 PM –6:00 PM
October 19- November 30, 2011
December 5-6, 2011
January 9 & 10, 2012
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
January 11-February 22, 2012
February 27-28, 2012
March 26 & 27, 20124:00 PM6:00 PM
March 28-May 9, 2012
May 14-15, 2012
Payment Dates
Students may earn 0.5 credits per session.
Tuition $125 per session for Birmingham City School Students
Tuition $175 per session for NON-Birmingham City School Students Tuition payable at
time of registration by money order or certified check
(No cash or personal checks/No partial payments accepted)
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RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF STUDENTS
ACT TESTING DATES 2011-2012
Test Date
(Late Fee Required)
Registration
Deadline
September 10, 2011
August 12, 2011
August 13 – 26, 2011
October 22, 2011
September 16, 2011
September 17 – 30, 2011
December 10, 2011
November 4, 2011
November 5 – 18, 2011
February 11, 2012*
January 13, 2012
January 14 – 20, 2012
April 14, 2012
March 9, 2012
March 10 – 23, 2012
June 9, 2012
May 4, 2012
May 5 – 18, 2012
UPCOMING SAT TESTING DATES
Test Date
Dead- line*
Status
Oct 1
Sep 9
Register Late
Nov 5
Oct 7
Register Now
Dec 3
Nov 8
Register Now
UPCOMING SAT SUBJECTS DATES
Test Date
Dead- line*
Status
Students must recognize that rights bring on responsibilities. They must share an equal load in ensuring that
our schools have an atmosphere for learning and achieving at the highest level.
RIGHTS-Students have the right to:

An appropriate public education.

Due process.

Confidentiality of records.

Equal treatment regardless of race, sex, creed, color, religion, national origin, or disability.

Fundamental guarantees of free speech, press, and assembly as long as they do not infringe on the rights of
others or interfere with the orderly operation of the school program.

Fair and reasonable punishment with regard to the nature and seriousness of the offense.

Receive all educational services provided by the system to enhance educational pursuits for which they
qualify.

Participate in student organizations authorized and sponsored by the school provided the student meets the
established criteria.

Privacy in their personal possessions, subject to the right of school officials to inspect and protect students
and school property and to ensure the safe and orderly operation of the school.

An explanation of any grades or progress reports given.

A school environment conducive to effective and meaningful learning experiences.
RESPONSIBILITIES-Students have the responsibility to:

Respect all school board employees and any other adults in authority.

Respect the rights and privileges of others.

Be informed of laws and local/school rules and policies regarding free speech, press, and assembly.

Exhibit a sense of fairness, honest, loyalty, obedience, courtesy, pride, and trustworthiness.

Neither take nor damage the property of other students, school personnel, or the Board of Education.

Obey rules and regulations pertaining to personal safety as well as that of others.

Strive for academic excellence.

Be punctual and regular in attendance for school and all classes.

Be knowledgeable of and follow the Student Code of Conduct.

Behave in a manner that permits uninterrupted learning to take place.

Avoid committing any act that will cause a disruption to the orderly operation of the school.
Oct 1
Sep 9
Register Late

Dress and be well groomed in accordance with the uniform dress code policy.
Nov 5
Oct 7
Register Now

Be prepared and on time every school day and every class period in order to maximize educational opportunities.
Dec 3
Nov 8
Register Now

Present a valid excuse for all absences from school or class within three (3) days of the absence and request make-up work after being absent.

Follow proper check-in and checkout procedures.
http://sat.collegeboard.org/register/sat-fees
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Board Approved
4/26/2011
Revised 6/28/11 Date
CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
CREDIT RECOVERY
2011 SCHOOL YEAR STUDENT CALENDAR
August 1-5
Registration @ Local Schools Grades 9-12 (8:00 a.m.
– 12:00p.m. and 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.)
Monday - Friday
August 3-4
New Teacher Orientation
Wednesday-Thursday
August 5
August 8
Institute/Faculty Meeting
In-House Professional Development Day
(No Students)
Friday
Monday
August 9
Teacher Work Day
(No Students)
Tuesday
August 10
First Day for Students
Wednesday
September 2
District-wide Professional Development Day
(No Students)
Friday
Labor Day
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
Monday
September 5
SPRING SEMESTER 2012/ROOM 310
Session 3
Registration-January 9- January 20
Classes—January 23rd-March 8th
Monday & Wednesday-Math & Science(3:45-5:45)
Tuesday & Thursday-English & Social Studies(3:45-5:45)
_______________________________________
Session 4
Registration— March 5 - March 16
Classes—March 26th-May 3rd
Monday & Wednesday—Math & Science (3:45-5:45)
October 19
October 28
Early Dismissal
(In-House Professional Development Day)
Wednesday
Fall Break
(School & District Offices Closed)
Friday
November 11
Veterans’ Day
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
Friday
November 23-25
Thanksgiving Holidays
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
Wednesday- Friday
End of First Semester
(Last Day for Students and Teachers)
Thursday
Students’ Christmas Holidays
Friday-Wednesday
December 15
December 16 January 3
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Tuesday & Thursday-English & Social Studies(3:45-5:45)
See your Counselor for an enrollment form.
Return completed form along with Fee to
Mrs. Finkley in Room 314
Fee $100
Counselors
A-H
Mrs. Whitt
I-Q
Mrs. Talley
R-Z Mrs. Johnson
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Board Approved
CARVER HIGH SCHOOL
4/26/2011
Revised 6/28/11 Date
CREDIT RECOVERY
FALL SEMESTER 2011/ROOM 310
2012 SCHOOL YEAR STUDENT CALENDAR
January 3
Classes—September 14th-October 27th
January 4
Schools Re-Open (Second Semester Begins)
Wednesday
January 16
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday
Monday & Wednesday-Math & Science(3:45-5:45)
Tuesday & Thursday-English & Social Studies(3:45-5:45)
_______________________________________
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
February 17
District-wide Professional Development Day
(No Students)
Friday
February 20
Presidents’ Day/Inclement Weather Day
Monday
Session 2
Registration— October 20th-October 27th
Tuesday
(No Students)
Session 1
Registration—September 7th-September 13th
In-House Professional Development Day
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
March 19-23
Spring Break
Monday-Friday
April 20
Spring Holiday/Inclement Weather Day
Friday
Classes—October 31st-December 8th
Monday & Wednesday—Math & Science (3:45-5:45)
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
Tuesday & Thursday-English & Social Studies(3:45-5:45)
See your Counselor for an enrollment form.
April 23
May 23-25
High School Graduations
Wednesday-Friday
May 28
Memorial Day
Monday
Fee $100
Counselors
A-H
Mrs. Whitt
I-Q
Mrs. Talley
R-Z Mrs. Johnson
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Monday
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
Return completed form along with Fee to
Mrs. Finkley in Room 314
Spring Holiday/Inclement Weather Day
(Schools & District Offices Closed)
May 30
Last Day for Students
Wednesday
May 31
Teacher Work Day
Thursday
June 1
Inclement Weather Day
Friday
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BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS
Board Approved
4/26/2011
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR STUDENT CALENDAR Revised 6/28/11 Date
Course Requirements
Progress Reports
Midpoint
Progress Reports Go Home
Alabama High
Alabama High
Alabama
School Standard
School Diploma
Occupational
Diploma Credits
with Advanced
Diploma Credits
Academic Endorsement
September 12
September 15
November 10
November 16
Credits
English Language Arts
February 7
4
4
4
English 9
1
1
1
English 10
1
1
1
English 11
1
1
1
English 12
1
1
1
4
4
4
Algebra I
1
1
1
Geometry
1
1
1
February 10
Four credits to include the equivalent of:
April 26
April 30
Reports Card
Reporting Period Ends
Report Cards Go Home
Mathematics
October 11
October 19
Four credits to include the equivalent of:
December 15
January 11
March 14
March 29
May 30
May 30
Algebra II wit Trigonometry
1
Mathematics (Electives)
2
Algebra III/Statistics, Pre-Calculus or AP Calculus
Final Exam Days
Periods
1st Semester
2nd Semester (Seniors)
1
Science
Second Semester
(Underclassmen)
First, Third and Fifth
December 13
May 17
May 23
Second, Fourth and
Sixth
December 14
May 18
May 24
Seventh and Make-up
Exam
December 15
May 21
May 25
2
4
4
4
Biology
1
1
1
A Physical Science
1
1
1
Science Electives
2
2
2
Four credits to include the equivalent of:
High Schools may offer foreign languages, fine arts, physical education, wellness education, career/technical education,
driver education, etc. as electives.
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BIRMINGHAM CITY SCHOOLS
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Course Requirements
2011-2012 BELL SCHEDULE (4 Lunches)
Alabama High
Alabama High
Alabama
School Standard
School Diploma
Occupational
Diploma Credits
with Advanced
Diploma Credits
Academic
Endorsement Credits
Social Studies*
4
4
4
Four credits to include the equivalent of:
Lunch A Schedule
Lunch B Schedule
Lunch C Schedule
Lunch D Schedule
Period
Start
End
Period
Start
End
Period
Start
End
Period
Start
End
1st
8:15
9:05
1st
8:15
9:05
1st
8:15
9:05
1st
8:15
9:05
AO
9:10
9:35
AO
9:10
9:35
AO
9:10
9:35
AO
9:10
9:35
2nd
9:40
10:30
2nd
9:40
10:30
2nd
9:40
10:30
2nd
9:40
10:30
Lunch
10:35
11:00
Lunch
B
10:35
11:25
Lunch
C
10:35
11:25
Lunch
D
10:35
11:25
A
Grade 9 World History/Geog.*
1
1
1
Grade 10 U.S. History/Geog. to 1900*
1
1
1
3rd
11:05
11:55
3rd
11:30
11:55
3rd
11:30
12:20
3rd
11:30
12:20
Grade 11 U.S. History/Geog. from 1900*
1
1
1
4th
12:00
12:50
4th
12:00
12:50
4th
12:25
12:50
4th
12:25
1:15
Grade 12 Government/Economics*
1
1
1
5th
12:55
1:45
5th
12:55
1:45
5th
12:55
1:45
5th
1:20
1:45
Computer Applications**
1
1
1
6th
1:50
2:40
6th
1:50
2:40
6th
1:50
2:40
6th
1:50
2:40
Fine Arts Education
1
1
1
7th
2:45
3:35
7th
2:45
3:35
7th
2:45
3:35
7th
2:45
3:35
Foreign Language***
2
Health Education
1
1
1
Physical Education
1
1
1
Speech Education
1
1
1
Career Technical Education
1
1
1
Coordinated Studies
1
OJT (On the Job Training)
1
Electives
Total credits
5
3
3
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Wednesday
Period
Start
Thursday
End
Period
Start
End
Staff Only
8:15
9:20
1st
8:15
9:45
2nd
9:25
10:55
3rd
9:50
11:20
Activity
11:00
11:45
AO
11:25
11:45
4th & Lunch
11:50
2:00
5th & Lunch
11:50
2:00
Lunches
Lunches
A 11:50-12:15
A 11:50-12:15
B 12:30-12:55
B 12:30-12:55
C 1:00-1:25
C 1:00-1:25
D 1:35-2:00
High Schools may offer foreign languages, fine arts, physical education, wellness education, career/technical education,
driver education, etc. as electives.
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6th
2:05
3:35
7th
19
2:05
3:35
Hours
The Grading Scale shall be as follows:
Students are allowed to enter the building at 8:00 a.m. for breakfast and are dismissed from breakfast at 8:10
a.m. Classes begin at 8:15 a.m. (9:20 a.m./Wednesdays) and dismiss at 3:35 p.m. No one is to be in the
school building before 7:30 a.m. or after 3:35 p.m. unless they are supervised or have special permission from
the office.
Attendance
90-100 .....
A
80-89 .....
B
70-79 .....
C
60-69 .....
D
0-59 .....
F
All students are expected to be in regular attendance and be on time for classes. This will promote habits of
punctuality, self-discipline, and responsibility. There is a direct relationship among poor attendance, class failure and discipline problems.
Any student having more than 6 absences in any class during one semester will result in the student not receiving credit for that class for the semester. If a student has over 6 days absence in a semester, that student’s parent(s) shall meet with the attendance officer to explain why the student was absent and to request an extension
to the 6 days allowed absence before losing credit.
High School Credits Related to Attendance
The day following an absence the student must bring a written excuse from his parents to the principal before
school (or the parents may call the school). Failure to do so will result in the student being considered truant.
The student will receive an admit slip which he must present to each teacher each class period. The last teacher
signing the admit slip will turn it in to the office at the end of the day.
2. Students are responsible for reporting to school and to each class in accordance with their assigned schedules.
If a student misses school because of a school activity, that student shall get his/her assignments in advance
and have them completed upon returning to school.
Tardiness
Any student reporting to school after 8:20 must have a tardy slip to be admitted to class. Students arriving after 8:30 a.m. must be accompanied by a parent and obtain a tardy slip.
Truancy
Once students arrive on school grounds, they must not leave without permission from the office. Advance notice from parents must be given before any student will be dismissed from school during the day except in the
case of illness. In cases of illness, the parent will be notified before the student will be allowed to leave school.
To leave school without permission will be considered truant. To leave a classroom without permission, or not
going to class, will be considered truant. Before leaving school, students must sign out in the Principal’s office
and must have permission from an administrator before leaving.
Report Cards and Grading
Report cards are distributed at the conclusion of the four nine week grading periods. The first grading period
card is a progress report so that the student and his parents will know what kind of academic progress is being
made. At the end of the second grading period, semester grades will be awarded and these grades will be recorded on the student’s permanent transcript. The third grading period is a progress report of the second semester, and the fourth grading period cards will bear the student’s second semester grades, which will be recorded
on the student’s transcript.
The five-point division system of marking (A,B,C,D,F) is used and a word statement of what the letters stand
for is as follows: A = Excellent; B = Superior, above average; C = Medium, average; D = Inferior, below
average yet passing; F = Failing, no credit.
Carver High School teachers are individually responsible for developing a fair and equitable system for evalu20
1. Students in grades 9-12 must earn credit for promotion from grade to grade and to meet graduation require-
ments.
3. Each class period represents one unit of credit that may be earned by the student each semester.
4. In order to earn each class credit, the student must attend the class for a specific number of clock hours, established by the state, and pass the assigned work.
5. A student approved by the principal or his designee to participate in or attend a school-sponsored or other
approved activity during the school day shall be coded as having an excused absence. Students are responsible
for all assignments missed while participating in or attending said activities. The principal shall notify teachers
in advance about students who will be attending approved activities and who will be coded as having an excused absence.
6. A written note from a parent or guardian, as described above, will excuse absences for up to but not exceeding ten (10) absences for any full credit course per term and not exceeding five (5) absences for any half credit
course per term. Further absences will require a note from a doctor or court official in order to be considered
excused.
7. Combined (excused and unexcused) absences from a class period more than ten (10) times may result in a
loss of credit.
8. In cases of prolonged absence due to illness, the parent or guardian should seek assistance from the Homebound Program.
9. In cases where extreme emergencies exist and can be verified, the principal may extend the maximum number of unexcused absences per term that a student may accumulate before credit is withheld.
10. The principal may establish an alternative plan by which students may redeem their credits. This plan must
include completion of assignments as well as a time requirement, such as Saturday School or before/after
school time.
11. The parent or guardian may appeal a decision to withhold credit for an individual student based upon excessive unexcused absences to the Director of Attendance, setting forth the reasons for the absences and attaching any supporting documentation. The appeal is to be considered by a three-member panel. The committee
can exercise one of the following:
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Uphold the principal’s decision and withhold credit.
Reject the principal’s decision and award credit.
Approve or revise the principal’s offer of an alternative plan.
12. Students over age seventeen (17) who accumulate more than ten (10) days of unexcused absences during a
single semester may be withdrawn from school. Parents will be notified of pending withdrawal and given one.
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