Code of Conduct for Co-Curricular Activities I. ACADEMIC INELIGIBILITY Guidelines Consequences Reinstatement   II. ATTENDANCE Guidelines Consequences Reinstatement   III. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, OR OTHER CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES Guidelines First Violation Second Violation Third Violation Fourth Violation Further Applications   IV. GENERAL CONDUCT   V. CODE IN EFFECT   VI. ACTIVITY POLICIES   VII. NOTIFICATION   VIII. APPEALS PROCEDURE The mission of Wisconsin Lutheran High School is to assist our families and churches in the discipling of our young people for time and eternity. We are committed to developing in our youth the Biblical values and personal skills necessary for a lifetime of service to Christ in their homes, vocations, churches, and communities. Students attending Wisconsin Lutheran High School are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities because they provide many opportunities to develop the attitudes, values, and skills necessary for a lifetime of service for their Savior. Those students who participate in co-curricular activities do so on a voluntary basis. They represent their school. They often serve as models for their fellow students. Consequently they have a higher level of responsibility in service to our Lord and to the members of the WLHS family. The Code of Conduct for Co-Curricular Activities assists students in recognizing their Christian responsibility to use their God-given abilities and time in a manner that glorifies God and gives honor to their WLHS family. The Code of Conduct applies to all students involved in any school-related activity listed as  co-curricular in the WLHS Handbook. These activities are as follows: All Athletic Teams or Squads After Lafter Auxiliary Groups Chess Club Compass Drama Club Drost Fund Forensics Inspiration Jazz Ensemble Jubilation Math Track Team Musicals National Honor Society Other Musical Ensembles PA and Lighting Crew Pep Band Pilot Plautz Fund Student Council Tutors Video Club Wisco Kids Show Choir The code outlines the following: Reasons for the loss of eligibility Appropriate consequences for violation of code guidelines Manner in which eligibility can be reinstated Appeal procedures back to top I. ACADEMIC INELIGIBILITY Guidelines A. A student must maintain a 1.5 grade point average and may not have any combination of two (2) or more F, E, or I grades to remain eligible for co-curricular activities. The grade point average used to determine eligibility will be based on grades earned during the previous quarter. B. A student must maintain a cumulative unit total adequate for graduation to remain eligible for co-curricular activities. The following unit minimum must be achieved by the end of the following semesters: - Semester one: 2.5 - Semester two: 6.0 - Semester three: 8.5 - Semester four: 12.0 - Semester five: 14.5 - Semester six: 18.0 - Semester seven: 20.5 C. Any "E" grade may not be changed until the end of the semester. D. A special needs student may have the 1.5 GPA waived to 1.0 if such a determination is made by the Director of Guidance and Counseling. E. The period of ineligibility will be from the official posting of the ineligible list until reinstatement. back to top Consequences A student identified as ineligible due to a lack of cumulative units will remain ineligible until the earned units reach the minimum for eligibility. During this period of ineligibility, the student is expected to attend all group or team practices, rehearsals, and meetings. back to top Reinstatement A student identified as ineligible due to a low grade point average may apply for reinstatement according to the procedures set by the administration. Reinstatement days are listed on the school calendar. A student may apply for reinstatement as often as appropriate, until he/she has been reinstated. A student may be reinstated only once during the academic year. A student who transfers into Wisconsin Lutheran High School and is ineligible upon entry may not apply for reinstatement until he/she has been in attendance at WLHS for fifteen (15) full school days. back to top II. ATTENDANCE Guidelines On the day of a scheduled activity, participants are to be in attendance at school at least one-half of the school day and have a valid excuse for any period absent. Truancy problems will be handled by the Assistant Principals' Office and could lead to suspension from school, including co-curricular participation. back to top Consequences Students who are not in attendance at least one-half day will not be permitted to participate in that day's activity. Students under suspension may not participate during periods of suspension. Attendance violations will be handled by the Assistant Principals' Office in consultation with the coach or advisor. If appropriate, referrals will be made to the Guidance Department. back to top Reinstatement The student will be reinstated upon the completion of disciplinary action. back to top III. ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, OR OTHER CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES Guidelines A. No student enrolled at Wisconsin Lutheran High School may possess, use, be under the influence of, buy or sell tobacco, alcohol, any illegal controlled substance, or look-alike substance. B. No student enrolled at Wisconsin Lutheran High School should be present at a bar unless accompanied by his/her parents or legal guardian. Guideline A remains in effect even if accompanied by one's parent or legal guardian. C. Guideline A applies to attending a party with parents or legal guardians where alcohol and/or other drugs are available or served. D. If a student is in a situation or gathering without parents or legal guardians in which people around him/her are possessing or using tobacco, alcohol, or drugs, that student is encouraged to vacate the situation or gathering immediately. The use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs by minors violates state laws, school policy and, therefore, God's law. Our students should not want to be a part of an activity that would bring discredit to the student, parents, school, or our Lord. Thus, students should avoid such activities. E. A student who distributes or sells drugs, alcohol, or look-a-likes will be permanently suspended from all athletic and non-athletic activities at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. back to top FIRST VIOLATION Athletic Activities Suspension for a number of games equal to 20% of the regular season's scheduled events. The student must meet with a school counselor. If the student does not attend the required sessions with the counselor and/or follow through on all the recommendations of the counselor, the suspension will be expanded to 40% of the regular season's scheduled events. If the season concludes before the completion of the penalty, the suspension will be applied toward the next activity in which the student participates. During this period of ineligibility, the student is expected to attend all group or team practices and meetings. back to top Non-Athletic Activities Suspension for a number of activities or performances equal to 20% of entire activity (ie. activities) or performance schedule. The student must meet with a school counselor. If the student does not attend the required sessions with the counselor or follow through on all the recommendations of the counselor, the suspension will be expanded to 40% of the entire activity or performance schedule. If the activity or performance schedule concludes before the completion of the penalty, the suspension will be applied toward the next activity in which the student participates. During this period of ineligibility, the student is expected to attend all group or team rehearsals and meetings. back to top SECOND VIOLATION Athletic Activities Suspension for a number of games equal to 50% of the regular season's scheduled events. The student must meet with a school counselor. During this period of ineligibility (50% of season), the student is expected to attend all group or team rehearsals and meetings. If the student does not attend the required sessions with the counselor or follow through on all the recommendations of the counselor, the suspension will be expanded to suspension from all athletic activities (practice, involvement and competition) for one full calendar year. If the season concludes before the completion of the penalty, the suspension will be applied toward the next activity in which the student participates. During this period of ineligibility, the student is expected to attend all group or team rehearsals and meetings. back to top Non-Athletic Activities Suspension for a number of activities or performances equal to 50% of the entire activity or performance schedule. The student must meet with a school counselor. During this period of ineligibility (50% of season), the student is expected to attend all group or team rehearsals and meetings. If the student does not attend the required sessions with the counselor or follow through on all the recommendations of the counselor, the suspension will be expanded to suspension from all activities for one (1) full calendar year. If the activity or performance schedule concludes before the completion of the penalty, the suspension will be applied toward the next activity in which the student participates. During the period of ineligibility (50% of season), the student is expected to attend all group or team rehearsals and meetings. back to top THIRD VIOLATION Athletic Activities Suspension from all athletic activities (practice, involvement, and competition) for one (1) full calendar year from the date of the third violation. The student must meet with a school counselor. If the student does not attend the required sessions with the counselor or follow through on all the recommendations of the counselor, the suspension will be expanded to permanent suspension from all athletic activities at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Non-Athletic Activities Suspension from all non-athletic activities (practice, involvement, and competition) for one (1) full calendar year from the date of the third violation. The student must meet with a school counselor. If the student does not attend the required sessions with the counselor or follow through on all the recommendations of the counselor, the suspension will be expanded to permanent suspension from all non-athletic activities at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. back to top FOURTH VIOLATION Athletic Activities Permanent suspension from all athletic activities at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Non-Athletic Activities Permanent suspension from all non-athletic activities at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. back to top FURTHER APPLICATIONS Students who violate the WLHS Code of Conduct will be ineligible for receiving any special award for that activity for that school year. If a student is involved in more than one activity at the time of a violation, penalties apply to all activities in which the student is involved. A student who violates the Wisconsin Lutheran High School Code of Conduct while not involved in a co-curricular activity will be subject to the appropriate penalties in the next activity in which the student becomes involved for one full calendar year from the date of the violation. Reinstatement The student will be allowed to return to full participation in his/her co-curricular activity at the end of the suspension period. Violations will be cumulative throughout the student's four years of attendance at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Students who transfer to WLHS from another school and who are under code violation will finish their violation requirements before becoming eligible to participate in co-curricular activities. back to top IV. GENERAL CONDUCT Students at Wisconsin Lutheran High School are expected to conduct themselves in a manner which gives glory to our Lord, serves the best interests of the school, its students, and co-curricular activities in which they are participating. Students "to whom much has been given by the Lord" through their participation in co-curricular activities will be expected to reflect the highest standards of Christian conduct in and out of school. Failure to do so will lead to consultations with the assistant principals in cooperation with the coach or advisor. Violations may result in suspension of co-curricular eligibility. If appropriate, there will be referral to the Guidance Department. Reinstatement Students will be reinstated to their co-curricular activities upon the completion of the penalty and a written recommendation from the Guidance Department. back to top V. CODE IN EFFECT The Code of Conduct for Co-Curricular Activities is in effect throughout the calendar year, including the summer vacation months. back to top VI. ACTIVITY POLICIES Coaches and advisors may set policies for their activity in areas not covered by this code. back to top VII. NOTIFICATION Reports of violations must be made to the administration, Guidance and Counseling Office, or appropriate coach within thirty (30) days. Written notification of a student's suspension from a co-curricular activity will be sent to the parents and a copy placed in the student's file. back to top VIII. APPEALS PROCEDURE 1. A student accused of a violation of the Code of Conduct for Co-Curricular Activities has the opportunity to appeal his/her case by asking to appear before the Co-Curricular Activities Review Committee with his/her parents and/or coach or advisor. The following procedure will be followed: STEP 1: After a ruling of suspension has been made, a student and/or the student's parents may formally appeal the decision in writing to the Assistant Principals' Office. The appeal must be received within five (5) days from the first day the suspension becomes effective. If the appeal letter is not received within the five day period, the student and his/her parents have forfeited their appeal rights. STEP 2: Upon receipt of a formal appeal, the Co-Curricular Activities Review Committee shall meet within three (3) school days. STEP 3: All decisions by the Co-Curricular Review Committee are final. 2. Discipline (suspension) under appeal will be in effect until the appeal process has been completed. 3. The Co-Curricular Activities Review Committee will consist of the following members. One (1) of the Assistant Principals (serving as chair; votes only in case of tie) Athletic Director Fine Arts Department Chair Student Council Advisor Director of Guidance and Counseling A quorum must be present and will consist of at least three (3) voting members. back to top   (return to home page)