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Delta High School Daily Schedule: Students are required to attend school Monday through Friday.
MONDAY / TUESDAY / WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY
1 8:00 - 9:15
2 9:20 - 10:35
3 10:40 - 11:55
4 12:00 - 1:15
5 1:20 - 2:35
6 2:40 - 3:55
FRIDAY
1 9:30-10:15
2 10:20-11:35
3 11:40-12:55
PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE WITHIN 24 HOURS IF YOUR STUDENT IS ABSENT FROM SCHOOL
831-477-5212
Delta High School at Cabrillo Attendance Policies
EXCUSED ABSENCES:
Absence for any other reason than those listed in the section titled “Excused Absences” will be considered unexcused, even with parent/guardian verification. This includes, but is not limited to:
Absence/Tardy breakdown:
3 unexcused tardies per week = 1 unexcused absence = 1 Academic Recovery Class (ARC)
3 ARCs in a quarter may result in an Attendance contract
1 unexcused absence per week = 1 unexcused absence = 1 ARC
3 unexcused absences per week = Attendance Contract + ARC until contract is completed
1 cut = Attendance Contract + ARC until contract is completed
*Attendance contract = 21 day contract outlining specific steps to follow.
Final Attendance contract = outlining specific steps to follow to successfully complete contract.
*If students break their ATTENDANCE CONTRACT they may enter the exit process.
Attendance Contracts include the following:
Students are to remain within the “Delta Boundaries” during their required attendance hours. Delta boundaries are the 1190 Building, the walkway to the bathrooms by the football fields, and the bathrooms.
BEHAVIOR POLICIES
Students are expected to show respect for others, follow school rules, and behave in such a manner as to not disrupt the learning process for other students. Inappropriate behavior may result in a Call for Resolution (CFR). A warning may or may not be issued before a CFR is given. A CFR documents a staff member’s concern, which needs to be discussed and resolved with the student before they return to class. Suspensions may lead to behavior contracts. However, students earning suspensions who are not on behavior contracts may be moved directly to final contracts in certain cases.
STEPS TAKEN WHEN BEHAVIOR POLICIES ARE VIOLATED:
Step #1 – Call for Resolution (CFR):
Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor to discuss how to resolve the CFR. If their advisor has issued to CFR, the student may meet with another staff member for support in resolving the CFR. It is the student’s responsibility to resolve the CFR to the teacher’s satisfaction before the next class meeting. Students who refuse to resolve a CFR will be asked to meet with the counselor and may be considered for exit from Delta. CFRs are not limited to behavior in the classroom. A staff member may issue a CFR at any time while on school grounds. The staff member issuing the CFR out of class establishes the conditions under which the CFR may be resolved.
Students may be issued a CFR for inappropriate behavior at any time when present on school grounds. The staff person issuing the CFR outside of class establishes the conditions under which the CFR may be resolved.
Step #2 – Behavior Contract:
If a student receives two CFRs during the same term, the student will be required to develop a behavior contract to support improved behavior and a parent conference will be held with the student’s advisor.
Step #3 – Exit from Delta with an Opportunity to Appeal:
Students violating behavior contracts are placed in the exit process. Students in the exit process have the right to appeal the decision by writing a letter and presenting it to the Delta staff. Parents/guardians are required to attend. If the recommendation from staff is that Delta is not the right fit, the student will be told under what conditions s/he/they may reapply and be given assistance in finding another school setting. If the student’s appeal is approved, the student will return on a 21-day Final Behavior Contract. Only one appeal per term will be permitted.
Step #4 – Final Behavior Contract:
If a student breaks a Final Behavior contract, then the student may be recommended to find another educational setting.
If a student chooses to not resolve a CFR before the next class meeting, s/he/they is required to work in a specified location as deemed by the Principal or Dean during the period the CFR occurred and must meet with the principal or school counselor. Failure to meet with the principal or counselor will result in the student being placed on a behavior contract. If the student is currently on a behavior contract, and refuses to meet with the principal or school counselor, they will be put in the exit process. If the student is currently on a final contract, they may be exited.
SAFE PLACE POLICY
At Delta High School, the highest priority is keeping the school safe for all students to learn and grow. In order to keep Delta High School a safe place for students, the following will be enforced:
DELTA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS RULES
Students are expected to treat others in the Delta community with respect and contribute to a non-disruptive learning environment. The following rules reflect the importance of supporting a learning environment that is safe, clean and respectful.
To maintain safe environment for all students, students are expected to;
Delta students are expected to make their best effort to grow and achieve academically at all times. If a student is unable to make their best effort for a particular class period or day, they are to notify the teacher and agree upon an acceptable plan for that day or period
LATE WORK POLICY
Late work may be turned in within one week of being assigned without a “Due Date Extension” Form. Late work that will be turned in after one week must be accompanied by a “due Date Extension” form that has been approved by the teacher of the class. “Due Date Extensions” will not go beyond the end to the midterm or the end of the term.
MIDTERM AND FINALS MAKE-UP POLICY
Make-ups for midterm and final exams will ONLY be permitted with a doctor’s note documenting student illness.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY AND PLAGIARISM
Academic Honor Code
We expect students to pursue their studies with integrity and honesty. Therefore, all students should know that incidents of academic dishonesty are taken very seriously. When students are caught cheating or plagiarizing, a process is begun that may result in severe consequences. It is important to your academic success that you know what constitutes academic dishonesty at Delta High School.
Academic Dishonesty
The two most common kinds of academic dishonesty are cheating and plagiarism. Cheating is the act of obtaining or attempting to obtain credit for academic work through the use of dishonest, deceptive or fraudulent means (see examples below). Plagiarism is representing the work of someone else as your own and submitting it for any purpose (see examples below).
It is your responsibility to know what constitutes academic dishonesty. As a student at Delta High School, you are expected to refrain from the behavior outlined below. If you are unclear about a specific situation, speak to your instructor. The following list exemplifies some of the activities defined as academic dishonesty:
Cheating
Background:
While respecting individual expression through dress, Delta High School has always followed State Education Code:
California State Education Code (the laws that govern public schools and students) states that students must conduct themselves in such a manner that does not distract or disrupt learning and is not hazardous to the health and safety of others.
Many students have asked what exactly does this part of the education code mean, in other words how does this part of the Education Code apply to dress and what is Delta’s dress code. Listed below are the guidelines of the Delta Dress Code:
These guidelines are few but specific. Please respect them so that Delta High School will continue to be a school that supports appropriate freedom of expression.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY
Delta High School operates with an underlying assumption that its students cannot be fully committed to securing a productive and prosperous future while abusing either legal or controlled substances.
Delta High School establishes the following standards and procedures
regarding student use of drugs and alcohol:
Students will not have access to their cell phone/communication devices during their school day. Upon arriving to school, students will turn in their devices into the “Cell Hotel” which will be locked during the day. Students will pick up their phones when they leave campus for the day.
COMPUTER USE POLICY
Delta provides Internet access for all students and will be a standard feature of every Delta computer. The purpose of providing Internet access at school is to enhance the delivery of educational material and communication and to serve as an essential tool for student research projects. In addition to access to the Internet, students will be provided with access to software programs to increase their understanding of technology while learning. All students are expected to follow the Computer Use Rules posted in the classrooms and as explained by the Delta staff. Failure to do so will result in CFRs and/or behavior contracts. All parents and students will be required to sign an Acceptable Computer Use Agreement that was adapted from Santa Cruz City Schools.
MULTIPLE JURISDICTIONS FOR DELTA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ON THE CABRILLO CAMPUS
All Delta High School students are under three simultaneous jurisdictions regarding disruptive and/or illegal behavior: Delta High School (including California State Education Code), Cabrillo College and the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department. Delta High School is primarily responsible for most behavior consequences, but both Cabrillo College and the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department may have their own consequences as well for any disruptive or illegal activity occurring on the Cabrillo campus. Behaviors relating to possession of drugs (including alcohol), violence or vandalism are routinely referred to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department. Any behavior referred to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department will also be examined by Cabrillo College. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department may charge individuals and Cabrillo College may render its own consequences, including up to expulsion from the entire college. Since Delta High School is fully located on the Cabrillo College campus, students expelled from the Cabrillo College campus will also be expelled from Delta High School.
Cabrillo College Campus Rules
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY
REQUIRED CREDITS for students entering Delta in 10th grade:
English 30
Social Studies 30
Science 20
Mathematics* 25
Physical Education 20
Health 5
Fine Arts/Visual Arts, Applied Arts/World Languages/CTE 10
Career and Guidance/Exploring Life’s Options 30
Electives 25
Total: 195
REQUIRED CREDITS for students entering Delta in 11th grade:
English 30
Social Studies 30
Science 20
Mathematics* 25
Physical Education 20
Health 5
Fine Arts/Visual Arts, Applied Arts/World Languages/CTE 10
Career and Guidance/Exploring Life’s Options 20
Electives 35
Total: 195
REQUIRED CREDITS for students entering Delta in 12th grade:
English 30
Social Studies 30
Science 20
Mathematics* 25
Physical Education 20
Health 5
Fine Arts/Visual Arts, Applied Arts/World Languages/CTE 10
Career and Guidance/Exploring Life’s Options 10
Electives 45
Total: 195
*Completion of the Algebra 1 requirement is demonstrated through the completion of Math 1 and Math 2.
*Math must be taken consistently until all credits are completed and the student assesses into college level math.
Options to earn P.E. credits:
Options to earn Exploring Life’s Options (ELO) hours
A minimum of 15 ELO hours per semester must be completed:
Parent Requirements:
FAQs for Parents
1. How can I contact my student during the school day?
The best way to contact your students is to call the front office at 831-477-5212. If it is an emergency, we will give the message to your student immediately. Students cell phones will be unavailable for students during their school day.
2. Where do I find the Delta and Cabrillo calendars?
Starting the first week of school, you will find links to both the Delta and the Cabrillo calendars on the Delta website: www.deltaschool.org
3. How do parents get access to Infinite Campus?
Infinite Campus (IC) is the student tracking system that students, parents, and teachers use to keep updated about academic progress and attendance. An office staff employee will supply access information and log-in. Log-in information will be available beginning with the Graduation Plan meetings on the first day of school. After that a parent may come into the office and request access information.
4. How does the am/pm/hybrid/hybrid schedule work?
AM classes are from 8:00-11:55 and PM classes are from 12:00-3:55. Hybrid schedules are only permitted if a student is taking a Cabrillo class that does not fit within the AM/PM Delta schedule or if Delta’s administration approves for other reasons. Hybrid means having some am classes and some pm classes.
5. How does my student take Cabrillo classes?
Starting in Spring 2015 tuition fees are waived for high school students. Mandatory fees still apply.
In order to enroll in Cabrillo classes, students must follow the necessary steps:
6. How does a student earn Career and Guidance credits?
Students can earn Career and Guidance (CG) credits through the following ways:
7. How does my student complete PE credits through Delta?
8. What is ELO and how does my student receive credits?
Delta High School offers a shortened school day and therefore expects students to complete a minimum of 15 hours of Exploring Life’s Options (ELO) activities each semester. These activities are to help students engage in the community, grow and learn about options that can help them find their passions. Many ELOs are listed on the Delta website. Here are some ways students can gain ELO through a variety of options:
ELOs that fulfill specific graduation requirements (# of credits vary depending on program):
Opportunities to gain ELO credit through Advisory Class (2 credits maximum):
Independent Projects to accrue ELO credit in Core Classes:
9. How does my student obtain classwork when they are sick?
Parents and students should first check any online resources such as a teacher’s blog. Parents can call the office and request work for their student. The materials will be ready within 24 hours to be picked up in the office.
10. How can my student earn credits if they will be out of school for several days?
If a student is absent due to illness they will be given time to make-up assignments and will receive assistance from their classroom teacher and in Directed Studies.
If a student will be absent, for more than 2 days, due to an unavoidable family commitment, the student and parents can meet with the principal, to develop a “Short-Term Independent Studies” contract which will allow them to earn participation points and receive, at the teacher’s discretion, assignments to complete. Any missed work will need to be made up when they return.
11. How can my student earn credit for activities done away from school?
Delta recognizes and supports opportunities to learn beyond the Delta classroom. If a student would like to receive credit for activities beyond ELO (Exploring Life’s Options), a proposal must be developed with the student’s advisor with approval from the principal. The plan must be approved before the activities begin.
12. Can students take extra classes to make up deficiencies?
Students may take extra classes to make up deficiencies as long as there is space available in the extra classes. Delta students are encouraged to take Cabrillo classes to make up credits because students will receive triple the credit on their high school transcript.
13. What is the difference between accelerated credit and extra credit?
Accelerated credit is for students who are excelling at Delta and has strong percentages. Students may earn above 100% is classes (and therefore additional credits) by taking on additional assignments. Extra credit is for students to make up for points that they lost out on either due to absences or low scores on assignments/tests.
14. What is Directed Studies?
All direct instruction students are scheduled into a Directed Studies class Monday-Thursday. Directed Studies (DS) is a time that students can receive individualized help with their homework. This is a class that students not only can receive academic help, but assistance with time management and organization in order to excel in the classroom. Students track their academic progress weekly and develop to-do lists that help them prioritize their assignments.
15. What does it mean to be an Academic Student of Concern?
Delta expects that all students will work to their fullest academic potential at all times. Students are expected to earn at least 84% in each class. If they are below, the student is noted as a “Student of Concern” and the student is assisted, in Directed Studies, in developing and completing an improvement plan.
16. Is it possible for my student to transfer back to their former high school to graduate with their friends?
Delta has different graduation requirements than other schools. So, although it is possible to transfer back to the former school, it becomes difficult to do so. If you would like to know if the former high school will accept a student back, contact the former high school to schedule a meeting and bring a copy of the student’s transcript.
17. What is the process to graduate early?
If a student is on track to complete their high school credits early, they are encouraged to remain a Delta student and co-enroll in Cabrillo classes until their graduation date. If a student would like to be an early graduate, then meetings with the student, parent/guardian, advisor, academic counselor, RSP teacher (if applicable) and counselor (if applicable) need to be held to discuss an early graduation plan. Agreement between all parties is necessary before a student will be allowed to graduate early.
18. Can Delta students go straight to 4-year college after graduating?
Delta is not an A-G school and does not provide grades. Because of this, all Delta students usually attend a Community College before transferring to a CSU or UC.
19. Who do I call if I have a question or concern about my student?
Please contact your student’s advisor first with any concerns. If the advisor is not able to help, they will research the answer and get back to you, or direct you to the person who can help you the best.
20. Does my student need a Cabrillo parking permit to park at school?
Yes, Delta students can obtain a daily parking permit for $4.00/day at the Parking Permit machine by the sheriffs’ office. If a student is co-enrolled in a Cabrillo class, students may purchase a semester parking pass for $40.00 in the Student Affairs Office in SAC East. Student must show a photo ID card to purchase a semester parking pass. Free parking is also available on Soquel Drive, but parking is very limited.
MONDAY / TUESDAY / WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY
1 8:00 - 9:15
2 9:20 - 10:35
3 10:40 - 11:55
4 12:00 - 1:15
5 1:20 - 2:35
6 2:40 - 3:55
FRIDAY
1 9:30-10:15
2 10:20-11:35
3 11:40-12:55
PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE WITHIN 24 HOURS IF YOUR STUDENT IS ABSENT FROM SCHOOL
831-477-5212
Delta High School at Cabrillo Attendance Policies
EXCUSED ABSENCES:
- Illness or injury (doctor’s note is required for more than 3 days)
- A major illness in the student’s immediate family
- Doctor / Dentist Appointment (note required from medical professional)
- Court appearance (note required from court)
- Suspension from school
- Funerals
- College visits
- School-related internships, including Food What!? work study programs
- Community service projects approved by school administrators
- Field Trips
Absence for any other reason than those listed in the section titled “Excused Absences” will be considered unexcused, even with parent/guardian verification. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Vacation
- Oversleeping
- Car trouble, out of gas, missed bus, traffic, or traffic citation
- Drivers test
- Child care
- Out-of-town visitors
- Wedding
- Personal/Business reason
- Being on campus, but not in class without teacher permission
Absence/Tardy breakdown:
3 unexcused tardies per week = 1 unexcused absence = 1 Academic Recovery Class (ARC)
3 ARCs in a quarter may result in an Attendance contract
1 unexcused absence per week = 1 unexcused absence = 1 ARC
3 unexcused absences per week = Attendance Contract + ARC until contract is completed
1 cut = Attendance Contract + ARC until contract is completed
*Attendance contract = 21 day contract outlining specific steps to follow.
Final Attendance contract = outlining specific steps to follow to successfully complete contract.
*If students break their ATTENDANCE CONTRACT they may enter the exit process.
Attendance Contracts include the following:
- 21 school days in length
- Outline specific attendance behaviors to avoid in order to successfully complete the contract
- Signed by principal or dean/parent/student/advisor
- Can be amended during contract period
- Written to meet individual student’s needs
- Students on senior contracts risk being exited for poor attendance
- Allotted 1 five (5) minute bathroom break per day
- Students who exceed the five minute bathroom allotment will be issued 1 ARC
- Students who have more than 5 bathroom breaks in a week will attend ARC
Students are to remain within the “Delta Boundaries” during their required attendance hours. Delta boundaries are the 1190 Building, the walkway to the bathrooms by the football fields, and the bathrooms.
BEHAVIOR POLICIES
Students are expected to show respect for others, follow school rules, and behave in such a manner as to not disrupt the learning process for other students. Inappropriate behavior may result in a Call for Resolution (CFR). A warning may or may not be issued before a CFR is given. A CFR documents a staff member’s concern, which needs to be discussed and resolved with the student before they return to class. Suspensions may lead to behavior contracts. However, students earning suspensions who are not on behavior contracts may be moved directly to final contracts in certain cases.
STEPS TAKEN WHEN BEHAVIOR POLICIES ARE VIOLATED:
Step #1 – Call for Resolution (CFR):
Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor to discuss how to resolve the CFR. If their advisor has issued to CFR, the student may meet with another staff member for support in resolving the CFR. It is the student’s responsibility to resolve the CFR to the teacher’s satisfaction before the next class meeting. Students who refuse to resolve a CFR will be asked to meet with the counselor and may be considered for exit from Delta. CFRs are not limited to behavior in the classroom. A staff member may issue a CFR at any time while on school grounds. The staff member issuing the CFR out of class establishes the conditions under which the CFR may be resolved.
Students may be issued a CFR for inappropriate behavior at any time when present on school grounds. The staff person issuing the CFR outside of class establishes the conditions under which the CFR may be resolved.
Step #2 – Behavior Contract:
If a student receives two CFRs during the same term, the student will be required to develop a behavior contract to support improved behavior and a parent conference will be held with the student’s advisor.
Step #3 – Exit from Delta with an Opportunity to Appeal:
Students violating behavior contracts are placed in the exit process. Students in the exit process have the right to appeal the decision by writing a letter and presenting it to the Delta staff. Parents/guardians are required to attend. If the recommendation from staff is that Delta is not the right fit, the student will be told under what conditions s/he/they may reapply and be given assistance in finding another school setting. If the student’s appeal is approved, the student will return on a 21-day Final Behavior Contract. Only one appeal per term will be permitted.
Step #4 – Final Behavior Contract:
If a student breaks a Final Behavior contract, then the student may be recommended to find another educational setting.
If a student chooses to not resolve a CFR before the next class meeting, s/he/they is required to work in a specified location as deemed by the Principal or Dean during the period the CFR occurred and must meet with the principal or school counselor. Failure to meet with the principal or counselor will result in the student being placed on a behavior contract. If the student is currently on a behavior contract, and refuses to meet with the principal or school counselor, they will be put in the exit process. If the student is currently on a final contract, they may be exited.
SAFE PLACE POLICY
At Delta High School, the highest priority is keeping the school safe for all students to learn and grow. In order to keep Delta High School a safe place for students, the following will be enforced:
- No drug/alcohol or party talk
- Delta is a drug/alcohol free school
- No hate speech/inappropriate language
- Classrooms will be left clean and orderly
- Students will not stand or congregate on walkways
- NO “DRAMA”
DELTA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS RULES
Students are expected to treat others in the Delta community with respect and contribute to a non-disruptive learning environment. The following rules reflect the importance of supporting a learning environment that is safe, clean and respectful.
To maintain safe environment for all students, students are expected to;
- Refrain from gang oriented behavior
- Not bring pocket knives, box cutters or other items that could be used as a weapon
- Refrain from threatening others and hate speech
- Wear clothing that does not reflect drug references or drug use (i.e. candy bead bracelets)
- Follow all guidelines for use of computers, social media, and school issued email accounts
- Actively participate in class
- Remove sunglasses or hoods
- Keep cell phone in cell tower throughout the school day
- Abstain from drug and alcohol use at school
- Follow teacher directions
- Ask permission to listen to music
- Refrain from public displays of affection (like kissing or sitting on laps)
- Refrain from drug or party talk
- Support and engage in class activities
- Steal school or personal property
- Eat food or have beverages in class (unless permitted by teacher)
- Leave trash/recycling/spills from food or drinks in class
- Have food or drink at computer stations
- Lay on/put feet on furniture, sit on tables (students are expected to sit in chairs without tipping back)
- Tag, write or draw on school property
- Damage or misuse school property in any way
Delta students are expected to make their best effort to grow and achieve academically at all times. If a student is unable to make their best effort for a particular class period or day, they are to notify the teacher and agree upon an acceptable plan for that day or period
LATE WORK POLICY
Late work may be turned in within one week of being assigned without a “Due Date Extension” Form. Late work that will be turned in after one week must be accompanied by a “due Date Extension” form that has been approved by the teacher of the class. “Due Date Extensions” will not go beyond the end to the midterm or the end of the term.
MIDTERM AND FINALS MAKE-UP POLICY
Make-ups for midterm and final exams will ONLY be permitted with a doctor’s note documenting student illness.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY AND PLAGIARISM
Academic Honor Code
We expect students to pursue their studies with integrity and honesty. Therefore, all students should know that incidents of academic dishonesty are taken very seriously. When students are caught cheating or plagiarizing, a process is begun that may result in severe consequences. It is important to your academic success that you know what constitutes academic dishonesty at Delta High School.
Academic Dishonesty
The two most common kinds of academic dishonesty are cheating and plagiarism. Cheating is the act of obtaining or attempting to obtain credit for academic work through the use of dishonest, deceptive or fraudulent means (see examples below). Plagiarism is representing the work of someone else as your own and submitting it for any purpose (see examples below).
It is your responsibility to know what constitutes academic dishonesty. As a student at Delta High School, you are expected to refrain from the behavior outlined below. If you are unclear about a specific situation, speak to your instructor. The following list exemplifies some of the activities defined as academic dishonesty:
Cheating
- Copying, in part or in whole, from someone else's writing, test, exam, project, or paper
- Submitting work presented previously in another course, unless approved by the teacher
- Altering or interfering with grading
- During an exam or other class activity, using or consulting any sources, electronic equipment, including cell phones and PDAs, or materials unless approved by the instructor
- Committing other acts that defraud or misrepresent
- Incorporating the ideas, words, phrases, sentences, paragraphs or parts of another person's writings, without giving appropriate credit, and representing the product as your own
- Representing another's artistic or scholarly works such as musical compositions, computer programs, photographs, paintings, drawings or sculptures as your own
- Submitting a paper purchased from a research or term paper service, including the internet;
- Undocumented Web source usage.
- Purposely allowing another student to copy from your paper during a test
- Giving or selling your homework, term paper or other academic work to another student to plagiarize
- Having another person submit any work in your name
- Lying or misrepresenting your work to a teacher to improve your grade
- Stealing tests
- Forging signatures on documents
- Students should be advised of class rules, especially any rules that are particular to individual teachers, before earning consequences for breaking them.
- Teachers are expected to treat students with respect, even as they are issuing warnings and/or CFRs.
- Students who wish to change school rules should turn in a written proposal to a student government representative or staff member, and may be asked to attend a staff meeting to discuss the proposed changes. Students who submit written proposals for rule changes deserve a prompt follow-up response by Delta staff and/or student government.
- Students who need assistance in resolving conflicts with staff or students may request help from any staff member.
Background:
While respecting individual expression through dress, Delta High School has always followed State Education Code:
California State Education Code (the laws that govern public schools and students) states that students must conduct themselves in such a manner that does not distract or disrupt learning and is not hazardous to the health and safety of others.
Many students have asked what exactly does this part of the education code mean, in other words how does this part of the Education Code apply to dress and what is Delta’s dress code. Listed below are the guidelines of the Delta Dress Code:
- State law requires that students wear shoes at all times
- Shirts, pants and/or skirts/dresses will be worn at all times
- Excessive exposure of the body or visible under garments, as determined by staff, is not acceptable
- Any apparel, including emblems, buttons, belts, hats, or other ornamentation which is profane, represents sex, drugs or alcohol or is gang or violence related is not acceptable
- Student can amend their dress
- Student can change clothes
- Student can go home to change
These guidelines are few but specific. Please respect them so that Delta High School will continue to be a school that supports appropriate freedom of expression.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY
Delta High School operates with an underlying assumption that its students cannot be fully committed to securing a productive and prosperous future while abusing either legal or controlled substances.
Delta High School establishes the following standards and procedures
regarding student use of drugs and alcohol:
- All students are required to sign Delta’s Discipline Agreement, which includes the school’s objective to create a drug- and alcohol-free environment. This includes, but is not restricted to, time in class, during school trips, and when present on the Delta/Cabrillo campus.
- At the time of admission, students are assumed to be free of chemical dependencies, in treatment for chemical dependencies, or under medical supervision for prescribed use.
- Students found to be under the influence of narcotics, opiates, prescription (drugs not recommended by a physician), designer drugs, or chemicals may be suspended from school. Parents/guardians will be notified. Students not recommended for exit/expulsion will be required to sign a Final Behavior Contract outlining the terms of their continued enrollment at Delta High School. Any further violation of school drug policy will result in the student being considered for exit/expulsion from Delta High School. If exited/expelled, students will be informed of the specific conditions necessary to reapply.
- Students found to be under the influence or in possession of alcohol or marijuana at school may be suspended and parents/guardians will be notified. In order to return to school, students will be required to sign a Final Contract with the understanding that further violation of the school drug policy may result in the student being considered for exit/expulsion from Delta High School. If exited/expelled, students will be informed of specific conditions necessary to reapply.
Students will not have access to their cell phone/communication devices during their school day. Upon arriving to school, students will turn in their devices into the “Cell Hotel” which will be locked during the day. Students will pick up their phones when they leave campus for the day.
COMPUTER USE POLICY
Delta provides Internet access for all students and will be a standard feature of every Delta computer. The purpose of providing Internet access at school is to enhance the delivery of educational material and communication and to serve as an essential tool for student research projects. In addition to access to the Internet, students will be provided with access to software programs to increase their understanding of technology while learning. All students are expected to follow the Computer Use Rules posted in the classrooms and as explained by the Delta staff. Failure to do so will result in CFRs and/or behavior contracts. All parents and students will be required to sign an Acceptable Computer Use Agreement that was adapted from Santa Cruz City Schools.
MULTIPLE JURISDICTIONS FOR DELTA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ON THE CABRILLO CAMPUS
All Delta High School students are under three simultaneous jurisdictions regarding disruptive and/or illegal behavior: Delta High School (including California State Education Code), Cabrillo College and the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department. Delta High School is primarily responsible for most behavior consequences, but both Cabrillo College and the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department may have their own consequences as well for any disruptive or illegal activity occurring on the Cabrillo campus. Behaviors relating to possession of drugs (including alcohol), violence or vandalism are routinely referred to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department. Any behavior referred to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department will also be examined by Cabrillo College. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Department may charge individuals and Cabrillo College may render its own consequences, including up to expulsion from the entire college. Since Delta High School is fully located on the Cabrillo College campus, students expelled from the Cabrillo College campus will also be expelled from Delta High School.
Cabrillo College Campus Rules
- Students are expected to remain on Delta’s side of the Cabrillo campus, within the designated perimeter, during Delta’s required hours.
- California Education Code prohibits all students, regardless of age, from smoking on campus, which includes Cabrillo.
- Skateboarding is not allowed. Students may use it as a form of transportation in the parking lot following all traffic laws. Students not obeying this rule will be cited and fined by the sheriff.
- While walking across campus, students need to be respectful and quiet.
- The bathrooms to be used by Delta students are the adjacent to building 1190.
- During Delta school hours, students can only use the Cabrillo computer labs, library, and learning center as directed by Delta staff.
- Free parking is available at Twin Lakes Church or on Soquel Drive. Delta students may obtain a daily parking permit for $4.00/day at the Parking Permit machine by the Sheriff’s office. If a student is co-enrolled in a Cabrillo class, students may purchase a semester parking pass for $40.00 in the Student Affairs Office in SAC East. Student must show a photo ID card to purchase a semester parking pass.
- Students may be cited by the Sheriff’s Department for unsafe driving.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY
REQUIRED CREDITS for students entering Delta in 10th grade:
English 30
Social Studies 30
Science 20
Mathematics* 25
Physical Education 20
Health 5
Fine Arts/Visual Arts, Applied Arts/World Languages/CTE 10
Career and Guidance/Exploring Life’s Options 30
Electives 25
Total: 195
REQUIRED CREDITS for students entering Delta in 11th grade:
English 30
Social Studies 30
Science 20
Mathematics* 25
Physical Education 20
Health 5
Fine Arts/Visual Arts, Applied Arts/World Languages/CTE 10
Career and Guidance/Exploring Life’s Options 20
Electives 35
Total: 195
REQUIRED CREDITS for students entering Delta in 12th grade:
English 30
Social Studies 30
Science 20
Mathematics* 25
Physical Education 20
Health 5
Fine Arts/Visual Arts, Applied Arts/World Languages/CTE 10
Career and Guidance/Exploring Life’s Options 10
Electives 45
Total: 195
*Completion of the Algebra 1 requirement is demonstrated through the completion of Math 1 and Math 2.
*Math must be taken consistently until all credits are completed and the student assesses into college level math.
Options to earn P.E. credits:
- Cabrillo Kinesiology or Dance classes
- Gym membership and keeping a time card of hours at the gym
- Formal lessons/classes of dance, karate, aikido or similar activities and keeping a time card of hours
- Parks and Recreation classes that are physical fitness oriented
Options to earn Exploring Life’s Options (ELO) hours
A minimum of 15 ELO hours per semester must be completed:
- Courses that fulfill specific graduation requirements (# of credits vary depending on program):
- ROP Classes
- Science Camp
- Driver’s Education
- Food What?!
- Teen Kitchen
- Cabrillo Classes
- Adult Education Classes
- Opportunities to gain credit through Advisory Class (2 credits maximum):
- Workshops
- Performances
- Community Service
- Internships
- Community Classes
- Parks and Recreation Classes
- Job Shadows
- Fundraisers
- Independent Projects to accrue credit in Core Classes:
- Community involvement or project that is directly related to a Core Class
- Teacher and student work out an agreement between themselves
Parent Requirements:
- Attend all Advisor meetings
- Attend a minimum of 5 monthly Parent meetings
- Donations and/or Contributions
- Follow Delta High School’s Attendance Policy including the student attending College and Career night and a full day college visit
- Respect and support all Academic, ELO and Career Exploration activities Delta High School provides
- Follow student’s cell phone policy. If you need to contact your student, call the front office
- Require your student to work to their full academic potential each and every day
- Communicate any concerns with the Principal or student’s advisor immediately
FAQs for Parents
1. How can I contact my student during the school day?
The best way to contact your students is to call the front office at 831-477-5212. If it is an emergency, we will give the message to your student immediately. Students cell phones will be unavailable for students during their school day.
2. Where do I find the Delta and Cabrillo calendars?
Starting the first week of school, you will find links to both the Delta and the Cabrillo calendars on the Delta website: www.deltaschool.org
3. How do parents get access to Infinite Campus?
Infinite Campus (IC) is the student tracking system that students, parents, and teachers use to keep updated about academic progress and attendance. An office staff employee will supply access information and log-in. Log-in information will be available beginning with the Graduation Plan meetings on the first day of school. After that a parent may come into the office and request access information.
4. How does the am/pm/hybrid/hybrid schedule work?
AM classes are from 8:00-11:55 and PM classes are from 12:00-3:55. Hybrid schedules are only permitted if a student is taking a Cabrillo class that does not fit within the AM/PM Delta schedule or if Delta’s administration approves for other reasons. Hybrid means having some am classes and some pm classes.
5. How does my student take Cabrillo classes?
Starting in Spring 2015 tuition fees are waived for high school students. Mandatory fees still apply.
In order to enroll in Cabrillo classes, students must follow the necessary steps:
- Fill out the Cabrillo application (high school students need to do this for every semester they would like to attend Cabrillo).
- Obtain a Cabrillo ID#.
- Take Cabrillo’s online orientation (if student wants to take Math or English).
- Take Cabrillo’s math and English assessments (if student wants to take Math or English).
- Obtain Advisor/Academic Counselor permission to approve the course.
- Fill out a Concurrent Enrollment Form and turn into Cabrillo’s Admissions office.
- Register for class(es) via Webadvisor.
- Pay for mandatory fees at the college bank or through Webadvisor.
6. How does a student earn Career and Guidance credits?
Students can earn Career and Guidance (CG) credits through the following ways:
- Direct instruction students will receive up to 3 CG credits through their Advisory class. Two of these credits are earned by completing 30 hours (per semester) of Exploring Life’s Options through community service.
- 11th and 12th graders will take a CG course at Delta and receive college credit.
- Students can take a Cabrillo class and earn triple the credit on a high school transcript. Cabrillo classes may be assigned to CG if other credit categories have already been satisfied.
- Students may earn CG credits by taking a Cyber High class. Cyber High offers online classes for high school students.
7. How does my student complete PE credits through Delta?
- Students can take PE at Delta and obtain up to 2 credits per semester.
- Cabrillo Kinesiology or Dance classes.
- Gym membership and keeping a time card of hours at the gym.
- Formal lessons/classes of dance, karate, aikido or similar activities and keeping a time card of hours.
- Parks and Recreation classes that are physical fitness oriented.
8. What is ELO and how does my student receive credits?
Delta High School offers a shortened school day and therefore expects students to complete a minimum of 15 hours of Exploring Life’s Options (ELO) activities each semester. These activities are to help students engage in the community, grow and learn about options that can help them find their passions. Many ELOs are listed on the Delta website. Here are some ways students can gain ELO through a variety of options:
ELOs that fulfill specific graduation requirements (# of credits vary depending on program):
- ROP Classes
- Science Camp
- Driver’s Education
- Food What?!
- Teen Kitchen
- Cabrillo Classes
- Adult Education Classes
Opportunities to gain ELO credit through Advisory Class (2 credits maximum):
- Workshops
- Performances
- Community Service
- Internships
- Community Classes
- Parks and Recreation Classes
- Job Shadows
- Fundraisers
Independent Projects to accrue ELO credit in Core Classes:
- Community involvement or project that is directly related to a Core Class
- Teacher and student work out an agreement between themselves
9. How does my student obtain classwork when they are sick?
Parents and students should first check any online resources such as a teacher’s blog. Parents can call the office and request work for their student. The materials will be ready within 24 hours to be picked up in the office.
10. How can my student earn credits if they will be out of school for several days?
If a student is absent due to illness they will be given time to make-up assignments and will receive assistance from their classroom teacher and in Directed Studies.
If a student will be absent, for more than 2 days, due to an unavoidable family commitment, the student and parents can meet with the principal, to develop a “Short-Term Independent Studies” contract which will allow them to earn participation points and receive, at the teacher’s discretion, assignments to complete. Any missed work will need to be made up when they return.
11. How can my student earn credit for activities done away from school?
Delta recognizes and supports opportunities to learn beyond the Delta classroom. If a student would like to receive credit for activities beyond ELO (Exploring Life’s Options), a proposal must be developed with the student’s advisor with approval from the principal. The plan must be approved before the activities begin.
12. Can students take extra classes to make up deficiencies?
Students may take extra classes to make up deficiencies as long as there is space available in the extra classes. Delta students are encouraged to take Cabrillo classes to make up credits because students will receive triple the credit on their high school transcript.
13. What is the difference between accelerated credit and extra credit?
Accelerated credit is for students who are excelling at Delta and has strong percentages. Students may earn above 100% is classes (and therefore additional credits) by taking on additional assignments. Extra credit is for students to make up for points that they lost out on either due to absences or low scores on assignments/tests.
14. What is Directed Studies?
All direct instruction students are scheduled into a Directed Studies class Monday-Thursday. Directed Studies (DS) is a time that students can receive individualized help with their homework. This is a class that students not only can receive academic help, but assistance with time management and organization in order to excel in the classroom. Students track their academic progress weekly and develop to-do lists that help them prioritize their assignments.
15. What does it mean to be an Academic Student of Concern?
Delta expects that all students will work to their fullest academic potential at all times. Students are expected to earn at least 84% in each class. If they are below, the student is noted as a “Student of Concern” and the student is assisted, in Directed Studies, in developing and completing an improvement plan.
16. Is it possible for my student to transfer back to their former high school to graduate with their friends?
Delta has different graduation requirements than other schools. So, although it is possible to transfer back to the former school, it becomes difficult to do so. If you would like to know if the former high school will accept a student back, contact the former high school to schedule a meeting and bring a copy of the student’s transcript.
17. What is the process to graduate early?
If a student is on track to complete their high school credits early, they are encouraged to remain a Delta student and co-enroll in Cabrillo classes until their graduation date. If a student would like to be an early graduate, then meetings with the student, parent/guardian, advisor, academic counselor, RSP teacher (if applicable) and counselor (if applicable) need to be held to discuss an early graduation plan. Agreement between all parties is necessary before a student will be allowed to graduate early.
18. Can Delta students go straight to 4-year college after graduating?
Delta is not an A-G school and does not provide grades. Because of this, all Delta students usually attend a Community College before transferring to a CSU or UC.
19. Who do I call if I have a question or concern about my student?
Please contact your student’s advisor first with any concerns. If the advisor is not able to help, they will research the answer and get back to you, or direct you to the person who can help you the best.
20. Does my student need a Cabrillo parking permit to park at school?
Yes, Delta students can obtain a daily parking permit for $4.00/day at the Parking Permit machine by the sheriffs’ office. If a student is co-enrolled in a Cabrillo class, students may purchase a semester parking pass for $40.00 in the Student Affairs Office in SAC East. Student must show a photo ID card to purchase a semester parking pass. Free parking is also available on Soquel Drive, but parking is very limited.