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  • Students are expected to attend assemblies accompanied by the teacher to whom they are currently assigned. Any student not in attendance will be marked absent.

    Assembly bell schedules will be provided by the main office and teachers. 

  • In order to increase the likelihood of academic success, it is expected that every student attend class, on time, every day. Parents and their student(s) are jointly responsible for ensuring the student’s regular attendance at school. See SLCSD Board Policy. S-4 for more information. 

    Codes used in PowerSchool:

    • L = 1-14 minutes late to class
    • T = 15+ minutes late to class
    • P = Partial absence, missed 45+ minutes
    • X = Office Excused Late 
    • A = Unexcused Absence: missed 45+ minutes
    • E = Excused Absence 
    • V = Verified Truant 

    Excused & Unexcused Absences: Absences must be excused (by a legal guardian) within one week of the student returning to school. Teachers must give students at least one week to make-up missed work upon the student’s return. Make-up work will not be entered into PowerSchool until the absence is excused. Absences not excused within one week, must have administrator approval to be cleared. It is the responsibility of the parent to excuse and monitor attendance in PowerSchool. Attendance - Highland High School (slcschools.org)

    Extended Absences: Absences that are 10 or more consecutive days are considered “Extended Absences”, which require an approved ‘Extended Absence Form’ for absences to be excused. The student, parent, teachers, and counselor fill out the form; it then requires administrative approval (all prior to the absence). This form serves to notify the student of required homework and advanced notification of academic repercussions. Students missing more than ten days must have administrative approval or will be subject to withdrawal from Highland High. 

    SLCSD Board 'Student Policy' S-4: Administrative Procedures Student Attendance and Exemption From SchoolSection VI. Truancy Notification and Peer Court Referral Process

    A. In accordance with state law, a school administrator, his or her designee, or a truancy specialist (hereafter collectively referred to as “school administrator”) may issue a truancy notification to a student and the student’s parent for chronic unexcused absences.

    B. A school/district administrator may impose administrative penalties on a school-age child who is:

    1. in grade 7 or above, unless the child is less than 12 years old; and
    2. truant.

    C. The school administrator may issue a First Truancy Notification to students in grades 7 and above, who are at least 12 years old, and who have been truant at least five times during the school year.

    1. Weekly attendance reviews through PowerSchool and PowerBI will identify students who have accumulated five unexcused absences.
    2. The list should be reviewed to verify the accuracy of the information regarding student absences, and to determine whether a First Truancy Notification should be sent.
    3. Student attendance will be monitored for students who receive a truancy notification and the school administrator will implement interventions as designated in the school plan.

    D. The school administrator will issue a Second Truancy Notification to students who have 10 or more days of unexcused absences.

    1. The school administrator will implement at least three interventions (see, section III.B.) as designated in the school plan.
    2. School student services council meetings and peer court may be utilized if this intervention is deemed appropriate for the student and family.

    E. The school administrator will issue a Third Truancy Notification to students who have 15 or more days of unexcused absences. This notification will be sent by certified mail or verification of personal delivery.

    1. School administration will meet with parent and student to develop an attendance plan and monitor for 14 school days.

    a. School administration will contact the district family school collaboration coordinator to review interventions and determine next steps if the final intervention was unsuccessful.

    2. School administration and/or counselors will attempt at least one home visit prior to a court referral or a 10 day withdrawal.

    3. If a student under the age of 18 continues to be absent after meeting with the school administrator, a court referral may be filed with assistance from the district family and school collaboration coordinator.

  • Anyone, student or adult, that hears or sees any form of bullying, harassment or discrimination must report it immediately. Consequences will be enforced according to Salt Lake City School District Board Policy G-19 or G-20. 

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  • To ensure the safety of our campus students must enter doors with a weapon detector. All other doors will be locked throughout the day. Students must refrain from opening locked doors to allow any other person entrance to bypass a weapon detector. 

    During building safety protocols such as "Hold", "Secure Alert", "Lock Down", "Evacuate", or "Shelter", faculty and staff will follow directions to ensure student safety. Updates will be sent to parents via school messenger. 

    Click here to view the parent handout: English - Spanish

    A poster outlines emergency procedures, including Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter.A poster in Spanish outlines emergency procedures, with instructions for students and adults.​​​​​​​

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  • See Counseling Center - Highland High School (slcschools.org) for up-to-date instructions regarding schedule corrections. 

    • Below are the course correction guidelines and approved reasons for making schedule changes:   
      • Student has been scheduled into a course previously passed  
      • Student has been scheduled into a course out of sequence (i.e., Spanish 3 before Spanish 1)  
      • Student did not pass a class that was a prerequisite for another  
      • Student has an incomplete schedule  
      • Senior is missing a requirement for graduation  
      • Note: AP or concurrent enrollment class changes must be approved by a teacher, principal, guardian, and counselor. 
    • Below are NOT approved reasons: 
      • Teacher requests 
      • Lunch Requests 
      • Friend Requests 
      • Period swaps 

  • It is the position of Highland High School that destruction of property and/or vandalism shall not be tolerated. A student found guilty of property destruction may be immediately suspended from school pending a conference with parents and district officials. A fine may be imposed (or may be referred to police) for any student found guilty of vandalism to make full restitution for the damages.

  • Parents and their student(s) are jointly responsible to know and uphold the SLCSD Board Policy 'S-5 Student Dress Code'.

  • The use or possession of alcohol or drugs/illegal substances is prohibited on any school property by any person, in any building (owned or operated by the Board of Education), or at any activity sponsored by the school (whether or not it is held on Salt Lake City School District property). Policies of the Salt Lake City School District Board of Education will be followed at Highland High: 'S-3: Student Conduct and Discipline'. A criminal offense charge may also be filed, and police action may result.

  • Elevators are located near the center of the main building and in the west gym. To borrow an elevator key temporarily or for the entire school year, please see the Treasurer. Generally, use is restricted to students with a physical disability. Fine imposed if key is not returned.

  • Students who are in the halls without an authorized hall pass or office summons may be disciplined by school administration. 

    • Be considerate of in-session classes, meetings, testing, etc. and keep voices at an appropriate level while in the halls.
    • Students may only leave class with a hall pass.
    • Students may not use cell phones in the halls during classtime. 
    • Students who are scheduled with Release Time, Work Release, or a Home Release period must leave the campus during that period. Non-compliance may result in discipline by administration or removal of the release period (class placement).
    • Students are encouraged to eat lunch in the commons or in the courtyard, weather permitting. Hallways are not appropriate for eating lunch; classes are in session and should not be disrupted.
    • After school students are allowed on campus only under the direct supervision of an adult. Students not under the direct supervision of an adult in the building will be asked to leave. 
    • Students must not ride skateboards or similar items inside the school (halls, classrooms, etc.). Any item or object creating a disruption or causing damage is subject to confiscation.

  • Highland High is not responsible for the theft of personal items left unattended. Items must be kept with the student or secured in lockers during the school day (an alternative space will not be provided for these items). Generally, any found items can be placed on the table outside the counseling office. Valuable items (jewelry, electronics, etc) need to be turned in to the media center on the second floor, or the main office.  Please check the table by the counseling center or contact the main office if you have a lost item you are looking for. 

  • Lockers are issued to all students, information can be found on your printed high school schedule. If you do not have one assigned and need one, see the main office. All lockers are the property of Highland High School and are assigned to students for their use and convenience. Students will be responsible for their assigned locker. Gym lockers are issued by Physical Education teachers or coaches. Lockers are subject to search by school officials at any time. Highland High is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Student’s may not share their locker or locker combination with another student.

  • Lunch accounts are maintained through the School Cafe website not through the school Treasurer.

    Click here for the Free & reduced lunch application, which is separate from a Fee Waiver Application (which covers class/activity fees). 

    Questions? Please contact Highland’s Cafeteria/Child Nutrition Manager or the SLC School District Child Nutrition Department.
    801.484.4343 ext.8103  |  Child Nutrition - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org)

  • An office summons form or “Pink Slip” is used when a student is called from class. Teachers will honor an office summons only if it has been signed by authorized personnel. Slips may be another color, depending on the office. False summons will be addressed by administration.

  • School Procedure for SLCSD Board Policy S-11: Student Electronic Devices in Schools:

    According to Senate Bill 178 (SB0178), students are not allowed to use cellphones, smartwatches, or similar technology (airpods, personal tablets/laptops) during class time. This means these devices must stay in your backpack or teacher's designated area (such as a phone pouch) during the entirety of the class period. If they are out during a class period (including in the hallway), they will be confiscated by school personnel.

    Each student will need a school laptop, which will be checked out starting Thursday, August 21 from the library (with your Language Arts class). Make sure you bring your laptop and charger to class every day. Review the teacher disclosure for details on class rules regarding laptops.

    • Students may use their personal devices during lunch and passing time.
    • Personal electronic devices are not permitted during curricular time. 
      • If a student uses a personal device it may be confiscated. Refusal will lead to parents contacted and consequences given per SLCSD Board Policy S-3.
    • Students may not take their phone with them when using a hall pass. 
    • Students may have access to their device in the event there is a school lockdown or other emergency.

     

     

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  • Parking passes will be sold to juniors and seniors only for $10. A parking pass is required to park in the Highland High School parking lot. Obtaining a parking pass does not guarantee you a spot to park in the lot. Any vehicle in the lot without a parking pass is subject to a ticket, which may incur a fine and be subject to a vehicle boot. Cars parked illegally, such as parking in end cap areas of the parking lot, will also be subject to a warning sticker and repeated offenses will receive a ticket, boot and fine. 

    Map of Parking Lot with instructions: Transportation & Maps - Highland High School (slcschools.org)

    An orange parking violation notice is attached to a car window.A parking violation notice from Highland High School details parking infractions.

  • Instances of cheating/plagiarism will be investigated by the teacher and administration, which may result in a failing grade on that assignment. Please refer to 'S-3: Student Conduct and Discipline'.

  • Visitors, please use doors labeled 'Main Entrance' near the flagpole. To enter, use the doorbell to contact the main office who will allow you entrance to the building. All visitors must go directly to the main office to sign in and wear a visitor’s tag. The principal, security personnel, or principal’s designee, has the authority to exclude from the school premises any person who may cause a disruption. Unauthorized visitors will be reported to administration and appropriate action will be taken, up to and including removal from school property. Unaccompanied students not-enrolled at Highland may be cited for trespassing during the school day.

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