Perpich Arts High School and Delta Dorm are places for education, where each student has the right to learn and grow in a supportive environment among people who are caring and inclusive. As part of a supportive learning environment, the residential life staff are committed to working with our students and families to create a system of accountability that sets clear limits and supports a respectful community. These expectations set a groundwork for our community and will be built upon by all members of Delta Dorm.

It is essential for students and guardians to realize that living in the residence hall is a privilege that comes with great responsibility. Students will need to follow all established guidelines, policies, and procedures as listed in this document to remain in the residence hall. All school rules indicated in the Student-Parent Handbook and school-wide policies are in effect for residential students. If issues arise, as outlined in this document, a student can lose the privilege to live in the residence hall at any time at the discretion of Residence Life Staff.

In Residential Life, we believe:

• The residential life environment must be physically, socially, mentally, and emotionally safe for everyone. 
• All members (students, staff, guardians, and community) are essential to creating and maintaining a positive environment.
• In living cooperatively and respectfully in a community, sharing the responsibilities inherent in living together, without adversely affecting others.
• In behaving responsibly, respectfully, and honestly to all as a member of and representative of the Perpich Arts High School community, whether on or off campus.
• In functioning independently and safely with respect to basic living and self-care tasks (e.g., nutrition, sleep, personal hygiene).
• Attendance at all residence hall meetings and wing meetings is critical for all students.
• Respect is the basis for all interactions.
• Being involved in our community is a critical component of the residential experience.
• Conflicts will be handled with respect for the rights of all involved. The values, policies, and procedures that follow will guide both students and staff in creating a safe community.
• Parents and guardians are valued members of our community and are critical resources in helping students learn to resolve issues in a manner that creates a safe environment for all. We will encourage and support guardians in playing an active role while holding students accountable for their personal growth.

Perpich Arts High School is located near several lodging options. The local tourism organization has a list available online: https://westopolis.org/hotels/ If you are looking for a place to stay in the area, these are great options near campus that would work.

Campus guests, alumni, commuters, and non-Perpich friends are welcome to visit resident students in the residence hall lobby or first floor Rec Room until 9:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 11:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Second floor common spaces, all quad areas, and resident rooms are off limits to all non-resident guests unless permission is granted by Residential Life Staff. Guardians and immediate family members are permitted to visit student rooms.

Students are responsible for the behavior of guests and informing their guests of all residence hall rules and regulations and ensuring their guest has signed in and out at the front desk in the residence hall lobby. Guests found in the residence hall who have not signed in will be asked to leave and may not be allowed to visit the residence hall again. Staff reserves the right to restrict individuals from visiting or to require guests to leave the premises in order to ensure a safe and healthy operation of the residence hall. Guests are required to use the public restroom in the staff office. Overnight guests, including family, are not permitted.

Residential Life at Perpich seeks to provide a living environment welcoming to all gender identities. Delta Dorm consists of three floors. Students are housed in quads consisting of eight (two-person) rooms and four bathrooms and a shared living area.

Most rooms are furnished with two sets of the following: a twin bed with an attached desk, desk chair, under the bed storage, and a wardrobe closet. The bathrooms are designed to be used by four students. Each wing of each floor has “quads” with bedrooms and baths and a central open area that serves as a common area for students to gather to socialize or study together.

Delta Dorm has two kitchens and two laundry facilities. Additionally, the First Floor Rec Room is a communal space that may be used by all students during residence hall open hours. This room is furnished with games, basic cable television, and comfortable seating. The Second Floor Rec Room is also available for TV use and general socializing or study groups for residents.

Rooms are approximately 11’ x 17’ in size (187 sq. ft.) and often shared with a roommate, so you will want to be efficient with the items you bring.

• Bathroom/Shower (Towels, washcloths, hand towels, robe, shower shoes, shower tote). Personal items may not be left in the bathroom.
• Bathroom rug (optional).
• Bedding (Blankets, pillows and pillowcases, twin-sized mattress pad, and sheets. The mattress is W 36” x L 80” x H 6”).
• Clothes (including coat, hat, and gloves for colder months).
• Health/Personal Care (basic first aid supplies, bandaids, cold packs, dehumidifier, humidifier, ace bandages, sunscreen, chapstick).
  • • Medications. All prescription and over-the-counter medications must be turned into the nurse. Vitamins and over-the-counter antacids, such as Tums, may be kept in student rooms. Students who use an inhaler, EpiPen, or birth control medication may keep these in their rooms, provided a specific form is completed with a doctor’s orders stating that the student is authorized to self-administer these medications. For more information, please refer to the Health and Medication Information in the Handbook.
• Water bottle.
• Kitchen (cup, plate, small dishes, utensils, cleaning sponge, and cookware). Delta Dorm kitchens have dish soap that is available to use.
  • • A plastic bin with a lid is required to store non-perishable food items in the residence hall rooms.
    • Small refrigerators (no larger than 3.6 cubic feet in size) are allowed. To promote energy efficiency, older models (dating before 2007) are prohibited. Delta Dorm has three large community refrigerators for students to use.
• Laundry (quarters, laundry basket/bag, high-efficiency detergent, dryer sheets/fabric softener, clothes hangers). Irons and ironing boards are provided by request in laundry rooms.
• Personal toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, body soap, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, brushes/combs).
• Room Supplies (3M Command Hooks, painter’s tape, small electric fan). Residence hall bedrooms are heated, but not air-conditioned.
  • • A floor or desk lamp with light bulbs to fit the specific wattage required for the lamp. (Paper lampshades, halogen lamps, clip-on, or wrap lamps are prohibited due to fire risk.)
    • Keychain to keep track of keys. 
• School Supplies (backpack and other school supply essentials).
  • • Office supplies (envelopes, stamps, stationery, tape, stapler).
• Tech (alarm clock, headphones, UL-listed surge protector, charging cords/cables). Extension cords and outlet multiplier plugs are prohibited.
  • • Batteries and chargers needed for electronic devices.
• Bicycle, helmet, and a lock (optional). Bicycles must be stored outside at the bike racks.

• Alcoholic beverage containers and caps, nicotine, and drug paraphernalia (wine bottles, poppers, pipes, lighters, cigarettes, vape pens) are not allowed in rooms for decoration or use. Such items, even if empty, and found in rooms are grounds for a suspension or cancellation of the Residential Life Agreement, per the chemical use policy.
• Certain appliances including, but not limited to: water coolers, air conditioners, irons, halogen lamps/bulbs, mercury bulbs, popcorn poppers, hot plates, coffee pots, microwaves, stoves, coffee makers, grills, bread makers, rice cookers, space heaters, electric potpourri pots, extension cords, toasters, heated electric blankets, electric heating pad, pizza ovens, or any other heat-producing electrical appliances. (A refrigerator, microwave, and toaster is provided in the kitchens for student use).
• Candles, incense, matches, fireworks, or lighters.
• Spray paint or any oil-based paint. These items must be stored at school, if needed for art projects.
• Students may not possess, display, use, or carry weapons of any kind, including, but not limited to, fake firearms of any type, super-soaker water guns, replica weapons, pepper spray, air guns, explosives, ammunition, knives, swords, or any other weaponry.
• Tattoo and body piercing tools and accessories.
• Pets. Unfortunately, no pets of any kind are allowed.
• Audio/visual materials (e.g., CDs, DVDs, streaming services, video games) or physical materials (including posters and photos) that depict sexual acts, nudity, excessive profanity, extreme violence and gore (such as body mutilation or blood), or the use of drugs, alcohol, smoking, or vaping are strictly prohibited in the residence hall.
• Avoid bringing items of extreme monetary or sentimental value, such as jewelry, excessive cash, or other expensive items. Although rooms should be kept locked at all times by students, we cannot guarantee the safety of personal items. Perpich Arts High School assumes no responsibility for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property.
• Holiday light strings that have “temporary use” or “Only use for 90 days” on the tag.
• Scissors, crafting knives, cooking knives, multi-tools, and medications are not allowed in rooms. All sharp items will be stored with Residential Life Staff and can be checked out when needed.
• Items that may damage the walls. You are responsible for ensuring you use adhesives that can be removed without damaging the walls. When looking at adhesive options, read the labels to find items with words like “damage-free” or “removable.” It is also important that you review and follow the directions provided. In particular, DO NOT use the adhesive backing that comes with LED light strips. It will significantly damage the walls when you remove it while preparing to move out — trust us, we’ve repeatedly seen the damage left behind. You may be charged when you move out if you use adhesives that significantly damage the walls.

The Residential Life Staff are adult staff responsible for the students and their primary support within the living environment. They provide guidance and support for personal development, disseminate information, build community, and help to enforce the Perpich Arts High School policies. Residential Life Staff is present in Delta Dorm at all times that students are in the building.

Additionally, the medical staff includes a school nurse, who is also present at the residence hall in the mornings before school, and an evening nurse Sunday-Thursday. The Perpich Campus has a security guard onsite during school hours.

Curfew is 9:30 p.m. Sunday – Thursday and 11:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday for students eligible to stay on the weekend. All students, including age 18 or older, must receive approval from their legal guardian and Director of Residence Life to leave campus overnight or have a late curfew. Legal Guardians must call Residence Life Staff. During the school day, the dorm is locked and students may return only if they have a pass, either to pick up forgotten items needed for school or if they are sick.

When not in scheduled classes, students may leave campus at their discretion at any time between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and curfew. We support student’s autonomy to make their own decisions while highly valuing the safety and responsibility of each student. Students are required to sign in and out of the residence hall when leaving the building and at curfew.

Tier 1 residents (students who live 0 to 50 miles from the school) must vacate the residence hall every weekend by 6:00 p.m. There are occasional weekends in which a guardian may request permission from the Director of Residential Life to stay on campus for school-sponsored events, rehearsals, or performances only.

Tier 2 residents (students who live over 50 miles from the school) may stay on campus for weekends that the residence hall is open per the school calendar. Students who stay for the weekend must have Parents/Guardians notify Residential Life Staff if their student will not be in the residence hall for any part of the weekend.

Building community is an important element of a student’s success while living in the residence hall. All residents are required to attend their weekly Wing Meeting and all scheduled Residential Life meetings. Students will also be required to participate each semester in a small number of community opportunities that are offered. There are many options for students to choose from, including: game nights, health and wellness events, life coaching, cooking classes, outdoor adventures, movies, off-campus trips, and much more.

Students who regularly connect with their peers and staff will have a greater experience of connection and feeling of support and inclusion. An involved, safe, and engaging community is what we are striving for in each school year!