SENIOR ACTIVITIES HANDBOOK

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1 SENIOR ACTIVITIES HANDBOOK Don t be trapped by dogma, which is living with the results of other people s thinking. Don t let the noise of others opinions drown out your own inner voice, heart, and intuition. Steve Jobs to Stanford in 2005 SELMA HIGH SCHOOL "Every Student Achieving High Expectations" 2007 California Distinguished School 3125 Wright St. Selma, CA

2 CONTENTS Principal's Message Senior Contact List Senior Events Overview Counseling/Academics & Important Academic Dates AP Testing Schedule Paying for College RCC Advising for Fall of 2018 Athletic Senior Games Graduation - Jostens Senior Interviews and EECU Wise UP Talent Show/Spring Week/International Day Prom School Olympics Week and Powder Puff Senior Trip Eligibility Information Yearbook Clarion Senior BBQ and Farewell Assembly Baccalaureate Graduation Ceremony and Sober Graduation Grading Periods and Eligibility School Board Policy College Acceptance Breakfast, Top 25 Scholarship Reception

3 PRINCIPAL S MESSAGE Dear Seniors and Parents, The start of the second semester of the means the Class of 2018 is near the end of their four years at Selma High School. This last semester is critical for all seniors as they look to meet all the graduation requirements for their diploma and additional attendance requirement needed to participate in our annual graduation ceremony to be held on Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. at Staley Stadium. This handbook is an important tool for both parents and seniors as it contains all of the information needed to make the end of the school year a success. Please note important dates and deadlines with your senior student so that all deadlines are met. A full list of contacts for Selma High School administration is listed in the handbook, so please call us with any questions you might have about dates and deadlines. All parents and seniors are reminded that participation in the graduation ceremony is a privilege for all seniors. In addition to meeting all of the graduation requirements for Selma High School, your senior must also meet the four year attendance requirement to participate in the graduation ceremony. Review this attendance policy and other requirements listed so that your senior is on track for participation in the graduation ceremony and on track for his/her diploma from Selma High School. Every student achieving high expectations remains the mission of Selma High School. Congratulations to the Class of Sincerely, Mark Babiarz, Principal Selma High School 1

4 SENIOR CONTACT LIST Activities Director SELMA HIGH SCHOOL: (559) Toni Lambert, Activities....ext Senior Advisors Jonmari Loving (ext ) and Melissa Luviano (ext ) Athletics Randy Esraelian, Athletic Director.... ext Counseling Luis Collazo, Senior Counselor....ext Fatima Anguiano, Guidance Outreach Specialist..ext Financial Obligations Gina Gonzalez, Finance Clerk......ext Local Scholarships Jonmari Loving, Career Technician ext Toni Lambert (Assistant).ext Transcripts Lorrie Romero, Registrar ext Yearbook Melissa Luviano, Advisor.... ext Graduation Products/ Cap & Gown- Jostens JOSTENS Website: 2

5 SENIOR EVENTS OVERVIEW This is a general overview of the events related to seniors and graduation. There may be additional information and specifics to follow at a later date. Changes to event times/dates may also occur. Please pay attention to the bulletin announcements, accounts, and school website for information. JANUARY Winter Formal Ticket Sales (Eligibility 12/15/17 grading period) Local Scholarship Handbook/Info 24 Senior Handbook/Scholarship Info given out in ELA class 24 Senior Night Boys and Girls Wrestling 26 3 Week Progress Report Suggested Grad Nite Payment - $45 27 Winter Formal 2018 Top 25 Notifications out this month FEBRUARY 5 Senior Night Boys Soccer 7 Senior Night Girls Soccer 8 Senior Night Girls Basketball 13 Senior Night Boys Basketball and Cheer 14 Local Scholarship Applications due by 4: Week Grade Report 20 Last Grad Nite Snack Pack #3 sign-up MARCH 1 Prom Guest Passes Available (due by 3/23) 2 March Madness Sign-ups 5-16 Grad Nite Snack Pack #3 - Sell 6 Kids Day Benefiting Children s Hospital Central CA 8 Open House 6:00 7:30 PM Jostens on campus at lunch and Open House for late orders 9 9 Week Progress Report March Madness Basketball Tourney (Championship game Main Gym on 3/16) 13 Winter Athletic Awards Dining 6:30 16 Grad Nite Snack Pack #3 money due 19 Prom Ticket Sales begin Talent Show Applications Available Spring Week! 23 Suggested Grad Nite Payment - $45 Talent Show Applications due Last day to turn in Prom Guest Pass 26-April 2 Spring Break 3

6 SENIOR EVENTS OVERVIEW APRIL 3 Spring Break Last Day 3-11 Prom Ticket Sales continued 3-27 Powder Puff and Cheerleader Sign-ups 5-6 Talent Show Auditions 6 12 Week Progress Report 14 Prom Holland Park West 19 Cap and Gown Pick-up in Gym - Extended Tutorial 20 Talent Show and Dance 23 Top 25 Banquet 6:30 PM SHS Dining Hall Olympic Week (4/27 Rally) 26 International Day A/B Assembly (Performing Arts) 27 GRAD NITE must be PAID IN FULL 16 Week Progress Report Powder Puff forms due MAY 2 Clarion Will entries due 8 Grad Nite sign-up - Lunch 7-18 AP Testing (See Schedule) 4 Clarion Will entry due 15 Spring Athletic Awards (Dining Powder Puff and Cheerleader Practice Week Progress Report 24 Senior Scholarship Reception 6:30 Dining Hall 25 Powder Puff Game Staley Stadium 6: Senior Finals 29 Senior Check Out 30 Senior BBQ and Farewell Assembly 31 Leave for Grad Nite (meet at 11:00 am SHS Dining Hall) Note: Spring Sport Senior Nights to be announced 4

7 SENIOR EVENTS OVERVIEW JUNE 1 Return from Grad Nite 4 Graduation Practice Staley Stadium 8:30 AM Pick up Tickets 5 Baccalaureate Practice Worship Center 9:00 AM Baccalaureate Ceremony Worship Center 7:00 PM 6 Graduation Practice - Staley Stadium 8:00 AM 7 Senior Breakfast - Café 7:45 AM Graduation Practice - Staley Stadium 9:00 AM Pick-up borrowed Graduation Gowns in Main Gym at 6:00 p.m. Graduation Pictures - Dining Hall 5:00 PM Graduation Ceremony - Staley Stadium 7:30 PM Sober Grad TBA 5

8 COUNSELING/ACADEMICS Selma High School Graduation Requirements: 1. Students need to complete 220 credits to graduate. 2. Students need to pass all of the following class requirements: Coursework Requirements English Language Arts American Government U.S. History World History Biological Science/Animal Plant Science Physical Science Algebra I Mathematics PE/ MJROTC/Band or Color Guard Applied Fine Arts/Foreign Language Economics Electives 40.0 Credits 5.0 Credits 10.0 Credits 10.0 Credits 10.0 Credits 10.0 Credits 10.0 Credits 10.0 Credits 20.0 Credits 10.0 Credits 5.0 Credits 80.0 Credits IMPORTANT ACADEMIC DATES COLLEGE PLACEMENT TESTS Watch , listen to the daily bulletin, and see Miss Anguiano or Mr. Collazo Senior Status Letters: will be mailed in late January to early February College Acceptance Breakfast: April 6, 7:15 AM in the Dining Hall Top 25 Banquet: April 23, SHS Dining Hall Catered Event Local Scholarship Reception: May 24, 2018, 6:30 SHS Dining Hall ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) TESTING: May 7- May 18, 2018 Please see the AP Testing Calendar in this handbook for specific information or Ms. Vasquez, Learning Director/AP Coordinator. 6

9 AP TESTING 2018 Exam Calendar Week 1 Monday, May 7 Tuesday, May 8 Wednesday, May 9 Thursday, May 10 Friday, May 11 Morning 8 a.m. Chemistry Spanish Lang. & Culture English Lit. & Comp. Afternoon 12:00 Noon 2018 Exam Calendar Week 2 Monday, May 14 Tuesday, May 15 Wednesday, May 16 Thursday, May 17 Friday, May 18 Morning 8 a.m. Biology Calculus AB Calculus BC English Lang. & Comp. Afternoon 12:00 Noon Statistics European History AM tests begin promptly at 8:00 AM (arrive at 7:30 AM) PM tests begin promptly at 12:00 PM 11:15 AM) All tests will be administered in the MPR 7

10 PAYING FOR COLLEGE FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID - Federal Financial Aid - Every senior should apply even if you believe you do not qualify because it is a necessary requirement for many other scholarships, grants and loans. Deadline to apply for the Fall 2018 school year is March 2 nd!!!! Never pay to fill out a FAFSA online -- use only the above website! Cal Grant B Cal Grant A SELMA HIGH SCHOOL LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS The Selma community gives away thousands of dollars in scholarships each year to graduating seniors. Ms. Loving will give you all the details, including the booklet. Applications are available electronically on our school website: See Ms. Loving for more information. LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE DUE: Wednesday, Feb. 14 th by 4:00 PM! NO EXCEPTIONS!! Helpful Links

11 RC/FCC ADVISING & REGISTRATION REGISTRATION for RC/FCC will be announced via . Don t forget to check your every day for important information. ADVISING DAY WILL BE MARCH 5, Pay attention to the bulletin for more details. Don t procrastinate! See Mr. Collazo or Miss Anguiano for information. ATHLETIC SENIOR GAMES Winter 2018 Boys Wrestling January 24, Kingsburg Girls Wrestling January 24, (w/boys) Girls Soccer February 7, Dinuba Girls Basketball February 8, Dinuba Boys Soccer February 5, Exeter Boys Basketball February 13, Kingsburg Varsity Cheer February 13, Kingsburg Half-Time Winter Athletic Awards March 13, Dining Hall 6:30 Spring 2018 Boys Tennis TBA Swimming/Diving TBA Track & Field TBA Girls Softball TBA Boys Baseball TBA Boys Golf- TBA Spring Athletic Awards May 15, Dining Hall 6:30 9

12 GRADUATION PRODUCTS Serving America s Schools Since 1897 Graduation Announcements, Caps & Gowns, & Class Rings DATES TO REMEMBER: Date Item Location March 15 Late Order Open House 6-7:30 PM April 19 Cap/Gown & Announcement Delivery Main Gym June 7 Borrowed Cap & Gown Delivery Main Gym 6:00 pm GRADUATION ORDERS EXTRA INFO 1. Payment must be made in full at the time of order. 2. Orders may also be submitted online at jostens.com or by calling JOSTENS 3. Refunds for students that do not graduate must be submitted to our Visalia office by June 16 th, Please call JOSTENS if you have any questions. RING ORDERS EXTRA INFO 1. All rings are custom made in the USA. 2. Senior rings are usually ready in 4-5 weeks (other rings take 6-7) 3. You can design your ring online at jostens.com For the very best pricing, please print a copy of your design and bring it to order day. 4. Jostens rings have fantastic warranties. Please check out the standard and extended warranty options. There are rings for every budget, and several payment plans. Contact Jostens: Phone: JOSTENS Jostens.com/contact Visalia Showroom: Hours change weekly. Please call Jostens for available times 10

13 DIPLOMA NAME There are no choices regarding your name on the diploma; your full legal name will be on the document. Information regarding legal name changes went out prior to the distribution of this booklet. If you legally changed your name but did not inform the Registrar, please do so immediately. See Mr. Collazo if you have any questions. (Note: At graduation practice, you will be able to have a say in how you are introduced for the ceremony.) SENIOR INTERVIEWS & EECU Senior Interview preparation runs from January 8 26, 2018, in all senior English classes. Interviews with various Rotary members and other members of the community begin in the middle of February and may run through May. All seniors are expected to participate and complete a resume, cover letter, and application to be used for the interview. EECU will also put on the annual Wise-Up activities, February in the Senior English classes. TALENT SHOW APPLICATIONS: MARCH 19-23, 2018 Available in room 1005 and Student Office AUDITIONS: APRIL 5 & 6, 2018 After school in Choir Room, unless other arrangements made with Talent Show Committee TALENT SHOW: APRIL 20, :00 PM (GYM) *Dance immediately following the show! 11

14 SPRING WEEK March 19-23, 2018 A week of dress-ups and lunch time activities! Friday, March 19, 2018 SPRING-A-PALOOZA! Food Vendors and Fun Activities for all slightly longer lunch! INTERNATIONAL/OLYMPIC WEEK APRIL 23-27, 2018 Get those Olympic teams together for class competition! Separate male and female teams! Thursday, April 26 Performing Arts Assembly, International Dress Day & Club Food Fair Friday, April 27 Olympic Rally Class and Staff Competition 12

15 A TALE AS OLD AS TIME PROM 2018 When: Saturday, April 14, :30 PM- 11:00 PM (Formal Sit-down Dinner) Where: Holland Park West 3855 North Bryan Ave. Fresno, CA Ticket Sales March 19-April 11, 2018 Prices: $75 ASB $80 ID $85 Guest CASH or DEBIT/CREDIT CARD ONLY (CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED) Sign-ups for tables will be as tickets are purchased on a first-come, first-served basis. ELIGIBILITY: 1. Must be at least a junior or senior in high school. 2. Must be academically eligible by the APRIL 6, 2018, grading period. 3. Must be free of debt. 4. Guests must be approved by MARCH 23, 2018: a. Guest must be classified as a junior or senior at the educational institution he/she attends; or b. Guest may not be older than 20 and must show ID. 5. A photo ID will be required at the door for all students and any guests! No exceptions!!! DRESS CODE: Formal attire should fall within these guidelines: Ladies: Dresses- No low v-cut backs, revealing fronts, or bare midriff will be allowed. Slits should not be above mid-thigh. Strapless and spaghetti strapped dresses are okay as long as they follow these guidelines. Gentlemen: No t-shirts, collarless shirts, or jeans will be allowed. Guys should be dressed in slacks and collared dress shirts. Hats are NOT allowed unless they are part of the overall theme of your attire! Please bring your clothing to Mrs. Lambert, Ms. Luviano, Ms. Loving, or Mrs. Sanikian beforehand if you feel it may be questionable. Students out of dress code will not be admitted into the Prom and will not be refunded. If found out of dress during dance, you may be asked to leave. Students bringing guests need to inform them of our dress code policy. PICTURES: North Star will begin taking pictures at 5:30 p.m. 13

16 POWDER PUFF C/O 2018 vs. C/O 2019 MAY 25, 6:30 P.M. STALEY STADIUM TICKETS $5.00 (3 and under- FREE) Special Performance: Powder Puff Cheerleaders CLARION - WILLS Senior Wills in the Clarion! Tell your friends how much they mean to you in your own creative way! Don t miss out on this final opportunity to remember the good times by sharing your feelings in your Senior Will! your will to clarion@selmausd.org by Wednesday, May 2, First 100 Words...$ Words...$ Words...$ Words...$10 HANDWRITTEN WILLS: Add $2 Class of

17 SENIOR TRIP- Eligibility The Selma High School Activities Director and Class of 2018 Advisors have planned an amazing trip for the Class of 2018 to celebrate with friends and classmates at an amazing venue Universal Studios. The Senior Class Trip is a privilege rather than a right. Forms, including the contract and in-depth information, are available in room 1005 or your student account. Seniors must meet the following eligibility requirements: Disciplinary Eligibility A student who has been in violation of any Ed Codes falling under 48900/48915 series and/or suspended for possession, consumption, and/or being under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance at school or at a school-sponsored activity during his/her senior year will be excluded from the Senior Class Trip. A refund of all payments will be given with the exception of the $60 deposit if the violation is before May 4, No refunds will be given if the violation occurs on or after the May 5, 2017 deadline, including the deposit. Students will be notified of ineligibility. Academic Eligibility A student will not be eligible to participate in the senior trip if he/she is not in Good Academic Standing by the May 18, 2018, grade report. Good Academic Standing means academically eligible and on pace to graduate with no F s in a required class per the Learning Director. A refund will be given for all payments except the initial $60 deposit. Students will be notified of ineligibility. Attendance Eligibility A student will not be eligible to participate in the senior trip if he/she has accumulated a total of 40 days of unexcused absences by May 18, 2018, regardless of how many makeup days are available. A list of those ineligible due to attendance will be provided to the Activities Director by the Assistant Principal. Students will be notified of ineligibility. All participants are pending final approval by site administration. Financial Eligibility The total trip cost is $190, which includes a $60 non-refundable deposit. Trip must be paid in full on or before April 27, Fundraising money that is earned cannot be refunded or transferred to another account for any reason. Forfeiture of Eligibility Violating standards of acceptable behavior while on the trip will result in one or more of the following: Being sent home prior to the conclusion of the trip at the parents expense Being financially responsible for any damages to property while on the trip Being denied the privilege of walking in the graduation ceremony Being liable for any other penalties imposed by the local police, the Selma High School Administration, the Superintendent, or the Board of Education Eligibility and Refunds Students must meet the above criteria to remain eligible for the trip. The $60 deposit is non-refundable. All other payments are refundable (with the exception of fundraised monies) if a request is made to Mrs. Lambert by May 18, No refunds after May 18, 2018, can be given out. 15

18 YEARBOOK Yearbooks need to be reserved BY January 26, 2018 we are not ordering EXTRA YEARBOOKS this year. If you don t pay for your yearbook (or make a deposit of at least $40) by Friday, January 26, 2018, there may not be another chance to buy one at a later date! YEARBOOK COST: $85 until December 31, 2017 **LAST CHANCE** $90 until January 26, 2018 **LAST CHANCE** Yearbooks can be purchased for full price in the Finance Office or online at: The balance/remainder of $45/$50 (depending on when the first deposit was made) must be paid in full by May 1, 2018 or you will lose your deposit and your book. YEARBOOK SENIOR ADS: Space is limited! Remind your parents! Get your friends to pitch in! Bring your money and ad to Ms. Luviano in Room 2307 by Thursday, March 1, Questions? mluviano@selmausd.org or call ext PRICES Full Page (8 ½ wide x 11 high) - $300 Half Page (8 ½ wide x 5 high) - $160 Quarter Page (4 wide x 5 high) - $80 Eighth Page (4 wide x 2 ½ high) - $50 16

19 SENIOR BBQ Wednesday, May 30, 11:15 AM Come celebrate your final day with a BBQ! Bring your yearbook, so you can get those final messages from the Class of SENIOR FAREWELL ASSEMBLY Wednesday, May 30, 2018 Main 2:15 p.m. *Yearbook Dedication *Bears Head Awards *Class of the Year Award *Male/Female Athlete of the Year *Valedictorian /Salutatorian *Senior Slide Show 17

20 BACCALAUREATE This non-denominational service to honor the Class of 2018 will be held on: Tuesday, June 5, 2018, 7:00 PM The Worship Center 2830 East Manning Avenue, Fowler, CA Baccalaureate is a more personalized service to celebrate the accomplishments of both the graduates and families of the graduates. Attendance is not mandatory; however, all graduates are invited and encouraged to attend. The Baccalaureate program is produced by the Selma High Senior Class Officers and features Selma High students and faculty. Seniors wear their graduation gown and stoll to the event. Baccalaureate Practice: Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. For more information please contact Senior Advisor Jonmari Loving (jloving@selmausd.org) or Activities Director Toni Lambert (tlambert@selmausd.org) 18

21 GRADUATION CEREMONY Thursday, June 7, 2018, 7:30 PM Staley Stadium Tickets Required Each graduate will be given 10 free tickets. Up to 5 additional tickets may be purchased for $1 each the first day of graduation practice. Graduates must attend all graduation practices! June 4 June 5 June 6 June 7 Practices Graduation Practice, Staley Stadium 8:30 AM (Graduation Ticket Distribution) Baccalaureate 9:00 am Worship Center Stadium, 8:00 AM Senior Breakfast, Café, 7:45 AM *Practice immediately following North Star Graduate Photos 5:00 pm (Dining Hall) Report to Main Gym no later than 6:00 pm No cell phones, purses or anything that must be carried SOBER GRAD Event put on by the SHS Parent Club - TBA 19

22 GRADING PERIODS & ELIGIBILITY Please pay special attention to the grading periods as failing grades may be cause for removal from senior activities and events such as the senior trip, prom, and the graduation ceremony. 2 nd SEMESTER GRADING PERIODS 3 Week Progress Report - 1/26/ Week Grade Report- 2/16/ Week Progress Report- 3/09/ Week Grade Report 4/06/ Week Progress Report 4/27/ Week Progress Report 5/18/18 Senior Final Grades- 6/8/2018 ELIGIBILITY DATES PROM: April 14 (Eligibility based on 4/6/18 grades) SENIOR TRIP: May 31-June 1 (Academic Eligibility based on 5/18/18 grades) No F in required classes to graduate GRADUATION CEREMONY: Thursday, June 7, 2018 (Eligibility based on Final Grades) All seniors must fulfill the academic requirements as set forth by the Selma Unified School District and the Board of Education. Participating in the graduation ceremony is not a right. It is a privilege! 20

23 SCHOOL BOARD POLICY SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5127(a) COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES AND ACTIVITIES Students must complete all district adopted graduation (course and credit) requirements prior to participation in such exercises. Plans to complete said requirements at a later date are not sufficient. For purposes of this regulation, ceremony shall refer to commencement exercises and does not denote that participants will receive a high school diploma. Students who have passed the California High School Proficiency Examination or the General Education Development Test (GED) must also meet district graduation requirements in order to participate in said ceremonies. Disciplinary Considerations In order to encourage high standards of student conduct and behavior, the principal may deny a student the privilege of participating in commencement exercises and/or activities in accordance with school rules. 1. A student may not be a participant in more than one fight. 2. A student may not receive more than two off-campus suspensions. 3. A student may not receive more than two referrals for violation of the district Honesty Policy. 4. A student may not have more than one violation of any of the following illegal activities: a. Stealing as delineated in Education Code (value of $50 or more). b. Possession or consumption of alcohol at school or a school activity or traveling to and from school or a school activity. c. Possession or under the influence of illegal drugs at school or a school activity or traveling to and from school or a school activity. d. Vandalism that meets or exceeds $100 worth of school or personal property 21

24 SCHOOL BOARD POLICY Con t Attendance Requirements for Participation in the Commencement Exercises Students may not miss more than 40 days (240 periods) of school over four years, excluding absences verified in writing by a licensed medical provider and school-related activities approved by site administration. Students may make up absences that exceed the numbers designated above by attending unassigned Saturday School sessions. Unassigned Saturday School is defined as voluntary attendance at Saturday School that is not assigned due to a disciplinary action. Attendance at four hours of Saturday School will constitute one (1) day or six (6) periods of absence. Students may make up a maximum of 30 school days (180 periods) per school year or a total of 120 days (720 periods) over four years by successfully completing unassigned Saturday School sessions. FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT THESE POLICIES, CONTACT: Mark Babiarz, Principal.....ext mbabiarz@selmausd.org Jared Barbick, Assistant Principal.... ext jbarbick@selmausd.org Sato Sanikian, Assistant Principal.. ext ssanikian@selmausd.org 22

25 COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE BREAKFAST Friday, April 6, :15 a.m. SHS Dining Hall Selma High School will recognize all seniors and their parents who have been accepted to a 4-year college/university. TOP 25 BANQUET Monday, April 23, :30 p.m. SHS Dining Hall Senior attendees for this event will be selected based on overall grades from freshmen year through the end of first semester senior year. SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP RECEPTION Thursday, May 24, :30 p.m. SHS Dining Hall This event is for all seniors who received a local scholarship. Recipients will be notified in advanced and expected to write a thank you card to each donor. The thank you card can be presented to the donor at the scholarship reception. 23

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