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Where is the Attendance
Office located?
The Attendance Office is located in the lobby of H Building (127H).
H Building is located in the southwest corner of the main campus,
bordered by Casey and South 8th Streets.
What does a student do if
he/she is absent from school?
Parent/guardian verification of an absence shall be submitted to
the Attendance Office prior to, or at the time of, a student's
return to school. Any absence not verified within two school days
of the student's return to school shall be classified as
truancy.
If a student becomes ill,
what should he/she do?
If a student should become ill while at school, he/she should ask
the teacher for a pass to the Nurse's Office, room 126H, or send
someone to the Attendance or Nurse's Office for help if he/she is
too ill to go to the office. Any student who leaves campus during
their lunch hour and becomes ill and then proceeds home must have a
parent/guardian telephone the Attendance Office immediately upon
the student's arrival home.
Where may a student sign out
when leaving school?
All students must sign out in the Attendance or Nurse's Office and
secure an off-campus pass before leaving school.
If a student must leave
school early due to illness or an appointment, where can he/she be
picked up?
Once a student has signed out of the Attendance or Nurse's Office
and received an off-campus pass, a parent/guardian may pick the
student up at the southwest doors of H Building.
Must a student get a pass to
leave the classroom?
Students are not permitted to leave assigned classrooms without
permission and a campus pass signed by the teacher in
charge.
When should a student arrive
at school in the morning?
Students will not be allowed in school buildings before 8:20 a.m.
unless they have a note from a teacher. Prior to 8:20 a.m.,
students may enter Building H to acquire an absence excuse. Bus
students and other early arrivals should go to the cafeteria,
student lounge or library, which will open at 7:30 a.m.
What does a student do if
he/she is tardy?
If a student is not in his/her assigned seat or location when the
tardy bell rings he/she is tardy. Any student who is late should
proceed to the scheduled class. The teacher shall determine the
validity of the student’s reason for being late.
How do I know if school is
closed due to inclement weather?
If it becomes necessary to close school due to inclement weather,
WMIX will be notified. This station will be asked to announce this
information periodically. We urge parent/guardian(s) and students
to refrain from calling the school on stormy mornings as our
telephone lines must remain free to contact the radio station and
transportation people. REMEMBER: Unless an announcement regarding
the closing of Mt. Vernon Township High School, District #201, is
made over WMIX, school will be in session.
What are the
attendance/discipline policies at Mt. Vernon Township High
School?
Each student is given a copy of Mt. Vernon Township High School's
Student and Parent Handbook the first day of school. Each student
and their parent/guardian(s) is encouraged to examine and become
familiar with the student attendance/discipline policy sections of
the handbook. You are also encouraged to examine the “Attendance
Practices/Procedures” brochure for specifics on day-to-day
attendance matters.
What are student obligations
concerning school property?
Students are expected to keep rooms, corridors, and grounds neat
and clean, by using trash receptacles on campus, making the proper
use of school property, and by encouraging others to be more
thoughtful in this respect.
Is there a school dress
code?
Yes. The following are considered to be against Mt. Vernon Township
High School's dress code. Dress or appearance which presents a
health or safety hazard and which materially and substantially
disrupts the educational process; clothing that includes emblems or
printing that is obscene, profane, libelous, slanderous, or that
may incite students to disrupt the educational process; and
clothing that depicts or promotes alcoholic beverages, tobacco, or
tobacco products, or any illegal substances. No hats, caps,
scarves, handkerchiefs, or plastic/nylon hair coverings may be worn
in the classroom. Shoes must be worn by students at all times. No
sunglasses or dark glasses, unless they are prescription glasses,
may be worn in the classroom.
If a parent/guardian needs
to drop an item off at Mt. Vernon Township High School that his/her
child has forgotten, where should they go?
The item should be taken to the Attendance Office located in 127H.
Parking is available in the visitor's parking lot west of "H"
building.
Are students allowed to make
phone calls?
Should a student need to make a personal call, they are encouraged
to make the call on their time (before/after school, between
classes and/or during their lunch period) at one of the pay phones
on campus. In the event the reason necessitates use of a phone
during class, students may be sent to Attendance Office with a pass
to use the phone.
Where are school notices
posted?
Notices of activities and other bulletins may be found on the
bulletin boards. No notice should be posted until permission has
been granted through the Attendance Office. Notices should be
removed by those who put them up as soon as their purpose has been
served.
Are students allowed to stay
in buildings and corridors during lunch hours?
No. Students are not to stay in the buildings during lunch periods.
However, students may stay in the cafeteria, student lounge or
library.
If a student loses an
article, what can he/she do to recover it?
Although the school will make an effort to recover lost property,
it will assume no responsibility for the same. All students are
furnished lockers with good locks and must assume full
responsibility for their property. To protect their interests,
students should use only the lockers assigned to them, should keep
secret their lock combinations, should keep their lockers locked at
all times, and immediately upon finding locks or lockers defective
should report the same to the Main Office so repairs can be made or
new lockers assigned.
Students should not bring valuables or excessive amounts of money to school. All articles found shall be turned in to the Attendance office. Valuable items such as purses, keys, or books which are lost should be reported to the Attendance Office. Articles may be claimed in the Attendance Office before and after school and during the lunch hours by properly describing or identifying them.
When is the bus route list
available? What is the availability of buses?
The bus route list is available at registration. Students who
reside 1.5 miles from school are provided free transportation to
and from school. Buses will run the first day of school and all
students planning to ride the bus, regardless of how often, should
plan to ride the first day of school so that routes and
pick-up/drop-off times may be established.
Who is allowed to drive to
Mt. Vernon Township High School? How are student parking permits
issued? What is the cost of a parking permit? Are the permits
issued annually? Where should they be displayed?
All students are required to obtain a parking permit from the
Attendance Office for any vehicles that will be operated or parked
on campus. Students must pay $20.00 per year to the Bursar, possess
receipt of payment, have no unpaid debt, complete a "Student
Parking Permit Application" and return it to the Attendance Office.
A student can purchase only one portable hangtag permit; however,
up to three vehicles under the registrant's control may be
registered. This permit may be transferred only between those
registered vehicles. Students may not transfer their parking permit
to other students. Only one of the registered vehicles may be
parked on Mt. Vernon Township High School property at any
time.
At the time of registration, the student must produce a valid driver’s license and documentary proof that each of the vehicles in question is registered and properly insured, and his or her valid Mt. Vernon Township High School identification card.
Student vehicles operated or parked on the campus at any time must display a valid Mt. Vernon Township High School registration hangtag. Permit numbers must be displayed right side up and be clearly visible to be honored (permit is not to be obscured by window tinting or sun shield). Vehicles parked on campus that do not bear a valid student parking permit, or are in the wrong parking space, may be towed at the owner's expense.
Where do I call to get
answers to questions, discuss concerns, check progress, share
information, etc. about my son/daughter?
Occasionally you may have a question about your son’s/daughter’s
progress in school or about school in general. The phone numbers
listed below and on the next panel will help you in contacting
faculty and staff. Classroom teachers cannot usually be reached
during the time that classes are in session. You are encouraged to
call the and leave a voice message with your name, number, and
message and the teacher will call you back at his/her earliest
convenience. Administrators and counselors can usually be reached
by phone during the school day. A secretary will take a message if
the person is not available. Your call will be returned as soon as
possible. If you would like a conference, an appointment is
recommended.
What is ELO?
ELO (Extended Learning Opportunity) is a time when teachers are
available to assist students each day. ELO times are as
follows:
Mon—Wed 3:21—3:40
Thursday 2:55—3:40
Friday 3:15—3:40
• Students may use ELO time to:
• M ake up tests, quizzes, and assessments
• Get make-up work from absences
• Receive additional instruction
• Work on projects, do extra credit work, etc.
• Participate in academic and/or curricular enrichment
activities
• Study independently or in groups
• Do homework
• Use the library and computer resources
• Meet with their guidance counselor
How would I go about leaving a message or arranging a
conference with my son/daughter’s teacher?
Parent/Guardians who wish to communicate with a specific teacher
may arrange a conference by calling that teacher directly. If
unable to reach the teacher leave a voice message requesting a
return call to arrange appropriate communication. Note--Teachers
cannot be released from the classroom assignment to answer
telephone calls. When a conference with a teacher is necessary, it
is suggested you contact them directly. Leave a voice message if
necessary.
How Can I Help Ensure Safety In My Child's School?
As a parent, make it your responsibility to become as active in
your son/daughter’s school as your schedule permits. The more
parents are involved and visible, the safer their children's
schools will be.
Get to know your son/daughter’s friends and their families. Productive friendships and a sense of common purpose among students, teachers, and neighbors make schools and neighborhoods safer.
