Attendance & Tardiness
If you want to sign out for the day who do you talk to?
Vianney and Ms.Ashley
What color must sweaters be?
Plain black or YouthBuild sweaters
What is a behavior contract?
A temporary agreement to help students improve their behavior while staying in the program
What is the application called to use the bathroom?
Minga
What is the policy on food deliveries like DoorDash?
Not allowed on campus
How many unexcused absences lead to an attendance contract?
8 unexcused absences
What happens if a student is out of uniform and has already borrowed 3 loaner shirts?
They may be sent home or receive consequences per policy
How long does a behavior contract last?
Two weeks
If you continue using your cell phone after being repeatedly told to put it away, what is the consequences?
You will be sent home.
What is the rule about guests and visitors?
They must check in at the main office
How many tardies result in adjustment to schedule?
15 tardies
What are students allowed to wear on Free Dress Friday?
Appropriate attire – no sagging, crop tops, or strapless shirts
What happens if a student violates a behavior contract?
They will be dismissed for the trimester
How many students can be out to use the bathroom per class?
1 per classroom
What happens if a student smells like marijuana?
They will be sent home for the day
What happens if a student has 10 unexcused absences in a row?
They are dismissed from the trimester
Can students wear hats? If so, which ones?
Only plain black beanies or ACE/YouthBuild hats
If two students get into a verbal argument but staff intervenes before it escalates, what might happen next?
A restorative justice meeting will ocurr.
Can you use the bathroom during passing period without signing in on minga?
No the participant must first sign in Minga and then go to the restroom.
What happens if a student is hanging outside during classtime?
They will be redirected by staff to go back to class
Maria is a high school junior who wakes up feeling extremely unwell, experiencing a high fever, sore throat, and fatigue. She stay home and takes at home remedies. She comes the next day feeling better. Would this be an excused or unexcused absences?
Unexcused because there is no note.
What must students do during uniform checks in the morning?
Ensure they meet uniform requirements before entering class
What are the four non-negotiable safety concerns?
Drugs/vapes, weapons, fighting/violence, and threats/bullying
How does the phone policy align with YouthBuild’s core values?
It promotes respect, accountability, and leadership
A student arrives late for the fourth time in a week, is out of uniform, and refuses to put their phone away in class. Based on YouthBuild policies, what are the possible consequences for these infractions, and what steps should staff take?
Tardiness: The student may receive a warning or a meeting with staff if excessive tardies continue.
Uniform Violation: If they have already borrowed three loaner shirts, they may be sent home or given an alternative consequence.
Phone Violation: If they refuse to put their phone away, they may be sent home for the day.
Staff Actions: Staff should follow the progressive discipline process, document the infractions, and possibly schedule a restorative justice meeting to address behavioral concerns.