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SAGE PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL
2014-2015
Please read and review with your parent/guardian pages 1-20.
This handbook contains information about your school and its
policies, although not all rules can be codified in this
publication.
I understand and consent to the responsibilities outlined in the
Districts Student Code of Conduct as stated in the Sage Park Middle
School Discipline Code for 2014-2015 on pages 16-17. I also
under-stand and agree that my child shall be held accountable for
the behavior and consequences outlined in the Student Code of
Conduct at school as well as school-sponsored and school-related
activities, including school-sponsored travel, accounting for any
school-related misconduct regardless of time or location. I
understand that any student who violates the Student Code of
Conduct shall be subject to disciplinary action, up to and
including referral for criminal prosecution for violations of
law.
I have read and reviewed the information contained in the
student hand-book with my parent/guardian.
PLEASE SIGN AND RETURN THIS FORM BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5.
STUDENT NAME
(printed)____________________________________________________
HOMEROOM TEACHER________________________ GRADE________ TEAM
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STUDENT
SIGNATURE______________________________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME
(printed)______________________________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN
SIGNATURE____________________________________________
DATE _______________________________________
Please cut this page along the dotted line and return to your
Language Arts teacher after you have read and reviewed pages 1-20
with your parent/guardian.
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2014-2015
Paul G. Cavaliere, Jr., Principal Ext. 1191
William Fisher, Jr., Vice-Principal Grade 6 Ext. 1129
Jonathan Schneider, Dean of Students Grade 7 Ext. 1355
Liana K. Jorgensen, Vice-Principal Grade 8 Ext. 1192
25 Sage Park RoadWindsor, Connecticut
06095
Main Office: (860) 687-2030 (Ext. 1179, 1192, 0)Guidance Office:
Ext. 1361Nurses Office: Ext. 1301Absence Line: Ext. 1179Fax Number:
(860) 687-2039
Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. 4:15 p.m.
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SAGE PARKMIDDLE SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE YEAR
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Welcome to Sage Park Middle School
PRINCIPALS MESSAGE
Dear Parents and Students:
Welcome to Sage Park Middle School and to the beginning of
another school year! All staff members wish you a happy and
successful middle school experience. Our schools philosophy is one
in which each student is treated as a unique individual with
special needs and abilities. We hope to prepare you for a
fulfilling life by helping each of you to realize your potential
academically and socially.
Our parent/student handbook was written to provide you with
information about your school. In order to ensure a successful
learning experience, it is necessary to have rules and regulations
which all students can understand and follow. This is in everyones
best interest because it ensures fair treatment for all students
and provides the conditions necessary for proper learning to take
place. The responsibility that each of you will assume by living in
accordance with our schools regulations will help you to grow into
mature and responsible citizens.
Our school staff is concerned about you! Open communications
between you and your classmates and between you and our middle
school staff is one of our goals. We look forward to sharing a
successful school year with you.
Paul G. Cavaliere, Jr.Principal
This handbook contains information about your school and its
policies, although not all rules can be codified in this
publication.
Table of Contents
Principals Welcome Letter/Table of Contents Page 2
Mission and Expectations Page 3
School Hours and Calendar Page 4
2014-15 Day Rotation Calendar Page 5
School Map Page 6
Schedule Information Page 7
Academic Standards Page 8
General Information/Student Services Pages 9-11
Student Activities Page 12
Regulations for theAcceptable Use of Technology Pages 13-14
Positive Behavior Incentive Page 15
Discipline Code 2014-2015 Pages 16-17
Safe School Climate Plan Pages 18-20
Accreditation StatementSage Park Middle School is accredited by
theNew England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., a
non-governmental, nationallyrecognized organization whose
affiliatedinstitutions include elementary schools throughcollegiate
institutions offering post-graduateinstruction.
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Sage Park Middle School Mission and ExpectationsThe mission of
Sage Park Middle School is to engage all students in opportunities
for aca-demic, social, and emotional growth in a supportive
learning community* so that they will achieve at high academic
levels, make responsible choices, and develop into good
citi-zens.
*The learning community includes the school, parents, families,
town of Windsor, etc.
Academic Expectations Social/Emotional Expectations
Students will
x Read, view, and listen effectively to interpret
information.
x Use oral, written, visual, and artistic modes of expression
effectively to share information.
x Question and think, critically and creatively; identify and
applysolutions to problems.
x Use appropriate resources to seek, access, apply, evaluate,
and share knowledge.
x Apply knowledge and skills in alldisciplines across the
curriculum.
x Self-evaluate their performance and choices to make
improvements.
Students will
x Work well independently and cooperatively.
x Take responsibility for their choices.
x Respect themselves and others.
x Develop self-awareness and self-discipline.
x Participate in activities that benefitothers.
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MAY (20)S M T W R F S
1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30
JANUARY (19)S M T W R F S
2 34 5 6 7 8 9 10
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 2425 26 27 28 29 30
31
MARCH (22)S M T W R F S1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31
SEPTEMBER (21)S M T W R F S
2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30
NOVEMBER (16)S M T W R F S
12 3 PD 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
OCTOBER (22)S M T W R F S
1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30 31
DECEMBER (17)S M T W R F S
1 2s 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30 31
FEBRUARY (15)S M T W R F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25s 26 27
JUNE (20)S M T W R F S 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26p 27
28 29 30
August 26 - School Opens for StudentsSeptember 1 - Labor
DaySeptember 16 - Early DismissalOctober 7 - Early DismissalOctober
13 - Columbus DayNovember 4 - Professional DayNovember 26 - 28 -
Thanksgiving RecessDecember 2 - Sage Park Parent Conferences
December 9 - Early DismissalDecember 24 - January 2 - Holiday
RecessJanuary 19 - Martin Luther King, Jr. DayFebruary 3 - Early
DismissalFebruary 16 - Presidents DayFebruary 16 - 20 - Winter
RecessFebruary 25 - Sage Park Parent Conferences
March - TestingApril 3 - Good FridayApril 7 - Early
DismissalApril 20 - 24 - Spring RecessMay 5 - Early DismissalMay 25
- Memorial DayJune 2 - Early DismissalJune 15 - Tentative Last Day
of School
OD - Opening Day for StaffPD - Professional Day WD - Staff Work
DayS - Parent Conferences (Early Dismissal 12:50 p.m.)
- No School for Students- All Offices Closed
Early DismissalAll Students
* - Snow Make-Up Days, if needed. If more than ten (10) snow
days are needed, additional days will be deducted from the Spring
Recess commencing Monday, April 20, 2015.
This decision will be made by the Board of Education at their
regular March meeting.
AUGUST (4)S M T W R F S
OD PD24 WD 26 27 28 29
APRIL (16)S M T W R F S
1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 1819 20 21 22 23 24 2526 27 28 29 30
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2014-2015SCHOOL HOURS: 8:05 a.m. to 2:45
p.m.EARLY DISMISSAL: 8:05 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.OFFICE HOURS: 7:30 a.m.
to 4:15 p.m.
Closing and late opening announcements are made between 6:30
a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on the radio stations listed below. Call Sage
Park (860-687-2030) and the message machine will provide school
closing or delay information. Dont call the radio stations or the
police department. Phone lines must remain open for emergency
calls. The Board of Education office has a voice message regarding
school closings (860-687-2000, ext. 180) or go to www.windsorct.org
for more in-formation.
WTIC 1080 WDRC 1360 WKND 1480 WPOP 1410
EARLY DISMISSALWe believe students belong in school during the
school day. We ask that all appointments (dental, medical, etc.) be
scheduled outside of the school day. If a student must be removed
from school:1. Written parental notification of the date, time
and
duration of the time out of school must be received by the
office the morning of the dismissal.
2. The student must stop in the office on the morning of the
dismissal to present the note and to pick up an Early Dismissal
Pass which is given to the teacher at the time of dismissal.
3. The teacher signs the pass and sends the student to the
office with it to be picked up by the authorized party.
4. The parent or authorized person must sign the student out in
the school office.
Students are not allowed to leave school alone to walk to
appointments during school hours.
ATTENDANCEGood attendance makes learning easier. Absence from
school should be limited to reasons of personal illness or
emergencies. The parent/guardian of an absent student must call the
school (ext. 1179) on the day of the absence by 9:00 a.m. Students
absent from school during the day cannot return to the campus to
attend after school activities. The office contacts home to verify
absences.
PROMPTNESS/TARDINESSGood attendance and promptness are basic to
establishing solid work habits. We expect students to report to
school on time, ready to work and learn as part of their
preparation for life. Students are expected upon arrival to school
to report directly to their lockers and then to homeroom. Students
are not to loiter and socialize in the hallways. School attendance
is taken in homeroom each day. A detention is assigned each time a
student is tardy to homeroom beginning with the thirdtardy each
semester. This is a lunch detention. Tardies caused by
medical/dental appointments are excused and not counted in the
total. Late buses will be provided Monday, Wednesday, and
Thursday.Continued tardiness leads to increased discipline.
3 tardies = 1 office detention 6 tardies = Extended detention
(2:50 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Students who arrive after 11:00 a.m. will be marked absent.
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School Hours and Calendar
Tentative Date: June 15 - Last Day of School (Early Dismissal).
High School Graduation to be determined by Board of Education in
April.
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2014-15 Day Rotation Calendar 5/27/2014
Date R Date R Date R Date R Date R8/25/2014 8/26/2014 1
8/27/2014 2 8/28/2014 3 8/29/2014 49/1/2014 9/2/2014 5 9/3/2014 6
9/4/2014 1 9/5/2014 29/8/2014 3 9/9/2014 4 9/10/2014 5 9/11/2014 6
9/12/2014 19/15/2014 2 9/16/2014 3 9/17/2014 4 9/18/2014 5
9/19/2014 69/22/2014 1 9/23/2014 2 9/24/2014 3 9/25/2014 4
9/26/2014 59/29/2014 6 9/30/2014 1 10/1/2014 2 10/2/2014 3
10/3/2014 410/6/2014 5 10/7/2014 6 10/8/2014 1 10/9/2014 2
10/10/2014 310/13/2014 10/14/2014 4 10/15/2014 5 10/16/2014 6
10/17/2014 110/20/2014 2 10/21/2014 3 10/22/2014 4 10/23/2014 5
10/24/2014 610/27/2014 1 10/28/2014 2 10/29/2014 3 10/30/2014 4
10/31/2014 511/3/2014 6 11/4/2014 11/5/2014 1 11/6/2014 2 11/7/2014
311/10/2014 4 11/11/2014 5 11/12/2014 6 11/13/2014 1 11/14/2014
211/17/2014 3 11/18/2014 4 11/19/2014 5 11/20/2014 6 11/21/2014
111/24/2014 2 11/25/2014 3 11/26/2014 11/27/2014
11/28/201412/1/2014 4 12/2/2014 5 12/3/2014 6 12/4/2014 1 12/5/2014
212/8/2014 3 12/9/2014 4 12/10/2014 5 12/11/2014 6 12/12/2014
112/15/2014 2 12/16/2014 3 12/17/2014 4 12/18/2014 5 12/19/2014
612/22/2014 1 12/23/2014 2 12/24/2014 12/25/2014
12/26/201412/29/2014 12/30/2014 12/31/2014 1/1/2015
1/2/20151/5/2015 3 1/6/2015 4 1/7/2015 5 1/8/2015 6 1/9/2015
11/12/2015 2 1/13/2015 3 1/14/2015 4 1/15/2015 5 1/16/2015
61/19/2015 1/20/2015 1 1/21/2015 2 1/22/2015 3 1/23/2015 41/26/2015
5 1/27/2015 6 1/28/2015 1 1/29/2015 2 1/30/2015 32/2/2015 4
2/3/2015 5 2/4/2015 6 2/5/2015 1 2/6/2015 22/9/2015 3 2/10/2015 4
2/11/2015 5 2/12/2015 6 2/13/2015 12/16/2015 2/17/2015 2/18/2015
2/19/2015 2/20/20152/23/2015 2 2/24/2015 3 2/25/2015 4 2/26/2015 5
2/27/2015 63/2/2015 1 3/3/2015 2 3/4/2015 3 3/5/2015 4 3/6/2015
53/9/2015 6 3/10/2015 1 3/11/2015 2 3/12/2015 3 3/13/2015
43/16/2015 5 3/17/2015 6 3/18/2015 1 3/19/2015 2 3/20/2015
33/23/2015 4 3/24/2015 5 3/25/2015 6 3/26/2015 1 3/27/2015
23/30/2015 3 3/31/2015 4 4/1/2015 5 4/2/2015 6 4/3/20154/6/2015 1
4/7/2015 2 4/8/2015 3 4/9/2015 4 4/10/2015 54/13/2015 6 4/14/2015 1
4/15/2015 2 4/16/2015 3 4/17/2015 44/20/2015 4/21/2015 4/22/2015
4/23/2015 4/24/20154/27/2015 5 4/28/2015 6 4/29/2015 1 4/30/2015 2
5/1/2015 35/4/2015 4 5/5/2015 5 5/6/2015 6 5/7/2015 1 5/8/2015
25/11/2015 3 5/12/2015 4 5/13/2015 5 5/14/2015 6 5/15/2015
15/18/2015 2 5/19/2015 3 5/20/2015 4 5/21/2015 5 5/22/2015
65/25/2015 5/26/2015 1 5/27/2015 2 5/28/2015 3 5/29/2015 46/1/2015
5 6/2/2015 6 6/3/2015 1 6/4/2015 2 6/5/2015 36/8/2015 4 6/9/2015 5
6/10/2015 6 6/11/2015 1 6/12/2015 26/15/2015 3 6/16/2015 6/17/2015
6/18/2015 6/19/20156/22/2015 6/23/2015 6/24/2015 6/25/2015
6/26/2015
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Schedule InformationTime Schedule
2014-2015
Homeroom 8:058:10 Lunch Waves
Period1 8:139:02 1 10:4911:19 (Grade 6)
2 9:059:54 2 11:4012:10 (Grade 7)
3 9:5710:46 3 12:321:02 (Grade 8)
4 10:4911:38/11:2112:10
5 11:4112:30/12:131:02
6 1:051:54
7 1:572:45
Time Schedule, Early Release2014-2015
Early Release days: 9/16/14, 10/7/14, 12/9/14, 2/3/15, 4/7/15,
5/5/15, 6/2/15
Home Room 8:058:10 Lunch Waves
Period7 8:138:43 1 10:2510:59 (Grade 6)
1 8:469:16 2 11:0611:36 (Grade 7)
2 9:199:49 3 11:4112:15 (Grade 8)
3 9:5210:22
4 10:2511:03/11:0611:36
5 11:0611:39/11:3912:16
6 12:1912:50
90 Minute Delay School Start Time: 9:35 a.m.
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GRADINGThe grading system is as follows:
A+ 97-100 C+ 77-79A 93-96 C 73-76A- 90-92 C- 70-72
B+ 87-89 D+ 67-69B 83-86 D 63-66B- 80-82 D- 60-62
F 59 and below
P = Passing M = Medical I = Incomplete W = Withdrawn
Teacher comments are recorded for each subject on the report
card. Incompletes must be converted into a grade within two weeks
of the closing date of the marking period.
HIGH HONORSA student must earn at least four As in academic
subjects that meet five times per week and a minimum of a B in all
other subjects. No Cs.HONORSA student must earn all Bs or a
combination of As and Bs (one C must be offset by an A) in academic
subjects that meet five times per week. No Ds or Fs.PARENT
CONFERENCESParents/guardians are encouraged to become partners in
their childs educational successes. Conferences with teachers may
be held at any time during the school year. Parents/guardians and
students as well as teachers, counselors, or administrators may
initiate a conference. A parent/guardian or student may arrange a
conference with an individual member of the school staff or a group
conference with school staff members. Confer-ences are held during
school hours, but every effort will be made to accommodate
parent/guardian schedules. In addition, an afternoon and evening of
conferences will take place on December 2, 2014, and February 25,
2015. Parents/guardians will receive information with their childs
first report card about how to schedule a brief conference with
their childs team teachers on that date.MISSED WORK DUE TO
ABSENCEThe responsibility and initiative for making up work rests
with the student and the parent/guardian. Students are expected to
speak to each teacher and make up all assignments following a one
day absence. After a longer absence, students are expected to have
all assigned work made up within a period of time equal to the
length of the absence.
PROMOTION/RETENTION STANDARDSRetention is determined by
considering ability, academic performance, effort, maturity and
attendance. Retention recommendations are made to the principal by
a team of people, including the guidance counselor, the school
social worker, the school psychologist, the teachers and the
vice-principal. The following are guidelines concerning promotion
and retention:x Failure of one team subject = required to take and
pass
one subject in summer school.x Failure of two team subjects =
required to take and pass
two subjects in summer school.x Failure of three team subjects =
required to take and pass
three subjects in summer school.x Failure of four or five team
subjects = retain.*Please note: Team subjects are language arts,
reading, math, social studies, and science.
HOMEWORK/HOMEWORK REQUESTBoard of Education policy for homework
in grades 6, 7, and 8 is 60 - 120 minutes each day, five days a
week. In addition, stu-dents are expected to read 30 minutes per
day, five days a week.Homework requests for students who might be
absent for more than two days should be made through the office.
Allow 24 hours for assignments to be collected before picking them
up in the office. Homework will not be collected for students
absent for one day. We encourage students to have a homework buddy
to call for missed assignments.Student of the MonthStudents are
selected for Student of the Month based on the following criteria:x
Overall improvementx Positive attitudex Classroom participationx
Leadershipx Good citizenship
Demonstration of respect for othersAppropriate
conductResponsibilityHelpful toward peers and adults
x Demonstration of consistent effortx Academic achievement
Academic Standards
MARKING PERIOD SCHEDULE 2014-2015
1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th Quarter
Quarter Dates 8/26-10/30 10/31-1/21 1/22-4/2 4/6-6/15Progress
Report Period 8/26-9/26 10/31-12/8 1/22-3/2 4/6-5/12Progress
Reports Mailed Home 10/1 12/12 3/5 5/15Report Cards Mailed Home
11/10 2/2 4/14 6/19
Report cards are issued to all students at the end of each
marking term. Progress reports are issued to all students at
approximately the halfway point of each marking term. Although it
looks like a report card, the progress report contains comments and
mid-quarter grades. Progress reports inform parents/guardians of
their childs progress to date. All progress reports and report
cards will be mailed home. A receipt signature block, which must be
signed by the parent/guardian and returned to the school, will be
included on the envelope with each of the hand carried progress
reports.
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GUIDANCE SERVICESWe have guidance counselors who work with
students in large groups, small groups, and individually.Counseling
is a chance to talk with someone about things that are important to
students. These may be personal, social, educational or career
related concerns. Counselors respect students desire for trust and
confidentiality. Appointments can be arranged by filling out an
appointment request form in the guidance office before school,
between classes and/or after school.Other topics that students and
counselors may become involved with are: educational and career
planning; decision-making;peer relationships; testing; and
coordination of school, home,and community agencies.
SCHOOL CEREMONIES AND OBSERVANCESAn opportunity will be
provided, at the beginning of each school day, for students to
observe an appropriate period of silent meditation and to recite
the Pledge of Allegiance. Participation in these activities is
voluntary. Non-participants are expected to maintain order and
decorum appropriate to the school environ-ment. The school district
recognizes the value of certain cere-monies and observances in
promoting patriotism and good citi-zenship among the students.
Therefore, activities in schools commemorating national holidays
such as Memorial Day, Thanksgiving, and Presidents Day are
encouraged.
PHYSICAL EDUCATIONState law requires all students to take
Physical Education. Students may be excused by the nurse upon
presentation of a signed parental excuse, medical excuse, or a
physical education teachers excuse. Required gym attire, including
gym shorts and T-shirt, warm ups or a sweat suit, and sneakers must
be worn. Cutoff shorts, jeans, and buttoned shirts are not allowed.
Jewelry is also not allowed in gym class for safety reasons. Please
leave expensive jewelry at home on gym days.Students are issued a
lock and gym locker to use. They are not to be shared with anyone.
All valuables should be locked in lockers at gym time. The school
is not responsible for the loss of any valuables.
BUSESStudents may ride the bus only if they are eligible. They
may only ride the bus on which they are assigned. Students should
not ask for permission to ride a bus to a friends house.The bus
driver is in charge of the bus and the students riding the bus. The
driver is responsible for enforcing all bus rules and regulations
and has the authority to have students report to the office for bus
violations.A copy of the bus rules and regulations is sent home
with students at the start of the school year. The consequences for
violation of the bus rules may result in the loss of bus riding
privileges. It is the responsibility of parents/guardians to
provide transportation to and from school for students who have
lost their bus riding privileges.
PEER MEDIATIONPeer Mediation offers students an opportunity to
discuss differ-ences and concerns in small, non-threatening group
settings. Students, staff members, principals, or parents may
initiate me-diations. Referral forms are available in the
principals offices, from team leaders, the guidance office, and
Room 213. Completed forms go to the Main Office.
LATE BUSESLate buses run on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Students meet the bus in the front of the school at 3:50 p.m.
Schedules for late buses are posted in the main entrance to the
school and in classrooms.
BICYCLES/SKATEBOARDSThere is a bicycle rack for students to use
at the front of the building. Students are asked to use caution
when riding their bicycles to and from school. Riding skateboards
and bicycles on the sidewalks is prohibited. Students are reminded
that it is their responsibility to lock their bicycles at all
times, as the school accepts no responsibility for theft or damage
to bicycles.
LOCKERSThe use of lockers is a privilege. All lockers are the
property of the Board of Education. If the administration suspects
students arent maintaining their lockers, or they are using them to
hold contraband, it has the right and responsibility to open and
examine them without student permission. There is plenty of time
for students to use their lockers without being late to class or
the buses. No personal locks are allowed.
xx Do put your name on your belongings.x Dont give your locker
combination to anyone.x Dont share your locker with anyone, not
even a relative.x Dont vandalize your locker.x Dont store food in
your locker for more than one day.x Dont switch lockers with
anyone.x No backpacks with wheels will be allowed. They do not
fit
into the lockers.
The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items. You are
responsible for your locker and its contents. If your locker is out
of order, report it immediately to the guidance office. SeePhysical
Education segment for information on gym lockers.
TO UNLOCK LOCKERS:- Turn right two or more whole turns and stop
at first number.- Then turn left one whole turn, pass above number,
and stop at second number.- Now turn right and stop at third
number.
DRESS CODE (See Board policy for full description)Prohibited
attire is included but not limited to: x Shirts and/or blouses
which reveal the abdomen, chest,
cleavage, or undergarments.x See-through clothing, tank tops,
spaghetti straps or stra-
pless shirts or dresses.x Shorts, miniskirts, or pants which
reveal the upper thigh or
undergarments.x Coats, head coverings (unless worn for religious
reasons)
such as scarves, do-rags, bandannas, masks, kerchiefs, hats,
caps, or hoods shall not be worn, carried, hung on belts or around
the neck, or kept in the classroom during regular school hours.
COUNSELORS
Mrs. Ryan Grade 6
Mr. Vnuk Grade 7
Mr. Scanlon Grade 8
General Information/Student Services
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FIRE DRILLSFire drills are held at regular intervals. When the
signal is given, students are expected to leave the building by the
prescribed route as quickly as possible. Staff gives directions.
There is no talking during a fire drill.TELEPHONESStudents will be
allowed to use the office phone only in case of an emergency.
Calling home for forgotten items is not an emergency. Cellular
phone use is prohib-ited by students during the school day. Any
parent/guardian who wishes to contact his or her child should call
the main office at (860) 687-2030.EXCUSED ABSENCESStudent absences
from school are excused when they occur for the following
reasons:1. Death in the immediate family.2. Serious illness of a
family member.3. Illness or injury of the student.4. Mandatory
legal obligations.5. Other reasons subject to the discretion of the
building
principal.
UNEXCUSED ABSENCES/TRUANCYUnexcused absences, or truancy, are
those that do not come under any of the definitions of excused
absences. Students who have an unexcused absence may be denied the
privilege of making up missed assignments or tests. State law and
Board of Education policy require identifica-tion and reporting of
students who are habitually absent without excuse. Please note:
Family vacations during school time are not considered excused
absences. When in session, they should not expect teachers to
provide assignments prior to going on vacation. Students will be
given an opportunity to make up work and tests upon their
return.DRUGS AND ALCOHOLBringing controlled drugs or alcohol to
school activities, into school buildings, or onto school grounds is
prohibited. Distribution, sale, or use of drugs or alcohol at
school ac-tivities, in school buildings, or on school grounds is
prohib-ited.The following procedure, as described in Board of
Educa-tion policy, shall apply for any violation of this
regulation:The pupil will be suspended for a period of 10 school
days.Parents/guardians will be referred to a licensed substance
abuse counselor or agency.The pupil and parents/guardians will be
asked to meet with the principal or his or her designee to review
any assess-ment and/or recommendations resulting from step two.The
principal or designee shall inform the superintendent of the
suspension. The superintendent will review the case and may
recommend to the Board of Education the expul-sion of said
student.The Windsor Police Department will be
notified.SMOKINGIndividuals shall not smoke or use tobacco products
on school property or at any school-related or school-sanctioned
activity, on or off school property, as provided by state and
federal law.DANGEROUS WEAPONS AND INSTRUMENTSNo guns, knives or any
other objects, including martial arts weapons, capable of
threatening or causing injury or death may be brought onto school
grounds. Any object used to cause injury will be considered a
weapon. Violators will be subject to arrest and prosecution, as
well as appropriate
disciplinary action. Any student found to possess a weapon on
school grounds or during a school activity will be expelled from
school.
DETENTIONDetention may be assigned on the same day that
misbehavior occurs. Teachers notify parents as to the reason(s) for
the detention. A teachers detention is served before an office
detention in the case of a conflict.Office detentions are assigned
by the administration in compliance with the school discipline
code. Office detentions are held Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
If students fail to serve assigned administration detentions or
comply with the rules, they may be suspended from school. Office
deten-tions are from 2:50 p.m. to 3:50 p.m. Extended detentions are
from 2:50 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
THE RICHARD SEABURG LIBRARY The Library Resource Center (LRC) is
equipped with both print and non-print materials to serve the Sage
Park community. Materials are selected to both support the
curriculum and to provide students with recreational reading.AFTER
SCHOOL LIBRARY HOURSThe library is open after school until the late
bus on Wednes-days and Thursdays. Specific procedures for using the
library after school are distributed to all students at the
beginning of the school year. Each student must possess a pass from
their teacher to enter the library after school, to work on that
as-signment for that individual teacher.BORROWING POLICIESOur
school library has implemented state of the art identifica-tion
equipment to allow your student to check out books with-out using
an ID card. This new form of identification uses the finger and its
image to uniquely identify the student. The sys-tem measures many
aspects of the finger to do this, and it does not store the
fingerprint image. This form of identifica-tion is called
Biometrics, which is the measurement of human characteristics. This
is not fingerprinting. The system is one directional. The finger is
enrolled and our system takes a variable amount of measurements
based on the style of the fingerprint and places these in storage
by creating a number that represents these measurements. There is
no way to re-verse the process and to recreate a fingerprint from
this infor-mation. The measurements are only stored on two library
computers. Without the finger being placed on the reader, we have
no knowledge as to the style of the fingerprint or how many
measurements went into the matching process to cre-ate this unique
number. Your student can only be identified by placing their finger
on the reader.At the beginning of the school year, students will
bring home a letter that will allow them to opt out of the finger
enrollment. If students decide to opt out, students may verbally
give their student ID at check out in order to borrow books.
ALLERGIES/FIELD TRIPSParents/guardians of students with
life-threatening allergies should familiarize themselves with the
procedures for Manag-ing Life Threatening Food Allergies in School,
which can be found under Health Services on the Windsor Public
Schools website (www.windsorct.org). For safety reasons, students
with a known life-threatening allergy for which they have
pre-viously been prescribed medication will not be allowed to
attend field trips if they have not provided both the medication
and the Administration of Medication Order from a medical provider
to the school nurse.
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HEALTH SERVICESTwo full time nurses care for the health needs of
all the students. Students may consult them during school hours for
illness or injury. Parents/guardians will be notified of any
deviations from the normal pattern of health and sug-gestions given
for follow-up. Students must have a pass from a teacher to enter
the nurses office. Students should not come to the nurses office
until after morning an-nouncements.The school health office is
designed to provide care to students who become ill or injured
during school. Stu-dents who become ill at home should not be sent
to school. Students injured outside of school should be treated by
outside health care professionals. The school health office is not
equipped to be more than a service to student school-related
problems.In the event that a student needs to be picked up from the
nurses office, the school will attempt to reach parents/guardians
or emergency contacts by the phone numbers provided on the
emergency information sheet. Parents/guardians should keep
emergency contact information up to date and be available to pick
up students in a timely fashion.No medication can be administered
in school without a doctors order, including over-the-counter
medications. Forms for administration by school personnel and
self-administration forms are available in the nurses office and on
the Windsor Public Schools website. A new form is required each
school year. All medications must be picked up by the last day of
school by a parent/guardian or will be destroyed.Parents/guardians
should inform the nurse if a child has a serious disability so that
that information can be available to the staff. In case of illness
or injury where physical ac-tivity will be limited for an extended
time, a parent/guardian must provide a note from the doctor. The
nurse will notify the physical education staff of this
accommoda-tion. A parent/guardian may write a physical education
excuse for a single period.State mandated screening is performed in
school unless a parent/guardian provides a note excusing the
student. Vision and postural screenings are conducted in grade 6,
postural screening in grade 7, and hearing and postural screenings
in grade 8.During grade 6, a complete physical exam and updated
immunizations are required. This request will come in the mail at
the end of the fifth grade year and must be com-pleted by May 1st
of the current school year. During grade 7, students must provide
proof of completion of the Hepa-titis B series. Physical forms are
available on the Windsor Public Schools website.The school nurses
are available to parents/guardians and students for conferences
regarding health problems. For more complete information, call the
health office at (860)687-2030, ext. 1301.
PSYCHOTROPIC DRUGSSchool personnel are prohibited from
recommending the use of psychotropic drugs for any student enrolled
within the school system. School nurses, nurse practitioners,
district medical advisor, school psychologists, school so-cial
workers, and school counselors may recommend that a student be
evaluated by an appropriate medical practi-
tioner. (BOE Policy P-5141.231)
CHILD ABUSETeachers, principals, coaches of intramural or
interscho-lastic athletics, paraprofessionals and other
professional school staff including guidance counselors, social
workers and psychologists are obligated by law (C.G.S. 17a-101) to
report suspected child abuse, neglect, or if a child is placed in
imminent danger of serious harm, to the Con-necticut State
Department of Children and Family Ser-vices. Specific procedures
governing the reporting of abuse and neglect are in effect, and
staff receives training yearly in their use.Reporting of child
abuse and neglect is a responsibility which is taken seriously. If
there is any doubt about re-porting suspected abuse or neglect, a
report will be made. The school will work with the
parents/guardians and ap-propriate social agencies in all cases.
Child abuse is defined as any physical injury inflicted by other
than accidental means or injuries which are not in keeping with the
explanation given for their cause. Im-proper treatment such as
malnutrition, sexual molestation, deprivation of necessities,
emotional abuse, cruel punish-ment, or neglect are also considered
child abuse.
FOOD SERVICESWindsor School Food Service offers breakfast for
$1.75 and a complete lunch, including milk, to each student at a
cost of $2.50. Up to two meals may be charged at the discretion of
the manager. Menu items vary daily and lunch includes no less than
two hot entrees and a deli line featuring sandwiches, fruit and
yogurt cups, salads and wraps. Milk, juice, ice cream, and healthy
snacks are offered on an a la carte basis and are priced
accordingly. All charges need to be paid at the end of each week.
No meal charging after June 1st.
Windsor School Food Service uses a computerized ca-shiering
system to expedite service. Each student has a student
identification number which will stay with them until they leave
Windsor Public Schools. Deposits can be made in any denomination
for food and beverage pur-chases. Account money may only be used
for school cafeteria purchases. Refunds cannot be given. Checks
should be made payable to Windsor School Food Ser-vice and include
the students name and ID number on each check. Deposits may be made
at the time of purchase. All returned checks will incur a $25.00
service charge from Food Service in addition to any bank fees.
Online credit card deposits can be made directly into your childs
account. Visit www.mymealtime.com, set up a user ID and a password,
then click on add a student. Credit card payments incur a 4.9% fee,
however viewing is always free. Emailed low balance alerts are also
available through mymealtime.com.
Applications for free and reduced meals ($.40 lunch and $.30
breakfast) are sent home at the beginning of the school year and
are available year round in the school office. A new application
must be completed every year. Payment for meals charged starting
October 1stdue to new meal forms not being completed on time are
the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
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All Sage Park rules apply to all school activities.
Parents/guardians and students are asked to read and adhere to all
directions given by the teachers and by the school. Students must
be picked up promptly at the end of an activity that ends after
school hours.
DRILL TEAM is a precision performing group open to all students.
The team competes in area events.
ENRICHMENT CLUSTERS are after-school sessions that allow
students who share a common interest and purpose to pursue in-depth
learning, using an inductive approach in solving real world
problems.
FIELD STUDY TRIPS are enjoyable learning experiences. Students
must behave responsibly in school and on the school buses to be
eligible for trips. We are responsible for students safety on
trips, and to insure their safety we must be certain they will obey
staff directions. Team teachers determine eligibility for
trips.
GRADE 6 JAZZ BAND is open to grade 6 students with instrumental
musical talent. Participants are chosen by audition.
HOMEWORK CLUB is an after-school homework assistance program.
Certified and non-certified staff assist students three days a week
in an effort to increase student achievement.
THE HOOFBEAT is the school newspaper and an opportunity for
students to indulge interests in writ-ing, interviewing, and
photography. It is published four times during the school year.
INTERSCHOLASTICS are open to all students, and team members are
chosen via tryouts. Sports include boys soccer, girls soccer, boys
basketball, girls basketball, softball, baseball, and co-ed
track.
INTRAMURALS are open to all middle school students who are
interested in improving their athletic skills and enjoying peer
competition. Intramurals begin in September and run through the
spring, offering soccer in the fall; basketball and volleyball in
the winter; and track and softball in the spring. Each session runs
about six weeks and culminates with a championship tournament;
awards are given to the winners. Our program is a successful one
that attracts many students and is an integral part of the middle
school experience.
MATHCOUNTS provides opportunites for students to participate in
organized mathematics competitions. In 2008-2009, this club was
recog-nized as fourth in the state!
NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY is open to eighth graders who are
invited to apply for mem-bership based on their academic
achievements in grades 6 and 7. The purpose of this organization is
to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimu-late a desire to
render service, to promote worthy leadership and citizenship, and
to encourage the development of character in students of Sage Park
Middle School.
SAGE PARK PALS is a club that seeks to foster and build
friendship opportunities between students with and without
disabilities.
SCHOOL STORE is run by Student Council volunteers. It is located
outside the cafeteria. Days and times of operation will be
announced or posted.
SELECT CHOIR is open to students in grades 6, 7, and 8 with
vocal musical talent. Participants are chosen by audition.
STAGE BAND is open to students in grades 7 and 8 with
instrumental musical talent. Participants are chosen by
audition.
STUDENT COUNCIL membership is open to all students, with
representatives elected from each homeroom. Meetings are held
monthly. Special activities and projects may require more frequent
meetings.
SUMMIT ensures that all students achieve at a higher academic
level. Developed by the leader-ship team, the Summit Educational
Program (SEP) is an intervention program being offered to all Sage
Park students.
UNIFIED SPORTS provides an opportunity for stu-dents with and
without disabilities to play team sports together.
YEARBOOK STAFF produces an annual pictorial memento that
highlights students and the years activities.
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GUIDELINES FOR ACCEPTABLE USE OF COMPUTERS, NETWORKS, AND THE
INTERNET
Introduction The tools and resources provided by computing
equipment, networks, and the Internet support the goals and
objectives of Windsor Public Schools. The district supports their
use by students for productivity, information access, communication
and problem-solving. Technology provides new tools and exciting
opportunities that truly enhance teaching and learning in our
schools.
While actively supporting the use of available tools by all
students, the district also recognizes that there may be use that
is inappropriate or objectionable. Although regulations cannot
totally eliminate the possibility of such use, they can
significantly limit unacceptable utilization of equipment,
networks, and the Internet. Our intent is to maximize the
educational value of all electronic resources. These regulations
provide direction for the privilege of using these powerful
resources in ways that are effective, safe, responsible and
legal.
User Access and Explanation of Guideline Access to information
technology through the Windsor Public Schools is a privilege, not a
right. Students, parents, and staff shall be required to read the
WPS Technology Use Agreement form and sign and return the Statement
of Responsibilities.
The Windsor Public School Acceptable Use Regulations shall
govern all use of technology devices, digital resources, and
network infrastruc-ture. Because information technology is
constantly changing, not all circumstances can be anticipated or
addressed in this AUR. All users are expected to understand and
comply with both the letter and the spirit of the AUR and show good
judgment in their use of these re-sources. In Section 7, these
regulations also address topics regarding the district website
including the release of student information, work or images.
1. Regulations
A. Technology is provided for educational purposes in keeping
with the academic goals of Windsor Public Schools, and student use
for any other purpose is inappropriate.
B. The data, files, and Internet access of all students are
considered to be the property of the school district.
Administration reserves the right to access, monitor and review all
use of district computer resources, including the overriding of
passwords when neces-sary. Students should not have any expectation
of privacy in the use of district technology resources.
C. In order to ensure that technology use is effective, safe and
responsible, certain activities and behaviors are not permitted.
The following are prohibited:
1) Creating, communicating, using or knowingly accessing media
or text that are obscene, profane, pornographic, inflammatory,
harassing, threatening, bullying, degrading, defaming, harmful to
minors or promote violence or illegal activities.
2) Creating, communicating, using or knowingly accessing media
or text that are offensive because they are based on slurs or
stereotypes related to race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual
orientation or disability.
3) Creating, using, or knowingly accessing sites that are used
to post personal information or initiate personal relationships or
dating.
4) Vandalism of equipment. 5) Attempts to bypass or circumvent
Internet filtering. If a web site is blocked by the district
filter, it is not to be accessed through
other means such as proxy servers or the use of cellular
networks. 6) Attempts to disrupt the performance of equipment,
software, or networks including attempts to access any resource or
tool for
which the user is not authorized. 7) Tampering or unauthorized
modification of hardware, software, or networks including the
uploading, creation and spread of
computer viruses. 8) Tampering with data and files belonging to
or being used by others. Unauthorized access to others files is
also prohibited. 9) Installation of any programs or online services
on district computers. 10) Use of file-sharing software or networks
unless they have been set up by the district for school purposes.
11) Sharing of personal data. See Section 7 for regulations on
release of student information on the district website. 12) Making
personal plans to meet any person or persons contacted via the
Internet even if they have been part of a school
activity which involved interaction on the Internet. 13) Sharing
of passwords, using others accounts, or other activities that
compromise the security of the computer systems, in-
cluding leaving computers signed on while unattended. 14)
Intentional wasting of network resources. 15) Use of school
technology for commercial purposes or financial gain, including
selling or buying. Students should not enter
credit card or Social Security information. 16) Use or
transmission of any resource that constitutes a violation of
copyright laws as described in district copyright regulations. 17)
Use of school technology for any form of illegal behavior including
accessing dangerous information that, if acted upon, could
cause damage or danger to others. 18) Saving any files to
district computing resources for which you do not have a legal
license or that violate copyright laws.
Students are to report security or technical problems as well as
other violations of regulations to an appropriate staff member.
Students will be instructed that if they inadvertently access
objectionable materials on the Internet or other locations, they
should report this im-mediately to the staff member in charge.
Students shall not demonstrate problems to other student users.
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2. Student Disciplinary Action
As previously stated, students are expected to follow these
regulations at all times when using computers, networks, the
Internet and all district technology. Failure to follow acceptable
use regulations will lead to disciplinary action up to and
including suspension and expulsion as well as possible loss of
privileges to use technology in one or more locations within the
school for specific periods of time. Illegal activity will also be
reported to appropriate authorities.
Students who engage in misconduct using personal technology
outside of school may be subject to discipline. Any disciplinary
action shall be based upon whether the conduct is determined to be
severely disruptive of the educational process so that it markedly
inter-rupts or severely impedes day-to-day operations of the
school. In addition, such conduct must also be a violation of a
publicized school policy.
3. Bring Your Own Technology
Technology plays a large role in our students lives. Personal
devices, defined as privately owned portable electronic devices,
can enhance and enrich learning opportunities both at home and at
school. Windsor Public Schools is committed to allowing
responsible, learning-centered use of personal devices at school so
as to provide as many pathways to understanding as possible for our
stu-dents.
A) Guidelines for Use Use of personal devices during the school
day is at the discretion of teachers and staff.
The primary purpose of the use of personal devices at school is
educational.
The use of personal devices falls under the Windsor Public
Schools Acceptable Use Regulations, found in the student handbook.
Students shall make no attempts to circumvent the schools network
security and/or filtering policies. This includes setting up
proxies and downloading programs to bypass security.
Students shall not distribute pictures, audio, or video of
students or staff without their permission (distribution can be as
small as email-ing/texting one other person or as large as posting
images or video online).
Only the Internet gateway provided by the district may be
accessed while on school grounds. Personal Internet-connected
devices such as but not limited to cell phones/cell network
adapters are not permitted to be used to access outside Internet
sources at any time.
Students are required to have updated anti-virus software
running on their device. Free virus protection products are readily
available online.
Personal technology may be searched by school personnel if there
are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the search will turn up
evidence that a student has violated or is violating either the law
or the rules of the school.
There is no expectation of personal privacy in the use of
personal technology at school. The Districts information technology
staff have the ability to identify users and monitor all BYOD
devices logged on to the network.
B) School Liability Statement Students bring their devices to
use at Windsor Public Schools at their own risk. It is their duty
to be responsible in the upkeep and protection of their
devices.
Windsor Public Schools is in no way responsible for:
Personal devices that are broken while at school or during
school-sponsored activities. Personal devices that are lost or
stolen at school or during school-sponsored activities. Maintenance
or upkeep of any device (keeping it charged, installing updates or
upgrades, fixing any software or hardware issues).
Contact Information for the School Librarian: Rachel Bray Sage
Park Middle School 25 Sage Park Road Windsor, CT 06095 Telephone
(860) 687-2030, ext. 1165 Email: [email protected] A copy of the
complete AR-6340 can be found on the district web site. The link to
this document can be found at:
http://www.windsorct.org/pages/Windsor_Public_Schools/District/Technology/Acceptable_Use_Regulations_for
You may also contact Katrina Palazzolo at [email protected]
to request a copy. The acceptable use regulations adopted by the
Windsor Public Schools are in compliance with the Childrens
Internet Protection Act (CIPA).
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Sage Park Middle School Positive Behavior Incentive
Sage Park Student Mission Statement: At Sage Park Middle School,
we strive to make positive choices and to develop into good
citizens by demonstrating Respect, Responsibility, and Safety in
all areas of our school community.
1. Very Invested Person or VIP program
Program GoalThe program goal is to enhance the school climate
and student success by promoting positive choices and pro-social
behaviors.
Program FeaturesCreate opportunities to teach and practice the
universal values of RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY andSAFETY.
Provide rewards and incentives for consistent demonstration of
VIP behaviors.x Identifying wristbands for VIPsx Special privileges
for VIPs (using wristband rather than hall pass, express lunch
line, eat lunch in
the outdoor courtyard, VIP lounge during lunch, wearing a hat to
school on Fridays)
What does it take to be VIP?*Students earn VIP status by not
receiving any office referrals during a five week grading period.
(*Reminder: 3 Minor Infraction Reports = 1 Office Referral)
2. Charger Tickets
Program GoalThe goal of the program is to immediately recognize
and provide positive reinforcement to students who are
demonstrating positive choices and pro-social behaviors in any and
all areas of Sage Park Middle School.
How does the program work?When a student is observed meeting
behavior expectations, they may be given a Charger Ticket. The
student will place the ticket into a raffle box to have the chance
to earn prizes that include but are not limited to gift cards, free
choice seating at lunch, and other prize options. Raffles will be
held weekly throughout the school year.
Respectx Listen when others are talkingx Treat all others in a
positive/
polite mannerx Take care of school propertyx Follow all adult
directions
Responsibilityx Use appropriate languagex Be on timex Always do
your best workx Come prepared
Safetyx Keep hands, feet, and objects
to yourselfx Follow all school rulesx Read and understand all
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In general, Sage Park students are well behaved and exhibit
proper school behavior. In the unfortunate case that a student
chooses to commit a level one offense, a teacher administers a
Minor Infraction Report and contacts the parent/guardian. When a
student receives Three Minor Infraction Reports for any three level
one offenses, it is an automatic office referral, where an
administrator will determine a consequence based on the Sage Park
Middle School Discipline Code. For more serious misbe-havior, the
student is immediately sent to the designated administrator who
will determine a consequence based on the Code below. This
Discipline Code does not represent all actions which may require a
disciplinary response. If such a situation arises, the designated
administrator determines an appropriate consequence which may
require a disciplinary response.
Teacher Managed Referrals Infraction Cheating/Plagiarism (First
offense)
Horseplay (First offense/minor)
Use of cell phones, gaming devices, or electronic music devices
during school hours.
Disrespectful to Peer Minor Inappropriate Behavior Public
Display of Affection
Disruptive Behavior Minor Insubordination/Defiance Not following
staff requests
Tardy/Late to Class (3)
Failure to Return School Documents Obscene, Abusive/Vulgar
Language or Gesture
Teasing (First offense)
Teacher Intervention (Mandatory Phone Call Home) Conference with
Student Conference with Parent
Reteach Expectation Removal from Class
Consult Support Staff Teacher Detentions
Sage Park Middle School Discipline Code 2014-2015
Office Managed Referrals Infraction First Offense Second
Offense
Arsonsetting fire to any part of the building or grounds
5 - 10 days OSS, police notification, and possible
recommendation for expulsion
10 days OSS, police notification, and recommendation for
expulsion
Assaultcausing bodily harm or injury 5 - 10 days OSS, police
notification, and possible recommendation for expulsion
10 days OSS, police notification, and recommendation for
expulsion
Bullying 1 - 3 days ISS 2 - 3 days OSS
Cheating/Plagiarism Teacher managed Extended detention - 2 days
ISS
Computer/Internet Misuse 1 detention - 1 day ISS and/or loss of
computer privileges
2 - 3 days ISS and loss of computer privileges
Creating public disturbance (Major)
1 - 10 days OSS and police notification 5 - 10 days OSS and
police notification
Defiance (Overt)/Insubordination (Major)
Extended detention - 2 days ISS 3 days ISS
Disrespect to Staff 1 day ISS - 3 days ISS 3 - 5 days ISS
Dress Code Violation Change to appropriate clothing and parent
noti-fication and/or 1 detention
1 extended detention - 2 days ISS
Failure to Serve a Lunch/After-School Teacher Detention
1 office detention Extended detention
Failure to Serve Office Detention Extended detention 1 extended
detention - 1 day ISS
Failure to Serve Extended Detention 1 day ISS 2 days ISS
False Fire Alarm/School or Bomb Threats
10 days OSS, police notification, and recommendation for
expulsion
10 days OSS, police notification, and recommendation for
expulsion
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ISS = In School Suspension; OSS = Out of School Suspension. For
extended detention (2:50 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.) a parent/guardian must
provide transportation. For any incident of a serious or
threatening nature, the first incident may lead to a recommendation
for expulsion hearing depending on the severity of the offense.
Expulsions may be up to a period of 180 school days.
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Possession of weapons, knives, firearms on school grounds
10 days OSS, police notification, Recommendation for
expulsion
Mandatory Expulsion
Racial slurs /Abusive /vulgar language or gesture
1 - 2 days ISS 3 days ISS
Office Managed Referrals Infraction First Offense Second
Offense
Fighting/Altercation/Physical Aggression
3 - 10 days OSS and possible police notification 5 - 10 days OSS
and possible police notification
Hall Sweep 1 warning 1 detention - 1 extended detention
Harassment/Threatening 1 day ISS - 5 days OSS and police
notification 3 days ISS - 10 days OSS and police notification
Horseplay 1 detention - extended detention 1 - 3 days ISS
Inappropriate Behavior (Major)
1 detention - 1 day ISS 2 - 3 days ISS
Inciting a Fight/Instigation 1 extended detention - 2 days ISS 3
days ISS
Leaving Class Without Permission Extended detention - 1 day ISS
2 - 3 days ISS
Leaving School Without Permission 1 - 2 days ISS 3 days ISS and
possible police notification
Misbehavior in Detention 1 extended detention 1 - 2 days ISS
Misbehavior in/Removal from ISS 1 - 2 days OSS 2 - 5 days
OSS
Misuse of Recording Devices 1 detention - 1 day ISS 1 day ISS -
10 days OSS and possible expulsion
Possession or use of drugs, a controlled substance, and/or
alcohol on school grounds
5 - 10 days OSS, police notification, and possible
recommendation for expulsion
10 days OSS, police notification, and recommendation for
expulsion
Possession or use of tobacco products, lighter, matches
1 - 2 days ISS 3 days ISS
Posting of inappropriate material on social media sites which
impacts school
1 detention - 10 days OSS and possible recommendation for
expulsion
1 detention - 10 days OSS and possible recommendation for
expulsion
Sale of drugs, and/or alcohol on/off school grounds
10 days OSS, police notification, and Mandatory Expulsion
Skipping Class Extended detention 2 days ISS
Tardy/Late to Homeroom Lunch detention (3 times) Office
detention (6 times)
Teasing Teacher managed 1 extended detention - 1 day ISS
Theft 1 - 2 days ISS/restitution and possible police
notification
3 days ISS/restitution and possible police notification
Truancy 1 day ISS - police notification 2 - 3 days ISS - police
notification
Vandalism/ Destruction of personal property
1 - 3 days ISS/restitution and police notification 3 days ISS -
5 days OSS/restitution and police notification
Verbal Altercation 1 detention - 2 days ISS 3 days ISS
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SAFE SCHOOL CLIMATE PLAN
The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a physically,
emotionally, and intellectually safe educational environment free
from bullying, harassment, and discrimi-nation. In order to foster
an atmosphere conducive to learning, the Board has developed the
following Safe School Climate Plan, consistent with state law and
Board Policy. This plan represents a comprehensive approach to
addressing bullying and cyberbullying, and it sets forth the Boards
expectations for creating a positive school climate and thus
preventing as well as intervening and respond-ing to incidents of
bullying.
Bullying behavior is strictly prohibited, and students who are
determined to have engaged in such behavior are subject to
disciplinary action, which may include suspen-sion or expulsion
from school. The districts commitment to addressing bullying
behavior, however, involves a multi-faceted approach, which
includes education and the pro-motion of a positive school climate
in which bullying will not be tolerated by students or school
staff.
I. Prohibition Against Bullying and Retaliation
A. The Board expressly prohibits any form of bullying behavior
on school grounds; at school-sponsored or school-related
activities, functions, or programs whether on or off school
grounds; at a school bus stop; on a school bus or other vehicle
owned, leased, or used by a local or regional Board of Education;
or through the use of an electronic device or an electronic mobile
device owned, leased, or used by the Board of Education.
B. The Board also prohibits any form of bullying behavior
outside of the school setting if such bullying (i) creates a
hostile environment at school for the student against whom such
bullying was directed; (ii) infringes on the rights of the student
against whom such bullying was di-rected at school; or (iii)
substantially disrupts the educa-tion process or the orderly
operation of the school.
C. In addition to prohibiting student acts which constitute
bullying, the Board also prohibits discrimination and/or
retaliation against an individual who reports or assists in the
investigation of an act of bullying.
D. Students who engage in bullying behavior in violation of
Board Policy and the Safe School Climate Plan shall be subject to
school discipline, up to and including expulsion, in accordance
with the Board's policies on student disci-pline, suspension and
expulsion, as consistent with state and federal law.
II. Definitions
Bullying means the repeated use by one or more stu-dents of a
written, oral, or electronic communication such as cyberbullying,
or a physical act or gesture directed at another student attending
school in the same district that:
1. Causes physical or emotional harm to such student ordamage to
such students property;2. Places such student in reasonable fear,
whether of harm to himself or herself or of damage to his or her
prop-erty;3. Creates a hostile environment at school for such
student;4. Infringes on the rights of such student at school; 5.
Substantially disrupts the education process or the or-derly
operation of the school.
Bullying shall include but not be limited to: written, verbal,
or electronic communication, or physical act or gesture, based on
any actual or perceived differentiating charac-teristics such as
race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status,
academic status, physical appearance, or mental, physical,
developmental or sensory disability; or by association with an
individual or group who has or is perceived to have one or more of
such characteristics.
III. Other Definitions
Cyberbullying means any act of bullying through the use of the
Internet, interactive and digital technologies, cellular mobile
telephone, or other mobile electronic de-vices or any electronic
communications.
Electronic communication means any transfer of signs, signals,
writing, images, sounds, data or intelli-gence of any nature
transmitted in whole or in part by a wire, radio, electromagnetic,
photo electronic or photo-optical system.
Hostile environment means a situation in which bully-ing among
students is sufficiently severe or pervasive to alter the
conditions of the school climate.
Mobile electronic device means any handheld or other portable
electronic equipment capable of providing data communication
between two or more individuals, including but not limited to: a
text messaging device; a paging device; a personal digital
assistant; a laptop com-puter; equipment that is capable of playing
a video game or a digital video disk; or equipment on which digital
im-ages are taken and/or transmitted.
Outside of the school setting means at a location, activity, or
program that is not school related; or through the use of an
electronic device or a mobile electronic de-vice that is not owned,
leased, or used by a local or re-gional Board of Education.
Prevention and intervention strategy may include but is not
limited to: (1) implementation of Positive Behavioral Intervention
and Supports (PBIS) process or another evi-dence-based model
approach for a safe school climate or for the prevention of
bullying; (2) school rules prohibiting bullying, harassment, and
intimidation and establishing appropriate consequences for those
who engage in such
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acts; (3) adequate adult supervision of outdoor areas, hallways,
the lunchroom, and other specific areas where bullying is likely to
occur; (4) inclusion of grade-appropriate bullying education and
prevention curricula in kindergarten through high school; (4)
individual interven-tions with the bully, parents/guardians, and
school em-ployees, as well as interventions with the bullied child,
parents/guardians and school employees; (5) school-wide training
related to safe school climate; (6) student peer training,
education, and support; and (7) promotion of parent/guardian
involvement in bullying prevention through individual or team
participation in meetings, train-ings, and interventions.
School climate means the quality and character of school life
with particular focus on the quality of the rela-tionships within
the school community between and among students and adults.
School employee means (1) a teacher, substitute teacher, school
administrator, school superintendent, guidance counselor,
psychologist, social worker, nurse, physician, school
paraprofessional, or coach employed by the local or regional Board
of Education or working in a public elementary, middle, or high
school; or (2) any other individual who, in the performance of his
or her duties, has regular contact with students and who provides
ser-vices to or on behalf of students enrolled in a public
ele-mentary, middle, or high school, pursuant to a contract with
the local or regional Board of Education.
School-sponsored activity shall mean any activity conducted on
or off school property (including school buses and other
school-related vehicles) that is spon-sored, recognized, or
authorized by the Board of Educa-tion.
Safe School Climate Specialist
The principal of each school (or principals designee) shall
serve as the Safe School Climate Specialist. The Safe School
Climate Specialist shall investigate or supervise the investigation
of reported acts of bullying and act as the primary school official
responsible for preventing, identifying, and responding to reports
of bullying in the school.
IV. Development and Review of Safe School Climate Plan
The principal of each school shall establish a committee or
designate at least one existing committee in the school to be
responsible for developing and fostering a safe school climate and
addressing issues relating to bullying in the school. Such
committee shall include at least one parent/guardian of a student
enrolled in the school, as appointed by the school principal.
The committee shall: 1) receive copies of completed re-ports
following bullying investigations; 2) identify and ad-dress
patterns of bullying among students in the school; 3) review and
amend school policies related to bullying; 4)
review and make recommendations to the coordinator regard-ing
the Safe School Climate Plan based on issues and ex-periences
specific to the school; 5) educate students, school employees, and
parents/guardians on issues relating to bully-ing; 6) collaborate
with the coordinator in the collection of data regarding bullying;
and 7) perform any other duties as determined by the principal that
are related to the prevention, identification, and response to
school bullying.
V. Procedures for Reporting and Investigating Com-plaints of
Bullying
A. Students and parents/guardians may file written reports of
bullying. Written reports of bullying shall be reasonably spe-cific
as to the basis for the report, including the time and place of the
alleged conduct, the number of incidents, the target of the
suspected bullying, and the names of potential witnesses. Reports
may be filed with any building administra-tor.
B. Students may make anonymous reports of bullying to any school
employee. Students may also request anonymity when making a report,
even if the students identity is known to the school employee. In
cases where a student requests anonymity, the Safe School Climate
Specialist or his/her des-ignee shall meet with the student (if the
students identity is known) to review the request for anonymity and
discuss the impact that maintaining the anonymity of the
complainant may have on the investigation and on any possible
remedial action. All anonymous complaints shall be reviewed, and
reasonable action will be taken to address the situation. The
extent such action may be taken will not disclose the source of the
complaint and will be consistent with the due process rights of the
student(s) alleged to have committed acts of bullying. No
disciplinary action shall be taken solely on the basis of an
anonymous complaint.
C. School employees who witness acts of bullying or receive
reports of bullying shall orally notify the Safe School Climate
Specialist, or another school administrator if the Safe School
Climate Specialist is unavailable, no later than one (1) school day
after such school employee witnesses or re-ceives a report of
bullying. The school employee shall then file a written report no
later than two (2) school days aftermaking such oral report.
D. The Safe School Specialist shall be responsible for
review-ing any anonymous reports of bullying and shall investigate
or supervise the investigation of all reports of bullying to ensure
that such investigation is completed promptly after receipt of any
written reports. In order to allow the district to adequately
investigate complaints filed by a student or parent/guardian, the
parent/guardian of the student suspected of being bullied should be
asked to provide consent to permit the release of that students
name in connection with the investigation proc-ess, unless the
student and/or his or her parent/guardian has requested
anonymity.
E. In investigating reports of bullying, the Safe School Climate
Specialist or designee will consider all available information
known, including the nature of the allegations and the ages of the
students involved. The Safe School Climate Specialist will
interview witnesses, as necessary, reminding the alleged
perpetrator and other parties that retaliation is strictly
prohib-
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F. If the allegations of bullying involve acts that may also
constitute unlawful harassment based upon a students race, color,
national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or
gender identity or expression, the investiga-tor shall notify the
districts Title IX Coordinator.
VI. Responding to Verified Acts of Bullying
A. Following investigation, if acts of bullying are verified
then the Safe School Climate Specialist or designee shall notify
the parents/guardians of the student(s) against whom such acts were
directed as well as the parents/guardians of the student(s) who
commit such acts of bul-lying of the finding no later than
forty-eight (48) hours after the investigation is completed. This
notification shall include a description of the schools response to
the acts of bullying. In providing such notification, however, care
must be taken to respect the statutory privacy rights of other
student(s), including the perpetrator of such bully-ing. The
specific disciplinary consequences imposed on the perpetrator, or
personally identifiable information about a student other than the
parent/guardians own child, may not be disclosed except as provided
by law.
B. In any instance in which bullying is verified, the Safe
School Climate Specialist or designee shall also invite the
parents/guardians of the student(s) who commits any verified act of
bullying and the parents/guardian of the student(s) against whom
such act was directed to a meet-ing to communicate the measures
being taken by the school to ensure the safety of the
student(s)/victim(s) and to prevent further acts of bullying. The
invitation may be made simultaneous with the notification described
above in Section A., as it must include a description of the
schools response to such acts, along with consequences, as
appropriate. Normally, separate meetings shall be held with the
respective parents/guardians; however, at the discretion of the
Safe School Climate Specialist and with written consent of the
parents/guardians involved, the meeting(s) may be held jointly.
C. If bullying is verified, the Safe School Climate Special-ist
or designee shall develop a student safety support plan for any
student against whom an act of bullying was di-rected. Such support
plan will include safety measures to protect against further acts
of bullying.
D. A specific written intervention plan shall be developed to
address repeated incidents of bullying against a single individual
or recurrently perpetrated bullying incidents by the same
individual. The written intervention plan may include counseling,
discipline, and other appropriate re-medial actions as determined
by the Safe School Climate Specialist or designee, and it may also
incorporate a stu-dent safety support plan, as appropriate.
E. Notice to Law Enforcement
If the principal of a school (or his/her designee) reasona-bly
believes that any act of bullying constitutes a criminal offense,
he/she shall notify appropriate law enforcement.
Notice shall be consistent with the Boards obligations under
state and federal law and Board policy regarding the disclosure of
personally identifiable student informa-tion. In making this
determination, the principal or his/her designee may consult with
the school resource officer, if any, and other individuals the
principal or designee deems appropriate.
If a bullying complaint raises concern about discrimination or
harassment on the basis of a legally protected classifi-cations
(such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, age, disability or gender identity or expression), the
Safe School Climate Specialist or desig-nee shall also coordinate
any investigation with other per-sonnel within the district as
appropriate (e.g. Title IXAsst. Superintendent of Human Resources,
Director of Pupil Services etc.)
Improving School Climate
Each school in the district has developed a School Im-provement
Plan, which includes a section on school cul-ture. Within that
section, schools have identified their work in implementing
Positive Behavioral and Intervention Sup-ports (PBIS), which is a
district-wide initiative to address school climate. PBIS works to
increase positive student behaviors and reduce disciplinary
referrals. All schools also have in place student assistance teams
(SATs) to help address student-specific academic and behavioral
concerns. Additionally, each school analyzes student be-havior
referrals to determine types of behaviors that are frequent and to
identify and implement strategies to teach proactive behaviors to
students. This is done by class-room lessons at the elementary
level, as part of develop-mental guidance lessons at Sage Park, and
during advi-sory periods at the high school level. School climate
sur-veys will be distributed to all parents/guardians, staff, and
students at each school during the 2014-2015 school year and
thereafter every two years. These surveys will be compiled and
analyzed by the school, and the data gath-ered will be used to
inform current practices and revise those practices based on the
findings of the surveys. Na-tional School Climate Standards
provided by the State Department of Education will be utilized to
help inform each schools plan and the strategies developed and
im-plemented as part of the school improvement.
The entire School Climate Plan can be found on the dis-trict
website at http://bit.ly/1qkNuK7, under Bullying Pre-vention and
Intervention Policy (P-AR-5131.911).
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