School Policy Guide

The MMSD Policy Guide and Behavior Education Plan, including Progressive Discipline, can be found on the MMSD website.

All East High School students are required to carry their school ID at all times.

The Library Media Center (LMC) staff is able to assist students and staff with resources, both print and electronic, for class assignments and other needs. We are also able to collaborate with teachers to co-teach information, literacy skills, do book talks, offer professional development on technology and library resources. Library Media Center hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

All lockers & locks in East High School are the property of East High and are assigned to students to protect their school materials, coats, books, etc. A student may use only the locker that is assigned. If a locker is damaged and needs repair, the student may be assigned another locker. Students’ personal possessions and money should not be left in an unlocked locker. Students are advised not to bring large sums of money, expensive jewelry, or other valuable articles to school. Lockers should be locked at all times.

Inquire about lost items and bring found items to the Welcome Center.

Students are NOT allowed to park in East High School parking lots during school hours: 7:30am to 4:00pm. Students who do so will be ticketed by MPD. Authorized visitors must sign in at the Welcome Center upon arrival and register any vehicle in the parking lot.

At east.madison.k12.wi.us/families/safety-and-security, students and families can read about school-specific resources for helping keep students safe. More information on district safety and security, including emergency communication, can be found at madison.k12.wi.us/safety.

For information on post-secondary education grants, loans, scholarships, and awards, check in with your School Counselor.

East High School Student Services Department is a collaborative team of school professionals working with students, parents, and school staff to support students’ academic and social-emotional needs. This department is comprised of school counselors, school psychologists, school social workers, and nurses. These professionals collaborate through teams to work together to best meet the needs of students.

The Health Office at East High School provides services such as first aid, assessment of minor illnesses, support with health conditions, health education, and accessing health care in the community.

The student’s transcript contains the following information: student’s name, date of birth, courses, grades, credits, grade point average, and date of graduation. Updated transcripts are available at the end of each semester in Infinite Campus. Official transcripts will be sent directly from Parchment.com to the college/university. 

In order for a student to bring a guest to accompany him/her to classes on a specific day, the following requirements must be met and approved by the Neighborhood Principal.

• The visitor must be a non-MMSD high school student at a school that is not in session on the date of the visit.  No children under high school age will be permitted to visit.
• Students must receive all written permissions prior to submitting the form for principal approval.
• Students must obtain approval from the Neighborhood office Principal at least 3 school days prior to the day for which a visitor pass is desired.
• The visitor must obtain and wear a Visitor Pass name tag throughout the day. 
• Student is expected to be with his/her guest at all times and is responsible for making sure that the visitor follows all East High rules.

With parent/guardian, teacher, counselor & principal permission, a student may drop/withdraw from a class through the seventh week of first or second semester, as long as the drop does not put the student below the required number of credits and courses for the semester and school year. No grade is given for a class dropped during that time. Students should contact their counselor for the exact procedures.

Extracurricular Activity Guidelines

• Extracurricular activities, (including dances) at East High School are a privilege.
• A current East ID card must be presented at the door. Once students have entered the activity, they may not leave and return again.
• Students must leave school premises 15 minutes after the activity is concluded.
• All provisions of the Behavior Education Plan (i.e. dress, behavior, harassment, etc.) apply at the activity.
• The purpose of these events is to provide social activities for East students. Some of these activities are closed to the general public.

Athletics
Madison East High School has an outstanding athletic tradition. The following are the sports that are currently offered:

• Fall Sports: Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf (Girls), Poms, Soccer (Boys), Swimming (Girls), Tennis (Girls), Volleyball
• Winter Sports: Basketball, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Hockey, Poms, Swimming (Boys), Wrestling
• Spring Sports: Baseball, Golf (Boys), Soccer (Girls), Softball, Tennis (Boys), Track & Field

Contact the Athletic Department for tryout and other information.

Drama Productions
All students at East High School are welcome to audition for the school drama productions. A general information meeting is held a week or more before auditions. The productions are typically held in the Fall and Spring each year.

Fine Arts Week
This program, which is held in the spring, brings together many members of our school community to celebrate our diverse culture. It is an explosion of creativity from dance, music, drama and showcases the many talents that East and our Madison community has to offer.

Homecoming
Homecoming Week is the biggest all-school festival in the fall. The social committee of Student Congress organizes all aspects of the week’s activities. All students, staff, and parents are eligible to participate in the activities, including the Homecoming spirit dress up days, pep rally, parade, football game, half time events, and dance.

Prom
Prom is a Junior/Senior dance held in the spring. It’s our most formal of dances and very memorable for all. It is sponsored by the Junior Class. With principal permission, East Sophomores may attend prom if accompanied by an East Junior or East Senior. East and non-East Freshmen are not allowed to attend Prom. Guests (High school age or no older than 19) may come to Prom and Homecoming with appropriate forms completed. Dances end at 10:30pm unless otherwise indicated.

Student Clubs
A complete list of Student Clubs is available on the East High School website.

Student Congress
Student Congress is made up of students from each grade level. The main purpose of Student Congress is to lead in creating a partnership between all students, staff, and community. Main focus: leadership, student representation & engagement, community, and diversity.