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Deer Isle - Stonington Elementary School
249 North Deer Isle Road
Deer Isle, ME 04627
Phone (207) 348-6301
Fax: (207) 348-6304

Mark Hurvitt
Principal

Mike Hammer
Assistant Principal



August 2002


Dear Parent,

The purpose of this handbook is to assist Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School parents to understand our school rules, policies, and procedures.

Please take some time to read this handbook with your son/daughter, then sign and return the internet use policy and the student safety pledge by September 6th, 2002.

We have tried to align our school procedures with CSD 13 school board policy. If there is still a conflict between our procedures and board policy, board policy will rule. School policy is developed and revised by the CSD School Committee. The Committee welcomes public comments on policy.

Welcome to school year 2002-03! We are going to have our best school year ever. Check out our school web site at www.angelfire.com/me4/dises.

Sincerely,


Mark Hurvitt
Principal



Deer Isle - Stonington
Elementary School













Student Handbook
2002-03

“It takes a whole community to educate a child.”







TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION I STAFF DIRECTORY Pages 1 and 2
SECTION II DAILY SCHEDULE AND ROUTINES Pages 3-6
Affirmative Action Page 3
Articles Prohibited at School Page 3
Athletics-Grade Checks Page 3
Attendance Pages 3 and 4
Attendance-Tardiness Page 4
Attendance-Leave for Personal & Educational Reasons Page 4
Breakfast/Lunch Program Page 5
Cancellation/Early Dismissal Page 5
Daily Bell Schedule Page 5
Destruction of School Property Page 6
Dress Code Page 6
Hall Passes Page 6
SECTION III DETAILS OF SCHOOL LIFE Pages 7-15
Behavior Expectations Pages 7, 8 and 8a
Book Clubs Page 9
Co-Curricular Activities Page 9
Dance Rules Page 9
Extra Help Page 10
Field Trips Page 10
Fire Drills Page 10
Homework Page 10
Homework-Middle Level Procedure Page 10
Honor Roll Page 11
Involvement of Law Enforcement Authorities Page 11
Library Page 11
Lost and Found Page 11
Office Detention Page 11
Playground Rules Page 12
Parking in Front of the School Page 13
Report Cards/Progress Reports Page 13
Request for Teacher Page 13
Responsive Classroom Page 13
Reviewing School Records Page 13
School Photos Page 13
Standardized Testing Page 13
Student Interrogations/Searches Page 14
Student Transfer Page 14
Telephone Use Page 14
Walking to and from the High School Page 14
Who Do I Call With a Question or Concern? Page 15
SECTION IV HEALTH POLICIES & PROCEDURES Pages 16-18
Accidents Page 16
Communicable Diseases Page 16
Department of Human Services Reporting Page 16
School Insurance Page 16
School Nurse & Health Coordinator Page 16
Medication Policy Page 17
Help Numbers/Crisis/Emergencies Page 18
SECTION V PARENT/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Page 19
Parent Conferences Page 19
Visitors to the School Page 19
SECTION VI PARENT GOALS Pages 20-21
Parents Can Make a Difference Page 20
Parents as Partners in Education Page 21
SECTION VII SELECTED POLICIES * Pages 22-52
Affirmative Action Students Page 22
Asbestos Notification Page 23
Attendance Pages 24-26
Co-Curricular Handbook/Code Pages 27-31
Community Concerns Page 32
Courtesy & Civility Page 33
Harassment of Students Page 34
Hazing Page 36
School Sponsored Fundraising Page 37
Smoking Page 38
Student Computer and Internet Use Page 39
Student Records Pages 40-43
Transportation Pages 44-49
Weapons/Violence in Schools Pages 50 and 51
Bomb Threats Pages 52-54
SECTION VIII SCHOOL CALENDAR Page 55
* Note: The full policy manuel is available in the school office.


Section I
DEER ISLE-STONINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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Telephone: 348-6301

STAFF DIRECTORY
2002-03


 
Section I
DEER ISLE-STONINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
http://www.angelfire.com/me4/dises
Telephone: 348-6301
STAFF DIRECTORY
2002-03
PRINCIPAL Mark Hurvitt 374-3772 (home)
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Mike Hammer
ADMIN. ASSISTANTS Lynnette Grindle, Bobbi Billings
KINDERGARTEN Darlene Allen, Lucy Astbury
GRADE 1 Sharon McGuffie, Rosalene Thompson
GRADE 2 Arlene Roberts, Beth Lane
GRADE 3 Judy Rhodes, Tasha Brown
GRADE 4 Debbie Greenlaw, Torri Weed
GRADE 5 Linda Weed, Linda Graceffa
MIDDLE LEVEL Sharon Cale, Ken Lantz, Kendall McGuffie, Muriel Moyers,Mary Rees-Nutter, Dawn Robbins
ART Penny Plumb, Jackie Wilson
THEATRE DIRECTOR Nelson Monteith
COMPUTER Anne Douglass
CUSTODIANS Ricky Eaton, Jerry Hutchinson, Gene Roskom
ED TECHS Dawn Nault, Sally Dunham, Chris Carter,
Kathy Turner,Josephine Sullivan, Katrina Boyce,
Amy Billings, Kimberly Lord
ENRICHMENT Anne Stuart
FRENCH Marcel Bastide
GUIDANCE Rebecca Pappas-Jones, Hector Sapien,
Priscilla Heslin
HEALTH COORDINATOR Kathy Teel
INSTRUMENTAL &
VOCAL MUSIC Ellen Lamerson
KITCHEN Linda McCauley, Rosalie Jones, Tammy Powers
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LIBRARIAN Susan Guilford
MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR Ken Keen
NURSE Lisa Theoharidis
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Donna Foster
PHYSICAL ED. Dana McGraw
READING Clara Stone, Karen Billings, Jane Greenlaw
REMEDIAL MATH Sally Foley
SPECIAL EDUCATION Debby Chappell, Tom Dean, Julie Davis,  
Paula Greatorex, Sally Aman, Dorothy Conte
SPEECH/LANGUAGE Susan Steed
SUPERINTENDENT Robert Webster 348-7777
ASS'T SUPERINTENDENT Bruce Ives 348-7777
SPECIAL ED SERVICE DIRECTOR& AFFIRMATIVE ACTION OFFICER Warren Berkowitz 348-7777



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Section II


II. DAILY SCHEDULE AND ROUTINES


Student Goal: WE RESPECT EACH OTHER

1. We touch only with our eyes all that is not ours.
  We ask before borrowing.
  We share.
  We give things back in the same condition we borrowed them
   
2. We let others work without interrupting.
   
3. We use words to solve problems and express our feelings.
  We don't hurt bodies or feelings.
   
4. We take turns.
  We raise our hands and wait to be called on
   
5. We remember to say, " Hello, good-bye, thank you, please, excuse me ".
   
6 We care for our classroom and our school.
  We help pick up, clean up and throw trash in the cans.
  We keep our desks neat and clean of marks.
  We use our supplies and equipment carefully.
   



AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
Warren Berkowitz is the Union 76 Affirmative Action Officer. If you have an affirmative action question or complaint, please contact him by calling 348-7777.

ARTICLES PROHIBITED AT SCHOOL

Walkmen, and specifically electronic games, have been a problem in the past. They are allowed on the bus, but are not permitted at school. If a student chooses to bring a walkman or electronic game to school, it MUST be left in his/her backpack and not brought in to the classroom. If the device is removed from the student's backpack while at school, it will be confiscated for one week and will be stored in the school office. These devices can be extremely distracting at school.

ATHLETIC-GRADE CHECKS
Middle level students who have been temporally suspended from co-curricular activities due to a failing grade, will have their grade status reviewed within a two day period, once grades have been turned in to the office. Students will be notified of their new co-curricular status if they are seeking reinstatement to a team.

ATTENDANCE
On days when school is in session attendance is compulsory under state law. Regular school attendance enhances the learning process. In the interests of school and parent cooperation, it is expected that on days when a student is absent, the parent will notify the school secretary prior to 9:00 a.m. at 348-6301. If parents are requesting missed school work for their child, they must also call before 9:00 a.m., to allow their child's teacher ample time to get work together for pick up at the end of the day. Absences from school can only be excused by parents or guardians, in writing, within two days following the student's return to school. A total of ten absences are the maximum allowed each semester. A student is required to be in the classroom 78 days per semester. This standard applies to all absences, whether excused or unexcused. The CSD Attendance Policy at the back of the handbook lists the type of absences which can be excused. Please take the time to read the policy.

3.


ATTENDANCE-TARDINESS
In the CSD Attendance Policy, there is no section addressing tardiness. In 2001-02, we found that persistent tardiness was a matter of serious concern. School begins promptly at 8:00 with the bell. It is also the start of morning meeting for everyone. Chimes ring at 7:57 a.m. to warn students and staff that 8:00 is approaching and that they need to be in their morning meeting room.

Being on time is a life skill important to each student's future. The parents have the responsibility to teach the importance of this skill while the school has the responsibility to protect the instructional time it provides. Tardiness of individual students interrupts instructional time. Promptness to class protects the teacher's right to begin the instruction of all students on time. A child who is tardy misses the setting of the tone and context for the day. This has significant implications for learning readiness, as well as for the sense of belonging to the classroom community. The late student needs to have instructions, presentations and explanations repeated and this hinders instructional efficiency.

Thus, in 2002-03, students will be granted two excused tardies. On the third tardy and during all subsequent tardies, they will be assigned an office detention or lose a recess for that day. The principal or assistant principal will call the child's parent.

Requesting leave for personal reasons - To request a planned absence for personal reasons, a parent must submit a written request for approval from administration at least five (5) school days prior to the date (s) of absence. All school work must be acquired prior to departure of the student and is due upon the student's return to school.

Requesting leave for educational reasons -To request a planned absence for educational reasons, a parent must submit a written request for Administrative approval at least six (6) weeks prior to the date(s) of absence. This request must include: A. an explanation as to the educational value of the trip; B. specific goals that the student will achieve while traveling; C. activities which will occur to meet those goals; and D. documentation of the merits of the trip in light of these goals. All school work must be acquired prior to departure of the student and is due upon the student's return to school.

Illness/outside recesses-
Children who are sick should not be in school for their own health and for the health of the other children and staff. Therefore, when your child returns to school after an illness, he/she will be expected to go out for all recesses, unless a doctor's note is sent into school. There are no exception to this rule. All children are expected to go outside for recess unless it is too wet or the wind chill is below zero. Parents are encouraged to contact the classroom teacher or the principal if they cannot afford to provide boots, sneakers or other clothing. We will help you get those items.


4.


BREAKFAST / LUNCH PROGRAM
A breakfast and lunch program is provided for all children attending the CSD schools. Free and reduced priced meals are provided for families that qualify. To apply for free or reduced breakfast and lunch you must complete the form sent home at the beginning of the school year. Send the form back to school as soon as possible because full price is charged for meals until you are notified that you are eligible. If you need help or have questions about the form, please call the school office. You may apply at any time during the year.

Full price breakfast $1.00
Reduced breakfast 30¢
Full price lunch $ 1.50
Reduced lunch 40¢
White milk 25¢


Menus will be sent home bi-weekly, as part of the school newsletter and they are also published in the local paper each week. Breakfasts and lunches may not be charged except in emergencies. All students (including those who get free and reduced meals) are asked to get their paperwork and money in to the kitchen on Mondays or the first day of the school week, however lunches may be bought any morning until recess. Please make checks payable to: DISES School Lunch Program. Students bringing a cold lunch from home may purchase milk during their lunch time.

CANCELLATION/EARLY DISMISSAL
Announcements of no school because of inclement weather will take place between 6:00-6:30 a.m. When school has to be canceled for any reason, you will be able to get this information by listening to any of the following radio or TV stations:

KISS 94
94.5
FOX
104.7
Channel 2 TV
WLBZ
Channel 5 TV
WABI

Also, on days when school is called off early due to snow or an emergency, our Volunteer Parent Calling Network will begin notifying parents as soon as the decision to cancel school is made. For this reason, it is imperative that emergency cards be kept updated. Parents who will not be home should have a back-up plan for their child which has been communicated to the classroom teacher and has been rehearsed/discussed with your child. Announcements of early dismissal will also be on the radio. Parents picking up their child must report to the school office and sign children out accordingly.

DAILY SCHEDULE
   
7:45-8:00 BREAKFAST
7:45 BUSES ARRIVE
7:58 PLEDGE
8:00 - 8:25 K-8 ATTENDANCE AND MORNING MEETING
2:40 DISMISSAL BELL




RECESSES
LUNCHES
10:07-10:22 K-2 11:38-12:03 K-2
10:22-10:37 3-5 12:03-12:23 3-4
11:43-12:03 3-4 12:23-12:43 5-6
12:03-12:23 K-2 12:43-1:03 7-8
12:23-12:43 7-8    
12:43-1:03 5-6    
 

5.

.DESTRUCTION OF SCHOOL PROPERTY
Students who willfully damage any school owned property or other students' property will be expected to pay for the repair or replacement of the property.

DRESS CODE
The purpose of the student dress code is to ensure a clean, safe, positive environment. Any clothing which disrupts the educational process and/or detracts from a positive school climate is not allowed in our school. While some specifics are mentioned in these guidelines, the principal and assistant principal ultimately have the authority to judge student dress and their appropriateness in the school environment. All students are expected to follow the dress code. Parents may be called at home or work if a student is not properly dressed for school. Students may also be subjected to disciplinary action including, but not limited to, detention and suspension.

1. Clothing must be clean, neat and in good repair.
2. Clothing with words, symbols or pictures that promote the use of drugs, alcohol or tobacco is not permitted.
3. Clothing may not have obscene or suggestive language or pictures on it.
4. Students must have and wear coats and boots when the weather is cold, snowy or muddy. Children must have a pair of shoes to wear in the classroom on days when boots are needed.
5. Students must wear sneakers for physical education class.
6. Shorts will not be worn to school after November 1st or before April 1st.
7. Hats and bandannas which cover children's heads may not be worn in school. Bandanas which are folded in to headbands are permissible.
8. Tops that are short and therefore expose the midriff, are not permitted.
9. Swimsuits and pajamas are not permitted.
10. Clothing that allows any part of your underwear to show is not permitted.
11. Dresses or tops with "spaghetti straps" are not permitted.


Using these guidelines, Administration will decide what is and is not appropriate school attire.

HALL PASSES
Hall passes will be issued to students who have permission to be in the hallway for any reason other than going to lunch, recess, or a special with his/her class.




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Section III


DETAILS OF SCHOOL LIFE
Student Goal: LEARNING CAN BE FUN

1. We come to school prepared.
  We remember to bring homework, signed papers, materials and breakfast/lunch money.
   
2. We listen so we know what to do.
  We ask questions if we don't understand.
   
3. We follow directions.
  We ask questions if we don't understand.
   
4. We help others and ask for help.


Deer Isle - Stonington CSD
K-12 Behavior Plan

A discipline committee has been formed comprised of community members, school board members, staff, students and administration. This K-12 Behavior Plan will be formalized by the discipline committee during the first part of the school year and a final copy will be made available to you. In order to assist students in becoming responsible and involved citizens and to protect the rights of others to learn and to teach, we have established the following guiding principles:

I am responsible for my own behavior by:


CODE OF CONDUCT

Deer Isle - Stonington Schools strive to provide a safe and supportive environment in which all students have the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential. We recognize the need to foster independence, individuality, self-discipline and responsibility. To these ends, students and staff are challenged to:



SCHOOL/COMMUNITY EXPECTATIONS

We believe that all members of our school and the larger community should conduct themselves in a manner that promotes a positive environment of cooperation and tolerance. The students, staff and community are responsible for modeling appropriate conduct at any time they are involved in a school related event, whether at home or away. We believe that each student has the right to enter school and move about freely without any form of harassment from another person. Any act or conduct that threatens the health and safety (physical, social, emotional or intellectual) of others or that interferes with the process of learning and teaching is unacceptable. We believe that behavioral consequences should be natural and logical as much as possible. (Example: if a student mishandles food in the cafeteria, the privilege of using the cafeteria will be forfeited).

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Behavior Levels and Consequences Grades K-8
Inappropriate behavior is divided into two categories: Level One and Level Two. Level One behaviors for grades K-8 that interfere with the orderly learning environment of the school, classroom, or common areas (cafeteria, hallways, bathrooms, school grounds) will be dealt with by the classroom teacher/supervising staff.


A. Level One Behaviors


B. Level One Consequences

For K-8 students, the consequences of Level One behaviors may include but are not limited to:

1. Discussion of the inappropriate behavior with the student.
2. Development of strategies to improve the behavior.
3. Denial of privileges (time out, loss of one or more recesses).
4. Time outside the classroom.
5. Communication with the parent by phone, memo or conference.
6. Teacher detention
7. Student-parent-teacher conference with or without the principal or assistant principal.

For Grades K-8, documentation of Level One behaviors will occur with the completion of behavior slips by the reporting staff member. Consequences may include the loss of recess or after school detention with the reporting staff member. For repeat incidents of level one behaviors involving the same staff member, and when an attempt to make contact with the home has been made, the student will be referred to the office for placement on the ladder at the discretion of the principal or assistant principal.

C. Level Two Behaviors

Behaviors in the classroom, common areas, co-curricular activities or at school sponsored events that seriously interfere with the educational process or that endanger the immediate health, safety, and personal well being of students and adults will be referred to the principal or assistant principal.

Level Two behaviors include but are not limited to:


8.


Level Two behaviors will result in the teacher writing a behavior slip that will be referred to the principal or assistant principal who will determine the Level Two consequence. Continuing Level One behaviors will be considered Level Two and referred to the principal or assistant principal.

For grades K-8, when a student exhibits a Level Two behavior, he or she will be placed on the behavior ladder at the principal’s or assistant principal’s discretion. After one week without receiving another slip the student will move one step down the ladder.


D. Level Two Consequences

The consequences of Level Two behaviors for K-8 students may include but are not limited to:
1. Ongoing parent-teacher communication (behavior logs, daily calls, etc.)
2. Denial of privileges.
3. Multiple office detentions.
4. Meet with parents, teachers, and/or student to develop a behavior plan.
5. Child sent home for the remainder of the day.
6. In school suspension
7. Out of school suspension.
8. Suspension and a meeting with the Superintendent for an alternative contract or behavior plan.


At the principal’s or assistant principal’s discretion, he may also require a behavioral contract and/or additional support services agreed upon by the parent and the administration.

E. Ladder of Responsibility

Placement is at the discretion of the principal or assistant principal.

Step 1 Loss of privileges, communication home
Step 2 Office detention, communication home.
Step 3 Multiple office detentions, detention form, communication home.
Step 4 Multiple office detentions, meeting with student, principal, teachers, and guidance counselor, action plan established, communication home.
Step 5 Suspension (in or out of school), communication home.
Step 6 Suspension (in or out of school), meeting with parent, and all involved parties before returning to school.
Step 7 Suspension, meeting with the superintendent or assistant superintendent.
Step 8 Referral to the CSD School Board.

8a.



BOOK CLUBS
Your child may bring home book order forms which allow him/her to purchase books at reasonable prices. Your child is under no obligation to purchase these books. Occasionally your child's teacher may send home book club slips to join a book club or learning program. Often these clubs offer free prizes to the classroom just for the return of the slips - even if they all say "no". You have no obligation to purchase anything, but you are encouraged to return the slips signed and checked "no" so your child's class can be eligible for the prizes.

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Participation in these activities can be an important part of each student's total educational program. We strongly recommend your involvement. Students must maintain academic and behavior standards to continue their participation. A copy of the Co-Curricular Policy is included at the back of this handbook. A copy of each signed Co-Curricular Activities Policy will be placed on file by Athletic Director, Mike Hammer. Serious or persistent violations will result in co-curricular activity ineligibility and/or other disciplinary action.

The following activities are offered at our school; Writer's Rocket, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Cheering, French, and Drama. Their purpose is to offer students additional learning experiences to supplement academic growth.

DANCE RULES

Dances at our school must be held in accordance with school policy. Specifically, if a dance is advertised for grades
6 - 8 the following rules shall apply:


9.

EXTRA HELP
Children may seek extra help from their teachers if they do not understand an assignment, if the work is too difficult, or if they have been absent and have missed assignments and class discussions. Extra help from the teacher may take place before or after school or at a time convenient during the school day.

A teacher may request a student stay after school if the child is having difficulty with his/her school work. When that request is made, parents will be notified in advance and are expected to provide their child's transportation home.

FIELD TRIPS
Field trips are considered to be an extension of our school curriculum. The expectations for behavior on a field trip are identical to those expectations for behavior at school. All students are representatives of the school and our communities. Written permission slips will be sent home to be signed and returned to the classroom teacher for each off-island field trip. A blanket permission slip will be sent home to be signed and returned to school for all field trips during this school year which will be on the island.

Children on the behavior ladder may be in jeopardy of losing field trip privileges. Administration will notify parents in this instance.

FIRE DRILLS
Fire drills at regular intervals are required by law and are an important safety precaution. It is also the law that when the fire alarm sounds, everyone immediately leave the building by the nearest exit. Students must remain outside the building until a verbal signal is given by administration to return inside. Each staff member will review the fire exits and routes with their students at the beginning of the school year.

HOMEWORK
Homework assignments are given by classroom teachers regularly. Students are required to complete these assignments outside of classroom time. According to the CSD Homework Policy, homework may be given to all students in grades 3-12. Assignments should be given as a continuation and reinforcement of classroom work. Students in grades 3-4 should have a maximum homework time of 30 minutes per day. Students in grade 5 can expect up to 45 minutes per day of homework. Middle level students should expect homework time to not exceed 90 minutes daily. In addition, grade level teams may develop their own homework procedures and expectations which will be communicated home to parents at the beginning of the school year. Middle level students attending extra curricular activities which have an early dismissal from school are expected to make every reasonable effort to get homework turned in to the teachers that the students will not be seeing due to the early dismissal.

HOMEWORK-MIDDLE LEVEL PROCEDURE
The following common homework policy for grades 6-8 has been established:

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HONOR ROLL
Students in grades 5 - 8 are eligible to make the Honor Roll. Honor Roll students will be recognized in school newsletters, as well as in local publications. The Grading & Honor Roll policy is included in the back of this handbook.
6-8 Grading Scale 3-5 Grading Scale
A 93-100 A 90-100
B 85-92 B 80-89
C 76-84 C 70-79
D 70-75 D 60-69
F Below 70 F Below 60
Grades 6-8 Honor Roll
Honors with Highest Distinction: a grade of 93 or higher in each class.
Honors with Distinction: an average of 93 in all classes with no grade below an 85.
Honors: an average of 85 in all classes with no grade below an 80
(No incompletes allowed; a numerical grade must be recorded in at least five subjects.)
Grade 5 Honor Roll
All A's
A's and B's
All B's

INVOLVEMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES
Administration have the authority to request assistance by law enforcement authorities at their own discretion depending upon the circumstances of each situation.

LIBRARY


LOST AND FOUND
There is a "Lost and Found" area as you enter the front middle school stairwell. Children losing or misplacing articles should check this area first. When articles are lost on the bus, students should check with the bus driver. If you are in the building, please check this area from time to time, you might find some of your child's belongings.

OFFICE DETENTION
Office detention runs from 2:40 - 3:40 Monday through Friday. Students issued an office detention must serve it within a 48 hour period of time. There will be no concessions made for extra curricular activities. Parents will always be notified when their child receives an office detention. Students are expected to bring appropriate school work, arrive on time, sit quietly and calmly. If the above expectations are not met, the student will be assigned another detention.



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Playground Rules

General
Play safely.
Students should be respectful at all times.
Follow the directions of any adults/.
Pushing, shoving, or fighting (including play fighting) is not permitted.
Us appropriate language at all times.

Keep the playground clean. Use trashcans.
When the bell rings, students should quickly and quietly line up.
Enter the building in a quiet, orderly manner.
Snacks must be eaten near a trashcan; no snacks will be brought back into the building and eaten.
Chasing is not allowed for K-2 students.
School balls are the only things that should be thrown. (NO SNOWBALLS)

For indoor recess, students should remain in their classrooms and engage in calm activities such as reading, drawing, board games, computer use or quiet talk with friends.

Creative Playground
Always play safely.
All equipment should be used as intended.
No tag or running anywhere on the wood chipped area.
K-2 doesn’t play tag.
Swings
Swing straight. No twisting, side-ways swinging, under ducks, or jumping out.
Students should not stand close to or run through the swinging area.
Slides
Go down feet first and face up.
Never walk or run up any slide.
Slide one at a time.
Students should not stand in front of slides.

Games
Always play with good sportsmanship.
Basketball
Play by the rules of the game.
Play half court, five-on-five, games.
Use the “Honor System” – the person who made the foul should call it.
Substitute to allow everyone an equal chance to play.
Football
Play on the soccer field if available or beside the gym.
Play by the rules of the game.
Play two hand touch or flag only. No tackling or pushing.
Substitute
Kickball
Play on the soccer field.
Play by the rules of the game.
Don’t change the kicking order.
Allow everyone a chance to play.
Soccer
Play on the soccer field.
Play by the rules of the game.
No rough play.
Give everyone a chance to play.

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PARKING IN FRONT OF THE SCHOOL
Parents are asked to please NOT park in front of the school. It is impossible for buses to get past parked cars. Please park your car in the parking lot.

REPORT CARDS/PROGRESS REPORTS
Each school year is divided into four grading periods. Halfway through each grading period, teachers will send mid-quarter progress reports home for children having difficulty with school work or for children who have improved significantly. Progress reports will be sent home with the student on Oct. 4, Dec. 13, Mar. 7 and May 16th for this school year.

Report Cards will be distributed four times a year. You will receive the first quarter report card when you attend the parent-teacher conference on Friday, November 15. Report cards will also be sent home with your child on January 27, April 14 and June 20, the last day of school. Middle level students will have their report cards mailed home to them. If you have any questions about your child's report card or progress report, please arrange a conference with your child's teacher.

REQUEST FOR A K-5 CLASSROOM TEACHER
Parent requests will be solicited in the spring, as part of the process of sculpting class lists for the next academic year. Placement is a complex balancing process which takes into account the following information: teacher, guidance, special education and parent recommendations, class size, boy-girl ratio, standardized testing, particular student combinations, student learning styles, and social dynamics. Although we cannot guarantee that every parent request will be honored, we will consider every request as a part of this process.

RESPONSIVE CLASSROOM
Each morning from 8:00- 8:25 all K-8 students will participate in Responsive Classroom Morning Meetings. These meetings encourage students to work together in respectful, friendly interaction. The tone of the activities carries over into the remainder of the day school-wide.

REVIEWING SCHOOL RECORDS
Parents have the right to inspect and review any and all official records, files, and data directly related to their child(ren), including all material that is in the cumulative record folder.
Parents must make an appointment to review the records at least 24 hours in advance. The school
principal or the guidance counselor will explain to parents the information in the cumulative file. Parents may have copies made of materials in their child's file at a cost of 25¢ per page.

SCHOOL PHOTOS
School photos will be taken on September 19th. It is fine to bring in siblings on this day. You should plan to be at the school by 8:00 AM.

STANDARDIZED TESTING
Students will be administered standardized tests according to the schedule listed below. Classroom teachers will prepare students to take the tests. Teachers will notify parents before the tests are given. Parents can help by encouraging your child to get plenty of rest, eat a nutritional breakfast on the morning of the tests and give his/her best effort in taking the tests. Results of the tests are placed in the student's cumulative folder. Copies of MEA and PTS test results will be sent to parents. Parents needing help to interpret test scores or who have questions about the tests should make an appointment with the guidance counselor. Tests will be administered as follows:

Grade 3 & 7 - PTS tests in Math & Reading will be administered in March.

Grade 4 & 8- The MEA (Maine Educational Assessment)
Writing, Reading & Health: December 2-13
Math, S.S., Science, Visual & Performing Arts: March 3-14

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STUDENT INTERROGATIONS/SEARCHES
The school board seeks to maintain a safe and orderly environment in our schools. The Principal and Assistant Principal are authorized to question and/or search students and their lockers in accordance with policy. Student use of all storage facilities including, but not limited to, lockers and desks, is a privilege granted by the school. All storage facilities are school property and remain under the control, custody and supervision of the school. Students have no exception of privacy in school storage facilities or for any items placed in such storage facilities. The principal and assistant principal have the authority to inspect and search storage facilities and their contents on a random basis, with or without reasonable suspicion, and without notice or consent. All locker searches will be conducted by the principal, assistant principal or designee in the presence of a staff member acting as an impartial witness. The staff member shall be a person who has not been involved in the circumstances surrounding the locker search. If a search produces evidence that a student has violated or is violating the law, board policies and/or school rules, such evidence may be seized and impounded by administration and appropriate disciplinary action may be taken. Evidence may be forwarded to law enforcement authorities as required by law or as deemed appropriate by Administration.

STUDENT TRANSFER
Parents should notify the office of the last day their child will be in attendance at school. This will give the secretary the opportunity to prepare a transfer card for your child to take to the next school they will be attending. All library books and other school property are to be returned to the school prior to the last day of attendance.

TELEPHONE USE
The telephone in the lobby is not to be used by students except during their break times. Students must have a signed pass to use this phone. Telephones in the classrooms are for teacher use. Students are expected to come to school prepared. Students will only be allowed to use these phones with teacher permission.

WALKING TO AND FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL
Students in grades two through eight, who have sent in a signed blanket permission slip may walk to the high School after school is dismissed for the day. Students are not allowed to travel back and forth throughout the school day, unless escorted by a staff member for a special school event.


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WHO DO I CALL WHEN I HAVE A QUESTION/CONCERN?

When you have a question or concern it is best to first talk with the person who is the most knowledgeable about the issue. In many cases, that is the classroom teacher. For bus issues, your child's driver is the first person you should talk with about a problem. Sometimes, however, the problem cannot be solved at that level. Below is a list of people, with phone numbers, to contact in order to get a problem solved. Please contact them in the order given.

For a school problem the correct order of people to see to get a problem solved is:
Teacher ----> Principal or Assistant Principal----> Superintendent----> School Board
Call the school and ask the secretary to have the teacher contact you.

Teacher Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School 348-6301
     
Principal Mark Hurvitt ext. 302
     
Assistant Principal Mike Hammer ext. 303
     
Superintendent Robert Webster 348-7777
   
School Board Larry Moffet 348-6082
  Ted Ames 367-2473
  Barrett Brewer (chair) 348-2243
Skip Greenlaw 367-2738
Kathie Keane 348-2949
Stephen Johnson 367-2991
     

For a bus problem the correct order of people to contact to get a problem solved is:
Driver---->Andrea Brown (for routing or discipline problem)---->Laidlaw Co.
     
Bus Drivers: Andrea Brown 359-8543
  Stanley Joyce 348-6628
  Dwight Brown 359-8820
  Darlene Turner 348-6778
  John Gavelik 469-1936
  Newman Eaton  
     
For a bus safety concern, you should contact Laidlaw at 1-800-427-3391
     
Laidlaw Co. Don Pierce 1-800-427-3391

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Section IV


HEALTH POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

STUDENT GOAL: WE WANT TO BE HEALTHY AND SAFE


ACCIDENTS

In the case of serious accidents at school parents are notified. If the parents cannot be reached, a person listed on the emergency card is notified. The child's physician will be notified if the accident needs immediate attention and no adult can be reached. Children are encouraged to report all serious accidents to a staff member.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
Maine law states that all households shall report to the local Health Officer of their town any cases of reportable diseases in their families. Some diseases that must be reported are:

Chickenpox Diphtheria Dysentery, Bacillary Ringworm
Food Poisoning German Measles Infectious Hepatitis Scabies
Measles Meningitis Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) Pediculosis (Lice)
Impetigo Mumps Polio Scarlet Fever
StrepThroat Tuberculosis Typhoid Fever Undulant Fever

Students in the elementary school should be kept home or may be sent home if symptoms suggest a communicable disease.

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES REPORTING
The law requires that employees of schools report to the Department of Human Services any report a child makes or any visible signs of physical abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse. The law further states that if an employee fails to report, the employee may lose his/her job and may be prosecuted for failure to communicate information to the Department of Human Services. Employees must keep the information confidential.

SCHOOL INSURANCE
At the beginning of each school year forms are sent home that give parents the option of buying accident/injury insurance for their child(ren). We urge you to purchase this insurance if you do not have family medical insurance. The cost is usually very low (under $20.00). If you wish to purchase the insurance you must fill out the form and mail it directly to the company. Call the school office if you need help completing the form.

SCHOOL NURSE & HEALTH COORDINATOR
Our school nurse is in the district 5 days per week. Please feel free to call the school and speak with her directly at extension #305, or leave a message for her with the school Administrative Assistants.

In addition to our school nurse, we are fortunate to have a CSD Health Coordinator on staff. Kathy Teel can be reached by calling her office at the High School 348-2303 ext. 22.


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Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School
249 North Deer Isle Rd.
Deer Isle, ME 04627
348-6301


MEDICATION POLICY


Children are not permitted to bring prescription or nonprescription medication to school. You are responsible for bringing all medications to school. School support personnel are not permitted to dispense any medication without your signed permission and/or a doctor’s signature. If your child must take any medication during the school day, a “permission to administer medication in school” form must be completed and signed (see below). If you bring prescription medication to school, it should be in the original prescription bottle with the physician’s name and instructions on it. All medications should be turned into the administrative office. It will be put in locked storage in the clinic. The medication dosage should not exceed five (5) school days. The medication can only be taken under the supervision of support personnel. NOTE: Teachers shall not administer any medication to students (Article VIII, Section B of Teachers’ Negotiated Agreement).

Nonprescription medication such as ibuprofen, cough syrup, etc. is not advocated in school unless requested by a physician or a parent/guardian with written permission. Nonprescription medications are not supplied by the school.



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PERMISSION TO ADMINISTER MEDICATION IN SCHOOL

Student’s Name_______________________________________

Name of Medication/Dose_______________________________

Physician_________________
Start Date_______End Date_______

Reason for Medication:



Side Effects:


I have read the above medication policy and I give my permission for school support personnel to administer the above medication to the above named student.

___________________________________ _____________________
Parent/Guardian Signature* Date


___________________________________ _____________________
Physician’s Signature* Date


*Signatures only good for one (1) year then must be renewed.


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HELP NUMBERS/CRISIS/EMERGENCIES

Island Medical Center 367-2311
Blue Hill Memorial Hospital 1-800-488-2836
Poison Control Center 1-800-442-6305
State Police 1-800-432-7381
Hancock County Sheriff's Dept. 667-7575
Fire Emergency (Deer Isle) 348-2325
Fire Emergency (Stonington) 367-2655
Ambulance (Island) 348-2300
Dept. of Human Services 1-800-432-7823
Downeast AIDS Hotline 667-3506
Maine AIDS Hotline 1-800-851-2437
Alcohol & Drug Abuse 1-800-499-0027
Adult & Child Abuse-Neglect 1-800-452-1999
Battered Spouses & Children (Next Step) 1-800-315-5579
Maine Drug Enforcement Agency 822-0380
Environmental Protection 1-800-452-1942
Rape Crisis Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-432-7810
Suicide Prevention 1-800-228-2470
Downeast Health Services 1-800-492-5550

Sexually Transmitted Disease Testing/Treatment
AIDS Testing and Counseling
Family Planning Clinic

 

 

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Section V

PARENT/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT



PARENT CONFERENCES
Parents are encouraged to talk with their child's teachers, not just at conference time. Appointments can be scheduled through the administrative secretary or by contacting the teacher. Parent conferences will be held for all parents on Friday, November 15th this year. You may request a parent conference at any other time(s) as needed.

VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL
All visitors are required to report to the school office before proceeding to any other part of the building. Parents are welcome to visit school at any time, however all visitors are subject to administrative approval.

The Visitor Policy states that:

1. All visitors must first report to the office.

2. Visitors under the age of 18 must have prior permission from their parent/guardian, from the building principal and from the classroom teacher of the class they wish to visit - before they attend school.

3. Each student visitor must leave an emergency phone number in the office.

4. Upon request from the principal, visitors must leave the building immediately.



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Section VI


PARENT GOALS


PARENTS CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE


1. Read the Student Handbook with your child(ren). It will help him/her learn what's expected at school.

2. Look over your child's schoolwork with them. Your interest and encouragement is very important.

3. Ask your child's teacher how to help with homework.

4. At home, set a time and place for homework.

5. Fill out the emergency form and keep it up-to-date. It is important that one person on the card is able to care for your child if you cannot be reached. It
is also important that mailing addresses be kept current so that school/parent
communications aren't hindered.

6. Send a note to your child's teacher when:
- your child is getting off the bus at a different stop.
- your child has had an unhappy experience and may not be at his/her best.
- your child is moving to another school.
- your child is absent from school indicating why.

7. Send in lunch money on Mondays, or the first day of the school week. Do not charge meals. If your child forgets money, send it the next day.

8. Come to school and visit - often. Ask your child's teacher how you can help. School is special for children when their parents visit.

9. How you talk about the school influences how your child feels about school. Be enthusiastic! If you have a problem or concern call the teacher to get all of the facts before forming an opinion.

10. Please do not distribute birthday or other party invitations in your child’s classroom unless you are inviting the entire class. This procedure will ensure no child’s feelings are hurt unnecessarily.


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Section VI

PARENTS AS PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Parents play an important role in developing a child’s attitude toward school. We suggest the following for parents to consider:
• Make education a family priority. Emphasize the important role education plays throughout life.
• Build your child’s self-confidence as a student by recognizing when he or she does well in school or school related activities.
• Help you child develop good study and work habits.
• Develop a system of praise and rewards for good study habits, good grades and other good school-related behaviors.
• Schedule a daily period of home study time. Help with homework when needed.
• Meet with your child’s teachers and other school personnel. They can provide important insights into your child’s school performance.
• Get to know your child’s fiends and classmates. They can influence his/her school performance. Lack of friends or problems with classmates can also affect school performance.
• Find ways to discuss issues, subjects and course materials being covered at school.
• Help your child develop an interest in extracurricular school activities such as sports, band, clubs, etc. The benefits are numerous.
• Get the child tutorial help with subjects that pose learning difficulties.
• Help the child develop and achieve academic goals.
• Get involved in order to better understand and help change the problems related to school attendance. Show that you have a positive attitude toward school attendance.
• Allow your child plenty of time in the mornings to get ready for school. Refuse to view tardiness as acceptable behavior and discourage early checkouts.
• Make every effort to schedule doctor, dentist, and other appointments before and after school hours.
• Refuse to write excuses for anything other than legitimate absences.
• Plan family vacations in accordance with the school calendar as much as possible.
• Talk to your child about responsibility and the need to develop good work habits and positive attitudes.
• Use good judgment. Don’t send a child to school that is really ill.
• Our school staff welcomes phone calls and visits by parents who wish to give or receive information regarding their child. Making an appointment can facilitate such visits.
• Understand our educational programs by spending time in our school. We’re proud of our program, teachers and students. Be supportive as we work hard to provide the best possible education for our students.

These rules and policies apply to any student who is on school property, who is in attendance at school or any school-sponsored activity, or whose conduct at any time or place directly interferes with the operations.


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Section VIII

CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 2.01A
Adopted: June 16, 1992
Revised: November 3, 1998
Revised:

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STUDENTS


1. It is the intent of the CSD 13 School Committee that no discrimination shall occur in any of its educational and co-curricular programs. Discrimination against and harassment of students because of race, color, religion, handicap, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation is prohibited.

2. To this end, the district will ensure that all students will be treated fairly and will not be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, handicap, sex, age, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation. This Affirmative Action policy will apply, but not be limited to, assignment to classes, co-curricular activities, grading, awards, scholarships, as well as all other educational opportunities for the students.

3. It is also the School Committee's intent to comply with all laws and rules that embrace the concept of educational opportunities, including but not limited to Title IX, the Civil Rights Act, the Maine Human Rights Act, Section 504, and the Americans With Disabilities Act. The School Committee directs the administration to provide notice of compliance with federal and state civil rights laws to all students.

4. The School Committee shall designate affirmative Action Officers (one male and one female) who will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal and state requirements relating to nondiscrimination. The responsibility for implementing this program is assigned to the Union 76 Affirmative Action Coordinators, who report directly to the Superintendent and the Committee, and who will report annually on program progress. Inquiries can be made directly to the Affirmative Action Coordinator through the School Union 76 Superintendent's Office, the Affirmative Action Officer at the Maine Department of Education, or the Maine Human Rights Commission.

5. It is the intent of the CSD 13 School Committee that no discrimination shall occur in any of its educational and co-curricular programs. Discrimination against and harassment of students because of race, color, religion, handicap, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation is prohibited.

6. To this end, the district will ensure that all students will be treated fairly and will not be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, handicap, sex, age, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation. This Affirmative Action policy will apply, but not be limited to, assignment to classes, co-curricular activities, grading, awards, scholarships, as well as all other educational opportunities for the students.

7. It is also the School Committee's intent to comply with all laws and rules that embrace the concept of educational opportunities, including but not limited to Title IX, the Civil Rights Act, the Maine Human Rights Act, Section 504, and the Americans With Disabilities Act. The School Committee directs the administration to provide notice of compliance with federal and state civil rights laws to all students.



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VII Policies


Annual Notification of asbestos Containing Materials in Deer Isle – Stonington Schools

The school building has been inspected for the presences of Asbestos Containing Materials (ACBM). The written plan has been developed in accordance with EPA regulations. This management plan is available for inspection at the superintendent’s office.

The management plan is an outline of operational procedures designed for the health and safety of all who work, study or attend public functions in these buildings.

Each ACBM item is surveyed semi-annually.

Every three years an accredited inspector performs an inspection.

The following inspections and activities are planned for this year,
1. Two six month inspections
2. One three year inspection


If you have any questions or would like to examine the management plan, please contact the Superintendent of Schools Robert Webster at
348-7777.

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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 3.01
Adopted: 9/18/90
Revised: 5/4/99


ATTENDANCE POLICY, GRADES K-12



1) Attendance at School:

On days when school is in session attendance is compulsory under law (20-A MRSA 5001.4 A-E). Regular school attendance is vital to an individual's learning and the successful completion of school. Absences disrupt the learning process.

Absences from school can only by excused by parents (used in this policy to mean parents or legal guardians), in writing, within two days following the student's return to school. Missed class work can be made up, and is due within two (2) days for each day's absence. No credit will be given overdue assignments beyond this time limit.

In the event that a parental excuse note is not received within the two-day time limit, or a parent excuse note is received which is unacceptable under law, class work will not be allowed to be made up; no grade or credit will be awarded. Disciplinary action may be imposed beyond loss of grade and credit.

To be considered an "excused absence" within the law, and not truant from school, the written excuse must report:

a) Personal illness;

b) An appointment with a health professional that must be made during the regular school day (include the name of the health professional and phone number);

c) Observance of a recognized religious holiday, when the observance is required during the school day;

d) A family emergency;

e) A planned absence for a personal or educational purpose.


Adults having a child subject to the State attendance law under their control shall be responsible for their compliance.

To request a planned absence for personal reasons, a parent must submit a written request for approval to the Principal at least five (5) school days prior to the date(s) of absence. All assignments must be acquired before the departure of the student and are due upon the student's return to school.

To request a planned absence for educational reasons, a parent must submit a written request for approval to the Principal at least six (6) weeks prior to the date(s) of absence. This request must include:

a) An explanation as to the educational value of the trip;

b) Specific goals that the student will achieve while traveling;

c) Activities which will occur to meet these goals; and

d) Documentation of the merits of the trip in light of these goals.



All assignments must be acquired prior to departure and are due upon return to school. However, students and teachers are encouraged to work cooperatively to develop assignments that would enhance the educational value of the trip whenever possible.

Chronic or recurring health problems, which result in frequent absences from school, must be verified by a doctor in writing and kept on file at the school. Students who are hospitalized, have recurring health problems which require medical attention or are homebound during a protracted illness of more than three (3) days and keep current in their studies will be exempted from this policy (see Tutoring During Medical Absences policy).

2) Classroom Attendance:

In grades K-12 it is each student's responsibility to attend all classes, not only to benefit from continuity of instruction, sequential presentation of material, and class interactions, but also to practice responsibility and self-discipline, which are clearly desirable personal habits in seeking an education. In grades 7-12 all students enrolled have been scheduled for classes and study halls eight (8) periods each day. Attendance as scheduled is mandatory.

Each of our schools accepts responsibility for providing an educational environment and curriculum that enhances the learning process. In the interests of school and parent cooperation, it is expected that on days when a student is absent from school, the parent will notify the school secretary prior to 9:00 a.m. In the event this does not occur it is the responsibility of the school to contact the parent and verify the student's absence.

School officials make the strong argument that there is more to an education than correctly answering questions on an examination. There are many factors that may properly be considered in determining a student's grade; exams, quizzes, classroom discussion and participation, reports, projects, and homework. Attendance is one such factor.

School boards are authorized by statute to assist in the enforcement of the compulsory attendance laws of the State. Their approval of the school's attendance policy recognizes that attendance may be included among factors that determine a student's grade.


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3) Loss of Credit Due to Absences:

In addition to the academic factor, a student is required to be present in the classroom at least 88% of the time, or 78 days per semester. This standard applies to all absences from class, whether excused or unexcused, with the exception of prolonged illnesses and approved educational trips as previously noted, and school-sponsored field trips or co-curricular activities. A total of ten (10) absences are the maximum allowed each semester.

In grades K-8, depending on the number of subjects in which the student has violated the Attendance Policy, retention in the current grade will be considered due to excessive absenteeism.

A total of more than ten (10) absences result in the withholding of credit in grades 9-12. Upon exceeding the 10-day absence limit, the student's academic average is recorded on the transcript, dated with the notation that the Attendance Policy was violated and that credit would be withheld. Such students are also not eligible for any academic honors they might have achieved during the grading period.

4) Notification Procedures:

Teachers are to submit the required form letter to the appropriate administrator listing the specific dates of absence as follows each semester:

a) First Notice:
Requesting a parent/teacher conference following the 4th absence from class if previous contact by phone has not been successful.

b) Second Notice:
Following the 6th absence from class.

c) Third Notice:
Requesting a parent/administrator conference following the 8th absence.

d) Withholding of Credit Notice:
When the 10-absence limit is exceeded.

In order to ensure a timely notice to parents, teachers are to submit the appropriate notice on the same day that the absences occur. Verbal discussions with students are also expected of teachers as each notice is issued.

5) Attendance Review Committee:
(Administrator, Guidance Counselor, Teacher)

If the 10-absence limit is exceeded for any student, the Attendance Review Committee will in all instances review the facts in the matter with the teachers involved and attendance secretary to insure that school policies and procedures were followed. Pertinent additional clarifying information may be requested of the student and parent to insure correct policy enforcement. The Committee will issue a "finding" and the family will be notified both verbally and in writing.

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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 3.16A
Adopted: 12/4/01


DEER ISLE-STONINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CO-CURRICULAR HANDBOOK/CODE


1. This code applies to all co-curricular groups at Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School.

2. All students who wish to participate in any co-curricular activity must be aware of the code of conduct and recognize their responsibilities under this code. It is also the parents' responsibility to understand the student's obligations and to do their part to assure compliance.

3. Each participant should realize that activities at Deer isle-Stonington Elementary School are a privilege. When students become members of a Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School team, they must recognize that they are representatives of their school, community and themselves as individuals. They are expected to be leaders promoting good sportsmanship and citizenship.

4. Participants have this privilege of representing themselves and their school as long as they are willing to accept the responsibility of adhering to each and every provision herein. Failure to comply with these policies indicates that the participant does not wish to be part of Deer Isle-Stonington's co-curricular program with consequent loss of this privilege.

5. Mandatory Meeting
A formal meeting of all participants and parent(s)/guardians will be held prior to the beginning of each activity. Students must attend a minimum of one session each school year prior to participation in any activity, including practice sessions. It may be necessary, by requirement of individual coaches/advisors, for students to attend more than one meeting in a school year.

6. It is expected that parents/guardians of participants attend a minimum of one such session during any school year. If extenuating circumstances prevent such attendance, the parents must communicate directly (in person or by telephone) with the coach/advisor or the athletic administrator to discuss the critical information presented at these meetings.

7. Eligibility

A. In order to participate in any interscholastic/co-curricular activity offered at Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School, the student must have met all eligibility requirements. Particular note should be made that a student may not be failing any subject. All grades received on a rank card or mid-quarter progress report will be applied to this standard.

B. Grades will be checked for all participants at the end of each ranking period and at the issuance of progress reports in mid-quarter. Students deemed ineligible will remain so until the next grade check. Summer school and/or correspondence course-work may count towards fall sports season eligibility.

C. Behavioral eligibility will be determined by a student's place on the discipline ladder. Any student who is at Step 4 or above will be ineligible. After two weeks without receiving a behavior slip, the student will move one step down the ladder. If a student moves below Step 4, they could gain/regain behavioral eligibility.

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8. Substance Abuse Policy

A. No student shall distribute, dispense, possess, use or be under the influence of any alcohol or intoxicating beverages, performance enhancing products (creatine, androstenedione, anabolic steroids, etc.) or any controlled susbstance, or look alike substance, as defined by federal and state laws. Nor shall the student use or possess any tobacco product.

B. These prohibitions apply to any student who is on school property, who is in attendance at school or at any school sponsored activity or whose conduct at any time or place directly interferes with the operations, discipline, or general welfare of the school.

C. This may include, but not be limited to, being in a vehicle transporting illegal drugs or alcohol or knowingly being present in an area in which alcohol, tobacco and/or drugs are present.

9. Consequences

A. Athletic:

1. The first offense will result in suspension from 20% of the regularly scheduled contests. The student may participate in practices once they have fulfilled their requirements that exist in this code and CSD Policy 3.12.

2. The second offense results in suspension for the remainder of the season. If the second offense occurs in the last 50% of the season, then the result is suspension for 50% of the next season that he/she participates.

3. The third offense results in suspension from all co-curricular activities for one calendar year.

4. The fourth offense would result in elimination from the co-curricular program for the remainder of one's elementary school career.

B. Non-Athletic/Year Long:

1. The first infraction results in a four-week suspensions from all co-curricular activities.

2. The second infraction results in an eight-week suspension from all co-curricular activities.

3. A third infraction results in suspension from all co-curricular activities for the remainder of the school year.

4. A fourth infraction results in elimination from the co-curricular program for the remainder of one's elementary school career.

5. If the period of suspension is not completed by the end of the school year, the student must finish the suspension in the following school year.

6. These penalties are in addition to any discipline imposed under other applicable CSD policies.

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10. General Rules

A. Participation is strictly on a voluntary basis. Therefore, membership in any activity implies understanding of, and adherence to, all sections of this code. For the purpose of implementing this code, an activity season will begin with the first team meeting and end with the last team meeting.

B. All members will abide by any additional regulations, including curfews, as set forth by coach/advisor.

C. Regular school attendance is required of all participants. Team members who are absent from school may not participate in an activity/practice that day unless permission is given by the athletic administrator or principal. Chronic tardiness will also result in loss of participation.

D. Participants must notify the coach/advisor of absences or tardiness prior to the activity/practice. Noncompliance with this rule will result in loss of participation.

E. Use of vulgar, profane and/or abusive language in the school shall not be tolerated, in accordance with the CSD Civility Policy.

F. During school-sponsored activities, participants are to dress appropriately. The coach/advisor will clearly state behavior expectations to the team. Once students have joined a group they must stay with the group until the coach/advisor has dismissed them. All participants will travel by bus with the coach/advisor. Written permission for a member to travel with their parent/guardian by means other than the school bus is required. Contest travel release forms should be obtained by the coach/advisor, or athletic administrator for approval in advance. However, the coach/advisor may grant approval at his/her discretion to a
parent/guardian requesting to transport their child home from a contest. Written permission from a students' parent must be provided in order for a student to ride with another adult.

G. When applicable, players will be issued suitable equipment and each player will assume the responsibility for this equipment. No equipment shall be taken or used without the consent of the coach/advisor. Uniforms are not to be worn except during game situations or when designated by the coach/advisor. All uniforms/equipment will be cleaned and returned at the conclusion of the season. Students will be assessed for any lost or damaged equipment. Any student owing money or equipment from one activity will not be issued equipment in the next activity until all materials are returned or paid for.

H. All athletes must complete and parents/guardians must sign the "Sport Waiver Form" adopted by the CSD prior to any participation in the activity.

I. School health insurance or its equivalent is mandatory prior to participating in any co-curricular activity.

J. "Sports Physicals" are required for participation in an athletic activity. Physicals will be offered by the school nurse for sixth graders.

K. Students who wish to get physicals elsewhere, or students who have been injured, must provide proof of a physical.

L. Students joining an athletic team late (while the season is in progress) will be required to attend a minimum number of practices (to be determined by the coach) before being eligible to participate in contests.
Attending games will count towards the minimum number of practices.

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Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School
Co-Curricular Policy
Sign Off Sheet



Dear Co-Curricular Participant and Parent/Guardian:

Prior to the start of each season, students participating in co-curricular activities and their parents/guardians are asked to read the requirements and expectations for participation in athletics and other co-curricular programs. Please review this document and return the sign off sheet with appropriate signatures.

Thank you for your cooperation.





As a participant, I have read the Co-curricular Policy of Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School and agree to abide by all of its provisions. I understand that violations of this policy may affect my participation in co-curricular programs.



___________________________________________ ______________ ______________
Student School Year Date







As a parent, I have read the Co-Curricular Policy of Deer Isle-Stonington Elementary School and agree to support its regulations and to work cooperatively with school personnel in its enforcement.

____________________________________ _____________
Parent Date

If participating in an interscholastic sport, please complete the following information:


Name of Insurance Co. _______________________________

Policy Number _______________________________

Date of Last Physical Exam _______________________________

Name of Physician _______________________________
(completing form)

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CSD 13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 2.04
ADOPTED: March 5, 1996


COMMUNITY CONCERNS


1. It is the policy of the Deer Isle-Stonington School Committee that all parents, students, and other citizens who express concerns regarding the school department or an employee thereof shall seek resolution of the concern as close as possible to the origin of the concern.

2. When a member of the School Committee or the Committee as a whole is informed of a concern, the concern will be referred back through the proper administrative channel for solution before any investigation or consideration by the School Committee. Exceptions are complaints that concern Committee actions or operations which should be addressed to the Superintendent Of Schools or School Committee Chair.

3. The proper channel for concerns involving instruction, discipline or learning materials shall proceed from the teacher to the principal. If the concern cannot be resolved at either of these levels, it may be appealed to the Superintendent.

4. If the concern remains unresolved by the Superintendent, it may be appealed in writing to the School Committee by the person raising the concern. When appropriate, the concern will be placed on the agenda of the next regular School Committee meeting for consideration.

5. Concerns involving a school employee or student will be heard and considered only in executive session. Any action voted by the Committee must take place in regular session. The School Committee may decline to consider concerns that are repetitive or inappropriate for Committee action.

6. At all levels, school employees will inform the person raising the concern of their right to appeal the decision to the next level. This policy shall not be utilized by employees for matters or grievances
relating to any term or condition of employment.

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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE

POLICY NUMBER 7.09

Adopted: May 4, 1999



POLICY ON COURTESY AND CIVILITY


The school committee recognizes that courteous, civil communication is essential for the efficient operation of the schools. All persons who work in, attend or visit Deer Isle-Stonington schools shall use appropriate language at all times.


1. Any Student uttering profane, obscene or vulgar language in the school building or on school grounds in a manner that seriously disrupts the school or verbally assaults another person shall be suspended from school for a minimum of five days.



2. Any school employee uttering profane, obscene or vulgar language in a manner that disrupts the school or verbally abuses any person will be placed on administrative leave without pay for the day and receive a written reprimand that will be placed in the employee's personnel file.



3. Any visitor in the school building or on school grounds uttering profane, obscene or vulgar language in a manner that disrupts the school or verbally assaults another person will not be permitted on the premises of that school for a period not less than thirty (30) days unless given explicit permission by the school principal or the superintendent. This provision may be enforced as necessary by law enforcement personnel.

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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 2.02A
Adopted: 6/19/93
Revised: 3/2/99
Revised:

HARASSMENT AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF STUDENTS




1. Harassment of students because of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry or national origin, or disability is prohibited. Such conduct is a violation of School Committee policy and may constitute illegal discrimination under state and federal laws.


2. Harassment includes but is not limited to verbal abuse based on race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation or disability. Harassment that rises to the level of physical assault, battery and/or abuse is also addressed in the School Committee Policy 7.07 Weapons and Violence in the Schools.


3. Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or pressure to engage in sexual activity, physical contact of a sexual nature, gestures, comments, or other physical, written or verbal conduct that is gender-based that interferes with a student's education. School employees, fellow students, volunteers and visitors to the school, and other persons with whom students may interact in order to pursue school activities are required to refrain from such conduct.


4. Harassment/sexual harassment of students by school employees is considered grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. Harassment/sexual harassment of students by other students is considered grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion. The Superintendent will determine appropriate sanctions for harassment of students by persons other than school employees and students.


5. One of the two designated Affirmative Action Officers will investigate complaints of harassment in accordance with the Student Harassment Complaint Procedure. School employees, students, and parents shall be informed of this policy/procedure through handbooks and/or other means selected by the school administration.

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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER 2.06
Adopted: 6/3/97
Revised:

HAZING


1. Maine statute defines injurious hazing as "any action or situation, including harassing behavior, that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health of any school personnel or a student enrolled in a public school."

2. Injurious hazing activities of any type, either on or off school property, by any student, staff member, group or organization affiliated with this school unit, are inconsistent with the educational process and shall be prohibited at all times.

3. "Harassing behavior" includes acts of intimidation and any other conduct that recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental or physical health of a student or staff member.

4. "Acts of intimidation" include extortion; menacing; direct or indirect threats of violence; incidents of violence; bullying; statements or taunting of a malicious and/or derogatory nature that recklessly or intentionally endanger the mental or physical health of another person; and property damage or theft.

5. No administrator, faculty member, or other employee of the school unit shall encourage, permit, condone, or tolerate injurious hazing activities. No student, including leaders of student organizations, shall plan, encourage, or engage in injurious hazing activities.

6. Students who violate this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, which may include suspension, expulsion, or other appropriate measures. Administrators, professional staff and all other employees who violate this policy may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.

7. In the case of an organization affiliated with this school unit that authorizes hazing, penalties may include rescission of permission for that organization to operate on school property or to receive any other benefit of affiliation with the school unit.

8. Persons not associated with this school unit who fail to abide by this policy may be subject to ejection from school property and/or other measures as may be available under the law.

9. These penalties shall be in addition to any civil or criminal penalties to which the violator or organization may be subject.

10. The Superintendent/designee shall be responsible for administering this policy. In the event that an individual or organization disagrees with an action-or lack of action-on the part of the Superintendent/designee as he/she carries out the provisions of this policy, that individual or
organization may appeal to the School Committee. The ruling of the School Committee with respect to the provisions of this policy shall be final.

11. This right to appeal does not apply to student suspensions of 10 days or less or to matters submitted to grievance procedures under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

12. A copy of this policy shall be included in all school, parent, and employee handbooks or otherwise distributed to all school employees and students.


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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE

POLICY NUMBER: 7.01
Adopted: 4/4/00

SCHOOL-SPONSORED FUNDRAISING



1. The School Committee recognizes that many aspects of the overall educational program are supported through fundraising in the community. Fundraising activities shall have a stated goal that is consistent with the district vision, mission, and School Committee policies.

2. All school fundraising shall be approved by the class/organization advisor and the Principal. Fund raising should:
a. permit the raising of sums of money for school activities and materials.

b. develop responsibility and a spirit of collective accomplishment in students.

c. be predominantly organized and executed by students rather than by their parents.

3. Fundraising will be limited to items not usually provided in the budget, to items cut from the budget with the intent that fundraising can provide for them, and to items for which specific permission has been granted by the Principal or School Committee. Fundraising may not be used or items which the administration or School Committee have determined should not be purchased, or for items which as part of a purchasing plan,
will be included in the CSD 13 budget in future years.

4. The Principal and the advisors of the classes/organizations shall develop a schedule for fundraising activities. To prevent fundraising from becoming an undue burden on the community, fundraisers will be spread throughout the school year so the events do not occur at the same time. Each class shall be assigned major fund raising events. Minor fund raising activities such as dances or car washes are not limited by this policy. The Principal shall determine the definition of major and minor fund raisers.

5. Food shall not be sold prior to or during school meal programs, except as provided in Policy 6.02 School Nutrition Programs. Fund raising at athletic events shall be limited to concessions for student scholarships and the Sports Boosters. Funds will not be raised for individual gain for participating students or staff members, except as special awards to individuals in need, as determined by the Principal.

6. Student groups are encouraged to participate in service projects and charitable efforts that benefit the community. One percent (1%) of all funds raised will be donated to a charity selected by the student group.

7. Planning for senior class trips shall start during the ninth grade. Fund raising for class trips shall not exceed reasonable levels required or accommodations, meals, admission fees and land transportation. Public solicitation from passing vehicles in the vicinity of the Deer Isle Bridge is prohibited.

8. Students shall:
a. not enter the home of a stranger
b. know whom to contact in the event of an emergency
c. observe safe traffic and pedestrian practices.

9. Student fund raising activities must preserve public goodwill toward the Deer Isle-Stonington schools and prevent the school from being exploited by promoters of shows, benefits or sales campaigns. No funds shall be raised in the name of the school or by any organization connected with the school without the approval of the school principal.


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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 2.12
ADOPTED: 10/18/94
REVISED: 02/02/99
REVISED: 10/3/00
REVISED:


SMOKING POLICY



1. In order to promote the health and safety of all students and staff and to promote the cleanliness of all facilities, the Deer Isle-Stonington CSD School Committee, hereinafter referred to as the "School Committee," prohibits smoking and the use of all other tobacco products in school buildings, facilities and on school buses during school-sponsored events and at all other times on school grounds* by all persons, including students, staff and visitors.

2. In addition, students are further prohibited from possessing, selling, distributing or dispensing tobacco products in school buildings, facilities and on school grounds and buses during school-sponsored events and at all other times.

3. Staff members and all other persons are also strictly prohibited, under law** and this School Committee's policy, from selling, distributing or in any way dispensing tobacco products to students.

4. A student who violates this policy may be referred to a law enforcement agency. in accordance with the school's student code of conduct.

5. Any staff member violating this policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary measures.

6. Any visitor to the school violating this policy shall be immediately directed to cease the use of a tobacco product. In addition, persons selling, distributing or in any way dispensing tobacco products to students shall be referred to a law enforcement agency.

7. This policy shall be annually distributed as part of the student/parent handbook and the school staff handbook. This policy shall be annually included in the text of an autumn edition of the school newsletter to parents.

For the purpose of this policy, "smoking" includes the use of any tobacco-related product; "student" refers to anyone enrolled in grades K-12, regardless of age; "staff" refers to all school employees, chaperones and volunteers.

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POLICY NUMBER: 3.24
ADOPTED: 9/4/01


STUDENT COMPUTER AND INTERNET USE




A. The CSD School provides computers, networks and Internet access to support the educational mission of the school and to enhance the curriculum and learning opportunities for students and school staff. The Board believes that the resources available through the Internet are of significant value in the learning process and in preparing students for future success. At the same time, the unregulated availability of information and communication on the Internet requires that the Board establish reasonable controls for lawful, efficient and appropriate use of this technology.

B. Student use of school computers, networks and Internet services is a privilege not a right. Students are required to comply with this policy and the school's rules. Students who violate the policy and/or rules may have their computer privileges revoked and may also be subject to further disciplinary and/or legal action.

C. All computers used in CSD schools are under the control, custody and supervision of the school. The school reserves the right to monitor all student use of computers and the Internet while on school property. Students have no expectation of privacy in their use of school computers.

D. While reasonable precautions will be taken to supervise student use of the Internet, the CSD School cannot reasonably prevent all inappropriate uses, including access to objectionable materials and communication with persons outside of the school, in violation of Board policies and school rules. The CSD School is not responsible for the accuracy or quality of information that students obtain through the Internet. However students will be taught to analyze a variety of information types and sources so that they may learn the skills needed as consumers of information.

E. Before a student is allowed to use school computers and Internet services, the student and the student's parent/guardian must sign and return the Computer/Internet Access Acknowledgment. The school will retain the signed acknowledgment.

F. The Superintendent shall be responsible for overseeing the implementation of this policy including implementation of all applicable state and federal statutes and regulations. The Superintendent shall direct the development of additional administrative procedures/rules governing the day-to-day management, operation and supervision of the CSD School's computer systems consistent with this policy. The Principal and school staff shall be responsible for implementing school computer and Internet use rules.

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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 3.02
Adopted: 6/27/89
Revised: 7/6/99

STUDENT RECORDS


1. The Federally enacted Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 (PL-93-380) requires that each school system adopt a policy in conformity with the law, which provides specific assurances and appropriate restrictions with regard to student records. The Act provides a guarantee that parents may see their children's records, lets parents correct errors through informal and formal hearings, and limits access to school records by outsiders.

2. It is the intent of the Deer Isle-Stonington School Committee, that only information or data as: (1) is required by law or regulation; (2) necessary for the operation of the school program or; (3) necessary for the appropriate placement and counseling of the individual child will be maintained. All such information shall be retained only so long as such information serves a useful purpose. When information becomes obsolete or serves no legal or otherwise useful purpose, it shall be destroyed.

SECTION I - MAINTENANCE OF SCHOOL RECORDS


A. Definition of Student Record

1. A student record is any record, file, document or other material that is related to a student and is maintained for others to see or hear. It is distinguishable from the notes of a teacher, counselor or principal which are maintained for the sole use of the collector. When such notes are made available to a party other than the pupil, they automatically become student records and become subject to policies governing student records.

2. The types of records maintained by this school are:

a. Cumulative Records including:

i. Directory information which shall include the student's name, field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, the most recent previous educational agency attended by the student, special recognition given by school or related agency and post-graduation placement, grade level and awards and/or honors.

ii. Address, telephone number, date and place of birth;

iii. Academic records such as grades, class rank, honors and awards;
iv. Advisement and counseling records including aptitude testing, achievement scores, and other individual evaluations.
v. Other reports relevant to a student's status.



b. Special Education Records

c. Health and Medical Records

d. Discipline Records

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B. Maintenance of Data

1. All entries to student records shall be necessary, accurate and factually verifiable. All anecdotal entries must be signed and dated by the person entering the material. All school personnel having access to records shall receive training in security with emphasis upon privacy rights of students and parents.

2. Cumulative Records shall be under the immediate jurisdiction and control of the principal. The principal may designate a certified person to be responsible for school record maintenance, access and destruction, and to educate the staff about maintenance and access policies.

3. A log shall be kept of all persons, including staff, who inspect student records. The log shall include the inspector's name, address, date of inspection and purpose of inspection. The superintendent, principals, special services director or a designated acting principal are the only persons authorized to release student records for inspection or information from student records, other than the student or parents.

4. Disciplinary records are under the jurisdiction of the principal or designee and are maintained separately from the cumulative record, but subject to all protections of this policy.

5. Special Education records are under the jurisdiction of the Special Services Director, subject to all protections of this policy.

6. Student health and medical records are under the jurisdiction of the school nurse, subject to all protections of this policy.

7. The principal shall oversee the review and elimination of unnecessary, outdated, or inaccurate information in cumulative files and health records at the end of grades two, six and twelve respectively. After a student has graduated from high school all information will be destroyed except necessary identifying data, standardized test scores, health records, and transcript. Parents will be informed and given the opportunity to obtain records prior to destruction.

8. The Director of Special Services, in compliance with Maine Special Education Regulations, shall oversee the review and elimination of unnecessary, outdated, or inaccurate information in Special Education files at the end of grades two, six and twelve respectively. The school shall inform the parents and provide an opportunity for them to obtain the P.E.T. information prior to its destruction.

9. Records shall be stored in fireproof locked file cabinets.



SECTION II - ACCESS TO STUDENT RECORDS


A. Parents shall have the right to inspect and review any and all official records, files, and data directly related to their children, including all material that is incorporated into each student's cumulative record folder, intended for school use or available to parties outside the school or school system.

B. When a pupil reaches the age of 18 or is attending an institution of post secondary education, the permission or consent required of parents shall be required of, or granted to the pupil. This includes the pupil's right to deny parental access to records.

C. The principal of the school, superintendent, special services director, or a designated acting principal are the only persons eligible to grant access to school records. Under no circumstances shall a non-certified person be eligible to grant access.

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D. Parents, and students who are eligible under the law, may obtain copies of their own children's records within five working days upon receipt of a written request. The copies of materials provided shall be made at the parent's/student's expense.

E. Parents have the right to challenge the contents of their child's school records: to insure that the records are not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of students; and to provide an opportunity for the correction or deletion of any such inaccurate, misleading or otherwise inappropriate data contained therein.

F. If the parent or student decides to challenge the contents, the appeal should be made first to the principal, the superintendent, and the school committee, in that order. If the school administration refuses to amend the records as requested, the parent or student has the right to an impartial hearing before the school committee.



SECTION III - DISSEMINATION OF STUDENT INFORMATION



A. The Principal or designee may, without the consent of parents or students, release a student's records to:

1. School officials, including teachers within the district, who have a legitimate educational interest;

2. The Commissioner of Education and his/her officers or subordinates, so long as the intended use of the data is consistent with the commissioner's statutory powers and responsibilities;

3. Officials of other primary or secondary school systems in which the student intends to enroll, under the condition that the pupil's parent/guardian be notified of the transfer and be allowed to review a copy of the record prior to the release if desired.

4. Town officials for the sole purpose of establishing a student's legal parental/guardian residence. This information will be strictly limited to only telephone number, legal residence and mailing address.

B. The Principal or designee shall release the following directory information on individual students without parent permission unless the parent requests in writing that they do not want the information released.

1. Name of student

2. Grade level of student

3. Awards and/or honors



C. The Principal or designee shall not release entire lists of students enrolled in the school, or a specific grade level. The Principal or designee or any school personnel shall not divulge, in any form, to any persons other than those listed above any information contained in pupil records except:

1. With written consent from the student's parent/guardian specifying records to be released, and to whom the records will be sent;


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2. To local scholarship organizations that have been approved by the principal; or

3. In compliance with a judicial order, or pursuant to any lawfully issued subpoena. Parents/guardians or the pupil shall be notified of all such orders.








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CSD 13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 6.03
ADOPTED: 6/16/92
Revised: 10/3/95


STUDENT TRANSPORTATION

It is the intent of the CSD 13 School Committee to provide transportation for all resident elementary and secondary school students in an efficient and cost-effective manner; however, transportation on school buses is a privilege that may be revoked on a short or long-term basis
depending on student behavior.

1. Bus Routes
Bus Routes will be limited to state roads and accepted town roads that are appropriate for school bus traffic; however, side roads not part of bus routes will not be added to bus routes without the express permission of the School Committee. Bus pickup on side roads will only occur if parents provide and maintain a bus turnaround that meets the specifications of the bus contractor. Maintenance of bus turnarounds will be the parents' responsibility including plowing and sanding. When conditions permit, side roads will be designated as walk zones with pick up at one point for each road. A bus driver has the discretion to not go on a portion of the route on a given day if, in the judgment of the driver, road conditions are unsafe.

2. Bus Stops
Bus stops will be established by the bus contractor in consultation with the Superintendent. It is the intent to minimize the number of bus stops in order to shorten the amount of time students spend on the bus. Stops will be designated to consolidate groups of students residing near each other. There will be no bus stops within the walk zone of each school. There will be a minimum of 200 yards or one tenth of a mile between each bus stop. Consideration will be given to requests for adding stops under the following conditions:
a. Handicapped students
b. Young students walking alone

3. Walk Zones
For students in grades K-6 there will be no bus stops in the following zones:
a. Deer Isle-Stonington Jr./Sr. High School
b. Deer Isle Elementary School - King Row to Mountainville Road
c. Stonington Elementary School - R. L. Greenlaw & Sons to Nan's Pizza; Intersection of Cemetery Road & 15A

For students in grades 7-12 there will be no bus stops added to those provided for elementary students in the following zones:

a. Deer Isle-Stonington Jr./Sr. High School - Eaton Oil to McCloskey's
b. Deer Isle Elementary School - Intersections of Dow Road and Route 15 and Cross Road and Route 15; Mill Dam on Bridge Street
c. Stonington Elementary School - Intersections of Weed Field Road and Route 15A; Cemetery Road and Route 15; Cemetery Road and Pump Station Road

4. Kindergarten Students
There will be no special bus stops in the morning or afternoon for Kindergarten students.

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5. Riding School Buses
Students riding school buses shall ride them all the way from bus stops to school and school to bus stops. Students will be permitted to ride only on buses to which they are assigned except in the following circumstances:
a. An extra child will be dropped off at a bus stop if a written request is approved by the Principal and the bus driver is notified in advance.
b. It is not the intent of the School Committee to transport students to group activities. This will be done only if approved in advance by the bus driver.

6. Transportation to Child Care
Children will be transported to child care providers subject to the following conditions:
a. Space is available on the bus
b. On a long-term basis
c. Arrangements are made prior to the start of the school year
d. The child care provider is on an existing morning or afternoon bus route

Under other circumstances, transportation will be provided only as specified in Item 5 above.

7. Bus Discipline
The Principals will work with the bus contractor to develop procedures for bus discipline. These procedures will be subject to the approval of the Superintendent. At the beginning of each school year, parents and students will be informed of the procedures, which will be uniformly enforced by the bus drivers. Consequences for violations of rules may vary, depending on the student's disciplinary record, age and extenuating circumstances.

8. Exceptions
Exceptions to any part of this policy due to extenuating circumstances will be considered on an individual basis by the School Committee. Reasonable precautions for the safety of all students, particularly younger children, will be a high priority.

9. Appeal
Problems relating to the implementation of this policy will be referred to the Superintendent who will inform the complainant of the response to the problem within 7 working days. The complainant may appeal the Superintendent's decision to the School Committee. The decision of the School Committee shall be final.





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CSD #13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER: 6.03A
Adopted: February 10, 1997
Revised: October 6, 1998
Revised: November 2, 1999



CSD TRANSPORTATION DISCIPLINE POLICY


It is the intent of the CSD School Committee to provide safe transportation for all students to educational programs and for participants in co-curricular activities.

Section I.

1. When student behavior endangers the safety of others, disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with this policy. Each disciplinary case will be investigated and actions taken will be based on that investigation. Prior offenses in any category will be taken into consideration when a disciplinary problem arises. Students involved in the same violation may receive differing punishments depending upon prior behavior and each student's responsibility for the incident. Consideration will be given for good behavior shown consistently over a period of fifteen(15) school days in response to any infraction of the rules. All seating restrictions and suspensions will be based on school days.

2. Students with restricted seating may be required to have a book, cassette, or CD Player with and earphone, or an object to occupy time and reduce temptation for further rule violations. Limited or no communication with surrounding students may be requested in certain cases of excessive noise or mischief.

3. Disciplinary responses will be handled in cooperation with the school

Section II.

Rules for Meeting the Bus


1. All pupils will be on time.
2. Pupils walking on the highway to meet a bus should always walk on the shoulder of the road facing traffic.
3. When crossing the highway, pupils should use extra caution. Walk(do not run).
4. Pupils shall stand back away from an approaching bus and not run alongside when it is moving.

Section III.

CSD Bus Rules


Group "A"*


Pupils shall:
1. Obey the driver who has full charge of the bus.
2. Not extend arms, legs or head out of the bus or in an open window to shout or wave to people outside the bus.
3. Go to assigned seats without crowding or pushing, and remain seated while the bus is in motion.
4. Refrain from talking with the driver except in an emergency.
5. Not open windows without the permission of the driver.


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6. Keep the aisle of the bus free from objects.
7. Not throw objects outside or inside the bus.
8. Cross the highway in front of the bus only when a safe crossing has been signaled by the driver using the "thumbs up" gesture.
9. Not eat food, including candy, drink any liquids, or chew gum while on the bus.
10. Remain seated until the bus comes to a complete stop before discharging.

* The bus driver will be responsible for giving all students verbal warnings and seat assignments before referrals are made for safety violations in Group A.

Section IV.

CSD Bus Rules


Group "B" *


Pupils shall:
1. Not tamper with the emergency door or any of the bus equipment.
2. Not mar of deface the bus
3. Pay for any damage to the bus or its equipment
4. Not fight, scuffle, or strike another passenger on the bus or create any disturbance.
5. Not have in their possession any dangerous weapons which include knives, sharp objects, sticks, etc.
6. Not light matches or lighters, smoke or use drugs or alcohol while on the bus, not have in their possession any drug or alcohol related items.
7. Refrain from any dangerous acts that could cause harm or injury to themselves or other passengers.
8. Not swear, use vulgar or offensive language, nor use obscene gestures while riding the bus or while outside the bus within the presence of passengers or the driver.
9. Not engage in any act of harassment against another passenger as defined by Policy 2.06.
10. Not ride on any bus other than their assigned bus without a note from a parent or guardian.
11. Not get off at any stop other than the assigned stop without a note from a parent that gives permission for the pupil to get off at some other specified stop.
12. Not engage in sexual harassment that includes but is not limited to any sexual activity, physical contact of a sexual nature, gestures, comments, sexually suggestive words or actions or other physical, written or verbal conduct that is gender-based, which interferes with a student's education, physical or emotional well-being.

* Violations of the Group "B" rules will result in immediate suspension from bus privileges without prior warning.

EACH STUDENT'S PRIVILEGE OF RIDING A SCHOOL BUS IS CONDITIONAL UPON THE BEHAVIOR AND OBSERVANCE OF THE ABOVE RULES.

Section V.

Bus Discipline Consequences


Consequences are based on the investigation of each incident, prior history on the bus, and other factors that may affect the individual or other passengers on the bus.


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Safety Violations


Group "A"


First Offense: Verbal warning given by the driver.

Second Offense: First written referral - restricted seating -parent notification.

Third Offense: Second written referral - three (3) school day bus suspension or other penalty set by the principal - parent notification.

Fourth Offense: Third written referral - five (5) school day bus suspension or other penalty set by the principal - parent meeting.

Fifth Offense: Suspension from bus transportation for up to one semester (20 weeks) with notification to the superintendent of schools.

Section VI.

Dangerous, Harmful or Illegal Actions


Group "B"


First Offense: Five (5) to twenty (20) school day suspension from bus transportation - parent notification and meeting with bus supervisor.

Second Offense: Twenty (20) to fifty (50) school day suspension from bus transportation - parent meeting with bus supervisor and principal.

Third Offense: Depending upon the severity of the incident, suspension from bus transportation for the remainder of the school year.

Section VII.

1. The severity of an offense could result in immediate long-term suspension even if it is a first offense. The length of suspension for any Group B offense that endangers the student of other passengers may be extended up to the remainder of the school year.

2. Use, possession or distribution of drugs (including alcohol and tobacco) on a school bus will result in an automatic suspension from school pending a meeting with school officials and parents. Incidents involving the possession of any illegal substance will require a report to law enforcement officials.

3. Parent(s) or guardian(s) may appeal disciplinary decisions to the Superintendent of Schools and then the School Committee.

4. Suspension of bus privileges includes transportation to and from school and transportation to and from all field trips, school assemblies at other schools and co-curricular activities.

Reference: Policy 2.06 "Harassment of Students"
Policy 7.09 "Policy on Courtesy and Civility"


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CSD 13 School Committee
POLICY NUMBER: 7.07
Adopted: 11/15/94
Revised: 9/5/00, 1/8/02

WEAPONS/VIOLENCE IN THE SCHOOLS


The School Committee believes that students and staff are entitled to learn and work in a school environment free from violence, threats and disruptive behavior. Students are expected to conduct themselves with respect for others and in accordance with School Committee policies, school rules, reasonable unwritten behavior expectations, an applicable state and federal laws.

School personnel will take appropriate action to secure the health and safety of students during any altercation involving violence and/or use of a weapon. School staff are required to immediately report incidents of prohibited conduct by students to the building principal or his/her designee for investigation and appropriate action.

In an effort to ensure a safe environment for students and employees, all persons are prohibited from the following conduct at all times on school premises, in any vehicle, or at any school-sponsored activity:

A. Possession or use of articles commonly used or designed to inflict bodily harm and/or to threaten, intimidate, coerce or harass other persons. Examples of such articles include, but are not limited to: firearms, BB gun, pellet guns, any other kind of gun, ammunition, explosives, crossbows, brass knuckles, switchblades, knives, chains, clubs, Kung Fu stars and nunchucks.

B. Use of any object as a weapon, although not necessarily designed to be a weapon, to inflict or to threaten bodily harm and/or to intimidate, coerce or harass another person. Examples of such objects include, but are not limited to: bats, picks, belts, other articles of clothing, combs, pencils, files, compasses, scissors, tools or any sort, objects capable of ignition such as lighters or matches, and realistic replicas of weapons (including some toys).

C. All violent behavior including but not limited to fighting, assault and/or battery, taking hostages, threats of violent behavior including but not limited to verbal, electronic or written threats against persons or property, conduct that tends to incite violent behavior and/or disrupt the school program, possession of weapons, use of weapons or threats to use weapons are prohibited.

D. Willful and malicious damage to school or personal property.

E. Lewd, indecent or obscene acts or expressions.

F. Violations of the school's drug/alcohol and tobacco policies.

G. Violations of state or federal laws.

H. Any conduct that may be harmful to persons or property.

Administrative Implementation Procedures

The Superintendent shall be responsible for the development and dissemination of appropriate regulations and procedures to implement relevant law, board policy and good practice, which shall include these basic components:

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A. Administrators shall take appropriate action against any individual violating this policy, including but not limited to student discipline and/or action by law enforcement officials as appropriate.

B. Students who violate this policy may be expelled under the Title 20-A MRSA section 1009(9) (1993) which provides that, if found necessary for the peace and usefulness of the school, a School Board may expel any student:

1. Who is deliberately disobedient or deliberately disorderly;

2. For infractions of violence;

3. Who possesses on school property a firearm as defined in Title 17-A MRSA section 2, subsection 12A, without permission of a school official(see 20-A MRSA section 6552); and

4. Who, with use of any other dangerous weapon as defined in Title17-A MRSA section 2, subsection 9, paragraph A, intentionally or knowingly causes injury or accompanies use of a weapon with a threat to cause injury.

C. As required by Section 1302 of the EDUCATE AMERICA ACT, any student who is determined to have brought a firearm including pellet guns (as defined in 18 U.S.C. Sec. 921) to school shall be expelled from the regular school program for at least one year.

D. Administrators will confiscate any article described in this policy and, if appropriate, submit it to a suitable law enforcement agency. Any article seized as a weapon shall be stored in a secure place until disposal.

E. Principals may authorize inspections of student lockers, automobiles, clothing, purses, bags, backpacks, and other personal belongings when there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the inspection will produce evidence that this policy has been violated.

F. The school committee, upon a recommendation from the superintendent of schools, may modify the expulsion of a student if satisfactory evidence is provided that the behavior is not likely to reoccur.

G. Such regulations are also to include appropriate rules, sanctions and procedures regarding violence and/or use of weapons by employees, visitors, or other persons in addition to students.

Legal References: 20 USCA § 8921 (Gun-Free Schools Act of 1994); 5 MRSA § 4681 et seq.
17-A MRSA §§ 2(9); 2(12-A)
20-A MRSA §§ 1001(9); 1001(9-A); 6552

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CSD 13 SCHOOL COMMITTEE
POLICY NUMBER 6.05A
Adopted:


BOMB THREATS


1. The School Committee recognizes that bomb threats are a significant concern to the school unit. Whether real and carried out or intended as a prank or for some other purpose, a bomb threat represents a potential danger to the safety and welfare of students and staff and to the integrity of school property. Bomb threats disrupt the instructional program and learning environment and also place significant demands on school financial resources and public safety services. These effects occur even when such threats prove to be false.

2. Any bomb threat will be regarded as an extremely serious matter and treated accordingly. The School Committee directs the Superintendent to react promptly and appropriately to information concerning bomb threats and to initiate or recommend suitable disciplinary action.

3. Conduct Prohibited
A. No person shall make, or communicate by any means, whether verbal or non-verbal, a threat that a bomb has been, or will be, placed on school premises. Because of the potential for evacuation of the schools and other disruption of school operations, placement of a bomb or of a "look alike" bomb on school premises will be considered a threat for the purpose of this policy.

4. Other Threats

A. It is a violation of School Committee policy to communicate by any means that any toxic or hazardous substance or material has been placed, or will be placed, on school premises with the intent to endanger the safety and welfare of students or staff and/or to disrupt the operations of the schools. For the purpose of this policy, "toxic or hazardous substance or material" means any material or substance, including biomedical materials or organisms, that, when placed as threatened, could be harmful to humans.

5. Definitions
A. A "bomb" means an explosive, incendiary or poison gas bomb, grenade, rocket, missile, mine, "Molotov cocktail" or other destructive device.
B. A "look-alike bomb" means any apparatus or object that conveys the appearance of a bomb or other destructive device.
C. A "bomb threat" is the communication, by any means, whether verbal or non-verbal, that a bomb has been, or will be, placed on school premises, including possession or placement of a bomb or look-alike bomb on school premises.
D. "School premises" means any school property and any location where any school activities may take place.

6. Development of Bomb Threat Procedures

A. The Superintendent and Principals shall be responsible for developing and implementing procedures specific to bomb threats as part of the school unit's Crisis Response Plan. These procedures are intended to inform administrators and staff of appropriate protocols to follow in the event that a bomb threat is received and should include provisions to address:

1. Threat assessment (for the purpose of identifying a response that is in proportion to the threat, in light of what is necessary to ensure safety):

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2. Building evacuation and re-entry *including selection of potential alternative sites for those who are evacuated);

3. Incident "command and control" (who is in charge, and when);

4. Communications contacts and mandatory bomb threat reporting;

5. Parent notification process;

6. Training for staff members; and

7. Support services for students and staff.

B. The initial bomb threat procedure will be subject to approval by the School Committee. The Superintendent and Principals will be responsible for overseeing a review or evaluation of bomb threat procedures prior to the School Committee's required annual approval of the school unit's Crisis Response Plan, or following implementation of the procedure in response to a specific threat.

7. Reporting of Bomb Threats

A. A student who learns of a bomb threat or the existence of a bomb on school premises must immediately report such information to the building principal, teacher, or other employee in a position of authority.

B. An employee of the school unit who learns of a bomb threat shall immediately inform the building administrator. The building administrator shall immediately take appropriate steps to protect the safety of students and staff in accordance with the school unit's bomb threat procedure, as developed under Section C, and inform the Superintendent of the threat.

C. All bomb threats shall be reported immediately to the local law enforcement authority, as provided in the bomb threat procedures.

D. The Superintendent shall be responsible for reporting any bomb threat to the Department of Education within two business days of the incident. Reports will include the name of the school, the date and time of the threat, the medium used to communicate the threat, and whether or not the perpetrators have been apprehended. The Superintendent shall notify the Chair of the School Committee of any bomb threat as soon as possible.

7. Student Disciplinary Consequences

A. Making a bomb threat is a crime under Maine law. Any student suspected of making a bomb threat shall be reported to law enforcement authorities for investigation and possible prosecution. Apart from any penalty imposed by law, and without regard to the existence or status of criminal charges, a student who makes a bomb threat shall be subject to disciplinary action by the school.

B. The administration may suspend and/or recommend for expulsion any student who makes a bomb threat. The making of a bomb threat will be considered deliberately disobedient and deliberately disorderly within the meaning of 20-A M.R.S.A. § 1001(9) and will be grounds for expulsion if found necessary for the peace and usefulness of the school.

C. In addition, a student who is found after hearing by the School Committee to have brought a bomb to school shall be expelled from school for at least one year in accordance with 20-A M.R.S.A. § 1001(9-A) and Policies 3.05 and 7.07, except that the Superintendent may modify the requirement for expulsion based on individual circumstances.

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D. A student who has been identified through the PET process as having a disability and whose conduct in violation of this policy is related to the disability shall be disciplined as provided in Policies 4.07 and 7.07.

8. Aiding Other Students in Making Bomb Threats

A. A student who knowingly encourages, causes, aids or assists another student in making or communicating a bomb threat shall be subject to the disciplinary consequences described in Section 6 of this policy.

9. Failure to Report a Bomb Threat

A. A student who fails to report information or knowledge of a bomb threat or the existence of a bomb or other destructive device in a school building or on school property may be subject to disciplinary consequences, which may include suspension and/or expulsion.

10. Staff Disciplinary Consequences

A. A school system employee who makes or communicates a bomb threat will be reported to appropriate law enforcement authorities and will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Disciplinary action taken shall be consistent with collective bargaining agreements, other employment agreements and School Committee policies.

B. A school system employee who fails to report information or knowledge of a bomb threat or the existence of a bomb on school premises will be subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment.

11. Civil Liability

A. The school unit reserves the right to bring suit against any individual responsible for a violation of this policy and to seek restitution and other damages as permitted by law.

12. Lost Instructional Time

A. Instructional time lost as a result of a bomb threat will be rescheduled at the earliest appropriate opportunity, as determined by the School Committee.

B. Time lost may be rescheduled on a weekend or vacation day, or after what would normally be the last day of the school year, except on days when schools must be closed as required by law.

13. Notification Through Student Handbook

A. All student handbooks shall address the school unit's bomb threat policy and procedures and explain the educational consequences of bomb threats. In addition, student handbooks shall notify students and parents that bomb threat violate School Committee policy and civil and criminal law.

Legal References:18 U.S.C. §§ 921; 8921;17-A M.R.S.A. § 210;20-A M.R.S.A. §§ 263;1001(9); 1001
(9-A); 1001(17); 1001(18)
Cross References: Deer Isle-Stonington CSD Crisis Response Plans
Student Suspension and Expulsion Policy 3.05
Suspension/Expulsion of Students with Disabilities Policy 4.07
Weapons in the School Policy 7.07
Emergency Evacuation Policy 6.05


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Deer Isle - Stonington CSD

2002 - 2003 School Calendar

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|     Aug / Sept October November ||||||||
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|     26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 1 |
|     H 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4 5 6 7 8 | 8/26 New Teacher Orientation
|     9 10 11 12 13 H 15 16 17 18 11 12 13 14 15 | 8/27 & 28 Teacher Workshop
|     16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 18 19 20 21 22 | 8/29 1st Student Day
|     23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 H V | 11/1 End 1st Quarter
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,,,,,, ,,,,,, ,,,,,, | 11/25,26,27 Teacher Workshops
|     December January February | 1/24 End 2nd Quarter
|     M T W T F M T W T F M T W T F | 3/21 Teacher Workshop
|     2 3 4 5 6 H 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 | 4/11 End 3rd Quarter
|     9 10 11 12 13 6 7 8 9 10 10 11 12 13 14 | 5/27 Teacher Workshop
|     16 17 18 19 20 13 14 15 16 17 H V V V V | 6/20 Last Student Day
|   V V H V V H 21 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 28 |
|     V V 27 28 29 30 31 | SCHOOL WEEK HOLIDAYS
..|.... | 9/2 Labor Day
| ...... ...... ...... ...... .... .... .... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... .... .... .... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... | 10/14 Columbus Day
|     March April May | 11/12 Veterans Day
|     M T W T F M T W T F M T W T F | 1/20 Martin Luther King Day
|     3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 | 5/26 Memorial Day
|     10 11 12 13 14 7 8 9 10 11 5 6 7 8 9 |
|     17 18 19 20 21 14 15 16 17 18 12 13 14 15 16 |
|     24 25 26 27 28 H V V V V 19 20 21 22 23 |
|     31 28 29 30 H 27 28 29 30 |
| | 1st Quarter 45 Days
| | 2nd Quarter 44 Days
|     June Parent Teacher Conference | 3rd Quarter 49 Days
|     M T W T F H/V = Holiday/ School Vacation || 4th Quarter 43 Days
|     2 3 45 6 6 Teacher Workshop ||
|     9 10 11 12 13 End of Ranking Period || Total Student Days = 181*
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Total Student Days = 181*
* includes 5 school cancellation days
If any of the 5 cancellation days are not needed, school will end one day sooner for each day that is not used. If more than 5 cancelation days are used, a day will be added for every day after the 5th cancellation day.