Wellsville-Middletown R-I Elementary School

The school day at Wellsville-Middletown Elementary School begins at 8:15am and ends at 3:15pm.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING

In case school is closed, these radio stations will be notified:

KXEO (1340) AM Mexico

KWWR (95.7) FM Mexico

KMCR (103.9) FM Montgomery City

Channel 8

Channel 13

Channel 17

SCHOOL CALENDAR

Wellsville-Middletown R-1

2011-12

August 12 New Teacher Orientation

August 15-17 Professional Development Days

August 18 First Day of Classes

September 5 NO SCHOOL/Labor Day

September 23 Early Dismissal /Professional Development Day

October 17 1^st Quarter Ends

October 20 NO SCHOOL/Prof Dev/Parent Teacher Conferences (1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.)

October 21 NO SCHOOL

November 17 Mid Term

November 23 Early Dismissal

November 24-25 NO SCHOOL/Thanksgiving Break

December 21 2^nd Quarter Ends/Early Dismissal

Dec. 21-Jan 3 NO SCHOOL/Winter Break

January 3 NO SCHOOL/Professional Development Day

January 16 NO SCHOOL/Martin Luther King Holiday

February 3 Mid Term

February 13 Early Dismissal /Professional Development Day

February 20 NO SCHOOL/President’s Day

March 2 Early Dismissal /Professional Development Day

March 8 3^rd Quarter Ends

April5-10 NO SCHOOL/ Spring Break

April 13 Mid Term

May 16 Early Dismissal /Last Day of Classes/4^th Quarter Ends

Inclement Weather Make-up Days

December 22, January 16, May 17, April 10, April 5, February 20^th and the rest will be added to the end.

School Board Policy

The Wellsville-Middletown R-1 school board policies are currently available on the school’s website at wmr1@k12.mo.us. Printed versions of the school’s policies are available in the Superintendent’s office.

Federal / State Mandated Notices

District Accountability Report Card

For the 2010-2011 school year, Wellsville-Middletown R-I was recognized for Distinction in Performance for the fifth year in a row.

The Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District accountability report card can be found at http://dese.mo.gov/planning/profile/arsd070092.html. Copies of this report will be provided upon request.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years

of age ("eligible students") certain rights with respect to the student's education records. These rights are:

· The right to inspect and review the student's education records. Parents or eligible students should submit to the school principal or appropriate school official a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The school official will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

· The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate, misleading or in violation of the student's privacy. Parents or eligible students should write the principal or appropriate official, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed and specify why it is inaccurate, misleading or in violation of the student's privacy. If the school decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the school will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

· The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the

· Student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her responsibility as authorized by the district. Upon request, the school discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

· The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the school to comply with the requirements of FERPA. Complaints should be directed to: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605.

Identification of Migrant, Homeless and ELL students:

It is the intent of the Wellsville-Middletown Elementary School to identify and provide all appropriate services to all students within its district that are children of migrant or homeless families or who are English language learners. The school will initiate identification of these students through survey question included on the medical/emergency contact form filled out by all students when registering for school.

nOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources of referral of applicants for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap in admission/access to, or treatment/employment in its programs and activities.

Any person having inquiries concerning Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI and Title IX is directed to contact Pete Nasir, Federal Program Coordinator, 900 Burlington Rd., Wellsville, MO. 63384, (ph#) 573-684-2047. Any person having inquiries concerning compliance with the regulations implementing Section 504 is directed to contact Sue Kuda, Section 504 Coordinator, 900 Burlington Rd., Wellsville, Mo. 63384, (ph#) 573-684-2017. These employees have been designated to coordinate institution’s efforts to comply with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, and section 504.]

Any person may also contact the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the institution’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, or Section 504.

Notification of Rights under the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)

PPRA affords parents certain rights regarding our conduct of surveys, collection and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical exams. These include the right to:

• Consent before students are required to submit to a survey that concerns one or more of the following protected areas (“protected information survey”) if the survey is funded in whole or in part by a program of the U.S. Department of Education (ED)–

1. Political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent;

2. Mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family;

3. Sex behavior or attitudes;

4. Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior;

5. Critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships;

6. Legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors, or ministers;

7. Religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents; or

8. Income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility.

•Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of –

1. Any other protected information survey, regardless of funding;

2. Any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screening required as a condition of attendance, administered by the school or its agent, and not necessary to protect the immediate health and safety of a student, except for hearing, vision, or scoliosis screenings, or any physical exam or screening permitted or required under State law; and

3. Activities involving collection, disclosure, or use of personal information obtained from students for marketing or to sell or otherwise distribute the information to others.

•Inspect, upon request and before administration or use –

1. Protected information surveys of students;

2. Instruments used to collect personal information from students for any of the above marketing, sales, or other distribution purposes; and

3. Instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum.

These rights transfer to from the parents to a student who is 18 years old or an emancipated minor under State law.

The Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District (WMR1) will develop and adopt policies, in consultation with parents, regarding these rights, as well as arrangements to protect student privacy in the administration of protected information surveys and the collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales, or other distribution purposes. WMR1 will directly notify parents of these policies at least annually at the start of each school year and after any substantive changes. WMR1 will also directly notify, such as through U.S. Mail or email, parents of students who are scheduled to participate in the specific activities or surveys noted below and will provide an opportunity for the parent to opt his or her child out of participation of the specific activity or survey. WMR1 will make this notification to parents at the beginning of the school year if the District has identified the specific or approximate dates of the activities or surveys at that time. For surveys and activities scheduled after the school year starts, parents will be provided reasonable notification of the planned activities and surveys listed below and are provided an opportunity to opt their child out of such activities and surveys. Parents will also be provided an opportunity to review any pertinent surveys. Following is a list of the specific activities and surveys covered under this requirement:

•Collection, disclosure, or use of personal information for marketing, sales or other distribution.

•Administration of any protected information survey not funded in whole or in part by ED.

•Any non-emergency, invasive physical examination or screening as described above.

Parents who believe their rights have been violated may file a complaint with:

Family Policy Compliance Office

U.S. Department of Education

400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20202-5901

Notice of Teacher Qualification

Our district is required to inform you of certain information that you, according to The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (Public Law 107-110), have the right to know.

Upon your request, our district is required to provide to you in a timely manner, the following information:

• Whether the teacher has met state qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction.

• Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived.

• Whether your child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

• What baccalaureate degree major the teacher has and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification.

In addition to the information that parents may request, districts must provide to each individual parent –

• Information on the achievement level of the parent’s child in each of the state academic assessments as required under this part; and

• Timely notice that the parent’s child has been assigned, or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by, a teacher who is not highly qualified.

Federal Programs Complaint Procedures for the

Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District

Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education

NCLB COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

The Federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB), Title IX Part C. Sec. 9304(a)(3)(C) requires the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (DESE) to adopt procedures for resolving complaints regarding operations of programs authorized under the Act, including Title I, Title II, Title III, Title IV (Part A), Title V, Title VI, and Title VII and Title IX, part C.

Who May File a Complaint?

Any local education agency (LEA), consortium of LEAs, organization, parent, teacher, or member of the public may file a complaint.

Definition of a Complaint

There are both formal and informal complaint procedures.

A formal complaint must be a written, signed statement that includes:

1. an allegation that a federal statute or regulation applicable to the state educational agency (SEA) or a local education agency (LEA) program has been violated,

2. facts, including documentary evidence that supports the allegation, and

3. the specific requirement, statute, or regulation being violated.

Alternatives for Filing Complaints

It is federal and state intent that complaints are resolved at a level nearest the LEA as possible. As described below, formal complaints filed with the SEA will be forwarded to the appropriate LEA for investigation and resolution. Informal complaints made to the SEA will be subject of an initial investigation by the SEA, but will be forwarded to the LEA if a formal complaint evolves. Precise processes in both instances are described below.

Informal and Formal Complaints Received by the Local Education Agency

Informal and formal complaints filed with the LEA concerning NCLB program operations in that LEA are to be investigated and resolved by the LEA according to locally developed procedures, when at all possible. Such procedures will provide for:

1. disseminating procedures to the LEA school board,

2. central filing of procedures within the district,

3. addressing informal complaints in a prompt and courteous manner,

4. notifying the SEA within 15 days of receipt of written complaints,

5. timely investigating and processing of complaints within 30 days, with an additional 30 days if exceptional conditions exist,

6. disseminating complaint findings and resolutions to all parties to the complaint and the LEA school board. Such findings and resolutions also shall be available to parents, teachers and other members of the general public, provided by the LEA, free of charge, if requested, and

7. appealing to the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education within 15 days

Appeals to the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education will be processed according to the procedures outlined in sections below.

Informal Complaints Received by the SEA Office

Informal complaints (i.e., verbal and/or anonymous) to the SEA by individuals (who may ask not to be identified to the LEA) concerning program operations in an LEA will be investigated by the SEA, according to procedures deemed most appropriate by the SEA, within 10 days of receipt of the complaint. Findings of this investigation shall be reported to the complainant within 10 additional days. In the event that the complainant requests further investigation or a hearing, the complainant must file a signed written complaint. This formal complaint will be processed according to procedures outlined in sections below.

Formal Complaints Initially Received by the SEA Office

1. Record. Upon receipt of a written complaint, a record of the source and nature of the complaint, including the applicable program involved in the complaint, statue violated and facts, on which the complaint is based, will be initiated.

2. Notification of LEA. Within 15 days of receipt of the complaint, a written communication will notify the district superintendent and the district NCLB coordinator of the complaint filed with the SEA. Upon receipt of the communication, the LEA will initiate its complaint procedures as set forth above.

3. Report by LEA. Within 20 days of receipt of the complaint, the LEA will advise the SEA of the status of the complaint resolution proceedings and, at the end of 30 days, will submit a written summary of the LEA investigation and complaint resolution. This report is considered public record and may be made available to parents, teachers, and other members of the general public.

4. Verification. Within ten days of receipt of the written summary of a complaint resolution, the DESE office will verify the resolution of the complaint through an on-site visit, letter or telephone call(s). Verification will include direct contact with the complainant.

Appeals

Appeal to the SEA

1. Record. Upon receipt of a written appeal to a complaint unresolved at the LEA level, a record of the source and nature of the complaint, including the applicable program involved in the complaint, statue violated and facts on which the complaint is based, will be initiated.

2. Investigation. The SEA will initiate an investigation within 10 days, which will be concluded within 30 days from receipt of the appeal. Such investigation may include a site visit if the SEA determines that an on-site investigation is necessary. By stipulation of all concerned, this investigation may be continued beyond the 30-day limit.

3. Hearing. If required by the SEA, or formally requested by parties to the complaint, this investigation will include an evidentiary hearing(s) before an SEA Division Director acting as chairperson and designated staff personnel. Conduct of such hearings will follow the procedures outlined in state rules. The hearing proceedings shall be tape recorded and the recording preserved for preparation of any transcript required on appeal.

Decision

Within 10 days of conclusion of the investigation and/or evidentiary hearing(s), the SEA will render a decision detailing the reasons for its decision and transmitting this decision to the LEA, the complainant, and the district school board. Recommendations and details of the decision are to be implemented within 15 days of the decision being given to the LEA. This 15-day implementation period may be extended at the discretion of the SEA Division Director. The complainant or the LEA may appeal the decision of the SEA.

Formal LEA Complaints Against SEA

1. Record. The SEA will record the source, and nature of the complaint, including the applicable program involved in the complaint, statue violated and facts on which the complaint is based.

2. Decision. The SEA decision will be rendered within 15 days of the complaint receipt. The LEA will be promptly notified of the SEA’s decision.

3. Appeal. The LEA may appeal the decision of the SEA to the SEA review board within 30 days of receipt of the decision. Procedures under the “Appeal to the State Agency Review Board” section will be followed.

4. Second Appeal. An applicant has the right to appeal the decision of the SEA Review Board to the U.S. Secretary of Education. The applicant shall file written notice of the appeal with the Secretary within 20 days after the applicant has been notified by the SEA of its decision.

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Grievance and Complaint Procedures

If at any time a patron of the Wellsville-Middletown (WMR1) Elementary school has a concern or grievance with the school, they are encouraged to report and/or file their concern, in writing, with the Elementary Principal’s office or the Superintendent’s office. Included in this report should be the time, date, location and individuals involved with the issue.

In the event that neither the Principal nor the Superintendent can resolve the issue, a written request to present the issue to the WMR1 school board can be made in writing through the Superintendent’s office or by mailing the request to:

Wellsville-Middletown R-I Board of Education

900 Burlington Road

Wellsville, Mo. 63384

Earthquake Safety for Missouri’s Schools

The New Madrid Seismic Zone Extends 120 Miles Southward from the area of Charleston, Missouri, and Cairo, Illinois, through New Madrid and Caruthersville, following Interstate 55 to Blytheville and on down to Marked Tree, Arkansas. The NMSZ consists of a series of large, ancient faults that are buried beneath thick, soft sediments. These faults cross five state lines and cross the Mississippi River in three places and the Ohio River in two places.

The New Madrid Seismic Zone and surrounding region is Active, Averaging More than 200 Measured Events per Year (Magnitude 1.0 or greater), about 20 per month. Tremors large enough to be felt (Magnitude 2.5 – 3.0) are noted every year. The fault releases a shock of 4.0 or more, capable of local minor damage, about every 18 months. Magnitudes of 5.0 or greater occur about once per decade. They can cause significant damage and be felt in several states.

The Highest Earthquake Risk in the United States outside the West Coast is in the New Madrid Seismic Zone. Damaging temblors are not as frequent as in California, but when they do occur, the destruction covers over more than 20 times the area due to the nature of geologic materials in the region. The 1968 5.5 magnitude Dale, Illinois earthquake toppled chimneys and caused damage to un-reinforced masonry in the St. Louis area, more than 100 miles from the epicenter. A 5.2 magnitude earthquake in April 2008 in southeast Illinois, did not cause damage in Missouri, but was felt across much of the state.

A Damaging Earthquake in this Area, which experts say is about a 6.0 magnitude event, occurs about once every 80 years (the last one in 1895 was centered near Charleston, Missouri). There is estimated to be a 25-40% chance for a magnitude 6.0 – 7.5 or greater earthquake along the New Madrid Seismic Zone in a 50-year period according to the U.S. Geological Survey reports. The results would be serious damage to un-reinforced masonry buildings and other structures from Memphis to St. Louis. We are certainly overdue for this type of earthquake!

A Major Earthquake in this Area - the Great New Madrid Earthquake of 1811-12 was actually a series of over 2000 shocks in five months, with several quakes believed to be a 7.0 Magnitude or higher. Eighteen of these rang church bells on the Eastern seaboard. The very land itself was destroyed in the Missouri Bootheel, making it unfit even for farming for many years. It was the largest release of seismic energy east of the Rocky Mountains in the history of the U.S. and was several times larger than the San Francisco quake of 1906.

When Will Another Great Earthquake the Size of Those in 1811-12 Happen? Several lines of research suggest that the catastrophic upheavals like those in 1811-12 visit the New Madrid region every 500-600 years. Hence, emergency planners, engineers, and seismologists do not expect a repeat of the intensity of the 1811-12 series for at least 100 years or more. However, even though the chance is remote, experts estimate the chances for a repeat earthquake of similar magnitude to the 1811-1812 New Madrid earthquakes over a 50-year period to be a 7 - 10% probability.

What Can We Do to Protect Ourselves? Education, planning, proper building construction, and preparedness are proven means to minimize earthquake losses, deaths, and injuries.

Prepare a Home Earthquake Plan

Choose a safe place in every room--under a sturdy table or desk or against an inside wall where nothing can fall on you.

Practice DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON at least twice a year. Drop under a sturdy desk or table, hold onto the desk or table with one hand, and protect the back of the head with the other hand. If there's no table or desk nearby, kneel on the floor against an interior wall away from windows, bookcases, or tall furniture that could fall on you and protect the back of your head with one hand and your face with the other arm.

Choose an out-of-town family contact.

Take a first aid class from your local Red Cross chapter. Keep your training current.

Get training in how to use a fire extinguisher from your local fire department.

Inform babysitters and caregivers of your plan.

Eliminate Hazards

Consult a professional to find out additional ways you can protect your home, such as bolting the house to its foundation and other structural mitigation techniques.

Bolt bookcases, china cabinets and other tall furniture to wall studs.

Install strong latches on cupboards.

Strap the water heater to wall studs.

Prepare a Disaster Supplies Kit for Home and Car

First aid kit and essential medications.

Canned food and can opener.

At least three gallons of water per person.

Protective clothing, rainwear, and bedding or sleeping bags.

Battery-powered radio, flashlight, and extra batteries.

Special items for infant, elderly, or disabled family members.

Written instructions for how to turn off gas, electricity, and water if authorities advise you to do so. (Remember, you'll need a professional to turn natural gas service back on.)

Keeping essentials, such as a flashlight and sturdy shoes, by your bedside.

Know What to Do When the Shaking BEGINS

DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON! Move only a few steps to a nearby safe place. Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you're sure it's safe to exit. Stay away from windows.

In a high-rise building, expect the fire alarms and sprinklers to go off during a quake.

If you are in bed, hold on and stay there, protecting your head with a pillow.

If you are outdoors, find a clear spot away from buildings, trees, and power lines. Drop to the ground.

If you are in a car, slow down and drive to a clear place (as described above). Stay in the car until the shaking stops.

Know What to Do AFTER the Shaking Stops

Check yourself for injuries. Protect yourself from further danger by putting on long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, sturdy shoes, and work gloves.

Check others for injuries. Give first aid for serious injuries.

Look for and extinguish small fires. Eliminate fire hazards. Turn off the gas if you smell gas or think it is leaking. (Remember, only a professional should turn it back on.)

Listen to the radio for instructions

Expect aftershocks. Each time you feel one, DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON!

Inspect your home for damage. Get everyone out if your home is unsafe.

Use the telephone only to report life-threatening emergencies.

The information contained in the flier was extracted from the American Red Cross website http://www.redcross.org/services/prepare/0,1082,0_241_,00.html, Missouri State Emergency Management Agency website (http://sema.dps.mo.gov/EQ.htm) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency website (http://www.fema.gov/hazard/earthquake). This flier could be distributed by school districts to each student annually to satisfy the requirements of RSMo 160.455

wELLSVILLE-mIDDLETOWN eLEMENTARY hANDBOOK

Arrival & Departure

The Wellsville-Middletown Elementary School day begins at 8:15a.m. Arrival to school should be after 7:50a.m. Supervision of students will begin at 7:50am daily on school days. Students should not arrive at school before 7:50am.

Only students riding the bus are to enter and exit the elementary building through the north gym double doors. All other students should enter the elementary building through the glass double doors off the circle drive. Parents dropping off or picking up students at school should use the circle drive in front of the double glass doors.

Students that do not ride the school bus must be picked up at 3:15 p.m. unless other arrangements have been made with the school. These arrangements must be in writing unless they are in response to an emergency, in which case a phone call will suffice.

Dismissal of Students

The school day will end at 3:15 p.m.

If it is necessary for a student to be released from school before the end of the day the parent or designated person must come to the office and sign the child out of school in order for the child to be released. The school reserves the right to refuse to dismiss a student to any person who cannot provide adequate identification.

Early Dismissal/Delay in Starting

Due to inclement weather it is sometimes necessary to alter the school starting or ending time. Should this occur, announcements will be made over KXEO 1040 AM or KWWR95.7 FM and KMCR 103.9 FM radio stations and local television channels 8, 13 and 17.

Assemblies

Assemblies are designed to provide students with an enriching experience that will help them fully develop their high school career. Assemblies are an extension of the classroom and students are to conduct themselves accordingly at all times. Students who abuse their privileges will be disciplined according to the discipline policy.

Attendance

A child’s success in school depends on regular and punctual attendance. A child who is not in the classroom by 8:15 a.m. is late for school. When students are brought to school after 8:15a.m., it is important that the adult, who brings them, comes to the office to sign them in. This insures the safety of the student and lets the school know that the child’s parent is aware of where they have been.

Any student who misses more than four (4) days of school during any one semester will not be allowed to make up or receive credit for the work missed unless the procedures stated within the Attendance Policy are followed by the student or their parent.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Each student is allowed up to four (4) absences per semester. Students absent due to out-of-school suspension will have those days counted toward their total allowable absences per semester.
Each student will be allowed to make up work missed through the 4^th absence from school and receive full credit for that work unless the absence was due to truancy or out of school suspension. All make-up work must be completed within a number of school days not to exceed the number of days absent. Students are responsible for securing and doing the make-up work.
After accumulating 4 absences, a student and parent may make a request to the principal for additional absences. The principal’s decision may be appealed in writing to the attendance committee. A written request for an appeal must be made to the principal.

The attendance committee will consist of 3 faculty members, the counselor and the principal. The principal will not vote.
The attendance committee will decide whether granting additional absences is justified and whether the previous absences were warranted. Reasons such as medical problems, death in the family and serious family problems will be accepted. In cases of questionable excuses, the burden of proof will be on the parent/guardian. The attendance committee will determine if additional make-up work credit will be allowed. Absences due to personal reasons will not be excused. Documentation must include an explanation for the absences.

Students will be informed of their right to appeal when it is reported that they have more than 4 absences.
**Parents/guardians MUST call the elementary office by 10:00AM the day of their student’s absence, stating the reason for the absence. This is to ensure the safety of each child. If we do not hear from a parent, our office will attempt to make a phone contact to ensure parent/guardians are aware the child is absent.
Students who are absent for ten (10) consecutive days are dropped from the rolls of Wellsville-Middletown R-1 Schools.

Tardiness (being late to school) will be documented on a child’s attendance record. Frequent tardiness will result in a conference with the parents.

Perfect Attendance

In order to be eligible for the Elementary Perfect Attendance Award, a student must be considered present and accounted for every minute that school is in session.

Birthdays

If your child wishes to bring treats to share with the class to celebrate his/her birthday, please notify the classroom teacher in advance. All treats must be commercially prepared and wrapped. An alternative to this may be to purchase a book for the school or classroom library in honor of your child. A bookplate with your child’s name and date would be placed in the book. Contact your child’s classroom teacher to make the appropriate arrangements.

Books

The original text and workbook will be issued to students free of charge. Students are responsible for all books issued to them and will be charged the replacement cost of any book lost, stolen or damaged.

Bus Transportation and Safety

All students living more than one-half mile from school are provided transportation.

Buses will load and unload students from the NORTH side of the school building. Only students riding the bus will enter and exit through the elementary gym/cafeteria double doors.

Students who wish to change their bus route or bus stop must contact the superintendent’s office at 684-2428. Due to how full most of the school’s buses are, route and bus stop changes will not be allowed, unless they are permanent or long-term. Any and all changes must be pre-approved by the superintendent’s office.

When a parent needs to have their child picked up by car instead of riding their normal school bus, written notice of this change should be received by the elementary office by 2:00pm. A phone call may be accepted if the school recognizes the caller.

For the general safety of our students NO ADULT that is not an employee of the school district will be allowed on the school buses. If a parent arrives at school at the end of the day and wishes to take their child off a school bus, they must check in at the office and ask that a school employee get their child for them.

Bus Rules and Discipline

1. The driver is in charge of the pupils and the bus. Pupils must obey the driver promptly.

2. Pupils must be on time. The bus cannot wait for those who are tardy.

3. Never stand in the roadway while waiting for the bus.

4. Unnecessary conversation with the driver is prohibited.

5. Outside of ordinary conversation, classroom conduct is to be observed.

6. The use of tobacco and/or drugs is prohibited.

7. Pupils are to stay seated and must not try to get on or off the bus or move about within the bus while it is in motion.

8. Pupils must not at anytime extend arms or head out of bus windows.

9. When leaving the bus pupils must observe the directions of the driver and cross a minimum of 10 feet in front of the bus.

10. Any damage to the bus is to be reported to the driver at once.

11. The driver has the authority to assign students to specific seats.

12. Students are required to observe the same level of behavior at the bus stop areas as in the classroom.

13. The seats are designed for three students and no student will stand.

14. No glass containers or animals are permitted on the bus.

Students of the Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District are under supervision of the district and must abide by school rules and policies while being transported to ensure safety to and from school. Behavior expectations at designated bus stops are the same as those on the bus.

Bus Misconduct - Any offense committed by a student on a district school bus shall be punished in the same manner as if the offense had been committed at the student’s assigned school. In addition, bus-riding privileges may be suspended or revoked.

Referrals to the principal for Mild/Moderate Misbehaviors would include:

· Excessive noise on the bus

· Horseplay

· Repeatedly out of seat

· Insubordination-refusal to follow request of any district employee

· Use of obscenities/inappropriate language, gestures or materials.

Consequences for mild/moderate misbehavior on the bus:

1^st referral: conference with principal/loss of privileges at school

2^nd referral: suspended from school bus for 3 days.

3^rd referral: suspended from school bus for 1 week.

4^th referral: suspended from the bus for the rest of the year.

Referrals to the principal for severe misbehaviors as listed in discipline policy will result in immediate suspension from the bus. The number of days suspended is determined by the principal.

A video recorder is located on each school bus and will record all activities on the bus. These video tapes may be used for disciplinary purposes, when necessary.

Cafeteria

Students are expected to maintain appropriate behavior during lunch time in the cafeteria; keeping the eating area clean and free of trash and remain seated until dismissed. They may talk quietly after they have finished their lunch.

Lunch and Breakfast Procedures

Each student (K – 6) will be issued a lunch card that will be kept in their classroom by their teacher. At the beginning of each lunch period, the classroom teacher will distribute the cards to their students. The students will present their cards to the lunch line attendant as they pick up their tray of food. Their card will be ‘swiped’ or read by the computer and their account will be charged for the meal. Students may add money to their meal accounts at the beginning of any school day. Their money should be put in a sealed envelope that has the students first and last name, their grade and the amount written on the outside of it. This envelope should then be placed in the wooden box in the cafeteria when the students first arrive at school in the mornings.

For students that eat breakfast at school, their names will be checked off by the food line attendant as the students receive their trays. The attendant will enter their meal information into their account on the computer.

Any student whose account balance falls below $5.00 will receive a written notice that their account is running low. Students whose accounts run out of money will be served a peanut butter sandwich and milk for their meal.

Hot lunches are provided for students at a cost of $1.50 per day. The breakfast price is $0.95.

Extra milk is available at a cost of $0.35 per carton.

If your child does not have permission to purchase extra milk or breakfast, a signed note must be sent to the elementary office stating this.

Any student who prefers to bring a lunch from home may do so. Home lunches brought by students will be stored in their “cubby” or locker (6^th gr.) until lunch time. Please send a nutritious and filling meal that does not require refrigeration. Student’s will not be allowed to consume soft drinks (soda pop) with their lunch, so please do not send them from home. Any unopened soft drinks will be taken to the office and then returned to student at the end of the school day. Opened soft drinks will be disposed of.

LUNCH SCHEDULE

First Shift Second Shift

11:00-11:20 Kindergarten 12:00-12:20 3^rd Grade

11:10-11:30 First Grade 12:10-12:30 4^th Grade

11:20-11:40 Second Grade 12:20-12:40 5^th Grade

12:00-12:20 6^th Grade (HS Cafeteria)

Care of Learning Materials

All textbooks, library books, and other educational materials are loaned to students for their use during the school year. These materials are to be kept clean and handled carefully. Students will be required to pay for lost or damaged educational materials.

CELL PHONES

Although we understand the convenience of cell phones, as a school, we believe they are not necessary or appropriate during the school day due to the potential for disruption, harassment, cheating, sexting and other issues. Under no circumstances should a cell phone be used to video or photograph others during the school day, on a school bus, or at school activities. If a student possesses electronic pictures or texts, the district can consider it the same as a hard copy possession. Possession of these materials may result in disciplinary action. From the time the student enters the school building to start their day until 3:15 p.m., cell phones should be neither seen, heard, or used. In unforeseen circumstances, students may gain permission from the office to use their cell phone IN the office.

· First offense: 2 days in-school suspension.

· Second offense: 1 day out-of-school suspension.

· Third offense: 3 days out-of-school suspension.

· Fourth and subsequent offense: 10 days of out of school suspension.

Refusal of giving up cell phone for any cell phone misuse infraction will result in 1-10 days of OSS.

Change of Address

If the last name, street address, telephone number or any other student data changes during the school year, please notify the office. This is very important in keeping school records up to date and also enables the school to contact the parent/guardian in case of emergency.

Closed Campus

The Wellsville-Middletown R-I School maintains a closed campus from 7:50 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on all school days. Only students, registered visitors, and school personnel are permitted on school property during school hours.

Counseling Information

The counseling department provides services designed to promote and facilitate the academic, vocation personal and social development of students. In order to meet students' needs, the counselor assists and works closely with parents, teachers, staff, administrators, and members of the community. The fundamental goal of school counselors is to enable all students to succeed to the best of their abilities. The counselor assists students with understanding and interpreting test results, career exploration and career path selection, self discovery, personal problems, and classroom difficulties.

Deliveries to Students

Any items to be delivered to students, including gifts or flowers, are to be dropped off at the elementary office. The students will receive a note to pick these items up in the elementary office prior to leaving school for the day.

Detention

Students behaving inappropriately may be assigned detention before or after regular school hours. Students may be given one day to make transportation arrangements. Failure to serve the detention may result in suspension. Students assigned to detention must use the restroom before entering detention. No talking or sleeping is allowed during the detention.

Directory Information

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires that Wellsville-Middletown R-1 Schools, with certain exceptions, obtain your written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from your child's education records. However, Wellsville-Middletown R-1 Schools may disclose appropriately designated "directory information" without written consent, unless you have advised the District to the contrary in accordance with District procedures. The primary purpose of directory information is to allow the Wellsville-Middletown R-1 Schools to include this type of information from your child's education records in certain school publications. Examples include:

A playbill, showing your student’s role in a drama production;
The annual yearbook;
Honor roll or other recognition lists;
Graduation programs; and
Sports activity sheets, such as for basketball, showing weight and height of team members.

Directory information, which is information that is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released, can also be disclosed to outside organizations without a parent's prior written consent. Outside organizations include, but are not limited to, companies that manufacture class rings or publish yearbooks. In addition, two federal laws require local educational agencies (LEAs) receiving assistance under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three directory information categories - names, addresses and telephone listings - unless parents have advised the LEA that they do not want their student's information disclosed without their prior written consent.⁽¹⁾

The district has determined that the following information regarding the district's students is not

harmful or an invasion of privacy and therefore will release this information without first obtaining

parental consent. If a parent, guardian, person acting as a student's parent in absence of a parent or

guardian, or the student (if 18 or older) does not want the district to release the information listed

below, they must notify the district in writing within ten (10) days of receiving this handbook.

The following information may be released without obtaining parental consent:

< Students in kindergarten through sixth grade -- Student's name; parent's name; date and

place of birth; grade level; bus assignment; enrollment status (e.g., full-time or part-time);

participation in school-based activities and sports; weight and height of members of athletic

teams; dates of attendance; honors and awards received; artwork or coursework displayed

by the district; most recent previous school attended; and photographs, videotapes, digital

images and recorded sound unless such photographs, videotapes, digital images and recorded

sound would be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy.

DISCIPLINE POLICY

The entire staff of the Wellsville-Middletown Elementary School has the goal of establishing an atmosphere throughout the school in which children will feel safe, secure, and happy, and in addition, have the maximum opportunity to learn. We strive to see that every child is treated with fairness and respect and the opportunity to learn. We will not permit anyone to be disruptive in a manner that interferes with the learning process for that child or for other children. Each classroom has rules and consequences that are part of a plan that we are confident will teach our children to be responsible for their actions and make this school year a positive and motivating experience. We are interested in excellent student behavior and expect the instructional staff to see that acceptable student behavior is carried through at all times.

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Each student has the opportunity for a free education in the most appropriate and least restrictive environment. While obtaining this education, the student has all rights afforded him/her by the United States Constitution and has a right to be educated in a safe environment conducive to learning. The student will not be discriminated against. The student will fully be informed of all school rules and regulations. Each student has the responsibility to achieve academically to his /her personal best. While in the learning environment, the student must respect the human dignity of others and their inalienable rights. The student obeys all applicable laws and carries only those materials which are acceptable under the law. The student agrees to accept the consequences of not abiding by these rules and regulations.

Each student has the responsibility to:

1. Study diligently and maintain the best possible level of academic achievement.

2. Know and adhere to rules and regulations established by the local Board of Education

and implemented by school administrators and teachers.

3. Respect the human dignity and worth of every other individual.

4. Refrain from libel, slanderous remarks, and obscenity in verbal, nonverbal and written expression.

5. Be punctual and present in the regular school program.

6. Dress and groom in a manner that meets reasonable standards of health, cleanliness, modesty, and safety. (See Dress Code)

7. Help maintain and improve the school environment, preserve school property and exercise the utmost care while using school facilities.

8. Refrain from disobedience, misconduct or other behavior, which could lead to any individual’s physical harm, or to the disruption of the educational process.

9. Respect the exercise of authority by school administrators and teachers and staff in maintaining discipline of the school and at school sponsored activities.

Mild infractions to the discipline code, such as horseplay, incomplete work or insubordination, may be dealt with by Principal/Student Conference, Time Out in the office, After School Detention or In-School Suspension.

Before a teacher sends a child to the office for one of these offenses, a parental contact will have already been made concerning this problem in a previous situation.

Due Process

All students will be afforded due process as guaranteed by constitutional provisions. The process will be in accordance with state law and with the provisions outlined in board policies and regulations on student suspension and student expulsion. Students will have knowledge of all charges against them and have the opportunity to present their defense on any incident in which they may be involved. If the student is dissatisfied with any decision he/she has the right to appeal through the following channels.

Principal
Superintendent of Schools
Board of Education

Appeals to the Superintendent of Schools and/or the Board of Education will follow board policy.

Corporal Punishment

Corporal punishment is authorized by law (RSMo 563.061) and approved by the Wellsville-Middletown R-I Board of Education. Corporal punishment will only be administered in compliance with all applicable state law and School Board Policies.

Reporting

School administrators shall report acts of school violence to teachers and school district employees with a need to know. In addition, any portion of a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) that is related to demonstrated or potentially violent behavior shall be provided to any teacher and other district employees with a need to know.

Teachers and school district employees who have a need to know will also be informed by the Superintendent or designee of any act committed by a student in the district which is reported to the district by a juvenile officer in accordance with state law. The Juvenile Office Report shall not be used as the sole basis for denying educational services to a student.

Any teacher who is aware of an incident in which a person is believed to have committed an act which if committed by an adult would be first, second, or third degree assault against a student or school employee , while on school property, buses or at school activities shall immediately report such incident to the principal. The teacher shall also inform the principal if a student is discovered to possess a controlled substance or weapon in violation of the district’s policy. The following definitions and terms apply to this policy:

Act of School Violence/Violent Behavior – The exertion of physical force by student with the intent to do serious physical injury to another person while on school property, including a school bus in service on behalf of the district, or involved in school activities.

Serious Physical Injury – Physical injury that creates a substantial risk of death or that causes serious disfigurement or protracted loss or impairment of any part of the body.

Serious Violation of District’s Discipline Policy – One or more of the following acts if committed by a student enrolled in the district:

a) Any act of school violence

b) Any offense which occurs on school grounds, on school buses or at any school activity which is required by law to be reported to law enforcement officials.

Any offense, which results in, an out-of-school suspension for more than ten (10) schools days.

Student Discipline Records

The Board of Education directs the superintendent or designee to compile and maintain records of any serious violation of the district’s discipline policy for each student enrolled. Such records shall be made available to teachers and other employees with a need to know, and shall be provided in accordance with state law to any school district in which the student subsequently attempts to enroll within five (5) business days of receiving the request. Personal identifiable student records will only be released or destroyed in accordance with state and federal law.

Confidentiality

Any information received by a school district employee relating to the conduct of a student shall be received in confidence and used for the limited purpose of assuring that good order and discipline are maintained in the schools. Any person who violates the confidentiality requirement on student records is guilty of a class B misdemeanor and the school district is subject to a civil action for damages including costs and attorney fees (167.020.7).

Student Code of Conduct

The Student Code of Conduct is designed to foster student responsibility, respect for the rights of others, and to ensure the orderly operation of district schools. No code can be expected to list each and every offense that may result in the use of disciplinary action. However, it is the purpose of this code to list certain offenses, which, if committed by a student, will result in the imposition of a certain disciplinary action. Any conduct not included herein, or an aggravated circumstance of any offense or an action involving a combination of offenses may result in disciplinary consequences that extend beyond this code of conduct as determined by the principal, superintendent and/or Board of Education. In extraordinary circumstances where the minimum consequence is judged by the superintendent or designee to be manifestly unfair or not in the interest of the district, the superintendent or designee may reduce the consequences listed in this policy as allowed by law. This code includes, but is not necessarily limited to, acts of students on school playgrounds, parking lots, school buses or at a school activity whether on or off school property.

1. Academic Dishonesty-Cheating by copying another student’s homework, quiz, or test, or enabling someone else to do so will not be tolerated.

This includes but is not limited to plagiarism.

First Offense: Conference, zero on assignment or test.

Subsequent offense: Conference, zero on assignment or test, 1-3 days of ISS.

2. Arson - Starting or attempting to start a fire or causing or attempting to cause an explosion.

First Offense: 11-180 days out-of-school suspension or expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

Subsequent Offense: Expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

3. Assault

a. Attempting to cause injury to another person; placing a person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury; physically injuring another person.

First Offense: In-school suspension, 1-180 days of out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, possible notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in the student’s discipline record.

Subsequent Offense: 11-180 days of out-of-school suspension or expulsion, possible notification of law enforcement officials and documentation in student’s discipline record.

b. Attempting to kill or cause serious physical injury to another; killing or causing serious physical injury to another.

First Offense: Expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

4. Bullying/Cyber bullying - Bullying is the intentional action by an individual or group of individuals to inflict physical, emotional or mental suffering on another individual or group of individuals. Bullying occurs when a student:

a. Communicates with another by any means including telephone, writing, or via electronic communications, intention to intimidate, or inflict physical, emotional, or mental harm without legitimate purpose, or

b. Physically contacts another person with the intent to intimidate or to inflict physical, emotional, or mental harm without legitimate purpose. Physical contact does not require physical touching, although touching may be included.

Cyberbullying includes the following: flaming, harassment, cyberstalking, denigration, impersonation, outing and trickery, exclusion, and cyberthreats.

First Offense: Students who are found to have violated this policy will be subject to a 10-30 day out of school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: 180 day suspension will be imposed for the second offense, while the third offense will result in expulsion. The superintendent may reduce the length of suspension for elementary school students based upon the facts in each case.

5. Bus Misconduct - Any offense committed by a student on a district-owned or contracted bus shall be punished in the same manner as if the offense had been committed at the student’s assigned school. In addition, bus-riding privileges may be suspended or revoked.

First Referral: Conference with principal/loss of privileges at school.

Second Referral: Suspended from school bus for 3 days.

Third Referral: Suspended from school bus for 1 week.

Fourth Referral: Off the bus for the rest of the year.

6. Disparaging or Demeaning Language - Use of words or actions, verbal, written, pictorial or symbolic meant to harass or injure another person; i.e., threats of violence or defamation of a person’s race, religion, gender or ethnic origin. Constitutionally protected speech will not be punished.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, in-school suspension, or 1-10 days out-of-school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: In-school suspension or 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

7. Disrespectful Conduct or Speech - Verbal, written or symbolic language or gesture directed at a staff member which is rude, vulgar, defiant, or considered inappropriate to public settings.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, in-school suspension, or 1-10 days out-of-school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

8. Disruptive Speech or Conduct, Insubordinate Behavior, or Gang-Related Activities - Conduct or verbal, written or symbolic language, which materially and substantially disrupts classroom work, school activities or school functions.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, in-school suspension, or 1-10 days out-of-school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: Detention, in-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record.

9. Use of Obscene Language - Use of words which describe sexual conduct and which, considered as a whole, appeal to prurient interest in sex, portraying sex in a manner offensive to community standards and do not have a serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value. This includes any type of cursing or other profanity.

First Offense: Detention, 1-3 day suspension or corporal punishment and/or loss of privileges, and parental

conference.

Second Offense: 3-5 day suspension.

Third Offense: 10 day suspension.

10. Drugs/Alcohol

a. Possession of or attendance while under the influence of or soon after consuming any unauthorized prescription drug, alcohol, narcotic substance, counterfeit drugs or drug-related paraphernalia, including controlled substances and illegal drugs defined as substances identified under schedules I, II, III, IV or V in section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act.

First Offense: 11-180 days out-of-school suspension, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

Subsequent Offense: Expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

b. Sale, purchase or distribution of any prescription drug, alcohol, narcotic substance, counterfeit drugs and/or drug-related paraphernalia, including controlled substances and illegal drugs defined as substances identified under schedules I, II, III, IV or V in section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act.

First Offense: 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

11. Extortion - Threatening or intimidating any student for the purpose of obtaining money or anything of value.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, in-school suspension, or 1-10 days out-of-school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

12. False Alarms - Tampering with emergency equipment, setting off false alarms, making false reports; communicating a threat or false report for the purpose of frightening, disturbing or causing the evacuation or closure of school property.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, in-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*; immediate report to law enforcement.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*; immediate report to law enforcement.

13. Fighting - Mutual combat in which both parties have contributed to the conflict either verbally or by physical action.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, in-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

14. Public Display of Affection - Physical contact that is inappropriate for the school setting, including but not limited to kissing and groping.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, in-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

15. Sexual Harassment

a. Use of verbal, written or symbolic language that is sexually harassing.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference, in-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

b. Physical contact that is sexually harassing.

First Offense: In-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension or expulsion, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

16. Theft - Theft, attempted theft or knowing possession of stolen property.

First Offense: In-school suspension or 1-180 days out-of-school suspension, possible notification to law enforcement officials, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

Subsequent Offense: 11-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

17. Technology Misconduct-Attempting, regardless of success, to gain unauthorized access to a technology system of information; to use district technology to connect to other systems in evasion of the physical limitations of the remote system; to copy district files without authorization; to interfere with the ability of others to utilize district technology; to secure a higher level of privilege without authorization; to introduce computer viruses, hacking tools, or other disruptive/destructive programs onto or using district technology; or to evade or disable a filtering/blocking device.

First Offense: Principal conference, 10 days loss of privileges.

Second Offense: Loss of privileges for a quarter and/or 1-10 days of ISS.

Subsequent Offense: Loss of privileges for a year and/or 1-10 days of OSS.

18. Threatening Language - Use of words or actions, verbal, written or symbolic to threaten injury to another person, i.e., threats of violence toward a student or staff member.

First Offense: Principal/student conference, detention, in school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension and/or possible documentation in student’s discipline record, and possible notification to law enforcement officials and superintendent of schools.

Subsequent Offense: In-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension or expulsion, and documentation in student’s discipline record and notification to law enforcement officials and superintendent of schools.

19. Tobacco

a. Possession or distribution of any tobacco products on school grounds, bus, or at any school activity.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference or in-school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension or 1-10 days out-of-school suspension.

b. Use of any tobacco products on school grounds, bus or at any school activity.

First Offense: In-School suspension or 1-3 days out-of-school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: In-School suspension or 1-10 days out-of-school suspension.

20. Truancy - Absence from school without the knowledge and consent of parents/guardian and/or the school administration; excessive non-justifiable absences, even with the consent of parents/guardians. Those students who have not yet attained the age of 16 and who are habitually absent and/or truant will be referred to the Montgomery County juvenile officer.

First Offense: Principal/Student conference or 1-3 days in-school suspension.

Subsequent Offense: 3-10 days in-school suspension.

21. Vandalism - Willful damage or the attempt to cause damage to real or personal property belonging to the school, staff or students.

First Offense: In-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension or expulsion, possible notification to law enforcement officials, and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

Subsequent Offense: 11-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student’s discipline record.

22. Weapons

a. Possession or use of any instrument or device, other than those defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921, 18 U.S.C. § 930(g)(2) or § 571.010, RSMo., which is customarily used for attack or defense against another person; any instrument or device used to inflict physical injury to another person.

First Offense: In-school suspension, 1-180 days out-of-school suspension or expulsion, possible notification to law enforcement officials and possible documentation in student’s discipline record*.

Subsequent Offense: 11-180 days out-of-school suspension, or expulsion, possible notification to law enforcement officials and documentation in student’s discipline record.

b. Possession or use of a firearm as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921 or any instrument or device defined in § 571.010, RSMo. or any instrument or device defined as a dangerous weapon in 18 U.S.C. § 930(g)(2).

First Offense: One calendar year suspension or expulsion, unless modified by the Board upon recommendation by the superintendent, notification to law enforcement officials, and documentation in student discipline record.

*Any offense which constitutes a “serious violation of the district’s discipline policy” as defined in Board

policy will be documented in the student’s discipline record.

Definition of Weapons

1. Firearm: As defined in 18 U.S.C. 921 (pursuant to Gun Free Schools Act of 1994);

2. Knife: Any dagger, dirk, stiletto, or bladed hand instrument that is readily capable of inflicting serious

physical injury or death by cutting or stabbing a person. (571.010.12, RSMo);

3. Switchblade Knife: Any knife which has a blade that fold or closes into the handle or sheath, and

a. opens automatically by pressure applied to a button or other device located on the handle; or

b. opens or releases from the handle or sheath by the force of gravity or by the application of

centrifugal force. (571.010.17RSMo.);

4. Knuckles: Any instrument that consists of finger rings or guards made of hard substance designed or

adapted for the purpose of inflicting serious physical injury or death by striking a person with a fist

enclosed in the knuckles. (571.010.1, RSMo.);

5. Blackjack: Any instrument that is designed or adapted for the purpose of stunning or inflicting

physical injury by striking a person, and which is readily capable of lethal use. (571.010.1, RSMo.);

6. Concealable Firearm: Any firearm with a barrel less than sixteen inches in length, measured from the

face of the bolt or standing breech. (571.010.2, RSMo.);

7. Firearm: Any weapon that is designed or adapted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive.

(571.010.6, RSMo.);

8. Firearm Silencer: Any instrument, attachment, or appliance that is designed or adapted to muffle the

noise made by the firing of any firearm. (571.010.6, RSMo.);

9. Explosive Weapon: Any explosive, incendiary, or poison gas bomb or similar device designed or

adapted for delivering or shooting such a weapon. (571.010.4, RSMo.);

10. Projective Weapon: Any bow, crossbow, pellet gun, slingshot or other weapon that is not a firearm,

which is capable of expelling a projectile that could inflict serious physical injury or death by striking

or piercing a person. (571.010.12, RSMo.);

11. Gas Gun: Any gas ejection device, weapon, cartridge, container or contrivance other than a gas bomb

that is designed or adapted for the purpose of ejecting any poison gas that will cause death or serious

physical injury, but not any device that ejects a repellant or temporary incapacitating substance.

(571.010.7, RSMo.);

12. Machine Gun: Any firearm that is capable of firing more than one shot automatically, without manual

reloading by a single function of the trigger. (571.010.11, RSMo.);

13. Rifle: Any firearm designed or adapted to be fired from the shoulder and to use the energy of the

explosive in a fixed metallic cartridge to fire a projectile through a rifled bore by a single function of

the trigger. (571.010.13, RSMo.);

14. Shotgun: Any firearm designed or adapted to be fired from the shoulder an to use the energy of the

explosive in a fixed shotgun shell to fire a number of shots or a single projectile through a smooth bore

barrel by a single function of the trigger. (571.010.15, RSMo.); and

15. Spring Gun: Any fused, timed or non-manually controlled trap or device designed or adapted to set off

an explosion for the purpose of inflicting serious physical injury or death. (571.010.16, RSMo.).

Safe Schools Act

(List of Referenced Felonies)

The policy shall require school administrators to report acts of school violence to teachers and other school district employees with a need to know. For purposes of this act, “need to know” is defined as school personnel who are directly responsible for the student’s education or who otherwise interact with the student on a professional basis while acting within the scope of their assigned duties. As used in this section, the phrase “act of school violence” or “violent behavior” means the exertion of physical force by a student with the intent to do serious physical injury as defined in subdivision (6) of section of the 565.002, RSMo, to another person while on school property, including a school bus in service on behalf of the district, or while involved in school activities. The policy shall at a minimum require school administrators to report, as soon as reasonable practical, to the appropriate law enforcement agency any of the following felonies or any act which if committed by an adult would be one of the following felonies:

(1) First degree murder under section 565.020, RSMo;

(2) Second degree murder under section 565.021, RSMo;

(3) Kidnapping under section 565.111, RSMo;

(4) First degree assault under section 565.050, RSMo;

(5) Forcible rape under section 566.030, RSMo;

(6) Forcible sodomy under section 566.060, RSMo;

(7) Burglary in the first degree under section 569.160, RSMo;

(8) Burglary in the second degree under section 569. 170, RSMo;

(9) Robbery in the first degree under section 569.020, RSMo;

(10) Distribution of drugs under section 195.211, RSMo;

(11) Distribution of drugs to a minor under section 195.212, RSMo;

(12) Arson in the first degree under section 569.040, RSMo;

(13) Voluntary manslaughter under section 565.023, RSMo;

(14) Involuntary manslaughter under section 565.024, RSMo;

(15) Second degree assault under section 565.060, RSMo;

(16) Sexual assault under section 566.040, RSMo;

(17) Felonious restraint under section 565.120, RSMo;

(18) Property damage in the first degree under section 569.100, RSMo; [or]

(19) The possession of a weapon under chapter 571, RSMo;

(20) Child molestation in the first degree pursuant to section 566.067, RSMo;

(21) Deviate sexual assault pursuant to section 566.070, RSMo;

(22) Sexual misconduct involving a child pursuant to section 566.083, RSMo; or

(23) Sexual abuse pursuant to section 566.100;

www.senate.mov.gov/00info/billtext/tat/SB944

Missouri School Violence Hotline and website:

Hotline phone number: 1-866-748-7047

Web site: http://schoolviolencehotline.com/

565.70 Assault, third degree

A person commits the crime of assault in the third degree if:

1. Attempts to cause or recklessly causes physical injury to another person: or

2. With criminal negligence causes physical injury to another person by means of a deadly weapon; or

3. Purposely places another person in apprehension of immediate physical injury; or

4. Recklessly engages in conduct which creates grave risk of death or serious physical injury to another person; or

5. Knowingly causes physical contact with another person knowing the other person will regard the contact as offensive or provocative.

Assault in the third degree is a class A misdemeanor unless committed under subdivision (3) or (5) of subsection in which case it is a class C misdemeanor.

Sexual Harassment of Students

Sexual harassment of students of either sex by employees or other students of the opposite or same sex is strictly prohibited in the Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District. For purposes of sexual harassment and sexual discrimination policies only, an employee includes any person employed by the district, and any student teacher, intern or school volunteer. A student is any person enrolled in the school district or in district instructional programs. Sexual harassment is defined as sexual advances requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature made by a member of the school staff to a student or when made by any student to another student when:

Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of student’s academic status or progress; or
Submission to or rejection of such conduct by a student is used as the basis for evaluating the student’s performance within coarse of study or other school related activity; or
Such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with a student’s educational performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational environment.
Such conduct has the effect of favoring another student.

Whether a student voluntarily submits to sexual advances or requests is irrelevant for purposes of this policy. Sexual harassment of a student by an employee or another student may include such things as sexually oriented jokes, remarks, cartoons, pictures, or letters; pressure for sexual activity whether written, verbal or through physical gestures; and physical contact such as patting or pinching.

Students who believe they have been victims of or have witnessed sexual harassment should report the incident(s) to any teacher, guidance counselor or school administrator. The staff member who receives the complaint shall promptly inform the administrator who is designated to investigate such reports, or the next level administrator who is not the subject of the complaint. Employees who witness sexual harassment against students shall immediately notify the designated administrator, or the next level administrator who is not the subject of the complaint. There will be no adverse action taken against a person for making a complaint of sexual harassment when the complainant honestly believes sexual harassment has occurred or is occurring or for participating in or cooperating with an investigation. Adverse action would include any form of intimidation, reprisal or harassment such as suspension, expulsion, termination, or change in educational conditions, loss of privileges or benefits or other disciplinary action. Any individual who retaliates against any employee or student, who reports, testifies, assists or participates in an investigation or hearing relating to a sexual harassment complaint will be subject to discipline. The appropriate administrator shall provide for a thorough, prompt investigation if the incident, and the investigation and written report shall be completed within a reasonable period of time. The district shall take disciplinary action where appropriate, up to an including suspension and/or expulsion of the student or suspension and/or termination of the employee, in order to ensure that further sexual harassment does not occur. No person who is the subject of a complaint shall conduct such an investigation. If the superintendent is the subject of the complaint, an investigation will be conducted by an individual authorized by the Board.

Any student found violated this policy by committing an act of sexual harassment or retaliating against a complainant or participant in the investigation shall be subject to disciplinary action including, but not limited to, suspension and expulsion. Confidentiality will be preserved consistent with applicable laws and the responsibility to investigate and address such complaints. If investigation of a student complaint results in reasonable cause to suspect that the student has been subjected to abuse or neglect, the matter will be reported in accordance with reporting child abuse. Students who believe that their complaint has not been satisfactorily resolved may utilize grievance procedure at the appropriate level.

Student Discipline Hearings

The Board of Education may originate student discipline hearings upon recommendation of the superintendent. In such cases, the Board of Education will review the superintendent’s report and determine whether to conduct a discipline hearing. In addition, student discipline hearings also will be held upon written request of the student or the student’s parents, to consider appeals from the student suspensions in excess of ten (10) school days, and will always be held in cases of suspension in excess of 180 days and in expulsions.

In all hearings, whether initiated by the Board of Education or by appeal, the following procedures will be adhered to:

1. The student and the parents/guardians will be advised of the charges against the student; their right to a

Board hearing; the date, time and place of the hearing; their right to counsel; and their procedural rights

to call witnesses, enter exhibits and cross-examine adverse witnesses. All such notifications will be

made by certified mail, addressed to the student’s parents or guardians.

2. Prior to the Board hearing, the student and the student’s parents/guardians will be advised of the

identity of the witnesses to be called by the administration and advised of the nature of their testimony.

In addition, the student and the student’s parents/guardians will be provided with copies of the

documents to be introduced at the hearing by the administration.

3. The hearing will be closed unless the Board decides otherwise. The hearing will only be open with

parental consent. At the hearing, the administration or their counsel will present the charges and such

testimony and evidence to support such charges. The student, his or her parents/guardians or their

counsel shall have the right to present witnesses, introduce exhibits, and to cross-examine witnesses

called in support of the charges. A licensed court reporter may record the hearing and prepare a written

transcript.

4. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Board of Education shall deliberate in executive session and shall

render a decision to dismiss the charges; to suspend the student for a specified period of time; or to

expel the student from the schools of the district. The administration or its counsel, by direction of the

Board of Education, shall promptly prepare and transmit to the parents/guardians written notice of the

decision. This shall include Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law.

Dress Code

Students are expected to attend school looking clean, neat, and dressed in a manner so that each student may share in promoting a positive, healthy, and safe atmosphere within the school. No student will be allowed to attend school wearing clothing which could cause disruption of the orderly academic process or which constitutes a health or safety hazard. This includes clothing that portrays tobacco products, alcohol products, drugs or drug paraphernalia, double meanings, or obscenities.

Examples of unacceptable dress are: Bare feet, bare midriffs, open backs, single strap tank tops, muscle shirts, short shorts, low necklines, tube tops, halter tops, sagging pants.

Students must wear appropriate shoes or boots. No house shoes or bedroom slippers.
Teachers of specific courses where safety or health is a factor may require certain clothing or certain adjustments to hair or clothing during class.
All shirts will be kept buttoned except when worn over another shirt as a layered look.
Any clothing worn shall not have writing, drawings, or emblems that are obscene, derogatory or that make inappropriate suggestive innuendoes.
No caps or hats or sunglasses may be worn during school.
Tops that hang excessively low below the neck or armpits will not be allowed.
No bandanas or other head gear allowed for boys or girls.
Undergarments are just that....UNDER garments.... They are not to show.
Pajama Pants, Spaghetti Straps and Halter Tops are not allowed...straps must be at least 1" wide.
Shorts MUST come down at least 4 inches from the top of the leg.
Extremely short or revealing shorts/skirts will not be permitted. A good standard is that the hem of the shorts/skirt should be at the fingertip with arms hanging at the individual’s sides.
No chains, collars or neck bandanas will be allowed.
Headphones, cell phones, beepers, skateboards, scooters, and any other such device are not allowed in school.
Parents and guardians should check each morning to see that your child is wearing acceptable clothing to school.
Students will be required to make changes to be in compliance with the dress code.

When in the judgment of the administration, a student's appearance or mode of dress disrupts the educational process; the student may be required to make appropriate modifications.

The final decision of inappropriate dress is left to the discretion of the administration.

Detention, ISS, or OSS assignments may result for repeat dress code offenses.

Educational Movies

Throughout the school year, teachers may select movies to show that will enhance the curriculum. For commercially rated movies, a parent permission slip will be sent home and must be signed and returned for a student to view the movie with the class. If the permission slip is not returned or parental permission is not granted, the student will be given an alternative activity to complete.

Electronic Devices

For security reasons and to insure a productive educational environment, electronic equipment including radios, CD players, headphones, cell phones, pagers, laser pointers, MP3 players, or any electronic media, should not be brought to school. If discovered in violation of school policy items will be confiscated and may require a parent conference before they are returned to the owner. The school district is not responsible for damaged, lost or stolen electronic devices.

Emergency Procedures

Instructions for emergency procedures are to be posted and reviewed by the teacher. Earthquake, fire, and tornado drills will be held. Drills are serious and it is essential that students be orderly and cooperative when one is in progress.

Extra Curricular Activities

Attendance

All elementary students attending extracurricular activities must be supervised by a parent or responsible adult.
Students must be in attendance at school for the entire school day in order to be eligible to attend and/or participate in any non-instructional or extra-curricular school activities, on that day. An exception to this may be made with prior approval of the student’s building administrator. If such an activity is held on a non-attendance day (example: Saturday, holiday), students must be in attendance the entire day prior to the activity to be eligible to participate.

Eligibility

Participation in extra-curricular activities is a privilege. Students who are selected to represent our school through various organizations and activities accept the added responsibility to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner. To be eligible to participate, the student must exhibit good citizenship at school, home and in the community.

Examples of behavior, which would terminate a student’s eligibility, would be:

Engaging in any illegal activity. This would include the use of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, shoplifting, etc.
Failure to follow rules, code, bylaws or constitution of an organization, team or activity.
Failure to meet state, national or local rule or bylaws.

Students who fail to meet the above requirements for participation will be ineligible to participate for a period of time not less than six weeks for minor infractions and termination for more serious infractions. Determination of the ineligibility time period will be at the discretion of the principal.

All students participating in any extracurricular activities must maintain a C- grade average quarterly. Modifications will be made according to law for special education individuals. An extracurricular activity is any activity that is not grade related.

Students who fail to meet the above requirements will be ineligible for one quarter.

Students must be in attendance at school for the entire school day in order to be eligible to attend and/or participate in any non-instructional or extra-curricular school activities, on that day. An exception to this may be made with prior approval of the student’s building administrator. If such an activity is held on a non-attendance day (example: Saturday, holiday), students must be in attendance the entire day prior to the activity to be eligible to participate.

Faculty Workroom and Faculty Lunchroom

Students are NOT allowed in the faculty workroom or faculty lunchroom before, during, or after school, unless accompanied by faculty or staff.

Family Athletic Pass

Family passes may be purchased at a cost of $60. They will be available prior to the first home contest in August. Families must pay the fee and list the names of the family members to be included on the family pass. Children below the age of 5 are free. Children who have graduated from the 12^th grade must pay the regular admission charge for adults. Family passes are valid for WMR1 home events and do not include MSHSAA tournaments/playoff contests.

Field Trips

Expectations of behavior are the same on field trips as they are at school. Each classroom has its own method of determining how many parent volunteers are needed on the trip. Parents, who are selected, must ride the bus with the students and be responsible for the students they are assigned. Parents will not be allowed to follow the bus in their personal vehicle unless there is a medical reason documented and given to the office prior to the field trip. The parent must stay with the group at all times. Because the field trips are a school function, no smoking by parent volunteers please.

Gambling, Gangs and Gang Related Activity

The Board of Education of the Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District hereby adopts a zero-tolerance policy against gambling, gangs and gang-related activities in the schools of the district.

The district shall request the assistance of juvenile authorities and law enforcement in identifying the presence of gangs in the school district, and shall cooperate with juvenile authorities and law enforcement in identifying the presence of gangs in the school district, and shall cooperate with juvenile authorities and law enforcement agencies for the common purpose of eliminating and preventing gang activities in the school district and community.

Grade Reports

Grade reports will be distributed to students each mid-term and quarter. Parents/guardians are urged to call the office if the grade report is not received at home. It is the district’s intention for parents to know about failing work before the situation is irretrievable. Grade reports will be held by the principal’s office until all school debts are paid in full (i.e. Meal charges, lost or damaged books).

Teachers will be available for a conference after school or during their conference period.

Grading System

Standard Grading System:

93-100…….....A.................... 4.000

90-92.............. A-................... 3.666

88-89.............. B+.................. 3.333

83-87.............. B.................... 3.000

80-82.............. B-................... 2.666

78-79.............. C+.................. 2.333

73-77.............. C.................... 2.000

70-72.............. C-................... 1.666

68-69.............. D+.................. 1.333

63-67.............. D.................... 1.000

60-62.............. D-...................... 666

0-59.............. F........................ 000

Hazing

Student hazing is inconsistent with the educational goals of the Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District and poses a significant risk to the physical and mental welfare of students. Hazing of students, on or off school property, is prohibited and may result in suspension from school and from activity/athletic participation.

Health Services and Policies

The school nurse works for the Wellsville-Middletown R-1 School and provides a wide variety of services to the students of the district. A student health record is maintained, and parents are urged to report any special need, circumstance, or change in health history to the school nurse. The school nurse works to help ill or injured children, as well as, to protect well children from communicable diseases.

Administering Medicines

“Medication Permission” forms are to be used when any prescription or nonprescription medicine is to be given. Without this form, we will not be able to administer the medicine to your child. A prescription bottle may take the place of the “Medication Permission” form.

Safe and effective administration of medication by school personnel requires adherence to the following medical policy:

Prescription Medication:

· The student’s physician shall provide the school with a signed written request that the student be given medication during school hours. The request shall include the name of the student, the name of the medication, dosage, route of administration, and time medication is to be given. The prescription label will be considered equivalent of the physician’s order for medication.

· The parent/guardian of the student must sign a complete medication authorization form. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to inform the school personnel of any changes in the student’s health, change in medication or if the medication is to be discontinued. Note: Antibiotics that are to be given 3 times a day, can safely be given before school, after school and at bedtime. Therefore, the medicine should be given at home. This will also eliminate sending liquid medicine back and forth each day.

· Medication must be brought to school in the original manufactured labeled or most recent dated pharmacy labeled container.

· For the safety of students, students may NOT transport medications to and from school on the school bus or walking to school. Medications MUST be brought to school by a responsible adult.

· Medication brought to school should not exceed a 30-day supply. At the end of the school year all unused, unclaimed medication will be destroyed.

· Medication will be stored in a locked cabinet or refrigerated as appropriate in the nurse’s office.

· Medication must be dispensed from the original container and by the school nurse or school personnel who has received medication administration training. The first dose of medication should be administered by parents. (When students go on field trips, medication will be sent with the teacher in medication envelopes for that day.)

· A physician may recommend that an individual student, with a chronic (potentially life threatening) condition, assume responsibility for his/her own medication (such as inhalers) provided the following conditions have been met:

a. Parents/guardians have reviewed and signed a health care plan designed for the student.

b. The student’s physician has provided written certification that the student is capable of and has been instructed in the proper method of self-administering the medication.

· Parents/guardians of the student must sign a statement acknowledging the district shall incur no liability as a result of any injury arising from the student’s self-administration of medications. Required forms are available in the nurse’s office.

· Medication will be administered only at the student’s lunch time. It is the student’s responsibility to go to the health room for the administration of medications.

· The school district retains the right to reject requests for administering medication.

Non-prescription Medication

· Oral medication that is non-prescription may be administered under the supervision of the school nurse and/or principal’s designee if authorized by the parent. For the safety of student, non-prescription medication may not be transported to and/or from school by students. A responsible adult MUST bring the medication to school.

· Parents/guardians shall authorize school personnel to give non-prescription medication by completing an authorization form available in the school office.

Illness of Students

Students with any of the following symptoms should be kept home from school: vomiting, diarrhea, or fever more than 100 degrees. Your child will be sent home from school if he/she is exhibiting these symptoms at school. The child should not return to school until he/she is symptom-free for 24 hours.

Head Lice (Policy Revised 8/12/99)

All students found to have evidence of head lice infestation (lice or nits) will be excluded from school attendance until all nits have been removed and the school nurse has checked them for return. Students found to have infestation must be picked up from school by the parent immediately. Parents will be given written materials that explain the reasons for exclusion, methods to treat the infestation on the hair, and steps to follow in the home. There are several products on the market for treating head lice. As long as the child is treated and returns to school without evidence of nits, he/she will not be required to see a physician. There are some head lice treatments that require a physician’s prescription, but that will be the parent’s choice.

The child will not be allowed to ride the bus when returning to school following head lice exclusion until he/she has been checked by the school nurse or an appointed staff member and is cleared for his/her return to school. Therefore, parents will need to bring the child to school on the day he/she returns. When checked, after treatment, the child should have no evidence of nits. Any evidence of nits will require further exclusion. A log will be kept and those children who have been excluded and returned to school will be re-examined in ten days to ensure that they remain free of infestation. There will be quarterly checks by the school nurse. A letter will be sent home with all students affected, as determined by the school nurse and/or building administrators, when a case of head lice is found.

Because students miss school when head lice infestation is found and treated, it is extremely important that parents take care to treat their family and home properly. Repeated cases will be reported to Childrens Division.

Scabies (Policy Adopted 4/13/89)

All students found to have evidence or symptoms of a scabies infestation will be excluded from school attendance until treatment has been received: The student will be excluded one day for treatment and an additional day to allow full effect of treatment. In effect, two days of no school attendance as recommended by the Department of Health, Infection Control Department.

Written notification from the prescribing doctor must be presented upon return to school or the student will not be admitted to school. The notification must show that the student has been treated by a physician.

Parents will be given reason for exclusion from school, recommendations for the treatment, and have cleaning suggestions to avoid the spread of the infection.

The student will be examined by the school nurse following return to school. The school nurse will do a re-examination after five (5) days following the return to school.

Immunization

All enrolled students must be appropriately immunized or in the process of being immunized. Students cannot attend school unless they are in compliance with the immunizations requirements. Failure to comply will result in exclusion from school.

Kindergarten students, first grade students who did not attend kindergarten, seventh grade students and all new students to the district must have a physical examination as required by the Wellsville-Middletown R-I Board of Education. These are to be turned in at enrollment or the first day of school. Athletic physicals will be accepted.

Health forms may be obtained from the principal’s office at either the elementary or high school.

State birth certificates should be presented at registration if they have not been previously recorded.

Missouri law regarding immunization of a child reads: “It is unlawful for any child to attend school unless the child has been immunized and can provide satisfactory evidence of the immunization or unless the parent or guardian has signed and placed on file a statement of medical or religious exemption with the school according to state law. All students in noncompliance must be excluded.”

All new students to the Wellsville-Middletown R-1 School District must present their immunization record at the time of enrollment. This must include month, day and year vaccine was received.

Personal Hygiene and Human Development

The Wellsville-Middletown school nurse will provide instruction and information concerning personal hygiene and human development to the students in the fourth, fifth and sixth grades. Some aspects of human sexuality may be included in these lessons. Information on the content of the specific lessons will be sent home before the lessons are presented to the students. Parents and guardians have the right to remove their student from any part or all of theses lessons. This may be done by written notice or a phone call to the elementary office at 573-684-2047.

Homework

Parents may request homework assignments by telephoning the elementary at 573-684-2047 or the high school at 573-684-2017 before 10:00 a.m. Assignments can be picked up at the principal’s office. Homework assignments are to be picked up by 3:30 p.m.
Students who fail to turn in completed homework assignments will be referred to the designated after school homework session by their classroom teacher. Parents will be consulted for their advice and consent prior to the student being assigned to a homework session.

In-School Suspension

Definition: In-school suspension (ISS) at Wellsville-Middletown R-I is the assignment of a student to a self-contained classroom situation for a specific period of time.

Purpose: The purpose is intended to influence the modification of student behavior which is disruptive and detrimental to the educational process of the school. In addition, it gives the student a chance to continue the learning process through the productive use of the allotted time.

Offenses: ISS will be used to cover offenses which require more than a reprimand but may not demand suspension from school or expulsion.
Placement in ISS: Students may be placed in ISS by the principal.
Preparation for ISS: Students will be informed of the dates of their assignment to ISS. Lesson assignments will be collected from each of the student’s teachers for completion during the ISS day.
Reporting to ISS: Students assigned to ISS will be required to report to the Elementary Office on the assigned day.
ISS Day: The student who is in ISS will not be allowed to participate in normal school day procedure. The student may leave the room by permission only. Visiting will not be allowed and class assignments are to be completed. Before or after school activities are not affected.
Class Assignments: Students will be required to finish the lesson assignments to the satisfaction of the ISS instructor before the ISS is considered complete. The student is responsible for making up all class work which has been missed and will receive credit for all work completed satisfactorily.
Completion of ISS: The ISS instructor will determine if the requirements have been met satisfactorily and will recommend releasing the student to regular classes.
Discipline: If the student fails to adhere to ISS rules and becomes a discipline problem, he/she will be given a three-day suspension.
Not Completing ISS: If the assignments are not completed satisfactorily on the day assigned, the student will be referred to the principal for further action.
Absence: A student absence on his/her ISS assignment date results in additional disciplinary action.

Invitations

If a student wishes to distribute invitations to classmates for a non-school function, invitations must be offered to all the students in the class. If it is not the intent to invite all the members of the student’s class, then an alternate means, not at the school, must be found to distribute the invitations.

Library

Elementary students will visit the library each week to check out, return, and renew library books. First grade through sixth grade students may have two books checked out at a time; kindergarten students are allowed one book. Books are overdue after two weeks and overdue notices will be handed out on a regular basis. If a book is lost or is returned in poor condition, the book must be paid for in order for the student to receive his or her report card at the end of the current quarter. If the price of the book cannot be determined, the replacement cost is $5. The money will be refunded if the lost book is found and returned in good condition.

Lockers and Cubbies

Lockers and cubbies are provided for the convenience of the students. The lockers and cubbies are the property of Wellsville-Middletown R-I School District. The district reserves the right to assign, reassign, or terminate the use of lockers and cubbies at any time. Lockers and cubbies may be searched, with or without the permission of the student, when there is reasonable cause for a search.

Due to the attraction of insects and the potential for health and cleanliness problems, students are asked not to keep food or beverage containers in their lockers. Do not place balloons or other decorations on the outside of the locker. Students are expected to keep their lockers in a clean and orderly condition.

Lost and Found

Clothing, book bags, lunch boxes, and other items belonging to the student should be clearly marked with the child’s name. This will help in identifying lost items. Articles found in and around the school should be turned in to the office, where the owner may claim the property by identifying it. Any lost and found items not claimed by the last school day of each semester will be disposed of at the school’s discretion.

Make-up Work

One make-up day will be allowed for each day of absence. It is the student’s responsibility to ask the teacher for make-up assignments. When a test or assignment was announced during the student’s presence in class, he/she will be required to take the test or hand in the assignment on the date designated. Students will not be permitted to make up assignments or tests in the event they have exceeded four absent days and not appealed to the attendance committee.

MoVIP

The MoVIP Mission is to provide equity to all Missouri schools, provide access to all Missouri students, and supplement the district curriculum. The program targets students who are:

· Credit advancement seekers

· Credit recovery (22 to 24 credits required)

· Home schooled and private students

· Homebound and special education

· Scheduling conflicts within school

· Course(s) not offered by district

· Expulsions http://www.dese.mo.gov/divimprove/curriculum/movip/index.html

Out- of- School Suspension

Students are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the rules, regulations, procedures and policies as set forth in all Board approved documents, including but not limited to the Wellsville-Middletown School Board Policies, Parent/Student Handbooks, administrative directives and any applicable local, state or federal laws. Failure to do so may result in a student’s suspension or expulsion from school.

A building principal may suspend a student for a period not to exceed ten (10) school days. Suspension shall immediately be reported in writing to the Superintendent who may revoke or reduce the suspension if the Superintendent concludes that circumstances warrant such action.

When a student is suspended, the principal/designee shall attempt to reach the student’s parent/guardian to inform them of the school’s action and to request that they come to school for their student. If the parent/guardian is unable to come for the student, the principal/designee may ask the parent/guardian for permission to send the student home. If the parent/guardian cannot be reached or if the above request is refused, the student must remain on school property until the close of the school day.

If the principal decides that a suspension in excess of ten (10) school days is warranted, the principal may petition the Superintendent for such suspension. No student shall be suspended by a principal or Superintendent unless:

The student shall be informed, orally or in writing, of the charge against him/her, and
If the student denies the charge, he/she shall be given an oral or written explanation of the facts which form the basis of the proposed suspension, and
The student shall be given an opportunity to present his/her version of the incident to the principal or Superintendent.

Any suspension shall be reported immediately, in writing, to the student and the student’s parent/guardian or others having custodial care of the student. A copy will be forwarded to the Superintendent.

A student who is on suspension may not, at any time during the period of suspension, be within 1,000 feet of any district owned property unless he/she lives within 1,000 feet of the school, has a parent with him/her, or has been requested by the administration to attend a meeting at the school.

A student who has been suspended from school will not be allowed academic credit for any school work missed or due during the period of suspension.

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Parent/teacher conferences are scheduled from 1 - 7 p.m. October 20, 2011. Pre-kindergarten teachers-twelfth grade teachers will be in their classrooms to meet with parents. Conferences are a positive way of establishing open communication between the parent and the teacher. Parents may also contact their child’s teacher to arrange an individual conference during the school year. All parents will be asked to come to school for Parent/Teacher Conferences.

Physical Exams

No student may participate in an athletic performance, practice or game until the physical exam form has been received. Sponsors and coaches are to determine from the physical exam form that all participants in their activity have been approved by a physical as being physically fit to participate; therefore, the exam form will be checked carefully for restriction the doctor may have placed on the student. Once the form has been checked by the coach/sponsor, it will be forwarded immediately to the athletic director, who will keep it as part of the individual student’s health record.

Physical exams are required for all students new to the district, all kindergarten and 7^th grade students upon entering school, and annually for all students participating in interschool athletics. Athletic physicals will be accepted in place of the school physicals for 7^th grade students. Any student entering the school system at any other time is required to have a physical examination by a doctor within the preceding year, or to obtain one.

Pledge of Allegiance

Schools shall ensure that the Pledge of Allegiance is recited in at least one scheduled class of every student no less than once a week. No student shall be required to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.

Report Cards (Grade Reports)

Report cards are sent home four times a year at the end of each quarter. However, if you should want to talk with the teachers at any time throughout the year you can call the office to schedule a conference.

Report cards may be withheld for reasons such as unpaid bills, damages, missing books, overdue library books, etc.

Safety Procedures

Wellsville Middletown R-I Tornado and Severe Weather Alert Procedures

In the event that a TORNADO or other severe weather warning is issued that requires WMR1 students to take cover, the following procedures should be observed.

1) The SIGNAL that indicates it is necessary to seek shelter from sever weather is a series of three (3) short bell rings or horn blasts.

2) Teachers will STAY CALM, direct your students to proceed to the designated area for your classroom, take your grade book and close your classroom door. If classroom windows are open, leave them open.

3) Avoid taking shelter against those portions of walls that contain windows or other glass fixtures such as shelves and trophy cases.

4) Students must face the solid wall; kneel down on the floor, place their hands over their heads and crouch as low to the floor as possible. Remain in this position until the All-Clear is sounded.

Avoid being immediately adjacent to or across from any wall with windows. Do not seek shelter against a wall below any sort of shelving. Do not block doorways and keep path clear down the center of the hallway.

Earthquake Procedures

If inside, Stay inside.

In classrooms or offices, move away from windows, shelves, heavy objects and furniture that may fall. Take cover under a table, desk or counter.
If a shelter is not available, move to an inside wall or corner, turn away from windows, kneel alongside wall, bend head close to knees, cover side of head and clasp hands behind neck.
If jackets or books are handy, hold these over head for added protection.
In gymnasiums, move to a corner of the gym that has the fewest overhead objects (lights, baskets, speakers, dividers, bleachers that might “extend” during an earthquake.
Remain in the drop and cover position until instructed otherwise by teacher or other supervising staff. (Down on knees, head down and hands over head.)
When so directed by administrative representatives or emergency response personal, evacuate the building using the fire drill evacuation procedures. Teachers take grade books.

If outside, Stay outside.

1) On the playground or en route to and from the building, move to an open space, away from buildings and overhead power lines.

2) Lie down or crouch low to the ground.

3) Keep looking around to be aware of dangers that may demand movement.

4) When a notice has been given to exit the building, report to the Building Evacuation Assembly Area for your classroom.

Fire Alarm Procedure

ALARM SIGNAL: Pulsing alarm (on-off repeating)

General instructions:

(1) Do Not Panic, remain calm in emergency situations.

(2) Report a fire immediately to the Principal’s office.

(3) All doors and windows are to be closed. Turn off your room lights.

(4) Students are to file out the designated exit quickly, but should never run or shove.

(5) Teachers take grade books.

(6) Teachers are to keep students at a safe distance until the all clear is given.

(7) Teachers are to take roll by name.

(8) Designated office staff will check with each teacher to make sure all students are present and then report to their respective administrators.

School Insurance

Enrollment forms will be distributed at registration to each pupil. Address all inquires to the KidGuard Plan Administrator:

PO Box 411216

Saint Louis, MO 63141-1216

1-800-350-1350

SEARCHES BY SCHOOL PERSONNEL:

Students or student property may be searched based on reasonable suspicion, and will be limited in scope based on the original justification for the search.

Law enforcement officials shall be contacted if the administration reasonably suspects that a student is concealing evidence of legal wrongdoing. Additionally, the school reserves the right to make use of dog searches conducted by law enforcement officials.

School Supplies

All elementary students should have a separate pair of P.E. shoes. Shoes with Velcro straps are preferred for Kindergarten and 1^st Grade students.
Supply lists for each grade level are available thru the elementary office.

Selling and Trading

Individual students are not to buy, sell, or trade any item on school property, while riding the bus, or while waiting at the bus stop without administrative approval.

Sending Money

When sending money to school, please place it in an envelope labeled with the student’s name, teacher’s name, the amount of money sent, and the purpose. Money not required for school should be left at home.

Special Services

The Board of Education provides special services for qualifying students. Parents may request an evaluation for their son/daughter by contacting the counselor or the special service director. Classroom teachers may also refer students for evaluations. Parents are asked for their input and permission to test. A student is placed in a special service program only with parental approval.

Student Participation in Statewide Assessments

Missouri state law mandates that school districts administer Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) tests. The results of the tests are used for diagnostic purposes to aid the school district in improving instruction and class activities. There may be additional local guidelines. The district must evaluate student progress after the initial assessment and report the progress in the aggregate at the building level as part of the annual report issued to patrons of the district.

The district is required to report only the scores of students meeting the district’s residency policy, and the report shall disclose student achievement data in such a manner that would not personally identify any student.

Telephones

Students may use the office phone only with permission from faculty or staff. For security reasons and to insure a productive educational environment, elementary students should not bring cell phones to school. Any cell phone found in the possession of an elementary student will be confiscated and may require a parent conference before it is returned to the owner. The school district is not responsible for damaged, lost or stolen electronic devices.

Toys, Gum, and Candy

Unless specifically directed to do so by a teacher, no students should bring toys, games, radios, balls, gum, candy, or other personal items not related to the purpose of school. Such items are disruptive to the instructional process and will be confiscated by staff members or the principal.

Use of Building After School Hours

Arrangement should be made with the principal for all school activities occurring after school hours. Non-school organizations wishing to use school facilities should contact the superintendent’s office and complete an application form before using the school building.

Visitors

If a visitor is scheduled during the school day, the principal’s office should be notified. All visitors must report to the school office upon entering the building. Trespassers will be prosecuted. Due to the disruption of the educational process, visitors accompanying students during the school day will not be permitted.

Every visitor must wear a visitor’s badge while in the building, and return it to the office when they check out of the building.

Entry into the elementary should only be through the double glass doors off the circle drive, on the east side of the school.

Walkers and Car Riders

Students that walk home or ride private transportation will be released from their classrooms after the school buses have left the building. This reduces traffic congestion and increases safety for our students. Students that are car riders must wait in the gym until an adult or older sibling comes for them to walk them to their vehicle.

Additional Sources of Information for Parents and Families:

Missouri Parent Information Resource Center (MoPIRC): www.missouri-pirc.org

Everyday Math: http://everydaymath.uchicago.edu/parents/index.shtml

Federal Programs Complaint Procedures Website: http://wmr1.k12.mo.us/webpage/FederalProgramsComplaintProc.htm

Local Legislators:

Blaine Luetkemeyer, U.S. House of Representatives: http://luetkemeyer.house.gov/

Jay Houghton, Missouri House of Representatives: http://www.jayhoughton.com

www.house.mo.gov/member.aspx?district=010

Go Tigers!

Member	Title	Term Expires

Caren Blaue Gary Chalfant	President Vice-President	April 2013 April 2012
Harlan Gilmore	Member	April 2014
Christine Rutherford	Member	April 2012
Phillip Peak Christine DeTienne	Member Member	April 2013 April 2014
Earl Burton	Member	April 2014

Mission Statement

Dismissal of Students

The school day will end at 3:15 p.m.

Early Dismissal/Delay in Starting

Due to inclement weather it is sometimes necessary to alter the school starting or ending time. Should this occur, announcements will be made over KXEO 1040 AM or KWWR95.7 FM and KMCR 103.9 FM radio stations and local television channels 8, 13 and 17.

Attendance

Lunch and Breakfast Procedures

Educational Movies

Field Trips

Invitations

Report Cards (Grade Reports)