CIMARRON HIGH SCHOOL

STUDENT HANDBOOK

     
At Cimarron High School we believe that each student has the right to an education that considers one's uniqueness, and enhances one's personal dignity, self-image, and sense of personal worth.  At Cimarron High School we provide opportunities for each student to become a partner in the total educational process, a process in which the school strives to provide, and the student strives to achieve, excellence in academics and extracurricular activities.

In order to assist you in your pursuit of a quality education, we must establish some rules.  These rules are designed to create a pleasant environment in our schools for all students.  It is impossible to design a rule to fit every situation.  In the final analysis, only you can determine what your behavior will be.

Your attitude toward school will play a large role in determining how well you do in school.  If your primary purpose for coming to school is to learn and participate in extracurricular activities, then you will probably never encounter a serious problem.  If your attitude is positive and you are serious about learning or participating, then you will probably avoid problems.

You must remember that you are responsible for your own actions.  If your actions break the school rules, then you must accept the consequence.  You should also understand that New Mexico law allows the school district to hold you accountable for your behavior on the way to and from school.

The following pages describe the guidelines for student behavior.  This handbook has been prepared to inform you, and to better acquaint you with the purpose and ideals of your school.  Please read it carefully, and keep it as a valuable reference guide.

We are proud of the vast majority of our students.  We sincerely hope you will be one of those students who take advantage of the programs the community has provided for you.


I. ACADEMICS

A. High 1High School Requirements

1. Minimum requirements 25 units
a. four (4) units of English
b. three (3) units of math, not including 8th grade Algebra
c. two (2) units of science, one must be a lab science
d. three (3) units of social studies, including U.S. history and geography, world history and geography, and government and economics
e. one (1) unit of physical education
f. one (1) unit of communication skills, with major emphasis on writing and speaking
g. Students will be required to successfully complete eleven (11) elective credits.

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