WELCOME TO ZILLAH HIGH SCHOOL
The purpose of this handbook is to provide students with the traditions and customs of Zillah High School and to acquaint them with the rules and regulations governing both the school and its organizations. An attempt has been made to incorporate all information pertinent to the school. For this reason it will serve as a reference book.
ZHS MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of the Zillah High School to foster the following:
1. The development of basic skills which promote self esteem and produce capable, adaptable, contributing citizens of family, community, national and global society, who possess a desire to continue their educational development throughout their lives.
2. The maintenance of an open environment, which encourages frequent, positive interactions and in which every individual is encouraged to participate responsibly in the decisions which affect their lives. This environment will be one in which social responsibility, and academic competence and excellence are emphasized.
3. Provide a safe, supportive environment where every student and staff member can achieve success.
VISION STATEMENT
E-4: EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE for EVERYONE, EVERYDAY!
ZILLAH HIGH SCHOOL STAFF
Office Staff Support Staff
Mike Torres-Principal Anna Eshelman-Staff Assistant
Rock Winters-Assistant Principal/AD Sandy Sheets-Custodian
Michael Harrington—Assistant Principal/AD Daniel Gonzalez-Custodian
John Griffin-Academic/Career Counselor Teri Slack-Staff Assistant
Tawnya Eller/Sarah Venn-Counselor Paula Uasike-Staff Assistant
Debbie Ekstrand-Secretary Bev Sevigny-Staff Assistant
Sandy Quigley-Attendance Secretary
Teaching Staff
Tracy Anderson-Math
Justin Irion-Alternative Education
Lynn Brant-English, Drama
Heather Calhoun-Math
Jodie Camarata-Business Education
Jessica Carter-Spanish
Jeff Charbonneau-Science
Mark Christianson-Social Studies
Cindy Fritz-English, Sports Medicine, Health
Grace Gabriel-English, Art
Kekoa Gabriel-Social Studies
Justin Irion-Zillah Alternative Program
Earl Holden-Media Specialist, Library
Ken Johnson-Science
Kathy Johnson-English, Physical Education
Kris Kuhnhenn-Special Education
Elsie Kushner-Music, Choral
Grant Masini-Science
Carol Nelson-Special Education
Mark Nelson-English
Robi Raab-Social Studies
Daniel Robillard-Physical Education
Jason Schoonover-Music, Band
Matt Toth-Math
Kellie Tveter-Agriculture Education
Mindi Winters-Health
ZHS ASB Executive Council Leaders 2007-08
Terry Scaife-President
Philip Hiemstra- Vice President
Rachelle Gay-Secretary
Glen Porter-Treasurer
Heather Masini, Kim Sevigny-ASB Events Commissioners
Katie Sealock-Senior Class (2008) President
Hannah Balash-Vice President
Kaycee Carpenter -Secretary
Perry Clark -Treasurer
Head Class Advisors: Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel
Ryan Walker-Junior Class (2009) President
Dallin Mansfield-Vice President
Annalee Davis-Secretary
Toria Michea-Treasurer
Head Class Advisors: Mrs. Anderson, Mr. Nelson
Sean Ekstrand-Sophomore Class (2010) President
Lauren Messmore-Vice President
Karoline Burnell-Secretary
Brianna Rhodes-Treasurer
Head Class Advisors: Mrs. Brant, Mrs. Camarata
Tierra Winckler-Freshman Class (2011) President
Matthew Hauck-Vice President
Abbie Ziegler-Secretary
Michelle Tynan-Treasurer
Head Class Advisors: Mrs. Carter
ARTICLE VII: Duties of ASB Executive Council Officers-Elected
A. President:
1. Oversees all ASB operations.
2. Presides over all business meetings and directs the work of the ASB.
3. Plans agendas with the advisor.
4. Official host of all assemblies.
5. Directs with the advisor operations of the ASB Executive Council
6. Appoints special committees
B. Vice-President
1. Assists the President in directing the activities of the ASB.
2. Serve as the presiding officer in the absence of the President.
3. Oversees all committee operations and approves committee reports prior to meetings.
4. Directs the nomination and election process for the ASB offices.
5. Performs other assigned duties that might pertain to the office.
6. Oversees the ASB community service (i.e. blood drive)
C. Secretary
1. Keeps and distributes minutes of all meetings
2. Receives, reports, and replies to ASB related correspondence
3. Produces and distributes meeting agendas
4. Updates the master calendar weekly for events, changes, and reports possible conflicts.
5. Places ASB items in the daily bulletin as needed or directed.
6. Plans and coordinates displays for the main hallway including bulletin boards and showcases.
7. Coordinates student of the month and info-line activities.
8. Performs other assigned duties that might pertain to the office.
D. Treasurer
1. Obtains monthly financial data from the Central ASB Treasurer
2. Reports to membership regarding financial status of the ASB including the production and distribution of financial statements
3. Accepts and reviews budgets from subordinate clubs and organizations
4. Operates the ASB Concessions project
5. Assists the Central ASB Treasurer with counting, balances and inventories following events including money counting as needed.
6. Assists with the ASB Purchase Order (PO) process
7. Performs other assigned duties that might pertain to the office
E. ASB Events Commissioners (2 positions)
1. Promote and plan activities that all students can participate in and that encourage a positive school climate, cause positive student-teacher interaction, and allow for entertainment and/or recreation opportunities for the organization.
2. Helps make the education process enjoyable whereby students look forward to attending school and school events.
3. Plans all assemblies with the President and Advisor.
4. Plans and coordinates all dances with Advisor and sponsoring group.
5. Performs other assigned duties that might pertain to the office.
ARTICLE X: Duties of Class Officers-
A. President:
1. Oversees the entire operation of the class
2. Presides over all business meetings and directs the work of the class
3. Plans agendas with the advisor.
4. Directs with the advisor operations of the Class Executive Council
5. Appoints special committees
6. Serves on the ASB Executive Committee
B. Vice-President
1. Assists the President in directing the activities of the class
2. Serve as the presiding officer in the absence of the President.
3. Oversees all committee operations and approves committee reports prior to meetings.
4. Performs other assigned duties that might pertain to the office
C. Secretary
1. Keeps and distributes minutes of all meetings
2. Receives, reports, and replies for class correspondence
3. Produces and distributes meeting agendas
4. Updates the master calendar for class events.
5. Places class items in the daily bulletin as needed or directed.
6. Serves as the media contact for the class.
7. Performs other assigned duties that might pertain to the office
D. Treasurer
1. Obtains monthly financial data from the Central ASB Treasurer.
2. Reports to class regarding financial status of the class including the production and distribution of financial statements.
3. Develops and submits an annual budget.
4. Works with class officers and advisor with the Purchase Order (PO) Process.
5. Performs other assigned duties that might pertain to the office.
A ZHS ASB or Class Officer must:
1. Be a full time ZHS Student and have at least 4 classes on campus each semester
2. Be a current ZHS ASB Card holder
3. Have at least a 3.0 GPA (accumulative)
4. Follow all codes of student conduct and behavior and while in office not be subject to any administrative disciplinary action (behavior or attendance).
5. Adhere to the entire drug, alcohol and tobacco polices established by the Zillah School District, WIAA and State of Washington governing participation in extra-curricular activities.
6. Be responsible for all work missed while gone from class on ASB business.
7. Be an exemplary good citizen in and out of school.
Note: First violation of #4 or #5 above will result in a one month suspension from office. Second violation will result in removal from office.
ACADEMICS
ACADEMIC AWARDS
Zillah High School is a member of the Renaissance program to recognize academic improvement and achievement. Renaissance is a partnership of students, faculty, administration, parents, community members, and businesses. To be eligible for these honors a student must be a full time equivalent student enrolled in ZHS and have 4 of their 5 classes letter graded each semester. A student who chooses to take more than one class on a Pass/Fail basis would be not be eligible for academic awards for the semester. With regard to the guidelines set by the ASB, the following are academic awards available each semester at Zillah High School.
I. Honor Rolls: An honor roll will be published each semester.
A. “A” Honor Roll: When a student earns a GPA of 3.50-4.00, the student will be recognized for the semester “A” Honor Roll.
B. “B” Honorary Honor Roll: When a student earns a GPA of 3.00-3.49, the student will be recognized for the semester “B” Honorary Honor Roll.
II. Academic Letters: These awards are given to a student for earning at least a 3.50 GPA each semester for one full year.
1. First year award: An old English Chenille “Z” letter
2. Second year award: 1st bar for letter
3. Third year award: 2nd bar for letter
4. Fourth year award: 3rd bar for letter
III. Senior Awards at Graduation:
1. Valedictorian and Salutatorian, Academic Top 10: Only ZHS seniors who will qualify for the honors diploma will be considered for the awards of Valedictorian or Salutatorian and/or Academic Top 10 Awards. To be eligible for Valedictorian or Salutatorian and/or ZHS Academic Top 10, students each year must have completed at least 4 of 5 classes as letter graded (A-F, no more than 1 pass/fail option may exist per semester). These award winners are chosen at the end of the winter semester of their senior year by the building principal. GPA, completed course work, Standardize Test Scores & citizenship are all considered. Student(s) must have completed 3 years at ZHS in order to be eligible. Also, only ZHS seniors who will qualify for the honors diploma will be considered for the awards of Valedictorian or Salutatorian.
2. Departmental Honor Award: Seniors who will have completed EIGHT Semesters in a Department at ZHS and have a least an average GPA of 3.5 or higher in that department, are eligible to apply for a special Departmental Honor Award to be given at the Parent-Senior Awards Brunch. The following Departments will offer awards based the above criteria plus:
English: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher, students must have completed at least 4 semesters of Honors English.
Math: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher, courses that count include: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus. No other Math courses qualify for this award.
Science: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher and 6 of the semesters must be in Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics
Social Studies: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher and 2 of the semesters must include Advanced or college prep courses such as Advanced US History, Psychology, Sociology.
Health/Fitness: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher and the student will have to completed at least 2 semesters each of their 4 years at ZHS.
Agriculture Education: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher
Business Education: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher
Fine Arts: 8 semesters with a 3.50 GPA or higher and the student will have to
completed at least 2 semesters each of their 4 years at ZHS.
Honors Diploma Requirements: As an incentive to encourage students to challenge themselves at Zillah High School, an Honors Diploma category has been established that goes beyond the state and local diploma requirements. Students earning this honor will be noted in the graduation program. Their diploma will have ‘HONORS’ added in the form of a gold embossed sticker and they will be allowed to wear the “HONORS STOLl.” Students to be considered for Valedictorian, Salutatorian, ZHS Academic Top 10 Awards or to complete their NHS requirements, must earn an honors diploma.
Requirements:
GPA: minimum 3.50 accumulative (check at spring mid-term)
Credits: 31 as a minimum to be completed by the final semester (check at spring mid-term)
Courses Required: Required to take 4 years (credits) in the core areas of:
English: with a minimum of 2 credits of honors English courses
Math: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus
Science: Only courses in the Science Department (SCI codes). No cross crediting allowed.
Social Studies: 4 credits minimum, (SOC codes)
Other Support Courses Recognized by Colleges:
Fine Arts: A minimum of 1 credit (MUS, ART, DRM codes)
Foreign Language: A minimum of 2 credits of a single foreign language.
Note: Running Start classes count as Honors level courses in any department.
Application: Students who qualify apply at the end of the Winter Semester of the senior year. If classes in progress are needed to qualify for this distinction, a final decision will be made using the mid term Spring Semester progress report. Only ZHS seniors who will qualify for the honors diploma will be considered for the awards of Valedictorian or Salutatorian.
ACADEMIC CAPABILITY POLICY
A plan to improve student responsibility and achievement
A student who is academically capable is one who passes all classes at each grading period at C or higher. The goal of ZHS is to assist all students to achieve a C or higher in all classes taken. When students are not successful, ZHS will initiate interventions to change the pattern of failure with a three-step Academic Capability Policy.
Student progress is checked at mid-term and at the end of each semester. Any student who fails 2 or more courses at the semester goes to STEP 1-Academic Alert.
STEP 1: Academic Alert: If a student is failing 2 or more courses at the end of a 6 week (mid-term or semester) grading period, the following takes place:
a. A counselor meets with student to review the unsatisfactory grade report. Together they try to identify student issues causing the problem.
b. A success planning sheet is reviewed by student and counselor. Possible actions that the student will take to improve their grades are identified.
c. A letter is sent to parents to notify them that their student’s grades are unsatisfactory and are placed on STEP 1. They receive a copy of the Academic Capability Policy, the progress report, and a success plan.
d. Students and parents are asked to make a commitment to change their approach to studies, to select those interventions that they will do within the next grading period, and to sign and return a copy of their plan to the counselor.
A student is removed from STEP 1 after a semester of passing all classes. If after being on STEP 1 the student has a semester report indicating that they are again failing 2 or more courses, they are placed at STEP 2. If they are still failing one, they remain on STEP 1.
STEP 2: Academic Probation: If a student for two consecutive grading periods has failed two or more classes, it indicates that their STEP #1 plan was unsatisfactory. To become successful in their academic work additional interventions now must take place:
a. A letter is sent home scheduling a student-parent-administrator conference is held to determine why the STEP #1 interventions were not successful.
b. At the conference new written learning plan (contract) is developed with the goal make changes in the students approach to studies in order to pass all classes at a C level or higher by the next grading period. All parties receive a copy of this new plan
c. The student will be required to make weekly grade checks each Thursday, bring the report home to be signed and return it on Friday.
d. As part of the STEP 2 contract, the student may be assigned to the Leopard Success Program which is available to provide academic support to struggling students either before or after school.
A student will be removed from STEP 2 after a semester of passing all classes. Should the student fail 1 course, they will remain on STEP 2 and continue the current success contract. Should a student fail two or more classes during a grading period while on STEP #2, a second parent conference will be held to renew needed interventions to become successful.
STEP 3: Academic Alternatives: Students who have failed 2 or more classes for two consecutive semesters and/or any ZHS student who falls off track to graduate with their class will be moved to STEP 3 until they are back on track for graduation.
Academic Alternatives will involve development of a new success plan/contract for the upcoming semester. The development of the Academic Alternative Placement plan will be written by the principal after consultation with the student and parent. A student will stay on STEP 3 until they have successfully completed the requirements of their success plan. A success plan may be modified as needed at the end of a semester by the principal. Possible alternatives and/or interventions could be but are not limited to:
· a modified ZHS schedule
· alternative school placement (Zillah Alternative Program-ZAP)
· Contracted learning
· co-enrollment in credit retrieval programs at student expense
· Student/family counseling
· Weekly monitoring by parent of students behavior, grades, attendance, etc
· transfer from ZHS to another high school
· enrollment in a GED program
· other placement and/or training opportunities to be determined
GRADING SYSTEM
The evaluation of student achievement is one of the most important functions of the teacher. Progress Reports are issued at mid term. The semester grade is the only permanent record of a student’s progress and credit towards graduation. It is the only grade used in official GPA calculations. To be eligible for academic honors and awards a student must be enrolled and letter graded in 4 of 5 classes each semester. The grade system is as follows:
A, A- Excellent Work
B+, B, B- Good Work
C+, C, C- Average Work
D+, D Poor Work
F Failed
P Passing (credit earned)
E Effort (grade used for Special Programs)
NC No Grade/No Credit (No GPA effect)
I Incomplete/No Credit
W Official Withdrawal No Credit
Students at ZHS may retake a course to improve their knowledge and/or improve their grade if
1. There is an agreement between student, teacher, parent and principal that this is a good choice.
2. There is room in the class and the repeating student does not bump out a student taking a course for the first time.
3. If the course is a graduation requirement, the credit earned can only be counted once for a specific graduation requirement.
4. If the student wishes to remove the lower grade, the grade is changed to NC no credit, but no credit can be claimed on the transcript when looking for GPA improvement. Credits for a course that is retaken/repeated to improve a grade may not count toward the credits required for graduation, unless both grades are included in the calculation of the GPA. Only if the student wants to count the grade twice will be credit be given twice.
WAC 180-57-070 Mandatory high school transcript contents: (viii) Credits attempted for courses taken more than once to improve a grade/mark may count only once toward the number of credits required for graduation, except that credits attempted for courses taken more than once to improve a grade may count toward the number of credits required for graduation on the condition that the letter grades earned for all attempts are included in the calculation of the student's grade point average. For the purpose of this subsection, districts and schools shall not convert letter grades to grades/marks not used in the grade point average calculation.
Students who take high school level courses at the 8th grade level will have the opportunity to have those grades and credits transferred to their high school transcript. This must be done during the first semester of their Freshman year. Once the transcript is issued for the freshman year, no further 8th grade credits can be added or removed to the permanent record.
(RCW 28A.230.090 High school graduation Credit for courses taken before attending high school) 4) If requested by the student and his or her family, a student who has completed high school courses before attending high school shall be given high school credit which shall be applied to fulfilling high school graduation requirements if:
(a) The course was taken with high school students, if the academic level of the course exceeds the requirements for seventh and eighth grade classes, and the student has successfully passed by completing the same course requirements and examinations as the high school students enrolled in the class; or
(b) The academic level of the course exceeds the requirements for seventh and eighth grade classes and the course would qualify for high school credit, because the course is similar or equivalent to a course offered at a high school in the district as determined by the school district board of directors.
(5) Students who have taken and successfully completed high school courses under the circumstances in subsection (4) of this section shall not be required to take an additional competency examination or perform any other additional assignment to receive credit.
GRADING SCALE
94-100 A
90-93 A-
87-89 B+
83-86 B
80-82 B-
77-79 C+
73-76 C
70-72 C-
67-69 D+
65-66 D
64-Below F
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS BEGINNING WITH THE ZHS CLASS OF 2008
CREDIT REQUIREMENTS (2 semesters = 1 credit)
English (A) 8 semesters (4 credits)
Mathematics 6 semesters (3 credits)
Science (B) 6 semesters ( 3 credits)
Social Studies (C) 6 semesters (3 credits )
Career & Technical Education (D) 4 semesters (2 credits)
Health & Fitness Education (E) 4 semesters (2 credits)
Fine, Visual, or Performing Arts (F) 2 semesters (1 credit)
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Total Required Classes 36 semesters (18 credits)
Elective Choices 20 semesters (10 credits)
PEARLS Senior Project* 2 semester (1 credit)
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Total Credits needed for Graduation 58 semesters (29 credits)
*Note: 1 credit will be granted upon successful completion of the PEARLS project during the Senior Year. This will satisfy the state requirement of a culminating project and the 13th year “High school and beyond” plan
**WASL Requirements: The Class of 2008 must pass WASL Reading, Writing and Math in order to earn both a high school diploma and a CAA. For students who did not pass the WASL Math, they must continue to attempt to take and pass the WASL Math test, but may earn a diploma by completing an additional 1.0 credit in Math for the senior year. This option would NOT earn a CAA.
Certificate of Academic Achievement (CAA): Students graduating from public high schools in Washington may earn the Certificate of Academic Achievement in addition to a diploma by passing the Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) Reading, Writing and Math exams on the by the end of high school.
Cross-Credit Options:
A. English: Applied Business Communications may meet local graduation requirements for one semester of Senior English for a non-college bound student.
B. Science: At least 2 semesters of science must be in a lab science such as courses in: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics. Some Agriscience courses may count towards general science credit and a few advanced Agriscience courses may count towards lab science credit. Students are recommended to take 8 semesters of Science at ZHS
C. Social Studies: Required courses included: Washington State History, Government & Geography (2 sem), United States History, Government and Geography (2 Sem) and Contemporary World, Geography and Problems (2 sem) Students are recommended to take 8 semesters of Social Studies.
D. Career & Technical Education This requirement may be completed by passing courses in: Agriculture, Business Education, Future Teacher, Work Based Learning, and Yakima Valley Technical Skills Center . Note: If any of these courses are taken as a cross credit option for another graduation requirement, it cannot also be counted towards meeting the Career & Technical education requirement.
E. Health & Fitness: Required course class: .5 credit in HEALTH. Other Health/Fitness courses may be chosen by the student. Playing two sports a year may be substituted for a Health/Fitness graduation requirement for up to a maximum of two years. If any Health/Fitness class is taken during the year, the student shall not also receive a Two Sport Credit.
F. Fine Arts: This requirement may be completed by passing courses in: Art, Band, Choir or Drama.
Enrollment and Placement:
Grade/class placement shall be based upon academic credits earned. Students and parents will be informed in June of progress towards graduation. The following number of credits (pre-PEARLS credits) indicate satisfactory progression towards graduation and reflect minimum grade/class standing in September of each school year.
Senior Class 20.5 or greater credits
Junior Class 13.0-20.0 Credits
Sophomore Class 5.5-12.5 Credits
Freshman Class 5.0 credits or less
PEARLS
The PEARLS (Portfolio of Essential Academic Requirements and Life Skills) project is a graduation requirement for all Zillah High School students. PEARLS meets the Washington State Board of Education’s requirement for completion of a culminating project and the 13th year “High School and Beyond” plan.
PROGRESS REPORTS AND TRANSCRIPTS
Progress reports will be available for students and parents at each mid-term. An official transcript will be issued at the end of each semester. Students and parents are urged to maintain communication with all classroom instructors with regards to student progress, needs, or concerns. Fines must be cleared before issuance of a transcript.
EARLY GRADUATION
Students that satisfy minimum graduation requirements prior to the regularly scheduled annual commencement exercises may petition the principal for a diploma at the completion of said requirements. The student may have the option of participating in the next regularly scheduled commencement exercises. (WAC 180-51-020).
MAKE UP CREDIT
Students who have failed courses and are behind on total graduation credits will be allowed to make up credits on their own time. The make up work must be from an accredited institution. All expenses of making up failed courses are the responsibility of the student. Approval of a credit retrieval plan by the principal is required before enrolling in any credit retrieval program.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY:
1. Candidates must have a minimum, accumulative grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
2. Candidates must be a member of the sophomore, junior, or senior class, and have been in attendance at Zillah High School for at least one semester.
3. Candidates must have demonstrated traits in areas of leadership, service and character as defined by the National Honor Society Constitution.
SELECTION: The candidates who meet the minimum 3.5 GPA will be subjectively evaluated in the areas of service, leadership, and character by the Zillah High School Faculty Committee appointed by the Principal. A definition page listing criteria of leadership, service, and character will be shared with the committee. The committee, with input from faculty will rate each candidate on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being high in these areas. The committee then makes recommendations for induction into the NHS to the Principal. Students not selected will have the right to appeal the recommendation to the Principal.
REQUIRED COURSE OF STUDY: The following course of study reflect entrance requirements for major colleges and universities in the State of Washington. NHS members are required to complete:
ENGLISH: 4 years;
MATH: 3 years, from any of these 4 courses: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus;
SOCIAL STUDIES: 3 years;
SCIENCE: 3 years from any of these courses: Physical Science, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, Advanced Biology, Principles of Technology, Advanced Chemistry, Physics.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE: 2 years of a single foreign language.
FINE ARTS: 1 year, music, art, drama.
NOTE: Students not following the recommended course of study shall have their National Honor Society membership status reviewed by the faculty committee. The student’s career plan will be reviewed. In addition the review will determine if the student has ceased to meet the selection criteria of GPA, leadership, character, and service.
RETENTION OF MEMBERSHIP: To remain in the ZHS chapter of National Honor Society, students must maintain the standards of GPA, leadership, service, and character. If a member’s GPA falls below a 3.5 for a semester, the student will be on probation and will have one semester to return the GPA to 3.5. Members failing to regain the 3.5 minimum GPA after a semester of probationary status will be dropped from membership. Students must also keep up with Honors Diploma requirements to maintain membership.
WAIVER REQUEST OF A GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
Students needing to waive a local graduation requirement due to an unusual circumstance must petition the school principal at the beginning of the year. Waivers will be dealt with on a case by case basis.
FUTURE VISIONS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The object of Future Visions is to allow students, parents, and the community to raise scholarship funds in a special tax free, interest bearing account, thus allowing a class to focus on future educational goals. A class can work each year so that the building of a scholarship fund for graduation time may be as large as possible. An ASB scholarship found account will be established with the class’ graduation year as identification (i.e. Class of 2008 Scholarships).
Scholarship fund activities shall be under the supervision and approval of the building principal. The principal may select a person or group to assist with the planning and implementation of scholarship fund raising. All funds raised must be deposited in the ASB account for that class’ scholarships.
Scholarships will be awarded when the class graduates. The number and amounts will be determined by the principal in consultation with the superintendent and/or scholarship committee. Scholarship applications are due to the counselor by April 1st of each year. Selection of the scholarship winners will be made by the high school principal or his/her designees. WASL and TBS test scores will be considered as part of the application package. All applications for financial assistance will be considered by the Zillah School District without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.
GUIDANCE, COUNSELING AND ASSURED SERVICES
The guidance program in Zillah Schools is a cooperative effort between students, parents, teachers, advisors, counselor and administration. The first step is for students to share career and educational goals with parents. All students are encouraged to investigate all career and educational options including Universities and regional 4 year schools, community colleges, technical and priority colleges, military and apprentice-OJT training and are guided to produce a plan, not only for high school graduation, but for placement in the most appropriate post-secondary setting. Through annually scheduled guidance conferences, all students will gather additional and more specific information about careers of interest and the educational requirements to obtain that career. Follow up letters are sent home for parents to review. Additional follow-up conferences, including parents when desired, may be scheduled.
The total counseling program emphasizes the areas of personal, educational, and occupational decision making. Counselors help students grow through better knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of themselves. The ZSD gu