2017-2018 

   Parent-Student Handbook   

 for Kindergarten    

 through Fifth Grade     

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September 2017 Dear Parents, We wish to welcome all students and their families to the Elkhorn Area Elementary Schools for the 2017-2018 school year. We extend a special welcome to all families of children new to our schools, including those children beginning kindergarten this fall. We anticipate another successful year. Our desire is to work as partners in your child’s education. This handbook is being provided so that you may become acquainted with various school procedures. Please review the information provided in the handbook and save it for future reference. Contact the school office if you have any questions or concerns. The beginning of the school year is an exciting time for all. Students renew old friendships and meet new people. This time of the year permits each youngster to make a fresh start. The goals of having each child succeed according to his/her own ability will demand the best effort of your child and the school, and the full cooperation of parents. Parents frequently ask, “What can we do?” Listed below are a few ideas that will be of help in this mutual endeavor - the education of your child. ● Know what is occurring at school. ● Help your child understand his/her responsibilities. ● Send a healthy, well-rested child to school each day. ● Know your child’s teacher as a person, as well as by name. ● Listen to your child. ● Have reasonable goals for your child. ● Read with your child daily. ● Attend conferences. Most importantly, talk up our schools - the Elkhorn Area Elementary Schools are GREAT places to learn and grow! Effective schools, such as Jackson, Tibbets and West Side, require a team effort between parents, teachers, students, and the community. It is our goal to help facilitate this cooperative effort and continue to build on the outstanding traditions that are in place at our elementary schools. If we can be of any assistance, please contact us through the respective school office. Sincerely, Mrs. Sara Stone   Mrs. Sara Stone, Principal West Side Elementary School Mr. Greg Wells Mr. Greg Wells, Principal Tibbets Elementary School

Mrs. Tammy Fisher Mrs. Tammy Fisher, Principal Jackson Elementary School  

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Mr. Benjamin Kitslaar  Mr. Benjamin Kitslaar, Associate Principal Jackson Elementary School

ELKHORN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION Mrs. Susan Leibsle Mrs. Barb Fischer Mr. Matt O’Donell Mrs. Jenny Ray Mrs. Carol Burton Mr. Paul Martell Mr. Daniel Thompson

President Vice President Clerk Member Treasurer Member Deputy Clerk

ELKHORN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE PERSONNEL Mr. Jason Tadlock Mrs. Jodi Essman Mrs. Amy Gee Mrs. Sarah Bosch Mrs. Brenda Harris Mrs. Rita Geilfuss Mrs. Jill Wells Mrs. Christine Dodge Mr. Bill Trewyn Mrs. Melissa Fifer Ms. Shanon Swaney Mrs. Ericka Anderson Mrs. Linda DeWitt Mrs. Robin Swanson Mr. Randy Dricken Mrs. Pattie Woods Ms. Kate Young Ms. Chris Colosimo Mrs. Kristin Mariano Mrs. Katy Riederer Mrs. MaryEllen Wright Mrs. Trisha Spende Mrs. Sara Tanner Mrs. Harriett Peterson Mrs. Wendy Zimmerman Mrs. Ellen Leasure Mr. Michael Datza Mr. Rick Rand Mr. Joe Kirkpatrick

District Administrator Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent and School Board K-5 Director of Curriculum, RtI, and Gifted & Talented 6-12 Director of Curriculum Administrative Assistant to the Directors of Curriculum & Instruction Director of Pupil Services/Special Education Administrative Assistant to the Director of Pupil Services District Registrar Business Manager Purchasing Insurance, FMLA, Human Resources Payroll Accounts Payable Special Revenue and Activity Accounts District Technology Supervisor Parent Connections School Psychologist (4K centers/Jackson) School Psychologist (High School) School Psychologist (Middle School) School Psychologist (West Side / Tibbets)

723-3160 ext. 1401 723-3160 ext. 1405 723-3160 ext. 1408 723-3160 ext. 1421 723-3160 ext. 1422

School Social Worker Director of Online and Blended Learning OPtions Program Receptionist, Administrative Assistant for OPtions School District Nurse

723-3160 ext. 1424 723-3160 ext. 1403 723-3160 edt. 1428 723-3160 ext. 1406 723-3160 ext. 1411 723-3160 ext. 1409 723-3160 ext. 1431 723-3160 ext. 1412 723-3160 ext. 1414 723-3160 ext. 1415 723-3160 ext. 1416 723-3160 ext. 1207 723-3160 ext. 1618 723-3160 ext. 1507 723-3160 ext. 1352 723-3160 ext. 1106 723-3160 ext. 1617 723-3160 ext. 1413 723-3160 ext. 1407 723-3160 ext. 1402 723-3160 ext. 1410

Food Service Supervisor Building & Grounds Supervisor Building & Maintenance Supervisor School Police Liaison Officer

723-3160 ext. 1423 723-3160 ext. 1404 723-3160 ext. 1417 723-3160 ext. 1613

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MISSION STATEMENT Elkhorn Area Schools, in partnership with the community, are dedicated to providing an education that challenges every student to continually improve and to excel as a respectful, responsible, and productive member of society. WE BELIEVE…

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All children can learn. Every student learns differently. All children are valued and respected. Effort, motivation, and challenge are essential to learning. Taking an active role in the learning process is every student’s responsibility. Helping children realize their potential is our foremost priority. Learning is a life-long process that takes place in the home, school, and community. Schools foster students’ abilities to make decisions, cooperate, and accept responsibility. A diverse community contributes to educational growth. Quality education depends upon dedicated, well-trained staff. Safe, healthful, up-to-date facilities enhance the learning process. Continuous improvement leads to excellence. Schools and communities help students prepare for career success in a competitive global society. Schools model and teach good citizenship skills. Open communication is essential to the school, parent and community partnership.

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Table of Contents Academic Information & Student Activities 1.1

Standards and Expectations

1.2

Classroom Instruction & Curriculum

1.3

English as a Second Language

1.4

Field Trips

1.5

GATE: Gifted & Talented Education

1.6

Grade Level Advancement Policy

1.7

School Counseling Services

1.8

Education of Homeless Children & Youth

1.9

Grading Criteria - Grades K, 1 and 2

1.10Grading Criteria - Grades 3, 4 and 5 1.11

High School Mentors

1.12Homework 1.13Human Growth and Development 1.14Internet and Acceptable Computer Use Policy 1.15Chromebooks 1.16Student Email 1.17Technology Usage Terms and Conditions 1.18Kindergarten Classes 1.19Library Media Center (L.M.C.) 1.20Parent/Teacher Conferences 1.21Police Liaison Officer 1.22Report Cards/Progress Reports 1.23RtI: Response to Intervention 1.24Social Work Services 1.25Special Education 1.26Section 504 1.27Summer Academy 1.28Volunteers

Additional Student Activities 2.1

Battle of the Books

2.2

Choir

2.3

Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Enrichment Opportunities

2.4

Reading Counts

2.5

Student Council

Additional Parent Information 3.1

Attendance Policies and Procedures

3.2

Absences and Pre-arranged Absences

3.3

After School Pick Up

3.4

Bicycles, Scooters, and Skateboards

3.5

Birthday Party Invitations

3.6

Birthday Treats

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Additional Parent Information (cont.) 3.7

Bus Transportation and Rules

3.8

Misbehavior on the Bus

3.9

Pupil Transportation to a Place Other Than the Student’s Home

3.10Bus Changes 3.11

Student Use of Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices

3.12Child Care 3.13Communication 3.14Conduct 3.15Playground Rules and Enforcement 3.16Playground Behavior Expectations 3.17Custodial Rights 3.18Directory Information 3.19Dismissal 3.20Early Arrival 3.21Education of Homeless Children & Youth 3.22Emergency Information 3.23Emergency School Closings 3.24Fire, Safety and Tornado Drills 3.25Fundraising Activities 3.26Grooming and Attire 3.27Highly Qualified Teachers 3.28Halloween Parties 3.29Insurance 3.30Items of Value 3.31Latex-Safe Environment 3.32Lockers 3.33Lost and Found 3.34Breakfast and Lunch 3.35Office Hours 3.36Parent Teacher Association 3.37Photographs 3.38Physical Education 3.39Playground Equipment 3.40Recess 3.41School Fees 3.42School Hours - Tibbets, West Side, and Jackson: 3.43Student Records 3.44Student Record Request 3.45Student Surveys 3.46Student Transfers 3.47Telephone 3.48Testing 3.49Textbooks and Supplies 3.50Visitation 3.51Voice Mail

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3.52Weapons

Health Information 4.1

School Physical Examinations

4.2

School Dental Examinations

4.3

Wisconsin State Law (s.188.135) Concerning Eye Exams

4.4

Wisconsin State Law (s.252.04) Concerning Immunizations

4.5

School Exclusions

4.6

Walworth County Public Health Immunization Clinics

4.7

Annual Online Skyward Student Alert & Enrollment Emergency Information

4.8

School Illnesses

4.9

Minor first aid

4.10Urgent Care 4.11

Dental and Doctor Excuses for Physical Education

4.12Recess, Field Trips, and Extracurricular Events 4.13Resuming Activity 4.14Parent notes for PE 4.15Slings, braces, crutches, or a wheelchair 4.16Concussion: Return to Learn/Return to Play 4.17Medications 4.18Physician Ordered Oral or Inhaled Medication 4.19Essential Oil Use 4.20Health Concerns and Health Room Services 4.21Life Threatening Allergies and Emergency Medication 4.22Food Accommodations 4.23Child Abuse Laws 4.25Specialize Diet or Increased Fluids 4.26Food Safety in School

School Wide Screenings 4.27Scoliosis Screening 4.28Vision Screening 4.29Hearing Screenings 4.30Dental Screenings 4.31Seal-a-Smile Program 4.32Lice Screening and Monitoring

Behavior and PBIS 5.1

Classroom Behavior

5.2

Behavior Expectation Flowchart

5.3

Advancement/Retention

5.3

Advancement/Retention

5.4

Non-Discrimination Policy

5.5

Student Harassment/Bullying/Hazing

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Academic Information & Student Activities 1.1

Standards and Expectations

Common Core State Standards for students serve as a framework for classroom learning expectations. These standards provide high expectations for student learning. Students are expected to be responsible for their schoolwork and behavior.

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Classroom Instruction & Curriculum

The Elkhorn Area School District Curriculum is currently aligned to the Common Core State Standards. The curriculum for each subject area defines instructional content. Teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of all students and deliver the curriculum. Each class period consists of instructional time and student work time. Teachers will provide individual assistance and make sure that students understand the assigned task. The length of assignments is adjusted so that students do not have excessive workloads.

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English as a Second Language

Assistance is offered for students whose primary language is not English. Bilingual teachers and teaching assistants are on staff in each building to provide services for qualifying students.

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Field Trips

Field trips are an extension of your child’s classroom experience. Our students gain valuable experiences during field trips. When your child’s teacher plans a field trip, a notice is sent home with a permission slip. If you would like your child to attend the field trip, this permission slip, or a handwritten note giving permission must be sent back to school. If there is not a signed permission slip, your child will remain at school.

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GATE: Gifted & Talented Education

The Elkhorn Area School District (EASD) prides itself in its educational practice of providing appropriate and challenging educational opportunities for all students. An important aspect of EASD’s comprehensive educational program is the identification and support of gifted and talented students. Gifted and talented students shall be defined as those students who excel or have the potential to excel in one or more of the following areas: general intelligence, specific academic ability, leadership capabilities, creativity, and talent in the performing or visual arts. The process for identifying high-achieving students is ongoing in grades K–12, and will include qualitative and quantitative measures. Through specific types of identification criteria, EASD can acknowledge the characteristics and needs of each gifted student. Because of the wide range of interests and potential of gifted and talented students, the program utilizes a variety of approaches, strategies and techniques to meet the academic and affective needs of the students. EASD believes that programming must include differentiation within the classroom, an opportunity to work with like-learners, an opportunity to work at an accelerated pace, and the continued support and development of their talents. Ongoing communication with parents, teachers, and administrators is also critical to providing for the needs of our advanced learners. Staff liaisons are available in each building to provide on-site assistance for parents and staff. Instruction in the classroom is differentiated to provide challenging opportunities for all students. Questions regarding GATE / Advanced Learner’s programming can be forwarded to Mrs. Amy Gee, Elkhorn Area School District’s K-5 Director of Instruction at 723-3160 ext 1408 ext 1408 or ​[email protected]​.

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Grade Level Advancement Policy

The Elkhorn Area School Board has established a Grade Advancement Policy identifying criteria that must be reviewed when advancing a student from fourth to fifth grade. All students must meet grade advancement criteria as stated in the School Board Policy. A copy of the policy is included in the appendix of this handbook for your information. If you have questions or concerns related to the policy, please contact your child’s teacher or the principal.

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School Counseling Services

Developmental guidance instruction is provided to all elementary students on a weekly basis. In addition, individual and small group services are available to address specific school-related concerns. Parents are encouraged to contact the school counselor at their child’s school with questions or concerns. Parents of all fifth grade students are invited to participate in our annual career planning conferences. These conferences occur throughout the year. The focus for the conference is on students’ strengths, interests and career planning.

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Education of Homeless Children & Youth

Homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education as provided to other children residing in the district. The school liaison for homeless children and youth is MaryEllen Wright, District Social Worker. Please contact her at 723-3160 ext. 1617.

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Grading Criteria - Grades K, 1 and 2

M

-Meets expectations regularly -Work indicates a proficient level of understanding of concepts and skills at this time

W

-Working towards expectations -Work indicates a basic level of understanding of concepts and skills at this time

I

-Improvement is needed -Needs support to complete tasks; quality of work is inconsistent -Work indicates a minimal level of understanding of concepts and skill at this time

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-Does not apply at this time

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Grading Criteria - Grades 3, 4 and 5

A

90 - 100% -Shows exceptional academic gains -Assignments are of high quality, well organized, and show effort well above expectations -Test scores indicate an advanced level of understanding of concepts and skills

B

80 - 89% -Shows consistent academic gains -Assignments are of good quality, organized, and show effort above expectations -Test scores indicate a proficient level of understanding of concepts and skills

C

70 - 79% - Shows satisfactory academic gains -Assignments are complete, but quality of work is inconsistent -Test scores indicate a basic level of understanding of concepts and skills

D

60 - 69% -Shows inconsistent academic gains -Assignments are of poor quality, demonstrate inconsistent organization, and shows inconsistent effort -Test scores indicate a minimal level of understanding of concepts and skills

F

0 - 59% -Shows limited academic gains -Assignments are often not completed or turned in, of poor quality, lack organization, and show effort below expectations -Test scores indicate a lack of understanding of concepts and skills

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Grades 3, 4 and 5 Effort and Social Skills Key Code:

Effort:

Social Skills:

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Good

Meets expectations

2

Inconsistent

Sometimes Meets Expectations

3

Needs Improvement

Needs Improvement

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High School Mentors

High school students travel daily to our schools to assist younger students with their learning. They receive credit for their work and must have completed a semester of child development or have consent of the High School Principal to participate in the program. Each high school student is assigned to a supervising staff member.

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Homework

Homework is a form of self-discipline that helps to develop desirable study habits, promote independence and a sense of responsibility, stimulate learning opportunities beyond the classroom, and help students understand the concepts introduced in the classroom. In addition to the discussions and activities that take place within the classroom, additional practice and learning must be done outside the classroom to ensure long-term learning. Assigned homework is to be completed and returned to school in a timely manner. Homework is given when the teacher is reasonably sure that most of the students can complete the work. Approximately ten minutes of homework for each year of schooling provides a general guideline in assigning homework (e.g., Third grade can be expected to have 30 minutes of homework each night, fourth grade homework can be expected to take approximately 40 minutes, etc.) Assignments not completed during designated class time will also need to be completed at home. In addition to assigned homework, students are encouraged to read daily. Homework is never assigned as a punishment. In the event of a planned absence, parents are encouraged to contact their child’s teacher to request work. Staff will provide homework prior to departure, when possible. Students will be required to complete work upon returning to school. Please note that it is not always possible for staff to provide work prior to departure. Please contact your child’s teacher 24 to 48 hours prior to departure to request work. Homework is assigned for the following reasons: ● To assist students in mastering basic skills, reinforcing school learning by practice and application. ● To supplement classroom learning with outside experiences. ● To provide students with opportunities to follow up on individual interests. ● To allow exploration, in greater depth, of material being considered in the classroom. ● To provide opportunities for problem-solving research.

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Human Growth and Development

A committee including parents, staff, and members of the School Board under the direction of the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, reviews the Human Growth and Development Curriculum periodically. Copies of the curriculum may be obtained by contacting District Office at 723-3160, extension 1408.

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Internet and Acceptable Computer Use Policy

Our elementary schools have multiple devices for students and staff use. A variety of computer software programs provide instructional opportunities for students. All computers are networked and connected to our LAN/WAN. Students are expected to use the computer equipment appropriately. Additional information regarding student computer use and Internet access is included in this handbook. Abusive or inappropriate conduct is prohibited and will result in a loss of privileges. The Internet is a network used by educators, businesses, the government, the military, and other organizations. In schools and libraries, the Internet can be used to educate, to inform, and to entertain. The purpose of the Internet is to support research and to educate by providing access to unique resources throughout the world, as well as providing varied opportunities for collaborative work. Students may use the Internet to participate in distance learning activities, to consult with experts, to communicate with students and other individuals, and to locate appropriate materials to complete their assignments. In your

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child’s classes, he/she will learn skills to discriminate among information sources and to evaluate and use information to meet his/her educational goals. The Elkhorn Area School District has installed hardware and software solutions to protect students from inappropriate materials. Any sex, violence, child pornography, nudity, gambling, games, shopping and messaging are blocked. Blocking of inappropriate sites is recognized by a screen that indicates to the student that an inappropriate site has been accessed. The student is required to back out of the site. No information regarding the site appears on the screen. Additional sites that teachers determine inappropriate can individually be blocked. EASD filters are implemented to prevent access to areas of the Internet deemed inappropriate for student use and are required for federal funding. Please remember that no filtering system is a substitute for direct supervision of students as they use the device. The following Acceptable Use Guidelines apply to all Elkhorn Area School District students: 1. Unauthorized access to web sites is a violation of acceptable Internet use. Any activity, which is deemed illegal by law, is included in this violation. 2. Personal information is not to be used in Internet communication. Documents and other forms of computer communication may not include abusive, threatening, or inappropriate language. 3. Your address, photographs, phone numbers or passwords, or those of other students, are not to be revealed when using the Internet. 4. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities must, by law, be reported to the authorities. 5. The network is not to be used in such a way that it results in disruption of the use of the network by others. 6. Users of the network have the ownership of all their files and messages. You may not have access to such files without the expressed permission of the owner. 7. Users may not alter the standard desktop settings, including wallpaper, downloads from Internet, or printer settings. 8. Accessing and playing unsupervised games on the Internet are not allowed. 9. Students are not allowed to install any programs or applications not approved by the School District. 10. Students may not load or run any software for which the school does not have a license. 11. Students may not copy software from EASD computers for use on their home computers. The use of the EASD network is a privilege, not a right, which may be revoked at any time for abusive or inappropriate conduct. Such conduct includes but is not limited to the following: tampering with other student or teacher files, tampering with network operating system files, placing unlawful or inappropriate information on a system, using abusive or otherwise objectionable language in either public or private messages, malicious activity which causes downtime for any computer, or sending of viruses or other files that result in the loss of the recipient’s files or system software. Students’ user ID and passwords are a unique combination used to protect the user’s files and determine the software application for which that user has access rights. Students should use only the User ID and password they have been assigned. Do not give your ID and password to anyone else. You are responsible for any activity on the network associated with your user ID and password.

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Chromebooks

All students will have use of Chromebooks and will receive training on Chromebook use during their first library time this year. At the completion of the training they will receive their device. In Kindergarten, First, and Second grade students will use their Chromebooks in class. Third, Fourth, and Fifth grade students will bring their Chromebooks home. That means: ● Your Student will receive a bag to carry his or her Chromebook and its power cord to and from school. ● Students should charge their Chromebooks nightly so it is ready for use during their day. ● Internet use is filtered through the school’s technology. ● When the Chromebook is at home, parents decide the rules for use (sites to visit, amount of time on the device, etc.). ● Please reinforce the safe transport and use of the device procedures to minimize any damage. Students may personalize their Chromebooks by applying NON-adhesive decals/stickers on their device. For Your Information: non-residue decals can be used as identifiers for the Chromebooks, although decals provide no protection to the computer, they can help your child easily find his or her Chromebook.

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1.16

Student Email

Each student at has their own email account. This allows teachers to email students activities, share Google Docs, and easily share website addresses. Each child will have the opportunity to participate, collaborate and create documents and projects using web-based applications. These applications provide increased functionality for teachers and students. Students will no longer visit the web just to gather information; rather they will use it as a collaborative tool and will place information on the web for others to utilize. Such tools allow individuals to communicate and collaborate in powerful, educationally relevant ways. Some common applications that your child may be exposed to are: ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Google (individual email account, google docs, presentation, and spreadsheet) Prezi- An online presentation software Quizlet – A quiz based software Blogs - A blog is a website where entries are written in chronological order and displayed in reverse chronological order. Wikis - A wiki is a website that allows visitors to add, remove, and edit content.\ Podcasts - A podcast is a digital audio file that is distributed over the Internet for playback on portable media players (such as .mp3 players) and personal computers. Online textbooks

Your child's safety and security online is a top priority. Below is the Elkhorn Area School District's "Acceptable Technology Use Agreement." Please review and discuss it with your child. Let us know of any questions or concerns you may have.

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Technology Usage Terms and Conditions Students are expected to act safely by keeping personal information out of their posts; agree not to post or give out their last name, password, username, home address, school name, city or other information that could help someone locate or contact them in person. Students agree not to share their username or password with anyone besides their teachers and parents. Students agree to never log in as another student. Students are expected to treat all applications as classroom spaces. Speech that is inappropriate for class is not appropriate for any technology application. All applications are a forum for student expression. However, they are first and foremost a tool for learning, and may sometimes be constrained by the various requirements and rules of classroom teachers. Students are welcome to post on any school-appropriate subject. Some applications are to be a vehicle for sharing student work with real audiences. Most visitors will leave respectful, helpful messages. If students receive a comment that makes them feel uncomfortable or is not respectful, a teacher should be told right away. Students should not download or install any software without permission and not click on ads or competitions. Students who do not abide by these terms and conditions may lose their opportunity to take part in computer activities for a limited time or permanently.

Kindergarten Classes

Five Year-Old Kindergarten: Classes are conducted for children who are 5 years of age on or before September 1​st​. Children not meeting this age requirement may apply for Early Entrance to Kindergarten in accordance with School Board policy. To receive an application for Early Entrance, please contact your school. All Early Entrance applications are due by May 1. Full day kindergarten will follow normal school hours at all three elementary schools.Wisconsin state law requires a child who is enrolled in 5 year old Kindergarten to regularly attend kindergarten during the school year. This law also requires a child to complete 5 year old kindergarten as a prerequisite for admission to first grade. Four Year-Old Kindergarten: Classes are conducted for children who are 4 years of age on or before September 1​st​. Children not meeting this age requirement may apply for Early Entrance to 4-Kindergarten in accordance with School Board policy. To receive an application for Early Entrance, please contact your school. All Early Entrance applications are due by May 1. Half day kindergarten classes are held at local community childcare centers. Attendance at Four Year-Old Kindergarten is not a mandatory requirement to attend Five Year-Old Kindergarten. More information regarding the times/dates of Four Year-Old Kindergarten is available on the district website, local day care providers, and the elementary school offices.

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Library Media Center (L.M.C.)

Each school includes a Library Media Center, which is open to all students, staff, and parents throughout the school day. It provides patrons with a wide variety of materials to enrich their educational experience. Students and teachers have easy access to several books, audiovisual materials, and computer software programs. Each classroom visits the L.M.C. at least once a week to select and checkout reading material. Teachers often schedule additional time for students to work on special projects. Classes, small groups, and individual students can use the facility simultaneously. The children regularly participate in a wide range of educational activities, including story time, book chats, library skill lessons, individual and group research, and many aspects of computer instruction.Students check books out from the library weekly. Overdue notices are sent to students who do not return their books in a timely manner. Students will be charged for lost or damaged library materials.

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Parent/Teacher Conferences

There are formal opportunities each year for Parent/Teacher Conferences. Formal conferences are held in the Fall and the Spring each year. Informal conferences, at any time, are both welcomed and encouraged. Parents may schedule an informal conference at a mutually convenient time with the teacher.

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Police Liaison Officer

The Police Liaison Officer, Mr. Joe Kirkpatrick, is available to speak with students about issues pertinent to the law and how the law personally affects their lives. He also serves as a resource to staff. In addition, The Police Liaison Officer coordinates the Elkhorn Police Department Safety Town program during the last two weeks of the June Session of the EASD Summer School for students enrolled in Kindergarten, Here We Come! Mr. Kirkpatrick can be reached at 723-4920, extension 1613, [email protected]​ ​ or at the Elkhorn Police Department at (262) 723-723-2210.

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Report Cards/Progress Reports

Report cards are created three times each school year. This communication is ​essential for parent(s)/guardian(s) to know ​how their child is doing in school. The child’s daily work and tests are returned for the child to take home and share with his/her parent(s)/guardian(s). Report Cards reflecting student progress are made available at the end of each ​trimester for student in grades K through 5. Students are graded on a trimester basis in the areas of physical education, music, and art. Report cards are available through Family Access on the website of each school. Letter grades are not given in grades K-2. Students in grades 3-5 receive letter grades. The grading system used has been designed to reflect the degree of success your child is having in their academic work. A key located on the report card explains the meaning of each mark. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) who have questions or concerns over their child’s progress are encouraged to contact their child’s teacher. Additional reporting may be necessary due to a child’s attitude, progress, or lack of progress. This can be arranged through parent-teacher discussions.

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RtI: Response to Intervention

Response to Intervention (RtI) is a multi-tier approach to providing all students with targeted, differentiated instruction in math and reading. RtI also includes the early identification and support of students with learning and behavior needs. The RtI process begins with high-quality instruction and universal screening, such as MAP and classroom data, of all children in the general education classroom. Struggling learners are then provided with interventions at increasing levels of intensity to accelerate their rate of learning. These services may be provided by a variety of personnel, including general education teachers, elementary support staff, interventionists, and specialists. Progress is closely monitored to assess both the learning rate and level of performance of individual students. Educational decisions about the intensity and duration of interventions are based on individual student response to instruction. Each elementary school will provide parents with ongoing information if their child is receiving a Tier 3 (high intensity intervention) or Tier 2 (moderate level intervention) during the school year. Questions regarding RtI programming can be forwarded to Mrs. Amy Gee, Elkhorn Area School District’s K-5 Director of Instruction at 723-3160 ext 1408 or ​[email protected]​.

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Social Work Services

The role of the school district K-12 Social Worker is to serve as a resource and liaison to district personnel, families, social agencies, and others in helping students resolve personal, emotional, and family difficulties which interfere with a student’s ability to maximally benefit from his/her education. The social worker can assist families in connecting with community resources for needs such as employment, housing, financial aid, food and clothing, health services, and others as requested. The

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social worker is often involved in the areas of parenting information and education, student support group facilitation, attendance and truancy, alcohol and drug abuse services, special education, child abuse and neglect concerns, and other issues brought forth by students, parents, and staff. Parents are welcome to contact Mrs. MaryEllen Wright, the Elkhorn Area School District’s Social Worker at 723-3160, extension 1617, or ​[email protected].

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Special Education

The Elkhorn Area School District ​offers special education services for students beginning at 3 years of age who have learning, emotional, behavioral, ​intellectual, speech/language, or physical disabilities. Additional questions can be forwarded to Mrs. Rita Geilfuss, Elkhorn Area School District Pupil Services Director at 723-3160 ext. 1424 or ​[email protected]​. Students must meet eligibility guidelines to qualify for special programming. The referral process involves testing and consultation with specialists in the area(s) of concern. The parent or guardian is an integral part of this process and children cannot be placed in special education programs without parental consent. The referral process follows a specific timeline dependent on notices being sent and consent for evaluation being received from the parent. Once consent for evaluation is received, eligibility determination occurs within 60 days. If you believe that your child has a learning concern in one or more of the areas, please contact your child’s teacher, the school psychologist, or the school principal.

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Section 504

The Elkhorn Area School District (EASD) shall provide a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) to each student identified with a disability and will not discriminate against any student having a record of a disability or who otherwise is regarded as having a disability. The EASD shall make every attempt to locate and identify each student within the district’s jurisdiction who may be eligible for accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or a parent may also request a review to determine eligibility for an accommodation. Questions can be forwarded to Mrs. Rita Geilfuss, Elkhorn Area School District Pupil Services Director and the District’s Section 504 Coordinator at 723-3160 ext. 1424 or [email protected]​.

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Summer Academy

The Elkhorn Area School District operates a Summer Academy program for students entering kindergarten through twelfth grade. Courses are designed to provide additional learning opportunities in basic skills, as well as enrichment in a variety of areas. Summer Academy is a great way to keep students actively involved in the learning process. Information regarding Summer Academy and course offerings will be distributed in early Spring. Early registration is recommended. Classes are determined by a survey of interest and the schedule is adjusted to accommodate students’ interests in classes. Questions on Summer cademy registration can be forwarded to the Summer Academy Registration Secretary at 262-723-3160. Questions during Summer Academy can be answered by the summer school secretary at 262-723-6800.

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Volunteers

A variety of opportunities exist at school for parents and community members to volunteer their services. Volunteer helpers perform a variety of tasks, including reading to students, sharing hobbies, and careers, and assisting with clerical or classroom duties. ​If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the school office. All volunteers must complete an annual volunteer application and complete a background check.

Additional Student Activities 2.1

Battle of the Books

Battle of the Books is a reading competition that is open to fourth and fifth grade students. Groups of students answer questions about the forty books their group is responsible for reading. The collection of books encompasses selections from a variety of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, biography, poetry, and picture books. The competition takes place in April, after the children have had three to four months to read the books and discuss them with their team. The Battle of the Books program helps the children expand their reading interests and improve their reading skills. Most importantly, it makes reading fun!

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Choir

Choir is an extension of our music education program. Under the direction of vocal music staff, students in fourth and fifth grades may elect to participate. Where available, the choir performs at various times throughout the year.

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2.3

Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Enrichment Opportunities

Throughout the school year, a wide variety of enrichment opportunities are offered to our elementary students through the GATE program and include:

Southern Lakes Anthology - October & November This program promotes original writing and artistry by students in grades 3-8. Each fall students are introduced to the year’s theme and students are encouraged to explore the following genres: poetry, prose, art / drawing, cartoon, or illustrated writing by completing a piece highlighting the year’s theme. Teachers encourage student participation and work with students to help them perfect their skill. Parent encouragement and involvement are very important. Select pieces are then submitted for competition among participants in the Southern Lakes Advanced Learners Network.

Elementary Geography Bee - December Students in grades 4 & 5 explore the world as they participate in the National Geographic Geography Bees in their classroom. Questions related to US / World geography, as well as vocabulary terms and landform identification, are completed in the first seven rounds in the classroom. Then, top finishers from each homeroom advance to the School “Geo Bee” in late December.

Elementary Spelling Bees - January & February Students in grades 2 - 5 are encouraged to participate in this language arts activity as they work to master the spelling of grade level, high frequency words. Word lists are sent home with students in January, with Bees held in February. Finalists from the classroom bees then advance to the grade level bees held at each building.

Math 24 - February & March Math 24 is a strategy game for our 4th and 5th grade students. It incorporates application of math fact mastery (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) in a competitive setting. Students will use four numbers to equal 24 within a three-step process. 4th grade will use the “single digit” deck and the 5th grade will explore the “double digit” Deck. By mid-February teachers will provide names of students to meet in a large group with GATE Resource Teachers and a team of 8 students from each grade level will be established to compete at the district Math 24 Competition at the end of March.

Creativity Conference - April The Creativity Conference is an evening event sponsored by the district’s GATE program. Students in grades K - 5 are encouraged to explore a topic of high interest. designed to highlight the skills and talents of our students. Students are encouraged to complete a project showing their ability to create, perform, or invent something.

Math Meets - April & May Each year a 5th and 6th Grade Math team, consisting of 4 students from each grade level, will be formed to compete at local, and possible state, level in both individual and team math events. At least one 5th grader will be selected to represent his / her elementary school. Selection is based on teacher recommendation, classroom performance, and successful completion of the Math Meet “screener” activity.

PLTW Afterschool Programming - Yearly Students in grade 4 and 5 who have a peaked interest in science and creativity are encouraged to attend one after school PLTW course throughout the year. Topics to explore include: Circuits, Robotics, and Stuctures. Each 9 week course is held once a week from 3:30 - 5:00.

2.4

Reading Counts

The Reading Counts is a computer-based reading motivation program. The student reads a book from the Reading Counts book list and then takes a computerized test. The test consists of comprehension questions presented in a multiple-choice format. The computer registers the difficulty of the book and the test score, tracking student-reading progress.

2.5

Student Council

The Student Council promotes student leadership and coordinates activities that promote school spirit. Students in the intermediate grades are elected to the council.

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Additional Parent Information 3.1

Attendance Policies and Procedures

We need your child in school every day! Regular attendance is required by state law for students in Kindergarten through fifth grade. Consistent attendance provides for successful progress in your child’s educational program. Now is the time to establish good attendance habits. Help your child realize that school is an important part of his/her life and that you expect your child to go to school every day and to be on time. We would encourage you to have your child in school every day (unless he/she is ill). Please schedule all medical and dental appointments either before or after school. Please send your child to school even if he/she will be late. The following are definitions regarding attendance as noted in our District Truancy Plan: Truancy/Unexcused Absences – means any absence of part or all of one or more days from school during which the Principal has not been notified of an acceptable cause of such absence by the parent or guardian of the absent student. [Wis. Stats. 118.16 (1) (c)] Habitual truant – means a student who is absent from school without an acceptable excuse for part or all of five or more days on which school is held during a semester. [Wis. Stats. 118.16(1)(a)] Acceptable Excuse – the Principal or designee is authorized to approve an acceptable excuse for any student for the following reasons: 1) Parent excuse for student illness, not to exceed three absences per quarter. If there are more than three days of consecutive absences for illness, the parent is asked to present a doctor’s note requesting the prolonged absence. The absences may be marked as unexcused if a doctor’s note is not given. 2) Documentation​ from a professional agency (e.g. doctor/dentist note, court summons, therapist appointment card). 3) Emergencies (e.g. accidents, funerals, sudden illness, or crises in the family, which require the absence of the student because of family responsibilities). 4) An in-school or out-of-school suspension. 5) Circumstances that show good cause and which are deemed appropriate by the Principal. 6) Pre-arranged Absence A student may be excused with parent/guardian written request ​prior to the day of an absence and not to exceed ten days per school year. [Wis. Stats. 118.15 (3) (c)]. These absences may include such occasions as vacations, college visits, job fairs, or other special events of educational value. 7) Medical A student may be excused if parent/guardian provides written evidence from a physician or licensed practitioner that the student is not in proper physical or mental conditions to attend school or an educational program. Such excuse shall state the period of time for which it is valid but not to exceed 30 days.

PLEASE NOTE 3.2

Absences and Pre-arranged Absences

When a student is absent, his/her parent or guardian must contact the school prior to the start of the school day on the day of the absence. ​Failure to contact the school will result in a telephone call to the home or place of employment. Please be aware that a message can be left on school voice mail 24 hours a day – 7 days a week. When an absence is necessary, the parent will communicate with the school as to the reason for the absence. This can be through a written note, email or phone contact. Parents will be contacted if there is a questionable absence or excuse. The Student Services Committee of each school meets monthly to review attendance concerns. Please keep your child under your care at home if they have a fever at or above 101 degrees, if they are vomiting, have diarrhea, or are excessively coughing. Please keep your child home until they are fever-free without the use of anti-fever medication, and/or free from vomiting and diarrhea for 24 hours before sending them back to school. Tardy students must report to the office. Parents are asked to bring their child to the office and sign them in with the time of arrival. Unexcused tardiness and/or excessive tardiness will result in parental contact and arrangements may be made for making up lost time.

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PLEASE CALL TO RECORD YOUR CHILD’S ILLNESS EACH DAY JACKSON TIBBETS WEST SIDE

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723-1200 742-2585 723-3297

After School Pick Up

If you have a change in your pick-up schedule, it is important that you inform your child, as well as send a note to the teacher. This note is sent to the school office. The note should indicate the child’s name, date(s), a telephone number where you can be reached, and your signature. All students who ride the bus will be placed on the bus unless we have a signed note from the parent or legal guardian indicating otherwise. Parents or legal guardians contacting the school office by telephone to make a change in their child’s dismissal must call by ​2:15 p.m. The end of the day is very busy at the school. Please call early, allowing us adequate time to contact your child. Please note that your child will only be released to a parent or authorized adult as designated on the enrollment card. For the safety of all involved, if someone other than the parent/guardian is picking up a child, they must be listed on the emergency card or written notice in advance must be provided.

3.4

Bicycles, Scooters, and Skateboards

Safety for our students is of great concern to many of us. Students are encouraged to wear helmets when riding to school. We are asking for your assistance and cooperation in reinforcing safe practices at both starting time and dismissal. Bicycles should be locked in the bicycle racks provided at West Side, Jackson and Tibbets. The school is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen property.Students bringing items such as scooters or skateboards will be asked to leave them outside at the bike rack. We are unable to accommodate scooters and skateboards inside the school due to space limitations.

3.5

Birthday Party Invitations

Often parents ask to distribute party invitations at school. This is acceptable as long as all children in the classroom are receiving invitations. When only select children are receiving invitations, please do not distribute them at school. Those children not receiving an invitation can be very upset and they may have difficulty learning that day.

3.6

Birthday Treats

Children who would like to bring a birthday snack to share with their class may do so by making arrangements with their teacher. Parents are encouraged to check with their child’s teacher before bringing in snacks for the classroom, as there may be some foods that are restricted due to special diets or food allergies. To reduce the spread of illness, we are discouraging the use of ‘classroom snack bowls’ that allow students to put their hands into the bowls to serve themselves. Please individually wrap food items or snacks, or use commercially prepared snacks or snacks prepared by a licensed food vendor. Due to the lack of freezer or refrigerator space, foods that require refrigeration or freezer space should be avoided. If your child has a medically documented food allergy, please contact the classroom teacher(s) to personally inform them of your child’s specific health concern and how it is managed. If your child has a food allergy, your assistance during class parties is welcomed.

3.7

Bus Transportation and Rules

Durham Bus Services provides bus transportation. Please contact them at ​723-7667 ​with questions or concerns. Students are assigned to a specific bus and bus stop. The bus driver is responsible for enforcing the rules provided by the bus company. The rules have been developed to ensure the safety of our children. Parents are encouraged to reinforce the rules and cooperate with enforcement.

Bus Rules:

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The bus driver may assign seats.

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No balloons

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Be courteous

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No profanity or inappropriate language

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Do not eat or drink on the bus

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Violence is prohibited

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Remain seated

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Keep your hands and head inside the bus

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Do not destroy property.

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Do not distract the bus driver.

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Misbehavior on the Bus

In the event of a problem on the bus, the driver notifies the bus company and the school principal. The consequence is at the discretion of the principal, depending upon the circumstances. The following procedures will be followed: Additional offenses will be referred to the District Administrator. First Offense Second Offense Third Offense

Fourth Offense

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The student is contacted and the problem is discussed. Parents are sent a copy of the completed Bus Behavior Report. The incident is discussed with the child. Parents are sent a copy of the completed Bus Incident Report. The student may be given an assigned seat on the bus. Parents are contacted. A suspension of bus riding privileges for one to three days is imposed. During the period of suspension, parents are expected to transport their child to and from school. Parents are notified. A suspension of bus riding privileges for three to five days is imposed. During the period of suspension, parents are expected to transport their child to and from school.

Pupil Transportation to a Place Other Than the Student’s Home

Transportation to club meetings, music lessons, slumber parties, overnight visits with friends or other recreational activities ​will not ​be permitted, according to School Board Policy. Emergency parent absences from the home will be considered as extenuating circumstances and deviation from the regular bus stop will be permitted provided the bus stop is a regularly scheduled stop and the driver has a note dated and signed by the parent and cosigned by the principal.

3.10

Bus Changes

In the event that your child must be picked up or dropped off at a different location, please stop by the office to complete the Bus Information Form. Completion of this form will ensure that your child’s transportation arrangements are shared with staff and the bus company, thereby eliminating any confusion. A change form should be completed in the event of a family emergency or change in daycare. Other bus change requests (examples include: Birthday Parties, Play dates, Sleepovers, etc.) cannot​ be accommodated due to the limited space on the busses.

3.11

Student Use of Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices

Elkhorn Area School District Board Policy 443.6 states that student use or possession of electronic paging or two-way communication devices (e.g., ​beepers, c​ellular phones, etc.) on school premises owned or rented by, or under the control of the Elkhorn Area School District, is prohibited except that a student may use or possess these devices for the purpose of communicating outside of the instructional day. While in students​’ possession, all communication devices shall be stored out of sight and remain off during the instructional day. Exception to this policy may be permitted on a case-by-case basis by a building administrator. Any student found violating this policy shall surrender the communication device and be subject to disciplinary action. A building administrator shall annually inform students of this policy.

3.12

Child Care

There are many daycare facilities available in the Elkhorn area. Busing is available to day care providers located within the school’s attendance area, in addition to the larger day care providers. Students are to arrive at school ​no earlier than 8:20 ​A.M. There is no staff supervision prior to that time. On-site before and after school childcare is provided at a cost by Lakeland Little Learners at Jackson and Tibbets.On-site before and after school childcare is provided at a cost by The Learning Curve (TLC) at West Side. Please contact Lakeland Little Learners or The Learning Curve directly for information and costs.

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3.13

Communication

Good communication between parents and the school is essential. Each school provides a newsletter. In addition, each school maintains a website with updated information, newsletters, and calendars. Classroom information is sent home with children. Classroom newsletters, assignment notebooks, e-mail, websites, and notes home are just a few of the communication vehicles used by staff. Please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher or the school with questions or concerns. Each staff member has e-mail and voice mail to facilitate communication.

3.14

Conduct

For a school to have a positive impact on developing intrinsic motivation and self-discipline, specific behaviors must be expected and actively taught by all members of the adult community. This requires a working partnership between home and school. Good manners and a general sense of care and concern for self and others must be focused on if a quality-learning environment is to be established. It is in this spirit that the Code of Conduct has been developed. Please review this with your child. If, for some reason, you need to be contacted due to your child’s inappropriate behavior, we expect that we can work together to influence your child to make better choices and deal effectively with natural consequences. Students must understand that when they choose to exercise inappropriate behavior, they are choosing to accept a consequence or form of correction. The initial correction lies with the person observing the inappropriate behavior. The principal exercises the right to assume the responsibility for correcting excessive or extreme misconduct. Behavioral consequences vary, dependent on the behavior being treated. Such consequences include: parent conferences, temporary removal from activities in the classroom (time-out), loss of recess, loss of field trips or special classroom events, and in-school and out-of-school suspensions, and involvement of the district police liaison officer.

3.15

Playground Rules and Enforcement

Safety on the playground is of great concern to parents, students, and staff. All students have a responsibility to behave in a manner that ensures a pleasant and safe environment that is in the best interest of the school community. Playground equipment is provided. Appropriate use of equipment is expected.

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Playground Behavior Expectations

* Respect others. * Respect property. * No put-downs or name-calling.

* Be cooperative and courteous. * Listen to the playground supervisors.

Consequences for Inappropriate Behaviors 1. Warning. 2. Time out. Stand by wall away from others. 3. Loss of recess time. 4. Office referral. The playground supervisory staff reserves the right to refer a student to the office if they determine that is the appropriate course of action.

Prohibited Activities -​Throwing sand, rocks, snow or pushing people in the snow. -Baseballs are not allowed at school. -Games or activities that involve pushing or throwing another child to the ground, such as tackle football, monkey pile, chicken, fighting. -Rough play: “King of the Mountain” on snow hills. -Sliding on ice. -Pulling, pushing, fighting, or throwing others around. -Picking on anyone verbally or physically. -Fighting.

3.17

Custodial Rights

Parents are required to notify and have on file in the office via legal documentation, any limitations or restrictions involving a child’s custody, as it pertains to child safety and security at school. Without legal documentation on file in the school office, we must remain neutral in all custody situations.

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3.18

Directory Information

The following information is classified by the district as directory data: pupil’s name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, photographs (including video tapes and other reproductions), awards received, and the name of the school most recently previously attended by the pupil. Directory data shall be considered public information and may be released, unless the parent, guardian or eligible student (18 years of age or older) informs the school, in writing within fourteen (14) days of receipt of this notice that directory data may not be released without prior consent. In the course of a school year, students are occasionally videotaped, photographed, or their names are placed in various publications, including postings on internet web pages. The resulting photo, videotape or student’s published name may be used in a variety of ways: to promote the school district, individual school, or specific programs to the community, to instruct students or staff members, or, to orient new parents, staff and students. The final product could also take a variety of forms: photo displays, slide/Power Point presentations, newspaper articles, pamphlets, video programs, or internet web pages. On occasion there is media coverage or perchance recordings of school events and activities by outside journalists, students, parents, or other non-district personnel beyond the control of the school or school district. Media coverage may involve, but is not necessarily limited to: voice recordings, still photographs, videotaping or public disclosure of directory data such as the student’s name and date of birth. Even with the consent of the parent/guardian, media coverage of events, activities or issues in school or on school property is allowed only with the permission of the building principal and only if it does not disrupt or hinder student instruction or other activities.

3.19

Dismissal

The end of the day bell rings at 3:25. Students that are walkers or ride in cars are dismissed at 3:20 p.m. Students who ride the bus are dismissed at 3:25 P.M. Staff are not responsible to supervise students after dismissal. Wraparound childcare is available at each elementary site. Parents picking up their children should use extra caution during this busy time. Staff will direct students to the appropriate bus.

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Early Arrival

Students are not to arrive at school until 8:20 A.M. Please plan your child’s arrival at school between 8:20 and 8:30 a.m. Before then, there is no adult supervision available in the building or on the playground. Students will remain on the bus until 8:20 A.M., at which time they will follow the procedure established by the individual school. Parents needing before and/or after school care need to make appropriate child care arrangements.

3.21

Education of Homeless Children & Youth

Homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education as provided to other children residing in the district. The school liaison for homeless children and youth is MaryEllen Wright, District Social Worker. Please contact her at 723-3160 extension 1617.

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Emergency Information

Please complete the online emergency information ​for each child. It is important that this information be accurate and complete. Unlisted telephone numbers must be stated. Your confidentiality will be respected, but it is essential that we are able to notify parents if a child becomes ill or has an accident. Please select a contact person who will be available, know of your whereabouts, and who will be able to accept your child if you are not at home or if you cannot be reached. If you move or change your address or telephone number during the school year, it is important that you notify the school. PLEASE NOTE: Your child will only be released to adults listed on the emergency card as being able to pick up the child. PLEASE BE SURE TO UPDATE EMERGENCY INFORMATION AS NEEDED.

3.23

Emergency School Closings

Sometimes it is necessary to close schools early. It usually happens during extreme winter weather; however, it could happen for other emergencies. If any changes are made in our school hours, an announcement will be made on the following: 96.1 620 104.5 106

WLKG -FM WTMJ - AM WSLD - FM WMIL - FM

Lake Geneva Milwaukee Whitewater Milwaukee

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TV 6 TV 4 TV 12

WITI WTMJ WISN

Milwaukee Milwaukee Milwaukee

Please do not call the school about closings. Announcements are made regularly if schools are closed. Back Up Plan: In the event that school must be closed early due to inclement weather or emergency conditions, it is essential that your child know what to do. Early dismissal creates some real problems for some students and parents. Realizing that many parents work and making arrangements to receive children at home on short notice is difficult, we are requesting that all parents complete an Emergency Dismissal Information form for each child. This will provide the office with information regarding arrangements for your child. Please complete the form and return it to the office. Discuss the arrangements with your child(ren), as it is important that your child (ren) is aware of the arrangements that have been made on their behalf. Be sure to update the information as needed. The School district of Elkhorn may elect to utilize an electronic message system. This system has the ability to contact you in case of any type of emergency giving you information about the emergency.

3.24

Fire, Safety and Tornado Drills

Fire drills are conducted at regular intervals, averaging about one per month. Safety Drills are performed twice per year. A tornado drill is conducted in the spring when occurrences of tornadoes are more frequent.

3.25

Fundraising Activities

From time to time, students may participate in fundraising activities sponsored by student groups or school-based organizations. Such activities follow the guidelines established by the School Board and must be approved by the building principal and the District Administrator. Students under the age of 12 shall be permitted to participate in fundraising activities provided written approval has been obtained from the student’s parent/guardian. Students under the age of nine, or each group containing one or more students under the age of nine must be physically accompanied by a parent or a person at least 16 years of age when working in a fundraising activity.

3.26

Grooming and Attire

The dress and grooming of a student is primarily a parent/student responsibility, which should reflect concern for the health and safety of the student, others, and school property. When the dress of a student constitutes a health problem, seems to be unsuitable for school wear, is a physical danger to any person, or when the student’s manner of dress or grooming causes a disruption or disturbance, the principal shall take appropriate action to correct the situation. If the school attire, dress or grooming which is disruptive or a disturbance is repeated, the principal will call a conference with the parent/guardian, the student and the school counselor and make appropriate arrangements. Specific rules governing student attire at school include: ● All shirts must have backs and no bare midriffs. Attire of appropriate length, which does not distract from the learning atmosphere, will be permitted to be worn. Shorts of an appropriate length may be worn as weather permits. ● Hats, caps, gloves, winter boots, coats, and jackets will not be worn in the classrooms. Hooded sweatshirts may be worn, but hoods may not cover the head while in school. ● Winter boots may not be worn all over the building. Students should have a set of shoes to be worn in the building. Footwear should be appropriate for children participating in school activities. Shoes with non-marking soles are recommended for school wear. ● Clothing worn by students should be clean, fit appropriately, and be in good condition. All clothing should be suitable for a school in which large numbers of people are brought together in classroom situations. ● Any attire that can be damaging to school property is not permitted. ● No student shall be permitted to wear any clothing which is normally identified with a gang or gang-related activity (inclusive of gang-related colors, if for purposes of identification). ● No student shall be permitted to wear clothing that contains pictures and/or writing referring to alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, sexual references, profanity, illegal drugs, bigoted epithets, harassment/hate messages, or messages of hostility toward race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.

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● Use of cosmetic products and makeup are discouraged in the elementary school. Students are not to bring make-up products to school, with the exception of a lip moisturizer. Sharing of makeup products causes a potential health risk. ● Perfume and aftershave products should be used minimally. Strong odors may pose a health risk for children with asthma. ● Any other item of clothing not specifically mentioned above, but by appearance that would be materially or substantially disruptive to the learning atmosphere or contradictory to the spirit of the dress code, will not be permitted. If there is a disagreement between students and/or parents and the staff regarding the appropriateness of clothing, the school principal will make the final decision. We recommend that parents identify clothing articles with their child’s name for ease of identification.

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Highly Qualified Teachers

All teachers in Wisconsin have at least a bachelor’s degree. In the Elkhorn Area School District, approximately 75% of our teaching and administrative staff has advanced degrees. All of our teachers are fully licensed for their assignment. In addition, we have several instructional aides who are considered qualified who support learning in the schools. The No Child Left Behind Act – Title 1 – gives parents/guardians the right to request the following information: whether the teacher has met state qualifications and has a license and the grade level he or she teaches; whether the teacher has an emergency or provisional license; what degrees the teacher holds and the field of the discipline of his or her certification or degree; and whether the child is being provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications. If you want to see the state qualification for your child’s teacher, you may ask the principal or find it on the DPI website.

3.28

Halloween Parties

Halloween Parties are not observed in any of the elementary schools. Please do not send costumes to school.

3.29

Insurance

The school district does not supply accident insurance for students in the Elkhorn Area School District. Each year, the school makes available accident insurance through an outside provider. This plan will provide secondary benefits for medical expenses incurred because of an accident. Information regarding the coverage and costs will be sent home at the beginning of the school year. This is an optional program.

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Items of Value

Parents are encouraged not to send to school, at any time, valuable items. Children are strongly discouraged from bringing money to school, with the exception of lunch money. We encourage you to pay for milk and lunches on our website or by check if possible. Toys and electronic devices and items of value are not to be brought to school. Equipment to be used on the school playground should not be brought from home. Playground equipment, including balls, jump ropes, etc., is provided for students.

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Latex-Safe Environment

Tibbets, West Side and Jackson Schools have been designated as latex-safe environments. Items containing latex, such as latex balloons and gloves are not allowed as they may cause life-threatening allergic reactions. Your assistance and cooperation is appreciated. Questions may be directed to Mrs. Wendy Zimmerman, School Nurse at 723-3160 ext 1410 or the school office.

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Lockers

Students are assigned lockers at the beginning of the school year. The lockers are provided for the storage of student coats, hats, boots, etc. No locks are to be used on the lockers; therefore, please do not bring items of value. Students are responsible for keeping the locker clean and organized. School lockers are the property of the Elkhorn Area School District. Periodic inspections of lockers may be conducted for any reason, at any time, without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant by school staff.

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Lost and Found

Please mark all of your child’s clothing and lunch boxes with your child’s name. Many of our students have similar attire and it is much easier to find the rightful owner if objects are marked. Feel free to come in at any time to check our LOST AND FOUND BOX. Lost items of value, such as glasses, keys, and jewelry will be kept in the office. Students are encouraged to check for lost items. All items that remain unclaimed will be donated to charity.

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3.34

Breakfast and Lunch

School lunch is available for all Kindergarten through fifth grade students. The School Board determines the cost of a student lunch annually in August. Students may purchase milk separately. Application forms for free and reduced meals can be found online at the EASD website or may be obtained from the office at any time during the school year. Lunch application forms for free and reduced meals may take up to two weeks to process. Please send lunch money or a cold lunch with your child until you have been notified regarding your application approval or denial. A new form should be completed any time the family’s financial situation changes. Students who require food accommodations due to a medically diagnosed health condition or due to religious reasons should contact Ellen Leasure, District Food Service Supervisor at 262-723-3160. Classes take a milk break some time during the day. Students may purchase milk for their break. The cost of lunch for the 2016-2017 school year was $2.15 per day. Milk was $.35 per carton. Breakfast is an option at all three elementary schools. The cost for breakfast was $1.05 and includes milk in the fee. Lunches and milk break money may be purchased daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semester, or for the year. Every family is grouped as one lunch/milk break account. Students are expected to exhibit positive lunchroom behavior at all times. Lunchroom rules include: ● Sit at assigned table. ● Use quiet voices. ● Always walk ● Use good manners. ● Raise your hand for dismissal. If and when your child’s lunch account becomes overdue, you will be given a one-day grace period to charge a lunch. At this point a communication will be sent home with your child informing you of the negative balance or you may use Family Access on our websites to check your lunch balance at anytime.

3.35

Office Hours

Office hours during the school year are from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. M-F. Summer Academy hours at the Middle School are 7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. During Summer Academy you can reach the Summer Academy secretary at 723-6800 ext. 1503.

3.36

Parent Teacher Association

Each school has an active Parent Teacher Association. The membership of this organization consists of parents and guardians of children attending the school and faculty/staff members. Monthly meetings are open to all who wish to attend. Dates of scheduled meetings appear in the school calendar.

3.37

Photographs

Photographs are frequently taken at school of students engaging in learning activities. Individual photographs are taken of all students in the fall and are included in the yearbook, the class picture, and social media types of venues. If you do not wish to have your child’s picture included in the yearbook, newspaper, or any other type of media, please contact the school principal in writing.

3.38

Physical Education

No special clothes are required to participate in physical education classes. For safety, all boys and girls should wear tennis shoes or athletic shoes during class. Non-marking soles are required. If your child is unable to participate in physical education class due to a medical reason, a doctor or dentist excuse is required. Accommodations are provided to students who have a physician’s order for partial participation in some physical education activities based on the student’s medical injury (example: students with a sprained wrist may have a doctor’s order to participate in non-contact physical education activities). Physical education limitations due to medical conditions, including broken bones or sprains require a doctor’s note to allow the student to resume full activity. Students unable to participate in physical education will be limited in their recess activities and field trip participation as indicated by their medical provider. Contact Wendy Zimmerman, School Nurse, with questions.

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3.39

Playground Equipment

The school provides equipment such as softballs, kickballs, jump ropes, basketballs, soccer balls, etc. Students should not bring games, toys and equipment from home. Skateboards, electronic devices, and scooters are not allowed on the playground at recess.

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Recess

Students are provided with recess opportunities both at noontime and during the school day. In order to maintain a safe and enjoyable playtime that is in the best interest of all individuals and the school community, it is necessary to implement behavioral expectations for all students. Our goal is to develop students who are responsible and respectful of others and their property. Due to changing weather conditions and strong winds, it is suggested that layered clothing be considered when the weather is questionable. Students are expected to go out for recesses and should be appropriately dressed. Students will go outside when the combination of the temperature with the wind chill is 1 degree or above. Students will have indoor recess when the temperature with wind-chill is zero degrees or below. If students are well enough to come to school, they will be considered well enough to participate in outdoor recess unless a doctor’s order prohibiting recess is presented to the school office.

3.41

School Fees

All school fees are found in Family Access or on the district website. Fees are due at the beginning of the school year.

3.42

School Hours - Tibbets, West Side, and Jackson:

Bus Arrival………………….8:20

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School Begins………………8:30 ​

Dismissal……………………3:25

Student Records

The federal Family Educational rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) guarantees parents/guardians or adult students the right to inspect and review the student’s educational records. Administrative Rule 347 in the Elkhorn Area School District outlines the guidelines for the maintenance and confidentiality of student records. An adult student or the parent/guardian of a minor student shall, upon request, be shown in the presence of a person qualified to explain and interpret the records, the student’s records. If, upon inspection, the parents/guardians or adult student wishes to seek amendment to the student’s educational records, the parents/guardians can request a hearing with the school principal who will arrange such a meeting to include professional personnel qualified to interpret the records. A request for amendment not resolved at the school level will be brought to the attention of the District Administrator Jason Tadlock. If, at this point, the concern has not been satisfactorily settled, further appeal may be made to the Family Policy Compliance Office of the U.S. Department of Education alleging noncompliance with FERPA requirements.

3.44

Student Record Request

Wisconsin law allows a school district where a student is enrolled to request student records from a previous district without the parent/guardian or adult student’s consent because the receiving district has a legitimate educational interest in the records.

3.45

Student Surveys

The Elkhorn Area School Board respects the privacy rights of parents and their children. No student shall be required to participate in any survey associated with a school program or the District’s curriculum, or which is administered by a third party in the schools, if the survey includes one or more of the following items: ● Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parents; ● Mental and psychological problems of the student or the student’s family; ● Sex behavior or attitudes; ● Illegal, anti-social, self incriminating or demeaning behavior; ● Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom students have close family relationships; ● Legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers; ● Religious practices, affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; or ● Income, other than that required by law to determine eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving financial assistance under such a program. The building principal shall notify parents/guardians at the beginning of each school year of the approximate dates during the school year when such survey activities are scheduled involving their children. Parents/guardians shall be given the opportunity to request that their child not participate in a survey containing the above information. If a survey containing any of the above

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information is funded in whole or in part by a program administered by the U.S. department of Education, written consent shall be obtained from the student or, in the case of a minor student, the parent or guardian before the student participates in the survey. Parents/guardians may, upon request, inspect a survey containing any of the above information and any survey created by a third party before the survey is administered or distributed to a student. They may also request to inspect any instructional materials used in connection with the survey or any instructional materials used as part of the educational curriculum for the student. Requests to inspect a survey or instructional materials should be made to the building principal or his/her designee. Survey inspection requests should be made prior to the date in which the survey is scheduled to be administered to students. The principal or designee shall respond to such requests without delay.

3.46

Student Transfers

If, during the school year, a student is leaving the school and transferring to another school, parents are asked to notify the office. This will ensure that information will be relayed to the child’s new school in a timely manner and will assist office staff in accurately documenting attendance. Student records are transferred directly to the new school following enrollment. Please be sure to stop in the office to return all textbooks, library books, chromebook and to schedule your lunch account reimbursement.

3.47

Telephone

School telephones may be used by students only for necessary calls. Students report to the office with the classroom teacher’s permission to make calls.

3.48

Testing

All students in the Elkhorn Area School District complete district assessments in the areas of reading, language arts, mathematics, writing, science, and social studies. These assessments are given to students at various times throughout the year. The purpose of the assessments is to provide valuable information to the teaching staff to plan instruction for your child and to document student learning. The results of the assessments will be shared with parents during fall conferences and upon request. Elementary students will participate in standardized testing in Kindergarten through fifth grades during the school year. The Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS) examinations are administered to all third, fourth and fifth grade students. The test results will be reported to you. The results show your child’s proficiency levels, indicating how well your child has learned the knowledge and skills tested when compared to a set standard. Parents can assist children in doing their best on the testing by encouraging them to get a good night’s sleep and to eat a nutritious breakfast prior to the test. It is helpful to the students if absences are reduced or eliminated during this time.​Please attempt to avoid scheduling vacations, doctor appointments, dental appointments, etc. during the testing period. It is difficult for students to make up those parts of the test that are missed.

3.49

Textbooks and Supplies

The Elkhorn Board of Education provides textbooks for all students. Students are responsible for maintaining the textbooks in good condition. Students will be asked to furnish supplies not normally furnished by the school. Supply lists are sent home in June for the following school year and are available in the office. School supply lists are also available online. Having the appropriate materials on hand when needed is the responsibility of each student. Student desks, lockers, storage cubbies etc. are provided for storing necessary materials. Student desks, lockers, storage cubbies etc. are the property of the Elkhorn Area School District. Periodic inspections may be conducted for any reason, at any time, without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant by school staff. Students are responsible for the proper care of all books, supplies, and furniture provided by the school. Any intentional damage to books, desks or other school furniture will result in the student being assessed for repairs or replacement.

3.50

Visitation

Parents are always welcome to visit our schools. For safety and security reasons, all visitors must sign in at the office and obtain a visitor pass. Students are not to bring friends or pets to school.

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3.51

Voice Mail

All staff members have voice mail. During school hours, the school office staff will answer the phones and assist you in leaving voice mail. If you call after school hours, the voice mail system automated attendant will prompt you to leave a direct message for employees. You will receive a response to your message from staff members in a timely fashion. If your call is an emergency requiring immediate attention, please indicate that to the office staff.

3.52

Weapons

No one shall possess, use, or store a weapon (including look alikes) in or on school property, in school vehicles at school, or at school related activities. A weapon is defined as anything that is used or designated to cause bodily injury or property damage (knives, guns, etc.). Students violating the policy regarding weapons will be subject to disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion, and/or criminal prosecution.

Health Information 4.1

School Physical Examinations

The Elkhorn Area School District requests a physical and a dental check for all 4/5 kindergarten, fourth, seventh and ninth grade students and for all children who transfer into the Elkhorn Schools. Physical forms are to be turned in to the school office by the first day of school or within 90 days of enrolling. A student physical form can be picked up in the school office, district office or found online in the EASD under the School Forms area.

4.2

School Dental Examinations

The Elkhorn Area School District acknowledges the importance of regular dental exams and the effects of dental health on the overall health and success in school. Parents are requested to provide a dental exam for 4/5 kindergarten, fourth, seventh, and ninth grade children and for all children who transfer into the Elkhorn Schools. Dental exam forms can be picked up at the school, district office or found online under the School Forms area. Forms are to be turned into the school office by the first day of school or within 90 days of enrolling. Dental Clinic for BadgerCare: Please contact Walworth County Department of Health and Human Services at 262-741-3140 for a list of dentist in Southeastern Wisconsin accepting BadgerCare.

4.3

Wisconsin State Law (s.188.135) Concerning Eye Exams

The Elkhorn Area School District is required to request each student entering 5-year old kindergarten to provide evidence of an eye examination by a physician (ophthalmologist or optometrist) or a physician by December 1. The State of Wisconsin Kindergarten Eye Health Examination Report Form is available at the school office or found online in the EASD Nurses’ Page under School Health

4.4

Wisconsin State Law (s.252.04) Concerning Immunizations

STUDENT IMMUNIZATION LAW AGE/GRADE REQUIREMENTS ​2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR and Beyond. Age/Grade Pre K (2 yrs through 4 yrs)

Number of Doses 4 DTP/DTaP/DT

3 Polio

Grade K through 5

4 DTP/DTaP/DT/Td​1,2

4 Polio​4

Grade 6 through 12

4 DTP/DTaP/DT/Td​2

1.

1 Tdap​3

4 Polio​4

3 Hep B 3 Hep B 3 Hep B

1 MMR​5

1 Var​6

2 MMR​5

2 Var​6

2 MMR​5

2 Var​6

DTP/DTaP/DT vaccine for children ​entering Kindergarten​: Your child must have received one dose after the 4th birthday (either the 3rd, 4th, or 5​th dose) to be compliant. (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4th birthday is also acceptable).

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2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

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DTP/DTaP/DT/Td vaccine for students ​Pre K through 12​: Four doses are required. However, if your child received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday, further doses are not required. (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4th birthday is also acceptable). Tdap means adolescent tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis vaccine. If your child received a dose of a tetanus-containing vaccine, such as Td, within 5 years of entering the grade in which Tdap is required, your child is compliant and a dose of Tdap vaccine is not required. Polio vaccine for students entering grades ​Kindergarten through 12​: Four doses are required. However, if your child received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday, further doses are not required. (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4th birthday is also acceptable). The first dose of MMR vaccine must have been received on or after the first birthday (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 1st birthday is also acceptable). Var means Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine. A history of chickenpox disease is also acceptable.

School Exclusions

All students out of compliance with the Wisconsin State Immunization Law will be excluded from the Elkhorn Area School District on ​October 10, 2017​. A non-compliant student is one who is “behind schedule” for a required vaccine(s) or has no immunization record on file at school. It is the parent’s obligation to provide immunization records to the school. Immunizations can be obtained through your healthcare provider or the Walworth County Public Health Department. The State of Wisconsin has a Student Immunization Law (Chapter 252.04, Wis. Stats. and DHS 144 Wis. Admin. Code), which provides for religious, personal, or health exemptions to required immunizations. During disease outbreaks, children who are not fully immunized may be excluded from school and all school-related activities until the outbreak is over for their own protection and for the protection of others.

4.6

Walworth County Public Health Immunization Clinics

All clinics are held at Walworth County Department of Health and Human Services Center (Public Health/ East Entrance) W4051 County Road NN, Elkhorn, WI 53121. The clinics are open to those who do not have insurance that covers vaccines and those who have Medicaid/ BadgerCare (the Forward Card). For questions and further information, please call the public health unit at 262-741-3140 or call toll free 800-365-1587 or email at ​[email protected]​.

4.7

Annual Online Skyward Student Alert & Enrollment Emergency Information

All parents are required to fill out the online enrollment emergency information annually for each child annually prior to the start of the school year. Unlisted telephone numbers will be kept confidential. If emergency treatment is required, your online information enables us to call you and the information will be used by emergency medical services to contact you. Please update the enrollment information as needed throughout the school year. Please select a contact person who can act in your behalf if we are unable to reach you during an emergency​. ​If you don’t have a telephone, please select a contact person that we can contact who can contact you.

4.8

School Illnesses

School Illnesses: ​We will consider a student able to participate at school if he/she was sent to school with the parent’s knowledge that the child was not feeling their 100% best. Children who complain of not feeling well at school will be checked for a fever and observed. If the child is free from a fever of 100.9 degrees orally or above, is free from vomiting, diarrhea or excessive coughing and does not appear to be ill, the child will be sent back to class. Children who become ill at school or appear to have a communicable disease will be excused from school. If your child becomes ill at school, we will make every effort to notify you immediately. The online enrollment information will be used to contact the parent(s) with primary custody (parent #1). If we cannot contact you we will call the other people you have indicated on your emergency card. For student safety, if a child is too sick or injured to stay at school, they are also too sick or injured to walk home independently. A parent or emergency contact person must pick the child up from school. When to keep your child in your care at home​: Please keep your child under your care at home if they have a fever at or above 101 degrees, if they are vomiting, have diarrhea, or are excessively coughing. ​Please keep your child home until they are fever-free without the use of anti-fever medication, and/or free from vomiting and diarrhea for 24 hours before sending them back to school. ​ If your child is unable to attend school, please call the school daily to report an absence. Students are not permitted to stay in at recess time without a doctor’s order. If a student is well enough to come to school, they will be considered well enough to participate in outdoor recess. If children are so ill that they are unable to attend school for more than

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3 consecutive days, please consider contacting your health care provider. Please forward all doctor and dentist notes to the office. Please see the school’s attendance policy for more information.

4.9

Minor first aid

The American Heart Association through the Mercy Health System certifies a team of first responders which include the school Office Team (secretaries, part-time health aides, school nurse), physical education teachers and designated ​teachers. This team will be the primary providers of first aid as assigned by the principal and delegated by the district nurse. Minor first aid conditions are those conditions in which the student is able to walk back to class and fully participate in school without distress such as: minor abrasions, minor bruises, minor cuts, minor headaches and stomachaches, bloody noses, minor head bumps, and non-sensitive bee sting. If the child is capable of independent verbalization, the school staff will not contact the parents to inform them that the child needed minor first aid care. In minor school accidents that limit the child’s ability to participate in school or if a child is unable to be consoled, parents will be contacted. Parents are able to view their child’s health room visits through Parent Access in Skyward.

4.10

Urgent Care

In accidents or health conditions where it appears to require more than minor first aid, the staff will attempt to make the child comfortable while contacting the parent/guardian who is listed as the 1st contact in Skyward. If conditions which appear to be an emergency situation such as respiratory distress including asthma attacks not responding to emergency inhaler or where an emergency inhaler is not available, cardiac distress, unconsciousness, administration of emergency medication such as Epinephrine (Epipen), Glucagon, Diastat/Versed, or in conditions which are urgent and parents cannot be contacted or arrive at the school in a timely fashion, the ambulance will be called. The expense of the health care provider &/or the ambulance is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. NOTE: During school hours and school related activities, the school staff, including the district nurse and the district medical director, do not provide health care services beyond minor first aid. Except in an emergency, it is the parent’s responsibility to call a doctor for a child or take him/her to a health care providers’ office or hospital.

4.11

Dental and Doctor Excuses for Physical Education

Wisconsin Stat. 118.15 (1) (c) states that students may be excused from a school program if a parent/guardian provides written evidence from a physician or licensed practitioners that the student is not in proper physical or mental condition. including concussions. Such excuses shall state the period of time for which it is valid but not to exceed 30 days.

4.12

Recess, Field Trips, and Extracurricular Events

Those students unable to fully participate in physical education will also be unable to participate in recess activities, field trips, and extracurricular events requiring physical activity. Students who have a doctor’s note allowing for ​limited activity in physical education will be allowed to participate in recess, field trips, and extracurricular events per physician’s instruction/order.

4.13

Resuming Activity

School program limits due to breaks, sprains, or concussions require a doctor’s note to resume full activity.

4.14

Parent notes for PE

Parent/guardian may write a note to excuse their child from physical education due to a parent identified illness or injury for 1 day while awaiting medical follow up or healing.

4.15

Slings, braces, crutches, or a wheelchair

Students who require the use of slings, braces, crutches, or a wheelchair due to an injury or surgery must have a physician's order stating limitations and restrictions. The doctor’s order must specifically include the use of crutches or a wheelchair during school. A doctor’s note is required to resume full activity in physical education or school programs. Handicap parking is available at all school buildings for those students, family members, visitors and staff who have a temporary or permanent physical disability.

4.16

Concussion: Return to Learn/Return to Play

Wisconsin Stat.118.293(4)(a) states an athletic coach, or official involved in a youth athletic activity, or health care provider shall remove a person from the youth athletic activity if the coach, official, or health care provider

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determines that the person exhibits signs, symptoms, or behavior consistent with a concussion or head injury or the coach, official, or health care provider suspects the person has sustained a concussion or head injury. After the initial diagnosis of concussion by a trained medical professional, an individualized Return to Learn Plan will be put in place, as well as a Return to Play Plan if the student is a student athlete. In the early stages of recovery after a concussion, increased cognitive demands, such as academic coursework, as well as physical demands, may worsen symptoms and prolong recovery. Every student’s injury and recovery is unique and requires careful observation and support from parents, physicians, and school staff. A student’s symptoms may range from severe to mild, chronic to infrequent, or constant to intermittent. Some students will have a full recovery, whereas other students may not. A comprehensive Return to Learn Plan/Return to Play Plan will provide appropriate provisions for adjustment of academic coursework/athletic participation on an individual basis. Input from your physician will be needed to help the school district make a plan which will benefit the student. The plan will be modified based on the student’s rate of recovery. Updated physician's orders are required every 30 days per Wisconsin Stat. 118.15 (1) (c). If after 30 days, the student has not returned fully to academics, a team meeting, which may include the student, parent/guardian, school administration, school social worker, school counselor, school nurse and instructor, will take place. A student diagnosed with a concussion is expected to follow The Elkhorn Area School District Code of Conduct and the Elkhorn Area School District Attendance Policy. Updated Physician’s orders may be required every 30 days to excuse the student from attending school or participating in academic activities. Ideally, the plan is in place to support the student’s return to optimal health and continued learning. Based on the student's recovery, there may be situations in which the student is not able to continue with his/her anticipated educational plan. Examples of changes may include: dropping or retaking classes, delaying finals, attending summer school, extending the student’s anticipated graduation date, or altering the student’s academic and career plan. Following a concussion, the student ​must have a physician’s order indicating the student is able to fully participate in school core academic activities ​prior to involvement in music, choir, band, technical education, physical education, recess, or extracurricular activities. Adhering to an individualized Return to Learn Plan/Return to Play Plan, based on the accommodations indicated by the trained medical professional, will promote recovery and prevent ongoing symptoms.

4.17

Medications

Medication administration in schools is governed by Wis. Stat. sec. 118.29. All prescription and nonprescription medications may be administered at school. Both nonprescription and prescription drugs must be recognized as drugs in the official U.S. Pharmacopoeia and national formulary or official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States or any supplemental publication to these references. 1. U.S. Pharmacopoeia 2. U. S. Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia A prescription drug is a substance recognized as a drug defined in Wis. Stat. sec. 450.01(1)(10)(a),(b),(c),(d). This statute defines drugs as: • Any substance recognized in the official U.S. Pharmacopoeia and national formulary or official homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States or any supplemental publication to these references. • Any substance involved in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease or other conditions in people. • Any substance other than a device or food intended to affect the structure or function of the body of the person. • Any substance which is intended for the use or consumption in or for the mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or scientific application or purposes. Prior to administration, prescription medications require a written medical provider and parent authorization. Wisconsin Statutes sec. 450 may be viewed at: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/450.pdf. A nonprescription medication is any non-narcotic medication product that may be sold without a prescription order. Parent Provided Non-prescription Medication

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Please attempt to give medication before or after school. Aspirin is not allowed. If a parent believes their child is unable to attend school without receiving a non​-prescription medication during the 7 hour school day, the parent must comply with Wisconsin Act 160 of Administration of Drugs to Pupils Law. For a school to follow Wisconsin Law Wisconsin State Statute 118.29 Act 160 to safely give your child a non​prescription medication we must have: 1. The non-​prescription medication must be supplied by a parent or guardian in the original manufacturer’s packaging (bottle or blister pack) with the list of active ingredients and recommended therapeutic dosage. 2. Written signature of parent or guardian. 3. Non-prescription drug products may only be administered in higher than recommended dosage by written ​approval of the medical provider and parent or guardian. 4. By school district policy, the school is only able to give parent​-provided acetaminophen, ibuprofen, cough medicine, antacids or antihistamines. Aspirin is not allowed. Vitamins, supplements, and digestive aids require a physician’s order. a. By Wisconsin Law Wisconsin State Statute 118.29 Act 160 to we CANNOT accept non-​prescription medication in a baggy or in a container where the label is not clear even if the pills are identifiable to us. b. We are not able to give “Homemade” medication, creams, drops, essential oils or homemade homeopathic mixtures. 5. By school district policy any non-prescription drug which is needed for more than three days needs a physician’s signature. 6. By school district policy any non-prescription drug requires informing the office staff of the condition for which the non​prescription medication is given and providing in writing: 1) dosage requested to be given, 2) time to be given, 3) when the last dose was given at home, 4) when the expiration date is, 5) provide a measuring device if the medication is liquid. Medication Safety: Parents are required to drop the medication off with office staff. Do not to send the medication to school on the bus. All medication stored at school is kept secure in a locked cabinet. Medication not picked up after 48 hours of non-use or discontinuation will be disposed of. Medication will not be sent home with students unless the student is 18 years old.

4.18

Physician Ordered Oral or Inhaled Medication

By Wisconsin State Law (statute 118.29) and the EASD policy NO medication, emergency or otherwise, will be given to a student until there is an order in writing from a medical provider and parent authorization. Please attempt to schedule medication before or after school. Medications that are ordered three times a day may be given before school, after school and at bedtime unless specified by the physician that they need to be given during the school day. Parents need to provide a measuring spoon or device if the medication is liquid. All tablets that need to be split need to be split by the parent. The school is only able to provide the service of dispensing physician ordered medication if ​the parent complies with Wisconsin Act 160 of Administration of Drugs to Pupils Law which states parents must: 1. Supply and deliver the medication to the school office in the original pharmacy-labeled package. a. By Wisconsin Law Act 160 we CANNOT accept medication in a baggy or in a container where the label is not clear ​even if the pills are identifiable to us. 2. The pharmacy-labeled package must specify: a. Name of the student b. Name of the prescriber (physician/nurse practitioner/dentist) c. Name of the drug d. The dose of the drug e. The effective date f. And the directions in the legible format: such as the time to be taken and number of days to be taken. 3. Prior to administration, prescription medications require a written medical provider. This a doctor’s order along with a written parent note or the EASD prescription medication form. 4. The parent completes and signs the prescription medication permission form that states the reason for taking the medication. a. Wisconsin Statutes sec. 450 may be viewed at: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/450.pdf. Narcotics​: If your child requires a prescription pain medication that is known to reduce the function of the central nervous system, such as the narcotic pain medications Vicodin, Hydrocodone, Tylenol #3, Oxycontin, etc. we request you keep your child safe in your care until their pain can be controlled with a non-narcotic pain medication. Students are not allowed to have drugs or other substances that are considered controlled substance such as a narcotic pain medication on school property, even if there is a physician’s order for the medication. Please see the EASD AODA Policy. Medication Safety​: For the safety of all students Parents are encouraged to drop the medication off with office staff from 7:30 to 4:00. Please do not to send the medication to school on the bus. All medication stored at school is kept secure in a locked cabinet. Medication not picked up after 48 hours of discontinuation will be disposed of. Medication will not be sent home with students unless the student is 18 years old with the exception of inhalers.

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4.19

Essential Oil Use

The Health Room recognizes complementary or alternative medical treatments and supports parents in their preferences for health care. School district policies and procedures meet professional standards of practice for safe medication administration. In compliance with nursing regulations, the use of essential oils is to cure, mitigate, treat, or change the function of a body and is defined as a drug. There is currently no governmental agency in the the ​United States which regulates essential oils. A request for the administration of essential oils topically or inhaled must be accompanied by a written health care provider order. School personnel are prohibited from using essential oils on students without written parent consent and a physician’s order. The health room will not administer essential oils orally. The essential oils need to be clearly labeled with the ingredients matching the MSDS sheet and the essential oil is to be stored in a secure location in the health room. Not administering a product in school does not prevent parents from administering it at home or coming to school to administer it themselves in the health room.

4.20

Health Concerns and Health Room Services

Parents of a student with a chronic health concern or that need nursing services during the school day must provide physician documentation of any school limitations or the need for accommodations each school year. Students who are in need of assistance with toilet training or toileting self-cares are required to have a health care provider directed plan updated each year. It is suggested that the student wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace if the child has life threatening health conditions or the child is unable to verbalize their health condition. Parents should meet with the classroom teacher(s) at least annually to explain any special needs.

4.21

Life Threatening Allergies and Emergency Medication

Wisconsin State Law (statute 118.29) and the EASD policy specifically permits authorized personnel to administer rescue (immediate-acting) inhalers, epinephrine, glucagon, and rectal diazepam/intranasal Midazolam/Versed to students who appear to be having a life threatening medical response to known students with medical orders and parent consent. In addition, the law permits authorized personnel to administer epinephrine to students who appear to be having an allergic reaction, and glucagon to known students for diabetes for severe low blood sugar with an altered state of consciousness, without parent and medical provider permission. In both cases, a bus driver, employee, or volunteer must report the event by calling “911.” (Wis. Stat. sec. 118.29(2)). As with other prescription medication, the physician and parent must comply with the requirements for medications within the school. That can be a physician order and a parent note or a physician signed Emergency Health Care Plan for Known Severe Allergic Reaction. Parents are required to provide the emergency medication to school by the first day of school. It is suggested that the student wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace when at school and that the parents meet with the classroom teacher(s) to explain the life-threatening health condition. Parents are encouraged to attend field trips and classroom-school parties with their child.

4.22

Food Accommodations

Students who require food accommodations due to a medically diagnosed health condition or due to religious reasons should contact Ellen Leasure, District Food Service Supervisor at 262-723-3160 extension 1423

4.23

Child Abuse Laws

Child abuse is any mistreatment of a child that results in harm or injury and that has no ''reasonable'' explanation. By Wis. State Statutes 48.981 (b) the definition of a "child" means any person under 18 years of age. Wisconsin State Statute (48.981) requires mandated reporters, upon having reasonable cause to believe that neglect or physical or sexual abuse has occurred, or having reason to believe that a child has been threatened with abuse or neglect and that the abuse or neglect will occur, shall immediately make a report to the designated authorities. Compliance with the reporting procedures is mandated. Employees are subject to fines and/ or legal action for failure to report any suspected cases. If you believe a child you know has been or is being neglected or physically or sexually abused, please contact the Walworth County Human Service Department at (262) 741-3200.

4.24

Classroom Snacks and Cold Lunch

Breakfast, healthy snacks and a healthy lunch have been found to promote the learning process. Parents are encouraged to send a healthy snack and lunch that is low in sugar, fat and caffeine-free. Soda is strongly discouraged as a lunch beverage option. Please be aware that some classrooms only allow healthy snacks and restrict candy and soda as a snack item.

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4.25

Specialize Diet or Increased Fluids

If your child needs to have a specialized dietary or increased fluid (water intake) plan, please provide physician documentation and make an appointment to meet with your child’s teacher. Parents of a student who requires a specialized diet for the hot lunch program are encouraged to review the food service webpage ​http://easdfoodservices.weebly.com/​, and contact the EASD Food Service Director, Ellen Leasure at 262-723-3160 ext 1423 or ​[email protected]​.

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Food Safety in School

Parents are encouraged to check with their child’s teacher before bringing in snacks for the classroom, as there may be some foods which are restricted due to special diets or life-threatening food allergies. If your child has a life-threatening food allergy, please contact the classroom teacher(s) to personally inform them of your child’s specific health concern and how it is managed. If your child has a life-threatening food allergy, parents are required to provide a physician’s order along with the emergency medication. It is suggested the student wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace when at school and parents are encouraged to attend their child’s field trips and classroom-school parties. To reduce the spread of illness, we are discouraging the use of ‘classroom snack bowls’ that allow students to put their hands into the bowls to serve themselves. Please individually wrap food items or snacks, or use commercially prepared snacks or snacks prepared by a licensed food vendor. Due to the lack of freezer or refrigerator space, foods that require refrigeration or freezer space should be avoided.

School-Wide Screenings 4.27

Scoliosis Screening

The Elkhorn Area School District requires scoliosis screening as part of their requested physical exam for grade kindergarten, fourth, seventh and ninth. There is no in-school scoliosis screening.

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Vision Screening

A complete eye exam performed by an eye care specialist is suggested for all children entering kindergarten and then every two years because 80% of learning is visual. Most children do not realize that they have a vision problem. As many as 25% of all children have vision problems. Parent volunteers provide a simple vision screening in the month of October using a Snellen chart and a Randon Dot E. These screenings are NOT eye exams and simply note children who have difficulty seeing from a distance of 10 feet. These screenings do not detect children with near vision problems. It is estimated that these screenings only find 40% of the children with vision difficulty. See above for Wisconsin State Law concerning eye exams.

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Hearing Screenings

The goal of the hearing screening is to locate a child with a hearing problem that can interfere with communication and educational performance. Parent volunteers provide a simple hearing screening in the month of October using an audiometer. This screening is NOT a hearing exam and does not detect all types of hearing loss. The results of medical and audiological evaluation should be communicated to the child’s teacher to permit management of any exceptional educational needs that may exist.

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Dental Screenings

It is noted that the prevalence of dental decay has been cited in more than 40% of 5-year-olds and 85% of 17-year-olds. Students with dental decay have been found to have chronic colds, speech difficulty, poor school attendance, poor school performance, are poor eaters, and many complain of pain with eating. These combine to make learning difficult. Certified Dental Hygienist from the Seal-a-Smile program provide a simple ​visualization of each student’s teeth to look for teeth that may have decay. This is not a dental exam. Dental cavities that progress to a severe decaying of the tooth can lead to pain, reduced appetite, mouth odor, infection and other potential harmful effects. When dental decay is severe, it is considered neglect and the school is required by law to notify Human Services if no parental action is taken to seek dental care in a reasonable amount of time.

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Seal-a-Smile Program

The Seal-a-Smile Program is an in-school dental education, fluoride, and sealant program provided by Walworth County. The program’s targeted audience are students without dental insurance, sealant coverage, ,those students with Medical

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Assistance/Badger Care and those living in communities where there is no fluoride in the city water, this includes Elkhorn. Students in grades 4k/5k, 2nd and 5th at all three elementary schools along with 6​th grade students in the Middle School are encouraged to participate in this free dental decay prevention program. No student will be denied access. This program does not replace the services of a dentist and families are encouraged to have a dental home. More information on the Seal-a-Smile program can be obtained through E. Chace Wolf, RDH, Seal a Smile Program Coordinator Walworth County Public Health 262-741-3132 – Office, ​[email protected]

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Lice Screening and Monitoring

"Lice Screening and monitoring: Head lice affect 10-12 million children every year. To help parents effectively find and treat head lice, a school-wide screening is done in the elementary schools on the first or second day of school, after Thanksgiving break, after Winter break and after Spring break. The EASD No Live Lice and Nit reducing Policy states parents are required to pick up their child who has live lice, who has initially identified nits, or excessive nits to allow for treatment and completely remove the lice and nits before their child is returned to school. Parents are encouraged to take the child home, treat, comb out the lice lice and nits and return the child back to school that day. Staff will assist in the lice elimination process by checking the child’s hair upon returning to school. Staff will assist with nit removal if there are 20 or less nits or what can reasonably be combed out in 15-20 minutes. Children who return with excessive nits will be encouraged to stay with the assistance of the parent combing out the nits using the school health office. Staff will continue to support the family’s efforts and lice irradication until the child is lice and nit free for four weeks where routine head checks will occur for their child. The child is Nursing Excused from school for lice treatment for one day . Any additional days that the child is found with lice or excessive nits are considered a parent request excuse for attendance. Recurrent cases of lice will be offered the assistance of the school nurse and school social worker to have a home(s) visit to help identify any areas which may have been overlooked in the treatment of the home or family. Additional assistance will be offered through a referral to the Walworth County Public Health Nursing Services.

Behavior and PBIS 5.1

Classroom Behavior

The Elkhorn Area School District utilizes a system of Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support (PBIS) to promote a responsible, respectful, and safe learning environment for all children. Our PBIS system provides students positive incentives to make appropriate choices in school. If the safety or learning of self or others is compromised a student may need to be removed from the classroom setting. In the case of removal, the teacher may send the student to the building principal or designee and inform that individual of the reasons for the student’s removal from class. The designee will talk with those involved and re-teach proper behavior and allow for student reflection before returning to the classroom setting at an appropriate time.

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Behavior Expectation Flowchart

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5.3

Advancement/Retention

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5.3

Advancement/Retention

ADVANCEMENT - GRADE 4 To be advanced from grade four to grade five in accordance with state statutes, a student must meet the criteria stated below: a.​ Achievement The student must earn a passing report card grade for the year in reading and three of the four other core academic subjects (language arts, math, social studies, and science). Passing requires a grade above failing in at least three of the four quarters. b.​ State Exam The student must score proficient or advanced in three of five content areas (reading, language arts, math, science, social studies) and must score basic or above in reading. ADVANCEMENT - GRADES 6 & 7 To be advanced from grades six and seven to the next grade level in accordance with state statutes, a student must meet the criteria stated below: a.​ Achievement The student must earn a passing grade for the year in reading and three of the other four academic subjects (language arts, math, science, and social studies). Passing requires a grade above failing in at least four of the six terms. ADVANCEMENT - GRADE 8 To be advanced from grade eight to grade nine in accordance with state statutes, a student must meet the criteria stated below: a.​ Achievement The student must earn a passing grade for the year in reading and three of the other four core academic subjects (language arts, math, science, and social studies). Passing requires a grade above failing in at least four of the six terms. b.​ State Exam The student must score proficient or advanced in three of five content areas (reading, language arts, math, science, social studies) and must score basic or above in reading. REVIEW OF OTHER ACADEMIC CRITERIA If a student does not meet the achievement and State Exam criteria, or is excused or excluded from taking the State Exam, the school (principal, guidance counselor, team representative, and other relevant staff) will review other criteria as evidence of academic growth. a. Standardized testing b. District assessments c. Classroom assessments GRADE ADVANCEMENT COMMITTEE If a student does not meet the other academic criteria in grades four and eight, the school will convene a Grade Advancement Committee, which may include a principal, parents, teachers and other relevant staff, who will collect and review evidence of academic growth over time and other

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relevant data. Criteria may include prior retention, intellectual ability, social-emotional readiness, participation in summer school, other intervention programs, and any health-related issues. Exceptional Educational Needs (EEN) students and Limited English Proficient (LEP) students, as defined by state and federal laws, may be exempted from certain portions of the State Exam. The school will then use the alternate assessments identified in the student's IEP (for EEN students) or the state's alternative assessments for LEP students to determine whether individual students have shown proficiency in meeting the state standards. Pursuant to Wisconsin Statute, parents shall have the right to withhold the student from taking the State Exam for purposes of determining grade advancement. This option shall pertain even if the student has already taken the test and performed poorly. Students not taking the State Exam will need to pass the established district assessments in order to qualify for grade level advancement. The administration shall develop and provide intervention and remedial programming both during the school year and during the summer to assist students in meeting the criteria for advancement. Successful completion of summer remedial programs may be a contingency for grade advancement. A child may only be retained one time for failure to meet the criteria for advancement on the fourth and eighth grade State Exams. Parental Appeal Process:​ Parents may appeal to the School Board who will verify that the school followed the procedures/process outlined in this policy. The District Administrator shall be responsible for the general supervision and management of the advancement of students under this policy. The District Administrator or, if assigned the responsibility by the District Administrator, the building principal shall determine whether a student has satisfied the criteria in this policy. If a student has satisfied the criteria in this policy and the requirements of any other district policy applicable to the advancement of students, the student will be promoted from the eighth grade to the ninth grade. The District Administrator shall review and recommend district policies so that the schools of the district can help prepare students to satisfy the criteria in this policy and to otherwise implement this policy. The District Administrator shall develop practices to inform parents/guardians and students of the requirements of this policy and to keep parents/guardians informed of their child's academic progress. K-8 RETENTION Non-promotion is to be used only when this is in the best interest of the student. This decision should involve the parent(s), guardian(s), teachers, and the principal. If the school district recommends retention the parent(s) or guardian(s) shall have the final decision in all grades except four and eight. State statutes specify eligibility for grade advancement in grades 4 and 8. If 36

parent(s) or guardian(s) request retention, the school district will have the final decision on full-year retention in all grades.

Parent(s) or guardian(s) must sign a statement indicating their support of full-year retention or that the student be permitted to proceed to the next grade level against the advice of the district. The request for advancement must be on file in the school office before the start of the school year. Failure to file this form will result in the retention of the student.

LEGAL REFERENCE:

CROSS REFERENCE:

Section

1 1 8 .0 0 1 1 2 0 .1 2 ( 2 ) 1 2 0 .1 3

Wisconsin Statutes

3 4 3 .4 1 Correspondence Courses 3 4 3 .4 2 Youth Options Program 3 4 5 .4 1 Differentiation/Acceleration 3 4 5 .6 1 Early Graduation 421 Rule Early Admission Procedures

Adopted: 2/13/1984 Revised: 6/28/1993 Updated: April 1999 Revised: 10/09/2000 Revised: 1/13/2003 Revised: 10/27/2003 Revised: 5/10/2004 Revised: 1/22/2007 Revised: 2/08/2010 Revised: 2/9/2015

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5.4 Non-Discrimination Policy It is the policy of the Elkhorn Area School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation or handicap, be excluded from participation, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity and in employment. All vocational education programs follow the District’s policies of non-discrimination which includes, but is not limited to sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, handicap, pregnancy, marital or parental status, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. In addition, arrangements can be made to ensure that the lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation. Any questions concerning Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; or inquiries related to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicap, should be directed to: Elkhorn Area School District Attn: District Administrator 3 N. Jackson Street Elkhorn, Wisconsin 53121 LEGAL REFERENCE: Section: 118.13 Wisconsin Statutes PI 9 Wisconsin Administrative Code Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 Title VI, Civil Rights Act of 1964 Section: 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 CROSS REFERENCE:

Approved: Updated: Revised:

10/13/86 April, 1999 June 23, 2014

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5.5

Student Harassment/Bullying/Hazing

The School Board supports an educational environment that is free of harassment, bullying, or hazing of any form. The Board’s authority is derived from Wisconsin Statutes that allow school boards to establish rules pertaining to the conduct of pupils to maintain a favorable academic atmosphere. It is therefore the policy of the district that it will not tolerate harassment, bullying, or hazing in any form and will take all necessary and appropriate actions to eliminate it, up to and including discipline of the offenders. “Harassment” means striking, shoving, kicking, throwing objects at, or otherwise subjecting another person to physical contact or attempting or threatening to do the same; name calling; or engaging in a course of conduct or repeatedly committing acts which intimidate, cause discomfort to, or humiliate another person or which interfere with the recipient’s academic performance. “Intimidate” means to make timid or fearful, to frighten, or to compel or deter by or as if by threats. Harassment includes verbal comments or other expressions which insult, degrade, or stereotype any person or group, which includes, but is not limited to sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, handicap, pregnancy, marital or parental status, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. “Bullying” is a mean look, gesture, word, or action that is repeated over time by the same person or group of persons and that hurts a person physically, emotionally, socially, or damages their personal property.“Hazing” is a ritualistic test or task, which may constitute harassment, abuse or humiliation with requirements to perform physical or mental practices or tasks as a way of initiation into a social group, team or club. It is the responsibility of administrators, staff members, and all students to ensure that these prohibited activities do not occur. Students who believe they have been subjected to harassment, bullying, or hazing or any parents/guardians who believe their student has been subjected to harassment, bullying, or hazing should report the incident(s) to the building principal/designee. It is the intent of the Elkhorn Area School District to create an atmosphere where complaints will be treated fairly and promptly. If a student or parent is not comfortable with making a complaint to the principal/designee, the complaint may be made to a teacher, counselor, or social worker with the understanding that incidents must be reported to administration for review and action. The employee receiving the complaint shall report the complaint to the principal or other administrator and superintendent of schools. Third party witnesses are strongly encouraged to report observed incidents of harassment, bullying, or hazing to the administration. Every effort will be made when requested to maintain the confidentiality of witness identity unless the witness is requested to testify in a hearing. The administration and staff will inform students that the Elkhorn Area School District does not tolerate harassment, bullying, or hazing in any form and will take all necessary and appropriate action to eliminate it, up to and including discipline of offenders. Students will be informed of this policy annually and the complaint procedure will be made available to any students or parent/guardian wishing to file a complaint. LEGAL REFERENCE:

CROSS REFERENCE:

Sections: 120.13 (1)

118.3

Wisconsin Statutes

813.125 PI 9, Wisconsin Administrative Code Title IX (Education Amendments of 1972) 411.1, Harassment/Bullying/Hazing 512, Harassment 513, Employee Harassment

Updated: April, 1999 Revised: May 24, 2004 Revised: June 23, 2014

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