2023-2024
Presentation High School
Student/Parent Handbook
2281 Plummer Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
Phone: (408)264-1664
Attendance Line: (408)266-1060
www. presentationhs.org
Dear Students and Parent(s):
The Student/Parent Handbook is an important reference tool that is revised on an annual basis. We ask
that you begin the year by reading it thoroughly in order to understand school policy as it pertains to
student life and student conduct. The Presentation High School Student/Parent Handbook covers
important school policies and procedures.
We expect that both students and parents will read the handbook from cover to cover during the first
week of school. A basic familiarity with the school structure and opportunities for student participation
and leadership is important early in the school year. Additionally, policies are enforced from the first day
of school to the last, and students and their parents are expected to be familiar with them.
The school reserves the right to amend this handbook at any point, and students/parents will be given
prompt notice if amendments are made.
Sincerely,
Kristina Luscher
Principal
Krista Rentschler
Dean of Students
Table of Contents
School Mission & Philosophy 1
Mission Statement 1
Vision Statement 1
Our Commitment to Diversity: 1
What We Believe: 1
Presentation High School Outcomes 2
PART ONE 4
Contact Information & Resources 4
General Information 7
Assemblies & Liturgies 7
Change of Gender Status 7
Closed Campus 7
Communication 7
Conflict/Communication Protocol 8
Drop Off/ Pick up 8
Lost & Found 9
Lunchtime and Food 9
Main Office Drop-Off Policy 9
Media/Public Relations 9
School Hours 10
Visitors/Guests on Campus 10
PART TWO 11
Attendance 11
Attendance Procedures 11
Attendance and Co-Curricular Activities 12
Student Absentee Policy 12
Free Periods 12
Illness at School 13
Tardiness 13
Wellness Center & Attendance 13
PART THREE 14
Campus Policies 14
Code of Conduct 14
Anti-Harassment, Anti-Bullying, and Culture of Inclusion Policies 14
Harassment 15
Verbal, Visual, and Physical Harassment Defined and Prohibited 15
Sexual Harassment Defined and Prohibited 15
Bullying Defined and Prohibited 16
Protection against Retaliation and False Reporting 17
Discrimination, Harassment, Retaliation, and Abusive Conduct Reporting Process 17
Violation of Policies 18
PART FOUR 19
Student Behavior and Campus Discipline 19
Behavioral Expectations 19
Driving and Parking 19
Electronic Devices 19
Falsification of Notes and/or Misrepresentation by Phone 19
Noncompliance 19
Off-Campus Behavior 20
Public Performance Policy 20
Smoking/Vaping 20
Substance Use/Abuse Policy 21
Campus Discipline 21
Reserved Rights 22
Disciplinary Procedures 22
Disciplinary Outcomes 22
Restorative Practices 22
Detention/Suspension/Dismissal Policy 23
Detention 23
Behavior Contract and Probation 23
Suspension 23
Detention/Suspension/Dismissal Policy Details 24
Dismissal Policy 25
Student Conduct Board 26
Technology Use Policies 26
When Using the Internet 27
When Using Presentation Email Accounts 27
Accessing the Presentation Network 27
1:1 Program Policies and Procedures 28
Device Distribution and Return 28
AppleCare+ Program - Damage and Repairs 29
Taking Care of Your Device 30
Acceptable Use Guidelines for Using Your iPad at School 31
PART FIVE 33
Academic Policies 33
Academic Integrity Policy 33
Academic Probation 35
Academics & Participation in School-Sponsored Activities 35
Athletic Probation 36
Athletic Eligibility 36
Community College Enrollment Forms 36
Concussion Protocol 36
Final Exams 37
Progress Reports/Semester Grades 37
Turnitin.com 37
Scheduling 37
Schedule Change Policies 38
Schedule Change Process 38
Scheduling 2023-2024 Deadline Dates 38
Summer School Remediation 39
PART SIX 41
Dress Code 41
Tops, Sweaters, Shirts, and Sweatshirts 41
Uniform Skirt 41
Uniform Shorts 42
Uniform Pants 42
Winter Wear Uniform 42
Formal Uniform 42
Leg Wear 42
Fun Sock Fridays 43
All Jackets 43
Shoes 43
Hair Color 43
Miscellaneous/Add-ons 43
Free Dress Attire 43
Dresses, Skirts, Shirts, and Tops 44
Pants/Shorts 44
PE/Workout Clothing 44
PRES Wear Wednesdays 44
Senior Privilege 44
Accountability 44
APPENDIX 45
Bell Schedule 45
Graduation Requirements 46
Emergency Procedures 47
Alma Mater 49
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School Mission & Philosophy
Mission Statement
Presentation High School is an inclusive Catholic, college preparatory school community serving young
women.
Our transformative education, rooted in faith, justice, compassion, and love, inspires students to bring
positive change to the world.
Vision Statement
Presentation High School is an inclusive community that empowers young women to become fearless
and faithful leaders determined to serve the world.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
As an all-girls Catholic high school founded on the principles and values of the foundress, Nano Nagle,
and the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary:
● We believe that all persons have inherent dignity and are made in the image and likeness of God.
● We are committed to an inclusive community that promotes respect, loving dialogue, equity,
empathy, humility, courage, understanding, and societal awareness, both locally and globally.
● We believe that diversity is a blessing that refers to the myriad of personal experiences, values,
perspectives, talents, and worldviews that arise from differences in culture and circumstance.
● We are committed to creating a diverse learning environment where each student may reflect on
their own identity, experiences, talents, and abilities to lead and serve others in a way that is
rooted in radical faith, compassion, justice, and love.
All members of the Presentation community are responsible for advancing an understanding of and
respect for diversity as it includes, but is not limited to: ability, age, belief, ethnicity, family structure,
gender, gender identity, learning style, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.
What We Believe:
Presentation recognizes the following principles as the foundation upon which all our goals, outcomes,
programs, and procedures are developed and evaluated.
● Every human being is made in the image and likeness of God.
o Rooted in the belief that every human being is made in the image and likeness of God, we
commit ourselves to developing the whole person--her spiritual, emotional, aesthetic,
psychological, and physical powers.
● Faith is a gift from God that must be nurtured.
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o At Presentation, we believe faith is a gift from God that must be nurtured. Gospel values
are best taught and lived in a community of faith.
● The role of education is to empower young women
o Presentation High School is committed to empowering young women to make
responsible decisions and allowing them to find and develop their own unique voices that
will allow them to assume their full stature in today's society.
● Students and faculty must embody the motto “Not Words, But Deeds.”
o At Presentation, "Not Words, but Deeds" is not just a motto. Rather, it is a heartfelt
mission statement, lived out and ingrained in our culture on a daily basis. We believe our
school must be an active institution for peace and justice in the greater community.
Presentation High School Outcomes
Who is a Presentation graduate?
She is a woman of faith.
● She demonstrates ethical decision-making consistent with the Gospel.
● She lives the Gospel message through community service.
● She recognizes the value of being a part of a faith-filled community that holds prayer and
Eucharist at its center.
● She understands, respects, and articulates the contemporary and historical relevance and
perspective of the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
● She recognizes that faith development is essential to becoming a fully integrated human being.
She is dedicated to working for and with others.
● She demonstrates active and informed citizenship in local and global communities.
● She is a steward of the environment.
● She works collaboratively and resolves conflicts respectfully.
● She demonstrates respect for human diversity and the dignity of all human beings.
● She communicates respectfully and appropriately with others.
● She employs the school motto “Not Words, But Deeds” as a model for leadership.
She is committed to personal growth.
● She recognizes, articulates, and takes responsibility for her intellectual, psychological, and
spiritual self.
● She exhibits appropriate social skills.
● She appreciates the value of hard work and high standards.
● She recognizes the inherent value of creativity and the arts.
● She acknowledges the personal and social consequences of behavior.
● She recognizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle and a positive self-image.
● She formulates and articulates her opinions based on facts and personal values.
● She demonstrates a feeling of empowerment.
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She is intellectually competent.
● She thinks critically and rationally.
● She utilizes and applies study skills that will enable her to succeed personally, academically, and
professionally.
● She demonstrates intellectual curiosity.
● She has mastered those academic subjects required for college entrance.
● She reads, writes, and speaks articulately and effectively.
● She pursues mastery of a second language.
● She transfers and applies information learned in one discipline to another.
● She uses technology responsibly to access and evaluate information, analyze and solve problems,
and communicate ideas.
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PART ONE
Contact Information & Resources
Presentation High School
2281 Plummer Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
Phone: (408) 264-1664 Fax: (408) 266-3028
Educational Leadership
Holly Elkins, President
Kristina Luscher, Principal
Siobhan O’Byrne, Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
Stacey Stebbins, Vice Principal of Student Services
Crystal Catalan, Vice Principal of Diversity, Equity and Belonging
Melissa Ursin, Vice Principal of Mission and Catholic Identity
Student Services
Sara Domian, Counselor and Counseling Department Chair
Yvette Frojelin, Counselor
Elizabeth Valencia, Counselor
Chelsea Althouse, Director of College Counseling
Jasmin Miller, College Counselor
Krista Rentschler, Dean of Students
Cherie Somavia, Dean of Student Wellbeing and Safety
Marie Lopez, Learning Specialist
Ary Gasca, Para-Educator
Carmen Pauls Wiens, Wellness Center Coordinator
D.J. Taormina, Testing Coordinator
Department Chairs
English, Sean Donoho
Math, Heidi Olson
Modern Language, Monica Stampfl
PE, Sierra Maestas
Religious Studies, Tam Tran
Science, Diane Rosenthal
Social Studies, Amy Fields
Visual and Performing Arts, Cynthia Ford-Pustelnik
Other Contacts
Michael Baldwin, Director of Facilities
Michael Boennighausen, Chief Financial and Operations Officer
Lisa Bunnell, Tuition & Financial Aid
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Danna Davis, Chief Advancement Officer
Sara Domian, Scheduling Coordinator
Lisa Fuqua, Attendance / Health Office Coordinator
AnnMarie Kelly, Registrar
Lindsay Velez, Admissions Director
Michael West, Athletic Director
Faculty and staff can be reached via email by using the first initial of their first
name along with their last name before the @presentationhs.org address. Example: [email protected]
Resources for Students and Families
Crisis Hotlines
Bill Wilson SOS Crisis Hotline
Crisis Hotline
Phone: (408) 278-2585
https://www.billwilsoncenter.org/
Community Solutions SOS Crisis Hotline
Local Hotline for Youth in Crisis
Phone: (408) 683-4118
https://www.communitysolutions.org/
Crisis Text Line
Support for Youth in Crisis
Phone: Text BAY to 741741
https://www.crisistextline.org/
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Suicide Hotline
Phone: (800) 273-8255
Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ Youth)
LGBTQ Hotline: Chat, Text and Online Forum
Phone: (866) 488-7386
Text TREVOR to (202) 304-1200
www.thetrevorproject.org
National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline
Dating Abuse Helpline
Phone: (866) 331- 9474
www.loveisrespect.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline
Sexual Assault Hotline
Phone: (800) 656-HOPE (4673)
online.rainn.org
In-Home Support/Crisis Response
Child and Adolescent Mobile Crisis
In-Home Crisis Response Team for
Youth in Crisis
Phone: (408) 379-9085
Alum Rock Counseling & Mobile Crisis Service
Crisis Response Team to Respond In-Home
for Youth in Crisis
Phone: (408) 294-0579
Uplift Family Services Crisis Stabilization Unit
Short-term Emergency Assessment and Stabilization for Youth in Crisis
Phone: (408) 364-4083
251 Llewellyn Ave Crisis Stabilization Unit, Campbell, CA
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Local Resources and Community Services
Community Resources
Clearinghouse of Services Available in Santa Clara County
Phone: 211
211.org
Bill Wilson Center
Services for Youth in Need
Phone: (408) 243-0222
www.billwilsoncenter.org
Santa Clara County Mental Health
Info on Mental Health Services in
Santa Clara County
Phone: (800) 704-0900
Santa Clara County Mental and Behavioral Health Resources
Mental Health Resources in Santa Clara County
santaclara.networkofcare.org/mh/services/category.aspx?cid=8247&targetgrp
Informational Resources
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Info and Resources
https://afsp.org/
Psychology Today
Broad-based Info and Therapist Locator
www.psychologytoday.com
National Health Council for Behavioral Health
www.thenationalcouncil.org
GLAAD Resource List
LGBTQ Resources and Info
www.glaad.org/resourcelist
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General Information
Assemblies & Liturgies
Assemblies and liturgies are offered to enhance the school’s academic, social, and spiritual programs.
Attendance is mandatory. Inappropriate behavior or actions contrary to the Mission or Philosophy of
Presentation High School will result in disciplinary action. Students must go directly to the assembly and
should sit in their appropriate class section. Students should be attentive and respectful to speakers at
all times and should not disrupt the assembly in any way. Students must remain in their seats until
formally dismissed.
Change of Gender Status
Presentation is a secondary school for young women. If an enrolled student no longer identifies as
female and wishes to remain at Presentation, they have an opportunity to do so as a Presentation Person
—an ally and advocate for women. Presentation is first and foremost committed to fostering a safe place
for each of our students, faculty, and staff. School leadership will work collaboratively to support these
students personally, socially, spiritually, and academically. Counselors and school leadership will work in
partnership with the student and the student’s parents/guardians to further address the needs and best
interests of the student’s social-emotional wellnessin alignment with the School’s mission.
Closed Campus
Presentation maintains a closed campus. This means that all guests must check in at the main office
through our Raptor system and obtain a visitor’s pass. It also means that once students arrive on campus
for the day, they must stay on campus until school is dismissed. This includes study periods and lunch.
Juniors and Seniors who have a study period at the end of the day – 4
th
period and 7
th
period – may leave
campus after obtaining a semester pass from the Attendance Coordinator. Students are not allowed to
return to their vehicles during the school day unless given permission by a Pres faculty/staff member.
Communication
Parent Communication
It is the student’s responsibility to share information that is conveyed during the school day. Such
communications may include course calendars, policies & objectives, PowerSchool, Schoology login
information and information regarding upcoming events, and personal notes from teachers/staff.
Parent Contact with Teachers, Counselors, and Administrators
Parents can initiate contact with PHS faculty, counselors, or administrators in order to address any
academic or personal concerns regarding their student(s). The School’s voicemail and email systems can
be utilized during and after school hours.
If a parent has a question for a teacher regarding their student’s academic performance, they may email
the teacher or leave a voicemail message. Teachers aim to have all homework assignments graded and
posted within one week of the due date. Teachers will endeavor to have all quizzes and tests graded and
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posted within two weeks of the date of the test/quiz. Teachers will aim to have papers and projects
graded and posted within three weeks from the due date. Students or parents should contact teachers,
department heads and/or the Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction with questions regarding
grading or other concerns.
Parent Contact with Students during the School Day
It is our expectation that arrangements for transportation and other family business be handled outside
of normal school hours. During the school day, students are not allowed to check their cell phones for
text or voicemail messages. Therefore, parents should refrain from contacting their students during the
school day via cell phone. Cell phone use by students during the school day will result in a one-hour
detention and confiscation of the phone. If there is an emergency and a parent needs to contact their
student, they may call the main office.
Conflict/Communication Protocol
In the event a student or parent has a need for clarification about school policies or about answering
questions or resolving conflicts, students and parents may follow the communication protocol as
outlined below. Listed are some potential scenarios that may occur in the normal course of a student’s
high school career that describe the procedure to be followed in these cases. It should be noted that
Presentation believes that under most circumstances, the parties involved in the issue should first talk
with one another before taking any issue to a third individual, unless the student is not comfortable
talking to the other person. If this procedure does not result in a resolution of the matter, the person
who supervises the faculty member involved in the conflict should be informed of the situation.
1. Conflict Between Students: Student A should talk to Student B. If there is no resolution, a
counselor could be brought in to mediate.
2. Conflict Between Student and Teacher: A student should make an appointment to talk with the
teacher. If, after talking to the teacher, a resolution cannot be reached, the student and parent(s)
should contact the teacher together. If a resolution still cannot be reached, the student and
parents should notify the department chairperson. If a resolution is still not
reached, the Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction may become involved.
3. Conflict Between Student and Coach: If a student has a conflict with an athletic coach, the
student should first make an appointment to talk with the coach. If there is still no resolution, the
Athletic Director should be contacted.
Drop Off/ Pick up
Presentation High School strongly encourages students to be dropped off and picked up from school
behind the gym to alleviate traffic congestion on Plummer Avenue. There should be no drop-off or
pick-up of students in red zones, driveways, or the middle of the street.
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Lost & Found
Presentation is not responsible for students' personal items. Students should not bring large amounts of
money or other valuable items to school. Personal belongings may not be left in the halls, including any
electronic devices, such as laptops, tablets, phones, and cameras. Books, clothes, etc. found on the
campus will be turned in to lost and found, located near the Attendance Office. Students must be
responsible for securing and locking up all personal items, especially in the athletic locker room. In the
unfortunate event that a personal item is lost or stolen, Presentation is not responsible for the loss of
this item.
Lunchtime and Food
Eating during instructional time in classrooms is not permitted under ordinary circumstances. This
includes chewing gum. Students may be allowed to eat inside during stormy or inclement weather when
announced. Students are not allowed to order food to be delivered to campus during school hours.
Main Office Drop-Off Policy
Items that a student might have forgotten or needs, such as an iPad, snack, athletics uniform, etc., may be
dropped off in the Main Office. The Receptionist will contact the student to pick up the items. While we
recognize that this may happen from time to time, we discourage parents and students from making this
a regular occurrence.
Media/Public Relations
Presentation High School students may appear in school-produced media releases, school publications,
other public media outlets, and any other school-related social media outlets.
Any such photographs and/or video recordings become the property of Presentation High School and
may be used for educational, instructional, or promotional purposes in broadcast and electronic media
formats now existing or created in the future.
Presentation High School, as well as its representatives, agents, employees, administrators, managers,
trustees, and directors, are released from any and all claims and demands related to the publication,
dissemination, or use of a student’s story or media image(s), including, but not limited to, any and all
claims for invasion of privacy, royalties, infringement of a child’s right of publicity, defamation, libel, false
light and/or any other personal and/or property rights. Such images/recordings are the sole property of
Presentation High School, and revocation of this release does not extend retroactively to
images/recordings that have already been disseminated, but only for future use.
Parents who do not want their students to appear in such media must contact the Dean of Students via
emailto obtain and execute a Photo/Social Media Opt-Out form. This form must be renewed each year.
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School Hours
The Main Office is open from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily.
The Learning Commons is open until 5:30 p.m. each day unless it is closed for an afternoon meeting.
Students remaining on campus after 4:00 p.m. who are not engaged in an after-school activity should
check into the Learning Commons since there is no supervision in other areas of campus.
Visitors/Guests on Campus
Visitors on campus are welcome when invited and approved in advance. However, for the safety and
protection of students and staff, the following rules must be adhered to:
All guests to the school must check in at the main office through our Raptor system to receive a visitor’s
pass. The only exception to the above is spectators at athletic/performing arts events. Guests going to an
event should go directly to the field, theater, or gym and do not require a guest badge. Students are
responsible for communicating this policy to their friends.
A student who wishes to bring a guest to school must pick up a guest form in the main office and have it
approved and signed by the Vice Principal of Student Services. Once approval is granted, the student
must have each teacher sign the form at least 48 hours before the guest visits campus. Once all
signatures are obtained, the student must turn in the completed form to the main office at least 24 hours
prior to the guest’s arrival on campus. The guest must attend all classes with the student. Guests must be
female, at least in 7th grade, and no older than a senior in high school.
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PART TWO
Attendance
Attendance is an integral part of the education process at Presentation. A student who is absent from
class misses important learning activities and assessments, academic discussions, and personal
interactions with other students and the teacher. It is the expectation of Presentation that each student
be in school and on time every day. When students are absent, all pertinent procedures listed below
must be followed. The partnership between parents and school officials is critical as we work together to
create responsible adults.
Attendance Procedures
If a student is feeling ill, the student should stay home. Parents are expected to email or call the
Attendance Office prior to 8:00 a.m. on the day of the absence at [email protected] or by
phone at (408) 266-1060.
If a student misses school due to a diagnosis of a communicable disease (e.g., COVID-19), the parents
must notify the Attendance Office as soon as possible in order to prevent the further spread of the
illness. In addition, a doctor’s note will be required for re-admittance to school.
When reporting any absence, the parent should include the following information:
• Student’s first and last name
• Reason for absence and symptoms if ill
• Anticipated length of absence
• Name and relationship of person calling
The parent/guardian should call back or email school each day of the student’s absence. Students are
not allowed to call in their own absence, even if they are over 18 years of age.
If a student is absent due to illness for more than 3 consecutive school days, they must bring a doctor’s
note to the Attendance Office upon their return.
The Dean’s Office will investigate absences that appear irregular. If circumstances warrant further
verification for the reason for an absence, the Dean reserves the right to ask for a doctor’s note.
Students should not make appointments during the school day. After school, holidays, and vacation
periods should be used for appointments. In the rare instance where a student needs to be excused from
class for a medical, dental, or orthodontist appointment, the following procedure should be followed:
● If a student will miss the start of the school day, the parent must call the Attendance Office by
8:00 a.m. on the day of the appointment. When the student returns to school, the student must
present a doctor’s note as verification of the appointment and will be given an admit slip to
return to class.
● If a student needs to leave campus early for an appointment, a parent must call the Attendance
Office Coordinator by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the appointment. An early dismissal form will be
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provided to the student by the Attendance Coordinator, and this serves as a pass to leave school
at the appointed time specified by the parent.
Students are not allowed to call in their own appointments, even if they are over 18 years of age.
If the Attendance Coordinator is not available, the student must go to the Main Office Receptionist. If a
student misses more than 15 minutes of any class, it will be considered an absence.
Any student who does not follow the above procedure will be considered cutting a class and will be
referred to the Dean of Students.
Attendance and Co-Curricular Activities
Students who join co-curricular activities must attend at least 2 full academic classes in order to
participate on the same day. Co-Curriculars may include: Student Council, Leadership, Peer Ministry,
Community Involvement, clubs, Athletics, dance company, dance team, theater, robotics, speech and
debate, and other events/activities. Any exceptions must be approved by the Vice Principal of Student
Services.
Student Absentee Policy
Daily attendance is required and necessary to achieve our graduation outcomes. When a student misses
six (6) days of a semester course, they will be contacted by their Counselor. If a student continues to
miss days of a semester course, the student and parent will be asked to attend a meeting to discuss the
nature of the absences and to assess what plan may be implemented to ensure that the student is
achieving the learning objectives in each of their classes. Each situation is handled on a case-by-case
basis, taking into consideration the well-being of the student and the ability to ensure that the student is
achieving the learning objectives in each class. If the absence is due to a long-term, chronic illness or
medical issue, a doctor’s note may be required.
It is the responsibility of the student to access their course materials through Schoology and contact
their teachers to make arrangements to complete missed work.
Free Periods
All freshman and sophomore students who have a free period at the end of the day (4th or 7th period)
are to remain on campus until the end of that period. Students need to be in the Center, courtyard, or the
Learning Commons during their free period.
Juniors and seniors with a free period during 4th or 7th period have the privilege of leaving campus
during that time. Those who wish to do so need to get a semester pass from the Attendance Coordinator
in order to leave. The pass must remain with the student at all times, as they may be asked to show it
when leaving campus. If students remain on campus, they will need to report to the center, courtyard, or
the Learning Commons during their 4th and 7th free periods.
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If a student’s free period falls at the beginning of the day (1st or 5th period), the student need not arrive
on campus until the beginning of the first class. If a student with a free period at 1st or 5th chooses to
arrive on campus during that period, they will need to report to the center, courtyard, or learning
commons. It is never permissible for students to leave campus if their free period falls during the school
day at periods 2nd, 3rd, or 6th.
Illness at School
A student who feels ill during the school day must report to the Health Office/Attendance Coordinator
immediately. Students who are not able to return to class will be sent home.
Tardiness
A student arriving to any class after the second bell has rung will not be admitted to class without an
"Admit" slip. The student must obtain this slip from the Attendance Coordinator before proceeding to
the class. Teachers will require an "Admit" slip from all students who are tardy. Students will receive a
warning for their 5th tardy. (Note: teachers may define and enforce a more stringent tardy policy than is
stated in the handbook.) It is the parent’s responsibility to ensure that their student will arrive on time to
school each day. If a student misses more than 15 minutes of a class period, it will be counted as an
absence.
In addition to teachers’ own penalties, students will be referred to the Dean of Students if they are tardy
six times to any one class during a semester for any reason. Students who have excessive tardies will
receive detention.
Students who are meeting with their counselor, college counselor, Dean, or Vice Principal/Principal
should return to class with a signed call slip/admit slip for their teacher. Students with a faculty or staff
note/call slip will not be considered tardy to class and will not be marked as such by the Attendance
Coordinator.
Wellness Center & Attendance
The Wellness Center is a designated space for students to go during the school day if they are feeling
anxious, overwhelmed, or stressed and need a place to reset, rest, learn, and practice using coping
strategies. Students in need will be referred to a Counselor and additional Mental Health resources will
also be made available. Students may stay in the Wellness Center for 30 minutes before the Wellness
Center Coordinator checks in on them to determine if they should go back to class, if they need
counseling support, and/or if a call home should be made.
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PART THREE
Campus Policies
Code of Conduct
We believe that students receive the best education when students, parents/guardians, and school
officials work together in partnership.
As an express condition of enrollment, students and parents/guardians shall follow standards of conduct
that are consistent with the mission, vision, and principles of the Presentation High School. These
principles include but are not limited to:
● Parents/guardians are expected to work courteously and cooperatively with the School to
assist the student in meeting the academic, moral, and behavioral expectations of the School.
● Students and parents/guardians may respectfully express their concerns about the School’s
operations and personnel.
These expectations for students and parents/guardians include but are not limited to all
School-sponsored programs and events (e.g., clubs, athletics, and field trips).
Anti-Harassment, Anti-Bullying, and Culture of Inclusion Policies
Presentation High School is committed to providing a safe school environment that is free from
harassment and bullying in any form.
Harassment or bullying of any student by any other student, teacher, coach, staff member, or school
volunteer is prohibited. Specifically, bullying or harassment on the basis of any of the following legally
protected actual or perceived traits or characteristics is prohibited: age, color, creed, national origin,
race, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital
status, sex and gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical attributes, political
party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, or familial status. Presentation High School is
committed to responding promptly to all allegations of prohibited bullying or harassment and further
commits to taking all reasonable steps to eliminate any ongoing harassment and remedying the harm.
No employee, volunteer, or student shall engage in harassing or bullying behavior for any reason.
Harassing or bullying conduct by students towards other students or towards faculty or staff members
may result in corrective or disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or dismissal from
Presentation High School. Harassment or bullying of students by faculty or staff members will result in
corrective or disciplinary action, up to termination of employment.
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Harassment
Harassment can take many forms and may include verbal, written, physical, or visual conduct.
What constitutes harassment is determined from the perspective of a reasonable person with the
characteristic on which the harassment is based. What one person may consider acceptable behavior or
an innocent joke may reasonably be viewed as harassment by another person. Therefore, students
should consider how their words and actions might reasonably be viewed by other individuals. It is
important to note that harassment can occur even if there is no intent to harm or when the conduct is
not directed at one individual.
Verbal, Visual, and Physical Harassment Defined and Prohibited
Harassment on the basis of any legally protected characteristic, as identified above, is prohibited. This
includes conduct such as:
1. Verbal conduct, including threats, epithets, derogatory comments, or slurs, whether
communicated verbally, in writing, or electronically (such as email, instant message, text
message, digital pictures or images, website postings - including social media) that
intimidates, abuses or humiliates another based on an individual’s protected characteristic,
and that the reasonable person would also find to be intimidating, abusive, or humiliating;
2. Visual conduct, including derogatory posters, photographs, cartoons, drawings, or gestures
designed to intimidate, abuse, or humiliate another based on protected characteristics;
3. Physical conduct, including intimidating or unwelcome conduct, such as touching a person or a
person’s property, hazing, assault, stalking, unwanted touching, or blocking normal movement
because of an individual’s protected characteristic;
4. Offensive and unwanted communication via electronic media of any type of images, words, or
threats that are sexual or related to a protected characteristic.
Sexual Harassment Defined and Prohibited
Sexual harassment includes unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or visual, verbal or
physical conduct of a sexual nature when, in the case of a student:
● Submission to such conduct is made a term or condition of education;
● Submission to or rejection of such conduct is used as a basis for educational decisions
affecting the individual;
● Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with a student’s
educational performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational
environment;
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Prohibited harassment conduct includes, but is not limited to the following behavior:
● Unwanted sexual advances;
● Sexual comments, emails, texts, notes, letters, drawings, cartoons, photos, or images;
● Sending or showing nude drawings, cartoons, videos, photos, or images;
● Physical conduct such as unwanted kissing, hugging, patting, petting, pinching, touching,
sexual assault or violence, intimidating or vulgar body language such as leering, brushing up
against another’s body, or blocking normal movement;
● Threats and demands to submit to sexual requests as a condition of admission to the school,
continued good standing in class or at the school, maintaining a certain grade or status in
class, or to gain some school benefit or to avoid some loss; and
● Making or threatening reprisals after a negative response to a sexual advance.
Bullying Defined and Prohibited
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among individuals that involves a real or perceived power
imbalance. The behavior is repeated over time. In order to be considered bullying, the behavior must
be aggressive and include or have the potential to include an imbalance of power and repetition.
Bullying includes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically or
verbally, and excluding someone from a group on purpose. There are three types of bullying: verbal
bullying, relational bullying, and physical bullying.
Bullying may involve, but is not limited to:
● Teasing
● Threatening to cause harm
● Inappropriate sexual comments
● Intimidation
● Stalking
● Cyberstalking
● Cyberbullying
● Physical violence
● Theft
● Sexual, religious, or racial harassment
● Public humiliation
● Destruction of school or personal property
● Social exclusion
● Spreading Rumors or falsehoods
Students should keep in mind that sending or receiving nude images may also be a criminal act, as it is
against the law to possess, produce, or distribute obscene matter depicting children under 18 years
of age.
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Protection against Retaliation and False Reporting
Retaliation is any form of intimidation, reprisal, or harassment directed against a student who: reports or
opposes sexual misconduct, discrimination, harassment, or bullying; provides (or could provide)
information during an investigation of such behavior; or witnesses or has reliable information about such
behavior. Retaliation is prohibited and will not be tolerated. Each retaliatory offense will be investigated
and, if appropriate, sanctioned. A student found to have retaliated in violation of this policy shall be
subject to measures up to and including suspension and dismissal.
An individual who knowingly files a false bullying or harassment complaint and a person who gives
knowingly false statements in an investigation shall be subject to discipline by appropriate measures.
Discrimination, Harassment, Retaliation, and Abusive Conduct Reporting Process
Any student who believes that she has been harassed, discriminated against, or subjected to retaliation
or abusive conduct, including bullying, should immediately report their concerns to any faculty or staff
member of Presentation High School, or to the Dean of Student Wellbeing and Safety. Reports can also
be submitted via the anonymous STOPit app or on paper in the Speak Up boxes located in the Main
Office, Center, and Counseling Office.
Any complaint alleging a potential violation of the School’s Culture of Inclusion Policy will be referred
directly to the Dean of Student Well-being and Safety, the Vice Principal of Student Services, and/or the
Vice Principal of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging.
When a report is received, the School will review the complaint in a fair, timely, thorough, and objective
manner and will respond in a manner that provides all parties the opportunity to be heard and reaches
reasonable conclusions based on the preponderance of the evidence. When appropriate, the School will
communicate the results of that process to the impacted parties. In the case of anonymous reports, the
School will take reasonable steps to address the reported conduct, but the School’s ability to do so may
be limited, depending on the nature of the information received.
If the complaint relates to an area where the faculty or staff member has a reasonable suspicion of child
abuse or neglect, they must immediately file a mandatory report, and the information will be provided
to Child Protective Services (CPS) or other outside agencies/parties per state law. The outside agency
will then determine the appropriate course of action.
Santa Clara County Department of Family andChildren'sServices at (408) 299-2071.
Achildwelfare social worker is available 24 hours a day to takereports.
Whether or not a complaint is referred to an outside agency, any complaint alleging a potential
violation of the Anti-Harassment and Anti-Bullying Policy will be referred directly to the Dean of
Student Wellbeing and Safety.
When the allegations, if true, might result in a suspension or dismissal, the School will investigate the
allegations. All members of the PHS community are expected to cooperate fully with any investigation.
When conducting an investigation, PHS will take the following steps:
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● Both parties will have the opportunity to offer relevant evidence and to suggest relevant
witnesses;
● The respondent will have an opportunity to respond to the allegations;
● The School will conduct a thorough and neutral review of the evidence gathered;
● The School will conduct additional interviews of either party or any witness, if appropriate (i.e.,
should new facts come to light during the course of an investigation, there might be a second
interview with either party);
● In the event there is a finding of responsibility, the School will make a determination of sanctions
that are reasonably calculated to end the harassment and prevent its recurrence;
● Each party will receive a written communication at the conclusion of the investigation process
with an overview of the process used and the rationale for the conclusion(s) that pertain to their
child; and,
● Either party may appeal. Any appeal should be sent to the Principal within 7 days of the written
notification regarding the investigation outcome. If the Principal is a party to the underlying
complaint, the appeal should be directed to the Dean of Students or their designee.
Violation of Policies
The school reserves the discretion to make the final determination of whether any particular speech,
conduct, or action violates our policies, considering the totality of the circumstances in each particular
situation.
When it has been determined by the School that harm has taken place, we acknowledge the impact that
this has on our community. In efforts to repair these relationships, we strive to follow a process that
consists of identifying the harms in relation to the people and relationships broken, reparations, making
amends, education, and individual and communal accountability to ensure the action is not repeated.
If the School determines policy has been violated, remedial action will be taken commensurate with the
severity of the offense, up to and including dismissal.
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PART FOUR
Student Behavior and Campus Discipline
Behavioral Expectations
Driving and Parking
Students who drive to school must obtain a parking permit. Vehicles without a permit will not be allowed
to park in the Pres parking lot during school hours. If a student must park on the street in the
surrounding neighborhood, it is expected they are courteous to our neighbors by parking legally. Failure
to obey parking regulations will result in a minimum of detention and possibly having their car towed at
their own expense and their parking privileges revoked.
All state motor vehicle laws apply on campus. Any student who is involved in hitting a car on campus
while parking/driving and fails to notify the Dean of Students and leave proper notification on the car hit,
will receive disciplinary consequences.
Electronic Devices
Cell phones and smartphones may not be used during school hours and must be turned off.
Occasionally, cell/smartphones may be used for an expressed academic purpose and are authorized by
the classroom teacher for that purpose. Phones may not be visible or used by any student during the
school day and must be stored in the student’s locker or backpack during this time period and turned off.
This policy is in effect during mandatory school-wide, class-wide, or other organized student activity
that takes place during the day. The School reserves the right to confiscate any electronic device from
students who violate this rule, and students will receive a 1-hour detention. Electronic devices will be
confiscated by the School after three violations and parent(s)/guardian(s) will need to come to the
school for a meeting with the Dean of Students and to retrieve the electronic device. During the
school day, headphones or earbuds may be used in the Learning Commons or during a student's study
period. Permission may be given for the use of headphones or earbuds in a classroom by a teacher.
Falsification of Notes and/or Misrepresentation by Phone
Forging a parent/guardian’s name on an attendance note or misrepresenting parent phone calls to the
school is dishonest and may result in serious disciplinary consequences ranging from a three-hour
detention to dismissal.
Noncompliance
Refusal to follow teacher, counselor, or administrator instructions and failure to comply with any written
or verbal communication from a teacher, counselor, or administrator may result in disciplinary action. A
student who has been given a call slip to report to a counselor, Dean, or administrator and does not do so
at the indicated time will result in at least a detention.
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Off-Campus Behavior
We expect students to behave in a manner consistent with the school’s mission and values both on and
off campus. Students who engage in conduct that is detrimental to the reputation of the school or that
jeopardizes the personal safety and welfare of its students may be cause for disciplinary action.
Public Performance Policy
Whenever a student speaks, performs, or otherwise publicly represents Presentation High School
through a school-sponsored activity, the following guidelines must be observed:
1. All performances should follow both the letter and the spirit of the Presentation High School
Mission, which are consistent with the teachings, values, and principles of the Catholic Church.
2. All students should conduct themselves in a manner worthy of honorably representing the
institution of Presentation whenever performing publicly. This includes behavior in all
school activities or class or team photos.
3. Students will refrain from behavior that conflicts with the teachings, values, and principles of the
Catholic Church. Examples of such behavior include:
● Consciously employ or use tasteless or offensive language.
● Emphasize sexually explicit language, gestures, or behaviors.
● Exploit unnecessary references to sex or drugs.
● Make racial, ethnic, religious, sexual, stereotypical, or cultural slanders.
● Make sexist slanders or perpetuate stereotypes.
● Deliberately damage the reputation of Presentation High School, its students, or its
faculty.
These guidelines apply to all members of the Presentation community at all times. Our purpose is to
represent our school in a positive manner. Students should always check with their coaches, moderators,
proctors, chaperones, and supervisors for approval before publicly presenting any material in order to
ensure that each “performance” is as positive and successful as possible.
Students who are dismissed from an off-campus Presentation sponsored activity for disciplinary reasons
may be sent home unaccompanied at the parents/guardians’ expense. Disciplinary consequences will be
determined by the Dean of Students upon the student’s return to campus.
Smoking/Vaping
Smoking and Vaping are prohibited at school and all school-sponsored events. A student possessing or
using tobacco, marijuana, or a vaporizer will receive a suspension, parents will be contacted, and the
student will be placed on a behavior contract. A repeated offense will result in dismissal.
Presentation High School reserves the right to contact local law enforcement when there is reasonable
suspicion that a student is using, is in possession of, has sold, or has distributed any alcohol or illegal
substances.
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It is important for students and parents/guardians to understand the legal ramifications of drug
involvement. A person who spends time with a person who sells drugs can be convicted of aiding and
abetting a felony. Referring a customer to a seller is a form of drug trafficking. A homeowner can be
criminally prosecuted for hosting a party at which alcohol or drugs are used or sold.
Substance Use/Abuse Policy
The use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, vaping devices, or other illegal drugs by students contradicts the
mission of Presentation High School and is a violation of the law. Any possession, use, sale, and/or
distribution of any quantity of alcohol or other illegal drugs while under the authority of the school will
be handled with great seriousness and care, which may include a report to the appropriate law
enforcement agency. “While under the authority of the school” means any time when the student is on
the School campus for whatever reason or is in its immediate vicinity; and whenever the student is
attending, participating in, or being transported to or from a school-sponsored function. Dances, plays,
social events, and athletic events held at and/or sponsored by other schools are considered
school-sponsored functions.
Any student who comes forward, of their own initiative and volition, with an alcohol or drug problem will
work with their counselor and parent(s)/guardian(s) to create follow-up care that best supports the
student in overcoming the abuse or misuse of the drugs and/or alcohol.
Any student who is discovered or reasonably suspected of possessing, using, selling, and/or distributing
alcohol or other illegal drugs, misusing prescription medications, as well as any student who is in
possession of what may be construed as drug paraphernalia will face a disciplinary process that could
ultimately result in dismissal. This disciplinary process will attempt to address the totality of the person,
event, context, and consequences of the offense.
As part of an investigation or as a condition of remaining at Presentation High School, in cases where
dismissal is not the outcome, a student/parent may be required to obtain, at the parent/guardians’
expense, a drug and alcohol assessment, drug testing, educational services, and/or treatment. In such
circumstances, continued enrollment will be contingent upon successfully completing the recommended
follow-up care.
Campus Discipline
The Campus Discipline policies at Presentation High School flow from our Catholic mission and
philosophy, which is rooted in the belief that every human being is made in the image and likeness of
God. As such, we take a pastoral approach to discipline, which aims to uphold and strengthen our strong
sense of community. We pride ourselves on our school community and strive to ensure that all feel
comfortable, safe, and supported on our campus.
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Reserved Rights
The disciplinary regulations, procedures, and penalties articulated in the Student/Parent Handbook are
to be considered guidelines only. The School reserves the exclusive right to modify or otherwise depart
from these guidelines when necessary to further or protect the underlying philosophy or mission of the
school.
The School reserves the right to investigate and discipline any student conduct that the school believes,
in its sole discretion, to be contrary to the mission and philosophy of the School.
Presentation High School reserves the right for school employees to search the belongings and lockers
of any student on campus in conjunction with an investigation into any possible violations of school
policy.
Disciplinary Procedures
If the School determines that a policy/policies has been violated, remedial action will be taken
commensurate with the severity of the offense. Discipline is managed by the Dean of Student and the
Dean of Student Wellbeing and Safety in consultation with the Vice Principal of Student Services. When
determining what, if any, disciplinary actions will be taken, a fair and neutral investigation will take place.
During an investigation, the following steps will be followed:
● Interview of student and others relevant to the issue
● Parent/Guardian or family member of the student(s) who is interviewed will be notified that a
violation of a school policy/policies has been reported and that a disciplinary investigation is
taking place
● Written summary of disciplinary investigation provided which includes an overview of the
situation, parties involved, rationale, conclusion, and next steps.
Disciplinary Outcomes
Possible outcomes for violation of school discipline policies include but are not limited to: Student/Dean
Conference, Parent/Guardian Conference with the Dean and/or VP of Student Services, loss of eligibility
to participate in school-sponsored activities, participation in restorative practice activities, detention,
placement on disciplinary contract and/or probation, suspension, and dismissal.
Restorative Practices
Restorative practices are designed to support student growth, learning, repair relationships, and build
community. The Dean of Students will work with the Vice Principal of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging,
the Vice Principal of Student Services, Advisory Teacher(s), and/or Counselors to implement reflection
and restorative discussions.
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Detention/Suspension/Dismissal Policy
Detention
Detention is mandatory and will be served at the direction of the Dean of Students after school. No
excuse will be accepted. This includes but is not limited to: appointments, after-school employment,
athletic events, and seeing teachers. Detention will begin on assigned days five minutes after the final
bell and will last for one hour. Absence from or tardiness to detention will result in a three-hour
detention. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS! Failure to serve a three-hour detention will result in an
in-school suspension.
Five detentions during one school year will result in a three-hour detention. Six detentions during one
school year will result in a disciplinary contract with additional consequences.
Detention may be given for a variety of the following reasons (this list is not exhaustive): uniform
violations, eating in computer labs, failure to bring in attendance documents, violation of the Technology
Use Agreement, excessive tardiness, cell phone violations or any other violation of any school policy.
Behavior Contract and Probation
If a student repeatedly violates school rules, the student may be placed on a disciplinary/behavior
contract and/or disciplinary probation. The student, parents/guardians, Dean of Students, and Vice
Principal of Student Services sign a contract that outlines the appropriate behavior necessary to remain
at Presentation. It is expected that a change in attitude will take place, which manifests itself in the
student's compliance with all school policies and regulations. If the student fails to do this, the contract
has been violated, and the student is liable for dismissal.
Suspension
Suspensions are reserved for very serious violations and/or if it’s in the student's best interest to be
removed from campus temporarily. During a suspension, a student would not be able to participate in
co-curricular activities. Presentation High School reserves the right to suspend any student whose
values or conduct are in conflict with what the school professes in the Student-Parent Handbook. While
it is impossible to predict and list all behaviors that will result in disciplinary suspensions, the Handbook
provides a general framework and common examples of the reasons for suspension.
If a Presentation student has been suspended due to discipline or academic integrity violations, the
student must report the suspension to the colleges or universities that the student is applying to, if
asked. The college counselors are also required to report this information, if asked, on the secondary
school report, the mid-year school report, and/or the final end-of-the-year transcript form. The college
counselors will work individually with a student to write appropriate statements for the application
about the incident and the resulting insight into the behavior.
Should you have any questions regarding your student’s suspension, please contact the Dean of
Students.
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Detention/Suspension/Dismissal Policy Details
The following is a partial list of those reasons for which a student may receive a detention, be placed on a
behavior contract, be suspended, or be dismissed from school. Not all behaviors which result in
disciplinary actions are listed below. Cases are decided on an individual basis, and the list below is not
determinative, as some instances may depend on other circumstances, such as prior misconduct. It is
possible, given the seriousness of an offense, that any behavior listed under suspension could be grounds
for dismissal. The Principal or Vice Principal of Student Services has the final decision in determining if
an unlisted behavior will result in either suspension or dismissal. All decisions are final.
Detention
● Uniform violations and free dress
code violations
● Failure to bring in attendance
documents and/or other mandatory
paperwork
● Eating/drinking in the hallways,
computer labs, learning commons, or
during class time w/o permission.
● Excessive tardiness (4)
● Parking/traffic violations
● 1st offense for unattended device,
violation of the Technology Use
Agreement, or abuse of iPad Pro and
Accessories.
● Inappropriate behavior at liturgies,
assemblies, or during class
● Cell phone violation during the school
day
Three-Hour Detention
● 2nd offense of academic integrity policy
● Chronic Tardiness
● Five (5) detentions in the same year
● First offense, forgery
● Missed detention
● Inappropriate off-campus behavior
● Disrespect of faculty and staff
● Lying to faculty and school staff
● 1st offense of cutting class or any
portion of class, including homeroom,
Mission Time, liturgy and/or assemblies
● 2nd offense for unattended device,
violation of the Technology Use
Agreement, or abuse of iPad Pro and
Accessories.
● 1st violation of the Culture of Inclusion
Policy. Depends on the severity of the
event or may be escalated to suspension
or dismissal
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Behavior/Discipline Contract and Suspension
● 3rd offense of academic integrity policy
● Physical violence toward another
student or faculty member
● Written or verbal abuse that uses
threatening, bullying or harassing
language toward fellow students or
teachers
● Use or possession of tobacco, vaping
devices, marijuana, alcohol or illegal
drugs on school grounds or at school
functions
● Vandalism of school property or acts of
vandalism directed at students, faculty,
or staff on or off campus
● Altering grades, tampering with official
school records, or unauthorized use or
access of the school network
● Theft of personal property,
school-issued iPads or academic
property (quizzes, tests, etc.)
● 2nd violation of Culture Inclusion Policy.
Depends on the severity of the event or
may be escalated to dismissal
● Serious or repeated violations of the
technology use agreement, including
on-campus and off-campus computer
use
● A pattern of disciplinary referrals,
disobedience, defiance, or dishonesty
● Repeated cutting of classes (truancy)
● 2nd+ violation of Inappropriate
off-campus behavior
Dismissal Policy
Presentation High School reserves the right to dismiss any student whose values or behavior are in
conflict with what the school professes as stated in the Student-Parent Handbook. In cases where the
Dean of Students recommends dismissal, a summary of incident and evidence will be provided, and the
Student Conduct Board may be convened. The Principal or their designee reserves the right to dismiss
any student without convening the Student Conduct Board if a situation or general behavior warrants
this type of action.
A student may be dismissed for the following reasons:
1. Use, sale, distribution, possession, or being under the influence of drugs (including possession of
drug paraphernalia), tobacco/marijuana/vaping. alcohol, prescription, or any other controlled
substance on school grounds or at any school functions.
2. Physical violence towards another student or faculty member.
3. Theft, dishonesty, or forgery.
4. Serious or repeated violation of the Student Technology Use Agreement, Academic Integrity
Policy, and/or the on/off campus policies.
5. Vandalism of school property or acts of vandalism directed at students, faculty, or staff on or off
campus.
6. Flagrant disrespect, disobedience, or insubordination.
7. Misconduct while on a disciplinary or behavioral contract.
8. Possessing, handling, or transmitting any object that could reasonably be considered a weapon
while on school grounds or at any school activity or event.
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9. Repeated involvement in serious infractions.
10. Illegal conduct including but not limited to underage drinking, use of illegal drugs (e.g.,
marijuana), stealing personal or academic property, and unlawful sexual activity.
11. Bullying, abusing, or harassing another student.
Student Conduct Board
The Student Conduct Board meets at the initiative of the Dean of Students and convenes on the
authority of the Vice Principal of Student Affairs. The Student Conduct Board may be convened if there
is a recommendation by the Dean of Students that a student be dismissed.
The Student Conduct Board is made up of the Vice Principal of Curriculum and Instruction and
nominated members of the faculty and staff. The nomination process occurs during the first week of
school, and one faculty member and one staff member serve a one-year term on the Conduct Board.
Students who are brought before the Student Conduct Board may request that their counselor
accompany them and their family as support.
The Student Conduct Board has the responsibility of providing the student with the most complete
hearing possible. The ultimate concern of the Student Conduct Board is to consider what course of
action is best for the student and the School. The Student Conduct Board, after the hearing, makes a
recommendation to the Vice Principal of Student Affairs. The recommendation can be appealed to the
Principal, who then will make the final decision.
Technology Use Policies
The use of campus technology is intended to promote greater academic collaboration and
communication among the Presentation community. Violation of Technology Use Policies will result in
disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.
Specific Rules and Policies
When Using Computers (Desktops, Laptops, iPads, and/or Other Digital Devices)
1. Tampering with computers or peripheral devices is defined as the destruction of school property and
may be deemed grounds for disciplinary action.
2. Software is not to be copied (installed, removed, or copied) to or from any school computer unless a
faculty or staff member has given prior consent. Most software is copyrighted, and unauthorized
duplication is illegal.
3. Ignorance is not an acceptable excuse for the misuse of hardware or software. When in doubt, seek
assistance.
4. School computers and PHS-issued iPads must be used for school-related purposes only. Social
networking, video sites, and other websites should be used solely for academic purposes.
5. Hacking of any kind is strictly forbidden. Hacking is defined as an attempt to exploit a
computer/mobile device or network system (residing on-premise or remotely) through unauthorized
access to control or take over the computer system(s), application(s), networking, and/or security
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protocol(s), apps or firewall(s) for an illicit purpose. This includes any use of technology to inhibit
operations of the school (on or off of campus).
6. Printing is available at select locations throughout campus and is powered by the PaperCut
application on student iPads. The use of the printers is strictly for classroom materials only. Print
only what you absolutely need. The Technology Department reserves the right to restrict excessive
printing.
When Using the Internet
1. Material that can be defined as obscene or vulgar should not be accessed, downloaded, printed, or
viewed intentionally. Students who are found in violation of appropriate use of the Internet (either
through viewing inappropriate material, watching movies, or playing games on campus computers or
PHS-issued iPads) will be subject to disciplinary action. Repeated or especially egregious violation of
this usage policy is grounds for suspension and could lead to dismissal.
2. Respect and observe copyright laws. This includes the unauthorized use of copyrighted images,
songs, and/or videos.
3. Student communications and chat platforms (Google, MS Teams, Zoom, Schoology) are available for
educational collaboration only. Content may be subject to review and supervision. Inappropriate
behavior might include but is not limited to, making any statements that are explicitly or implicitly
threatening, demeaning, or intolerant. Using a communication platform inappropriately will result in
disciplinary action.
When Using Presentation Email Accounts
Email accounts are intended to facilitate communication within the school community. Students should
bear in mind that email is not necessarily private and may be subject to review and supervision. Students
also must keep in mind that when using a Presentation email account, they need to maintain the same
level of respect that they would associate with communication in a classroom setting. Inappropriate
behavior might include, but is not limited to, making any statements that are explicitly or implicitly
threatening, demeaning, or intolerant. Using a school email account inappropriately will result in
disciplinary action.
Students are required to check their email accounts daily, as teachers may elect to communicate with
their students via email on a regular basis. Students should not sign up for non-school related
distribution lists or services as this leads to an excess of SPAM (unwanted) e-mail messages.
Graduates of Presentation High School have access to their Presentation High School Gmail account for
one year after graduation. After that time, the account will be terminated.
Accessing the Presentation Network
All students are issued a network login and password for all Presentation accounts starting with their
freshman year. All student passwords must be kept confidential at all times. Students will be required to
use their network login any time they use a computer on Presentation’s network. Under no
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circumstances may one student use another student’s network login or access another student’s
electronic accounts. Only PHS-owned and distributed devices may connect to the school network.
1:1 Program Policies and Procedures
The Presentation High School 1:1 iPad program is designed to enhance and transform the educational
experience of all students through the use of technology. This program enables all students to have
access to an iPad device in the classroom and at home. The use of this device will be essential for
students to successfully participate in and complete the required work for their classes.
Students should understand that the use of the iPad device is a privilege that comes with responsibilities
and behavioral expectations. Students are expected to adhere to the expectations and rules outlined in
this Student Technology Use Agreement. Classroom teachers may also develop additional policies for
their respective classes that may be added as supplements to this agreement.
As part of the Presentation High School iPad program a Mobile Device Management (MDM) application
will be used on each iPad. This application serves several purposes. First, it allows the Presentation
Technology Services staff to remotely install and monitor the apps installed on the device. Second, it
allows the school to track the device if it becomes lost or stolen. It will also allow the technology staff to
remotely erase the device if it has been stolen, protecting a student’s personally identifiable information.
The MDM application does not allow the school to access data created by the student on the device.
As the primary educators of their children, parents are encouraged to talk to their students about the
values and standards that they should adhere to when using digital devices such as the iPad and
applications that access the internet. Neither students nor parents may erase, alter, or install additional
apps to the PHS-issued iPad, including internet filtering or “cyber nanny” applications. It is the
responsibility of the parent and student to negotiate proper home use of the PHS-issued iPad on their
personal home network.
Device Distribution and Return
1. The iPad issued to students is the property of Presentation High School.
2. Students and parents/guardians must sign and submit the Presentation High School 1:1 Policies and
Procedures document prior to receiving an iPad.
3. All students must participate in an iPad training session, which is held in the summer or during
Freshman Orientation, offered through the PHS Schoology Learning Management System.
4. Students will be issued their Apple iPad Air M1, Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd gen)
Apple charger + cable. The devices and accessories will be checked periodically by Presentation
Technology Services staff to ensure the iPad, Keyboard Case, and Apple Pencil are in good working
order and have not been damaged.
5. Students who are no longer enrolled in Presentation High School must return their Apple iPad Air
M1, Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd gen), and Apple charger + cable immediately
upon their termination of enrollment.
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6. Students who fail to return their Apple iPad Air M1, Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd
gen), Apple charger + cable at the end of their senior year or upon termination of their enrollment at
Presentation High School will be billed for the full cost of replacement of the iPad and the additional
school issued accessories. For seniors, diplomas will be held until the iPad and accessories are
returned or payment is received. No transcripts will be released until all items are returned.
7. The Apple iPad Air M1 comes with preloaded educational apps that must not be removed or altered
in any way. Students are not able or allowed to load additional apps onto the device as the device has
been installed with a school-issued Student Security Profile, which does not allow the use of the
iTunes Store nor any 3rd party apps to be installed. Students can log into the iBook Store with their
own Apple ID to purchase textbooks. PHS does not issue school-owned Apple IDs or Apple iTunes
accounts.
8. Students must keep the Mobile Device Management (MDM) profile for their iPad installed at all
times. Students may not remove or circumvent the management system installed on each iPad. This
includes removing restrictions or “jailbreaking” the device.
9. Students should return their Apple iPad Air M1, Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd
gen), Apple charger + cable in acceptable condition. Acceptable condition is defined as clean and in
working order. Students will be billed for any damages to the device, accessories, and/or
charger(s)/cable(s) as follows:
I. Apple iPad Air M1: Replacement Cost $700
II. Logitech Folio Touch Keyboard Case with Trackpad: Replacement Cost $160
III. Apple Pencil 2nd Gen: Replacement Cost $120
IV. Apple USB-C 1m Charging Cable: Replacement Cost $20
V. Apple USB-C 20W Charging Block: Replacement Cost $20
AppleCare+ Program - Damage and Repairs
1. Students are responsible for maintaining their iPad Air and accessories in good working condition at
all times.
2. iPad Air devices and/or accessories that are damaged or malfunctioning must be reported to the
Help Desk in Room 40 (via ZenDesk if off-campus) immediately following any break or malfunction.
Do not attempt to fix the device yourself or take the device to Apple or to a third-party repair facility.
3. Students and their parents/guardians are required to pay for repairs to damaged iPad devices.
Presentation High School has procured AppleCare+ for each iPad device. AppleCare+ allows for two
breaks/repairs over the number of years that the student is in attendance with the device. For the
first two breaks, students and their parents/guardians are charged $49 for each repair. For a third or
any subsequent breaks, the student and their parents/guardians would be charged the full repair fee
as defined by Apple Repair, depending on the severity of damage for each break/repair.
4. The school's Technology Services Department, located in Room 40, will manage all repairs, issue
loaner iPads during the repair window (if available), and collect repair payments.
5. Logitech Protective Keyboard Cases and Apple Pencils are not covered under AppleCare+ and will
be charged at their full replacement cost.
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6. If it can be determined that a student is responsible for damages to another student's Apple iPad Air
M1, Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd gen), Apple charger or cable, the
parent/guardian of the student who damaged the device or accessory will be responsible for
repairing/replacing the damaged item(s). If there is a dispute as to who is responsible for the damage,
the student and parent/guardian to whom the iPad or accessory is issued is primarily responsible for
damages.
7. Students and their parents/guardians will be charged the full listed prices for each item that is lost,
damaged, unrepairable, or stolen. The full replacement cost of the entire iPad Air bundle will be
$1,020.
Taking Care of Your Device
The iPad Air is the property of Presentation High School and is on loan to the student. Students are
responsible for knowing how to properly operate and protect their iPad. Students should follow the
guidelines below to ensure that their device is properly cared for.
1. Students may not write on, put stickers or labels on, or make any other form of marking on the Apple
iPad Air M1, Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd gen), or Apple charger + cable.
2. Students should keep their iPad in the school-issued Logitech protective keyboard case at all times.
3. The Apple iPad Air and accessories have been labeled by the school. Students may not modify,
remove, or destroy these labels.
4. Students should use only a clean, soft microfiber cloth to clean the screen of their iPad. Do not use
cleansers or liquids of any kind. Tech Room 40 will have cleaning supplies available to use.
5. Students should handle all cords and cables with care to prevent damage. Students will be charged
the full cost for lost, stolen, or damaged cables and charging units.
6. Students should not leave their devices in a location where they can be damaged by cold, heat, or
moisture. The Apple iPad Air M1, Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd gen), and Apple
charger + cable are never to be left in a car, even if locked and/or hidden. High and low temperatures
can damage the iPad and its accessories.
7. Students are responsible for the security of their iPad and should not leave them unattended or
unsupervised.
8. If the iPad is lost or stolen, the student must immediately report the incident to the Dean of
Students. If the device is stolen, the student, in conjunction with Presentation High School, should
also file a police report. The student and parents are responsible for the full replacement cost of the
device.
9. If you find an unattended iPad Air or its accessories (Logitech folio Keyboard Case, Apple Pencil (2nd
gen), Apple charger + cable), you are responsible for returning the iPad to Room 40. Do not attempt
to locate the student assigned to the device.
10. Students are required to fully charge their iPad each night and have it at school, along with all
accessories, each day for class.
11. Students should only backup their iPads through the two methods taught in the Technology Training
Course: setting automatic backups inside of the Notability app to the student’s PHS-issued Google
Drive account or by using their own private iCloud account (not supplied by the school) via WiFi only.
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12. School-issued iPads should never be connected to a physical computer in an attempt to back up the
device to iTunes. This will result in a device failure and the likely loss of all data, requiring the iPad to
be reinstalled by the school.
13. School-issued iPads are not to be linked to an Apple "Family Share." This can compromise the
security of the iPad. The iPad will need to be brought to the Technology Department for a device
erase and reset.
Acceptable Use Guidelines for Using Your iPad at School
1. Students are expected to use their iPad for academic purposes each day.
2. Students are expected to use their iPad in a responsible and ethical manner consistent with the
Mission and Values of Presentation High School.
3. Students are responsible for updating their iPad OS whenever the device signals that an update is
available. App updates are separate and are under school MDM control; they will update on their
own and should be allowed to do so.
4. Students should keep their own devices in their possession at all times. Students should not lend
their iPad to other students under any circumstances.
5. If a student leaves the device at home or forgets to charge the device, a loaner iPad must be
borrowed from the school. There are a limited number of loaner devices available to students. If one
is unavailable, the student must perform classwork without a device.
6. It is expected that students have their iPad with them and fully charged each school day. Students
can sign out loaner devices and chargers from the Help Desk in Room 1. Students can pick up a
loaner device before or after class and must return it at the end of the school day. Students are
allowed to check out a loaner iPad once per semester without penalty; students who need to check
out a loaner iPad for additional days will be referred to the Dean of Students for potential
disciplinary action.
7. Students should keep the audio on their device muted unless they have permission from the teacher
to use the audio for academic purposes. Students should always have personal earbuds or
headphones with them at school to listen to audio on their devices.
8. Students may save their work directly to their iPad. However, it is also necessary for students to back
up all their work on a cloud storage app such as Google Drive. Students are responsible for making
sure that their work is not lost due to technical difficulties with their devices (such as mechanical
failure or accidental deletion). Work that is not submitted on time due to device malfunctions will be
subject to individual teacher late-work policies.
9. Students should not use their iPad for non-academic purposes during the school day or for illegal
purposes at any time. This includes, but is not limited to: cyberbullying, spamming, using chat rooms
or instant messaging, plagiarizing academic materials, downloading games and non-educational
apps, violating copyright laws, hacking, falsifying information, or using the device for any actions that
violate school rules and/or public law. Participation in any of these behaviors may result in
disciplinary consequences as delineated in the On and Off Campus Behavior and Public Performance
Policies in the Student/Parent Handbook.
10. Social Media is a powerful tool to share and publish student work, but it also has the potential to be
abused. Social Media is constantly changing within our society; therefore, Presentation students
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should abide by the guidelines in the Student/Parent Handbook and should obtain prior approval of
their teacher before using any Social Media tool or website.
11. Students may not take pictures or film Presentation High School faculty, staff, or students without
their permission. Additionally, students may not record conversations or lectures with teachers
without their consent.
12. Students may not connect any other devices to the PHS wireless (or wired) network other than their
PHS-issued iPad. This includes personal cell phones, laptops, smart watches, gaming devices or any
other internet-capable device not owned and/or issued by PHS. Only the school-issued iPad should
be connected to the school network at any given time.
13. Students may only connect to the Internet via the wireless network provided by Presentation High
School while on campus. Use of external, mobile, or cellular “Hotspots” and/or VPNs is prohibited at
all times while on campus.
14. VPN or other private network access which bypasses the school's firewall may not be installed or
used on the student's iPad at any time. Students may not connect their PHS-issued iPad to a cellular
hotspot while on campus at any time.
15. Students are expected to adhere to the policies outlined in the Student Technology Use Agreement
in the Student/Parent Handbook.
**Students using their iPad to access content other than what has been assigned by the teacher are subject to
each teacher’s classroom behavior policy. Please see other consequences under Part Six: Student
Behavior/Campus Discipline.
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PART FIVE
Academic Policies
Academic Integrity Policy
Personal integrity is demonstrated by being honest and truthful in one’s decisions and actions. Academic
integrity is a significant component of personal integrity. It is important that students realize that each
choice to copy, cheat, or plagiarize not only violates the academic integrity policy but diminishes
personal integrity and compromises relationships with oneself, fellow students, teachers, and parents as
well.
The relationship between the teacher and the student should be characterized by the highest level of
honesty and trust. When a teacher gives an assignment, homework, extra credit opportunity, paper,
project, lab, test, or quiz, it is expected that the work will be original, done independently unless
collaboration is authorized, and done to the best of the student’s ability.
Academic integrity is demonstrated when a student:
● Completes own homework assignments and does not allow work to be copied by another
student;
● Completes a quiz, test, or exam without seeking help from another student or source or giving
help to another student;
● Does original research for a paper, project, oral presentation, lab report, etc. and acknowledges
another person’s contributions to that work by citing the source and individual’s name.
Theft of academic material, cheating, copying, and plagiarism are violations of academic integrity.
The following are some examples of academic integrity violations involving cheating (giving or
receiving an unfair advantage over others in school work):
● Copying an assignment or allowing another student to copy your work including sharing or
asking for the solutions from online homework with another student;
● Looking at another student’s test paper or allowing someone else to look at your work;
● Using notes of any kind on a closed book or closed note exam;
● “Working together” on an assignment when not authorized by the teacher;
● Stealing quizzes or examinations; selling, copying or letting others copy an examination;
● Sharing tests from previous years/semesters or accepting tests from a previous year/semester;
● Asking for or passing along test information from one class period to members of another class
period or to a student who was absent for the test;
● Using unauthorized study aids, notes, books, data, or other information (including looking up AP
answers online and using them as your own);
● Sharing and/or transmitting either in hard copy or electronically, test information from previous
or current year;
● Sharing another’s academic property electronically or otherwise without their permission or
representing as one’s own the work of another.
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The following are some examples of academic integrity violations involving plagiarism (presenting as
one’s own the work or others without proper citation and acknowledgment):
● Reusing a research paper from another class;
● Quoting, paraphrasing, or using a translator without proper citation;
● Copying and pasting from the Internet without proper citation;
● Purchasing or obtaining an essay or project from an online source;
● Submitting as your own, work done by a parent or other person, or an online source;
● Use of any translator, online or in person in Modern Language courses;
● Inappropriately using ChatGPT and other AI software and submitting work as your own.
A basic principle of our school’s philosophy is that every student must actively engage in the educational
process. Consequently, we expect each student to realize that the primary responsibility for learning
rests squarely on the student’s own shoulders. Parents, teachers, and friends may guide and direct the
learning process, but real achievement in the academic endeavor is not possible if a student is not
actively involved.
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All violations of academic integrity, both major and minor, will be reported by the teacher to the Dean of
Students and kept on file by the Dean throughout the time the student is enrolled at Presentation High
School.
NOTE: More and more colleges are asking Presentation to report if a student has committed an
Academic Integrity Violation. This information can also be requested on the secondary school report,
mid-year school report, and final transcript report. Presentation will disclose this information to
colleges if the student has received a suspension for any given Academic Integrity Violation. College
Counselors will work individually with each student to write appropriate statements for the applications
about the incident and the resulting insight into the behavior as is required by colleges.
Academic Probation
Any student who fails courses necessary for graduation and/or whose overall grades fall below a C-
average may be placed on academic probation. A contract that outlines what the student needs to
accomplish academically in order to stay enrolled at Presentation will be signed by the student,
parents/guardians, and the Dean of Students. The Dean meets regularly with students on academic
probation to review academic information on PowerSchool. Students on academic probation may be
assigned to the Study Center during their study period. If the terms of the contract are not met (e.g., the
student fails additional courses for graduation), the student may be liable for dismissal.
Academics & Participation in School-Sponsored Activities
Participation in school-sponsored activities, travel, and service opportunities at Presentation High
School is a privilege. To be eligible for participation in such activities and opportunities, a student must
be in good academic standing, free of major disciplinary infractions, and be medically and emotionally
healthy.
If there are concerns in any of these areas, at the discretion of the Principal and in consultation with the
Dean of Students, and/or the Counseling Department Chair, a student may not be allowed to participate
in an activity or travel.
A student must have at least a 2.00 GPA the quarter prior to participating in any interscholastic sport, in
speech and debate, dance, choir, theater, or robotics.
A student must maintain at least a 2.00 GPA to participate in any school-sponsored trip or travel,
including summer travel. Failure to achieve passing grades in classes as well as turn in major projects and
papers will result in removal from the trip. Any costs associated with the trip and its cancellation are the
sole responsibility of the student’s parents or guardians. Presentation High School will not be held
responsible for any non-refundable costs.
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Athletic Probation
All athletes must maintain a 2.0 grade point average while on an athletic team and have had a 2.0 grade
point average the semester prior to participating on the team. Failure to maintain a 2.0 the following
semester will render the student ineligible to participate.
Athletic Eligibility
This is in compliance with CIF and WCAL policies.
To be eligible for athletics, a student must:
1. Have a GPA of 2.0
2. Have passed a minimum of 25 units in the grading period immediately preceding participation
3. Be enrolled in 25 or more units at the time of participation
If a student is declared academically ineligible, the following rules govern the student’s athletic
participation:
1. The student is ineligible to participate for one grading period (one quarter). At the next report
card, the student’s status will be reviewed.
2. During the ineligibility period, the student may not participate in any interscholastic match or
game but may participate in practice.
3. If the student has a study period, it will be closed. If a student does not have a study period, the
collaboration period will be closed.
Athletic Probation Petition
A student may petition for one quarter of Athletic Probation during the freshman/sophomore years and
one quarter of probation during the junior/senior years. Petitions are reviewed by the Principal and the
Athletic Director.
If probation is granted, the student may participate fully in all aspects of the athletic program.
Community College Enrollment Forms
Students interested in enrolling in Community College courses either for remediation or enrichment will
need a form filled out by Presentation. In order to keep accurate records of how many students are
enrolled in such classes, all requests for signatures on the enrollment forms should be routed through
the Director of College Counseling. Students will be notified of this policy and any deadlines via the
Student Bulletin each spring semester by the Director of College Counseling.
Concussion Protocol
Concussions that are Presentation High School sport-related must be reported immediately to the
Athletic Trainer if not already informed.
Concussions that are not sport-related or happen outside of Presentation High School should be
reported immediately to the student’s counselor, who will then work with the Athletic Trainer and the
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Vice Principal of Student Services to provide information regarding the return to school concussion
protocol. The family of the student will be asked to follow the protocol and share it with their treating
physician. At the earliest convenience, the concussed student will be encouraged to see a licensed
healthcare provider trained in the management of concussions. A written diagnosis must be turned in to
the counselor in order to provide reasonable academic accommodations.
Final Exams
Finals will not be given early. Students who miss a final will sign up for a time to make up the exam. It is
the student’s responsibility to schedule a date and time to take the exam. An incomplete will be given to
the student until the final is taken and the grades are computed for that course.
For seniors, an incomplete will mean that they will be able to participate in graduation ceremonies but
will not receive their diploma until finals are taken. Students have one week after the last regularly
scheduled exam to make up their finals. This may affect the student’s ability to graduate from
Presentation. Make-up finals are only allowed during the one week after regularly scheduled final exams.
Progress Reports/Semester Grades
Progress Reports are available on PowerSchool twice a year at the end of the first and third quarters.
Final Semester grades are issued twice a year at the end of each semester and can also be found on
PowerSchool.
Turnitin.com
Presentation subscribes to turnitin.com, a website that verifies the originality of student work. All
teachers require that students submit their research papers to this service. When submitting papers to
this service, student papers become part of the service’s database, meaning students forfeit copyright
privileges for their work.
Scheduling
At Presentation we prioritize the interests and needs of students during the scheduling process. In
January, we ask students which classes they wish to take, and we then build our master schedule to
support those requests. In March, after the third quarter grades are posted, we allow students to
request a rigor change based on this new grade information.
During the summer, students receive their schedules. Students always get the classes they need, and we
make every effort to give a student their first-choice electives. However, in order to offer a diverse set of
electives, balance class size, and resolve scheduling conflicts, sometimes students are placed in an
available course.
Because of the thoughtful and careful guidance we provide during the scheduling process, we ask
students to commit to their schedules. Schedule changes should be the exception, not the rule. Our
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schedule change process is designed to accommodate the flexibility that some students need while
maintaining the integrity of the scheduling process and classroom environment for all students.
Schedule Change Policies
● All schedule change requests must be initiated by the student.
● We do not accommodate schedule change requests based on preference for teacher or period
of the day.
● Schedule change requests are approved at the discretion of the Scheduling Coordinator.
● The Scheduling Coordinator collaborates with the student’s academic counselor, department
chairs, and administration as needed to determine proper placement.
Schedule Change Process
● Students are given instructions on the schedule change process when they receive their course
schedule.
● Students submit a schedule change request through the Google form that is provided by the
Scheduling Coordinator and posted in Schoology. With their request, students must upload a
completed, electronic version of the Parent/Guardian Schedule Change Permission Form found
in the Appendix of the Scheduling Guide and also on the Presentation website.
● The Scheduling Coordinator will either manage the request via email or make an appointment
with the student to discuss the request in person.
The last day to add or change a class is ONE week into each semester. Changing the rigor level of a
course is considered an add and a drop and must be made by this deadline. The deadline for dropping a
class to be replaced with a study period, is TWO weeks into the semester. All requests must be received
by 4 pm on the day of the deadline.
Scheduling 2023-2024 Deadline Dates
Fall Semester
Last day to add a new class: 6 class periods (approximately 2 weeks)
Last day to drop a class for a study period: 9 class periods (approximately mid-quarter)
Spring Semester
Last day to add a new class: 6 class periods (approximately 2 weeks)
Last day to drop a class for a study period: 9 class periods (approximately mid-quarter)
After the final deadline to drop a class has passed, a student may request a W for a course. A W is
intended to be an exception or intervention for students who are experiencing hardships that
legitimately prevent them from withdrawing before the deadline. The school will only consider such
requests if a student can document a hardship that prevented withdrawing before the deadline. A W will
never, under any circumstances, be granted because a student ends the semester with a poor course
grade.
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Following are the criteria used for determining what action is to be taken when a request is made to
change or drop a class after the drop/add period. All final scheduling decisions will be made at the
discretion of the Scheduling Coordinator and the Administration.
1. Serious difficulty with the subject matter after reasonable attempts to improve have been made
by the student.
2. Serious, irreconcilable conflict between a teacher and student following sincere attempts on the
part of the student to solve problems.
In the case of yearlong courses, a student may drop at the semester if the semester grade is a D or below
and the following conditions have been met:
1. In consultation with instructors and assigned counselor, it is agreed that it is in the student’s
best interest to withdraw from the class because of ability. This presumes that the student has
worked consistently and to the best effort in the previous semester. The student is to have met
regularly with the teacher of the course and attempted to complete all assigned work.
2. The course is not needed for graduation, is an elective, or an alternative schedule can be
developed (based on space available) with the necessary courses.
In adjusting a schedule, it must be remembered that students are required to take SIX classes each
semester, five of which must be in the following subject areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Modern
Language, Religion, Art, and/or Social Studies.
Summer School Remediation
The California State University and the University of California systems require that students complete
subject requirements for admissions with a grade of C- or better. For private colleges and universities,
they would like students to attend summer school for any subject in which they receive a grade
deficiency (D or F).
Presentation High School strongly recommends that students attend summer school for any class in
which they receive a grade deficiency. This ensures that the student will be eligible to apply to any
number of different university systems. Even though a grade of “D” is passing at Presentation, colleges
do not accept D grades as passing. Presentation High School will not provide financial aid for students to
clear deficiencies in summer school.
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Grade Scale
Weighted Grading Scale
% score
Grade
GPA
% score
Grade
GPA
93-100
A
4.0
93-100
A
5.0
90-92
A-
3.7
90-92
A-
4.7
87-89
B+
3.3
87-89
B+
4.3
83-86
B
3.0
83-86
B
4.0
80-82
B-
2.7
80-82
B-
3.7
77-79
C+
2.3
77-79
C+
3.3
73-76
C
2.0
73-76
C
3.0
70-72
C-
1.7
70-72
C-
2.7
67-69
D+
1.3
67-69
D+
1.3
63-66
D
1.0
63-66
D
1.0
60-62
D-
0.7
60-62
D-
0.7
Below 60
F
0.0
Below 60
F
0.0
Presentation High School reports a cumulative weighted grade point average.
Presentation High School has a policy of not ranking students.
Presentation High School’s College Board Code (CEEB) is 053097.
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PART SIX
Dress Code
As a member of the Presentation community, students are expected to demonstrate decency and good
taste in their manner of dress. Students who attend Presentation must adhere to the following uniform
policies throughout the school day and at mandatory events. Parents and guardians who send their
students to PHS, and students who choose the PHS experience accept the judgment of the
Administration as final in matters of school policies and procedures, including dress code. Since the
parent/guardian is the primary educator of the student, it is their responsibility to ensure that the
student is in the correct dress code on a daily basis while on campus and at school functions. Because
styles and fads change from year to year, it is impossible to list every item a student may choose to wear.
In all cases regarding acceptable clothing, make-up, hair, and jewelry, the judgment of the Dean of
Students is final. Failure to meet uniform requirements will result in a detention, and
parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified via email if their student is not in compliance with the uniform
policy.
Tops, Sweaters, Shirts, and Sweatshirts
● Tops/Shirts must be solid royal blue, navy blue, light blue, heather gray, or white. All
tops must be clean and pressed. Logos may not be larger than 1 inch in height & width.
● Sweaters/sweatshirts must be royal blue, navy blue, light blue, heather gray, or white. Logos
may not be larger than 1 inch in height and width.
● Any Pres top/sweatshirt purchased through the Panther Store or Dennis Uniform is
acceptable.
● Tops may not be low cut, sleeveless, or expose excessive cleavage. Tops must not be worn
inside out. Proper undergarments must be worn and may not be visible.
● Black jackets, college sweatshirts, or apparel with any other school’s name are not approved.
Hoods may not be worn during class time or liturgies.
● No striped or patterned tops, sweaters, shirts, and sweatshirts are allowed.
Uniform Skirt
● The uniform skirt is plaid - blue, gray, and white. It MUST be clean and pressed. Safety pins, torn
hems, writing on the skirt, and rolling the waistband are not acceptable. Shorts worn under the
skirt may not be visible.
● Skirts must be large enough to be fully zipped and fastened at the waist. They may be no
shorter than four inches above the middle of the kneecap or knee joint fold line.
● Sweats are not allowed to be worn with the skirt at any time.
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Uniform Shorts
● The uniform shorts from Dennis Uniform or any other approved provider (e.g.: Old Navy) may
be worn on normal uniform days.
● The uniform shorts must be worn appropriately at all times. On regular uniform days,
students may wear these pants with any Pres wear on top.
● The uniform shorts are not allowed on formal dress days.
● They may be no shorter than four inches above the middle of the kneecap or knee joint fold
line .
Uniform Pants
● The navy uniform pants from Dennis Uniform or any other approved provider (e.g.: Old
Navy) may be worn any day of the year, including formal uniform days.
● The uniform pants must be worn appropriately at all times. On regular uniform days,
students may wear these pants with any Pres wear on top.
● On formal uniform days, students must wear these pants with the white PHS polo and the
navy PHS V-neck sweater.
● Pants should be appropriately hemmed to the correct length (Socks should not be showing
or pants should not be dragging on the ground).
Winter Wear Uniform
● The winter wear uniform may be worn from November through March and consist of any
navy or gray Pres sweatpants paired with any Pres sweatshirt. No other sweats or
sweatshirt combination is permitted.
Formal Uniform
Formal uniforms must be worn for all liturgies, special occasions, and events. Students have two options
for formal uniforms.
1. Navy blue PHS sweater, white PHS crest polo shirt, the PHS skirt or navy pants, and white socks.
The navy blue PHS sweater may be worn over the white polo. Any other combination is not
permitted.
2. Navy blue PHS sweater, white collared shirt, the Pres plaid tie, the PHS skirt or the PHS navy
pants from Dennis Uniform, and white socks. The navy blue PHS sweater may be worn over the
white collared shirt. Any other combination is not permitted.
Leg Wear
● Socks MUST be at least ankle height and be worn at all times. Only solid blue, gray, or white are
approved.
Tights/nylons may be solid blue, gray, or white, or natural skin color.
● Leggings may be solid black, blue, gray, or white, or natural skin color.
● Sweatpants may not be worn under the uniform skirt at any time.
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● No striped or patterned socks, tights/nylons, or leggings are allowed. No black tights/nylons
allowed.
Fun Sock Fridays
● Wear any fun colored or patterned socks on Fridays!
● Only exception is for liturgy or special event days.
All Jackets
● Must be any solid combination of black, navy blue, gray, or white. (e.g., ski jacket with a gray
yoke and blue body). Logos may not be larger than 1 inch in height and width.
Shoes
● Shoes must be worn at all times.
● UGG slippers/ UGG boots or a similar-looking brand and rain boots are allowed.
● Any other form of slippers or flip-flops is prohibited.
Hair Color
● Hair must be well-kempt of natural coloring, and highlighting must be subtle with no
notable difference between light/dark hair.
Miscellaneous/Add-ons
● Presentation High School club shirts must be royal blue, navy blue, light blue, heather gray, or
white T-shirts or polo shirts.
● All designs must be pre-approved by the Dean of Students.
● Official Athletic warm-ups may be worn on game days only. Acceptable shirts to be worn with
the official athletic warm-ups are either the athletic uniform shirt or the white PHS crest polo
shirt. All team shirts must be approved by the Dean of Students.
● No hats or scarves are to be worn during class time or school-wide events/assemblies.
Free Dress Attire
● Clothing should be clean, hemmed, and not torn or ripped. Clothing displaying any
offensive or suggestive language or anything relating to drugs or alcohol will not be
permitted on free dress days or at mixers.
● Presentation PJ bottoms are acceptable, but other PJ bottoms are not allowed.
● Sweats may be worn on free dress days.
● No transparent material may be worn.
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Dresses, Skirts, Shirts, and Tops
● Dresses and skirts must be no shorter than mid-thigh.
● Slits on skirts or dresses that end above mid-thigh are not permitted.
● Backless dresses and short rompers are not permitted.
● Tops may not be low cut or expose excessive cleavage.
● Dresses and tops that are strapless, tube tops, halters, off the shoulder, or that show a bare
midriff or are low cut (front or back), are not permitted.
Pants/Shorts
● No overly tight pants may be worn as an exterior garment. Jeans that are low-cut or that
show a bare midriff are not acceptable. Shorts and dresses may be no shorter than
mid-thigh. Short shorts are not permitted.
PE/Workout Clothing
● Running tights, yoga pants, and athletic workout attire is only permissible during PE class
and Dance class. PE clothing may not be worn on free dress days. Students
must come dressed to school in uniform and may change into their PE clothing during their
PE period.
● No transparent material may be worn.
*Clothing must never be offensive or display vulgar content or language.
PRES Wear Wednesdays
● Every Wednesday, students may wear Presentation gear on top and black/blue jeans to support
school spirit.
● All top/sweatshirt that has been approved by the Dean of Students that says “Presentation
or PHS” is acceptable as long as it is royal blue, navy blue, light blue, gray, or white.
● The Presentation PJ bottoms sold in the Lantern Locker store are acceptable.
● The Presentation sweats sold in the Lantern Locker store are acceptable.
● The only exception is if there is a liturgy, special occasion, or event.
Senior Privilege
Second semester seniors may have free dress and wear college sweatshirts on Fridays only.
Students must abide by the free dress attire policy stated in the student handbook.
Accountability
Any student in violation of the uniform policy will receive a minimum of one hour accountability, where
they will need to complete service to the school on an early dismissal day. In addition, any senior who is
not in uniform will lose their free dress privilege on Fridays.
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APPENDIX
Bell Schedule
Standard Gold (periods 1,2,3,4) and Blue (Periods 5, 6, 7) Schedules:
Gold
Blue
8:30-9:45
9:45-9:50
9:50-9:55
9:55-10:20
10:25-11:40
11:40-12:20
12:20-1:35
1:35-1:40
1:40-2:55
Period 1
Prayer/Announcements
Passing
Advisory/FLEX
Period 2
Lunch
Period 3
Passing
Period 4
Period 5
Prayer/Announcements
Passing
Advisory/FLEX
Period 6
Lunch
Period 7
Blue Day Assembly Schedule:
Blue Assembly
(75 min assembly)
8:30-9:45
9:45-9:55
9:55-10:25
10:25-11:40
11:40-12:20
12:20-1:35
1:35-1:40
1:40-2:55
Period 5
Passing/Break
FLEX/Advisory
Assembly
Lunch
Period 6
Passing
Period 7
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Graduation Requirements
Students are required to take six classes each semester, five of which must be in the following subject
areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Modern Language, Religion, Visual and Performing Art, and/or
Social Studies.
The subject requirements of Presentation High School automatically ensure that students will have
fulfilled the state’s requirements in specified areas upon graduation. The graduation requirement for all
students will be a minimum of 235 credits. PHS strongly recommends that students acquire 235-250
credits.
It is the ultimate responsibility of the students and their parents to monitor graduation requirements.
Counselors are available for student and parent questions.
Computer Technology
1 Semester Computer Applications (Class of 2024 only)
English
8 Semesters (Including 1 Semester of American Lit or Honors English 3)
Modern Language
4 Semesters of the Same Language
Mathematics
6 Semesters
Physical Education
2 Semesters (Including 1 Semester of PE Health)
Religious Studies
7 Semesters (Including 1 Semester of Moral Theology &
1 Semester of Social Justice)
Science
2 Years of Lab Science & 2 Additional Semesters
Social Studies
7 Semesters (Including 1 Semester of Civics or AP Government &1
Semester of Economics or AP Macroeconomics)
6 Semesters (Including 1 Semester of Civics or AP Government &1
Semester of Economics or AP Macroeconomics)
Visual & Performing Arts
3 Semesters
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Emergency Procedures
An emergency situation is a circumstance that poses a potential threat to the health and safety of the
students and staff. Such situations would include but are not limited to, the following: fire, earthquake,
explosion, emission of toxic fumes, bomb threats, and/or intruders on campus.
Students should follow these procedures in the following circumstances:
● When the fire alarm sounds
● During an earthquake
● When an individual staff member observes a situation that necessitates evacuation of the
building
● When an emergency situation occurs away from the campus that impacts Presentation students
If you are with a class, group, or team inside a campus building:
1. Follow the instructions of the staff member/coach in charge.
2. If the building is shaking or it is clear that an earthquake is taking place, get underneath a desk or
table; cover your head with your arms; wait to be instructed to evacuate.
3. Evacuate to your designated area on the athletic fields when directed to do so by the staff
member in charge. See signage on the field.
If you are in a campus building but not with a class:
1. Join the nearest class group and follow the instructions of the staff member in charge.
2. If the building is shaking or it is clear that an earthquake is taking place, get underneath a desk or
table, cover your head with your arms, wait to be instructed to evacuate, or join other class
groups as they evacuate to the athletic fields once the shaking has stopped.
If you are on campus but not in a building:
1. Follow the instructions of any staff member who takes charge of the situation in that area.
2. If the buildings are shaking or it is clear an earthquake is taking place, get away from any building
to avoid falling debris; drop to the ground until the shaking stops; evacuate to the athletic fields
(or follow other instructions given over the PA).
If you are in the gym during liturgy or an assembly:
1. Follow the instructions of any staff member who takes charge of the situation in that area.
2. If the gym needs to be evacuated, each class needs to use the following doors to exit the gym and
go immediately to the athletic fields:
1. Freshmen: Exit the doors on the north side of the gym closest to the aquatic center.
2. Sophomores: Exit the doors on the south side of the gym closest to the dance studio.
3. Juniors and Seniors: Exit the doors on the back wall of the gym facing the athletic fields
and Celebration Area.
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If you are off campus with a team/class/group:
1. Follow the directions of the coach/staff member in charge.
2. Return to the campus with the group unless you are released to the custody of your
parent(s)/guardian(s) or are specifically instructed to go directly to your home.
During passing periods, flex time, and lunch, students should evacuate to the field and line up with their
designated advisory teacher. In the event the designated advisory teacher is not there, students should
still line up by that teacher’s name, and another staff member will fill in. 
Once on the Athletic Field after an evacuation of school buildings, if you evacuated with a teacher:
1. Stay with your teacher.
2. Line up so that attendance can be taken.
3. Students should stay in their lines, sit on the ground, and remain silent.
4. Once attendance is taken for and all members of your class are accounted for, stay seated and
wait for further instructions.
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Alma Mater
Our hearts our ever grateful
For memories we love
Of Presentation High School
Named for our Queen above
Our gratitude we give you
Our promise to be true
To you our Alma Mater
Our dearest Gold and Blue
Not Words But Deeds
Our motto ever
And loyalty in each endeavor
We’ll not forget what ere our call
The friends we’ve made within your walls
The Presentation honor
Instilled within our Souls
Will guide us on the pathway
To our eternal goal
All Hail to Blue and Gold!