FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
2022-2023
STUDENT LIFE
- Where can I find the Student Handbook, Dress Code Policy, etc? Click HERE for the link.
- When is 2023 graduation? 2023 graduation has not been scheduled as of yet. The Website will be updated as information becomes available.
- How do I purchase a parking permit? How much does it cost? How often do I need to register? Click HERE for information on parking permits.
- What clubs are available at PHS? There are many clubs available for students. You can find a current list in our front office or visit the Clubs and Organizations page
- What is the bell schedule for this year? Click HERE for the bell schedule
- Is it an A day or a B day? Click HERE
- When is Early Release for the 2022-2023 school year? December 16 and May 25 are our early release days. You can view the academic calendar by clicking HERE
- How do students check their email? Click HERE to sign on to your PfISD Webmail Account.
- How many absences can a student have and still earn class credit? (90% Rule) Please refer to the Attendance Policy located in the FAQ section or click HERE.
- What happens if a textbook is lost? If a student loses an issued textbook, they will be required to either locate the book or pay for its replacement. Should the student find the book at a later time, they can return the book to the Bookkeeper, who will issue a refund minus a $2.00 processing fee per item. Diplomas and final transcripts will be held until fines are paid or books are returned.
- Cell Phone Policy: 1st Offense: the phone is taken up and turned into office. This will require a parent/guardian to pick up the device, there is no charge; 2nd Offense and beyond: phone is taken up and turned in to the office. Guardian must pick up and pay $15.00 return fee. PLEASE NOTE: The student is never allowed to pick up their phone. Only a parent/guardian that is indicated on the student's skyward account will be allowed to pick up the cell phone. The telephone that is turned in must be a fully functioning/working phone.
- Earbud Policy: Earbuds taken up can be picked up in the Front Office after school until 4:30 pm. The fee is $1.00 each time the student has their earbuds confiscated.
LIBRARY FAQ'S
- When is the library open? Monday thru Thursday from 8:15 to 4:45 and Friday from 8:15 to 4:30. The library is open during lunchtime unless otherwise scheduled.
- How many books can I check out at a time? 5 books at a time.
- How much is the fine for an overdue book? $.25/day
- Do I need my school I.D. to check out a book? Yes
- Do I need my school I.D. to use a computer? Yes
- What does it cost to replace my school ID? $3.00
- What does it cost to print a copy from the computer? $.10 per page for the black and white printer and $.50 for the color printer
- What are some good internet resources for research? Click here for websites
- Can I purchase school supplies in the library?
- Plain, old-fashioned pencil or ink pen (black ink only)--$.25;
- Mechanical pencil--$.50; Pencil top eraser--$.10;
- Eraser--$.50;
- Folder (with pockets and brads)--$.50
- Poster board--$.50
- Highlighter--$.50
- Spiral notebook--$1.00
- Index cards (100 per package)--$1.00
- AAA batteries--$3.00
HEALTH SERVICES
- What health services are provided at PHS? Click here for health services
Who is eligible for credit recovery?
- Seniors have first priority, followed by juniors and then sophomores.
- Juniors and Seniors:
- Need at least 1 credit (any course combination)
- Are not discipline issues
- Do not have poor attendance
- Sophomores:
- Students repeating the sophomore year
- Need 1 credit (any course combination)
- Are not discipline issues
- Do not have poor attendance
- Freshmen are not eligible for credit recovery.
What is the deadline for dropping out of an AP class?
Students in Pre-AP/AP classes must stay in those classes for 4 weeks prior to the teacher submitting a schedule change request. The deadline to drop an AP class is forthcoming.
Under what conditions may a student receive an incomplete grade and how does it affect eligibility?
For questions regarding UIL eligibility, click HERE