COUNSELING OFFICE
The services offered by the guidance department are varied and extensive and fall generally into three areas: academic, career,
and personal planning. Students are encouraged to get to know their counselor and seek their assistance in these three areas. All
students should work with their counselor when scheduling; counselors can help students to select courses that will best meet their
needs, abilities, and career plans.
Sometimes, counselors can offer suggestions which will help students succeed in those chosen courses. They will explain and
answer questions about prerequisites, credits, honor points, graduation requirements, attendance, and other school policies.
Guidance services are available for every student in the school. In addition to assistance with educational planning, interpretation of
test scores, career information, and academic concerns, counselors can also assist students with home, school and social
concerns.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DRILLS
Fire and tornado drills at regular intervals are required by law and are an important part of our safety procedures. The teacher in
each classroom will train the students for each emergency situation. It is essential that everyone follow the predetermined
guidelines. We are required to run a certain number of drills each school year as dictated by the state of Michigan.
IMMUNIZATIONS
Students must be current with all immunizations required by law or have an authorized waiver from State immunization
requirements. If a student does not have the necessary shots or waivers, the principal may remove the student or require
compliance with a set deadline. This is for the safety of all students and in accordance with State law.
INJURY AND ILLNESS
All injuries must be reported to staff or the office. If minor, the student will be treated and may return to class. If medical attention is
required, the office will follow the school’s emergency procedures. A student who becomes ill during the school day should request
permission to go to the office. An administrator will determine whether or not the student should remain in school or go home. No
student will be released from school without proper parental permission.
MEDICATION
Ideally, all medication should be given to students at home. If it is necessary for a student to take medication during school hours,
They/Them must take the medication (must have doctor or pharmacy directions with student name on prescription) to the main
office. Only those medications which are necessary to maintain the student in school, and which must be given during school
hours, will be administered. In order for school personnel to administer medication (even aspirin) to a student, the School District’s
“Medication Authorization Form” must be completed and on file in the school office. The “Medication Authorization Form” must
be completed annually for students receiving ongoing medications. Students are NOT to carry or take medication of any kind
during the school day on their own. ALL MEDICATION PRESCRIPTION AND NON-PRESCRIPTION MUST BE ADMINISTERED
THROUGH THE MAIN OFFICE.
District Policies Related to Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault
Board Policy 8000.07 – Woodhaven Brownstown School District prohibits harassment, including sex based harassment
from employees, students, and visitors to WBSD property or events.
Administrative Regulation 8000.07.3 – Defines “sexual harassment” as unwelcome sexual conduct, quid pro quo in
regards to unwelcome sexual conduct, and sexual assault, including dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
Additionally provides the duty of all District employees to respond to allegations of sexual harassment any time an
employee has notice of, or receives a report of suspected sexual harassment. All employees have a duty to report such
claims to the Title IX Coordinator.