Canton High School
Student/Family Handbook
2023-2024
Welcome to Canton High School
Students, Parents & Guardians,
The Canton High School (CHS) Handbook outlines the school’s expectations, policies, and procedures. The practices are intended to create an environment that fosters teaching and learning and enables staff and students to be physically and emotionally safe. All CHS policies are guided by the district’s Strategic Plan and the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
The CHS Handbook is updated each year, and we encourage you to review the document in its entirety. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to any of us.
Jeff Sperling, Principal
Nick Fitzgerald, Assistant Principal
Derek Small, Assistant Principal
Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy
School Hours
Daily Bell Schedule and Period Rotation
CHS Administration and Staff Directory
Academic Department Chairs
District Liaisons
Age of Majority
Automobiles/Student Parking
CHS Career Center
Century Club
Contact Sequence
Dance/Prom- Student Expectations
Directed and Self-Directed Study Courses
Dress Code
Drivers Education
Fundraising
Late Bus
Lockers/Student Belongings
Military Obligations
Student Council and Student Leadership
Work Permits
Academic Honor Code
Honor Roll Requirements
Class Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Summer School and Courses Taken Outside of Canton High School
Courses taken outside of CHS
Summer School Make-up and Credit
Commonwealth Dual Enrollment Partnership
Philosophy
Absences
Attendance
Course Credit
Credit Recovery
Attendance and Extracurricular Participation
Absences and Make-up Work
Tardy to Class
Early Dismissal from School
Truancy
Appeal Process
Ending the School Year Early
Athletics and Student Activities
Daily Attendance Requirements for Participation
Eligibility Requirements for Athletics and Extra-Curricular Activities
Attendance Requirements (as noted in the Attendance Procedures page)
Rules, Regulations, and Athletic Code of Conduct
MIAA Chemical Health Policy
Current List of Clubs/Student Activities for the 2023-2024 School Year
Mission Statement
We are an inclusive, student-centered learning community that fosters academic growth, resilience, and achievement while ensuring that every member experiences a sense of belonging, embraces challenge, and positively impacts their world
Vision Statement
An exceptional education that develops innovative thinkers, curious and empowered learners, and compassionate citizens
Core Values
Respectful and collaborative relationships
Educational Equity
Academic and personal excellence
Community engagement
High-quality teaching, learning, and leading
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy
The Canton Public Schools is committed to equal education opportunity for all students. It is the goal of the Canton Public Schools to maintain a school environment free of harassment and/or discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, homelessness or any other class protected by state or federal law. The Canton Public Schools will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any of its schools, including any school programs, services, or activities. The Canton Public Schools is committed to equal opportunity in school admission, admissions to courses, course content, guidance, and extracurricular and athletic activities. The Canton Public Schools does not discriminate in admission to its schools, access or treatment in its services, programs, and activities for any student.
Canton High is a member of the College Board (CEEB #220545) and is accredited through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
School Hours
Classes begin at 8am and dismissal is at 2:29pm each day barring days with special schedules.
Students should enter through the Cafeteria each morning when arriving before 7:50am.
Between the hours of 7:50am and the 2:29pm dismissal, all entries must be through the Main Entrance.
Students are expected to vacate the building by 3:15pm except for students who remain for extra-curricular activities, library use, teacher assistance, or detention.
Students should obtain their belongings prior to attending afterschool activities as the building will not be accessible.
Students engaging in any extracurricular activities must be under the supervision of a staff member (teacher, coach, advisor).
Daily Bell Schedule and Period Rotation
