St. Libory Elementary School
Ph. (618) 768-4923
Fax
(618) 768-4518
www.stlibory30.org
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www.stlibory30.org
“It’s Great to be a Saint!”
STUDENT HANDBOOK 2011 - 2012
The school day is from 7:55am to 2:50pm. The lunch period for grades K-3 is from 11:25am to 12:10pm and for grades 4-8 the lunch period is from 12:10pm to 12:55pm. For bus route information please call the school office. The school office is open at 7:45 am. Students should not arrive to school before 7:45am. Upon arriving at school all students will go to the multi-purpose room (taking a seat) or gym to wait until dismissed. When dismissed, all students may go to their classroom. Students are expected to depart when school is dismissed unless they are going directly to an after school activity.
As a protection to their children, parents are requested to contact the school whenever the child will not be in attendance by 9:00 a.m. If a call is not made, a written excuse signed by the parent will be required. Parents are asked to report to the school when a child has been diagnosed as having a communicable disease. Notices can then be sent home to the parents of other children who may have been exposed, so that they may be alerted.
PARENTS MUST SIGN IN STUDENTS WHEN THEY ARE RETURNING
TO SCHOOL AND THE STUDENT MUST BE SIGNED OUT WHEN THEY ARE PICKED UP FROM
SCHOOL IN THE OFFICE.
KINDERGARTEN -
FIRST GRADE: A child
must have 240 minutes of instruction for a full day and 120 minutes of
instruction for a half day. A child may
arrive at 10:00am or leave at 1:00pm and still attend a full day.
SECOND – EIGHTH GRADE: A student must have 300 minutes of
instruction for a full day and 150 minutes of instruction for a half day. A child may arrive at 9:00am or leave at
2:00pm and still attend a full day.
Days of absence in excess of ten (occurring at any point) during the school year will be excused with only a note or telephone call from a parent giving a valid excuse for the student’s absence. Absences accompanied by verification are not considered part of these 10 days. When a student has more than ten days of excused absence as the result of only a parent call or note, verification will be required for an excused absence. Verification may include but is not limited to doctor’s note or receipt, dentist’s note or receipt, obituary note or newspaper clipping. Without such verification the absence will be considered ‘unexcused’. No credit will be given for classwork assigned and/or completed during the time of absence and these days will be considered as truant.
Students are considered “tardy” any day they arrive
later than 8:00am. Students who
chronically arrive late hurt their educational progress as well as those in the
class. For this reason, students will be
assigned an after school detention when they have two unexcused tardies in one
grading period. Examples of excused
tardies would be the same as excused absences; medical appointments, illness,
family emergency, and previously approved family commitments.
When a tardy is necessary, please bring your child
directly to the office and sign him/her in.
They can then proceed directly to the classroom. It is appreciated that you not walk to the
room, because this can disrupt the educational process. Thank you for your cooperation.
ALL VISITORS INCLUDING PARENTS ARE REQUIRED TO REPORT TO THE OFFICE BEFORE PROCEDING TO ANY PART OF THE BUILDING. THIS IS NECESSARY IN PREVENTING DISRUPTION TO THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND ENSURE THE SAFETY OF OUR STUDENTS.
ENROLLMENT
Enrollment
of a new student requires, 1) Birth certificate, 2) Social security card, 3)
Immunization records, Medical exam (Kdg. & 6th gr.), Vision exam
(Kdg. & first time IL students), and Dental exam (Kdg., 2nd,
& 6th gr.), 4) Transfer form from an
ADDRESS CHANGE
Parents should notify the office as soon as possible if there is a change of phone number, emergency contact or address. It is crucial that the school is able to contact the parent in case of an emergency.
School Begins- 7:55-8:55am------------ August 22
First Full Day 7:55am-2:50pm--------- August 23
1:50pm Dismissal ----------------------- September 2
Labor Day-------------------------------- September 5
Teacher Institute------------------------ October 7
Columbus Day--------------------------- October 10
1:50pm Dismissal----------------------- October 27
No Student Attendance----------------- October 28
1:50pm Dismissal----------------------- November 10
Veterans Day---------------------------- November 11
No Student Attendance ---------------- November 23
Thanksgiving----------------------------- November 24 & 25
School Improvement Day- 7:55-11:25am December 21
1:50pm Dismissal---------------------- January 13
M. L. King Day------------------------ - January 16
1:50pm Dismissal---------------------- February 16
No Student Attendance ---------------- February 17
President’s Day------------------------- February 20
1:50pm Dismissal----------------------- March 16
1:50pm Dismissal----------------------- April 4
Spring Break----------------------------- April 5 – 9
Teacher Institute------------------------ May 22
Last Day of School--------------------- May 31 (Last Day of School May 23 if no Emergency Days are necessary)
Students in Pre-K, K, and 6th
grade are required by state guidelines to have current physical, dental, and
vision examinations. Physical forms are available in the school office. Please
abide by this guideline as the State of
Students
transferring from out-of-state or another
All students entering any grade must present proof of immunity for diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, polio, measles, mumps, and rubella, in accordance with the Illinois Department of Public Health Rules. This information is due the first day of school. Students transferring from other school districts will be considered in compliance until that time if all immunization requirements are not met or immunization information is not received, proof of immunity must be provided within three weeks. Appointments for immunizations will be accepted in lieu of proof of immunity.
Persons who object to immunizations due to religious beliefs shall present a signed letter indicating their objections to the principal, subject to approval by the administration and medical staff.
Students who are medically unable to receive immunizations must submit a letter from their physician certifying that the specific immunization is medically contraindicated.
SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM
Lunch costs for the 2011-2012 school year for K through 4th grade will be $1.85 and the cost for grades 5th through 8th will be $2.05. Payment may be made by the day, week, or month. Menus are prepared monthly for your review and sent home with the youngest student in the family.
Credit for lunch may be accumulated up to $40. Once a student reaches this amount, they will not be allowed to receive a school lunch until payment is made in full or a payment plan with the parents is agreed to by the principal.
LUNCH / MILK / SNACK PAYMENT
Primary grades have a daily milk break time each day at a cost of $5 per month. Payment for this milk is payable in advance by the 10th of each month. Students who do not bring in the $5 by the 10th of the month will not receive milk until complete payment is made.
SACK LUNCHES
Parents may send a bag lunch from home in lieu of purchasing a school
lunch. If so, be advised that the
vending machine accessible to students has nutritious, non-carbonated drinks,
such as low sugar, or 100 percent fruit juices, water, and lemonade. Milk is also available through the
cafeteria. Students are not permitted to
bring carbonated beverages (i.e. soda) when bringing a bag lunch from home
rather than purchasing a school lunch.
Shall be defined as a child subject to compulsory school attendance and who is absent without valid cause from attendance for 10% of the 180 regular days. Such cases shall be referred to the truancy office of St. Clair County.
School closings will be announced on KMOX (1120 AM on the dial) and TV Channel 2, 4 & 5. Closings will be made as early as possible. If it is necessary to close school during the day due to bad weather, every attempt will be made to contact parents prior to dismissal. It would be appropriate to make arrangements with someone to pick up your children if you work as you would not be available to cover the early dismissal. Inform the school as to who will pick up your children if school is closed early. This information would be most helpful in our facilitating communication with that designated individual.
The Consumable Supplies Fee for
all students is $60.00 per year. Please pay this rental at your earliest
convenience in the school office by September 3rd.
The School Board recognizes that when parents cannot or will not administer such medication to students during the school day, or when it is medically necessary to address the health needs of a student during normal school hours, school personnel will address such problems. Such medications will be administered by the school only with written permission from the parent including the doctor’s directions. A form is available for this purpose, and must be on file in the school office. The School Board further recognizes that is has a duty to obtain first aid or medical assistance to treat student medical emergencies, which occur during the school day or during school, sponsored activities. Students may possess medication for asthma or epinephrine auto-injector for immediate use at the student’s discretion, provided the parents have completed and signed a “School Medication Form”. Parents indemnify and hold harmless the District and its employees and agents against any claims arising out of students self-administration of medication or the storage of the mediation by school personnel.
HOMEWORK AND CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENTS
Homework and classroom assignments are designed to help the students' overall progress. It is very important that these assignments are finished on time. If a student consistently fails to complete the assignments, their grades will be reduced accordingly. It is the parent's responsibility to provide a place for the student to do the work and to make sure the student does the homework on time.
The educational progress of a student is directly affected by the teacher and parents. It is very important that teachers and parents work together to achieve the best possible student progress. Any time you wish to have a conference with a teacher, please contact the school office and a date/time will be arranged. Teachers normally are not available to meet for a conference without notice. “Dropping in” the classroom may seem convenient, but it can be very disruptive for the students in the classroom. Two Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled. The school secretary will schedule times, and work schedules will be accommodated as parents are assigned conference times.
REPORT CARDS AND PROGRESS REPORTS
Report cards are sent home four times a year after each nine-week period. The purpose of the report card is to inform parents of their child's progress in school. Parents should sign the report card and return it promptly to the classroom teacher. The parent's signature indicates that the parent has seen the report card. Parents are always encouraged to have conferences with their child's teacher to discuss progress, conduct, etc. We only ask that you call for an appointment to ensure the availability of the teacher.
At the midpoint of the nine-week grading period progress reports are sent home with the all students. Parents or guardians should sign the bottom portion and return it to their child's teacher. If, after the fifth day following the parents' receipt of a progress report, the child has not returned the signed form to school, a letter and duplicate progress report will be sent. Progress reports should be signed and returned to the principal's office. The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that proper communication between school and home is maintained.
The district tests twice a year. The Stanford Achievement Test is given in the fall and the Illinois Standards Achievement Test is given in the spring. The test results are available upon request in the school office.
Students should bring to school only those materials needed for class. All items should be marked with name and grade in case they are misplaced. The school will not accept responsibility for personal items brought to school. A lost and found area is located in or near the Office.
GRADING SYSTEM
This grading system is provided to bring about uniformity in grading to give all letters the same value and to establish a common meaning among students who receive these grades and parents who read the teacher's reports.
A = 96-100 B = 88-89 C = 80-82 D = 73-74
A-= 93-95 B-= 86-87 C-= 77-79 D-= 70-72
B+=90-92 C+=83-85 D+=75-76 F= 69 or below
+'A' grade is the honor grade and represents work for definitely superior quality.
This grade is reserved for the outstanding students; Completion of assignments on time, Positive contributions to class work, Quality and neatness in work, Evidence of ability to work independently.
+'B' grade represents work of excellent quality and is given to those who do work which is clearly above the average; Mastery of major portion of assigned work; Average class response; All work handed in on time; Indication of above average ability.
+'C' grade represents honest effort and an average degree of accuracy and success.
+'D' grade represents completion of the minimum required work.
+'F' grade is given when the student has not completed the minimum required work and/or the quality of the task is unacceptable.
Retention is based on poor
academic performance in the core subjects of Math, Language Arts,
The Board of Education of St. Libory CSD #30 in support of the aims of public education, believe that behavior of students attending public schools shall reflect standards of good citizenship demanded of members of a democratic society. Self-discipline is one of the important ultimate goals of education. The Board of Education believes also that, while education is a right of American youth, it is not an absolute right, it is qualified first by eligibility requirements. Pupils who fail to perform those duties required of them upon attendance in school may be excluded from the school.
-RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To attend school
2. To express his/her opinion in an appropriate manner
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3. To dress in such a way as to express personality
4. To expect that the school be a safe place
5. To be informed of and adhere to reasonable rules and regulations
6. To respect the rights and individuality of others
7. To refrain from gross disobedience or misconduct of behavior
8. To maintain the best possible level of academic achievement
9. To respect the exercise of authority by all school personnel
10. To refrain from libel, slanderous remarks, and obscenity in verbal or non-verbal expression
11. To dress and groom in a manner that meets reasonable standards of health, cleanliness and safety
12. To be punctual and present in the regular or assigned program
Note that this is not intended to be a source of student rights, but represents the general rules and policies of the district.
STUDENT RECORDS- FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
FERPA affords parents and students over 18 years
of age (“Eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s
education records.
a.
The right to
inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day
the School receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should
submit to the School principal a written request that identifies the record(s)
they wish to inspect. The School official will make arrangements for access and
notify the parent of eligible students of the time and place where the records
may be inspected.
b. The right to request the amendment of the
student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes is
inaccurate. Parents or eligible students may ask the School to amend a record
that they believe is inaccurate. They should write the School principal,
clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it
is inaccurate. If the School decides not to amend the record as requested, the
School will respond with the decision and advise of the right to a hearing
regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the
hearing procedures will be provided when notified of the right to a hearing.
c.
The right to
consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information contained in the
students 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 is a person employed by the School as an
administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including
health or medical staff and law enforcement unit; a person serving on the
School Board; a person or company with whom the School has contracted to
perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or
therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a
disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in
performing his/her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational
interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to
fulfill his/her professional responsibility. Upon request, the School discloses
education records without consent to officials of another school district in
which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
d. The right to file a complaint with the U.S.
Department of Education concerning alleged failures by St. Libory CSD30 to
comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that
administers FERPA:
Family Policy Compliance Office
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The student permanent record
consists of basic identifying information, academic transcript, attendance
records, accident reports and health record, and record of release of permanent
information. The permanent record shall be kept for 60 years after graduation
or withdrawal.The student temporary record consists of all information not
required to be in the student permanent record including family background
information, test scores, psychological evaluations, special education files,
teacher anecdotal records, and disciplinary information. The temporary record
will be reviewed every four years for destruction of out-of-date information
and will be destroyed entirely within five years after graduation or permanent
withdrawal.
Parents may copy any and all information
contained in either or both student records. There may be a small charge for
copies, not to exceed $.35 a page. This fee will be waived for those unable to
afford such costs.
The following is designated as public information
and shall be released to the general public, unless the parents request that
any or all such information not be release; students name and address, grade
level, birth date and place, parent's names and addresses, information on
participation in school sponsored activities and athletics, the students major
field of study, and period of attendance in the school.
A parent or student may not be forced by any
person or agency to release information from the temporary record in order to
secure any right, privilege of benefit, including employment, credit or
insurance.
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 exam. These include the right to:
· Consent before students are required to submit a survey that concerns one or more of the following protected areas if the survey is funded in whole or in part by a program of the U.S. Department of Education (ED); political affiliations or beliefs of the student or student’s parent; mental or psychological problems of the student or student’s family; sex behavior or attitudes; illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating, or demeaning behavior; critical appraisals of others with whom respondents have close family relationships; legally recognized privileged relationships, such as with lawyers, doctors, or ministers; religious practices, affiliations, or beliefs of the student or parents’ or income, other than as required by law to determine program eligibility.
· Receive notice and an opportunity to opt a student out of; any other protected information survey, regardless of funding; any non-emergency, invasive physical exam or screening 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 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; protected information surveys of students; instruments used collect personal information from students for any of the above marketing, sales, or other distribution purposes; and instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum.
These rights transfer from the parents to a student who is 18 years old or an emancipated minor under State law.
St. Libory CSD30 has adopted 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. Parents will be directly notified of these policies at least annually at the start of each school year and after any substantive changes. Parents of students who are scheduled to participate in the specific activities or surveys noted below will be directly notified, such as through U.S. Mail or email providing an opportunity for the parent to opt his or her child out of participation. 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; and 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
St. Libory School works in cooperation with Head Start and a Preschool Screening process to identify eligible students who are not currently receiving services. Once located, these students are placed in an appropriate program that meets their individual needs.
FAPE
is provided for all children with disabilities that are between the ages of 3
and 21 and who have not yet graduated from high school. At St. Libory School,
this includes grades PreK through 8th. Freeburg Community High
School District 77 serves older students. Special education services are
coordinated with the Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative. Programs are available for all handicapping
conditions; learning disability, behavioral disorders, speech therapy, early
childhood education, hearing impaired, vision impaired, and mentally challenged. Specific questions/concerns should be
directed towards the building principal.
PARENT TEACHER COMMITTEE
An active and supportive Parent Teacher Club (PTC) works for the benefit of all students. Activities include meetings every other month, Fall Festival and fundraising. For information, contact the school office for the current contact person's name and phone number.
BUS CONDUCT
When students are being transported to and from school on buses, they are as much a part of the school as though they were on the campus. The rules of good citizenship, conduct, and fairness should prevail. The superintendent shall be responsible for development of rules, etc. mindful of safety and safe operation. Only authority of the Superintendent, and only with advance notification may make denial of the privilege of riding the bus to the parents. Inappropriate bus behavior will be addressed through communication between the driver, principal, student, and parent. Consequences will be as follows;
First Notice: Conference with student / Written parent notification
Second Notice: Conference with student / Written parent notification / Suspension from bus riding privilege for three days
Third Notice: Conference with student / Written parent notification / Suspension from bus riding privilege
for seven days
Fourth Notice: Written parent notification / Bus expulsion hearing for the remainder of the school year held
with the Board of Education
In extreme instances, where a long-term or permanent suspension is being considered, the procedure outlined in the Illinois School Code shall be followed.
Students are expected to present an appearance that
does not disrupt the educational process or interfere with the maintenance of a
positive teaching/learning climate. Dress and/or grooming that are not in
accord with reasonable standards of health, safety, modesty, and decency will
be considered inappropriate. Specific examples are as follows;
·
Attire which
promotes obscenity, denigration of others, offensive language, drugs, tobacco
products, or alcohol.
·
Headgear shall
not be worn in the school building, except for a medical or religious purpose.
Students wearing a hat will be warned the first time, and the second time it
will be taken and returned at the end of the school year.
·
No clothing
considered to be revealing will be allowed. This would include, but not be limited
to, bare midriffs, certain holes in clothing, and low cut tops. Skirts and
shorts are to be no shorter than a students’ longest fingertip when they are
standing with their arms at their sides.
·
Pants should not
sag excessively nor expose undergarments.
·
Shirts having
bare backs, one-shoulder, or spaghetti straps may not be worn.
·
Footwear must be
a regular shoe-type item; ie. NO flip flops, crocks, or slippers.
These guidelines apply to all students, boys and
girls. First time offenders will be given the option to change into other
clothes or otherwise remedy the situation. Disciplinary action will be taken
with repeat offenders
Students must be in attendance a portion of the day of the event, with an excused absence the remainder of the day, in order to be permitted attendance to an extracurricular activity.
In the operation of the schools, it is hoped that the hallmark of the exercise of authority will always be fairness. Every effort should be made to secure understanding and acceptance of decisions that are made in good faith. At times there may be legitimate differences of opinion between student and staff member. The student should know that he/she and/or his/her parents have a right to a hearing and a judgment by persons other than the one with whom the disagreement lies. The school principal, if he/she is not involved, shall be the first recourse. The Board will extend to students their full rights as provided by law. It is the Board's desire that the exercise of authority necessary in a school setting be fair and that the student's rights be fully protected. Due process is outlined in the District Policy Procedure Book found in the Superintendent’s office.
Students have both the right and the responsibility to express school related concerns and grievances to the administration. For the discussion and consideration of a grievance, any student or group of students should request a meeting time and place with the principal. One faculty member of the student's choice may be present at such meeting(s). Such time and place will be designated upon request.
All students are required to take physical education. All activities in our program are appropriate for elementary school age students. All students must provide a pair of gym shoes to be worn only when playing in the gym (non-skid). If a child can not participate in physical activity parents should please send a note explaining the reason.
FIELD TRIPS
The
school seeks to expand the background of its students through experiences
outside the classrooms. Students are
afforded a variety of field trips, as all grade levels are eligible to take at
least one field trip each year. Parents/guardians
are encouraged to volunteer as chaperones on these outings by calling the
office or classroom teacher. Students
who have accumulated three (3) or more detentions per quarter and/or owe
money/fees in excess of $75 are not eligible to go on class field trips, but
will be provided with an appropriate educational program at school on that
day. The detention requirement may be
waived if a parent/guardian accompanies the student on the field trip,
including the 8th Grade Class Trip.
The money requirement may be waived if the principal has agreed to a
payment plan with the parent to eventually pay all fees owed.
The Board expects student’s conduct to be such as to contribute to a productive learning climate. Individual rights are to be honored and protected; however, the rights of one individual shall not take precedence over those of another individual or of the group itself, and all pupils shall have equal rights and equal responsibilities in their demeanor in the classroom or on any school property. The Board endorses the following principles of student conduct:
1. Respect for law and those given the authority to administer it shall be required of all students. This includes conformity to school rules as well as general provisions of the law regarding minors.
2. Respect for the rights of others, consideration of their privileges, and cooperative citizenship shall be expected of all members of the school community.
3. Respect for real and personal property, pride in one's work, achievement within the range of one's ability, and exemplary personal standards of courtesy, decency, honesty, and wholesome attitudes shall be maintained.
4. Respect for individual worth to the end that every student shall be assisted to the limit of his/her ability is an obligation of the school. Diligence and a sincere desire to profit from the opportunity offered are an obligation of the school as well as the student.
Discipline may be imposed for any misbehavior on school grounds, at school sponsored events, while representing the school, while using school equipment, or any activity which occurs any place and causes or is likely to cause substantial disruption to the educational environment. Specifically, hazing and gang activity are prohibited.
The St. Libory Discipline Policy is a general guide for students, parents, and staff. The lists and consequences are not intended to cover all possible situations and the superintendent/principal will use professional judgment in responding to deeds of misbehavior and subsequent consequences, students' right to due process. Behaviors are categorized into three types with related consequences;
LEVEL I discipline deals with minor misbehavior that impedes the orderly operation of the school (classroom, restroom, cafeteria, gym, hallways, school grounds, school bus and all school sponsored activities). LEVEL I misbehavior includes, but is not limited to:
1. Minor disturbances (running, pushing, wrestling, shouting, loitering, etc.)
2. Improper attire (advertising tobacco, alcohol, drugs, profanity)
3. Classroom disturbances as defined by the teachers' classroom rules
4. Excessive tardiness (two or more tardies to school in one grading period)
5. Cheating
LEVEL I consequences include, 1. Established classroom consequences as mandated by the teacher, 2. Referral to school administration, 3. Parent contact and/or conference, or 4. After School Detention
LEVEL II misbehavior represents misconduct that frequently disrupts the school's learning climate, endangers the well being of others, or damages school property. Acts such as these require administrative action. LEVEL II misbehavior includes, but is not limited to:
1. A repetition of Level I offenses
2. Physical or verbal threats including fighting
3. Disrespect or insubordination toward any school staff member at school or on the bus
4. Petty theft (under $20.00)
5. Verbal abuse including name calling and use of profanity
6. Minor acts of vandalism (under $50.00)
7. Leaving school grounds without proper authorization from superintendent
LEVEL II consequences include, 1. Referral to school administration, 2. Parent conference, 3. Student detention after school for 1 hour not to exceed five days, 4. No more than three days school suspension, or 5. Reparations, if appropriate.
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LEVEL III misbehavior is very serious and always requires immediate administrative action and at least temporary removal of the student. These acts may represent a direct threat to the health and safety of others. The intervention of law enforcement authorities and action by the School Board may be necessary. LEVEL III misbehavior includes, but is not limited to:
1. Repetition of Level II offenses
2. Deliberate physical injury to any person on school grounds including physical attack. Possession and/or use of a knife or any other weapon or injurious and/or their use in a dangerous manner
3. Major acts of vandalism including setting fires
4. Theft (over $20.00)
5. Gross disobedience to a teacher, administrator, or other school employee
6. Acts which are seriously disruptive or abusive (including sexual misconduct) or that create a hazard, and
7. Any act involving a civil wrong or crime
LEVEL III consequences may include, 1. Referred to school administrator, 2. Parent conference, 3. Not more than 10 days suspension from school, or 4. Recommendation of expulsion to the school board by the superintendent.
AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION
The teacher or principal who gives the detention will notify the child's parent by phone or written notice at least one day prior to the day the detention is to be served. School staff will supervise students who are detained after school. Detention for any given day is limited to sixty (60) minutes. The following school day will be designated as the detention day. If a detention falls on a day of an extra curricular event the student will serve the detention and will not be permitted to attend the event or allowed to participate regardless of the scheduled event time. Parents must call if there is a problem with serving the detention on the date assigned otherwise it will be considered an unexcused absence. Receiving an unexcused absence will result in being assigned TWO detentions. Possible causes for a detention include; aggressive behavior (i.e. pushing a person), inappropriate behavior (i.e. tripping a person), inappropriate language (i.e. cursing), disrespect (i.e. talking back to a teacher), insubordination (i.e. refusing to cooperate). Students who receive a detention will be expected to sit quietly and conduct themselves as in a classroom setting. They are expected to take a bathroom and drink break before coming to detention. Detention is a consequence of misbehavior so should not be a time when students can work on homework and receive help from the teacher. Students should have to take their homework home and complete it there. If a student receives a detention for repeatedly not turning in homework, that student will have to work on homework without the assistance of the teacher who is on duty.
A student who receives THREE after school detention (total) will be assigned to an in-school suspension on the FOURTH OFFENSE. If the student receives a FIFTH OFFENSE he/she will receive further out of school suspensions. This will be on a semester basis (2 quarters). The student will start over the second semester.
In school suspensions are served in the Principal's office. The student will spend the entire day in the office; they will eat their lunch in the office and they will do their daily assignments for that day. They will receive full credit for all work they complete and turn in to the teacher that day. In school suspensions are assigned by the Principal.
The Principal assigns this suspension. A student receiving an out of school suspension WILL NOT be allowed to turn in homework for credit and can not attend any school activity. This is in accordance with Illinois School Code.
With regard to school
suspension, the following procedure will be observed:
1. The student will be given oral and/or written notification of the charges and evidence to support the charges.
2. If the student denies the charges they will be granted the opportunity to present an explanation to the superintendent. The superintendent will inform the student whether or not the suspension will be enforced.
3. In all cases, the parent/guardian will be notified immediately of any suspension and will be provided a written statement within ten school days. Parents may seek a formal review of the suspension through the school board or hearing officer and the student, at their expense, may be represented by an attorney and may put forth a defense at the formal hearing or review. The school board and administration recognize their responsibility to maintain order and security in the school. School property, including but not limited to student desks and lockers, is subject to search and seizure in accordance with school district policy. St. Libory Discipline Policy regarding the use, possession or distribution of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs is presented in the "Summarization of Drug and Alcohol School Policy".
A student will be advised of the charges against him/her and be given the opportunity to respond to the charges. The student and his/her parents will be advised by the administration of any disciplinary action taken as a result of the charges. The student or parents may appeal the disciplinary action by responding in writing to the Principal within three days of receiving the results of the charges.
No student shall, on the basis of his or her sex, be denied equal access to programs, activities, services or benefits, or be limited in the exercise of any right, privilege, advantage, or opportunity. The District has a grievance procedure, which may be followed in the event a student feels they have been denied access to school opportunities. A copy of this procedure is available in the school office upon request.
Sexual harassment of students is prohibited. Sexual harassment is defined as follows:
1. An employee's or District agent's unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual or sex-based nature, imposed on the basis of sex, that denies or limits the provision of educational aid, benefits, services, or treatment; or that makes such conduct a condition of a student's academic status.
2. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual or sex-based nature by anyone, including students, imposed on the basis of sex, that has the purpose or effect of, a. Substantially interfering with a student's educational environment, b. Creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment, c. Depriving a student of aid, benefits, services, or treatment, or d. Making a submission to or reject of unwelcome conduct affecting academic decisions impacting the student. Students who believe they are victims of sexual harassment are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Principal. An allegation that one student was sexually harassed by another student shall be referred to the Principal for appropriate action.
Definitions of Terms:
Tobacco/Alcohol/Drug/Mood Altering Substance: includes any tobacco or tobacco products, any alcohol or malt beverage, any drug listed as a controlled substance, over the counter medication, or medication for which a prescription is required under the law, or any substance which is intended to alter mood.
Examples of the above include, but are not limited to: cigarettes, cigars, snuff, chewing tobacco, beer, wine, wine coolers, liquor, marijuana, hashish, chemical solvents, glue, narcotics, stimulants, hallucinogens, depressants, look-alike substances and any capsules or pills not registered in accordance with the District policy for the administration of medication to students in school.
Distribution: deliver, sell, or give any alcohol, tobacco, drug, or mood altering substance, as defined by this policy, from one person to another or to aid therein.
Possession: knowingly possess or hold, without any attempt to distribute, any tobacco, alcohol, drug, or mood altering substance determined to be illegal or restricted by this policy.
Use/Under the Influence of: individuals are determined to be using or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or mood altering substances based on a checklist of physical signs and symptoms.
Drug Paraphernalia: includes any utensil or item, which in the school's judgment can be associated with the use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or mood altering substances.
This policy applies at all times to students on school grounds, in school buildings, on school buses, or on other school property. It also applies to students at school sponsored and related activities (including field, athletic, and music trips or events, whether held before or after school, evenings, summers or weekends). Students shall be subjected to discipline pursuant to the procedures and provisions outlined in Board Policy. In addition to this policy, a student participating in extracurricular activities will be subject to the guidelines set forth in the extracurricular activity policy.
1. All personnel should immediately report to an administrator any student on school property or at a school related function who is suspected of the use, possession, or distribution of tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or mood altering substances or the possession of drug paraphernalia. Personnel should avoid making any direct accusations to the student.
2. In cases of self referral (unless a clear and imminent danger or health issue is involved or the student is "under the influence" or in "possession" of), the student will be referred to the school personnel. The student will also be told of available agencies in the area and encouraged to seek help.
It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that the possession, use, or distribution of tobacco or tobacco products is prohibited as stated under the Scope and Application section of this policy. A student who is found to be in violation of this policy for the first time shall be subject to the following action:
a. The building administration or its designee shall immediately contact parents or guardians.
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b. The student, his locker, and other possessions will be searched as outlined under Search and Seizure in this policy. Any evidence that is confiscated shall be treated according to the procedures for confiscated substances.
c. The student shall receive a 1-day in school suspension or equivalent detention time along with an education assignment, such as a written review of literature, films, etc., on the effects of tobacco use. Parents or guardians will be notified of the suspension.
d. A conference between the parents or guardians, student, administrator, and other persons who, in the judgment of the administration, could make contributions, shall be scheduled as soon as possible.
e. An anecdotal report describing the incident shall be written by staff member(s) having knowledge of the incident.
Subsequent offenses of the above:
a. Parents or guardians shall be immediately contacted by the administration.
b. The student, his locker, and other possessions will be searched as outlined under Search and Seizure in this policy. Any evidence that is confiscated shall be treated according to the procedures for confiscated substances.
c. The student shall receive a 3-day in-school suspension or equivalent detention time along with an education assignment, such as a written review of literature, films, etc., on the effects of tobacco use. Parents or guardians will be notified of the suspension.
d. A conference between the parents or guardians, student, administrator, and other persons who, in the judgment of the administration, could make contributions, shall be scheduled as soon as possible.
e. An anecdotal report describing the incident shall be written by staff member(s) having knowledge of the incident.
It shall be the policy of the Board
of Education that the possession of drug paraphernalia, or the possession, use,
or distribution of alcohol, drugs, or mood altering substances is prohibited as
stated under the Scope and Application of this policy. Furthermore, students shall not be permitted
to attend or remain in school while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
mood altering substances.
A student who is found to use, possess,
or be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or mood altering substances
for the first time shall be subject to the following action:
a. Parents or guardians shall be immediately contacted by the administration. The student shall be sent home or removed from the school for medical attention if necessary. If parents or guardians cannot be reached, the decision to get medical attention for the student or to isolate the student from other students shall be made by the administration in consultation with the school nurse, if so employed by the school.
b. The student, his locker, and other possessions will be search as outlined under Search and Seizure in this policy. Any evidence that is confiscated shall be treated according to the procedures for confiscated substances.
c. The Superintendent shall notify the police department having jurisdiction over the area in which the school is located and the student shall be referred for appropriate action.
d. The student shall be suspended
for a minimum of three (3) days. This may be an in-school or out-of-school
suspension. Parents or guardians will be
notified of the suspension. The
administration and Board of Education shall retain the discretion to impose
additional disciplinary action including expulsion pursuant to the laws of the
State of
e. A conference between the parents or guardians, student, administrator, and other persons who, in the judgment of the administration, could make contributions, shall be scheduled as soon as possible.
f. An anecdotal report describing the incident shall be written by staff member (s) having knowledge of the incident.
Subsequent offenses of the above:
a. Parents or guardians shall be immediately contacted by the administration. The student shall be sent home or removed from the school for medical attention if necessary. If parents or guardians cannot be reached, the decision to get medical attention for the student or to isolate the student from other students shall be made by the administration in consultation with the school nurse, if so employed by the school.
b. The student, his locker, and other possessions will be searched as outlined under Search and Seizure in this policy. Any evidence that is confiscated shall be treated according to the procedures of confiscated substances.
c. The Superintendent shall notify the police department having jurisdiction over the area in which the school is located and the student shall be referred for appropriate action.
d. The student shall be suspended
for a minimum of 10 days. This may be an in school or out of school suspension,
as decided by the administration. Parents
or guardians will be notified of the suspension. The administration and Board
of Education shall retain the discretion to impose additional disciplinary
action including expulsion pursuant to the laws of the State of
e. A conference between the parents or guardians, student, administrator, and other persons who, in the judgment of the administration, could make contributions shall be scheduled as soon as possible.
An anecdotal report describing the incident shall be written by staff member (s) having knowledge of the incident.
Any student who is found distributing alcohol, drugs, or mood
altering substances for the first time shall be subject to the following
action:
a. Parents or guardians shall be immediately contacted by the administration.
b. The student, his locker, and other possessions will be searched as outlined under Search and Seizure in this policy. Any evidence that is confiscated shall be treated according to the procedures for confiscated substances.
c. The Superintendent shall notify the police department having jurisdiction over the area in which the school is located and the student shall be referred for appropriate action.
d. The student shall receive a minimum 5-day out of school suspension. Parents or guardians will be notified of the suspension. The administration and Board of Education may consider reducing the penalty to a minimum of a 3 day suspension if the parents or guardians elect to have the student undergo an assessment by a licensed drug and alcohol agency and the parents or guardians agree to comply with the agency's recommendations.
e. A conference between the parents or guardians, student, administrator, and other persons who, in the judgment of the administration, could make contributions shall be scheduled as soon as possible.
f. An anecdotal report describing the incident shall be written by staff member (s) have knowledge of the incident.
Subsequent offenses of the above:
a. Parents or guardians shall be immediately contacted by the administration.
b. The student, his locker, and other possessions will be search as outlined under Search and Seizure in this policy. Any evidence that is confiscated shall be treated according to the procedures for confiscated substances.
c. The Superintendent shall notify the police department having jurisdiction over the area in which the school is located and the student shall be referred for appropriate action.
d. The student shall receive a 10-day out of
school suspension. Parents or guardians will be notified of the
suspension. The administration and Board
of Education shall retain the discretion
to impose additional disciplinary action including expulsion pursuant to the
laws of the State of
e. A conference between parents, student, administrator, and other persons who, in the judgment of the administration, could make contributions shall be scheduled as soon as possible.
f. An anecdotal report describing the incident shall be written by staff member(s) having knowledge of the incident.
Any student found to possess drug paraphernalia for the first time
shall be subject to the following:
a. Parents or guardians shall be immediately contacted by the administration.
b. The administration and Board
of Education shall retain the discretion to impose additional disciplinary
action including suspension or expulsion pursuant to the laws of the State of
c. A conference between the parents or guardians, student, administrator and other persons who, in the judgment of the administration, could make contributions, shall be scheduled as soon as possible.
d. An anecdotal report describing
the incident shall be written by staff member(s) having knowledge of the
incident.
The following procedure is recommended to protect the administrator, the school, and the rights of the student:
1. Never accuse a student of possession or use of anything. State that there is a suspicion of possession or use.
2. The administrator should place any confiscated sample in a sealed envelope or container with a witness present.
3. The following should be noted on the outside of the sealed envelope or container:
-date and time -school name -description of contents -signature of both parties
4. Make a separate list of every object found in possession of the student. Include the date, time, description, and signature of the administrator and witness.
5. The administrator should contact the authorities in any instance of possession of alcohol, drugs, or mood altering substances.
6. The authority receiving the sample should verify in the presence of the administrator that the indicated sample was received. Have the officer sign the sealed envelope or container.
7. The proper authorities will analyze
confiscated substances.
The Board recognizes its responsibility to maintain order and security in the school, to protect school property, safeguard the education process, and protect the health, safety, and welfare of students and faculty. Accordingly, school authorities are authorized to conduct searches of students and their personal effects, as well as the property of the District, in accordance with this policy.
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STUDENTS AND THEIR PERSONAL EFFECTS: School authorities (certified employees and school administrators) may search a student and/or the student's personal effects (e.g. purses, wallets, knapsacks, book bags, lunch boxes, etc.) when there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that the search will produce evidence the student has violated or is violating either the law or the rules of the school. It is preferable to obtain voluntary disclosure of the suspected property, without coercion or threat. The search should be conducted as follows:
----after consent by the individual, if possible, without coercion or threat.
----outside the view of others, including students
----in the presence of an administrator or adult witness
----by a certified employee or administrator of the same sex.
SCHOOL PROPERTY: School property, including but not limited to desks and lockers, is owned and controlled by the District and the District may regulate its use according to school policy and procedures.
School authorities are authorized to conduct area-wide, general administrative inspections of school property (e.g. searches of all student lockers) as a means of protecting the health, safety, and welfare of District employees and
students, with notice to but not necessarily the consent of the students, and without a search warrant.
School authorities may search school property when there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the search will produce evidence that a student has violated either the law or the District's rules. It should be noted that automobiles parked on school property may be searched if there is reasonable cause to believe a law or District rule has been violated.
SEIZURE OF PROPERTY: If a search conducted in accordance with this policy produces evidence that the student has violated or is violating either the law or the District's rules, such evidence may be seized by school authorities, and disciplinary action will be taken. When appropriate, such evidence will be transferred to law enforcement authorities.
VISION SCREENING
Vision screening will be done, as mandated, for Preschool, Kindergarten, Second, and Eighth Grades. This will be done as part of the Preschool Screening process and parents notified as of the date when scheduled. Vision screening is not a substitute for a complete eye and vision evaluation by an eye doctor. Vision screening is not an option. If a vision examination report is not on file from an eye doctor within the previous 12 months, your child will be screened.
ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
Use of school technology and internet access is a privilege, not a right, subject to compliance with the Acceptable Use Policy. Each parent and student is asked to sign this policy once during a student’s attendance.
PESTICIDE REGISTRATION LIST
Although we have no intention of spraying or fogging with pesticides during the school day when children are in attendance, we are creating a voluntary registration. By putting your name on this list, you are asking to be notified two days before an airborne pesticide application. In the event pesticides must be used immediately, we will notify you as soon as possible. Excluded from the notification are disinfectants, sanitizers, and insecticide and rodentcide baits. Contact the school office if you wish to be added to this registry.
SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board meets every 4th Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the school and begin at 7:30 p.m. All meetings are open to the public. Board members are elected on odd years.
STUDENT TELEPHONE
USAGE
One of the goals we strive to teach all students is personal responsibility. Students who habitually use the telephone to call for routine items not only show a lack of responsibility, but also miss valuable instructional time. In past years, the one telephone line has been so busy with students that the office has missed school related calls coming in. For these reasons, students may not use the telephone to call home for ‘routine’ matters and may need to face low level consequences. Be assured that any student with a health related item will be granted permission to use the telephone. As per Illinois State Law, students may bring cell phones to school but these must remain OFF and stay in the student locker during the school day except for an emergency situation.
St. Libory Elementary School and St. Libory Consolidated School District #30 reserve the right to revise policy and guidelines when situations arise which interfere with the educational mission of the school.
The
following section contains information specifically designed for students
grades 4th through 8th, and is in addition to the first
section.
SPORTS
The school offers a variety of sports for student
participation. Students are encouraged to participate and to enjoy the fun
associated with playing a sport.
Although it is recommended that students from the 5th and 6th
grades play on teams only when there are not enough 7th and 8th
grade students to fill out a team, it shall ulltimately be the coach’s decision
as to how the team is to be structured.
Likewise, 4th grade students will be considered when there
are not enough 5th through 8th grade students to fill out
a team but it shall ulltimately be the coach’s decision as to how the team is
to be structured. The following sports
are offered:
FALL-------------- Baseball (Boys)
WINTER--------- Basketball (Girls) Basketball (Boys) Cheerleading
SPRING---------- Volleyball (Girls) Track (Boys & Girls)
Cheerleading is open only to 7th and 8th grade students. Cheerleaders are expected to cheer at varsity boy’s home and away basketball games as long as there is not a conflict with girl’s basketball. There must be 5 students out for cheerleading for the sport to be offered.
In multiple team sports the following apply;
A
Team- We play to win at this level.
Coaches will play the players capable of competing at this level. If there are not enough 7th and
8th grade athletes to compete at a high level or there is an exceptional
younger player, the coach may utilize these students. Coaches will do their best to let everyone
play when circumstances allow. Some
students may see limited playing time.
B Team- The first priority is given to the 7th grades to start and play the majority of the games. If there is an exceptional younger player, the coach may utilize these students. Unexcused-missed practices, poor attitude, or lack of hustle may adversely affect playing time. Coaches will do their best to let everyone play when the circumstances arise but all students may not see the same amount of playing times.
C Team- 6th graders will start although Unexcused-missed practices, poor attitude, or lack of hustle may adversely affect playing time. 5th graders may enter as substitute players when needed.
D Team- Everyone will play equal amounts of time although unexcused-missed practices, poor attitude, or lack of hustle may adversely affect playing time.
The coaches will make out practice schedules for parent
information. If you need to communicate
with a coach please call the school for assistance. Any questions regarding the
sports program should be directed to the athletic director and/or the
Principal.
ALL STUDENTS PLAYING SPORTS AND/OR CHEERLEADING MUST HAVE A PHYSICAL BEFORE THEY WILL BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE. THIS IS A STATE RULE. FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE OFFICE. THEY MUST ALSO EITHER SUBMIT PROOF OF MEDICAL INSURANCE, OR PURCHASE THE AVAILABLE SCHOOL INSURANCE COVERAGE.
This activity code is an attempt to state expectations
and help influence positive behavior of those students representing St. Libory
School. St. Libory School believes that it is a privilege to participate in
extra curricular activities. Students
that participate in extra curricular activities are representatives of the
school and community; therefore, when
they choose to participate in an activity, the expectations of the students
will be higher. Certain rules will apply to all participants in all EXTRA
CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. Penalties shall be cumulative beginning with and
throughout the students participation in extra curricular activities while
attending St. Libory School. This code also applies on weekends and after
school hours and will be enforced when observed by a certified member of the
staff and/or a law enforcement official. Activities included are Band,
basketball, volleyball, baseball, cheerleading, and track.
FIRST OFFENSE: Student will lose participation privilege in the following sports. The number indicates the number of events the student will be excluded from:
3-----basketball 3-----cheerleaders 2-----volleyball 2-----softball 1-----track
SECOND OFFENSE: The excluded events will be doubled.
THIRD OFFENSE: Will result in the loss of a full calendar year of athletic eligibility.
ELIGIBILITY PROCEDURE FOR ATHLETICS
At the beginning of each school year eligibility will be determined at the end of the second week. A student's eligibility will be determined on a weekly basis on each Friday. A student's weekly eligibility will be determined by averaging the total number of points accumulated from the beginning of the quarter by the total number of required homework, worksheets, tests, etc. The previous quarter's average will be figured only in the averaging of the lst week of each quarter.
EXAMPLE: If a student becomes ineligible on Friday
(grade check) they will remain ineligible through to the following Friday at
which time an evaluation (grade check) of the student's progress will be
evaluated to determine if he/she is passing.
If the student is passing then he/she will be eligible to participate on
the weekend if competition is scheduled.
There will be no practicing during the week of ineligibility. Ineligible players are not permitted to ride
the team bus to/from away games.
Ineligible players may only attend school sports events when accompanied
by and in the presence of a parent/guardian.
Under no circumstances shall they be associated with the team ie.
sitting on the bench, in the locker room, team huddles, etc. ALL SUBJECTS WILL BE CONSIDERED IN DETERMINING
ELIGIBILITY. THIS INCLUDES ART, P.E., AND COMPUTER.
Athletic lockers are available in the locker rooms. If there is a large number of student athletes some students may have to share lockers. The lockers are rented for $3.00 a year. At the end of the year students returning their locks will be refunded the $3.00.
710.12
Students shall not use or possess electronic equipment of any kind at school. Electronic equipment includes but is not limited to CD players, hand held games, MP3, and I-pods. Pagers and cellular radio telecommunication devices (such as cell phones) will be confiscated and returned to a parent or guardian, subject to the exceptions listed below. This policy applies to all times beyond the scope of regular attendance days. It is in effect during field trips, extracurricular activities, and events occurring outside the normal school day.
Electronic study aids may be used during the school day if;
1. Use of the device is provided in the student’s IEP, or
2. Permission is received from the principal based on recommendations from a student’s teacher.
Examples of electronic devices that used as study aids might
include tape recorders, calculators, palm pilots, and laptop computers. The
It is recognized
that possession of cell phones may be permitted for emergency contact with
parents/guardians. The possession of
cell phones is subject to the following rules.
1. They must be kept out of sight and are not
allowed in classrooms during the school day.
2. They must be turned off during the regular
school day unless the supervising teacher grants permission for them to be used
during an emergency.
3. They may not be used in any manner that will
cause disruption to the educational environment or will otherwise violate
student conduct rules.
4. A student using a cell phone during the
school day will be issued a detention.
The phone will be taken to the office until it is picked up by the
parent.
5.
The school is not
responsible for lost or stolen cell phones (or any other electronic
equipment). Security of all electronic
devices and cell phones brought to school is the sole responsibility of the
student.
LEGAL REF: 105 ILCS 5/10-20.28
CROSS REF: 710.4
ADOPTED: November 26, 2002
REVISED: April 26, 2011