FYHS Student Handbook 2025-26 - Flipbook - Page 17
A Ben Torah is one who is committed to the learning of Torah and to the
fulfillment of his halachic obligations. His actions and behavior must be
consistent with this commitment, as must his thoughts and emotional state
of being. As such, dating and co-ed relationships at high school age are
inappropriate for a FYHS talmid. Attending mixed parties or events is not
allowed. These standards are 12-month guidelines for all our students.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Student activities at FYHS enrich the development of a Ben Torah. Whether
chesed projects, which develop a bochur’s sense of responsibility toward the
Jewish community at large, or outings, which enhance the feeling of being a
member of a group of B’nei Torah with common goals, this aspect of the
student’s FYHS experience is an important part of his overall development.
Participation on FYHS sports teams is contingent on the student’s growth as
a Ben Torah, his attendance, and his general behavior. Students must
maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA in all Limudei Kodesh and General Studies
classes throughout each quarter to remain on the team. To be eligible to
participate in practice, a game, or any extracurricular activity, the
student must attend davening and all classes that day.
HEALTH AND WELFARE
Substances illegal for high school students to consume or use, such as
drugs, abuse of prescription drugs, as well as electronic cigarettes,
cigarettes, hookah, alcohol, and any type of firecrackers/works are therefore
absolutely prohibited on and around the campus, and at any school-related
function. The use of any such substance for any reason is subject to
immediate expulsion from FYHS. Students may be required to undergo
testing for drugs, alcohol, and other illegal substances at the discretion of the
administration. A student who refuses to be tested or whose parent refuses
to allow the student to be tested will be subject to discipline, up to and
including expulsion. Moreover, if the administration becomes aware of any
student who has been involved with illegal substances, even if it is not
manifest in school, it may lead to his dismissal from FYHS at the discretion
of the Administration. To maintain order, safety, and security in the school,
the administration is authorized to conduct searches of school property and
equipment, as well as of students and their personal effects with or without
the knowledge and consent of the student or parents. This includes but is
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