Policy - Academic Honesty
Academic honesty and responsibility are expected of all Serra students. Cheating at any level is irresponsible and unacceptable. Copying someone else’s homework, turning in a paper done by someone else, plagiarism, copying from other printed resources without giving credit to the author, and/or giving or receiving answers, sharing answers, using “cheat sheets,” or other such devices, are all considered cheating.
The first offense for cheating in any classroom will result in a zero on the assignment, a ‘U’ in citizenship for the six-week grading period, parent contact will be made, and a conference with the site administration will be held.
The second offense for cheating, in the same classroom, will result in a zero on the assignment, a ‘U’ in citizenship for the semester, parent contact will be made, and a conference with the site administration may be held. Additionally, Saturday School will be assigned, and other disciplinary action may be taken.
Policy - Discipline
Serra’s Discipline Policy is governed by a set of beliefs and expectations summarized in teh following statement: “We believe that all students have the right to learn, and all teachers have the right to teach.” Students are responsible for their behavior and compliance with school rules at all times. Any violation of school rules and policies may result in disciplinary action.
Behavior Expectations
Suspension
Suspension from school means the student may not attend classes, participate in any school activity, or be on or around campus during the period of suspension. Additionally, suspension from school may result in a 30-day activity suspension, beginning on the first day of suspension, and the removal from participation in all extra-/co-curricular activities including, but not limited to, sports, dances, club events, etc. Suspension may occur for any of the following behaviors including, but not limited to:
Suspension for Seniors
Expulsion
Expulsion means the student may not attend any school in San Diego Unified School District for a designated time. Expulsion may occur for the following behaviors, but not limited to the following:
Policy - Electronic Devices
Serra is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property.
Electronic devices may be brought on campus at your own risk. All electronic devices may only be used before school, after school and at lunch. Under no circumstances should these devices be turned on or used during any other time while on campus. These items will be confiscated when they are heard or seen. Confiscated items may only be picked up by a parent or guardian. All items not picked up by the end of each semester will be donated. Video cameras, picture cameras, and camera phones are never permitted on campus, unless for the authorized purpose of the multimedia class.
Policy - Dress Code
Dance Dress Code
Please remember the dance dress code for all female attendees before purchasing your dress: At least fingertip length, no spandex, and naturally flowing. Dresses may not be backless below the bra line or have side cut-outs. Front slits must be fingertip length or lower. Thank you for ensuring an elegant and tasteful dance for all.
Policy - Marking(Grading)
Marking Periods
Progress reports will be issued at 6 weeks and 12 weeks after the start of each semester. Report cards will be issued at the end of each semester.
Marking Policy
Students receive a scholarship and a citizenship mark in each class. Scholarship grades are cumulative during the course of each semester. When absent from a class, students are responsible for making up missing assignments. Citizenship grades are assigned for each 6-week marking period.
Scholarship Marks
Reporting “D” and “F” Grades
Teachers must make a written report to parents/guardians on students whose work is unsatisfactory(marginal or failing). Pink Progress Report
Parents may request a Pink Progress Report every two weeks according according to the schedule provided by the Center for Student Services. Pink progress reports are not used to grant eligibility.
Citizenship Marks
Citizenship is a reflection of the general behavior, attitude, values, and habits of an individual student in the school community. They measure personal qualities, not academic performance, and therefore should not be equated with the academic scale.
Change of Marks
A grade given by a teacher is final and cannot be changed by others unless it was given fraudulently, in bad faith, because of incompetence, or because of clerical or mechanical mistake.