Family and StudentFamily and Student  HandbookHandbook  

    

Contents Found Within this Handbook:Contents Found Within this Handbook:  

  

From the Principal 

Absences  

Accident/Illness  

Behavior Management Program  

Bicycles  

Bullying, Harassment, and Intimidation  

Early Dismissal Requests  

Health Program  

Hours & Daily Schedule  

Insurance  

Lost and Found 

Lunch Program  

Medications at School  

Non-discrimination Policy  

Phone Use  

P.T.A 

Recess  

Report Cards  

Safety  

Skyline Staff  

Student Dress  

Semester System/Conferences   

Sexual Harassment Policy  

Visiting School  

Volunteers  

Website   

  

  

  

  

  

  

From the Principal:From the Principal:  

Welcome to Skyline Elementary! Home of the Explorers! We welcome you to come ExploringWelcome to Skyline Elementary! Home of the Explorers! We welcome you to come Exploring  with us through this Handbook as we provide important information about our incrediblewith us through this Handbook as we provide important information about our incredible  school. We’re so glad you are with us!school. We’re so glad you are with us!    

  

This handbook has been prepared as a support in answering the questions you and your child may have about common school procedures. 

 

We suggest as soon as possible that you read and discuss the contents of this handbook with your child. The reading of this document will allow you and your Skyline student(s) to better understand how things work at school and what our expectations are for being an incredible Explorer!  

 

Included in the Communication Envelope with this handbook is an emergency card that must be on file in our school office. Please take time to carefully fill this emergency card out unless you have already updated one during the current school year. Please send it with your child to school as soon as possible. Thank you for your cooperation and attention to this request. 

We look forward to working with you to provide a quality educational experience for all. 

 

Sincerely, 

 

Tori Thomas 

Skyline Elementary Principal 

 

 

 

 

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

SKYLINE ELEMENTARY STAFF-2018-2019SKYLINE ELEMENTARY STAFF-2018-2019 

Certificated StaffCertificated Staff   Classified StaffClassified Staff  

KindergartenKindergarten     Jeanine Brocker  

Lisa Flynn  Shannon Calvo  Sheryl Connolly 

Reen Doser  Cheryl Dennis  Brenda Eckley  

Catherine Eddy  Nikki Flemming  

Margaret Goettler  Donnette Gordon  

Debbie Harris Holly Martinsen  Erin McFarlane 

Mitzi Mielke  Peggy Walker  

  Nurse: Paula Busby 

Laura Woolworth-Main Office Secretary Kara Hodges-Attendance Secretary 

 

Specialists/SPED/Programs 

Kim Wickizer-Special Education Teacher Tara Prince-Special Education Teacher 

Autumn Morrison-Title Teacher Kathy Hart-Primary SLC  

Kim Grennan-Intermediate SLC Teacher Ellie Moon-Librarian 

Brad Hodge-PE Teacher Julianne Powers-Kindergarten PE and Music 

Teacher Bree Brotnov-Music Teacher 

Jill Cochran-.5 Counselor Tally Wentz-.5 Counselor Jen Much-Psychologist 

Michelle Dittbrenner and Danielle Colwell-Speech/Language  

Pathologists Becky Cote- Occupational Therapist 

Keith Linington-Student Learning Specialist  Mike Schindler-Custodian 

Gretchen Smith-Instructional Coach Tori Thomas-Principal 

 

Bill Kusler  Susie Langerveld  Nakayla Molstre 

Erin Hansen  Cheryl Duvall  

First GradeFirst Grade  

Lori Petillon Errin Jacobs 

Kathy Critchfield Erika La-Pierre Burt  

Lianne Strand  

Second GradeSecond Grade  

Julie Pelayo (on leave) Becca Applegate  Kelly Snow 

Heidi Steiner Kaitlyn Perry 

Third GradeThird Grade  

Livia Olesen Charlotte Foote  Stacy Jacobson  

Jessamyn Summers  

Fourth GradeFourth Grade  

Tiffanie Bortz Randi Garito 

Lindsay Washo 4th/5th Sara Seiber 

 

Fifth GradeFifth Grade  

Cheryl Ryba  Karlene Marberg-Ross 

Heather Davis      

SCHOOL HOURS 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM: SCHOOL HOURS 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM: Please be aware that students who arrive one hour after 

school starts or are dismissed one hour or more before school is out will be counted absent for one half dayfor one half day. Please do not have your child/children arrive at school before 8:30am.before 8:30am. The school will not be open before this nor is the playground supervised. Prior to 8:30am there is no supervision for students on campus.   

  

FRIDAY EARLY RELEASE : FRIDAY EARLY RELEASE : Every Friday, school will be dismissed at 1:35 PM .This time allows for our teachers to meet and receive training to best serve each and every one of our students. All students will take their normal transportation home at 1:35 PM. unless other arrangements are made and communicated to our front office.  

 

LITERACY AND MATH BLOCKS: LITERACY AND MATH BLOCKS: Below you will find the daily schedule for Skyline Elementary. We have developed literacy and math blocks for grades one through five, during which time we provide uninterrupted instructional time. We ask that you also recognize these instructional periods by avoiding outside appointments or partial day absences during these blocks if at all possible. Thank you in advance for your support in helping to make our instructional day productive and as effective as possible for each and every one of our students. 

DAILY SCHEDULE:DAILY SCHEDULE:  

Skyline Elementary Block Schedule Including recess and lunch  

Skyline Student Day: 8:45am-3:00pm 

Kindergarten & First Grade  

AM Recess  9:55-10:10 

Literacy Intervention Block  10:15-11:15 

Kindergarten Lunch  11:20-11:40 

Kindergarten recess  11:40-12:00 

1st Grade recess  11:20-11:40 

1st Grade lunch  11:40-12:00 

Math Block  12:00-1:30 

2nd & 3rd Grade 

Literacy Intervention Block  8:55-9:55 

Lunch   12:00-12:40 

Math Block  12:40-1:30 and 1:45-2:15 

PM Recess  1:30-1:45 (Fridays 10:30-10:45) 

4th & 5th Grade 

Math Block  9:30-11:00 

AM Recess  11:00-11:15 

Lunch/Recess  12:40-1:20 

Literacy Intervention Block  1:20-2:20 

SLC Classrooms 

AM Recess  9:40-9:55 

PM Recess  1:45-2:00 

   

FRIDAY EARLY RELEASE: FRIDAY EARLY RELEASE: Every Friday, school will be dismissed at 1:35 PM .This time allows for our teachers to meet and receive training to best serve each and every one of our students. All students will take their normal transportation home at 1:35 PM. unless other arrangements are made and communicated to our front office.  

 

ABSENCES: ABSENCES: Washington State’s attendance law requires that school personnel verify the reasons for student absences. This is a check on truancy and health trends. Parents are requested to call the school requested to call the school to notify of their child’s absence prior to 9:00 AM on the day of the absence. If a student is not in attendance and no call is received, the school will attempt to reach the parent. In the event that no phone contact is made, parents are required to send a note when students are absent. The note should indicate the day(s) of absence and the nature of illness or reason for absence and have the parent’s signature. 

 

EARLY DISMISSAL REQUESTS: EARLY DISMISSAL REQUESTS: It is important for safety’s sake that you make requests in writing to your student’s teacher and plan to pick up your child in the office. Please come in to the office, let them know the name of your son or daughter that you are picking up and our office staff will do their best to have your child meet you in the office quickly.  

 

SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM: SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM: Breakfasts are available to all students for $1.75$1.75. They may be purchased in the gym/cafeteria before school begins and are also eaten there. Hot lunches are available and may be purchased for $2.75 per meal.$2.75 per meal. Free and reduced priced lunches are also available on a confidential need basis. Milk is available for $.50 each$.50 each. A large lunch portion (hearty) may be purchased for an additional $1.25.$1.25.  

Families – We encourage the practice of prepaying for lunches. Due to state regulations, the school lunch program cannot provide for charging a lunch to an account. If your child should forget/lose his/her lunch or lunch money, the salad bar with milk or juice will be provided on a 

limited basis. 

Checks: When writing a check to pay for anything at school, please write your child’s name on the lower left hand corner of the check. This will help to clear up any confusion. Make checks payable to Skyline Elementary School Skyline Elementary School and for the amount of purchase only. Pre-pay online or view all purchases at www.mymealtime.com. Have a question? Feel free to contact the district nutrition office 425-335-1561. 

 

REPORT CARDS: REPORT CARDS: Report cards will be issued twice a year (February and June). Report cards are intended to provide families with a solid understanding of your child’s progress. Please always feel free to contact your child’s teacher if you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress, achievement and/or behavior. 

  

SEMESTER SYSTEM/CONFERENCES: SEMESTER SYSTEM/CONFERENCES: All schools in the Lake Stevens School District are on a semester system. There will be two major grading periods. The grading periods will fall after the end of the semesters in January and June. At the midway point of each semester, conferences will be held. All families will be invited and expected to attend a conference with their child’s teacher twice a year.  

 

LOST AND FOUND: LOST AND FOUND: Annually, hundreds of dollars worth of children’s clothing end up in our school’s lost and found. Please consider labeling your children’s clothing by name in permanent ink. Lost items may be claimed at any time during the school year from our Lost and Found. Unclaimed items will be donated to Operation School Bell periodically throughout the school year. 

 

STUDENT DRESS: STUDENT DRESS: Student dress is the responsibility of the student and family. At Skyline, it is expected that students wear clothing that is appropriate for our weather and also in consideration of the wide range of activities we have in a school day. Clothing with profanity, suggestive comments/designs, advertisements for alcohol, weapons, tobacco or drugs are not acceptable. Shorts and skirts may be worn only if they are no higher than the fingertips when arms are held at the student’s side. Halters, “spaghetti” straps, tank tops, and clothing that expose the torso are not considered appropriate, as they are a distraction to the educational process. T-shirts under spaghetti strap tank tops are okay. All undergarments should be fully covered. 

Hats and hoods may be worn outside the building at Skyline. Students will be asked to removeStudents will be asked to remove  hats and hoods upon entering the building.hats and hoods upon entering the building. Coverings that are worn in observance to a student’s religion are not subject to this policy. 

 

PHONE USE: PHONE USE: Student use of our business phones is, by necessity, limited to emergency use. Arrangements for visiting friends, club meetings, after school activities etc. cannot be considered emergencies. Student cell phones are for emergency use only during school hours. Cell phones will not be used during school hours except in cases of emergency. Cell phones will remain off during school. Please call the office if you need to get a hold of your child 

immediately. We are here to assist you and appreciate your attention to this policy as we sustain consistency with our phone policies.  

 

ACCIDENT – ILLNESS: ACCIDENT – ILLNESS: If a child is ill or injured at school he/she will be given emergency treatment and family contacts will be called. If the immediate contact cannot be reached, the next persons listed on the student’s emergency card will be called. If no one is available to come for the student, we will make the child as comfortable as possible and follow the recommendation you provided on the emergency card until we can reach or connect with someone for the child.  

 

HEALTH PROGRAM: HEALTH PROGRAM: The Lake Stevens School District employs a Registered Nurse. If you think something should be called to the attention of the nurse (contagious diseases for example), please call our front office and ask to talk with our school nurse.  

 

MEDICATIONS AT SCHOOl: MEDICATIONS AT SCHOOl: Sometimes children need to have medication administered during school hours. We are glad to help when this need occurs. Authorization is required with written permission signed by the parent and by the licensed medical practitioner who prescribed the medication. School staff may administer medication if the medication is necessary in order for the child to attend school. The signed form must include specific instructions for medicating. Authorization forms are available from the school office. The medication must be in the original container and labeled with the child’s name along with the MEDICATION AUTHORIZATION FORM. Parents are responsible for transporting the medication to school. Obviously this policy is quite strict in order to make sure that children are not administered medication inappropriately; to remove the liability of administering medication without authorization; and to take precautions so that medication will not be taken by students other than the one for whom the medication was prescribed.  

  

INSURANCE: INSURANCE: School insurance is offered to our students again this year. Insurance information is sent home with students. This is a voluntary program offered for your convenience. Insurance claim forms may be picked up in the office. 

  

VISITING SCHOOl: VISITING SCHOOl: Family members are always invited to visit your child’s classroom at Skyline. Observations should enhance your understanding of the educational process and your child’s progress. We do require require that you make advance arrangements with your child’s teacher prior to observing. This arrangement allows your child’s teacher to be best prepared for your visit and for this visit to not disrupt the learning environment created within the classroom. Thank you for your support and cooperation with this policy and we look forward to seeing you as a part of your child’s education. 

Our Board of Directors has entered an agreement with our teachers regarding classroomOur Board of Directors has entered an agreement with our teachers regarding classroom  observations that include:observations that include:  

1. All visitors to school and/or classrooms should obtain approval from the 

principal. Approval normally is given unless extraordinary circumstances (like a testing 

situation, for example) prevail. 2. Teacher notification. 3. An opportunity for the parent and teacher to confer prior to and after the 

visit. 

These hints should help you in your observation: 

1. Contact the principal and teacher to set up an observation appointment.  

2. Stop by the office to make your presence known on your way to the room and make sure to sign in at the office.  

3. Avoid bringing small children when visiting.  

These points may be indicators of your children’s success in the classroom: 

• Ability to listen 

• Independent work habits 

• Ability to work constructively and collaboratively in group activities 

• Ability to follow directions 

• Interest and enthusiasm for the assigned tasks 

• Attitude toward suggestions or comments by the teacher 

  

BICYCLES: BICYCLES: Bicycle riders should be aware that they are always expected to obey the traffic rules that apply to vehicles. A parental responsibility is to decide whether or not your child has enough judgement to ride safely to and from school. We do, however, recommend that no recommend that no  one under the 4th grade one under the 4th grade ride his/her bicycle to school. The school cannot and will not assumeThe school cannot and will not assume  responsibility responsibility for bicycles that are brought to school. It is recommended that all bicycles be locked and meet local licensing requirements. Bicycles are not to be ridden on the school grounds during school hours and are never, for student safety, to be ridden on the sidewalks. Skateboards, scooters, and “heelies” are not allowed at school.are not allowed at school.  

  

RECESS: RECESS: In the event of inclement weather, “Rainy Day Recess” (under cover) will be called. 

• Regular Recess – a regular recess is scheduled when the weather is clear enough for the usual recess activities. The amount of outer clothing expected depends on the temperature. In general, we expect students to wear to recess the outer clothing they wear to school. 

• Closed Fields – A rainy day recess is planned during a light rain or heavy mist or fog. During a rainy day recess, children who have coats, hats or umbrellas are permitted to play on the blacktop play area, but not on the fields. Students who wish to keep dry or do not have suitable clothing can play in the covered areas. In the covered areas, games are limited to jumping rope, bouncing balls or similar games. Running games are not permitted. 

• Covered Area Only – Under cover recess occurs whenever it is too rainy and wet to be out regardless of the outer wear. During undercover recess, students are required to play in the covered area. 

 

SKYLINE P.T.A. (Parent Teacher Association): SKYLINE P.T.A. (Parent Teacher Association): The Skyline P.T.A. is open to all family members, 

teachers and interested members of our community. The P.T.A. is intended to provide a means of communication between the school and the community, as well as to provide a support group for the school. P.T.A. sponsors several activities throughout the school year for our children and is an incredible partnership with our school.  

  

SKYLINE VOLUNTEERS: SKYLINE VOLUNTEERS: The Skyline staff encourages and hopes for family and community volunteers to help provide the best possible educational program for each and every student.  

We need volunteers - - If you want to become actively involved in the education of Skyline students and have an hour or more a week to donate, we need YOU! 

In the CLASSROOM: 

• To help students in reading, math, spelling and to provide arts, crafts, sewing, and for other special events.  

In the LIBRARY: 

• To type, shelve books, make bulletin boards, etc. 

The possibilities for volunteering at Skyline are endless, please connect with us if you would like to and have the time to volunteer with us. We’d love to have you!  

Please know that a background check will need to be completed before your volunteering can begin. This is a simple process and procedure in place for the safety and well-being of all of our students and staff.  

  

WEBSITE: WEBSITE: You can find us on the web at www.lkstevens.wednet.edu/skyline/. At this informative site, you will find staff email, links, calendar of upcoming events, information on current units of study by grade level and some great site links for students. 

 

SAFETY: SAFETY: Every student has the right to feel safe and secure at school. We have a no-tolerance policy in place regarding the possession or use of drugs, alcohol and tobacco on school property, and for exceptional misconduct actions that include vandalism, theft, physical injury, or possession of any object that can reasonably be considered a weapon. Consequences for offenses can include suspension or expulsion. Possession of a firearm or other dangerous weapon, as defined by law enacted by the Legislature, will result in the student’s expulsion and notification of law enforcement and the parents or guardians. Physical or verbal harassment of any kind will not be tolerated. 

 

NONDISCRIMINATION WORKPLACE AND STUDENT STATEMENT: NONDISCRIMINATION WORKPLACE AND STUDENT STATEMENT: In accordance with RCW 49.60, the Lake Stevens School District does not discriminate in employment and schools. The Lake Stevens School District provides Equal Educational and Employment Opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, handicap/disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, use of a trained dog to guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and designated youth groups. The district complies with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations to include, but not limited to, Title IX, Title VI 

of the Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, RCW 49.60 “The Laws Against Discrimination,” and RCW 28A.640 “Sex Equity,” and covers, but is not limited to, all district programs, courses, activities, including extracurricular activities, services, access to facilities, etc. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures should be directed to Lake Stevens School District, 12309 22nd St. NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258, Attention: Title IX Officer, Ken Collins, or ADA Compliance Officer and Section 504 Compliance Officer, Miriam Tencate, 425-335-1500. 

WHAT IS DISCRIMINATION? Discrimination is the unfair or unequal treatment of a person or a group because they are part of a defined group, known as a protected class. Discrimination can occur when a person is treated differently, or denied access to programs, services or activities because they are part of a protected class. Discrimination can also occur when a school or school district fails to accommodate a student or employee’s disability. Harassment (based on protected class) and sexual harassment can be forms of discrimination when it creates a hostile environment. 

What is a protected class? A protected class is a group of people who share common characteristics and are protected from discrimination and harassment by federal and state laws. Protected classes defined by Washington State Law include: 

• Sex 

• Race/Color 

• Creed/Religion 

• National origin 

• Disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal 

• Sexual orientation 

• Gender expression or identity 

• Honorably discharged veteran or military status 

What should I do if I believe my child is being discriminated against? You should report your concerns to your child’s teacher or principal immediately! This will allow the school to respond to the situation as soon as possible. 

If you cannot meet with the teacher or principal, you can always contact your school district’s main office. Each school district will have someone who is responsible for responding to complaints about discrimination. Sometimes this person is called the Title IX coordinator or for issues related to disability, the Section 504 Coordinator. 

What if I can’t resolve the problem with the school? If you cannot resolve your concern, you may wish to file a complaint with the school district. Anyone can file a complaint with the school district. You can file a formal complaint with the school district. You can file a formal complaint by writing a letter to your Superintendent that describes what happened and why you think it is discrimination. It is helpful to include what you want the district to do. Your letter must be signed. 

The employee designated by the district to receive complaints will investigate your allegations and provide the superintendent with a written report of the complaint, and the results of the investigation. 

The superintendent will send you a written letter within 30 calendar days which will either deny your allegations or describe the reasonable actions the district will take. The letter will include how to file an appeal with your school board if you do not agree with the Superintendent’s decision. 

Corrective measures must occur no later than 30 calendar days of the superintendent’s letter. 

What if I don’t agree with the superintendent’s decision or no one responds to my letter? Your next step is to appeal to the school board. You can file an appeal by writing a letter to your school board. The letter must include the part of the superintendent’s written decision that you would like to appeal and what you want the district to do. Your letter must be filed with the Secretary of your School Board by the 10th calendar day after you received the superintendent’s response letter. 

The school board will schedule a hearing within 20 calendar days after they receive your appeal letter. You may also all agree on a different date. 

What will happen at the hearing? You will explain why you disagree with the superintendent’s decision. You may bring witnesses or other information that is related to your appeal. 

The board will send you a copy of their decision within 10 calendar days after the hearing. The decision will include how to appeal to the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction if you disagree. 

What if I don’t agree with the School Board’s decision? You may appeal the school board’s decision to the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). 

You can file an appeal by writing a letter to the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The letter must include the part of the school board’s decision that you would like to appeal and what you want the district to do. 

Your signed letter must be received by OSPI by the 20th calendar day of receiving the school board’s decision. It can be hand-delivered or mailed to: 

OSPI Administrative Resource Services P.O. Box 47200 Olympia, WA 98504-7200 Phone (360) 725-6133 

OSPI will schedule a hearing with an Administrative Law Judge through the Office of                           Administrative Hearings (OAH). During this process you will be provided information about the                         hearing. 

At the hearing you will explain why you disagree with school board’s decision. You may bring witnesses or other information that is related to your appeal. After the hearing, you will receive a copy of the judge’s decision. 

  

SEXUAL HARASSMENT: SEXUAL HARASSMENT: Students and staff are protected against sexual harassment by anyone in any school program or activity, including on the school campus, on the school bus, or off-campus, such as a school-sponsored field trip. 

  

  

Sexual harassment is unwelcome behavior or communication that is sexual in nature when:Sexual harassment is unwelcome behavior or communication that is sexual in nature when:  

• A student or employee is led to believe that he or she must submit to unwelcome sexual conduct or communications in order to gain something in return, such as a grade, a promotion, a place on a sports team, or any educational or employment decision, or 

• The conduct substantially interferes with a student’s educational performance, or creates an intimidating or hostile educational or employment environment. 

  

Examples of Sexual Harassment:Examples of Sexual Harassment:  

• Pressuring a person for sexual favors 

• Unwelcome touching of a sexual nature 

• Writing graffiti of a sexual nature 

• Distributing sexually explicit texts, emails, or pictures 

• Making sexual jokes, rumors, or suggestive remarks 

• Physical violence, including rape and sexual assault 

How do I report sexual harassment? You can report sexual harassment to any school staff member or to the district’s Title IX Officer: Ken Collins, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, 425-335-1505. For a copy of your district’s Sexual Harassment policy and procedure, contact your school or district office. 

 

DRUG, ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO FREE ZONE: DRUG, ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO FREE ZONE: The Lake Stevens School District prohibits the use, possession or distribution of alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco on or adjacent to school property or as part of any school activity. Compliance with this rule is mandatory. 

  

GUN FREE POLICY: GUN FREE POLICY: Students who violate our District’s Policy #1610 and $5570 will be subject to discipline that includes a one-year mandatory expulsion for firearms. School officials shall notify the student’s parents or guardians and the appropriate law enforcement agency of known or suspected violations of this policy. The superintendent, or designee, may modify the one-year expulsion on a case by case basis. 

  

HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF: HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF: At Skyline, we are very proud of our teachers and paraprofessionals who work together to give our children the highest quality education. Our entire teaching staff has a highly qualified standing. Our staff is committed to helping your child develop the academic knowledge and critical thinking he/she needs to succeed in school and beyond. That commitment includes making sure our teachers and paraprofessionals are highly skilled.  

 

SKYLINE EXPLORER EXPECTATIONS: SKYLINE EXPLORER EXPECTATIONS: Students will do well if they know and understand the behaviors that are expected of them. Rules and procedures, as listed on the following pages, are explained to all students. Philosophy and procedures are as follows: 

• Maintaining a positive school climate is the responsibility of every staff member. The key to a positive discipline plan is for each staff member to make a commitment to be ready to become 

involved personally with any students regardless of grade level or classroom assignment. 

• Each classroom teacher has the primary role in setting the expectations, teaching successful behavior and following through with recognition or consequences in student discipline. 

• All staff members will teach lessons on the expectations for the classroom and common areas throughout the school. Paraeducators and Teachers together will teach students the Explorer Expectations for the playground. The expectations and procedures will be re-taught throughout the school year as needed. 

• All newly enrolled children will be introduced to the school expectations, procedures and the discipline process upon his/her arrival to our school.  

• When students have difficulty with behavior the following questions will be addressed by an adult: 

What are you doing? What did you do? 

Is there an expectation that you did not follow? What could you have done instead? 

Answering these questions will allow the student to take ownership of their behavior, make a judgment if the behavior is acceptable and plan for success. 

• When the misbehavior necessitates further problem solving on the part of a student, a written behavior plan will be required. The plan will be sent home as a means of parent notification. The plan should be signed and returned to the school. This communication and partnership allows us to be a team in working through the learning of misbehavior and allows us to team in replacing the inappropriate behavior with an expected behavior.  

• When the misbehavior is extreme or repeated, students will be referred to the office. An Out-of-Class Intervention Referral Form will be filled out and sent to the office along with any classroom behavior plans that have been previously developed by the student. The principal or designee will do further problem solving with the student (a sample Problem Solving Form is attached) and determine an appropriate consequence (please refer to Office Referral Form). Parents will be notified in writing or through a phone call from office personnel or from the student themselves. 

• Once a student has completed the problem solving and consequence in the office, they will be sent back to the classroom with a pass from the office. The student should return to class with a serious attitude. A display of behavior that demonstrates that this is not the case will result in the student being immediately sent back to the office. 

• Every effort will be made to keep students at school and in class. However, in the event that students’ behavior requires removal from the classroom and the behavior in the office continues to be disruptive, escalated and inappropriate, a family member or contact will be called to take the child home for the remainder of the day. 

• Students who are referred to the office from the playground will follow a similar plan as above (i.e. consequence and problem solving). They will fulfill their time during recess rather than miss class time with the exception of severe misbehavior, which may require more time working through the situation. 

• Physical Fighting at Skyline will not be tolerated and holds the automatic consequence of In-School Suspension. Students will be removed from their classroom and the playground for 

the remainder of the day. They will eat their lunch in the conference room where In- School Suspension takes place. 

Families can help at home by reviewing the expectations and discipline procedures with your child. It is important and necessary for all that we maintain a safe and productive learning environment at Skyline. Thank you for your support with this. Together, we make this happen!  

 

Skyline Elementary: Step System for Minor InfractionsSkyline Elementary: Step System for Minor Infractions  

Examples include but are not limited to: name calling, not completing assignments, in the hallways without a pass, put downs, not following directions, littering, blurting out, off task behavior. When minor misbehavior occurs, it is viewed as a teaching opportunity and a chance to respond with calm, consistent corrections or consequences. The establishment of a discipline plan is an ongoing process. Minor infractions are handled on the spot, in the classroom, on the playground, or through a problem solving experience. Classroom discipline plans will vary with each individual teacher. The order of these steps is subject to the teachers’ discretion. Chronic minor infractions may be referred to the solution room or the office along with supporting documentation. 

 

Skyline Elementary’s Step System for Major/Chronic Infractions: Skyline Elementary’s Step System for Major/Chronic Infractions: Behavior referrals are sent home when the steps for minor infractionsminor infractions are followed but the student continues behavior which is inappropriate or the behavior is unacceptable and warrants further attention. Examples include but are not limited to: defiant behavior, verbal/physical aggression, inappropriate language, stealing, disrespect toward staff, students and/or school, destruction of property. Major infractionsMajor infractions are handled on the spot, in the classroom, on the playground or through a reflection experience. It should be noted that the nature of some major infractions lead to automatic suspension due to its severity. If this is the case the step system for chronic infractions is not used. Chronic Infractions:Chronic Infractions: If a student receives 3 behavior referrals/problem solving sheets s/he will meet with a staff member to re-examine the Skyline expectations. The following are the next steps if more behavior referrals or problem solving sheets accumulate: 

4 behavior referrals = Teacher informs parents of the consequences 

5 behavior referrals = Family member, student and teacher conference.  

6 behavior referrals = Half day, in school suspension 

7 behavior referrals = Full day, in school suspension.  

8 behavior referrals = Out of school suspension, re-entry conference w/Family required to return. 

When a student goes thirty school days without receiving a behavior referral the slate is wiped clean. The count would start at one with the next behavior referral. 

 

SKYLINE STUDENT SUCCESS PLAN Problem Solving 

At Skyline we are Proactive, Engaged, and Better Together.   

We are Leaders Today, Tomorrow and Always.  

 

Name________________________________ Date________________________ 

The Expectation(s) that I did not meet is/are... ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

1. What happened? What did you say and do? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

2. How could you have handled the situation so that you met all of our Explorer Expectations? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Information to the parent (if any): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

 

 

Parent Signature:________________________________________  

 

Comments: 

 

 

 

 

Student Signature:_______________________________________ 

Teacher Signature:_______________________________________ 

 

 

BULLYING / HARASSMENT / INTIMIDATIONBULLYING / HARASSMENT / INTIMIDATION  

The Lake Stevens School District is committed to a safe and civil education environment for all students, employees, parents/legal guardians, volunteers, and patrons free from harassment, intimidation, or bullying. “Harassment, intimidation, or bullying” means an intentional written message or image, including those that are electronically transmitted- verbal, or physical act, including but not limited to, one shown to be motivated by race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, mental or physical disability, or other distinguishing characteristics, when an act: 

• Physically harms a student or damages the student’s property. 

• Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student’s education 

• Is so severe, persistent, or pervasive that it creates an intimidating or threatening educational environment. 

Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school. Nothing in this section requires the affected student to actually possess a characteristic that is a basis for the harassment, intimidation, or bullying. 

“Other distinguishing characteristics” can include but are not limited to physical appearance, clothing or other apparel, socioeconomic status, and weight. 

*Reference Lake Stevens School District Policy #5580 

The building principal or designee(s) will receive formal complaints from students, employees, or parents/guardians that meet the definition of harassment, intimidation, or bullying and investigate each complaint. Each incident that meets the definition of harassment, intimidation, or bullying will require the complainant to fill out the Incident Reporting Form located in each building and on-line at: 

http://www.k12.wa.us/SafetyCenter/BullyingHarassment/default.aspx. 

Discipline for those who are found to violate the bullying, harassment, and intimidation policy will take into account the frequency of incidents, the developmental age of the student, and the severity of the conduct. Based upon these factors students who are found to violate the policy will receive discipline sanctions that range from a warning to more serious sanctions such as short term suspension, long term suspension, emergency expulsion, or expulsion from the Lake Stevens School District and could also include a referral to law enforcement. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is the District Compliance Officer for the purposes of serving as the district’s primary contact for harassment, intimidation, and bullying complaints.