Avon High School Student-Parent Handbook - Avon Community School Corp

Diversity is strength, and multicultural experiences are vital components of the educational process. It is the policy of Avon High School to recognize the uniqueness of each individual. Statements or behavior which insult, degrade, or stereotype any other person on the basis of race, gender, handicap, intellectual ability, physical condition, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, ethnic or national origin, or religion are unacceptable. The school community will show consideration for rights, opinions, and values of all individuals at Avon High School.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Avon Community School Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. Avon Community School Corporation Career and Technical Education department does not discriminate in enrollment or access to any of the programs available at the high school or career/technical education center. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the activities and programs. The Avon Community School Corporation also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s).

Student Counseling Services

The school provides a counseling program for students delivered by school counselors and school social workers. The counseling program will assist students with supports related to academic, social, and/or personal issues. Students are encouraged to seek academic, social, and/or personal assistance. Families may also request assistance for their student at any time.

The counseling program provides classroom lessons for all students. Optional supplemental support services may be offered, which could include small group services and/or 1:1 supports. ACSC deeply values the family-school partnership in order to help students be successful. Guardian consent will be obtained before students are enrolled in regular, scheduled, ongoing small group or 1:1 supports. Guardian and/or student may choose to discontinue these optional services at any time. Guardians can expect regular communication updates on their student’s group topics.

In addition to the above supports, the counseling department is available to assist students in identifying career options consistent with their abilities, interests, and personal values.  Students are encouraged to seek the help of counselors to develop class schedules that meet the student’s career objectives.  All students have the opportunity to receive college and career-oriented information.  Beginning in middle school, representatives from colleges and universities, occupational training institutions and career-oriented recruiters, including the military [primarily high school], may be given access to the school campus in order to provide students and parents/guardians with information.

Anti-Harassment Statement

Avon High School will maintain an educational environment that is free from all forms of unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, occurring in the school’s educational opportunities, programs, and/or activities, or, if initially occurring off school grounds or outside the school’s educational opportunities, programs, and activities, affecting the school environment (hereinafter referred to collectively as “unlawful harassment”). This commitment applies to all operations, educational opportunities, programs, and activities.
All students, administrators, teachers, staff, and all other school personnel share responsibility for avoiding discouraging, and reporting any form of unlawful harassment occurring in the school’s educational opportunities, programs, and/or activities, or, if initially occurring off school grounds or outside the school’s educational opportunities, programs, and activities, affecting the school environment.
This policy applies to unlawful conduct occurring on school property, or at another location if such conduct affects the school environment.
Avon High School will vigorously enforce its prohibition against unlawful harassment, that is based on race, color, national origin, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation and/or gender identity), religion, disability, military status, ancestry, or genetic information, which are classes protected by Federal and/or State civil rights laws (hereinafter referred to as “Protected Classes”), and encourages those within the school community as well as third parties who feel aggrieved to seek assistance to rectify such problems, occurring in the school’s educational opportunities, programs, and/or activities, or, if initially occurring off school grounds or outside the school’s educational opportunities, programs and activities, affecting the school environment.
Further information on the ACSC Anti-Harassment Policy (#5517) can be obtained on the school district website.

Students

Mrs. Susie Hurt
Director of Special Education
7203 E. US Highway 36
Avon, IN 46123
(317) 544-6000

Staff, Visitors, Parents, Community Members

Mrs. Kristin Williams
Director of Human Resources
7203 E. US Highway 36
Avon, IN 46123
(317) 544-6000

Expectations for Student Behavior

Whether we are in the classroom, cafeteria, hallway, large-group settings, or parking lot, we are:

Accountable
Respectful
Engaged

School Wide

Accountable

Have materials prepared and personal electronic devices charged
Be in class when the bell rings
Use cell phones appropriately
Have school ID with you at all times
Remain in assigned area

Respectful

Treat others with acceptance, consideration, and politeness in both speech and actions
Keep school facilities clean

Engaged

Be attentive and aware of others and surroundings
Report suspicious activity related to safety, security, and health of others
Listen to and follow all announcements or directions given by staff

Cafeteria

Accountable

Place trash/recycling in appropriate areas/containers
Leave area clean
Stay seated
Have school ID with you

Respectful

Demonstrate courtesy to staff and students
Maintain personal space
Clean your area and encourage others to do the same
Wait your turn in line
Maintain conversational volume

Engaged

Follow directions of all staff
Be inclusive and welcoming to those around you

Hallway

Accountable

Move with purpose, keep hallways clear
Be in class when the bell rings
Use hallway passes for intended purposes

Respectful

Use language that reflects acceptance and consideration
Maintain conversational volume

Engaged

Maintain positive and appropriate interactions between peers
Be attentive and aware of others and surroundings

Large-Group Settings (gym, auditorium, etc.)

Accountable

Remain seated
Keep aisles clear at all times
Use appropriate voice level
Enter and exit quietly and orderly
Follow directions of all staff

Respectful

Remain quiet during the presentation and use appropriate applause

Engaged

Raise a quiet hand if you need assistance
Give your full attention to the presenters and participate when appropriate

Parking Lot

Accountable

Arrive in the parking lot by 8:00 am
Follow traffic rules and signage (15 mph max)
Park in student parking spaces only

Respectful

Take turns letting others in
Use aisles — not parking spaces — to drive through the lot

Engaged

Be alert when entering and exiting parking lot
Report hazardous driving
Refrain from distracted driving

General Information

School Yearbook - TREASURE CHEST
School Newspaper - THE ECHO
School Newsletter – ORIOLE OUTLOOK
School Mascot - FIGHTING ORIOLE
School Colors - BLACK and GOLD
Academic and Athletic Conference - HOOSIER CROSSROADS CONFERENCE

Avon Community School Corporation 2026-27 Calendar

Teacher Days	July 27, 28, 29
Students' First Day	July 30
Labor Day (No School)	September 7
Junior Day of Caring/Senior Kickback	September 10
Fall Break (No School)	October 12-23
Thanksgiving Break (No School)	November 25-27
Winter Break (No School)	December 21-January 1
Teacher Record Day (Grades K-12 No School)	January 4
Martin Luther King Day (No School)	January 18
** Presidents' Day (No School)	February 15
Spring Break (No School)	March 22-April 2
Last Day of School	May 28
Commencement	May 28
Teacher Day (No School)	June 1
Make-Up Days	June 1-4
** February 15 may be a make-up day if a cancellation occurs five (5) or more days prior to this day.

The school year bell schedule can be found on our website at ahs.avon-schools.org.

Student Conduct

Student Activities

Drug Testing Program & Use of Tobacco

Drug and alcohol abuse in any school is a threat to the safety and health of students, faculty, staff, and the community as a whole. The value for a student’s personal development must be given a high priority for the community that wants to have a total school program. The opportunity for participation in privileged activities, including athletics and driving to school, is not an absolute student right. Participation is a privilege offered to students and necessitates that students meet high standards. A condition for participation in privileged activities at Avon High School shall be an agreement by the student to submit to probable cause and/or random testing for the use of drugs and alcohol. As stated on the consent form once students participate in the program at any high school grade level, the student is considered a valid participant during their entire enrollment period at Avon High School. The random drug testing program applies to all students who choose to participate in any athletics, extra-curricular activity and/or who drive to, from school or during school, while a student at Avon High School. A copy of the Drug Testing Procedures and Guidelines and the Athletic Code is available on the Avon High School website or by contacting the high school.

1. Drug Testing

Athletics

Visit the high school athletics website.

A number of athletic teams are available to students at Avon High School. Students are encouraged to become members of teams and to take leadership roles in the school’s athletic programs and organizations. Parents and community members are encouraged to become members of the various parent groups that are also available through athletics. Participating in athletics at Avon High School is a privilege, not a right.

1. Athletic Code of Sportsmanship

2. Avon Athletic Extra-Curricular Eligibility Policy

3. Appeal Process

4. Dropping or Quitting a Sport

5. Awards/Letter Criteria

Co- and Extra-Curriculars

Avon High School provides students an extensive and diverse offering of co- and extra-curricular pro- grams such as clubs, performing arts, student government, and more. Each co- and extra-curricular activity has its own constitution detailing the expectations of student behavior in addition to those set forth in the “Student Expectations and Discipline” section of the student handbook. Higher standards of behavior are in place for students in these activities to promote good citizenship as these students represent Avon High School through local, state, and national competitions, meetings, and performances. To deter student use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs, mood-altering or performance-enhancing substances, all students involved in school-related or supported activities are included in the random drug testing pool. Students who fail to meet expectations will have consequences assessed by the sponsor or director of the activity, which may be in addition to consequences levied by school administration. Continued failure to meet these expectations may result in removal from the program.

1. Co- and Extra-Curricular Student Conduct Policy

2. Clubs and Organizations

3. Social Activities

4. Teacher/Office Assistants