TABLE OF CONTENTS
TO THE STUDENTS OF UNION CITY SCHOOL We at Union City strive for unity, organization, and understanding between students, teachers, and administration. This handbook is provided as a guide through school days at Union City to lessen the problems and facilitate a smooth running school. As a guide, this should answer most questions about school policies, regulations and activities. Many of the policies are governed by the state law or are directives of the State Board of Education, but many are local policy that may be amended as the need arises. Remember that this is your school. It is what you are!
TO THE PARENTS OF UNION CITY SCHOOL STUDENTS The home is the greatest single influence upon the students. It is here that the child establishes his first habits and obtains most of his ideas and attitudes. Nothing the school can do for a student will substitute for the influence of a good home situation. Only to the extent that the school and home work together will either institution be of maximum benefit to your students. Please make every effort to see that your child attends school regularly and punctually. Irregularity of attendance is a frequent cause of failure; while tardiness tends to develop wrong habits and attitudes toward life and its responsibilities. The intent of this handbook is to give you and your child information concerning Union City School . You will have a better knowledge of our school if you refer to it frequently. Please feel free to discuss with teachers and/or the administration any problem which may arise. Additions to this booklet will be made periodically by bulletins during the year as a need may arise. Page -1-
UNION CITY SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT “Union City School” will educate all students to their fullest potential enabling them to become productive, responsible, compassionate, adaptable and healthy citizens with a continuing quest for knowledge. This will be done by providing a professional, motivated and caring staff with a well-defined, nationally-accepted curriculum in a safe, positive and stimulating environment.”
NOTICE TO PARENTS Parents are always welcome to visit the school. If parents wish to have a conference with a teacher, they should contact the office at least one day prior to the desired meeting day and schedule a time. Unnecessary interruptions consume time and hinder the program. Parents should not interrupt class without first gaining permission from the office. The proper chain of command when dissatisfied is to visit with the teacher first, principal second, superintendent third, and school board as a last resort.
UNION CITY SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION POSITION President
NAME Terry Sweeney
Vice President
John Everett
Clerk
Jon Nelson
Deputy Clerk
David Landry
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Jenifer Borneman
ABSENCES/TARDIES/Attendance No single factor does more to aid a student’s progress in school than regular attendance. The Oklahoma School law demands a student must attend school until he/she is eighteen (18) years old or until he/she has completed high school. It is the responsibility of every student to make the most of the opportunities that have been provided. This can be accomplished only by regular attendance. A student will be marked absent according to the ruling of the State Department of Education which states: Any student must be counted absent if he/she is not actually present for classes even though the cause of the absence is beyond their control. A student being absent for a school activity is not included in the statement. Minimum attendance requirements state that 80% attendance is necessary to receive a grade and credit in a class. A parent may request a hearing with the attendance committee if special consideration is deemed necessary. The final decision rests with the committee. It is recommended that all regular doctor or dental appointments be made before, after, or on non-school days. Parents must notify the student's principal by telephone or in writing prior to or on the day the student is to be absent. The reason for the absence must be identified. In addition, parents must notify the principal at least a week in advance should their child need to be absent from school for an extended period of time. Unless a student is in attendance at school or attending a sanctioned event, such as athletics, FFA, FHA, scholastic events, etc., he/she will be counted absent. Parents should notify the school by 8:00 A.M. each day if a student is going to be absent from school. They will be required to pick up admit slips from the office before being admitted to the first hour class. Unless a note or phone call has been received the absence will be counted as unexcused. This slip should be presented to each teacher for assignments. Students will have one day for each day absent to make up their assignments with a maximum of five days. Students will be given an unexcused tardy if an admit is not obtained prior to the class. A tardy results any time a student is not in his seat and ready for Page -2-
class work to begin when the tardy bell rings. The interval between classes is too short to permit much time for visiting other students. All tardies shall be dealt with at the discretion of the principal or teacher involved. Three (3) tardies result in one hour after school detention or swats. (Parent permission.) Each three (3) tardies will result in one unexcused absence. Six (6) tardies result in two hours after school detention or swats. (Parent permission.) Nine (9) tardies will result in one day of suspension or other disciplinary measures. * Each three (3) tardies will count as one (1) absence. Three (3) unexcused tardies will count as one (1) unexcused absence. These absences will count toward exemption from the nine weeks tests. One (1%) percent of a student's nine weeks' grade will be subtracted for each unexcused absence. Students absent more than four days in a four-week period or those who have 10 absences for a semester must be reported to the Canadian County Juvenile Office. Tardies start over each semester.
ACHIEVEMENT TESTS a. Achievement tests are given each year in March. b. The purpose of these tests is to help the school make curriculum decisions. However, they can also help the teacher decide whether or not the student should pass on to the next grade. These tests are not the sole determiner of the retention, but they may contribute to the decision. For this reason, we ask parents to explain to their children how important it is that they try their best when taking the tests. At the same time, we ask that you please NOT put undue emphasis on the tests, but merely encourage the child to do his/her best. c. Test results are always available for the parents to see.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE Accident Insurance is available through the school. Insurance forms are given during enrollment. (Proof of insurance is required for all students participating in athletics.) Page -3-
ADMISSION OF PUPILS A birth certificate is required for each child entering Union City Public Schools for the first time. The child’s minimum age must be 4 years of age on or before September 2nd. Kindergarten is mandatory before a child enters first grade. For school health records, the school officials need to know the dates of the child’s immunizations for diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus, poliomyelitis, rubella and measles. A Health Record Card signed by a private physician or county health officer stating when the shots were given is necessary for first time enrollment. The Oklahoma State Board of Health approved three revisions to the state’s school immunization laws. The first revision becomes effective with the fall semester of 1996 and requires children entering kindergarten, or first grade without attending kindergarten, to have received five doses of DPT or a combination of DTP and DTaP vaccines totaling five doses and four doses of polio vaccine and 2 doses MMR. The other revisions involve requirements for students to have three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine. Beginning with the fall 1997 semester, all students entering the seventh grade must provide documentation of having received three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine. Since completion of three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine requires four to six months, the school wishes to notify parents of this requirement while the students are in the sixth grade. In the fall 1998 semester all students entering kindergarten, or the first grade without attending kindergarten, must have received three Hepatitis B doses. Students entering kindergarten and 7th grade this fall will be required to have had two doses of hepatitis A vaccine, with the first dose on or after the second birthday and the second dose six to eighteen months later. Each year thereafter, the requirement shall be extended one grade level so that in the school year beginning in 2004, all children entering school shall be required Page -4-
to have two doses of hepatitis A vaccine. Students entering kindergarten this fall will be required to have had one dose of varicella (chickenpox) vaccine given on or after the first birthday, or a parent's statement of a history of the disease will be accepted. Each year thereafter, the requirement shall be extended one grade level so that in the school year beginning in 2010, all children entering school shall be required to have the one dose of Varicella vaccine or a parent's statement of a history of the disease. The two MMR’s (measles, mumps, rubella) are necessary for a child in the sixth grade or below. Please see the last page of the handbook for a complete list of required vaccines. An official birth certificate and completed shot record must be shown before the child will be allowed to start kindergarten as state law mandates.
ADVERSE WEATHER There may be times when school will be dismissed because of bad weather. At such times announcements of dismissal will be broadcast on radio stations and television channels. In very rare cases it may become necessary to close school before the regular 3:25 p.m. closing time. There is a form for parents to complete so that school officials will know where your child is to go for the rest of the school day. Please make sure you have completed one for your child/children.
ARRIVING AT SCHOOL Students coming to school, other than by bus, should not arrive at the school building before 8:00 a.m. DEPARTURE OF STUDENTS: All car riders, walkers and bus riders will be dismissed to the auditorium near the end of the school day. Bus riders will be lined up and walked to the appropriate bus by teachers on duty. Car riders and walkers will also be lined up and taken out the front doors of the school to meet their rides. All parents are asked to line their vehicles single file facing the south and remain in vehicles unless you have a conference scheduled with a teacher. All students will be Page -5-
brought to the vehicles by teachers on duty. If leaving early please check student out of office by 3:10 to avoid confusion and traffic congestion.
AIDS In accordance with Section 200.2 of the 1987 Supplement to School Laws of Oklahoma, Union City School shall develop an Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) prevention curriculum. A copy of the school curriculum and instruction time lines will be on file in the high school principal's office for public and parental inspection. In accordance with the policy of the Board of Education, regulations governing the placement of students infected with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) which can result in Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), and its related illnesses have been established.
ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY & ACTIVITIES Students are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities and organizations. Organizations include Future Homemakers of America, Future Farmers of America, 4-H, Student Council, Math and Science Club, and Academic Bowl. Activities include sports, class projects and parties, cheerleading, and school programs. Students must meet eligibility requirements as stated below to participate. The procedure for determining scholastic eligibility is as follows: (1) Student’s grades are checked each Friday or the last day of the week beginning the third week of each semester. (2) If a student is found not to be passing all courses at the end of the school day on Friday, they are put on probation for the following week. The student is eligible for extra-curricular activities during probation. (3) Students not passing all courses at the end of the probation week will be ineligible for the following week and until they regain eligibility. (4) For a student to regain eligibility, they must be passing in all courses in which they are enrolled. A student must be eligible that week in order to participate in student activities. Any student absent during the day of a night game must have that absence excused before being allowed to participate in the sporting event. Athletes who are absent due to illness on the day of the game Page -6-
will not be allowed to participate. Any student who is ejected from a game because of unsportsman-like conduct cannot participate until ruled eligible by the principal. All athletes and cheerleaders must ride bus to game. Athletes and cheerleaders may ride home only with their own parent, if personal contact has been made with their coach or sponsor. As a member of the Oklahoma Secondary School Athletic Association, Union City School adopts the OSSAA rules and regulations. On the local level, to be eligible to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, FFA, FCCLA, cheerleading, etc., a student must maintain a 85% attendance record in each and every class. SEMESTER OSSAA SCHOLASTIC ELIGIBILITY (a) A student must have received a passing grade in any five subjects counted for graduation that he/she was enrolled in during the last semester he/she attended fifteen or more days. (This requirement would be five school credits for the 7th and 8th grade students). (b) If a student does not meet the minimum scholastic standard he/she will not be eligible to participate during the first six weeks of the next semester they attend. (c) A student who does not meet the above minimum scholastic standard may regain his/her eligibility by achieving passing grades in all subjects he/she is enrolled in at the end of a six week period. (d) Pupils enrolled for the first time must comply with the same requirements of the scholarship. The passing grades required for the preceding semester should be obtained from the records of the school last attended. (e) “Passing grade” means work of such character that credit would be entered on the records were the semester to close at that time. Once a student becomes ineligible he/she remains ineligible for the following school week. (No make-up work is allowed.) (f) Students in the 11th & 12th grades may attend the Jr./Sr. Banquet & Prom provided they are not failing more than one course for that semester. (g) Students will not be allowed to participate in competitive athletics without school insurance, or family insurance which Page -7-
relieves the school board, administration and employees from liability for injury occurring as a result of athletic participation. Philosophy: Winning is the American way of life and it is the measure of success in any endeavor. We stress winning at all times, but not at all costs. Losses must be taken in stride. We try to profit from each loss by being better prepared for our next opponent.
NOTICE REGARDING ASBESTOS (Published in the El Reno Tribune, El Reno, Okla. Sept. 12, 1999.) To: All parents and guardians of students in Union City School RE: Notification of AHERA The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has required that all public and private schools inspect all school buildings for the presence of asbestos, and further develop a management plan which identifies, defines procedures for managing, and schedules the reinspection of all asbestos present in the school. In the interest of the safety and well-being of our student and employees, Union City School contracted with a professional engineering firm to preform the inspection, sampling and laboratory testing for our school in the process some asbestos-bearing construction material were found in the building. This consisted of thermal; pipe, insulation, acoustical tile, floor tile, and adhesive materials. These materials are very common in older construction. They would not create a health hazard unless they were extensively damaged in such way as to cause a release of fibers into the atmosphere. The engineering firm developed a management plan where school employees will regularly monitor and maintain the asbestos-bearing materials so that they will not become hazardous to our students or employees. Our maintenance people have also attended three workshops for instruction in the proper maintenance of those materials. Copies of the management plan are on file in the superintendent’s office and may be reviewed during normal working hours.
AUTHORITY A school district may exercise those powers necessarily implied, but not delegated by law to any other agency or official. (70 O.S. § 5117; S.L.O. § 68). Teachers have the responsibility to insure a climate conducive to the safety and welfare of students and others in the school. They are further responsible for the learning and social development of students in school. Teachers are therefore vested with the necessary authority to discharge these responsibilities. It should be understood that any teacher has this authority at any time on school property or at school functions. One of the most serious offenses a student can commit is Page -8-
insubordination to a teacher, and any such behavior shall be dealt with most severely. Under no circumstances will disrespectful or threatening behavior toward a teacher be tolerated.!!! Each individual teacher sets guidelines for behavior in his or her classroom, as well as expectations for class work. These rules are posted in each classroom and are communicated between teachers and students at the beginning of the school year. Students are expected to abide by ALL classrooms regulations .
BANQUET & PROM The Junior/Senior Banquet and Prom will be held each Spring. A student must not be failing over one course to be eligible to attend. Sophomores who serve at the banquet are allowed to attend the prom but may not bring a date. Dates of Juniors and Seniors cannot be over 21 years of age unless a spouse. Students enrolled below the ninth grade may not attend the banquet and prom.
CARE OF SCHOOL CAMPUS & PROPERTY It is the responsibility of every student to do their part in keeping the campus clean and the school building in excellent condition. Students are expected to respect all school property at all times. The campus and buildings reflect pride in our school.
CHANGING SCHEDULE If it is necessary for a change in schedule, the student is to do so during the first two days of the semester. Schedule changes must be approved by the student, teacher, parent and principal. Schedule changes will be made for the following reasons: 1. Enrolled in a subject already completed. 2. Enrolled in a subject for which the student is not eligible. 3. Unusual circumstances such as physical or health reasons. Any reasons other than the ones listed will require the student’s parent to make an appointment with the principal. Students must change schedules before school or after school. .CLASSROOMS Courtesy and good conduct are a must in all classrooms. Page -9-
Teachers are in full charge of their individual classrooms and are responsible for correcting all minor discipline problems and bringing major problems to the attention of their principal. Educational field trips should be taken during the first and third nine week periods.
CLASS MEETING All class meetings will be conducted according to the rules of parliamentary procedure. All class meetings must be cleared through the office and approved by the building principal.
CLASS ORGANIZATION Class and Student Organization Fund Raisers - It is the responsibility of the Board of Education to approve all fund raising activities and disbursement of those funds. In accordance with this policy, class and student organizations will be allowed sponsor fund raising activities from the number listed and during the time schedule specified below. JUNIORS
1. Local fair booth-Cow Patty Bingo 2. High School Basketball Game Concession
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SOPHOMORES 1. Local fair booth (1st Nine Weeks) 2. Arrangement through office
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FRESHMEN
1. Local fair booth (1st Nine Weeks) 2. Arrangement through office
8th Grade
1. Local fair booth
(1st Nine Weeks)
7th Grade
1. Local fair booth
(1st Nine Weeks)
FFA
1. Fall Sausage Sale 2. Arrangement through office Spring Sausage Sale
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(By approval of principal and superintendent.) Organizations and their sponsors should give a lot of thought to the types of fund raisers and organize them for maximum benefit. As soon as possible after the start of school all groups should submit a list of proposed fund raising activities to the building principal. The building principal is hereby authorized to give tentative approval for projects and then submit a listing of the activities to the School Board for final approval. Disbursements may be made for group educational or cocurricular activities as approved by the building principal and group sponsor. Disbursements shall be made in accordance with provisions of the State Board of Education Regulation for Administration and Handbook on Budgeting and Business Management.
CAFETERIA The school cafeteria is our dining room. Courteous manners, quiet conversation, and appropriate behavior are expected. Students eat in the cafeteria only. No food is to be taken from the cafeteria unless authorized by a sponsor or the administration. Staff members are expected to move to the front of the line to be available for duties. No cannot invite or have guests at lunch without previous administration approval. No outside food or drinks will be allowed to be brought into the school unless approved by building principal.
CAREER-TECH STUDENTS All career-tech students must come back directly to Union City School after being dismissed from career-tech. Students are encouraged to ride the career-tech bus. Students who arrive later than two minutes after the career tech bus will be counted tardy. Upon arrival, students must sign in at the high school office. Excessive tardies will result in the student losing driving privileges and being required to ride the career-tech bus.
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT High School students who are juniors or seniors may participate in concurrent enrollment at a college or university in accordance with State Department of Education regulations and guidelines. For each semester course successfully completed at any Oklahoma college or university, the student will receive one-half unit of high school credit. Grades received will be recorded on the high school transcript. Students enrolled in these courses will be expected to conform to all Page -11-
Union City School Board regulations as well as those of any other college or university. Students who drop a course during the semester while passing or failing will receive no credit for their course and the class will be averaged in as a course taken.
CONDUCT Proper conduct is showing appropriate respect for associates and surroundings. Time and place are important factors in determining proper conduct. The most desirable type of conduct is that which is an outgrowth of an individual’s regard for the rights of others.
CORPORAL PUNISHMENT State law protects the right of school officials to administer corporal punishment. Such punishment is authorized by the Board of Education Such punishment shall not be administered in a cruel, unjust, or malicious manner, or over the objection of the parent or guardian.
DAILY BULLETIN The daily bulletin will be read each day to the 1st and 5th hour classes. Its purpose is to inform the student of current events as well as special instructions. .
DISCIPLINE The teacher of a child attending a public school shall have the same right as a parent or guardian to control and discipline such child according to local policies during the time the child is in attendance or in transit to or from the school or any other school function authorized by the school district or classroom presided over by the teacher. Section 127, School Laws of Oklahoma. a. All students enrolled in Union City School are expected to abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the administration, teachers, and the school board, while attending school, schoolsponsored activities, or being transported to and from school, Page -12-
or school-sponsored activities in district-owned vehicles. b. Any student found to be disobeying the rules or showing disrespect for any teacher, school official and/or school property will be subject to disciplinary action. The action taken will depend on the severity of the violation and/or the number of times the student has broken regulations. The child will be required to sign the discipline form. c. A student and his/her parents may accept the punishment designated by the administration and/or authorized school employee, or he/she may have the option of being suspended from school. d. Suspension of elementary students is one of the last disciplinary measures that will be taken by the administration, however, students who constantly violate the rules and show no improvement in their behavior are in danger of being suspended. Suspensions from one to three days are considered short term suspensions. Suspensions of more than three days are considered long term suspensions. e. Expulsion is absolutely the last disciplinary measure that will be taken by the administration. It will be used only when all other disciplinary measures have been used and proven ineffective, or if the action puts the child, or others, in any type of danger. f. Discipline methods are (These are NOT necessarily in the order in which they will be administered.): 1. Talking with the student about the offense and reminding him/her of the reason(s) for the rule. 2. Keeping the student(s) in at recess (including noon recess) and giving them some type of written work to do. 3. Having the child stand by the school building or fence during recess and not taking part in play time. 4. Bringing the student to the principal for a discussion of the offense. 5. Spending recess (from one day to an indefinite period of days) in the principal’s office. 6. After school detention. ................................................................ 7. receive a “0” in every class missed. 8. Short term out-of-school suspension for 1-3 days. The parents/guardians will be called, the child will be sent home. This could put the child in danger of failing. 9. Long-term suspension. 10. Expulsion. Page -13-
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Corporal punishment with parent’s written permission. State law protects the right of school officials to administer corporal punishment. Such punishment is authorized by the Board of Education for use only in cases when other attempts of controlling behavior have been unsuccessful. Such punishment shall not be administered in a cruel, unjust, or malicious manner, or over the objection of the parent or guardian. Principal may decide proper punishment after considering the infraction and the circumstances.
If the following offenses are committed on school property (including any school vehicle) or away from school at schoolsponsored activities, the child will be disciplined. 1.
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3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
11. 12. 13.
Fighting. This includes fighting on school property (including the school bus) or while in attendance at any and all school functions, events or activities held at Union City School or elsewhere. Loud talking and unruly behavior. This includes loud talking and/or unruly behavior in the halls, the classrooms, the cafeteria, the rest- rooms, on the playground, on the school bus, in the gym or any other place where this type of behavior would be inappropriate. Using profanity or vulgar language or expressions. Throwing things (anywhere the behavior would be inappropriate). No gum chewing is allowed. Defacing school property. (Our school property or that of another school’s). Damaging, destroying or stealing school or personal property. Possession and/or use of tobacco/alcohol or illegal drugs in any form. Leaving the school grounds without permission of the teacher or the administration. Name calling, rude or discourteous comments to others. This includes snide remarks or actions that can be interpreted as disrespectful. Violation of ANY school policies or regulations. Violation of classroom rules. Willful disobedience of a request of any school official while Page -14-
acting in the performance of his/her duties. 14. Bringing dangerous weapons to school without permission. 15. Any conduct that disrupts the operation of the school. 16. Principal will decide punishment after considering the infraction and the circumstances.
CHEATING No credit should be given or expected for any work that is not your own. Cheating is as dishonest as stealing. Any student caught cheating in any form, including assisting another student cheat, may receive a “zero” for the assignment. Cheating will not be tolerated. Multiple offenders will be dealt with harshly.
DISCRIMINATION POLICY It is the policy of the Union City Public School District I-057, Canadian County, Oklahoma to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or qualified handicap in its educational programs and activities.
DRESS & GROOMING Dress should be tasteful and inoffensive. Shorts, dresses and skirts are to be no more than 4 inches above the knee. Shirts are to cover to the edge of the shoulder. No bare shoulder blouses. No crop tops or midriffs. no sagging. Clothing should be free of offensive language and/or advertisements. Violations of the dress code are left to the discretion of the principal and students will be sent home to change if necessary. ST SHORTS SHALL NOT BE WORN AFTER NOVEMBER 1 OR ST BEFORE MARCH 1 OF EACH SCHOOL TERM. Dress code violations: st
1 offense: nd 2 offense:
- 1 hour detention and school provided clothing. - 2 hours detention and school provided clothing. rd 3 offense: - 3 hours detention and school provided clothing. 4 and above: - as appropriate Page -15-
NO CAPS OR HATS ARE TO BE WORN BY STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL BUILDINGS.
DRESS GUIDELINES - GRADUATION At the end of school year 2011-2012, Union City will conduct two th ceremonies honoring graduates. These are 8 grade graduation and senior commencement. Graduates should be proud of themselves and their accomplishments and the honor that is bestowed upon them and their parents at graduation time. They are the focus of attention and as such should be mindful of their appearance and actions during the ceremonies. With regard to the nature and tradition of the graduation ceremonies, the Board of Education has adopted the following dress guidelines for graduates: BOYS: (a) Dress shirt with collar & tie. (b) Full length dress pants that are neat and clean. Shorts are not acceptable. (c) Appropriate shoes or boots. Tennis shoes are not acceptable. GIRLS:
(a) An appropriate dress or skirt and blouse. Shorts are not acceptable. (b) Appropriate shoes. Tennis shoes are not acceptable.
Graduates who do not wish to comply with the dress guidelines will not be allowed to participate in the graduation exercise.
DRIVERS - STUDENTS Students who drive may park their vehicles south of the high school. Vehicles should not be moved between classes. Students are not to drive west, south or east of the school until all buses have departed. School officials have a legal right to regulate the use of all student vehicles. Students who drive in an unsafe manner will lose their privilege to drive. Students may not ride in the bed of a pickup. Vehicles are to be parked in a lawful manner at all times. Students who drive their vehicles during school hours (after school) are to park south of the high school at an east or west angle. Students may park west of the gym but may leave only after all the buses have departed on the bus routes. Students are not to park NORTH of the school. Students driving any type of motor vehicle to school are required to Page -16-
get a driver’s permit form signed by their parent or guardian and placed on file in the High School office. Violations of the driving policy may lead to temporary or permanent loss of driving privileges. The Union City School has the legal right to regulate the driving and use of all student vehicles. Students are not to drive west, south or east of the school until all buses have departed on the bus routes. This is for the protection of the students. Students are not allowed to go to their vehicles during school or at lunch unless authorized by administration.
DRUG-FREE SCHOOL It is the policy of the Board of Education that all students and employees of this school district be made aware of the board’s intention to maintain a drug-free environment. Students and employees who possess, use or distribute illicit drugs (including anabolic steroids) or alcohol shall be subject to referral for prosecution under applicable laws. Various state and federal laws impose severe penalties for the use, possession or sale of illicit drugs. The Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 United States Code Annotated (U.S.C.A.) and the Comprehensive Drug Abuse and Control Act of 1970, 21 U.S.C.A., Section 848, Substances Act, Oklahoma Statutes, Title 63, Section 210, and others, plus various criminal statues provide state sanctions. Chemical dependence is a contagious, progressive disease that does not appear on its own accord. Because drugs have a destructive impact on the brain, regular users lose control over their behavior, and most of them find it extremely difficult to stop using drugs without interventions. Using a drug just “one time” predisposes a person to try it again because that person has apparently violated a taboo with impunity. For additional health hazards associated with drug or alcohol use, please refer to the school district’s drug education curriculum and to district policy FFB, Teaching About Drugs, Alcohol and Tobacco. Any student or employee of this school district who believes that he or she may have a problem with drug abuse may be referred to appropriate local agencies for counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation. For additional information concerning assistance available, please refer to the school district’s education curriculum. Student tobacco use or possession is strictly prohibited on school property. Any student who comes to school under the influence of alcohol or any controlled, dangerous substance is subject to immediate 1 day (minimum) suspension from school. Any pupil found to be in possession of a dangerous weapon is subject to suspension. Page -17-
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM It is the policy of the Union City board of Education to provide a voluntary Early Childhood Program for those children who are at least four years of age but not more than five years of age on or before September 1 free of charge. The Early Childhood Program shall be at least two and one-half hours for half-day program and shall be (6) hours for full-day program. Children who are not residents of this school district and who are at least four years of age but not more than 5 years of age on or before September 1 and have not attended kindergarten shall be enrolled in the Early Childhood Program upon payment of a tuition fee. The tuition fee for such nonresident children shall be based on the per capita cost of education for a similar period in the preceding year. This district may refuse to accept a nonresident child if the physical facilities or teaching personnel to accommodate the child in an early childhood education class are not available. Students who are residents will take precedence over nonresident students. Enrollment will be on a first come first serve basis for resident students. Any parent, guardian, person, or institution, having care and custody of a child, who pays ad valorem tax on real property located in this district may enroll the child in the early childhood program and receive tuition credit equal to the amount of the ad valorem tax paid in this district. Provided, the credit shall not exceed the total amount required for the tuition payment. Reference: 70 O.S. & 11-103.7 70 O.S. & 1-114
EARLY DISMISSAL (Elementary) Each parent will be asked to fill out a form upon enrollment stating the procedure to be followed for their child in case school is dismissed early.
ENROLLMENT All students enrolling in Union City Schools for the first time must comply with the Oklahoma statutes governing immunization. Any student who does not meet state requirements will not be allowed to Page -18-
enroll or may be subject to dismissal from school.
EXAMINATIONS & GRADING The grading scale for Union City School is as follows: 90-100=A 80-89= B 70-79= C 60-69 = D 59-below=F Grades will be calculated from three categories: Class work, tests, and homework. (At least nine (9) grades per nine weeks period will be recorded and must consist of a combination of class work, homework and test grades. Semester Examination Exemption The Union City Board of Education believes that extraordinary efforts on the behalf of students should be rewarded. Therefore students (7-12) may be exempt from taking semester tests. Basic exemption factor on semester tests only: Grade
Absences
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3
B
2
Note: 3 tardies equal 1 absence Other factors: 1. School sponsored activities will be recorded as excused absences. 2. Students who are on the library overdue book list shall not be exempted. 3. Students must be exempt from all classes to be exempt from any class. 4. An exempted student may take the semester test if the student chooses to do so.
Concurrent enrollment courses will be counted on 4.0 scale. Three (3) unexcused or excused tardies count as one absence towards nine (9) weeks test exemption. A semester test will be given at the end of each semester. All students must take these tests unless they qualify for exemption. Each test counts as 1/5 of the student’s grade. Page -19-
4-1/2 week progress reports will be sent to parents of those failing.
FAILING WORK The school is not pleased with failing work on the part of any student and school officials will gladly cooperate with the student and the parents in any effort to determine the cause of failing work and to encourage passing work. Parents should not hesitate to phone or visit the school in case of unsatisfactory work on the part of any student. Any student whose grade is below 70% will have parent notified.
FFA FARM Rules and regulations are carried out according to school contract between the school, student and parent. For more information, contact the Vocational Agriculture instructor.
FIRE & BAD WEATHER Fire and tornado drills shall be performed periodically through out the school year. Fire drills shall be conducted at least four times each school year. Each classroom shall have posted a copy of rules, evacuation signals, evacuation routes and procedures for both fire and tornado emergencies. All teachers and staff members shall make themselves familiar with these procedures. Warning for severe weather shall be made by the central office and will be announced over the public address system. If the public address system is disabled, severe weather warning will be an intermittent ringing of the school bell. Fire alarms will be sounded by a long, continuous ringing of the school bell. In the event of power failure a hand bell will be used. The superintendent is directed to establish a regulation which supports this policy. Drills are held according to approved methods and are a precautionary measure for the safety of students. Evacuation instructions are posted in each classroom. Students should be familiar with procedures and should move quickly and quietly to the designated area.
FREE TEXTBOOKS All textbooks used in the Union City Schools are furnished by the state or the school district. Since all adults pay taxes to provide these books, it is our responsibility to treat this property with care. All students are responsible for unnecessary damage or loss of books. Textbooks are issued at the start of the year for student use. In the event of loss, destruction, or damage, the student will be obligated to pay for the book. Another textbook will not be issued to a student until Page -20-
the book is purchased. Free Textbooks: When a student loses a book or damages it to the point that it is not useable, they do not have a right to a second book. The teacher has loaned them a book. A second book would be giving them one which is illegal. Teachers cannot give away school property.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Beginning with students entering the ninth grade in the 20062007 school year, in order to graduate from a public high school accredited by the State Board of Education with a standard diploma, students shall complete the following college prep/work ready curriculum units or sets of competencies at the secondary level. In lieu of the requirements of the college prep/work ready curriculum for high school graduation, a student may enroll in the core curriculum for high school graduation upon written approval of the parent or legal guardian of the student. Local school board requires students complete 24 units. Current requirements for College Preparatory/Work Ready High School Graduation (Title 70 O.S. & 11-103.6) 4
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units of English (Grammar, Composition, Literature, any English approved for college admission requirements) units of Lab Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) units of Mathematics (Alg I, Alg II, Geometry, Trig, Calculus) units of same foreign language or 2 units Computer Technology units of History (one unit US History, ½ unit Oklahoma History, ½ unit US Government, one unit from one of the following Art History, Economics, World History, Civics, or non-Western Culture approved for college admission requirements. unit or set of competencies of fine arts. (music, drama, speech) additional unit from the list above or career technology courses approved for college admission requirements.
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school year shall enroll in the core curriculum for high school graduation. (Title 70 O.S. & 11-103.6 and State Board Regulations) 4 Language Arts: 1 3
Grammar and Composition, and which may include, but are not limited to, the following courses: American Literature, English Literature, World Literature, Advanced English courses, or other English courses with content and/or rigor equal to or above grammar and composition.
3 Mathematics: 1 2
Algebra I or Algebra I taught in a contextual methodology, and which may include, but are not limited to, the following courses: Algebra II, Geometry or Geometry taught in a contextual methodology; Trigonometry; Math Analysis or Precalculus; Calculus, Statistics and/or Probability; Computer Science I; Computer Science II; Mathematics of Finance*; Intermediate Algebra*; contextual mathematics courses which enhance technology preparation whether taught at a (1) comprehensive high school, or (2) technology center school when taken in the eleventh or twelfth grade, taught by a certified teacher, and approved by the State Board of Education and the independent district board of education; mathematics courses taught at a technology center school by a teacher certified in the secondary subject area when taken in the eleventh or twelfth grade upon approval of the State Board of Education and the independent district board of education; or other mathematics courses with content and/or rigor equal to or above Algebra I. (*Contact the State Department of Education School Improvement Division to obtain the curriculum outline approved by the State Board of Education.)
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and in the areas of life, physical, or earth science or technology which may include, but are not limited to the following courses: Chemistry I; Physics; Biology II; Chemistry II; Physical Science; Earth Science; Botany; Zoology; Physiology; Astronomy; Applied Biology/Chemistry; Applied Physics; Principles of Technology; qualified agricultural education courses (including, but not limited to, Horticulture; Plant and Soil Science; Natural Resources and Environmental Science; and Animal Science); contextual science courses which enhance technology preparation whether taught at a (1) comprehensive high school, or (2) technology center school when taken in the eleventh or twelfth grade, taught by a certified teacher, and approved by the State Board of Education and the independent district board of education; science courses taught at a technology center school by a teacher certified in the secondary subject area when taken in the eleventh or twelfth grade upon approval of the State Board of Education and the independent district board of education; or other science courses with content and/or rigor equal to or above Biology I.
3 Social Studies: 1 United States History, ½ to 1 United States Government, ½ Oklahoma History, and ½ to 1 which may include, but are not limited to, the following courses: World History (one credit local requirement); Geography; Economics; Anthropology; or other social studies courses with content and/or rigor equal to or above United States History, United States Government, and Oklahoma History. 2 Arts: 2
which may include, but are not limited to, courses in Visual Arts and General Music.
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24 Total Current requirements for college admission include: Foreign language (2 yrs. same language) is the priority academic elective. Other acceptable electives are Computer Science, Economics, English, Geography, Government, History, Mathematics, Speech.
HARASSMENT/BULLYING It is the policy of this school district that harassment of students by other students, personnel, or the public will not be tolerated. This policy is in effect while the students are on school grounds, in school transportation, or attending school-sponsored activities, and while away from school grounds if the misconduct directly affects the good order, efficient management, and welfare of the school district. Harassment is intimidation by threats of or actual physical violence; the creation by whatever means of a climate of hostility or intimidation; or the use of language, conduct, or symbols in such manner as to be commonly understood to convey hatred, contempt or prejudice or to have the effect of insulting or stigmatizing an individual. Harassment includes but is not limited to harassment on the basis of race, sex, creed, color, national origin, religion, marital status, or disability.
HOMEBOUND A homebound program of educational instruction will be provided because of illness or injury. A doctor’s statement must be presented to the school in order to establish eligibility for a homebound program of instruction.
HONOR STUDENTS Those students maintaining an “A” in all their classes shall be listed on the Superintendent’s Honor Roll for the nine (9) weeks and the semester. Those students with no grade below a “B” will be listed on the Principal’s Honor Roll. Oklahoma Honor Roll students are from those in the upper 10% of Page -24-
their junior high or high school.
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Children with any type of contagious malady, including fever, vomiting, and head lice will be sent home and not admitted back into school until declared free from the ailment. (School Laws of Oklahoma 70-1220-194, and H.B. 1550). A doctor’s note or certificate from the health department may be required before readmission to school if there is a reoccurrence of the ailment. All students must be fever-free and free of other ailments for 24 hours prior to returning to school. For this purpose 99.6 will be the cut off to determine if child has fever and should not be at school. RETURNING TO SCHOOL: We offer these guidelines for keeping sick children out of class. If in doubt, consult your pediatrician. Chickenpox: When old blisters have formed scabs, and there are no new ones. Conjunctivitis (pinkeye): When eyes are clear or have been treated with antibiotics for 24 hours. Any undiagnosed rash or fever: When symptoms are gone for 24 hours. Vomiting or diarrhea: When symptoms are gone. Scabies (body lice): 24 hours after start of treatment. Strep throat or scarlet fever: 24 hours after start of treatment. Impetigo: When skin is clear or child has been under treatment for 24 hours. Head lice: When head is treated and free of lice and nits. If there is a subsequent reoccurrence, a doctor’s note or certificate from the health department will be required before readmission to school is permitted.
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IMMUNIZATION RECORDS The law requires that parents or guardians of all minor children in grades kindergarten through twelfth grade present a certificate of required immunization upon school entry. Beginning with the fall 1999 semester, all students entering the seventh grade must provide documentation of having received three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine and two doses of Hepatitis A vaccine.
INJURY OR ILLNESS Any student who becomes ill or is injured should be reported promptly to the principal. Parents will be notified immediately.
LIBRARY THEFT Anyone who removes, attempts to remove, mutilates, destroys, alters or otherwise damages, in whole or in part, any library materials are misdemeanors subject o a fine and restitution. (21 O.S. § 1739; S.L.O. § 1040).
LENGTH OF SCHOOL DAY GRADES K-6 The first class period begins at 8:10 A.M. The last class will be dismissed at 3:25 P.M. Buses arrive at 8:10 A.M. School doors will be opened at 8:00 A.M. or when the first bus arrives. Students who do not ride buses should not arrive before 8:00 A.M. Students arriving after 8:15 must report to office to obtain tardy slip before being admitted to class. Tardies will be recorded. Three tardies equals one absence. These will be counted towards school attendance policy and reported monthly to the county agency assigned to follow up student delinquency. Also, please be respectful of school personal and always pick your child up on tome. Repeated failure to do so by 3:45 may result in DHS and/or UCPD involvement.
LOST AND FOUND All articles found are to be placed in the lost and found box in the office. Please check the box when you lose something. Many articles are never claimed. Articles not claimed will be given to a charitable organization at the end of the school year. Page -26-
Please use name labels or some form of identification on ALL personal belongings so that the child can recognize it as his/hers. Please do not allow the child to bring valuable items to school. If they are lost or stolen, there is a good chance they will never be recovered. This includes money.
LOCKER POLICY Lockers are the exclusive property of Union City School and thus subject to search at the discretion of the superintendent or principal. Union City School accepts no liability nor responsibility for lost items. Students are strongly advised not to keep valuables in any locker. Lockers are to be kept clean.
MAKE-UP WORK 1. Students will have one day for each day missed to make up work for an excused absence. 2. Assignment sheets must be filled out and initialed by all teachers before any student will be allowed to participate in ANY extra-curricular activity. 3. Assignments made before a school activity are due on the regular day of return. An extra day is not given for assignments. 4. Any student leaving school during the day must turn in homework due that day before leaving or the paper will be considered late. Any conflict in scheduling will be handled by the teacher.
MEDICATION Medications to be given at school must have instruction written by the parent/guardian or doctor. Any medication sent to school without proper identification will NOT be administered. No medicines such as aspirin or Tylenol are kept by the school to be dispensed to students. The school only keeps emergency medical supplies. Students using inhalers on the school premises should have a written form signed by a parent on file in the office. It is hoped that parents both understand and cooperate with this as Page -27-
we are primarily concerned with the safety and health of the students.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION Any student enrolled in physical education classes will be expected to participate in class each day and have a clean change of clothes. Non-marking tennis shoes are required for participation. Nonparticipation (except under doctor’s orders) will result in a failing grade. ......................................................................
PRIOR NOTICE Occasionally parents may wish to keep their children out of school for reasons not covered by excused absences. Parents must contact the teacher and explain the situation. The teacher will report the explanation to the principal. A decision will be made as to whether or not the student will be allowed to make up the work for credit. Parents must notify the teacher of the planned absence in enough time to meet with the principal about the absence, and to give the teacher sufficient time to compile the make-up work. All make-up work for a planned absence is due immediately upon returning to school. Students will not be given extra time to complete work for credit.
PROMOTION-RETENTION, GRADES K-6 At the end of each school year, a pupil who has made satisfactory academic achievement shall be moved to the next higher grade. If additional time is thought necessary for the best development of the child, it may be recommended that the time be taken at the elementary level. The Board of Education expects agreement between teachers and parents concerning promotion and retention of pupils. Recognizing, however, that there will be instances where the best interests of the child will be in doubt, the procedure as outlined shall be followed: a. The teacher, no later than May 1st of the school year, shall talk with the parent of the child whose retention is being considered. If there is a parent-teacher agreement, then no further action need be taken. b. If the parent does not concur with the teacher’s opinion and recommendation, the building principal shall send a letter to the parent asking for an appointment to discuss the proposed retention. If the parent makes no response, the principal shall confirm the teacher’s decision. c. In the case that the parent does make an appointment to talk with the principal, and does so, the principal shall hear the parent’s reasoning, take the matter under advisement and notify both parents and the Page -28-
teacher of his decision by May 10th. d. If either the parent or the teacher disagrees with the principal’s decision, that person may contact the principal no later than May 15th or call the superintendent and request an administrative review by a committee composed of the superintendent as chairman and three other staff members. It shall be the principal’s responsibility to furnish the committee with copies of letters and other pertinent information regarding the specific case. e. The administrative review committee shall meet and then report its opinions and recommendation (including additional evaluation, if needed) to the concerned parties. f. Provided the teacher of the parent disagrees with the review committees recommendations, that person may call the superintendent of schools and request an appearance before the Board of Education to appeal the decision. The superintendent will then schedule that appeal as an item of business at the next regular meeting of the Board of Education.
SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM Policies concerning the school lunch program are in compliance with state and federal regulations. Current policies and eligibility criteria for free and reduced lunches are kept on file in the school offices. *ALL LUNCHES MUST BE PAID FOR IN ADVANCE OR AT LUNCH TIME* if account balance exceeds $15 owed an alternative lunch will be served. Union City School has a policy regarding free and reduced lunches for eligible students. Applications for free or reduced lunches will be given to each student upon enrollment or may be obtained from the principal’s office at any time. th
** REDUCED LUNCH $.40 FULL PAID $1.55(PK-6 ) $1.90 (712) EXTRA MILK $.35 ** ADULT LUNCHES $2.25 GUEST LUNCHES $2.50 THERE IS A $2.00 REPLACEMENT CHARGE FOR EACH LUNCH CARD LOST OR DAMAGED BY ANY STUDENT. NO STUDENT WILL BE ALLOWED TO EAT IN THE CAFETERIA AFTER 10 MEALS HAVE BEEN CHARGED TO THEIR ACCOUNT Page -29-
SCHOOL VISITATION Students are not allowed to bring other children as visitors to school. Parents are always welcome to come to school as needed, however, they must first stop by the office before going anywhere on the school grounds or in the building, including their child’s room, the work-room, gym, etc. Check in with the school secretary or superintendent. No visitor may confer with a student in school unless it is with the specific approval of the principal. Should an emergency situation require a student to be called to the office to meet a visitor, the principal should be present during the conference. A minor student is never to be permitted to leave the school with anyone who is not clearly identified as his/her parent or person authorized to act on behalf of the child’s parent. The superintendent or, in his absence, the building principal, is authorized to prohibit the entry of any person whose presence in the school is not required by reasons of enrollment or employment or to expel any person when he has reason to believe that the presence of such person is or will become adverse to the good order of the school. If a person so identified and instructed refuses to leave the school premises or creates a further disturbance, the superintendent or principal is authorized to request assistance from the local law enforcement.
SHOWING LIVESTOCK/ATHLETIC CONTESTS Union City Elementary School has adopted the Oklahoma Secondary School Athletic Association rules and regulations for showing livestock and participating in athletic contests. Students failing any class of study will not be able to show livestock or participate in athletic contests until they are passing in all classes.
STAYING AFTER SCHOOL a. Occasionally a student may be kept after school. If a teacher decides a child must stay after school, she will do so only after contacting the parents/guardians or a person caring for the child. The parents/guardians will be responsible for picking up the child. b. Students who stay after school for any activity, meeting, games Page -30-
or programs, must have a note from the parents. The note must be sent the day of the event. It must be dated and signed by the parent/guardian. c. If your child doesn’t arrive home after school, at the time he/she is supposed to, please call the school immediately.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM Pursuant to House Bill 2055 and Senate Bill 800 by June 30, 1998, the State Department of Education shall develop and all school districts shall have implemented a student identification system which is consistent with the provisions of subsection C & D of Section 3111 of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes. It further states that: The student identification system shall be used specifically for the purpose of reporting enrollment data by school sites and by school districts the administration of the Oklahoma School Testing Program Act the collection of appropriate and necessary data pursuant to the Oklahoma Educational Indicators Program determine student enrollment establish a mobility rate or allocation of State Aid formula and mid-year adjustments in funding for student growth. The State Board of Education or a board of education shall not deny any right, benefit, or privilege provided by law because of the refusal by the student to disclose the social security account number of the student.
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION Union City School provides transportation to students living one mile or more away from school and those living in the Parkside Addition area. Students should be at their loading place no more than five minutes ahead of the bus arrival time. After boarding the bus, the student must remain seated while the bus is in motion. When school is dismissed in the evening, the bus rider should go directly to the buses, load, and be seated. If a student must cross a roadway while getting on or off the bus, they must cross at least ten feet in front of the bus. Any student whose behavior creates a problem for the bus driver or fellow passengers may lose bus riding privileges. Discipline of the riders is the responsibility of the bus driver. Anything that takes the driver’s attention away from his/her driving task can jeopardize the safety of all on the bus. Students are to obey the instructions of the driver just as they are the instruction of any teacher or school Page -31-
official. If any student persists in unacceptable behavior on a bus, the following procedure will be followed: 1. If a student misbehaves on the bus, the driver will submit a written report to the student’s principal. The principal will take any disciplinary action that is believed appropriate. 2. The second time a student’s misbehavior is reported to the principal, the parent will be notified of the offense and the action taken. 3. The third misbehavior report will result in the parent being notified and the student will lose riding privileges for a minimum of three school days. Continued misbehavior could result in the student losing the privilege to ride for the remainder of the school year.
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PARENT REFUSAL FORM For audiotaping, videotaping, newspaper releases, academic and activity recognition. I do not want my child photographed, videotaped, audio taped or their name published in newspaper articles during this 2011-2012 school term. I am denying permission for my child to be recognized. ... Name of Student_______________________Grade_____________
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If refusing: Please complete and remove from handbook and return to child’s teacher.
MOMENT OF SILENCE A moment of silence will be observed each morning before class begins.
NOTICE TO PARENTS REGARDING CHILD IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, SCREENING, AND EVALUATION. his notice is to inform parents of the child identification, location, screening, and evaluation activities to be conducted throughout the year by the local school district in coordination with the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Personally identifiable information shall be collected and maintained in a confidential manner in carrying out the following activities: Referral: Preschool children ages 3 through 5 and students enrolled in K-12 who are suspected of having disabilities which may require special and related services may be referred for screening and evaluation through the local schools. Local school districts and the Regional Education Service Centers coordinate with the Sooner Start Early Intervention Program in referrals for identification and evaluation of infants and toddlers who may be eligible for early intervention services from birth through 2 years of age or for special education and related services beginning at 3 years of age. The Oklahoma Areawide Service Information System (OASIS), through a toll free number (1-800-42OASIS), also provides state-wide information and referrals to local school and other service providers. Screening: Screening activities may include vision, hearing, and health. Other screening activities may include: review of records and educational history: interviews, observations, and specially developed readiness or educational screening instruments. The Regional Education Service Centers provide assistance and consultation to local schools in these Page -33-
efforts. 1. Readiness Screening Personally identifiable information is collected on all kindergarten students participating in schoolwide readiness screenings to assess readiness prior to entry into first grade. Results of the screening are made available to parents or legal guardians, teachers, and school administrators. No child shall be screened for readiness or evaluated without notice to the child’s parent or legal guardian or whose parent or legal guardian has filed written objection with the local school district. 2. Educational Screening Educational screening includes procedures for the identification of children who may have special learning needs and may be eligible for special education and related services. Each school district in the State provides educational screening. No child shall be educationally screened whose parent or legal guardian has file written objection with the school district. • ................................................................... Educational screening is implemented for all first grade students each school year. • ................................................................... Second through twelfth grade students shall be screened as needed or upon request of the parent, legal guardian, or teacher. Evaluation: Evaluation means procedures used in accordance with Federal laws and regulations to determine whether a child has a disability and the nature and extent of the special education and related services that the child needs. The term means procedures used selectively with an individual child and does not include basic tests administered or procedures used with all children in a school, grade, or class. Written consent of the parent or legal guardian for such evaluation must be on file with the local school district prior to any child receiving an initial evaluation for special education and related services. Collection of Personally Identifiable Information: Educational records containing personally identifiable information collected by the schools in the identification, location, screening, and evaluation of children shall be maintained in accordance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Policies and Procedures for Special Education in Oklahoma. School districts develop and implement a local policy regarding the collection, storage, disclosure, and destruction of confidential student records. Parents Page -34-
may obtain a copy of the local policy from the local school administrator. These are the rights of parents and children regarding personally identifiable information in accordance with FERPA. • To inspect the students education records; • To request the amendment of education records to ensure that they are not inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the students privacy or other rights; • To consent to disclose educational records, except where consent is not required to authorize disclosure; • To file complaints with the family Policy and Regulations Office, United States Department of Education, Washington, D.C. 20202, concerning the alleged violations of the requirements of FERPA (34 CFR § 99.1-99.67); and • To obtain a copy of the FERPA policy adopted by the local school district upon request being made to the local school administrator. Before any major identification, location, or evaluation, schools shall provide notice to parents. Accommodations for other languages or means of communications may be provided upon request. Such notice shall occur at least annually prior to conducting these activities and shall include the rights of parents under FERPA. For further information, contact the Principal of your child’s school or the Director of Special Education at Union City School. (405) 4833531.
Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Dear Parent: In the course of your child’s education, the school district will keep records as deemed necessary to provide programs to meet his/her needs and interests. Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), you have the RIGHT TO: 1. Inspect and review your child’s education records. 2. Exercise a limited control over other people’s access to your child’s educational records except: (1) to officials of another school or school system or post-secondary educational agency in which the student seeks or intends to enroll. (2) by the prior written consent of the student’s parent or the eligible student to all noneducational agencies. 3. Seek to correct your child’s educational record in a hearing, if Page -35-
necessary; 4. Report violations of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act to the Department of Health, Education and Welfare. 5. Request a copy of the Union City FERPA Policy from the office of the superintendent of the Union City Schools. Phone number (405) 483-3531. Parents have two weeks, after publication, to advise the Superintendent, in writing, any items they designate as not being directory information for that child. The following items are considered by the Public School District to be “DIRECTORY INFORMATION”: The student’s: 1. Name; 2. Name of parents; 3. Date of birth; 4. Class designation (i.e. first grade, tenth grade, etc.); 5. Extracurricular participation; 6. Achievement awards or honors; 7. Weight and height if a member of an athletic team; 8. Photograph; 9. Previous school district; 10. Telephone Number; and 11. Address. All rights and protection given parents under FERPA and this Policy transfer to the student when he/she reaches the age of 18 or enrolls in a post-secondary school. The student then becomes an “Eligible Student”. If you have any questions regarding FERPA, you may address them to the principal of your child’s school. Translations of the notice will be arranged, in the native language, for non-English speaking parents. Todd Carel, Superintendent.
OPEN RECORDS ACT It is the policy of the Board of Education to recognize and facilitate the public’s right of access to and review of public records. The district is not required to release information contained in its education records except in conformity with the provisions of the Open Records Act. Title 51, Oklahoma Statutes, Section 24 A.A., and only to the extent that said act does not supersede federal law.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION A student enrolled in physical education classes will be expected to participate in class each day and also have a clean change of gym clothes. Non-marking soles on tennis shoes are required for participation. Page -36-
PROFICIENCY BASED PROMOTION The first Wednesday of the first full week of each semester upon the request of a student, parent/guardian or educator, a student will be given the opportunity to demonstrate 90% proficiency in one or more areas of the core curriculum. Further details on this program are available through the office.
RADIOS AND TAPE PLAYERS Students are not to have radios, I Pods, MP3 players, tape players or laser pointers without permission from the principal.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT The Union City School Board Policy regarding sexual harassment of students will be given to each student who enrolls in Union City School.
SMOKING POLICY SUBSTANCE ABUSE & DANGEROUS WEAPONS Student tobacco use or possession is strictly prohibited on school property. Any student who comes to school under the influence of alcohol or any controlled, dangerous substance is subject to immediate 1 day (minimum) suspension from school. Any pupil found to be in possession of a dangerous weapon is subject to suspension..
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM Pursuant to House Bill 2055 and Senate Bill 800 by June 30, 1998, the State Department of Education shall develop and all school districts shall have implemented a student identification system which is consistent with the provisions of subsection C & D of Section 3111 of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes. It further states that: The student identification system shall be used specifically for the purpose of: ...reporting enrollment data by school sites and by school districts ...the administration of the Oklahoma School Testing Program Act ...the collection of appropriate and necessary data pursuant to the Oklahoma Educational Indicators Program ...determine student enrollment ...establish a mobility rate or allocation of State Aid formula and mid-year adjustments in funding for student growth. Page -37-
The State Board of Education or a board of education shall not deny any right, benefit, or privilege provided by law because of the refusal by the student to disclose the social security account number of the student.
STUDENT RECORDS Statement of Rights as required by FERPA regulations: Parents and eligible students have the following rights under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act and this policy. 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s educational record. 2. The right to exercise a limited control over other people’s access to the student’s educational record. 3. The right to seek to correct the student’s education record: in hearing if necessary. 4. The right to report violations of the FERPA to the Department of Health, Education and Welfare. 5. The right to be informed about FERPA rights. All rights and protections given parents under the FERPA and this policy transfer to the student when he or she reaches age 18 or enrolls in a post-secondary school. The student then becomes an “eligible student”.
SUSPENSIONS & EXPULSIONS The principal has the authority to suspend any student in accordance with existing state laws for misbehavior or for other sufficient reasons. Suspension will be reported immediately to the superintendent. Students who conduct themselves in such a manner as to have a detrimental and demoralizing effect on the student body may, on recommendation of the principal or superintendent, be suspended from school. Any student who is subject to suspension or expulsion has the right to appeal the decision of the principal. The procedure for appeal, as a part of Oklahoma School Law, is on file in the principal’s office and may be requested by the student or their parent at the time of suspension. Students who are suspended are not allowed to attend any school functions or be on school property during their period of suspension. Page -38-
Students suspended or expelled will have 50 % deducted from their true grade. Education Plan for Out-of-School Suspension: Education plan required for students suspended out of school for more than five days. • Parent or guardian responsible for providing supervised, structured environment for the student. • parent or guardian responsible for monitoring student’s educational progress until readmitted into school. • School provides only for the core units (minimum English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and Art units required by the State Board of Education) in which the student is enrolled. • Plan must set out the procedure for education and shall address academic credit for work satisfactorily completed. • The Education Plan is to be designed for the eventual reintegration of the student into school. (70 O.S. § 24101.3; S.L.O. § 488.2)
TELEPHONE Students must have permission from their teacher or principal to use telephone. Permission will only be given for emergencies. All messages for students, including special instructions for transportation must be called into office prior to 2:30.
TITLE IX PROGRAM Students, their parents, and employees of Union City School District 57, are assured that this school district does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education activities and employment practices. Athletic Director Ludy Griggs has been designated by the Board of Education to coordinate the school district’s effort to comply with Title IX.
TRANSPORTATION Union City School provides transportation to students living one mile or more from school and those living in the Parkside Addition. Students should be at their loading place no more than five minutes ahead of the bus arrival time. The bus driver is responsible for discipline and has the same authority as a teacher. Students causing problems may lose their riding privilege. Students must ride to and from class parties and other school Page -39-
functions on the bus. Exception will be made only after personal contact with parent. Students cannot be released to anyone except parent or legal guardian.
TRUANCY A student is considered truant when he/she leaves school without permission from the office or if he/she remains away from school without the knowledge and consent of his/her parents or guardian. Cutting class will be considered truancy, even though the student did not leave the school grounds. Students will receive a zero on any assignments, tests, or activities missed and may be disciplined.
UNDUE FAMILIARITY It is assumed that all students have sufficient personal pride and will observe standards of ethical behavior in school. The school halls and parking lots are public places; therefore, it is expected that students will use discretion in boy-girl relationships. Undue familiarity is considered in poor taste and will not be condoned. Students who persist in such practice will be referred to the principal, and if necessary, the parents will be called in for a conference. Students will be subject to disciplinary measures if they choose noncompliance.
UNION CITY SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS Academic Team FCCLA FCA FFA Student Council
VENDING MACHINES Students may purchase soft drinks and food from the vending machines located in the corridor. Items may be purchased before school, at lunch or after school, but not between classes. Proper disposal of waste should be followed. Page -40-
Food or drinks in the school halls and classrooms are prohibited except for special events.
VISITORS All visitors must pick up a pass and sign in at the office. Parents are always welcome to come to school as needed, however, they must first stop by the principal’s office before going anywhere on the school grounds or in the building, including their child’s room, the work-room, gym, etc. (If the principal is not in, check in with the school secretary or superintendent.) Parents are requested not to send or allow siblings to visit students in the classroom. Students are not allowed to bring other children as visitors to school. No visitor may confer with a student in school unless it is with the specific approval of the principal. Should an emergency situation require a student to be called to the office to meet a visitor, the principal should be present during the conference. A minor student is never to be permitted to leave the school with anyone who is not clearly identified as his/her parent or person authorized to act on behalf of the student’s parent. The superintendent or, in his absence, the building principal, is authorized to prohibit the entry of any person whose presence in the school is not required by reasons of enrollment or employment or to expel any person when he has reason to believe that the presence of such person is or will become adverse to the good order of the school. If a person so identified and instructed refuses to leave the school premises or creates a further disturbance, the superintendent or principal is authorized to request assistance from the local law enforcement.
VACCINES It is the intent of the law that all students, regardless of circumstances, meet the requirements for their grade level. All children transferring from other school districts, all students in these grade levels due to retention, and all students in transitional levels between these grades, are required to have the doses as required for their grade level.
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES It is the policy of the Union City Board of Education that a student may possess a wireless telecommunications device while on school premises, or while in transit under the authority of the school, or while Page -41-
attending any function sponsored or authorized by superintendent or the superintendent’s designee. Students found to be using any electronic communications device for any illegal purpose, violation of privacy, or to in any way send or receive personal messages, data, or information that would contribute or to constitute cheating on tests or examinations or interrupting the educational process shall be subject to discipline and the device shall be confiscated and not returned until a parent conference has been held. Students violating this rule will be disallowed from carrying any personal communication device following the incident unless a bona fide health emergency exists, in no case will a student be allowed to take photographs of any kind. Wireless telecommunications devices must be turned off between the hours of 8:00 am and 3:30 pm. In certain cases deemed necessary by the administration i.e. bed weather, loss of power, etc. students will be allowed to turn on wireless telecommunications devices during school hours. Students found to be in possession of a wireless telecommunications device in violation of the rules shall be subject to disciplinary action under the discipline policy, including confiscations of the device pending parent/guardian conference, detention, corporal punishment, and/or suspension. Where appropriate, police may be contacted. As a general rule, students caught with a cell phone will have it confiscated and it will not be returned for 24 hours. Reference: 70 O.S. & 24-101.1 et seq. 70 O.S. &24-102 Adoption date: July 14,2008
DRUG TESTING POLICY UNION CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ACTIVITY STUDENT DRUG TESTING POLICY The Union City Board of Education in an effort to protect the health and safety of its extracurricular activities students from illegal and/or performance-enhancing drug use and abuse, thereby setting an example for all other students of the Union City Public school District, proposes to adopt the following policy for drug testing of activity students. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE AND INTENT Although the Board of Education, administration, and staff desire that every student in the Union City Public School District refrain from using or possessing illegal drugs, district officials realize that their power to restrict the possession or use of illegal and performancePage -42-
enhancing drugs is limited. Therefore, this policy governs only performance-enhancing and illegal drug use by students participating in certain extra-curricular activities. The sanctions imposed for violations of this policy will be limitations solely upon limiting the opportunity of any student determined to be in violation of this policy to a student’s privilege to participate in extra-curricular activities. No suspensions from school or academic sanctions will be imposed for violations of the policy. This policy supplements and complements all other policies, rules, and regulations of the Union City Public School District regarding possession or use of illegal drugs. Participation in school-sponsored interscholastic extra-curricular activities at the Union City Public School District is a privilege. Students who participate in these activities are respected by the student body and are representing the school district and the community. Accordingly, students in extra-curricular activities carry a responsibility to themselves, their fellow students, their parents and their school to set the highest possible examples of conduct, sportsmanship, and training, which includes avoiding the use or possession of illegal drugs. The purposes of the policy are five-fold: 1. To educate students of the serious physical, mental and emotional harm caused by illegal drug use. 2. To alert students with possible substance abuse problems to the potential harms that drug use poses for their physical, mental, and emotional well-being and offer them the privilege of competition as an incentive to stop using such substances. 3. Ensure that students adhere to a training program that bars the intake of illegal and performance-enhancing drugs. 4. To prevent injury, illness, and harm for students that may arise as a result from illegal and performance-enhancing drug use 5. To offer students practices, competition and school activities free of the effects of illegal and performance-enhancing drug use. Illegal and performance-enhancing drug use of any kind is incompatible with the physical, mental, and emotional demands placed upon participants in extra-curricular activities and upon the positive image these students project to other students and to the community on behalf of the Union City Public School District. For the Page -43-
safety, health and well being of students in extra-curricular activities the Union City Public School District has adopted this policy for use by all participants in interscholastic extra-curricular activities in grades 712. The administration may adopt regulations to implement this policy. I. Definitions “Activity Student” means a member of any middle school or high school Union City Public School District sponsored extra-curricular organization which participates in interscholastic competition. This includes any student that represents Union City Schools in any extracurricular activity in interscholastic competition, such as FFA, FCCLA, Academic Team, Math and Science Club, 4H,Club Scrub, FCA, Student Council, Cheerleader and Athletics. “Drug use test” means a scientifically substantiated method to test for the presence of illegal or performance-enhancing drugs or the metabolites thereof in a persons’s urine. “Random Selection Basis” means a mechanism for selecting activity students for drug testing that: A. results in an equal probability that any activity student from a group of activity students subject to the selection mechanism will be selected, and B. does not give the School District discretion to waive the selection of any activity the student selected under the mechanism “illegal drugs” means any substance which an individual may not sell, possess, use, distribute or purchase under either Federal or Oklahoma law.”illegal drugs” includes, but is not limited to, all scheduled drugs as defined by the Oklahoma Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substance Act, all prescription drugs obtained without authorization, and all prescribed and over- the-counter drugs being used for an abusive purpose. “illegal drugs” shall also include alcohol. “Performance-enhancing drugs” include anabolic steroids and any other natural or synthetic substance use to increase muscle mass, strength, endurance, speed or other athletic ability. The term “ performance-enhancing drugs” dose not include dietary or nutritional supplements such as vitamins, minerals and proteins which can be Page -44-
lawfully purchased in over -the-counter transactions. “Positive” when referring to a drug use test administered under this policy means toxicological test result which is considered to demonstrate the presence of an illegal or performance-enhancing drug or the metabolites thereof using the standard customarily established by the testing laboratory administering the drug use test. “Reasonable suspicion” means a suspicion of illegal or performanceenhancing drug use based on specific observations made by coaches/administrators/sponsors of the appearance, speech, or behavior of an activity student; the reasonable inference that are drawn from those observations; and/or information of illegal or performance-enhancing drug use by an activity student supplied to school officials by other students, staff members, or patrons. ll. Procedures Each activity student shall be provided with a copy of the “Student Drug Testing Consent Form” which shall be read, signed and dated by the student, parent or custodial guardian and coach/sponsor before such student shall be eligible to participate in any extra-curricular activities. To consent requires the activity student to provide a urine sample: (a)when the activity student is selected by the random selection basis to provide a urine sample; and (b) at any time when there is reasonable suspicion to test for illegal or performance-enhancing drug. No student shall be allowed to practice or participate in any extra-curricular activities involving interscholastic competition unless the student has returned the properly signed “Student Drug Testing Consent Form”. Prior to the commencement of drug testing each year an orientation session will be held with each Activity Student to educate them of the sample collection process privacy arrangements, drug testing procedures and other areas which may help to reassure the activity student and help avoid embarrassment or uncomfortable feelings about the drug testing process. Each Activity Student shall receive a copy of the Activity Student Drug Testing Policy. The head coach or sponsor shall be responsible for explaining the policy to all prospective students, and for preparing an educational presentation to acquaint the student with the harmful consequences of drug and alcohol use and abuse. All Activity Students may be required to provide a urine sample before the student may participate in an extra-curricular activity covered Page -45-
under this policy. A student who moves into the district after the school year begins may have to undergo a drug test before they will be eligible for participation. Drug use testing for Activity Students will also be chosen on a random selection basis from a list of all Activity Students who are involved in off-season or in-season activities. The Union City Public School District will periodically determine a number of student names to be drawn at random to provide a urine sample for drug testing for illegal drugs or performance-enhancing drugs. In addition to the drug testing required above, any Activity Student may be required at any time to submit to a test for illegal or performanceenhancing drugs, or the metabolites thereof when an administrator, coach, or sponsor has reasonable suspicion of illegal or performanceenhancing drug use by that particular student. Any drug use teat will be administered by or at the direction of a professional laboratory chosen by Union City Public School District . The professional laboratory shall be required to use scientifically validated toxicological testing methods, have detailed written specifications to assure chain of custody of the specimens, and proper laboratory control and scientific testing. All aspects of the drug usetesting programs, including the taking of specimens, will be conducted so as to safeguard the personal and privacy rights of the student to the maximum degree possible. The test specimen shall be obtained in a manner designed to minimize intrusiveness of the procedure. In particular, the specimen must be collected in a restroom or other private facility behind a closed stall. The principal/athletic director shall designate a coach, sponsor, or school employee of the same sex as the student to accompany the student to a restroom or other private facility behind a closed stall. The monitor shall not observe the student while the specimen is behind produced, but the monitor shall be present outside the stall to listen for the normal sounds of urination in order to guard against tampered specimens and to insure an accurate chain of custody. The monitor shall verify the normal warmth and appearance of the specimen. If at any time during the testing procedure the monitor has reason to believe or suspect that a student is tampering with the specimen, the monitor may stop the procedure and inform the principal/athletic director who will then determine if a new sample should be obtained. The monitor shall give each student a form on which the student may list any medications legally prescribed for the student he or she has taken in the preceding thirty(30) days. The parent or legal guardian shall be able to confirm the medications list submitted by their child during the twenty-four(24) Page -46-
hours following any drug test. The medication list shall be submitted to the lab in a sealed and confidential envelope and shall not be viewed by district employees. An initial positive test result will be subject to confirmation by a second and different test of the same specimen. The second test will use the gas chromatography/mass spectrometry technique. A specimen shall not be reported positive unless the second test utilizing the gas chromatography/mass spectrometry procedure is positive for the presence of an illegal drug or the metabolites thereof. The unused portion of a specimen that tested positive shall be preserved by the laboratory for a period of six(6) months or the end of the school year, whichever is shorter. Students records will be retained until the end of the school year. III. Confidentiality The laboratory will notify the principal/athletic director or designee of any positive test. To keep the positive test results confidential, the principal/athletic director or designee will only notify the student, the head coach/sponsor, and the parent or custodial guardian of the student of the results. The principal/athletic director or designee will schedule a conference with the student and parents or guardian and explain the student’s opportunity to submit additional information to the principal/athletic director or the lab. The Union City Public School District will rely on the opinion of the laboratory which performed the test in determining whether the positive test result was produced by something other than consumption of an illegal or performanceenhancing drug. Test results will be kept in files separate from the student’s other educational records, shall be disclosed only to those school personnel who have a need to know, and will not be turned over to any law enforcement authorities. IV. Appeal An Activity Student who has been determined by the principal/athletic director to be in violation of this policy shall have the right to appeal the decision to the superintendent or his/her designee(s). Such request for a review must be submitted to the superintendent in writing within five(5) calender days of notice of the positive test. A student requesting a review will remain eligible to participate in any extracurricular activities until the review is completed. The superintendent or his/her designee(s) shall then determine whether the original finding was justified. No further review of the superintendent’s decision will be provided and his/her decision shall be conclusive in all respects. Any Page -47-
necessary interpretation or application of this policy shall be in the sole and exclusive judgment and discretion of the superintendent which shall be final and non-appealable. V. Consequences Any Activity Student who test positive in a drug test under this policy shall be subject to the following restrictions: A. For the First Offense: The parent/guardian will be contacted immediately and a private conference will be scheduled to present the test results to the parent/guardian. A meeting will then be set up with the student, parent/guardian, athletic director, and principal concerning the positive drug test. In order to continue participating in the activity the student and parent/guardian must, within five(5) days of the joint meeting, show proof that the student has received drug counseling from a qualified drug treatment program or counseling entity. Additionally, the student must voluntarily submit to a second drug test to be administered within two(2) weeks in accordance with the testing providers of this policy. If parent/guardian and student agree to these provisions, the student will continue to participate in the activity. Should the parent/student not agree to these provisions the consequences listed in this policy for the second offence will be imposed. B. For the second offense: Suspension from participating in all activities covered under this policy for(14) calender days, and successful completion of four(4) hours of substance abuse education/counseling provided by the school. The student may not participate in any meeting, practices, scrimmages or competitions during this period. The student will be randomly tested for the remainder of the school year. The time and date will be unknown to the student and determined by the principal/athletic director or designee. These restrictions and requirements shall begin immediately, consecutive in nature, unless a review appeal is filed following receipt of a positive test. Provided, however, a student who on his or her own volition informs(self-refers)the athletic director, principal or coach/sponsor of usage before being notified to submit to a drug test will be allowed to remain active in all activities covered under this policy. Such students will however, be considered to have committed his/her first offense under the policy, and required to re-test as would a student who has tested positive . C. For the Third Offense (in the same school year): Page -48-
complete suspension from participating in all extra-curricular activities including all meetings, practices, performances, and competition for the remainder of the school year, or eighty-eight school days (1 semester) whichever is the longer. VI. Refusal to Submit to Drug Use Test A participating student, who refuses to submit to a drug test authorized under this policy, shall not be eligible to participate in any activities covered under this policy including all meetings, practices, performances and competitions for the remainder of the school year. Additionally, such student shall not be considered for any interscholastic activity honors or awards given by the school. Union City Public School is committed to cooperating with parent/guardians in an effort to help students avoid illegal drug use. The Union City Public School District believes accountability is a powerful tool to help some students avoid using drugs and the early detection and intervention can save lives. UNION CITY Public School District Student Drug Testing Consent Form
Statement of purpose and intent participation in school sponsored extra-curricular activities at the Union City School District is a privilege. Activity Students carry a responsibility to themselves, their fellow students, their parents, and their school to set the highest possible examples of conduct, which includes avoiding the use or possession of illegal drugs. Drug use of any kind is incompatible with participating in extra-curricular activities on behalf of the Union City Public School District. For safety, heath, and well being of the student of the of the Union City Public School District, the Union City Public School District has adopted the attached Activity Student Drug Testing Policy and the Student Drug Testing Consent for use by all participating students at the middle school and high school levels.
Participation in Extra-Curricular Activities Each Activity Student shall be provided with a copy of the Activity Student Drug Testing Policy and Student Drug Testing Consent, which shall be read, signed and dated by the student, parent or custodial guardian, and coach/sponsor before such student shall be eligible to practice or participate in any interscholastic activities. The consent shall be to provide a urine sample: a) as part of the annual physical or for eligibility for participation; b) as chosen by the random selection basis; and c) at any time requested based on reasonable suspicion to be tested for illegal or performance-enhancing drugs. No student shall be allowed to practice or participate in any activity governed by the policy unless the student has returned the properly signed Student Drug Testing Consent.
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Student’s last name First Name MI I understand after having read the “Student Activity Drug Testing Policy” and “ Student Drug Testing Consent,” that, out of care for my safety and health, the Union City Public School District enforces the rules applying to the consumption or possession of illegal and performance-enhancing drugs. As a member of a Union City extra-curricular interscholastic activity, I realize that the personal decision that I make daily in regard to the consumption or possession of illegal or performance-enhancing drugs may affect my health and well-being as well as the possible endangerment of those around me and reflect upon any organization with which i am associated. If I choose to violate school policy regarding the use or possession of illegal or performance-enhancing drugs any time while I am involved with in-season or off-season activities, I understand upon determination of that violation I will be subject to the restrictions on my participation as outlined in the policy.
Signature of the Student Date We have read and understood the Union City Public School District “Activity Student Drug Testing Policy” and “Student Drug Testing Consent”. We desire that the student named above participate in extra-curricular interscholastic programs of the Union City Public School District and we hereby voluntarily agree to be subject to its terms. We accept the method of obtaining urine samples, testing and results as provided in this program.
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