TFHS Student Handbook
- TO STUDENTS AND PARENTS
- PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
- NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
- BOARD OF TRUSTEES
- ADMINISTRATION & STAFF
- HEAD COACHES & ACTIVITY SPONSORS
- STUDENT BODY LEADERS
- MISSION STATEMENT
- ACADEMICS
- ACTIVITIES
- ATTENDANCE
- BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE
- BULLYING, HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, AND HAZING POLICY
- CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE POLICY
- TITLE IX AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
- CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
- COMMUNICATION
- COMPLAINTS BY STUDENTS AND PARENTS
- COUNSELING
- DRESS CODE
- GENERAL INFORMATION AND SPECIAL SERVICES
- ILLNESS / COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
- INTERNET USE POLICY
- MEALS
- OFFICE PROCEDURES
- SAFETY
- SPECIAL EDUCATION
- SPORTSMANSHIP AND SCHOOL SPIRIT
- TECHNOLOGY
- TRANSPORTATION
- CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDS
TO STUDENTS AND PARENTS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
ADMINISTRATION & STAFF
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
HEAD COACHES & ACTIVITY SPONSORS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
STUDENT BODY LEADERS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MISSION STATEMENT
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
ACADEMICS
Class Rank
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Course Information
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Final Exams
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Grading Scale
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Graduation
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Online Learning
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
ACTIVITIES
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
- Athletic Policies
- Eligibility
- School Athletic Events
- Season Passes
- Spectator Rules for Activities
- Student Assemblies
- Participation by a Student in a Nonpublic School or Home School
Athletic Policies
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Eligibility
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
School Athletic Events
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Season Passes
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Spectator Rules for Activities
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Student Assemblies
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Participation by a Student in a Nonpublic School or Home School
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
ATTENDANCE
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
- Purpose of Attendance
- Types of Student Absences
- Homework Make-up Procedure
- Tardiness
- Release of Students from School
Purpose of Attendance
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Types of Student Absences
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Homework Make-up Procedure
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Tardiness
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Release of Students from School
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
- Student Code of Conduct
- Discipline Offenses
- Cumulative Major Offense Resolution Sequence
- Classroom Disciplinary Measures
- Administrative Disciplinary Measures
- Student Due Process
- Gun-Free Schools / Firearms
- Effect of Suspension
- Procedure for Special Education Students
Student Code of Conduct
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Discipline Offenses
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Cumulative Major Offense Resolution Sequence
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Classroom Disciplinary Measures
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Administrative Disciplinary Measures
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Student Due Process
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Gun-Free Schools / Firearms
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Effect of Suspension
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Procedure for Special Education Students
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
BULLYING, HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, AND HAZING POLICY
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE POLICY
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
TITLE IX AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
COMMUNICATION
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
COMPLAINTS BY STUDENTS AND PARENTS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
COUNSELING
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
DRESS CODE
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND SPECIAL SERVICES
- Comprehensive School and Community Treatment (CSCT)
- Decorations / Posters
- Discretionary Non-resident Student Policy
- Distribution and Posting of Materials
- Fundraising
- Library
- Lost & Found or Stolen Items
- Passes
- Professional Qualifications of Teachers and Paraprofessionals
- Instruction in the U.S. Constitution and Pledge of Allegiance
- Protection of Student Rights
- Title I Parent Input
Comprehensive School and Community Treatment (CSCT)
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Decorations / Posters
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Discretionary Non-resident Student Policy
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Distribution and Posting of Materials
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Fundraising
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Library
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Lost & Found or Stolen Items
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Passes
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Professional Qualifications of Teachers and Paraprofessionals
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Instruction in the U.S. Constitution and Pledge of Allegiance
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Protection of Student Rights
- Parent Rights
- Surveys
- Instructional Materials
- Collection of Personal Information from Students for Marketing
- Religious Practices
Parent Rights
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Surveys
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Instructional Materials
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Collection of Personal Information from Students for Marketing
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Religious Practices
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Title I Parent Input
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
ILLNESS / COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Communicable Diseases
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
INTERNET USE POLICY
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
MEALS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
OFFICE PROCEDURES
- Administering Medicines to Students
- Enrollment Procedure
- Fees
- Lockers
- Sign-Out / In Procedures
- Use of Office Telephone and Copier
- Visitors to School
- Withdrawal from School
Administering Medicines to Students
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Enrollment Procedure
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Fees
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Lockers
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Sign-Out / In Procedures
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Use of Office Telephone and Copier
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Visitors to School
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Withdrawal from School
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
SAFETY
- Accident Prevention
- Emergency Medical Treatment and Information
- Drills
- Emergency School-Closing Information
- Immunizations
- Search
- Law Enforcement
- Video Surveillance
Accident Prevention
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Emergency Medical Treatment and Information
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Drills
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Emergency School-Closing Information
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Immunizations
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Search
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Law Enforcement
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Video Surveillance
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Special Education Program
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
SPORTSMANSHIP AND SCHOOL SPIRIT
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
TECHNOLOGY
Chromebooks
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Telecommunication / Electronic Devices
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
AI Use In School
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
TRANSPORTATION
Bus Conduct
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Field Trips
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
Parking on District Property
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDS
Notice for Directory Information
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
- PERMISSION AND UNDERSTANDING
- APPENDIX A: FERPA RIGHTS
- APPENDIX B: AUTHORIZATION FOR ELECTRONIC ACCESS
- APPENDIX C: AUTHORIZATION TO PARK ON DISTRICT PROPERTY
PERMISSION AND UNDERSTANDING
APPENDIX A: FERPA RIGHTS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
APPENDIX B: AUTHORIZATION FOR ELECTRONIC ACCESS
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
APPENDIX C: AUTHORIZATION TO PARK ON DISTRICT PROPERTY
MCA 20-5-103 "Any parent, guardian, or other person who is responsible for a child...shall cause the child to attend the school in which he or she is enrolled for the school term and each school day therein prescribed by the trustees of the district until the latter of the following dates:
1.a the child's 16th birthday.
1.b the date of completion of the work of the 8th grade.
2.a 20-5-102.b. The child is absent because of illness, bereavement, or any other reasons prescribed by the policies of the trustees.
2.b The child has been suspended or expelled."
All pupils in the State of Montana are covered by the compulsory attendance law until they reach the age of 16 years. Thompson Falls Dist. #2 will continue tuition-free attendance of resident students. A student is not eligible to attend TFHS if they turn 19 years of age on or before September 10 of the year in which the student wants to enroll. A request for extended enrollment may be made to the Board of Trustees in exceptional circumstances. The Board of Trustees may also admit an individual who has graduated from high school but is not yet 19 years of age even if no exceptional circumstances exist or may admit a student who experienced educational disruption and was awarded a diploma as a result and seeks access to reasonable curriculum designed to advance postsecondary success.
Students who miss ten (10) consecutive days of school may be unenrolled for the remainder of the semester depending on the circumstances. Students will not be unenrolled if the consecutive absences are due to suspension, are medically required, are otherwise excused under District policy, or are related to a student’s disability.
