VISION: We at MES believe all students can achieve, and we hold ourselves to the highest of expectations. All individuals work with compassion, honesty, integrity, and fairness to promote and develop character and to create a safe, fair, positive environment conducive to student learning. Our learning community works diligently to recognize and address the diverse needs of all student populations and implement and promote a research-based, rigorous curriculum that addresses various learning styles in order to maximize student achievement. We have a firm understanding that parents, teachers, students, community members, and all other stakeholders must act as a team, sharing the responsibility of academic, intellectual, social, emotional, and technological growth of all students at MES.
continuous training (through reading professional literature, through study, and through participation in professional organizations) to keep us cognizant of trends in the profession as well as the needs of changing youth in a changing society. McGehee School is dedicated to the purposes of education for all the students within the boundaries of its district. The school is organized and administered to provide students adequate educational opportunities necessary for good citizenship. Therefore, we believe that our program should provide opportunities through classroom experiences and extra-curricular activities to teach students to participate in fundamental democratic processes. We recognize the responsibility we have to adapt our school program to the basic needs of our society - educational, social, economic, scientific, and technological. We also recognize that as our society changes, we must develop new curriculums that modify techniques already employed. Our total school program strives to prepare students for education in institutions of higher learning and/or to provide students with specific skills knowledge and abilities for employment. We believe there should be a correlation of effort between students and teachers, between teachers and administrators, and between school and community to aid students in planning their programs of study to meet the total needs of the total school community.
MISSION: We at McGehee Elementary School are dedicated to preparing the students of today to be the leaders of tomorrow. Our staff is prepared to challenge all students to strive for their highest possible personal development— intellectually, physically, emotionally, technologically, and socially. Faculty, students, parents, and community, working together as a team, will strive toward a common goal of quality education. PHILOSOPHY OF THE MCGEHEE SCHOOL DISTRICT We realize that we owe the community the best educational program possible. We realize too that the school board, the administration, and the faculty have an obligation to the community to provide an educational program that will meet the total needs of the citizenry of the community. We believe that our program will only be as strong as those who plan and administer it. Therefore, we plan for ourselves a program of
ENROLLMENT INFORMATION INITIAL ENROLLMENT Children who enter the McGehee School District Pre-School must be four years old on or before August 1st. All students who enroll in McGehee Elementary School for Pre-School must have documentation of residency in the McGehee School District. The following documentation of age will be accepted: 1
*Birth Certificate *Statement by the local registrar or a county recorder certifying the child’s date of birth *Attested baptismal certificate *Passport *Affidavit of the date and place of birth by the child’s parent or guardian *Previous school records *Military records *Social security number *Other documentation, as provided by law shall be required to enroll in school
the child is seeking enrollment and the child has successfully completed a kindergarten program in a public school in Arkansas. Any child who has been enrolled in the first grade in a state-accredited or state-approved elementary school in another state for a period of at least sixty (60) days, who will become age six (6) years during the school year in which he/she is enrolled in grade one (1), and who meets the basic residency requirements for school attendance may be enrolled in the first grade. Students who move into the District from an accredited school shall be assigned to the same grade as they were attending in their previous school (mid-year transfers) or as they would have been assigned in their previous school. Home-schooled students shall be evaluated by the District to determine their appropriate grade placement. In order for a person under the age of eighteen (18) years to establish a residence for the purpose of attending the District’s schools separate and apart from his or her parents, guardians, or other persons having lawful control of him or her under an order of a court, the person must actually reside in the District for a primary purpose other than that of school attendance. However, a student previously enrolled in the district who is placed under the legal guardianship of a noncustodial parent living outside the district by a custodial parent on active military duty may continue to attend district schools. A foster child who was previously enrolled in a District school and who has had a change in placement to a residence outside the District, may continue to remain enrolled in his/her current school unless the presiding court rules otherwise. Under instances prescribed in A.C.A. § 6-18203, a child or ward of an employee of the district or of the education coop to which the district belongs may enroll in the district even
Children who enter Public School Kindergarten must be five years old on or before August 1. The following documentation of age will be accepted: *Birth Certificate *Statement by the local registrar or a county recorder certifying the child’s date of birth *Attested baptismal certificate *Passport *Affidavit of the date and place of birth by the child’s parent or guardian *Previous school records *Military records *Social security number *Other documentation, as provided by law shall be required to enroll in school All students who initially enroll in McGehee Elementary School for grades Kindergarten - 6th must have documentation of residency in the McGehee School District. To enroll in a school in the District, the child must be a resident of the District, meet the criteria outlined in policy concerning homeless students or students who are foster children, be accepted as a transfer student, or participate under a school choice option and submit the required paperwork as required by the choice option. Any child may enter first grade in McGehee Elementary School if the child will attain the age of six (6) years during the school year in which 2
though the employee and his/her child or ward reside outside the district. Students who move into McGehee Elementary School from an accredited school shall be assigned to the same grade as they were attending in their previous school (mid-year transfers) or as they would have been assigned in their previous school. Home-schooled students shall be evaluated by the District to determine their appropriate grade placement. The district shall make no attempt to ascertain the immigration status, legal or illegal, of any student or his/her parent or legal guardian presenting for enrollment.
parent/guardian does not want to release this number to the school, a nine digit identification number will be assigned to the student. MSD will not use, display, release or print a student’s social security number or any part of the number on any report, identification card, identification badge or any document that will be made available or released to the public, to a student or a student’s parent or guardian without the express written consent of the student’s parent if the student is a minor. IMMUNIZATION No child will be admitted to public school without his/her required immunizations. It is the responsibility of the parents to see that the child received these immunizations before entry to school.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION All enrolling preschool and kindergarten students have a comprehensive preschool examination. This examination must be administered by a licensed physician. All enrolling kindergarten students shall be evaluated with the Early, Periodic, Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment or its equivalent. The EPSDT or its equivalent shall occur either within two years prior to or within 90 days after the student’s initial enrollment in kindergarten. If a child does not attend kindergarten, the EPSDT or its equivalent shall occur within two years prior to or within 90 days after the student’s initial enrollment in first grade. Any pupil may be excused from the examination on presentation of a certificate from a reputable physician that he has recently examined the pupil or on presentation of a written statement of the pupil’s parent or guardian that he objects to the examination of his child or ward, but this provision shall not be applicable in case of a pupil suspected of having a contagious infectious disease. (Ark. Code Ann. 6-18-701)
Required Immunizations are: 4 DTap (Diptheria, Pertussis (whooping cough) and Tetanus 3 Polio 2 MMR 2 Chicken Pox (2 Varicella) 3 Hepatitis B 1 Hepatitis A (Kindergarten and 1st) 1 Tdap—students that will be 11 years old by Sept. 1st The last dose of DPT and Polio must have been administered after the child’s fourth birthday. The MMR must have been administered after the child’s first birthday. A maximum of 30 calendar days will be given to new students to bring immunization records into compliance with Arkansas State Law. The only proof of immunization that will be accepted is a certificate signed by a licensed physician, a local Health Department or the Military Service, acknowledging the same. A student enrolled in the District who has an immunization exemption may be removed from school during an outbreak of the disease for which the student is not vaccinated at the discretion of the Arkansas Department of Health. The student may not return to the school
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS Act 838 of 1991 mandates that the school must have each student’s social security number. If a 3
until the outbreak has been resolved and the student’s return to school is approved by the Arkansas Department of Health.
The District shall approve all such applications unless the approval would cause the District to have a net enrollment loss (students transferring out minus those transferring in) of more than 3% of the previous year’s student enrollment. Any applications for transfer out of District denied due to the 3% limitation cap shall be given priority for a choice transfer the following year. The District may reject a nonresident’s application for admission if its acceptance would necessitate the addition of staff or classrooms exceed the capacity of a program, class, grade level, or school building, or cause the District to provide educational services not currently provided in the affected school. The District shall reject applications that would cause it to be out of compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding desegregation. Letters of rejection shall state the reason(s) for the rejection. The Board of Directors reserves the right, after a hearing before the board, not to allow any person who is currently under expulsion from another district to enroll in a District school. Students admitted under this policy shall be entitled to continued enrollment until they graduate or are no longer eligible for enrollment in the District’s school. Opportunity School Choice Unless there is a lack of capacity at the District’s school or the transfer conflicts with a federal desegregation order applicable to the District, a student who is eligible for transfer from a school identified under A.C.A. § 6-152103(c)(1) may enroll in a District school that has a performance category level 3 or higher as defined by A.C.A. § 6-15-2103(a) provided the student’s parent or guardian, or the student if over the age of eighteen (18), has successfully completed the necessary application process by July 1preceding the year of desired enrollment. For the purposes of this policy, a ―lack of capacity‖ is defined as when the school district
ENROLLMENT RESTRICTIONS It shall be the policy of McGehee School District to forbid enrollment of a student currently under disciplinary action in another school/school district. It shall further be the policy of McGehee School District to require alternative school scheduling for students officially accused of felonies involving physical threat or harm to others by law enforcement officials. Denial of school attendance will be imposed for extreme or severe cases until charges or penalties have been satisfactorily addressed. This policy also applies to any person who, by intimidation or duress, causes, aids, abets, encourages, solicits, or recruits a minor to become or remain a member of a group which he knows to be a criminal gang. SCHOOL CHOICE The Board will consider all applications for School Choice postmarked no later than May 1st. Applications must also be received by the resident school district by May1st. The Board shall notify the parent or guardian and the student’s resident district, in writing, of the Board’s decision to accept or reject the application by July 1st. The District shall advertise in appropriate print and broadcast media to inform students and parents in adjoining districts of the range of possible openings available under the School Choice program. The public pronouncements shall state the application deadline and the requirements and procedure for participation in the program. When considering applications, priority will be given to applications from siblings or step-siblings residing in the same residence or household of students already attending the District through school choice. 4
has reached the maximum student-to-teacher ratio allowed under federal, or state law, the Rules for the Standards of Accreditation, or other applicable rules. A student’s enrollment under the opportunity school choice provision is irrevocable for the duration of the school year and is renewable until the student completes high school or is beyond the legal age of enrollment. The District may provide transportation to and from the transferring district, but is not responsible for the cost of transporting the student if the student lives outside the District
4. The proposed schedule of instruction; and 5. The qualifications of the parent-teacher. To aid the District in providing a free and appropriate public education to students in need of special education services, the parents or legal guardians home-schooling their children shall provide information which might indicate the need for special education services. PLACEMENT OF HOME SCHOOLING , PRIVATE SCHOOLS, AND/OR STUDENTS FROM ACCREDITED OR NONACCREDITED SCHOOLS Any student transferring from a school accredited by the Arkansas Department of Education to another school accredited by the Arkansas Department of Education or private school shall be placed into the same grade the student would have been in had the student remained at the former school. Any student transferring from home school or a school that is not accredited by the Arkansas Department of Education to a school that is accredited by the Arkansas Department of Education shall be evaluated by the staff of that accredited school to determine that student’s proper placement in the accredited school. When a student enters the McGehee School District from a home school/non-accredited school, student placement will be at the discretion of a placement committee. The placement committee will be composed of the principal, the counselor, and other appropriate personnel. Placement will be made upon completion of evaluation by the committee, the administration of placement test and/or other indicators. Student placement criteria will vary depending on the age of the student, previous courses taken and the type of school he/she has been attending. Procedures (Grades K - 6th) 1. Any student desiring to enter the McGehee School District claiming to have been in a home
HOMESCHOOLING Parents or legal guardians desiring to provide a home school for the children must give written notice to the Superintendent of their intent to do so and sign a waiver acknowledging that the State of Arkansas is not liable for the education of their children during the time the parent chooses to home school. Notice shall be given: 1. At the beginning of each school year, but not later than August 15; 2. By December 15 for parents who decide to start home schooling at the beginning of the sprint semester; or 3. Fourteen (14) calendar days prior to withdrawing the child (provided the student is not currently under disciplinary action for violation of any written school policy, including, but not limited to, excessive absences) and at the beginning of each school year thereafter. The parents or legal guardian shall deliver written notice in person to the Superintendent the first time such notice is given and the notice must include: 1. The name, date of birth, grade level, and the name and address of the school last attended if any; 2. The location of the home school; 3. The basic core curriculum to be offered; 5
the student or student’s parents to provide transportation to or from the District, or both.
school must have proof that his/her application for home schooling has been filed with the student’s previous school district. 2. Students will be given a general achievement test to determine if the student is eligible for grade level placement. If the student has participated in the Arkansas Benchmark testing, ITBS testing or the equivalent, the results can be used in lieu of another test. 3. Should a student not achieve satisfactorily on the achievement test, grade placement. A placement conference will be held for any student whose scores fall below the 25th percentile on any of the basic battery (reading, language arts, and mathematics). Conference participants shall include an administrator, counselor, parent(s), and other school personnel deemed necessary. The McGehee Elementary School shall retain the option to consider age appropriate placement. 4. A home-schooled/non-accredited school student could be eligible for A Honor/A-B Honor graduate status if he/she has been continuously enrolled at McGehee Elementary School for 6 consecutive semesters. Example: The student must be at McGehee Elementary his/her 4th, 5th and 6th grade years. 5. A student who was previously identified as eligible for special education services or a student with limited English proficiency (LEP) will be placed at the appropriate grade level by the student’s IEP team (special education) or the language placement committee (LEP). An LEP student may be temporarily placed at the level the student requests until the LEP placement committee has assembled data to make a permanent placement. Except as otherwise required or permitted by law, the responsibility for transportation of any nonresident student admitted to a school in this District shall be borne by the student or the student’s parents. The District and the resident district may enter into a written agreement with
HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION The district may provide homebound instruction for those students who are unable to attend regular school instruction. Need for such programs shall be based on individual student needs and shall be provided in accordance with appropriate rules and regulations. The following procedure will be used in preparing a home student plan: 1. It is the responsibility of the student/parent to notify the school of situations that may necessitate a student being out of school for a prolonged period due to injury, illness, or other medically approved reasons. Notification should occur before and during the period of absence before exceeding the allowable nine (9) day absences per semester. 2. If absences extend beyond nine (9) days due to extenuating circumstances, student/parent must sign a contract with the teacher stipulating a deadline for make-up work. The student will meet with the counselor, principal and individual teacher to prepare a homebound student plan. Coordination with individual classroom instructors is necessary to insure that everything possible is being done to allow the student to keep up with classroom assignments. 3. A file will be established in the counselor’s office for homework. 4. The teacher will place the assignments in the student’s file and remove work to be graded once a week. 5. A visiting time will be set for the student. 6. If the student cannot visit the campus, someone from the district will visit the home and provide this instruction. 7. The school district reserves the right to ask for a doctor’s statement for justification of the homebound instruction as well as a second opinion.
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8. Video and audio cassettes may be used to support the program. 9. Upon returning to school, students will be given the same amount of days to make up the work during the current school year as the number of days they were classified as homebound. 10. Failure to follow these policies will result in the loss of credit.
expected to work on grade level. Grades will be given accordingly. A Honor Roll: An Honor student will earn all ―A’s‖ for each semester. A-B Honor Roll: An A-B Honor student will earn all ―A’s‖ and ―B’s‖ for each semester. HOMEWORK POLICY INTRODUCTION Homework, properly designed, carefully planned, and geared to the development of the individual student meets a real need and has a definite place in the educational program. It is assigned to help the student become self-reliant, learn to work independently, improve the skills that have been taught, and complete certain projects. Homework assignments also afford a way for parents to acquaint themselves with the school programs and their own child’s educational progress. Because of individual differences and needs of pupils to experience the same kind of homework in connection with their school instruction, the teacher must consider the ability of each student in assigning homework.
GRADING Grading Scale The following letter grades will be used as the grading scale for McGehee Elementary Kindergarten. S=Satisfactory N=Need Improvement U=Unsatisfactory The following letter grades will be used as the grading scale for McGehee Elementary grades 1 - 6. A = 90 - 100 B = 80 - 89 C = 70 - 79 D = 60 - 69 F = Below 60
PHILOSOPHY The McGehee School District believes homework to be an integral part of each student’s educational program. It also recognizes the importance of developing good study habits and responsibility for assignments. Whenever homework is given, it should be based on one or more of the following purposes: 1. To reinforce what was learned in class. 2. To practice what was learned in class. 3. To finish what was started in class. 4. To research a topic chosen or assigned in class. 5. To study independently a topic started in class. 6. To explore new areas of study. 7. To encourage reading.
P.E., Music, Library, Character Ed. and Art grades will be graded under a separate grading scale: CR = Credit NC = Non-Credit A conduct grade will be given by the homeroom teacher: O = Outstanding S = Satisfactory N = Needs Improvement U = Unsatisfactory Grades assigned to students for performance in a course shall reflect only the extent to which students have achieved the expressed academic objective of the course. Students will be
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to be promoted to the next level, successful progress has to be made on identified criteria for kindergarten through sixth grade. Parents will receive written documentation of what will be considered successful progress for his/her child’s grade level and what the identified criteria is at each grade level. Students not making successful progress will be identified at the 3rd nine week progress report. A parent/student/teacher conference will be held to strengthen the home/school connection in assisting the student in making successful progress for promotion. A second conference will be held at the end of the third nine weeks to review the student’s progress. Subsequent conferences may be held at any time. The student’s promotion will be determined at the end of the school year. The final decision for promotion to the next grade will be made by the school personnel. As stipulated by Arkansas law in Act 1467 of 2003 and Act 35 of 2004, beginning in the 2005 - 2006 school year, students in grades one through six, identified for an AIP who do not participate in the remediation program, shall be retained. The school will determine the extent of the required participation in remediation as set forth in the student academic improvement plan. Any student who has an AIP and fails to remediate, but scores at the proficient level on the criterion-referenced assessments shall not he retained. Kindergarten retention - Students who do not achieve 80% mastery of Kindergarten skills and do not attend Summer Enrichment will be retained in Kindergarten. For those students who attend Summer Enrichment a meeting will be held with the parent, teacher, and administrator to determine final placement. Grade 1st - 6th - Students must master grade appropriate reading and math skills. Student grades, test scores, teacher recommendation, attendance, and parent participation in parent/teacher conferences will be considered.
DEFINITION Homework is an extension of the regular school day. Therefore, whenever homework is given, it should supplement, compliment and reinforce classroom teaching and learning. Teachers will not use homework as a disciplinary measure. AMOUNT Kindergarten: Students may be assigned homework at the kindergarten level. Grades 1 & 2: Students may be assigned homework for 20 minutes a night. Grades 3 & 4: Students may be assigned homework for 45 minutes a night. Grades 5 & 6: Students may be assigned homework for an average of one hour a night. *These times include a total for all subjects combined. MAKE-UP OPPORTUNITIES AND PROCEDURES Teachers will present students with makeup work when returning from absence(s). Parents must call before 9:00 a.m. to request make-up work and pick it up between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. The student will be given the same number of days to make up the work as the number of days absent excluding the day they return to school if it was assigned to the student the day prior to the absence. Work may not be made up for credit for absences in excess of the number of allowable absences in a semester unless the absences are part of a signed agreement as permitted by policy 4.7—ABSENCES. PROMOTION/RETENTION POLICY The McGehee School District recognizes the importance of students making successful progress for promotion to the next grade. We feel it is imperative to have a supportive home/school connection. In order for a student 8
CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT McGehee Elementary School will operate fully within the framework of the following Code of Student Conduct:
6. Students will line up by class when bell rings before entering building. 7. Eating, drinking or gum chewing during activity periods will not be allowed.
A. CLASSROOM CONDUCT 1. Each student will be responsible for following his/her classroom teacher’s set of rules. 2. No student will be allowed to display any disruptive behavior which will interfere with the learning environment of the classroom. 3. Students will be expected to care for their textbooks, furniture and equipment. 4. Eating, drinking or gum chewing in classroom will not be allowed.
D. CAFETERIA CONDUCT 1. Lunches may be purchased for the week or for the day. 2. One carton of milk is furnished with the meal. Extra milk may be purchased with a lunch. 3. Students will refrain from taking food and/or other cafeteria items including utensils, napkins, etc. from the cafeteria. 4. Students will be responsible for removing paper from the table and floors at their seat in the cafeteria.
B. HALLWAY CONDUCT 1. Students will walk in the third block in the right. 2. Students will be quiet in the hallways. 3. Students will go to the restroom, water fountains and playgrounds as quickly as possible. 4. Students will use the restroom or be in the halls between classes only, except in case of emergency.
RULES: Remain seated with your feet in front of you. Use your inside voice. Eat only your own food. Remain silent for the last 5 minutes of your lunch period. ATTENTION SIGNAL: Duty person will hold up 1, then 2, then 3 fingers. Students will hold up fingers also, with all silent by the third finger. CONSEQUENCES: Yellow circles will be given to students to signal ―warning.‖ They will be last to leave the cafeteria and will discuss with duty person what rule was broken and what will be done different the next day. Red circles will be given if students break rule after being warned. These students will walk the perimeter of the play area for ten minutes of their activity period. Classroom teachers or student will write in agenda C-red or C-yellow to notify parents that student has broken cafeteria rule(s).
C. PLAYGROUND CONDUCT 1. The playground duty teacher is to be obeyed by all students on the playground. All playground problems will first be taken to the duty teacher. 2. For the safety of students, no pushing, hitting, wrestling or fighting type activities are allowed. Students are expected to participate in approved, organized game activities. 3. Students must stay within the boundaries of their playground and in sight of the duty teachers. 4. Rock, dirt and wood-chip throwing will not be allowed on the playground. 5. Playing ball before school will not be allowed. 9
E. BUS CONDUCT/CONSEQUENCES Riding a bus to and from school or on a field trip is a privilege. With that privilege goes the responsibility of obeying the following regulations: 1. Follow directions of the driver the first time they are given. 2. Stay in your seat. 3. Keep all parts of your body inside the bus. 4. Keep your hands and feet to yourself. 5. Do not litter, write on, or damage the bus in any way. 6. No cursing, swearing, or loud talking. 7. No food or beverages may be consumed on the bus during regular school routes. Driver warns students, talks to him/her, and may assign the student a specific seat. If a student continues to misbehave, he/she will be referred to the principal. Consequences: 1st time - Student warned and parent notified. Meeting will be held with principal, student, parents, and bus driver. 2nd time - Student suspended from bus for 2 days 3rd time - Student suspended from bus for 5 days 4th time - Student suspended from bus for 10 days 5th time - Student suspended from bus for the equivalent of one semester. During a bus suspension, the student is not allowed to ride any school bus. The student may ride a bus on field trips or to band up to principal discretion. Suspension of the bus privileges may be immediate and without warning depending upon the severity of the infractions. Fighting on the bus will result in an out of suspension.
MCGEHEE SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENT DISCIPLINE POLICIES This instrument has been prepared for the purpose of outlining expected behavior for students in McGehee School District. The McGehee School District recognizes that students are guaranteed full rights of citizenship by the United States Constitution and these rights may not be denied except in accordance with due process of the law. The district further recognizes that with these rights there are responsibilities which are designed to help all participants acquire the full benefits of the educational program regardless of race, sex, creed or national origin. The principal has the responsibility to see that McGehee School Board Policies are adhered to by developing and making available the building procedures. The McGehee School District has a responsibility to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the District’s students and employees. To help maintain a safe environment conductive to high student achievement, the District establishes policies necessary to regulate student behavior to promote an orderly school environment that is respectful of the rights of others and ensures the uniform enforcement of student discipline Students are responsible for their conduct that occurs at any time on the school grounds; off school grounds at a school sponsored function, activity or event; going to and from school or a school activity. A. SCHOOL ATTENDANCE If any student’s Individual Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan conflicts with this policy, the requirement of the student’s IEP or 504 Plan shall rule. Education is more than the grades students receive in their courses. Important as that is, students’ regular attendance at school is essential to their social and cultural development and helps prepare them to accept responsibilities they will face as an adult. Interactions with 10
other students and participation in the instruction within the classroom enrich the learning environment and promote a continuity of instruction which results in higher student achievement. All students who are five (5) years of age on or before August 1st of the year enrolled will be placed in Kindergarten. All children between the ages of five (5) and seventeen (17) shall attend school. The age for attending public school is between five (5) and twenty-one (21). It is the responsibility of the parent to make sure the student is in attendance at school.
8. Participation in the election poll workers program for high school students. 9. Absences granted to allow a student to visit his/her parent or legal guardian who is a member of the military and has been called to active duty, is on leave from active duty, or has returned from deployment to a combat zone or combat support. Number shall be at discretion of superintendent. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES: Absences not defined above, not having an accompanying note from parent/guardian (in excess of 6 illnesses), or not presented in the timeline required by this policy, shall be considered as unexcused absences. Students with 12 unexcused absences in a semester may not receive credit for that semester. At the discretion of the principal, the student may be denied graduation or promotion. Excessive absences shall not be a reason for expulsion or dismissal of a student. Students who attend in-school suspension shall not be counted absent for those days. Days missed due to out-of-school suspension or expulsion shall be unexcused absences. Zeros will be given for any work missed during out-of-school suspension.
EXCUSED ABSENCES: Excused absences are those where the student was on official school business or when the absence was due to one of the following reasons and the student brings a written statement to the school office upon his/her return to school from the parent or legal guardian stating such reason. A written statement present for an absence must be turned in within 5 days of the absence or it will not be accepted. 1. The student’s illness or when attendance could jeopardize the health of other students. A maximum of six (6) such days are allowed per semester unless the condition (s) causing such absences is of a chronic or recurring nature, is medically documented, and approved by the principal. 2. Death or serious illness in their immediate family. 3. Observance of recognized holidays observed by the student’s faith. 4. Attendance at an appointment with a government agency. 5. Attendance at a medical appointment. 6. Exceptional circumstances with prior approval of the principal; or 7. Participation in an FFA, FHA, or 4-H sanctioned activity;
Students shall not be absent, as defined in this policy, more than twelve (12) days in a semester. Letters will be sent home after 3, 6, 9, and 12 absences reminding the parent of accumulated absences. When a student has six (6) absences, his/her parent, guardian, or person in loco parentis shall be notified that the student has missed half the allowable days for the semester. Notification shall be by telephone by the end of the school day in which such absence occurred or by regular mail with a return address sent no later than the following school day.
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Whenever a student exceeds twelve (12) absences in a semester, McGehee Elementary School shall notify the truancy office/court and the parent, guardian, or person in loco parentis shall be subject to a civil penalty as described by law. Prompt arrival at school and staying the entire day is expected of all students. Late arrivals (tardies) and leaving early disrupt class and cause the loss of instructional time. Referrals to the truancy officer and/or court system will be made upon twelve (12) tardies or early checkouts in one semester. A student absent for ten (10) consecutive days will be dropped from the records unless the school is made aware of special circumstances to preclude this and/or is enrolled in hospital or home-bound services. The student will then be asked to re-enroll in school and fill out all necessary forms, including free/reduced lunch forms. Students having excessive absences due to illness, accident, or other unavoidable reasons may be given assistance in obtaining credit for their classes.
however to a costume or uniform worn by a student while participating in a school-sponsored activity or event. 4. See-through blouses or shirts, spaghetti strap blouses or dresses. Any shirt with a strap width less than two inches is NOT acceptable. 5. Shirts and blouses cannot hang loosely under the arm, they must not reveal undergarments. 6. Clothing with vulgar language or obscene pictures. 7. Headdress (e.g. hats, caps, bandannas, etc.) inside of buildings. 8. Clothing with vulgar, obscene, suggestive, or offensive messages, of which advertise or support violence, drugs, alcohol, or tobacco is not allowed at school. 9. Skirts (Dresses) or shorts must be no shorter than fingertip length. 10. Cosmetic and other personal grooming items are not appropriate for classrooms. 11. No shoes with wheels. 12. Spandex pants or leggings that do not have a top covering that meets the fingertip requirement length. 13. Pants with holes above the knee that allows skin to be revealed. 14. No pajamas or house shoes are to be worn without prior approval by the administration. Final decisions of wearing apparel will be at the discretion of the principal. This decision will be based on whether or not the clothing is disruptive to the educational process.
B. DRESS CODE Students should observe customs of good taste in school dress. Students who are dressed inappropriately must make the necessary dress changes as requested by the principal. Parents may be requested to bring the necessary clothing. If the parent is unavailable clothing will be provided by the school nurse. Repeat offenses may result in suspension. ATTIRE THAT WILL BE CONSIDERED INAPPROPRIATE 1. Halter tops and/or revealing necklines. 2. Bare midriffs 3. Students are prohibited from wearing, while on the school grounds during the school day and at school-sponsored events, clothing that exposes underwear, buttocks, or the breast of a female. This prohibition does not apply,
C. ELECTRONIC DEVICES OR TOYS Students are responsible for conducting themselves in a manner that respects the rights of others. Possession and use of any electronic device, whether district or student owned, that interferes with a positive, orderly classroom environment does not respect the rights of others and is expressly forbidden.
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―Electronic devices‖ means anything that can be used to transmit or capture images. Possession of any paging device, beeper, or similar electronic communication devices on the school campus during normal school hours is prohibited unless specifically exempted by the administration with prior authorization. Teachers have the authority to permit student use of their cell phones or other electronic devices for specific educational reasons if the teacher has received prior approval from administration. Students must abide by the guidelines the administration provides for any such authorizations. Students who fail to do so will be subject to the provisions of this policy. Other exceptions may be made by the building principal or his/her designee for health or other compelling reasons. Kindles, Nooks, and other E-readers (excluding IPods and IPhones) will be allowed for students during MIRP time or other time designated by the teachers. Electronic readers are only for reading materials, no game playing will be allowed. Reading material or content must be downloaded at home (content can’t be downloaded at school). Misuse of electronic devices includes, but is not limited to: 1. Using electronic devices during class time in any manner other than specifically permitted by the classroom instructor with prior approval of the principal. 2. Permitting an audible sound to come from the device when not being used for reason #1 above. 3. Engaging in academic dishonesty, including cheating, intentionally plagiarizing, wrongfully giving or receiving help during an academic examination, or wrongfully obtaining test copies or scores; 4. Using the device to take photographs in locker rooms or bathrooms;
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5. Creating, sending, sharing, viewing, receiving, or possessing an indecent visual depiction of oneself or another person. Use of an electronic device is permitted to the extent it is approved in a student’s individualized education program (IEP) or it is needed in an emergency that threatens the safety of students, staff, or other individuals. To protect the security of state originated tests that are administered as part of the Arkansas Comprehensive Testing, Assessment and Accountability Program (ACTAAP), no electronic device as defined in this policy shall be accessible by a student at any time during test administration unless specifically permitted by a student’s IEP or individual health plan. This means that when a student is taken an ACTAAP assessment, the student shall not have his/her electronic device in his/her possession. Any student violating this provision shall be subject to this policy’s disciplinary provisions. Any electronic device or toy will be taken up and returned only to parents/guardians. Consequences: 1st—Device will be kept for 1 school day 2nd—Device will be kept for 5 school days 3rd—Device will be kept for 10 school days All pagers will be turned over to the police. Audio electronic devices with headphones may be taken on field trips at the discretion of the building principal. The administration of McGehee Elementary School will not be held responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged electronic device and will not spend excessive time looking for stolen devices. D. DISTRIBUTION OF LITERATURE/SCHOOL NEWSPAPERS & OFFICIAL PUBLICATIONS Students shall have the right to distribute and process any form of literature including, but not limited to, newspapers, magazines, leaflets and pamphlets, except that the principal may prohibit a specific issue of a specific publication if there is a substantial, factual basis for believing its
possession or distribution will cause or is causing substantial disruption with school activities. The right of distribution shall extend to school grounds and buildings absent the requisite finding of disruption. The time, place and manner of student distribution of literature may be reasonably regulated by the principal provided such regulations: 1. Are uniformly applied to all forms of literature. 2. Do not prohibit distribution at times or places either inside or outside the school building for which no factual basis exists to conclude that any interference with school activities would occur. 3. Are specific as to places and times where distribution is prohibited. 4. Do not inhibit a person’s right to accept or reject any literature distributed in accordance with the rules. 5. Invitations shall not be distributed at school. The principal or any member of the school staff shall not require that literature, including school-sponsored publications, be submitted for approval or consent prior to distribution. The principal may require that no literature be distributed unless a copy thereof is submitted to the principal or designee no later than the time distribution commences.
F. SEARCH, SEIZURE, AND INTERROGATIONS The District respects the rights of its students against arbitrary instruction of their person and property. At the same time, it is the responsibility of school officials to protect the health, safety, and welfare of all students enrolled in the District in order to promote an environment conducive to student learning. The Superintendent, principals, and their designees have the right to inspect and search school property and equipment. They may also search students and their personal property in which the student has a reasonable expectation of privacy, when there is reasonable and individualized suspicion to believe such student or property contains illegal items or other items in violation of Board policy or dangerous to the school community. School authorities may seize evidence found in the search and disciplinary action may be taken. Evidence found which appears to be in violation of the law shall be reported to the appropriate authority. School property shall include, but not be limited to, lockers, desks, and parking lots, as well as personal effects left there by students. When possible, prior notice will be given and the student will be allowed to be present along with an adult witness, however, searches may be done at any time with or without notice or the student’s consent. A personal search must not be excessively intrusive in light of the age and sex of the student and the nature of the infraction. A school official of the same sex shall conduct personal searches with an adult witness of the same sex present. If the District makes a report to any law enforcement agency concerning student misconduct or if access to a student is granted to a law enforcement agency due to a court order, the principal or the principal’s designee shall make a good faith effort to contact the student’s parent, legal guardian, or other person having lawful control by court order, or person acting in
E. GUN-FREE CAMPUS The possession of weapons at school ―requires expulsion for students for a period of not less than one year for possession of any firearm or other weapon prohibited upon school campus by law; however, the superintendent shall have discretion to modify such expulsion requirements for a student on a case-by-case basis.‖
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loco parentis identified on student enrollment forms. The principal or the principal's designee shall not attempt to make such contact if presented documentation by the investigator that notification is prohibited because a parent, guardian, custodian, or person standing in loco parentis is named as an alleged offender of the suspected child maltreatment. This exception applies only to interview requests made by a law enforcement officer, an investigator of the Crimes Against Children Division of the Department of Arkansas State Police, or an investigator or employee of the Department of Human Services. State Law requires that Department of Human Services employees, local law enforcement, or agents of the Crimes Against Children Division of the Department of Arkansas State Police, may interview students without a court order for the purpose of investigating suspected child abuse. In instances where the interviewers deem it necessary, they may exercise a ―72-hour hold‖ without first obtaining a court order. Other questioning of students by non-school personnel shall be granted only with a court order directing such questioning, with permission of the parents of a student (or the student if above eighteen [18] years of age), or in response to a subpoena or arrest warrant. In instances other than those related to cases of suspected child abuse, principals must release a student to either a police officer who presents a subpoena for the student, or a warrant for arrest, or to an agent of state social services or an agent of a course with jurisdiction over a child with a court order signed by a judge. Upon release of the student, the principal or designee shall give the student’s parent, legal guardian or other person having lawful control by court order, or person acting in loco parentis notice that the student has been taken into custody by law enforcement personnel or a state’s social services agency. If the principal or designee is
unable to reach the parent, he or shall make a reasonable, good faith effort to get a message to the parent to call the principal or designee, and leave both a day and an after-hours telephone number. G. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT Class management will be based on the following discipline procedures. Elementary Assertive Discipline Rules: 1. Be in your assigned seat ready to work when the tardy bell rings. 2. Keep hands, feet, books and objects to yourself. 3. No swearing, rude gestures, cruel teasing or putdowns. 4. Follow all directions. KINDERGARTEN DISCIPLINE PLAN 1st Nine Weeks Discipline Plan: These offenses will be kept on a daily basis. 1st time: Warning 2nd time: Lose 5 Minutes Activity Period 3rd time: Lose ALL Activity Period and Parent Notification 4th time: Paddling/Principal (see consequences below if student cannot be paddled) 2nd Nine Weeks Discipline Plan: 1st time: Warning 2nd time: Lose 10 Minutes Activity Period 3rd time: Lose ALL Activity Period and Parent Notification 4th time: Paddling/Principal (see consequences below if student cannot be paddled) 3rd & 4th Nine Weeks Discipline Plan: 1st time: Warning 2nd time: Lose ALL Activity Period 3rd time: Paddling and Parent Notification 4th time: Principal (see consequences below if student cannot be paddled)
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*After a student has been placed in ISS three (3) times, the student may be suspended for one (1) day. *If the student is assigned out of school suspension, the parent MUST come and check him/her back into school the following day and meet with the principal. *After 4 missed recesses in one month, a mandatory parent conference will be scheduled. *Students who continually disregard school rules and policies or who have been sent for severe disruption may advance to corporal punishment or suspension without first losing noon recess.
SEVERE DISRUPTION: IMMEDIATELY SENT TO PRINCIPAL AND PARENT CALLED Consequences for students who cannot be paddled are as follows: *A student who cannot be paddled will receive one (1) complete day of placement in ISS or out of school suspension or the parent of the child may be asked to sit with his/her child in the classroom an entire day. *After a student has been placed in ISS three (3) times, the student may be suspended for one (1) day. *If the student is assigned out of school suspension, the parent MUST come and check him/her back into school the following day and meet with the principal. *Students who miss activity period will be assigned a time-out determined by the teacher/administration. *Students who continually disregard school rules and policies or who have been sent for severe disruption may advance to corporal punishment or suspension without first losing noon recess. GRADE 1 – 2 DISCIPLINE PLAN *These offenses will be kept on a daily basis. 1st time: Warning (Name on Board) 2nd time: 1 Check – Sit Out Noon Activity Period (Parent Notifications) 3rd time: 2 Checks – Paddling and Parent Notification (see consequences below if student cannot be paddled) 4th time: 3 Checks – Principal Referral
GRADES 3 - 6 DISCIPLINE PLAN *Third thru Sixth Graders’ offenses will be kept on a weekly basis. 1st time: Warning/Name on Board 2nd time: 1 Check - Lose Activity Period and Parent Notification 3rd time: 2 Checks Paddling with Parent Notification (see consequences below if student cannot be paddled) 4th Time: Principal SEVERE DISRUPTION: IMMEDIATELY SENT TO PRINCIPAL *A student who cannot be paddled will receive one (1) complete day of placement in ISS or out of school suspension or the parent of the child may be asked to sit with his/her child in the classroom an entire school day. *After a student has been placed in ISS three (3) times, the student may be suspended for one (1) day. *If the student is assigned out of school suspension, the parent MUST come and check him/her back into school the following day and meet with the principal. *A paddling from the teacher will be administered at the teachers discretion. *Students who continually disregard school rules and policies or who have been sent for a
SEVERE DISRUPTION: IMMEDIATELY SENT TO PRINCIPAL *Consequences for students who cannot be paddled are as follows: * A student who cannot be paddled will receive one (1) complete day of placement in ISS or out of school suspension or the parent of the child may be asked to sit with his/her child in the classroom an entire school day.
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severe disruption may advance to corporal punishment or suspension without first losing noon recess.
H. IN-SCHOOL-SUSPENSION (ISS) The focus of McGehee Elementary In-SchoolSuspension is to help students become successful in the classroom. Any student (K6th) exhibiting one or more of the following characteristics may be eligible for placement at any time. *Disruptive behavior *Aggressive behavior *Behavior which continually disrupts the classroom or school climate
MAJOR OFFENSES—These are offenses by students that will result in being sent automatically to the office for discipline –NO EXCEPTIONS:
The minimum placement in In-SchoolSuspension is one day. The maximum placement depends on the severity and the number of offenses. Additional days may be added by the director of the ISS classroom after consultation with the building principal. The final determination on placement is made by the principal. Misconduct in ISS may result in one (1) day of out of school suspension.
J. STUDENT CONDUCT NOT PERMITTED
MINOR OFFENSES—these are offenses by students that can be handled by the teachers themselves. In most cases retraining the students in procedures will be sufficient. A student is not to be sent to the office for these offenses. These offenses are assumed to be of a minor nature. If one of the offenses becomes a serious problem, the teacher would have exhausted many classroom management/discipline techniques including contact of parents, before sending them to the office:
Failure to bring appropriate materials to class Petty conflicts among students Disruptive behavior in the classroom, which is of a minor nature Missing assigned teacher detention the first scheduled time Not working in class after parent contact
Missing detention twice after parent contact Theft Leaving class without permission Obscene language or gesture Fighting Obscene pictures or literature Vandalism Smoking and/or possession of smoking materials or tobacco Possession, consumption, sale or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs Possession of fireworks, matches, lighter, or other caustic device Misuse of electronic telecommunication devices Cursing Verbal abuse of adults or students Open defiance/insubordination Threats by word or deed
Please be aware of the fact that while minimum and maximum penalties are listed; consequences including corporal punishment and other short term suspensions/consequences may be administered by the principal depending on the severity or frequency of disciplinary infractions. All student infractions will have the following consequences unless otherwise stated. *Consequences: Minimum - Parent Conference Maximum - Recommended Expulsion
Possession of gum, candy, toys, radios, etc. Failure to follow procedures
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1. Disregard of directions or commands – Students shall follow the directions and command of any staff member. 2. Disruption and interference with school – No student shall: a. Occupy any school building or properties with intent to deprive others of its use or where the effect thereof is to deprive others of its use. b. Block the doorway or corridor of any school building or property so as to deprive others of access. c. Prevent or attempt to prevent the convening or continued functioning of any school class, activity, lawful meeting or assembly on the school campus. d. Prevent students from attending a class or school activity. e. Block normal pedestrian or vehicular traffic on the school campus or adjacent grounds unless under the direction of a school administrator. f. Continuously and intentionally make noise or act in any other manner so as to interfere seriously with the teacher’s ability to conduct the class or any other school activity. g. In any manner by the use of violence, force, notice, coercion, threat, intimidation, harassment, fear, passive resistance, or any other conduct intentionally cause the disruption of any lawful process or function of the school or engage in any such conduct for the purpose of causing the disruption or obstruction of any such lawful process or function. h. Refuse to identify himself/herself on request of any teacher, principal, superintendent, school bus driver, school security officer or other school personnel. i. Encourage other students to violate any rule or school board policy. 3. Immorality - Students will not behave in any manner inconsistent with expected student behavior. 4. Fireworks - Any type of fireworks are prohibited on school grounds.
5. Gambling - No form of gambling will be allowed on school grounds. 6. Threats, physical or verbal, or assault to another person. A student shall not cause, attempt to cause, or threaten physical injury or behave in such a way to cause injury to another person. Arkansas Laws 513- 204-301 & 6-17113 requires the authority to be notified. Consequences: Minimum – Grades K-2: Parent Conference and zero (0) to five (5) days suspension Grades 3-6: Parent Conference and one (1) to five (5) days suspension Maximum- Recommended Expulsion 7. Weapons and Dangerous Instruments: No student shall possess a weapon, display what appears to be a weapon, or threaten to use a weapon while in school, on or about school property, before or after school, in attendance at school or any school sponsored activity, en route to or from school or any school sponsored activity or event. A weapon is defined as any knife, gun, pistol, revolver, shotgun, BB gun, rifle, pellet gun, razor, ice pick, dirk, box cutter, numchucks, pepper spray or other noxious spray, explosive, taser or other instrument that uses electrical current to cause neuromuscular incapacitation or any other instrument or substance capable of causing bodily harm. Possession means having a weapon, as defined in this policy, on the student’s body or in an area under his/her control. If, prior to any questioning or search by any school personnel, a student discovers prior to any questioning or search by any school personnel that he/she has accidentally brought a weapon to school on his/her person, in a book bag or purse, other than a firearm, and the student informs the principal or staff person immediately, the student will not be considered to be in possession of a weapon, unless it is a firearm. The weapon will be confiscated and held in the office until such time as the student’s parent/legal guardian shall pick 18
up the weapon from the school’s office. Repeated offenses are unacceptable and shall be grounds for disciplinary action against the student as otherwise provided for in this policy. Students found to be in possession on the school campus of a firearm shall be recommended for expulsion for a period of not less than one year.
container in which it was obtained from the pharmacists. In grades K-6, the substance will be dispensed from the nurse or his/her designee. All medication will be kept under lock and key. (See Health Services Section) A faculty member observing a student displaying unusual behavior and possibly under the influence of drugs shall take the student to the principal’s office. After observing and talking with the student, if the principal or his/her designee suspects drug abuse, the parent/guardian shall be notified. If the school is unable to reach the parent/guardian and the situation warrants, law enforcement or medical authorities may be notified. Disciplinary action may be taken following a complete investigation, if warranted. If a faculty member sees what appears to be a drug being transferred from one student to another, the students shall be taken immediately to the principal’s office. The principal or his/her designee shall secure from the student the known or suspected contraband in the presence of the faculty member. Evidence obtained shall be placed in an envelope, sealed and initialed by both staff members. The principal or his/her designee shall call law enforcement officials if suspected illegal drugs are confiscated. The suspected illegal drugs shall be handed to the law officer personally by the principal or his/her designee for appropriate action. The parent/guardian shall be contacted and notified of the situation concerning their child and given an opportunity to appear with the student before school officials.
Consequences: Minimum –Grades K-2: Parent Conference and zero (0) to ten (10) days suspension. Grades 3-6: Parent Conference and five (5) to ten (10) days suspension Maximum - Recommended Expulsion 8.Beer, alcoholic beverages or drugs - A student shall not possess, attempt to possess, consume, use, distribute, sell, buy, attempt to sell, attempt to buy, give to any person, or be under the influence of any substance as defined in this policy, or what the student represents or believes to be any substance as defined in this policy. This policy applies to any student who is on or about school property; is in attendance at school or any school sponsored activity; has left the school campus for any reason and returns to campus; is en route to or from school or any school sponsored activity. Prohibited substances shall include, but are not limited to, alcohol, or any alcoholic beverage, inhalants or any ingestible matter that alter a student’s ability to act, think or respond, LSD, or any other hallucinogen, marijuana, cocaine, heroin, or any other narcotic drug, PCP, amphetamines, steroids, ―designer drugs‖ lookalike drugs, or any controlled substance. Selling, distributing, or attempting to sell or distribute, or using over-the-counter prescription drugs not in according with the recommended dosage is prohibited. Controlled substances may be possessed and used by a student, who has a prescription for the substance, provided the substance remains in the
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9. Sharing, diverting, transferring, applying to others (such as needles or lancets), or in any way misusing medication or any medical supplies in their possession is prohibited. 10. Damage or destruction of school property - No person shall cause or attempt to cause damage or destruction of school property. The school district will attempt to recover damage or replacement costs from the student destroying the property. Parents will be held liable for damages caused by minors living with the parents as prescribed by law. 11. Theft - No person shall steal or attempt to steal property owned by the school or possessions of any person attending school or a public school function. Consequences: Minimum - Parent Conference Maximum - Recommended Expulsion 12. Disorderly Conduct - Students engaging in pushing, shoving, hitting, or any other activity that causes a severe disruption will result in immediate removal from their peers to the principal’s office. 13. Verbal Altercations - Causing confrontations or altercations by repeating or initiating information that causes ill feelings between individuals will be prohibited. Cursing – Cursing will not be tolerated. Consequences: Minimum—ISS (one day); Maximum—Ten (10) day suspension with the possibility of expulsion. Any student who curses any school employee will be immediately suspended for ten (10) days, plus possible persecution under Act 15665 of 2001. 14. Use of tobacco products - Use or possession of tobacco products by students while on campus will be prohibited. Smoking or use of tobacco or products containing tobacco in any form (including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and snuff) in or any real property owned or leased by a District school, including school buses owned or leased by the District, is prohibited.
15. Sexual advances, Assaults or Harassment - No student shall make inappropriate/sexual advances, statements, gestures, or physical assaults on any person while under the jurisdiction or on the premises of the McGehee School District. Penalties for breach of this rule may include but not be limited to, any one or any combination of the following consequences depending on the severity of the infraction: 1. Corporal Punishment 2. Suspension 3. Expulsion Recommendation 4. Prosecution 16. Gangs and Gang Activity - Gangs, secret societies, or other similar groups, whether organized in the community or in other settings, are prohibited on the school grounds and campus and at any school-sponsored activity. Gang related activity, whether genuine or a pretense that is identified by school officials will result in a five (5) day suspension up to a maximum of expulsion for the remainder of the semester. A second offense of gang related activities will result in a recommendation for expulsion for the remainder of the semester, the remainder of the school year, for one calendar year, or permanently. Students who are arrested for gang related offenses, regardless of where the offense may have occurred, may be expelled for the remainder of the semester, for the remainder of the school year, for one calendar year, or permanently, depending on the circumstance of the arrest. Gang related activities include but are not limited to such activities as wearing apparel associated with gangs, displaying gang insignia, ―throwing signs‖ or other gestures or language associated with gangs, intimidation, and threats. 17. Congregating - No person shall congregate around students engaged in any type of confrontation or altercation which impedes the progress of school officials to resolve the situation. 20
the other’s performance in the school environment. Bullying is a series of recurring actions committed over a period of time directed toward one student, or successive separate actions directed against multiple students. Students who bully another person shall be held accountable for their actions whether it occurs on the school equipment or property, off school property at a school sponsored or approved function, activity, or event; or going to or from school or a school activity. Students are encouraged to report behavior they consider to be bullying; including a single action which if allowed to continue would constitute bullying, to their teacher or the building principal. The report may be made anonymously. Teachers and other school employees who have witnessed, or are reliable informed that, a student has been a victim of behavior they consider to be bullying, including a single action which if allowed to continue would constitute bullying, shall report the incident(s) to the principal. Parents or legal guardians may submit written reports of incidents they feel constitute bullying, or if allowed to continue would constitute bullying, to the principal. The principal shall be responsible for investigating the incident(s) to determine if disciplinary action is warranted. The person or persons reporting behavior they consider to be bullying shall not be subject to retaliation or reprisal in any form. As required by Act 1437 of 2005, McGehee Elementary School’s policy will be that the person or persons who file a complaint about bullying will not be subject to retaliation or reprisal in any form. Bullying is prohibited while in school, on school property, in school vehicles, on school buses, at designated school bus stops, at school-sponsored activities, or at school sanctioned events. Students found to be in violation of this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and
18. Bullying means the intentional harassment, intimidation, humiliation, ridicule, defamation, or threat or incitement of violence by a student against another student or public school employee by a written, verbal, electronic, or physical act that may address an attribute of the other student, public school employee, or person with whom the other student or public school employee is associated and that causes or creates actual or reasonably foreseeable: a. Physical harm to a public school employee or student or damage to the public school employee’s or student’s property b. Substantial interference with a student’s education or with a public school employee’s role in education; c. A hostile educational environment for one(1) or more students or public school employees due to the severity, persistence, or pervasiveness of the act; or d. Substantial disruption of the orderly operation of the school or educational environment Electronic act means without limitation a communication or image transmitted by means of an electronic device, including without limitation a telephone, wireless phone or other wireless communications device, computer, or pager that results in the substantial disruption of the orderly operation of the school or educational environment. Electronic acts of bullying are prohibited whether or not the electronic act originated on school property or with school equipment, if the electronic act is directed specifically at students or school personnel and maliciously intended for the purpose of disrupting school, and has a high likelihood of succeeding in that purpose. Harassment means a pattern of unwelcome verbal or physical conduct relating to another person’s constitutionally or statutorily protected status that causes, or reasonable should be expected to cause, substantial interference with
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including expulsion. In determining the appropriate disciplinary action, consideration may be given to other violations of the student handbook which may have simultaneously occurred. 19. Unauthorized Departure - Unauthorized departure from school campus or school sponsored function is prohibited. All students must follow the correct check out procedure by being signed out by a parent or legal guardian. 20. Forgery - Students engaging in unauthorized signature of parent or legal guardian on any school document is not permitted. 21. Fighting - Fighting will not be tolerated in the MSD. Students engaging in aggressive behavior: hitting or other physical contact will be sent home for fighting and will receive zero credit for missed work. Minimum – 1st Offense – 3-5 Days Suspension 2nd Offense – 5-10 Days Suspension Maximum - Expulsion 22. Behavior not covered - McGehee School District reserves the right to punish behavior which is subversive to good order and discipline in the schools, even though such behavior is not specified in the preceding written rules. All students must, upon request, identify themselves to school authorities at school or any school function. Students at school sponsored events on or off the campus are governed by school rules and regulations and are subject to the authority of school personnel. Weapons or any other articles determined to be a threat to the safety or security of others shall be seized by school authorities. Any item which may interfere with the educational process may be removed from the student. No petition(s) may be circulated on campus without prior approval of the Superintendent of Schools. Administration (principal or person in charge) will report to the police any incidents the person has knowledge of or has received information
leading to a reasonable belief that a person has committed or threatened to commit an act of violence or any crime involving a deadly weapon on school property or while under school supervision. If the person making the report is not the superintendent, that person shall also inform the superintendent of the incident. Additionally, the principal shall inform any school employee or other person who initially reported the incident that a report has been made to the appropriate law enforcement agency. K. DISCIPLINE OF HANDICAPPED Handicapped students will follow the same guidelines and procedures as all other students unless the handicapping condition contributes to the problem. In such cases, alternate methods of discipline will be used. L. DUE PROCESS Students have the right to be immediately informed of alleged violations of standards of behavior as established by the McGehee Board of Education and to be informed of any appeal procedures that apply. M. CORPORAL PUNISHMENT Reasonable discipline may include the administration of corporal punishment to a student in the exercise of sound discretion by a licensed employee, provided that corporal punishment shall not be excessive or unduly severe. Corporal punishment will be administered according to the following requirements: 1. This method may be used only after other alternatives (including but not limited to counseling) have failed or in unusual circumstances. 2. It will be administered in the presence of at least one licensed employee in addition to the person dispensing it.
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3. It will not be administered in the presence of other students nor in a spirit of malice or anger, nor will it be excessive. 4. Before corporal punishment is administered, the student should be advised of the rule and infraction for which the student is being punished in the presence of the witness. If the student claims innocence, the licensed employee will permit the student to state his/her position which shall be considered prior to punishment. School officials are not required to conduct formal hearings prior to corporal punishment. 5. Refusal to take corporal punishment may result in suspension or other disciplinary measures. 6. Refusal by a parent/guardian for a child to receive corporal punishment shall result in a one (1) day suspension or placement in ISS. 7. The principal will be notified when corporal punishment is administered and a written report shall be filed in the principal’s office. A student and/or the student’s parent may question any part of the student’s disciplinary record maintained by the school district on the grounds that it is an inaccurate record or that the conduct did not warrant the discipline assessed. The principal will receive any evidence tendered on behalf of the student on the issue and will make such other necessary investigations. If the record is found to be inaccurate, it will be corrected, or if it is found that the student’s conduct did not warrant the discipline assessed, the record will be amended to reflect the finding. Disciplinary actions will not be entered on the student’s permanent record card except for expulsions. Individual records shall be treated as confidential and disclosed only with permission of the student if he or she is an adult or the student’s parent if the student is a minor or under court order to the public authorities requesting information in the course and scope of their legal duties.
N. SUSPENSION Students may be suspended from school for insubordination or behavior which is detrimental to the learning process and effective operations of an educational institution. Students who are suspended will receive no credit for work missed. Suspension from school may be from 1-10 days by the principal or his/her designee without having a right to appeal other than to the superintendent. Students who are suspended will not be permitted on any school campuses, to attend or participate in assemblies, athletic contests, or any school sponsored activity. During the period of their suspension, students serving out of school suspensions shall not be permitted on campus except to attend a student/parent/administrator conference. During the period of their suspension, students serving in school suspension shall not attend any school sponsored activities during the imposed suspension nor shall the student participate in any school sponsored activities. The parent will be notified by phone and mailed a letter stating the reason for the suspension, and the number of days the student will be suspended. A parent must come for a conference when the child returns to school. O. EXPULSION The Board of Education is authorized to expel a student for the remainder of the semester, the remainder of the year, or permanently for behavior it deems to be of such gravity as to make a suspension inappropriate. The Superintendent shall give written notice to the parent or guardian (mailed to the address reflected on the school district records) that he has recommended to the Board of Education a student be expelled and the notice shall contain a statement of reasons for this recommendation. The notice shall reflect the date, hour, and place where the Board of Education will consider and 23
At the conclusion of the hearing, the Board’s decision on the question of expulsion will be made in an open meeting.
dispose of the recommendation, and such hearing shall be conducted not earlier than three (3) calendar days, nor more than seven (7) calendar days, following the date of the notice, except that representatives of the Board and student may agree in writing to a date not conforming to this limitation. The President of the Board, or in his/her absence another member selected by the Board, shall preside at the hearing which will be a public hearing. (Act 441 of 1979 amends the Freedom of Information Act to allow school boards to consider pupil suspension matters in executive session if such is requested by the parent or guardian of the student.) The Superintendent may present any evidence, including statements of those persons having personal knowledge of the events and circumstances giving rise to the expulsion recommendation, at the hearing. The student or his representative, may then present statements of any persons with personal knowledge of events or circumstances relevant to the issues. Normally, formal cross-examination will not be permitted. However, if during the course of the hearing the Board determines that credibility of any of the witnesses is an issue, then it will permit cross-examination by the student and the Superintendent (or their representative) of those witnesses as to whom credibility has become an issue. Such cross-examination shall be limited to the question or questions as to which the credibility of the witnesses has become an issue. Written questions may be submitted by the Superintendent or student to any witness presented by the other, and the witness will answer those which the Board deems material and relevant. Members of the Board may question any witness. It is noted that Arkansas law makes no provision for the taking of testimony under oath, and no sanctions for perjury, at proceedings such as these.
P. TITLE IX: In June 1972, Congress passed Title IX of the Education Amendments, a law which affects virtually every educational institution in the country. The law prohibits discrimination by sex in educational programs that receive federal funds. The law states in part that ―no person in the United States shall on the basis of sex be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under an education program or activity receiving federal assistance...‖ Male and female students must be eligible for benefits, services and financial aid without discrimination on the basis of sex. The superintendent of school will be the person designated as the grievance officer for Title IX. Q. COMPUTER RESOURCES The McGehee School District, through a cooperative venture with the Arkansas Public School Computer Network, makes available to staff and students the global resources of the Internet, as well as the computer resources of our local area network on campus. Through our computer resources, educators and students can communicate with others, share resources, search databases, and retrieve useful information. User accounts are provided, at no charge to students and staff of the school district, by the System Administrator and are bound by the following appropriate use policy. Activity on the McGehee School district computer system assumes agreement with the conditions of this policy. General Policy Provisions 1. This system is to be used for educational purposes only. All users should treat this facility
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with respect and recognize that access to the system or the Internet is a privilege not a right. 2. No illegal activity is permitted. 3. Proper courtesy should be observed at all times. 4. Playing Multi-User Dungeons (MUDs) is not an appropriate activity. 5. Keep your log-in and password private. Users who ―loan‖ an account or enable unauthorized access will lose their account immediately. 6. Due to the ―open‖ nature of the Internet, no liability will be assumed by the McGehee School District, any district employee, or any other participant in McGehee’s administration for the use or misuse of this system. It is the responsibility of each user to make good decisions as to what information is retrieved and what is done with that information. Any student or user under the age of eighteen agrees to make this policy known to his/her parents or guardians and obtain their approval to use the network computer resources of the McGehee Public School District. 7. It is the policy of McGehee School District to equip each computer with Internet filtering software designed to prevent users from accessing material that is harmful to minors (FCC Final Rules 11-125 August, 11, 2011 and 47 CFG 520c4). 8. Non-compliance with this policy will result in immediate removal of the users account. ―Zero tolerance‖ will be used against any user who chooses to use the system or Internet improperly. User Responsibilities 1. Use of network resources is recognized by the user as a privilege. 2. The user will cooperate with the certified or designated non-certified professional staff member that is present to monitor the student use of electronic online resources. 3. The user is responsible for following local, state, national, and international copyright,
intellectual property rights, and adhering to acceptable network use. 4. The user is responsible for protecting his/her own network account and is solely responsible for all actions taken while accessing and using information resources. 5. The user will work in a moral and ethical fashion that supports district educational goals. 6. The user will be responsible for adhering to the policies of other networks accessed. 7. The user will not violate the integrity of a network or computer system, change its performance or intentionally make it malfunction, or add or delete programs or information resources unless acting upon approved authorization from the System Administrator. 8. Student E-mail activity is prohibited. 9. In general, a user is not authorized to transfer programs to or from the district’s local area network. 10. A user’s privilege of access to remote electronic information resources shall be temporarily, or permanently, revoked for inappropriate use or violation of the district’s policy. In each specific case, such action must be initiated by the staff monitoring such activities. Violations shall be documented. Documented violations and repeated violations by a user shall be presented to the school administrator for appropriate action. GENERAL INFORMATION: MCGEHEE SCHOOL DISTRICT PARENT INVOLVEMENT POLICY The McGehee School District believes that all students can learn. The district accepts the responsibility of helping students achieve their highest potential of learning while fostering positive growth in social and emotional behaviors and attitudes. McGehee School District will convene an annual meeting to which parents are invited and 25
encouraged to attend to inform parents of their schools’ participation in the Title I Program. McGehee School District will encourage parents to become full partners in the education of their children and will encourage parent participation at all grade levels in the individual Title programs and activities. The McGehee School District assures that it has jointly developed with parents of all participating children a school-parent contract as a part of its parent involvement policy that outlines how parents, school staff, and students will share responsibility for improving student achievement. The district also assures that each Title I school will provide parents of participating children the following: Timely information about programs and school performance profiles and their child’s individual student assessment result, including an interpretation of such results. As part of McGehee Elementary’s Parental Involvement Plan, parents of students of all grade levels will be included in a variety of comprehensive and coordinated activities that encourage active parental involvement. Recognizing that communication between home and school should be regular, two-way, and meaningful, MES will: provided planned activities (Math, Science, and Literacy nights); provide a calendar of events for parents; a system to allow communication between the teacher and the parent; two scheduled parent teacher conferences; provide a parent center; schedule an open house and benchmark nights; encourage parents to visit with the principal, teacher and counselor regularly or if a need arises; and encourage parents to visit a child’s classroom during regular school hours and during scheduled events. As part of MES’s plan, the community will be included as a valuable resource in the school. The community as well as parents will be valued on the Advisory board for input of activities and policies. Another aspect of the plan includes
training of personnel to implement effective parental involvement strategies. PARENT RIGHTS TO PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Federal law allows parents to ask for the following information about the professional qualifications of the classroom teachers who instruct their child: 1. Whether the Arkansas Department of Education has licensed or qualified the teacher for the grades and subjects he or she teaches. 2. Whether the Arkansas Department of Education has decided that the teacher can teach in a classroom without being licensed or qualified under state regulations because of special circumstances. 3. The teacher’s college major; whether the teacher has any advanced degrees; and, if so, the subject of the degrees. 4. Whether any teachers’ aides or similar paraprofessional provide services to their child and if they do, their qualifications. Parents requesting any of this information should contact the principal. SCHOOL AND EDUCATIONAL RECORDS The family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380) states in part that ―all academic and personal records pertaining to individual students are confidential and can only be inspected by parents and school officials.‖ Laws and regulations require McGehee Public Schools to: 1. Provide parents who have parental rights and eligible students the opportunity to inspect educational records. 2. Provide parents and eligible students the opportunity to challenge the contents of the record when they believe it is inaccurate, misleading or an invasion of the student’s right to privacy. 3. Limit disclosure of information from a student’s records to those who have written 26
A student’s parent or the student, if over the age of 18, requesting to review the student’s education records will be allowed to do so within no more than forty five (45) days of the request. The district forwards education records, including disciplinary records, to schools that have requested them and in which the student seeks or intends to enroll. For purposes of this policy, the McGehee School District does not distinguish between a custodial and noncustodial parent, or a nonparent such as a person acting in loco parentis or a foster parent with respect to gaining access to a student’s records. Unless a court order restricting such access has been presented to the district to the contrary, the fact of a person’s status as parent or guardian, alone, enables that parent or guardian to review and copy his child’s records. If there exists a court order which directs that a parent not have access to a student or his records, the parent, guardian, person acting in loco parentis, or an agent of the Department of Human Services must present a file-marked copy of such order to the building principal and the superintendent The form for objecting to making directory information available is located in the back of the student handbook and must be completed and signed by the parent or age-eligible student and filed with the building principal’s office no later than ten (10) school days after the beginning of each school year or the date the student is enrolled for school. Failure to file an objection by that time is considered a specific grant of permission. The district is required to continue to honor any signed-opt out form for any student no longer in attendance at the district.
consent of the parent or eligible student, or to officials specifically permitted by law, to those of other schools in which the student seeks to enroll and (under certain conditions and for specific purposes) to local, state and federal officials. 4. The law also requires the school system to define ―directory information‖ and to inform parents and eligible students what it is and to explain how this can prevent any or all parts of directory information from being released. Directory items: a. Student’s name b. Grade line c. Participation in activities d. Height and weight, if members of athletic teams e. Dates of attendance f. Honors or awards received g. Schools attended h. Photographs Parents and eligible students may refuse to allow the release of any of the above items. They must notify the principal of the student’s school in writing and identify the specific information to be withheld. When a student has reached the age of 18 or is attending an institution of post-secondary education, the law states that ―the rights accorded to and the consent required of the parent of the student shall thereafter only be accorded to and required of the eligible student‖. Unless parental rights are terminated by the court, both parents have access to the child’s records. Documentation or termination of rights must be provided to the school by the custodial parent. Except when a court order regarding a student has been presented to the district to the contrary, all students’ education records are available for inspection and copying by the parents of his/her student who is under the age of eighteen (18). At the age of eighteen (18), the right to inspect and copy a student’s records transfers to the student.
PLACEMENT OF MULTIPLE BIRTH SIBLINGS The parent, guardian or other person having charge or custody of multiple birth siblings in grades pre-K through 6 may request that the 27
multiple birth siblings are placed in either the same or separate classrooms. The request shall be in writing not later than the 14th calendar day prior to the first day of classes at the beginning of the academic year. The school shall honor the request unless it would require the school to add an additional class to the sibling’s grade level. If one parent of multiple birth siblings requests a placement that differs from that of the other parent of the same multiple birth siblings, the school shall determine the appropriate placement of the siblings. The school may change the classroom placement of one or more of the multiple birth siblings if: There have been a minimum of 30 instructional days since the start of the school year; and After consulting with each classroom teacher in which the siblings were placed, the school determines the parent’s classroom placement request is: -Detrimental to the educational achievement of one or more of the siblings; -Disruptive to the siblings’ assigned classroom learning environment; or -Disruptive to the school’s educational or disciplinary environment.
any behavior problems that occur during the previous week in the classroom, outside the classroom, or on the bus. A check mark will be in the appropriate column beside the date, if there is a behavior report in the folder. Parents should review and discuss the papers with their child. Parents will sign the agenda and return it daily. Additional copies of the MES student agenda are $5.00 per agenda and MES Tuesday folder are $2.50 per folder. Each student is given one free copy at the beginning of the school year. Lost agendas and folders must be replaced at the parent’s expense. TELEPHONES The office telephone is a business phone. Parents may call and leave a message for students in case of a real emergency. MESSAGES AND INFORMATION It is the school’s policy to give only medical emergency messages. Before the messages are accepted, questions will be asked to determine that an actual emergency exists. Students will not be called to the phone. HEALTH SERVICES The purpose of the nurse in the school is to provide nursing intervention to improve student health and impact achievement and success. The school nurse will provide a variety of services. She will monitor immunization records, maintain health files, perform health screenings, and administer medications, provide nursing care for treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, basic first aid and emergency medical services, referrals and health education. The school nurse will perform screenings as mandated by state law. Vision and Hearing, BMI, and Scoliosis screenings will be performed on students. If there is an objection to this, you must send a letter to the nurse.
If a parent believes the school has not followed the requirements of this policy, the parent may appeal the multiple birth siblings’ classroom placement to the Superintendent. The Superintendent’s decision regarding the appeal shall be final. AGENDA The agenda is designed to keep the parent informed about the academic progress and any behavioral problems the student may be having. Parents are encouraged to send notes to the teacher in the folder or call the school for a conference any time they have comments or questions. The agenda will be sent home daily containing all the student’s work and reports of 28
Dispensing of Over-the-counter medications No over-the-counter drugs will be given at school without a prescribing practitioner’s written order as school personnel are not trained to determine when medications are needed.
examine the student to make sure they are free of any lice or nits. Each school may conduct screenings of students for head lice as needed. The screenings shall be conducted in a manner that respects the confidentiality of each student. It is good practice to check your child’s hair periodically and especially if he complains of itching. You should look on the hair shafts for very small white or grayish particles which stick to the shaft of hair. They resemble dandruff but do not fall off when touched.
Medical Diagnosis Information The school nurse will need information on each child who has a medical diagnosis, (e.g. ADD, ADHD, Asthma, etc.). Fill out both front and back of the student emergency contact card. This is VERY important for the nurse to be able to monitor for side effects of medication taken at home or outside of school.
Head Lice School Regulations The parent will need to treat their child and send the box top from the medication to show evidence of treatment. The parent will need to treat their child a second time in 7-10 days after the first treatment and send proof of the second treatment to school. When the child is found to have head lice the 3rd time the parents will be told verbally and by letter that the Health Department or Social Services will be called if the child is found with head lice the 4th time in one school year.
Communicable Diseases and Parasites Students with communicable disease or with human host parasites that are transmittable in a school environment shall demonstrate for other students by not attending school while they are capable of transmitting their condition to others. Students whom the school nurse determines are unwell or unfit for school attendance or who are believed to have a communicable disease or condition will be required to be picked up by their parent or guardian. Specific examples include, but are not limited to: chicken pox, measles, scabies, conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), impetigo, MRSA, streptococcal and staphylococcal infections, ringworm, mononucleosis, Hepatitis A, B, or C, mumps, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. A student who has been sent home by the school nurse will be subsequently readmitted, at the discretion of the school nurse, when the student is no longer a transmission risk. In some instances, a letter from a health care provider may be required prior to the student being readmitted to the school. The parents or legal guardians of students found to have live lice or nits will be asked to pick their child up at school. The parents or legal guardians will be given information concerning the eradication and control of head lice. Before students may be readmitted following an absence due to head lice, the school nurse shall
Student Medications Prior to the administration of any medication to any student under the age of eighteen (18), written parental consent is required. The consent form shall include authorization to administer the medication and relieve the Board and its employees of civil liability for damages or injuries resulting from the administration of medication to students in accordance with this policy. Unless authorized to self-administer, students are not allowed to carry any medications while at school. Medications, including those for selfadministration, must be in the original container and be properly labeled with the student’s name, 29
the ordering provider’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage, frequency, and instructions for the administration of the medication (including times). Schedule II medications that are permitted by this policy to be brought to school shall be stored in a double locked cabinet. Students taking Schedule II medications methylphenidate (e.g. Ritalin or closely related medications as determined by the school nurse), dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine), and amphetamine sulfate (e.g. Adderall or closely related medications as determined by the school nurse) shall be allowed to attend school. Refer to District Policy 4.35 Student Medications for rules regarding student attending school taking Schedule II medications. Medications must be brought to school by the parent/guardian. Medications brought to school by a student will result in Department of Health & Human Services notification. The medication administration and release form must be signed by parent. Forms will be sent home with student at the beginning of the school year. This authorization shall be valid for the current academic year only. Permission for long-term medication must be renewed at the beginning of the semester. Students who have written permission from their parent or guardian and a licensed health care practitioner to self-administer either an asthma inhaler or auto-injectable epinephrine, or both and who have a current consent form on file shall be allowed to carry and self-administer such medication while in school, at an on-site school sponsored activity, while traveling to or from school, or at on off-site school sponsored activity. Students are prohibited from sharing, transferring, or in any way diverting his/her medications to any other person. Students who have written permission from their parent or guardian and licensed health care practitioner on file with the District may:
2. Perform his/her own blood glucose checks; 3. Administer insulin through the insulin delivery system the student uses; 4. Treat the student’s own hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia; or 5. Possess on his or her person: a. A rescue inhaler or autoinjectable epinephrine; or b. the necessary supplies and equipment to perform his/her own diabetes monitoring and treatment functions Students who have a current consent form on file shall be allowed to carry and self-administer such medication while: -In school; -At an on-site school sponsored activity; -While traveling to or from school; or -At an off-site school sponsored activity A student is prohibited from sharing, transferring, or in any way diverting his/her medications to any other person. The fact that a student with a completed consent form on file is allowed to carry a rescue inhaler, auto injectable epinephrine, diabetes medication, or combination does not require him/her to have such on his/her person. The parent or guardian of a student who qualifies under this policy to self-carry a rescue inhaler, auto injectable epinephrine, diabetes medication, or any combination on his/her person shall provide the school with the appropriate medication, which shall be immediately available to the student in an emergency. Students may be administered Glucagon in emergency situations by the school nurse or, in the absence of the school nurse, a trained volunteer school employee designated as a care provider, provided the student has: 1.An IHP developed under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which provides for the administration of Glucagon in emergency situations; and
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2. A current, valid consent on file from the parent or guardian. A student shall have access to private area to perform diabetes monitoring and treatment functions as outlined in the student’s IHP.
which the student is not vaccinated at the discretion of the Arkansas Department of Health. The student may not return to the school until the outbreak has been resolved and the student’s return to school is approved by the Arkansas Department of Health. Refer to District Policy 4.57 Immunizations for rules concerning proof of immunization, admittance, temporary admittance, and exclusion.
The school shall not keep outdated medications or any medications past the end of the school year. Parents shall be notified ten (10) days in advance of the school’s intention to dispose of any medication. Medications not picked up by the parents or legal guardians within the ten (10) day period shall be destroyed by the nurse with a witness present.
Kindergarten Physical Screening All enrolling kindergarten students have a comprehensive preschool examination. This examination must be administered by a licensed physician. All enrolling kindergarten students shall be evaluated with the Early, Periodic, Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment or its equivalent. The EPSDT or its equivalent shall occur either within two years prior to or within 90 days after the student’s initial enrollment in kindergarten. If a child does not attend kindergarten, the EPSDT or its equivalent shall occur within two years prior to or within 90 days after the student’s initial enrollment in first grade. Any pupil may be excused from the examination on presentation of a certificate from a reputable physician that he has recently examined the pupil or on presentation of a written statement of the pupil’s parent or guardian that he objects to the examination of his child or ward, but this provision shall not be applicable in case of a pupil suspected of having a contagious infectious disease. (Ark. Code Ann. 6-18-701)
Immunization: No child will be admitted to public school without his/her required immunizations. It is the responsibility of the parents to see that the child received these immunizations before entry to school. Required Immunizations are: -3DPT (Diptheria, Pertussis (whooping cough) and Tetanus -3 Polio -2 MMR -2 Chicken Pox (2 Varicella) -3 Hepatitis B The last dose of DPT and Polio must have been administered after the child’s fourth birthday. The MMR must have been administered after the child’s first birthday. A maximum of 30 calendar days will be given to new students to bring immunization records into compliance with Arkansas State Law. The only proof of immunization that will be accepted is a certificate signed by a licensed physician, a local Health Department or the Military Service, acknowledging the same or official record from another educational institute in Arkansas. A student enrolled in the District who has an immunization exemption may be removed from school during an outbreak of the disease for
Student Illness/Accident Parents must keep their children home if they have fever (above 100.4), vomiting, or any other symptoms of contagious disease. Children must be free of fever 24 hours before returning to school, WITHOUT THE AID OF
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FEVER REDUCING MEDICATIONS SUCH AS TYLENOL. If a student becomes too ill to remain in class and/or could be contagious to other students, the principal or designee will attempt to notify the student’s parent or legal guardian. The student will remain in the school’s health room or a place where he/she can be supervised until the parent/legal guardian can check the student out of school. If a student becomes seriously ill or is injured while at school and the parent /legal guardian cannot be contacted, the failure to make such contact shall not unreasonably delay the school’s expeditious transport of the student to an appropriate medical care facility. The school assumes no responsibility for treatment of the student. The school office, school nurse, and each child’s teacher MUST have current home and emergency phone numbers and current address in case of emergencies for each student.
they occur during the regular school teaching periods. A conference is to be prearranged at the convenience of both parent and teacher. There will be two scheduled Parent/Teacher Conferences each year-during the 1st quarter and the 3rd quarter. Teachers will follow-up by telephone or other personal contact with parents who do not attend these scheduled conferences. The school is required by law to make two parent contacts for academics per year. If a parent does not attend the regular scheduled parent/teacher conference, report cards will not be sent home until a parent contact is made. ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL TIMES Unless students ride the bus, they should NOT arrive earlier than 7:35 a.m. Students arriving earlier than this time will not be supervised. When students arrive at school, they should report to their assigned area. Any time after 8:00 a.m. is considered a tardy and parents must sign their child in. Any time after 10:00 a.m. is counted as a half day absence. A student must have an admit slip from the office before entering the classroom.
LOST LIBRARY BOOKS A student must pay for a library book when it has been lost for 10 days. If the book is later located, the student may keep that book, as money is not refunded.
BELL TIMES ARE: Morning Bells 7:45 a.m. - First Bell 7:50 a.m. - Second Bell 8:00 a.m. - Tardy Bell Afternoons Bells 3:00 p.m. - Shuttle Bus/ Boys & Girls Club 3:05 p.m. - Regular Bus 3:10 p.m. - Car Riders and Walkers
GRADUATION Sixth grade graduation is held in the spring of the year. Caps and gowns must be paid for by the student. To qualify as an ―A Honor Graduate‖ the student must have all A’s for each semester in the sixth grade. To qualify as an ―A & B Honor Graduate‖ the student must have all A’s and B’s for each semester in the sixth grade.
STUDENTS DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP Kindergarten - South and North entrances. Parents must be in car line, at posted spaces only. No student can be dropped off or picked up at crosswalks.
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES Parent-teacher conferences are desirable for various reasons and purposes. These conferences may be initiated by either the parent or the teacher. Conferences should not be casual meetings in the presence of others, nor should 32
CONTACT BY LAW ENFORCEMENT, SOCIAL SERVICES, OR BY COURT ORDER State Law requires that Department of Human Services employees, local law enforcement, or agents of the Crimes Against Children Division of the Department of Arkansas State Police, may interview students without a court order for the purpose of investigating suspected child abuse. In instances where the interviewers deem it necessary, they may exercise a ―72-hour hold ‖ without first obtaining a court order. Except as provided below, other questioning of students by nonschool personnel shall be granted only with a court order directing such questioning, with permission of the parents of a student (or the student if above eighteen [18] years of age), or in response to a subpoena or arrest warrant. If the District makes a report to any law enforcement agency concerning student misconduct or if access to a student is granted to a law enforcement agency due to a court order, the principal or the principal’s designee shall make a good faith effort to contact the student’s parent, legal guardian, or other person having lawful control by court order, or person acting in loco parentis identified on student enrollment forms. The principal or the principal's designee shall not attempt to make such contact if presented documentation by the investigator that notification is prohibited because a parent, guardian, custodian, or person standing in loco parentis is named as an alleged offender of the suspected child maltreatment. This exception applies only to interview requests made by a law enforcement officer, an investigator of the Crimes Against Children Division of the Department of Arkansas State Police, or an investigator or employee of the Department of Human Services. In instances other than those related to cases of suspected child abuse, principals must release a student to either a police officer who presents a subpoena for the student, or a warrant for arrest,
VISITORS AND/OR PARENTS All visitors must check in at the office upon arrival at the school and check out upon leaving. A visitor’s pass will be issued to those who have legitimate reasons for visiting locations other than the office. Appointments with classroom teachers will be scheduled only during conference periods unless otherwise directed by the administration. All visitors must conduct themselves so as not to materially or substantially interfere with the operation of the school under penalty of law, ASLA 6-17-106. CONTACT WITH STUDENTS WHILE AT SCHOOL CONTACT BY NON-CUSTODIAL PARENTS If there is any question concerning the legal custody of the student, the custodial parent shall present documentation to the principal or his/her designee establishing the parent’s custody of the student. It shall be the responsibility of the custodial parent to make any court ordered ―no contact‖ or other restrictions regarding the noncustodial parent known to the principal by presenting a copy of a file-marked court order. Without such a court order on file, the school will release the child to either of his/her parents. Non-custodial parents who file with the principal a date-stamped copy of current court orders granting visitation may eat lunch, volunteer in their child’s classroom, or otherwise have contact with their child during school hours and the prior approval of the school’s principal. Unless prior arrangements have been made with the school’s principal, Arkansas law provides that the transfer of a child between his/her custodial parent and non-custodial parent, when both parents are present, shall not take place on the school’s property on normal school days during normal hours of school operation.
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or to an agent of state social services or an agent of a court with jurisdiction over a child with a court order signed by a judge. Upon release of the student, the principal or designee shall give the student’s parent, legal guardian, or other person having lawful control by court order, or person acting in loco parentis notice that the student has been taken into custody by law enforcement personnel or a state’s social services agency. If the principal or designee is unable to reach the parent, he or she shall make a reasonable, good faith effort to get a message to the parent to call the principal or designee, and leave both a day and an after-hours telephone number. Contact by Professional Licensure Standards Board Investigator Investigators for the Professional Licensure Standards Board may meet with students during the school day to carry out the investigation of an ethics complaint.
beverages. In accordance with standard 5.02.4, students may be given food or beverage items during the school day for up to nine different events each school year to be determined and approved by school officials. EMERGENCIES The faculty of McGehee Schools works closely with the law enforcement and civil defense authorities in the event of an emergency. School signals and procedures to follow in the emergency of a fire or tornado have been planned. Drills are held periodically in order to prepare students and teachers to execute the planned procedures efficiently. A Emergency Crisis Plan is available for view in the office. EMERGENCY DRILLS All schools in the District shall conduct fire drills at least monthly. Tornado drills shall also be conducted no fewer than three times per year. Students who ride buses shall also participate in emergency evacuation drills at least twice each school year. The District shall annually conduct an active shooter drill and school safety assessment for all District schools in collaboration with local law enforcement and emergency management personnel. The training will include a lockdown exercise with panic button alert system training. Students will be included in the drills to the extent that is developmentally appropriate for the age of both the students and grade configuration of the school. Drills may be conducted during the instructional day or during non-instructional time periods. Other types of emergency drills may also be conducted to test the implementation of the District’s emergency in the event of violence, terrorist attack, natural disaster, other emergency, or the District’s Panic Button Alert System. Students shall be included in the drills to the extent practicable.
CHECK OUT PROCEDURES Students are NOT to leave school while it is in session without permission from the office. Parents wishing to check students out of school before dismissal time must come by the office to do so. Students may not check themselves out. A responsible adult must check students out through the front office. PARTIES No class time will be used for parties of any type without prior consent from the office. Each classroom is allowed the following parties: Christmas, Valentine and Easter. Food must come from a commercial kitchen. NUTRITION STANDARDS: MES complies with the Arkansas Department of Education Rules Governing Nutrition and Physical Activity Standards in Arkansas Public Schools of August 2005. Elementary students will not have access to vended foods or 34
CAFETERIA All students in the McGehee School District will receive 1 (one) lunch card. If the card is lost the cost of each new card starts off at $1.00 and rises by a dollar for each card having to be purchased. (Example - 1st card $1.00, 2nd card $2.00 and so on.) The prices for cafeteria meals are as follows: Reduced Students—Breakfast $0.30 and Lunch $0.40; Paid Students—Breakfast $1.00 and Lunch $1.90. Adult meals are $2.00 for Breakfast and $3.25 for Lunch.
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE McGehee School District has a responsibility to maintain discipline, protect the safety, security, and welfare of its students, staff, and visitors while at the same time safeguarding district facilities, vehicles, and equipment. As part of fulfilling this responsibility, the board authorizes the use of video/audio surveillance cameras, automatic identification technology, data compilation devices, and technology capable of tracking the physical location of district equipment, students, and/or personnel. EMERGENCY DATA The school office and each child’s teacher MUST have current home and emergency phone numbers and current address in case of emergencies for each student. Parents must inform the school nurse and teachers about any critical health or medical student information. Please notify the school office about any change of address or change in telephone number.
LOST AND FOUND Each year a large number of coats, jackets, sweaters, glasses, etc., are placed in the ―lost and found‖. Should you lose something at school, check immediately with ―lost and found‖ in the area outside the nurse’s office. If you find something on campus, please take it to the lost and found box. Unclaimed items are given to charity at the end of the school year. PARENTS - PLEASE PUT YOUR CHILD’S NAME ON ALL PERSONAL PROPERTY!!
GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT McGehee has counseling services to serve grades kindergarten through six. Parents, teachers and students are free to discuss with the counselor home problems, school problems, testing and test results, and any other problem which affects the student’s well-being.
INCLEMENT WEATHER All schools in the McGehee School District will be open on all regularly scheduled days unless closed by the Superintendent of Schools because of an emergency. When the schools are confronted with an emergency (such as extreme conditions of snow, ice or mechanical failures) which necessitates the closing of school for an entire day, an announcement will be given to local radio and T.V. stations as early as possible. Every effort will be made to keep students in school once they have arrived. If an emergency occurs during the school day which necessitates the closing of school, an announcement will be given to the local radio station, and repeated at intervals thereafter. The ultimate decision as to whether a child will attend school, if school is open, rests with the parents.
STUDENT ACCELERATION McGehee School District believes that acceleration is an effective and research-based intervention for the academic growth of students who are ready for an advanced or faster-paced curriculum. It can allow a student to move through the traditional educational setting more rapidly, based on assessed readiness, capability and motivation. At the same time, the Distract understands that acceleration is not a replacement for gifted education services or programs.
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This may be accomplished through any or all of the following means. *Inclusion in the student handbook of the Smart Core curriculum and graduation requirements *Discussion of the Smart Core curriculum and graduation requirements at the school’s annual public meeting, PTA meetings, or a meeting held specifically for the purpose of informing the public on this matter. *Discussions held by the school’s counselors with students and their parents; and/or *Distribution of a newsletter(s) to parents or guardians of the district’s students.
SMART CORE CURRICULUM All students are required to participate in the Smart Core curriculum unless their parents or guardians, or the students if they are 18 years of age or older, sign a Smart Core Waiver Form to not participate. Those students not participating in the Smart Core curriculum will be required to fulfill the Core curriculum or the requirements of their IEP (when applicable) to be eligible for graduation. The signed Informed Consent Form shall be attached to the student’s permanent transcript. Informed Consent Forms are required to be signed prior to registering for seventh grade classes, or if enrolling in the district for seventh through twelfth grade classes. Counseling by trained personnel shall be available to students and their parent or legal guardians prior to the time they are required to sign the consent form. While there are similarities between the two curriculums, following the Core curriculum may not qualify students for some scholarships and admission to certain colleges could be jeopardized. Students initially choosing the Core curriculum may subsequently change to the Smart Core curriculum providing they would be able to complete the required course of study by the end of their senior year. Students wishing to change their choice of curriculums must consult with their counselor to determine the feasibility of changing. This policy, the Smart Core curriculum, and the courses necessary for graduation shall be reviewed by staff, students, and parents at least every other year to determine if changes need to be made to better serve the needs of the district’s students. The superintendent, or his/her designee, shall select the composition of the review panel. Sufficient information relating to Smart Core and the district’s graduation requirements shall be communicated to parents and students to ensure their informed understanding of each.
SMART CORE CURRICULUM (GRADUATING CLASS OF 2014 AND AFTER) English—4 units: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Mathematics—4 units; One unit must be taken at 11th or 12th grade Algebra 1 (or Algebra A & Algebra BGrades 7-8 or 8-9) Geometry (or Geometry A & Geometry B Grades 8-9 or 9-10) Algebra II Fourth Math—Choice of: Advanced Topics and Modeling in Mathematics, Algebra III, Calculus, Computer Science and Mathematics, Linear Systems and Statistics, Mathematical Applications and Algorithms, Pre-Calculus, or an Advanced Placement Mathematics Natural Science—3 units with lab experience chosen from (or 2 units with lab experience and 1 flex unit of Computer Science*): Physical Science, Chemistry, and/or Physics Social Studies—3 units (Civics –1/2 unit World History—1 unit American History—1 unit Economics or other social studies—1/2 unit Oral Communications—1/2 unit Physical Education—1/2 unit 36
Health and Safety—1/2 unit Economics—1/2 unit (may be counted toward Social Studies or Career Focus) Fine Arts—1/2 unit Career Focus—6 units *Computer Science—(flex unit) A unit of Computer Science and mathematics, Essentials of Computer Programming, AP Computer Science, or IB Computer Science may replace the 4th math unit requirement or the 3rd Natural Science Requirement. Two distinct units of the computer science courses listed above may replace the 4th math unit requirement and the 3rd Natural Science Requirement. If the 4th Math requirement and the 3rd Natural Science requirement have been met through other coursework, any of the computer science courses listed above may be used for career focus credit.
At least one unit of a Physical Science, Chemistry, and/or Physics Social Studies—3 units (see note besides economics) Civics—1/2 unit World History—1 unit American History—1 unit Economics or other social studies—1/2 unit Oral Communication—1/2 unit Physical Education—1/2 unit Health and Safety—1/2 unit Economics—1/2 unit (may be counted toward Social Studies and Career Focus) Fine Arts—1/2 unit Career Focus—6 units *Computer Science—(flex unit) A unit of Computer Science and mathematics, Essentials of Computer Programming, AP Computer Science, or IB Computer Science may replace the 4th math unit requirement or the 3rd Natural Science Requirement. Two distinct units of the computer science courses listed above may replace the 4th math unit requirement and the 3rd Natural Science Requirement. If the 4th Math requirement and the 3rd Natural Science requirement have been met through other coursework, any of the computer science courses listed above may be used for career focus credit.
Beginning with the entering 9th grade class of 2014-2015 school year, each high school student shall be required to take at least one digital learning course for credit to graduate (Act 1280 of 2013) (ADE 4/22/15) CORE CURRICULUM (GRADUATING CLASS OF 2016 AND AFTER) English—4 units: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Mathematics—4 units (or 3 units of math and 1 flex unit of Computer Science*) Algebra I (or Algebra A & Algebra B-each may be counted as one unit of the 4 unit requirement) Geometry (or Geometry A & Geometry B— each may be counted as one unit of the 4 unit requirement) All math units must build on the base of algebra and geometry knowledge and skills Science—3 units from (or 2 units with lab experience and 1 flex unit of Computer Science*): At least one unit of Biology
Beginning with the entering 9th grade class of 2014-2015 school year, each high school student shall be required to take at least one digital learning course for credit to graduate (Act 1280 of 2013) (ADE 4/22/15) GIFTED AND TALENTED EDUCATION McGehee Elementary’s Gifted and Talented Program includes a program developed for students in grades 3rd – 6th who demonstrate a need for a differentiated curriculum. These identified students are served in pull-out classes by a teacher certified in gifted and talented education. Enrichment opportunities include 37
competitions, field trips, and guest speakers. The program also provides whole group enrichment for kindergarten through second grade. Students may be nominated by teachers, parents, or self-nominations. Nominations are made beginning in the spring of second grade. Students in grades 3rd-6th may be nominated at any time. Parents must sign and return a ―permission to test‖ form. Nominated students are tested using at least two objective and two subjective measures, one of which must assess creativity. Scores are placed on a matrix. An identification committee made up of administrators, teachers and/or counselors will analyze data on each student nominated. In cases where it becomes evident the G/T program may not be appropriate for a given student or at the parent’s request, placement will be reviewed by the G/T teacher, classroom teacher and building principal. If the recommendation is made to remove the student from the program, the exit procedures provided in the Gifted and Talented Program Handbook will be followed. Sixth grade GT students will be served through pre-advanced placement classes in all content areas: math, science, literacy and social students.
drop 1) at semester, and 2) if the band director and principals agree, student can be pulled from band at any time. STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Extra-curricular activities will be scheduled in such a way that will limit interruptions of the educational process. Students participating in any activity will meet the eligibility requirements set by the Board of Education for participation in extra-curricular activities and those set by the Arkansas Activities Association. Extra-curricular activities are an extension of the school and are subject to school discipline, whether students are participating or observing. Any student missing classes because of extracurricular activities is held accountable for any missed work. Students who are suspended will not be permitted on any school campuses to attend or participate in assemblies, athletic contests, or any school sponsored activity. Following is a list of each organization and its description. FIRE MARSHALS Criteria for selection - Students must be in the 6th grade and are nominated by their teachers based on the following qualifications being responsible, dependable, and level-headed. Responsibilities - The students must check in their designated area that all classrooms are clear, all doors are closed and all restrooms are empty.
FIELD TRIPS A student going on a field trip must ride the bus to and from the destination of the trip. He/She must stay with his/her class/group while on the field trip. A chaperone/volunteer going on the trip must be approved by the administration. Other children or siblings may not go on a class field trip with the parent/guardian/student.
FLAG RAISERS The flag raisers are responsible for raising and lowering the American and Arkansas flags each day. They are taught flag etiquette by the principals. The flag raisers are selected from the fifth grade student body. They can be girls or boys. The fifth grade teachers select students that are punctual, dependable and responsible. The
BAND All 6th grade students will have the opportunity to participate in band. After the first ten (10) days students will be committed to being in the band and will only be permitted to 38
students serve as flag raisers for nine week periods.
homeless because they are living in circumstances described above. To the extent feasible, the McGehee School District shall do one of the following according to what is in the best interests of a homeless child. (For the purposes of this policy ―school of origin‖ means the school the child attended when permanently housed or the school in which the child was last enrolled. 1. Continue education the child who becomes homeless between academic years or during an academic year in their school of origin for the duration of their homelessness; 2. Continue educating the child in his/her school of origin who becomes permanently housed during an academic year for the remainder of the academic year; or 3. Enroll the homeless child in the school appropriate for the attendance zone where the child lives. If McGehee School District elects to enroll a homeless child in a school other than their school of origin and such action is against the wishes of the child’s parent or guardian, the district will provide the parent or guardian with a written explanation of their reason for doing so which shall include a statement of the parent/guardian’s right to appeal. In any instance where the child is unaccompanied by a parent or guardian, the liaison for homeless children and youth shall assist the child in determining his/her place of enrollment. The liaison will provide the child with a notice of his/her/right to appeal the enrollment decision. McGehee School District shall be responsible for providing transportation for a homeless child, at the request of the parent or guardian (or in the case of an unaccompanied youth, the liaison), to and from the child’s school of origin.
SAFETY PATROL Students are nominated in the spring by the 5th grade teachers. They are then rated on a scale of 1 to 5 with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest. The committee consists of classroom teachers and support staff. Eight students will be selected. Alternates will also be chosen. The primary aims of safety patrol are: (1) To help protect children from automobile accidents. (2) To help children to develop sound habits in use of streets. (3) To foster qualities of leadership and good citizenship in patrol members. Students elected to safety patrol are expected to be on time for duty every day. HOMELESS Under the McKinny-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11431 et seq.) the McGehee School District will assist families who have become homeless. ―Homeless‖ means individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. The definition includes: (1) Children who are sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing economic hardship or a similar reason: are living in motels, hotels, trailer parks, or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative adequate accommodations; are living in emergency or transitional shelters; are abandoned in hospitals; or are awaiting foster care placement; (2) Children who have a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings; (3) Children who are living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing; bus or train stations, or similar settings; and (4) Migratory children who qualify as
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school receiving the child must immediately enroll him/her. Immediate enrollment is required even if a child lacks the required clothing, academic or medical records, or proof of residency. A foster child’s grades shall not be lowered due to absence from school that is caused by a change in the child’s school enrollment, the child’s attendance at dependency-neglect court proceedings, or other court-ordered counseling or treatment. Any course work completed by the foster child prior to a school enrollment change shall be accepted as academic credit so long as the child has satisfactorily completed the appropriate academic placement assessment. If a foster child was enrolled in a District school immediately prior to completing his/her graduation requirements while detained in a juvenile detention facility or while committed to the Division of Youth Services of DHS, the District shall issue the child a diploma. A foster child who was previously enrolled in a District school and who has had a change in placement to a residence outside the District, may continue to remain enrolled in his/her current school unless the presiding court rules otherwise.
FOSTER CHILDREN The District will afford the same services and educational opportunities to foster children that are afforded other children and youth. The District shall work with the Department of Human Services (―DHS‖), the ADE, and individuals involved with each foster child to ensure that he/she is able to maintain his/her continuity of educational services to the fullest extent that is practical and reasonable. The Superintendent or his/her designee shall appoint an appropriate staff person to be the local educational liaison for foster children and youth whose responsibilities shall include ensuring the timely school enrollment of each foster child and assisting foster children who transfer between schools by expediting the transfer of relevant educational records. The District, working with other individuals and agencies shall, unless the presiding court rules otherwise, ensure that the foster child remains in his/her current school, even if a change in the foster child’s placement results in a residency that is outside the district. In such a situation, the District will work to arrange for transportation to and from school for the foster child to the extent it is reasonable and practical. Upon notification to the District’s foster care liaison by a foster child’s caseworker that a foster child’s school enrollment is being changed to one of the District’s schools, the
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OBJECTION TO PUBLICATION OF DIRECTORY INFORMATION (Not to be filed if the parent/student has no objection) I, the undersigned, being a parent of a student, or a student eighteen (18) years of age or older, hereby note my objection to the disclosure or publication by the _____________School District of directory information, as defined in Policy No. 4.13 (Privacy of Students’ Records), concerning the student named below. The district is required to continue to honor any signed opt-out form for any student no longer in attendance at the district. I understand that the participation by the below-named student in any interscholastic activity, including athletics and school clubs, may make the publication of some directory information unavoidable, and the publication of such information in other forms, such as telephone directories, church directories, etc., is not within the control of the District. I understand that this form must be filed with the office of the appropriate building principal within ten (10) school days from the beginning of the current school year or the date the student is enrolled for school in order for the District to be bound by this objection. Failure to file this form within that time is a specific grant of permission to publish such information. I object and wish to deny the disclosure or publication of directory information as follows: Deny disclosure to military recruiters ____ Deny disclosure to Institutions of postsecondary education ____ Deny disclosure to Potential employers ____ Deny disclosure to all public and school sources ____ Selecting this option will prohibit the release of directory information to the three categories listed above along with all other public sources (such as newspapers), AND result in the student’s directory information not being included in the school’s yearbook and other school publications. Deny disclosure to all public sources ____ Selecting this option will prohibit the release of directory information to the first three categories listed above along with all other public sources (such as newspapers), but permit the student’s directory information to be included in the school’s yearbook and other school publications. __________________________________________ Name of student (Printed) __________________________________________ Signature of parent (or student, if 18 or older) __________________________________________ Date form was filed (To be filled in by office personnel) Note: your district does not have to include the separate options listed on this form, but students do have the right to opt out of either category separately. 41
