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Medical and parental/guardian excuses will be the only accepted reasons for a student to be absent. Any student who makes a false report will be subject to disciplinary measures.
Unexcused absences (also known as cuts!) will result in disciplinary and/or academic consequences by teachers and/or administration.
This is a closed campus! Students may not leave the LPS-College Park campus during school hours without obtaining an Off-Campus Pass from the main office. For a student to obtain and Off-Campus Pass, two things must happen:
The student’s parent or guardian must call the office (633-0750) or stop by the Main Office before the student leaves campus.
The student must check-out through the Main Office.
Within 24 hours of a day that a student is absent from school, a parent or guardian must call the Main Office and leave a message, spelling the name of the student and giving the reason for the student’s absence.
Students are required to participate in the Lunch program offered at Castlemont High School. The lunch period is approximately from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Lunch will be served daily from our school building.
The parking lots are off limits during school hours without proper authorization.
Students are not to enter cars during school hours without authorization.
Students must have the authorization of the Principal or Dean of Students to enter the regular Castlemont campus.

TARDY POLICY
LPS-Oakland Students must be in their seats and prepared to begin work when the tardy bell rings. There is no classification of tardies as excused or unexcused. Late passes will not be issued for problems of transportation, oversleeping, going to lockers, etc. Students who are late to class by 15 or more minutes, and do not have a late pass, are considered absent. Excessive tardies will result in disciplinary action and possible loss of credit by teachers.
For purposes of this policy, a student will be considered an habitual truant if he/she is absent without legitimate excuse for five (5) or more consecutive school days, seven (7) or more schools days in one school month, or 12 or more school days in a school year. A student will be considered a chronic truant for purposes of this policy if he/she is absent without legitimate excuse for seven (7) or more consecutive school days, 10 or more school days in one school month, or 15 or more school days in a school year.
RULES OF STUDENT BEHAVIOR
Students at LPS-Oakland take pride in accepting responsibilities tied to young adulthood. Students are expected to use good judgment in their behavior and conduct. The LPS philosophy on discipline is that acceptable behavior is the responsibility of students, parents, and school staff. Each student will have on file a Parent/Principal Contract: Code of Student Conduct. All students will exhibit self-control, act responsibly in the classrooms, and other school property, display proper school bus decorum, and maintain respect for teachers, administrators, school personnel, guests, and fellow students. To ensure that LPS-Oakland maintains an atmosphere for learning, students should be aware of several rules:

Students are required to carry their student I.D. cards on their person at all times while attending LPS-OAKLAND. Student I.D. cards are issued for security, lunch and other purposes.
Students shall not FIGHT, THREATEN, or INTIMIDATE another student or member of the faculty or staff. Violations will result in out-of-school suspension, and a possible recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion.
Students shall not engage in any type of PROFANITY or VERBAL ASSAULT against another student or member of the faculty or staff. Again, violations will result in out-of-school suspension, a recommendation for long-term suspension, or expulsion.
Discrimination against or harassment of students and/or staff members because of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, or ethnicity WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
Any gang or secret society identified by the administration is prohibited. The wearing of colors to identify oneself with a gang or secret society is prohibited.
Students are permitted to have cell phones in their possession while on school property, but cell phones must be turned off and must not be visible from 7:50 a.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Beepers, radios, tape players, CD players, MP3 players, electronic games, video equipment, and any other unauthorized electronic device are STRICTLY PROHIBITED on school property. Possession of any such device is considered a violation of School Board Policy.
Tampering with school computer systems and/or databases which results in illegal access is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Violation will result in automatic suspension from school. Unauthorized or inappropriate use of any technology will result in disciplinary action. After-school loitering is not permitted.
DEFIANCE, DISRESPECT, AND DISRUPTION will not be tolerated. Violations will result in out-of-school suspension, long term suspension, or expulsion.

Students who violate these and other rules will be subject to disciplinary action. Students who violate the LPS Code of Student Conduct may be subjected to various disciplinary actions that range from verbal reprimand to the most severe punishment.

GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION OF OUR CAMPUS	Our campus is located at Building 100 on the Castlemont High School campus at the intersection of 84th Avenue and Hillside Street. All students, parents and visitors will enter LPS College Park from the north entrance (next to the creek).

OFFICE HOURS	The main office will be open at 7:30 a.m. and closed at 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

REGULAR SCHOOL DAYS	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - 7:50 a.m. – 3:53 p.m. Wednesday – 7:50 – 2:55 p.m. Friday (Short Schedule Day)* - 7:50 a.m. – 1:50 p.m. *Parents will be notified when a different Friday schedule will be implemented.

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH DURING SCHOOL HOURS	Breakfast and lunch will be served daily. Some students may qualify for either free or reduced cost meals. Further information will be available in August. Free and reduced lunch forms will be also available in August. Breakfast will be served in room 109 from 7:20-7:50 a.m. daily. Reduced cost meal fees are $0.30 for breakfast $0.40 for lunch. The regular cost of breakfast is $0.75 and lunch is $2.00.

The majority of parents, teachers, and school officials surveyed believe that a dress code is a positive and creative way to enhance the learning environment, reduce discipline problems, prevent future discipline problems from occurring, and increase school safety.

MALE STUDENTS

BOTTOMS: Appropriately sized pants or shorts for the student are required. Shorts will not be more than one inch above the knee. No sweats, or denim/jean fabric pants or shorts will be permitted. Oversized pants are not permitted. Belts must be worn around the waist at all times. Pants shall be worn so that the waistband is worn at the waist and not below the waist

TOPS: Short or long sleeved polo-type, golf, oxford or dress shirts are acceptable. In cold weather, a pullover, vest, or cardigan sweater may be worn. No t-shirts sweatshirts, fleece, or hoodies will be permitted. The only types of t-shirts permissible to be worn are “LPS College Park” t-shirts supplied by the school.

FOOT APPAREL: Only black or brown enclosed shoes or boots are permitted. Tennis shoes/sneakers are permitted. Socks must be worn and laces must be tied at all times. No combat, steel-toed work boots, sandals, flip-flops, or slippers are permitted.

FEMALE STUDENTS

BOTTOMS: Appropriately sized pants or shorts for the student are required. Shorts will not be more than one inch above the knee. No sweats, or denim/jean fabric pants or shorts will be permitted. “Low-rider” pants are not permitted. Undergarments may not be exposed.

SKIRTS AND DRESSES: The hem of female skirts or dresses shall be no shorter than the tip of the fingertips when both arms are extended by the side.

TOPS: Short or long sleeved polo-type, golf, oxford or dress shirts are acceptable. In cold weather, a pullover, vest, or cardigan sweater may be worn. No t-shirts sweatshirts, fleece, or hoodies will be permitted. Undergarments may not be exposed. Spaghetti straps, tube tops, halter tops, midriff tops, tank tops or clothing that exposes the upper torso are not allowed. The only types of t-shirts permissible to be worn are “LPS College Park” t-shirts supplied by the school.

FOOT APPAREL: Only black or brown flats, enclosed shoes or flat boots are permitted. Tennis shoes/sneakers are permitted. Socks must be worn and laces must be tied at all times. No combat, steel-toed work boots, sandals, flip-flops or slippers will be permitted.

Once inside the school building, all forms of headgear (hats, caps, headbands, bandanas, head scarves, etc.) except when approved by the Principal or Dean of Students.
Grills and chains (jewelry).
Sunglasses worn in the school building.
Exposed/visible undergarments.
Pants that are worn below the waist.
Clothing, jewelry, buttons, haircuts, tattoos, makeup or other attire which are associated with gangs.
Clothing or any items that encourage the use of drugs, alcohol or violence.
Clothing or any items associated with discrimination on the basis of age, color, handicap, national origin, marital status, race, religion or sex.
Clothing (or lack thereof) exposing underwear any portion of the torso or upper thighs (e.g. see-through garments, mini-skirts, mini-dresses, halters, backless dresses, spaghetti straps, tube tops, tank tops, bare midriff outfits, or low-rider pants).
Skin-tight attire, including any bike shorts and spandex.
Clothing deemed by the Principal/Dean of Students to be so revealing as to disrupt or potentially disrupt good order and the education program.
Clothing or footwear that is potentially dangerous to health and safety

1st Offense: An effort to notify parents to bring a change of attire will be made, or the student will be allowed to go home to change (with parent permission).

2nd Offense: There will be a mandatory parental conference the next day

Repeated or serious violation of the regulation may result in other action including, but not limited to:

The LPS-College Park School Administration does hereby formally state the aforementioned policy requiring all students attending LPS-Oakland to wear the prescribed school dress code in the 2006-07 school year. It is the intention of the LPS-Oakland administration to provide a safe environment for all students to receive the education they so rightfully deserve.

We are excited about the opening of school with the start of the Leadership Retreat, Tuesday, August 22nd - Thursday, August 24th. This letter is designed to help you prepare for this exciting three-day and two-night visit to Stanford University in Stanford, CA. As a reminder, the retreat is mandatory.

Students must be at the school no later than 9:00 am, Tuesday August 22nd. If a problem arises, and you will be late, please call 510-633-0750. We expect to return to school on Thursday, August 24th at 3:00 p.m. Please arrange for transportation for your child on Thursday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. Unless we hear from you otherwise, we will release your child after he or she has been checked off the bus. If you do NOT want your student released upon arrival back to the school on Thursday, August 24th until you pick them up, please notify the school.

When your student(s) arrives at school on Tuesday, August 22nd, you must turn in or have already turned in the following forms:

We ask that you complete these forms as soon as possible and turn them in during the required Parent/Guardian Open House session of your choice on Monday, August 14th, Tuesday, August 15th, or Wednesday, August 16th. Please see the enclosed information for more information on the Open House sessions. All students must have ALL of these forms completed upon arrival on Tuesday, August 22nd. If the first three forms on the list (Field Trip Release Form, Emergency Contact Form, and Medicine Distribution Consent Form & Medical Record Form) are not completed for any student, that student will not be allowed to go on the retreat. If you do not have any of these important and required forms, PLEASE CONTACT US at 510-633-0750.

If a student has medication that they need to take while at the retreat, please give any prescription medication to the Principal for safe keeping. We have access to refrigerators 24 hours a day, if any medication needs to be refrigerated. Students should not be carrying prescription or non-prescription medication without our knowledge. In addition, a First Aid/CPR qualified staff person will be on site.
We recognize that for many of you, this is the first time your child has been away from home. The retreat is designed as a chance for the students to become accustomed to the school culture and to bond with each other and their teachers. We therefore ask that you refrain from visiting the retreat or calling unless it is a true emergency. In case of emergency, you can contact Andrew Gordon at 510-290-5630 or call the school office at 510-633-0750, and Hulda Monterrosa, the school Office Manager will get a message to us.

-Sleeping bag or linens & blanket (We can borrow a limited number of sleeping bags, so please
let us know as soon as possible if you will need one.)
-Pillow & pillow-case
-Towel & Wash cloth
-Soap/Shampoo
-Toiletries (Toothbrush etc.)
-Changes of clothes (3 days)
-Rain jacket
-Warm Jacket
-Pajamas/sweats
-2 pairs of shoes – one pair should be good for walking and hiking (no heels)
-Extra socks
-Sunglasses
-Flashlight (optional)
-Camera (optional)
-Sunscreen (optional)

Students may have cell phones in their possession, but usage during retreat will be limited to certain times. Students will receive more information about this on the first day of the retreat. All other portable electronic devices will be prohibited during the retreat. This includes but is not limited to Walkman, Discman, Gameboy, and pagers. If students are discovered to have any of these items in their possession, the item(s) will be confiscated. Any confiscated item(s) can only be reclaimed by a parent or guardian.

Students should not bring any food. Snack foods in student luggage may attract small animals in the dorms, so to avoid this possibility; students will not be allowed to bring food on the bus or into the dorms. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs, so that we can make special arrangements for you.

Stanford University prides itself on its food service. The kitchen prepares three delicious, nutritious meals a day, with a variety of meal choices. Meals are “all-you-can-eat” and served buffet style. A typical breakfast might be pancakes with sausage, scrambled eggs and hash browns, or French toast and ham; breakfasts always include the option of hot or cold cereal, and fruit. Lunches include pizza and soup, sandwiches with deli salads or “make-your-own” burritos and tacos; a full salad bar is always included during lunch. Dinner entrees include pasta with a choice of sauces, BBQ chicken, enchiladas or turkey; side vegetables, bread or rolls, full salad bar, and dessert are always included. Stanford University offers vegetarian options, and special dietary needs can be accommodated. We will also be serving snacks.

At the Leadership Retreat, we will begin to establish the culture of our school and to inform the students of the school rules, and students will be expected to behave appropriately and respectfully. We will establish very clear expectations and expect students to abide by the rules. If students violate any of the major rules, they will be sent home immediately; parents will be expected to pick them up from the Stanford campus. Please be sure to have a conversation with your child so that he or she understands the consequences. The following will NOT BE ALLOWED:

Violation of any of these major rules will be grounds for dismissal from the retreat as well as possible suspension or transfer from the school.

Students will be in classrooms beginning August 28th. Students will receive their schedules on the first day of school. The school day begins at 7:50 a.m. Students who are not seated in their first class will be tardy. School is dismissed at 3:55 p.m.

I very much look forward to working with you and your student in developing an environment that promotes learning for all and where all achieve success. Please do not hesitate to contact the school if you have any questions.