MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be...

28
MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School Year Information

Transcript of MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be...

Page 1: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS

2020-21 School Year Information

Page 2: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS2

Dear Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District Community:

The 2020-21 school year is upon us and I know our families, our students, and our staff are filled with mixed emotions and differing opinions about our decision to start the year in a virtual format. As we embark on the new year, we know that uncertainty lies ahead as we have never faced a global health pandemic in our recent history. This pandemic has touched all of us in so many ways and we, as your school district, are committed to providing as much help, support, and stability as we can as we navigate the challenging times ahead.

In the spring, our educators did exactly what we asked them to do -- quickly transition to a virtual learning platform while caring for the emotional needs of our students. We have now had more time for planning and preparation and know that our staff will do everything they can to make this school year successful for all of our students. Yes, many things will be different, from teaching and learning to sports and extracurricular activities like music, theater, and other clubs. We will do what we can, when we can, relying on guidance from health experts in Dane County. We remain committed to bringing our students into our schools as quickly as we are able.

Even in these unusual circumstances, we remain steadfastly committed to educational equity and our journey to becoming an anti-racist institution. We won’t rest until all students read at or above grade level. We remain committed to diversifying our workforce so that the adults in our buildings are a representation of the students we serve. Our diversity is our strength -- something to be cherished and treasured.

While the current context is one of polarization, intensity, and discord, we will continue to strive to model unity, kindness, and empathy.

Yours in service,

Dr. Dana E. MonogueSuperintendent(608) [email protected]

Welcome to the new school year!

Kromrey Grade 7 8-9:30 a.m.Gr. 5 9:30 - 11 a.m.

Closed for Lunch 11a.m. -12 p.m.

Gr. 6 12-1:30 p.m.Gr. 8 1:30 - 3 p.m.

About this publication ...The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District will have all 4K-12th grade students start the 2020-21 school year virtually. The District shared its reopening schools plans at the Board of Education meeting on Aug. 24. Please visit the District website www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us to learn more.

This publication contains important information that families may need to access throughout the school year. We have modified the format and information because of the virtual start to the school year, although there are items in the 28 pages that are specific to what will happen when students are allowed back in school buildings.

We will continue to communicate with families regularly about the metrics we are using to determine when students can return to school buildings. We also plan to survey families after the first few weeks of the school year to learn more about how virtual instruction is going.

If you have any questions after reviewing this publication, please contact Director of Communications Perry Hibner at [email protected] or 608-829-9014.

Page 3: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 3

Virtual Start, Transition to Blended or Face-to-Face (Universal Plan)

Fully Virtual(Alternative Available to Any Family)

General Overview

The district plans to start with a fully virtual plan and tran-sition students and staff back to buildings as it is deemed safe.

The district has offered fully online programming for the past 10 years for students K-12. This will continue to be an option with the addition of 4K this year.

Curriculum

Will be designed and delivered by our district teachers and delivered virtually until we are able to offer instruction in a blended format. Curriculum will be directly aligned with our district scope and sequence.

Based on the level of interest in a fully online option, we are able to deliver our district curriculum at the K-6 level. We will have at least two teachers at each grade-level. This means that our K-6 MCPASD online teachers can plan together in order to provide a high quality experience.

You can get more information on the secondary curriculumhttp://www.wisconsineschool.org/resources/digitalonline

Teachers Students will be assigned to teachers and classrooms which they will return to when we return to the buildings.

All teachers PK-8 will be MCPASD teachers. 9-12th grade stu-dents will have an advisor who is an MCPASD and will have MCPASD teachers except in a few areas where we do not have a local teacher who is able to teach that content online. In these cases, the teacher will be a teacher in Wisconsin who is a part of the Wisconsin eSchool Network.

Access to Services in Buildings

Students and staff will return to schools as it is deemed safe to do so. This may be in a hybrid model or a fully in building model.

Students and families will have the opportunity to return to buildings at natural transitions (trimester or semester).

Once deemed safe for students to return, our online students do have access to taking courses in our buildings, participat-ing in clubs, athletics and activities. They will also have the ability to access face to face support on their virtual courses. Transportation would be the responsibility of the family.

Logistics This is our universal plan. Students and families wanting this do not need to take any further action at this time.

Students and families wanting a fully online option will be asked to indicate this on a survey in August.

MCPASD 2020-21 Instructional Models

Sept 7 No School– Labor DaySept. 8 First Day of School-StudentsNov 25 No School– P/T DayNov. 26-27 No School – Thanksgiving Dec. 22 Last day before Winter Break

Winter Break Dec. 23 – Jan. 3Jan. 4 Classes resumeJan. 15 No School – Teacher Work DayJan. 18 No School – MLK Jr. DayMarch 26 Last day before Spring Break

Spring Break March 27 – April 4April 5 Classes resumeMay 31 No School – Memorial DayJune 4 Last Day of School

2020-21 District Key Dates Please note: Students will take part in Independent Online Learning on Wednesdays and staff will use the day for planning, professional development and collaboration.

Please also note that if the District moves to a hybrid-blended model or a full in-person model during the course of the 2020-21 school year, the weekly schedule will be adjusted and will be shared with families.

Page 4: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS4

The Campus Portal provides detailed, real-time information, including: Demographics, Schedules, Assignments, Assessment Scores, Calendar, Grades, Attendance, Graduation Progress, Academic Planner, To-Do Lists, Reports , District and School Notices. Each parent or guardian is assigned an account. If you have never used Campus Portal and do not have a user name/password, please contact 829-9600 or e-mail [email protected]. To log in, follow the directions below:

Logging into Campus Portal 1. Visit http://www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us 2. Click on Campus Portal under Quick Links tab on the right.3. The District issues each parent a user name and temporary password. You will be prompted to change your

campus password and set up a security email (if you haven’t already done so) the first time you log in. 4. If you are unable to retrieve your user name or password, contact Campus Portal Help Desk at 829-9600 or

email [email protected]

Download the Campus Portal AppA mobile app is available for your smartphone or other mobile device. 1. Download the app from the App store or Google Play.2. Search for your District name and state, entering at least 3 characters of the District’s name to search. Select the district from the list. 3. Enter your User Name and Password 4 If using a secure, private device, make Stay Logged in to receive mobile push notifications.5 Click Log in.

Tips on using Campus PortalParent Portal can be accessed by parents of enrolled students. Students can also be given access to the Portal, but they will only be able to access their own information. The Parent Portal address is:https://campus.mcpasd.k12.wi.us/campus/portal/mcpasd.jspThe Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using the language drop down at the bottom of the log in screen or at the bottom of the portal once signed in.

To view Student Information1. Once you log in Parent Portal2. Select <Today> on the top left under

Message Center3. After you select <Today>4. You will see the student information

box that includes:• Student Picture• Name• Student Number• Year• School• Grade

Toggling betwen student accountsSelecting the arrow button located on the upper right hand side of the screen will let you toggle between multiple students.

Updating Contact Information1. Click the <More> tab located on the left

hand side of the screen.2. Select the <Address Information> tab

Household Change RequestsRequests to change household data will be reviewed by District personnel and approved accordingly. There may be a short period of time between the time the request was submitted and when changes are reflected. The District requires proof of residency for all address changes. No address changes will be processed without proof of residency. Please submit your change by selecting the Update tab to the right of the information being changed, and provide ONE of the following four documents to the District Service Centeroffice: Utility Bill, Lease Agreement, Recent Home Purchase, Building Contract with closing date.’

Updating Household Phone Number• A pop up window will appear.• Enter the updated 10-digit household

phone number.• Contact the Registrar’s Office for address

changes.• Enter any comments related to the

modified information. These comments will be seen by the registration department when processing the update request.

Updating Contact Preferences1. From the User Menu located on the

upper right hand side of the screen 2. Select Settings3. From the Settings Menu, Select the

<Contact Preferences> tab Review existing contact information (phone

numbers and email addresses), enter any updates, and mark your desired Messenger Preferences.

4. To change your contact Preferences check or uncheck the appropriate box for each of the options

5. Select <Save> when complete

It is best to have at least one phone number and one email address marked for each of the Emergency, Attendance, General, and Priority notification types. This way you will receive all messages from your child’s school and district sent through the portal messaging system

Account SettingsAccount settings allow users to update their security email or password on record.

1. From the User Menu located on the upper right hand side of the screen

2. Select Settings3. Select <Account Settings>4. The Account Security Email is the

email used if a user forgets their username or password. Select <Update> Strong passwords are enforced, meaning that passwords should have a mix of letters, number, and characters to make them more secure. Select <Update>

5. A pop up box will show up for you to update information.

6. Select <Save> when complete

Tips on using the Campus Portal

Is your mailing address correct?Please check to make sure items are correct, and if you can’t change them, email the registrar’s office at [email protected]

Page 5: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 5

Paying Fees/Meals: www.mypaymentsplus.comThe District has a new fee pay and food service software system called MyPaymentsPlus.

Follow the directions to set up a new family account and pay for fees and add money to your student’s lunch account. Please note that you will need your child’s five-digit student identification number (to set up your MyPaymentsPlus account. The number can be found in Campus Portal, but the quickest way for returning students is to ask your child for that number. If you cannot obtain the five-digit number, please send an email to [email protected].

Step 1: Visit www.mypaymentsplus.com and click “register now”

Step 2: Select your state and then find your school district in the dropdown menu.

Step 3: Enter your first and last name along with your email address.Create a password that is at least seven characters and includes atleast one number. Double-check that everything is accurate beforecontinuing to the next step.

Step 4: Select the option that represents you best: parent/guardian,student, staff member, or guest. Click next after making theappropriate selection.

Step 5: Add students to your new account. If you do not know yourstudents’ ID numbers, you may skip this step and come back later.

Step 6: Once you have added your students to the account, click “done.”

Payment for fees and meals K-12

What is a consumable fee?The consumable fee goes toward the cost of textbooks and classroom materials that are used and need to be replaced often. (paper, photocopying, etc.).

Enrolling your childIf you are enrolling a new student in our District, your first step is to contact the Registrar’s Office, located at the District Services Center, 7106 South Ave., Middleton. Registration forms and requirements are listed on our website.

Click on Our District > Registrar’s Office

Questions? email [email protected]

Step 1Begin by Logging into your MyPaymentsPlus Account. On the parent home page you will see Cafeteria Accounts and your Student’s Name Enter Payment Amount then click Add to Cart.

Once Payment Amount has been entered Click Checkout Button at the top of the page. Review shopping cart and click Proceed to Checkout Button.

*After clicking proceed to checkout, you will be taken to the checkout page

Step 2 Once you are directed to the Checkout page you will see your payment summary.

Select A Payment Method or Add PaymentMethod by clicking Pay With Another Method

After selecting your payment method andentering payment information click Pay For Order

After your payment is processed you will be directed to a Thank You page with an option for an emailed receipt.

How to pay for Meals:Step 1 On the parent home page select Events and Activities. Below you will see a list of available activities for your student

Select the field trip or activities you would like to pay for then click Add to Cart Button.

Select the Checkout Button at the top of the page and click Proceed to Checkout. Next, you will be taken to the Checkout Page.

Step 2 Once you are directed to the Checkout Page you will see your payment summary.

Select A Payment Method or Add PaymentMethod by clicking Pay With Another Method

After selecting your payment method andentering payment information click Pay For Order

After your payment is processed you will be directed to a Thank You page with an option for an emailed receipt.

How to pay for Activities:

Weekend Food ProgramThe Weekend Food Program is a collaboration involving local churches, the MCPASD Edu-cation Foundation, and the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. This program was currently offered to elementary students and their families throughout the District, along-Glacier Creek students and Kromrey students who attended the Middleton Youth Center after-school program for much of the 2019-20 school year.

The program continued to be offered when school buildings were closed in mid-March and close to 300 bags were distributed week-ly at the various meal distribution sites across the District through mid-August.

Each week, volunteers plan menus, purchase food, and pack food bags for students who participate in the program. When schools are open, the food bags are then delivered to each school on Fridays where student services staff ensure the bags get into the correct backpacks for children to take home. The Weekend Food Program provides supple-mental, nutritious, easy-to-prepare food to children to ensure they get enough food on the weekends.

Details are still being finalized for the 2020-21 school year, but we expect the first bags to be delivered on Friday, Sept. 4. More information will be shared with families soon. If you are interested in the Weekend Food Program, please contact your school social worker.

Page 6: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS6

The District updated its Student Meal Feel Collection Policy #656.1 to reflect changes by the USDA. As part of these requirements, the District must provide notice of the meal charge policy to all families. This information will also be included with the e-mail to families regarding free and reduced meals. The updated policy is online at https://app.eduportal.com/documents/view/634397

School Menus Menus are posted online. Menus include

carbohydrate counts, and allergy information. If your child has been diagnosed with celiac, please contact Amy Jungbluth at [email protected] for a gluten-free menu.

Elementary Classroom MilkElementary milk break is charged directly

to your student’s account. Your student will be charged $.45 only on the days that they take milk. Students approved for free/reduced meals will receive free milk at break time. These charges are posted to your student’s account one week following the date of service. Students experiencing lactose intolerance may receive lactose free milk as a substitute.

Classroom Celebration for Birthdays or Special Events

Remember our very popular Celebration Treats. You choose the items and order using the MyPaymentsPlus site. Go to www.mypaymentsplus.com, click on Activities/Events then click on Classroom Celebration Order Form. The products are delivered to your student’s classroom and your student’s account is charged. What could be more convenient and fun than this? The Celebration form is available on the Forms page.

Milk $0.45

Breakfast

Elementary $1.50

Middle School $1.80

High School $2.05

Reduced FREE

Adults/All Guests $2.85

Lunch

Elementary $2.55

Middle School $2.85

High School $3.10

Reduced FREE

Adults/All Guests $3.80

2020-21 MEAL PRICES

Scho

ol N

utri

tion

Serv

ices

School Nutrition Services (SNS) provides breakfast and lunch daily for students in our District. Elementary students may choose between our hot lunch option or a delicious salad bar. Middle school and high school students are offered further options each day including a la carte and vending services. All products offered to students by the SNS meet or exceed our District Wellness policy guidelines.

How to Pay for Your Child’s MealsFamilies prepay for school meals using one of three methods; using our online payment

system, sending a check or bringing cash to the School Nutrition Services office, 2130 Pinehurst Dr., Middleton, WI 53562, or dropping off payment in the dropbox at each school.

Paying online Parents can choose to make a credit or debit card deposit in their student account.

Accessing Your AccountMoney can be deposited into student accounts at www.mypaymentsplus.com

Making Deposits in Person New this year, credit card payments are now accepted at our District Operations Office. Parents can deposit cash or checks made out to School Nutrition Services at the School Nutrition Services Office located at the District Operations Center or any of the schools secure drop boxes. Cash payments are recommended only at the School Nutrition Services office to provide you with a receipt of the transaction. Please indicate students’ first names in the memo section of your check or first and last name if their last name is different. Unless otherwise indicated, the DOC will split the amount evenly among each child in the family.

ContactsStudent Accounts & Celebration Treat Orders: Rhonda Kalscheur (829-2343)

Free & Reduced Applications: Amy Gundeck (829-2344)

School Menus: Amy Jungbluth (829-2345)

Student Health & Allergies: Amy Jungbluth (829-2345)

School Nutrition Services 2130 Pinehurst Drive Middleton, WI 53562(drop box by front door)

Pay for Meals at www.mypaymentsplus

Meal Service during Virtual Learning Pre-order your breakfast and lunch while virtual learning is in session using our online payment system (www.myapaymentsplus.com). You pick what breakfast and-or lunch you want from the options available. Meals will either be delivered by bus or available at the school a child attends. Meals will be available starting Sept. 1 and must be ordered one week in advance.

Page 7: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 7

Free & Reduced Meals

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District offers free & reduced meals for children who qualify. There is no charge for breakfast or lunch for those who qualify for reduced meals.

Who can get free/reduced meals?• All children in households receiving benefits

from FoodShare, the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)], or W-2 cash benefits are eligible for free meals, when listed on the application.

• Foster children who are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free meals.

• Children participating in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free meals.

• Children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free meals.

• Children may qualify to receive free or reduced price meals if your household’s income is at or below the limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines.

How do I know if my children qualify as homeless, migrant or runaway?Do the members of your household lack a permanent address? Are you staying together in a shelter, hotel, or other temporary housing arrangement? Does your family relocate on a seasonal basis? Are any children living with you who have chosen to leave their prior family or household? If you believe children in your household meet these descriptions and have not been told your children will getfree meals, please call 608-829-9022.

Can I apply online?Yes! The online application can be found online under the For Parents tab. Paper copies are still accepted, but online is preferred.

Do I need to fill out an application for each child? No. Use one Free and Reduced Price School Meals Application for all students in your household. An application can’t be approved until it is complete, so be sure to fill out all required information. Return the completed application to: Lunch Express, Attn: Amy Gundeck, 2130 Pinehurst Drive, Middleton, WI 53562.

Should I fill out an application if I received a letter this school year saying my children are already approved for free or reduced price meals?Please read the letter you received carefully and follow the instructions. If your letter indicated you qualify for free meals, then no application is needed. If any children in your household were missing from your eligibility notification, contact Amy Gundeck, 608-829-

2344, [email protected] immediately. If your household was notified it qualified for reduced price meals, we encourage you to complete an application to potentially qualify for free meals based on household size and income.

Do I need to fill out an application if my child attends a community eligiblity provision school (CEP)?If your child attends a school that participates in CEP, receipt of free breakfast and lunch meals does not depend on returning this application. However, this information is necessary for other programs and may be used to determine if your household is eligible for additional benefits.

My child’s application was approved last year. Do I need to fill out a new one?Yes. Your child’s application is only good for that school year and for the first few days of this school year, through 10/2/2020 or when a new eligibility is determined. You must submit a new application unless the school told you that your child is eligible for the new school year. If you do not submit a new application that is approved by the school or you have not been notified that your child is eligible for free meals, your child will be charged the full price for meals.

I get WIC. Can my children get free meals?Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced price meals, but it is based on income. Please submit an application.

My child(ren) qualifies for Badgercare Plus or Medicaid. Can my child get free meals? Children with BadgerCare Plus, Medicaid, or subsidized insurance may be eligible for free or reduced price meals, but it is based on household income and income size. Please submit an application to determine if your household qualifies.

Will the information I give be checked? Yes. We may also ask you to send written proof of the household income you report.

If I don’t qualify now, may I apply later?Yes, you may apply at any time during the school year. For example, children with a parent or guardian who becomes unemployed or experience a financial hardship may become eligible for free and reduced price meals if the household income drops below the income limit.

What if I disagree with the school’s decision about my application?You should talk to school officials. You alsomay ask for a hearing by writing to: Lori Ames, 7106 South Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562.

May I apply if someone in my household is not a U.S. Citizen? Yes. You, your children, or other householdmembers do not have to be U.S. citizens to apply for free or reduced price meals. What if my income is not always the same?List the amount that you normally receive. For example, if you normally make $1,000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only made $900, put down that you made $1,.000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, but do not include it if you only work overtime sometimes. If you have lost a job or had your hours or wages reduced, use your current income.

What if some household members have no income to report?Household members may not receive some types of income we ask you to report on the application, or may not receive income at all. Whenever this happens, please write a 0 in the field. However, if any income fields are left empty or blank, those will also be counted as zeroes. Please be careful when leaving income fields blank, as we will assume you meant to do so.

We are in the military. Do we report our income differently? Your basic pay and cash bonuses must be reported as income. If you get any cash value allowances for off-base housing, food, or clothing, it must also be included as income. However, if your housing is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, do not include your housing allowance as income. Do not include any combat pay resulting from deployment as income.

What if there is not enough space on the application for my family? List any additional household members on aseparate piece of paper and attach it to your application.

My family needs more help. Are there other programs we might apply for?To find out how to apply for FoodShare or other assistance benefits, contact your local assistance office or call 1-800-362-3002.

NEW THIS YEARSign up online for Free & Reduced Price Meals!

Find the link atFor Parents>Nutritional

Services>Free & Reduced Lunch

Page 8: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS8

SAFE

TY

Helpful HintIf at all possible, schedule doctor/dentist appointments after school or during breaks so your child doesn’t miss school.

Be ProactiveIf scheduling during the school day can’t be avoided, ask your doctor/dentist office for a professional excuse on letterhead

In-Building School Hours Levels Start time End timeElementary 7:45 a.m. 2:40 p.m.Middle 8:20 a.m. 3:36 p.m.High 8:25 a.m. 3:44 p.m.4K morning 8:50 a.m. 11:26 a.m.4K afternoon 12:09 p.m. 2:45 p.m.

Stay Safe. Speak Up!Stay Safe,. Speak Up! is a service for students, parents, and staff to easily and anonymously (if desired), report bullying, discrimination, abuse, health concerns, intimidation or safety concerns, 24/7/365. Stay Safe. Speak Up! Is an effective way to report any concern, at any time. A report can be filed one of three ways: 1. Report by telephone and speak to a live attendant 24/7 or choose to leave a voicemail

(866-547-8362)2. Report via a mobile application to send details about an issue or concern right from a

mobile device (https://staysafespeakup.app/Welcome/download Use code:MCPASD); 3. Report via an online form, using the link on our District and school websites

(https://staysafespeakup.app/Welcome/district/mcpasd).

School officials are immediately emailed when a report is submitted. In an urgent situation or an immediate threat to safety, the urgent phone tree is activated, and officials are contacted until someone is reached.Did you know ...

Parents and guardians can legally excuse up to 10 absences from school each year. Once your child has had five absenses, the District will remind you that your child is approaching five absences out of the 10 days that are allowed by Wisconsin state law.

Emergency ContactWe want to keep you informed in case of an emergency. When important information needs

to be shared, the District may send a phone message and/or e-mail. The system will be used for emergencies or time-sensitive situations, such as late buses or event cancellations. If school is canceled, you will receive an automated phone call from the District. Parents are able to update their contact information online with current phone and e-mail addresses. Please contact the Registrar’s Office at [email protected] for all other changes, such as alternative contacts or changes in physicians.

Parents will need to update their e-mail for District and School eNews separately.

You can download the Stay Safe/Speak Up app. Use the code MCPASD

Page 9: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 9

Hea

lth S

ervi

ces

We need your help, too!Here is what you can do at home to help keep your student and yourself healthy:

• Help them wash their hands often.• Help them avoid close contact with

people who are sick.• Remind them to stay 6 feet apart from

other people outside of their household.• Remind/encourage those who are able

to do so safely to cover their mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when they are around others. Some people cannot wear a cloth face covering safely. Cloth face coverings should not be placed on children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or anyone who is unable to remove the covering without assistance. In addition to medical consid-erations, individuals may fear racial pro-filing or discrimination based on wearing – or not wearing – a face covering.

• Teach them to clean and disinfect fre-quently touched surfaces daily.

When we return to school ...

Keep your student home if illIt is important for you to keep your student home when they are not feeling well. If you have any questions on whether your student should come to school, the best decision would be to keep them home and contact your health care provider to discuss your concerns. We especially want you to keep your student home from school if they are experiencing any of the symptoms below, if they have been in contact with anyone diagnosed with COVID-19, or if your student has been diagnosed with COVID-19.If you do not have a doctor, call 211 to be connected to resources that can help you access test-ing and care. Many clinics in Wisconsin provide services for people with little or no insurance, including free and low cost clinics, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), rural health centers, and tribal health centers. When should I keep my child home from school?• Chills or shivering• Cough• Headache• Muscle or body aches• Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea• New loss of taste or smell• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing• Sore throat• Temperature of 100.4 degrees F or above • If your child has had close contact with someone who has COVID-19• If your child was diagnosed with COVID-19

Please reach out to health office staff in our school buldings if you have questions regarding your child returning to school.

Dear Families, Welcome to the 2020-21 school year! The health and safety of our students and staff is our highest priority this school year. We want to assure you that we are working closely with Public Health Madison and Dane County (PHMDC) to monitor COVID-19.

COVID-19:We want to provide you with some information on COVID-19 and share the steps we are taking to keep your students and our staff safe and healthy.

How is COVID-19 spread?The virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to spread from person-to-person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby, or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Spread is more likely when people are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).

Some steps we are taking to reduce the risk of COVID-19:• Asking families and caregivers to screen their student for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 daily and keep

the student home if they are ill• Asking staff to screen themselves for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 daily and keep the student home if

they are ill• Maintaining physical distancing as much as possible• Installing physical barriers to separate individuals where physical distancing is not an option • When possible, keeping students in small groups (referred to as “cohorts”) to reduce exposure points • Follow PHMDC masking orders• Cleaning and disinfecting according to CDC guidelines• Improving ventilation by updating our air filtration system• Separate locations for health office visits: one for healthy visits (medication administration, first aid, etc.) and

one for ill/sick visits • Using appropriate PPE when needed per CDC guidelines• Continuing regular communication between MCPASD and PHMDC

Page 10: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS10

What are the immunization requirements?The following are the minimum required immunizations for each age and grade level

according to the Wisconsin Student Immunization Law. These requirements can be waived for health, religious or personal conviction reasons. Additional immunizations may be recommended for your child depending on his or her age. Please contact your doctor or local health department to determine if your child needs additional immunizations

Requirement for 6th-GradersWisconsin Student Immunization Law requires a Tdap vaccine for students entering the sixth grade. Tdap protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). The Tdap vaccine is different than the DTaP/DTP/DT vaccines received as a child. Only one dose is required. Parents/Guardians need to provide proof of receiving the vaccination or sign a waiver which can be done in the school’s health office.

Meningococcal vaccine Meningococcal disease, commonly called

bacterial meningitis, is a potentially fatal infection that can occur among teenagers and college students. While meningococcal disease is rare and difficult to contract, it is very serious, and there is a vaccine that can prevent it. The Meningococcal vaccine is not a school required vaccine, but it is recommended that students in grades 6-12 get vaccinated. Please consult your child’s primary health care provider regarding this disease and vaccine.

1. Children 5 years of age or older who are enrolled in a Pre-K class should be assessed using the immunization requirements for Kindergarten through Grade 5, which would normally correspond to the individual’s age.2. D = diphtheria, T = tetanus, P = pertussis vaccine. DTaP/DTP/DT/Td vaccine for all students Pre-K through 12: Four doses are required. However, if a student received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday, further doses are not required. Note: A dose four days or less before the 4th birthday is also acceptable.3. DTaP/DTP/DT vaccine for children entering Kindergarten: Each student must have received one dose after the 4th birthday (either the 3rd, 4th, or 5th dose) to be compliant. Note: A dose four days or less before the 4th birthday is also acceptable.4. Tdap is an adolescent tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis combination vaccine. If a stu-dent received a dose of a tetanus-containing vaccine, such as Td, within five years before entering the grade in which Tdap is required, the student is compliant and a dose of Tdap vaccine is not required.5. Polio vaccine for students entering grades Kindergarten through 12: Four doses are required. However, if a student received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday, further doses are not required. Note: a dose four days or less before the 4th birthday is also acceptable.6. Laboratory evidence of immunity to hepatitis B is also acceptable.7. MMR is measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine. The first dose of MMR vaccine must have been received on or after the 1st birthday. Laboratory evidence of immunity to all three diseases (measles and mumps and rubella) is also acceptable. Note: A dose four days or less before the 1st birthday is also acceptable.8. Varicella vaccine is chickenpox vaccine. A history of chickenpox disease or laboratory evidence of immunity to varicella is also acceptable.

For more information on Wisconsin immunization requirements: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/immunization/childhood.htm

Legal Notices The school is required to send legal notices to parents/guardians who have not provided proof of required vaccinations and/or have not signed a waiver. The first legal notice will be sent out 15 days after the first day of school. The second legal notice will be sent out 25 days after the first day of school. To avoid receiving these legal notices, please bring your child’s up to date immunization record to their school if they are new to the district, or have received new immunizations since the last school year.

Immunization WaiversThe District follows Wisconsin State Statute 252.04, which requires all students through 12th grade who do not submit waivers to present evidence that they have received the first dose of each vaccine required for their grade within 30 school days of admission. The second dose must be within 90 days of admis-sion and the third and fourth dose if required for their grade within 30 days of the begin-ning of the next school year. Students whose parent/guardian signs a religious or personal waiver are compliant with the law. Students whose physician signs a health waiver are compliant with the law. Waivers are available in every school’s health office.

Health Forms are available at www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us

under For Parents

Page 11: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 11

What’s the difference between the School Health Assistant and the School Nurse?

Health Assistant:• Works in a specific school’s health office

during school hours• Sees the majority of students reporting

to the health office for illness and/or injuries

• Administers daily medication• Assists with daily management of

chronic health conditions• Manages school immunization

information• Contacts parents as needed from the

health office

School Nurse:• Divides time between multiple schools

within the district• Assist in seeing student in the health

office• Develops individual student healthcare

plans as needed for management of chronic health conditions in the school setting

• Educates and trains district staff on student health conditions, emergency medication administration, and other delegated medical procedures

• Approves medication orders and medication to be kept at school

• Assists in planning field trips and activities in order to keep all students’ safe

• Teaches health-related lessons to students and staff

• Completes annual student vision and hearing screenings

How can you help us keep all students safe at school?1. Accurately and thoroughly complete the annual Student Enrollment Form2. Let health office staff know if your child has a chronic and/or newly diagnosed health

condition3. Let us know if your child needs medication administered/available at school4. When calling the attendance line to report your child is staying home sick, leave detailed

information of the illness and/or symptoms so we can track and report trends5. Follow district guidelines of when to keep your child home sick6. Keep parent/guardian contact information up-to-date within the school’s online system7. Bring in a medical excuse/doctor’s note whenever possible to:

a. Excuse absencesb. Provide information regarding an extended illnessc. Specify any activity limitations/PE class guidelinesd. List temporary accommodations needed during school hours

District procedure for medication at school

The following guidelines will be followed when medication is administered to students:

Non-prescription (over the counter) medication will be administered by District personnel upon receipt of:• Written detailed medication instructions including the name, dose, time, route, etc. Please note,

the written dose cannot exceed the recommended dose on the box/bottle as it relates to the child’s age or weight. If it does, then a physician’s signature is required.

• Signed consent by the parent/guardian.• The medication(s) brought to school by the parent/guardian must be non-expired and in the

original container containing legible dosage instructions.

Prescription medication and Non-FDA approved supplements will be administered by district personnel upon receipt of:• Written detailed medication instructions including the name, dose, time, route, etc. • Signed by the prescribing physician/health care provider.• Signed consent by the parent/guardian.• The medication(s) brought to school by the parent/guardian must be in the original

prescription labeled pharmacy container that contains dosing instructions which match the signed, written order.

Medication Forms: Medication forms for both non-prescription and prescription medications are available on

the District’s Health Services Webpage at https://mcpasd.k12.wi.us/node/280/health-forms-and-downloads.

The district will accept other medication forms used by physicians as long as all required information is provided.

Medication Management/Guidelines: • Students are allowed to self-carry some medications, as long as the school is provided

with a written order stating so and it has been signed by both the physician and a parent/guardian.

• All medications that are to be administered by school personnel will be kept in a locked location.

• It is the responsibility of the student to get his/her medication at the designated time. • Only empty medication containers will be sent home from school with students for safety

reasons.• Only parents/guardians are allowed to bring in medication or medication refills for safety

reasons (i.e. - Do not send medication to school in your child’s backpack).• All medication must be reclaimed by a parent/guardian at the end of the school year or it will

be discarded.• A new medication order is required for each school year.• Students are not to share over-the-counter medication and/or prescription medication with

any other student. Everyone reacts differently to medication and for safety purposes no sharing of medication will be permitted. Students will be subject to disciplinary action if they share medication.

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District does NOT provide accident insurance coverage for student injuries incurred at school or from participation in school affiliated activities, (ie: athletics or clubs). The District recommends that you review your current health and accident insurance to determine if coverage is adequate for your student. If you do not have insurance coverage, or you wish to supplement the insurance coverage you currently have for your student, the District offers a voluntary (parent/guardian paid) student accident insurance plan.

For more information regarding the plan or to obtain an application form, please go to the following link: www.1stagency.com/voluntaryaccidentcoverage.htm and then choose STATE (Wisconsin) and SCHOOL DISTRICT (Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District).

Voluntary Student Accident Insurance

Page 12: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS12

The Transportation Services Department is responsible for the transportation of Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District children to and from school, field trips and athletic events. The Transportation Services offices are located in the Transportation Center at 3180 Deming Way, Middleton.

Remember, your child(ren) should be outside your home, standing at the bus stop 5 minutes prior to your scheduled school bus pick up time.

You can reach Transportation Services by calling 608-829-2365, by fax at 608-831-2534 or by using the Bus Route Feedback form under the parent section of the district website. Children are allowed to ride the bus if deemed eligible by the Transportation Center, in accordance with Board Policy.

Board Policy 751 sets the guidelines for walking distances to bus stops. Kindergarten students may walk up to 0.2 miles, other elementary level students may walk up to 0.3 miles, and middle and high school students may walk up to 0.5 miles

We try to build the routes using the “first on, first off” concept. In some areas of the District it is not practical to use this method and your child(ren) may be first on in the morning and last off in the afternoon.

In the case of dead end roads and cul-de-sacs, the Distract shall determine the advisability of their use as bus routes and stops.

Due to fleet replacements and bus capacities, balanced mileage on our fleet, some bus numbers change from year to year. Correct bus numbers will be displayed in the Bus Stop Locator.

NEW THIS YEARDue to Covid-19,we are only allowing a one

stop location in both AM and PM. Students will have assigned seats and siblings/members of the same household will sit together. We are not accepting out of attendance or out of district on routes. Families not utilizing transportation service need to submit on the Bus Feedback form that they will not need service.

Bus RoutesRoute information is available through the

Bus Stop Locator link on the District’s website, under Transportation Services, Bus Routes.

Alternatively, transportation information is also available through your Campus Portal account.

Bus GuidelinesMore than likely, your child will be using

the District’s transportation either to and from school, or through field trips during school hours. In order to assure the utmost safety of all students, please talk with your child and help them understand the safe riding rules. Loading/Unloading• For safety, so you don’t have to run, please

be at the bus stop about 5 minutes before the bus is scheduled to be there.

• Please be aware that the drop off time may vary due to unforeseen or unusual circumstances.

• Students must ride on their assigned bus. and assigned stop location. Parental exceptions need to be made in writing to the school principal.

• At this time, students will not be able to ride home with other students (ie. going to a friend’s house, going to grandparent’s house) We are only accepting students assigned to their routes

• Walk on the side of the road facing traffic to get to the bus stop, and stay off the road while waiting for the bus.

• When leaving the bus, cross the road at least 10 feet in front of the bus, but only after receiving a signal from the driver, and checking to be sure no traffic is approaching. Students should be alert to the danger signal from the driver.

• Please be courteous, behave in an orderly fashion, and help look after the comfort and safety of small children.

• While on the bus ...• Obey the driver.• Keep the bus safe and clean at all times.• Sit in your assigned seat, if applicable, and

remain seated while the bus is in motion.• Refrain from throwing anything inside the

bus, or out the bus windows. Keep your hands and head inside the bus at all times.

• Never tamper with the bus, or any of its equipment. Damage shall be paid for by the offender.

• Refrain from shouting or unnecessary confusion as it can divert the driver’s attention and could cause an accident. Video games and music are distracting to the driver. Students should wear headphones on their personal devices. The driver should not hear video games or music as they are a distraction.

• When approaching a railroad crossing sign, riders should remain silent.

• In case of a road emergency, remain in the bus, unless directed to do otherwise by the bus driver.

• Transporting live animals, glass articles, roller blades or skateboards on the bus is not permitted because of the potential safety hazard.

• Please keep your personal items and any part of your body out of the aisles.

• Profanity is not allowed.

Transportation Rural areas1. Students will be transported to and from

the nearest point where private driveways intersect with town, county, state or federal roads.

2. Students will be collected at prearranged points where dwelling units are clustered.

Urban areas1. Students living 1.1 miles from their

assigned school will be collected at prearranged bus stops.

2. The District may transport students living less than 1.1 miles from their assigned school if it is determined in accordance with State Statute 121.54(9) that hazardous conditions prevail. In Cross Plains, transportation is provided for all students living more than 0.5 miles from school.Transportation to Child Care Provider

All students, including those who are not normally bused, are eligible to ride the bus after school if they need to be transported to a child care provider, and meet the following conditions.

Due to contact tracing, transportation is allowing only one location stop AM and PM.

Parents need to fill out a Request for Regular Transportation to Child Care Provider Form annually. The form is available online.

The following conditions need to be met: 1. The provider is located on the route and

will utilize the current group stop location. The bus will not add mileage to its route to go past the child care provider’s residence.

2. Requests received prior to July 15 will be guaranteed a ride provided the above is met. After July 15, requests will be determined by whether or not there is room on the bus.

3. Only a limited number of changes of provider will be accepted during the year. A new set of forms is required for each change.

4. Transportation requests to and from child care providers must be renewed each school year.Alternate school assignmentDue to Covid-19 and the increase of number of students enrolling in the District, we are unable to provide transportation for students out of district or out of attendance boundaries

Disciplinary Procedures - TransportationBus riding is considered a privilege and an

extension of the school day. Inappropriate behavior on a school bus can be potentially dangerous, and must be dealt with in a timely manner. Please notify the driver, Transportation Center or building principal with concerns so they may be addressed efficiently.

The principal or designee has authority over the disposition of bus misconduct reports. Disciplinary measures in addition to or in lieu of Code “level” consequences may include:• Warning with parental notification• Bus riding suspensions of 1-3 days, with parental notification.• Bus riding suspensions of one week or greater. These require a mandatory student-parent/guardian-administrator conference.

Page 13: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 13

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District Board of Education consists of nine citizens from specific geographic areas of the District.

Each member serves a term of three years and/or until their successors are elected and qualified.

Terms are arranged so that three new seats are open for election each year. Board members are selected from specific geographic areas, but represent the District as a whole. During elections, residents vote for candidates in all areas.

The Board generally meets the second and fourth Monday of each month, with the exception of Monday evenings that fall on holidays, spring or winter break, or when it is not deemed necessary by the Board. These meetings are usually held in the District Services Center, 7106 South Ave., Middleton beginning at 7 p.m. and are open to the public. A complete meeting schedule is available on the District website.

The meetings are also telecast on the District’s YouTube Channel. Check out the District website for stories about the items discussed or voted upon after each meeting, or follow the District on Facebook for live updates during the meetings.

Name Area E-mail Phone Term expires

Annette Ashley - President

IV [email protected] 608-836-9882 2023

Bob Green -Vice President

II [email protected] 608-798-4351 2023

Bob Hesselbein - Treasurer

IV [email protected] 608-628-9024 2022

Todd Smith - Clerk IV [email protected] 608-203-6155 2021

Anne Bauer- Member V [email protected] 608-824-9851 2021

Sean Hyland - Member II [email protected] 608-798-2999 2021

Minza Karim - Member III [email protected] 631-875-0807 2022

Paul Kinne - Member III [email protected] 608-833-0693 2023

Katy Morgan - Member I [email protected] 608-833-0693 2022

email the entire board at [email protected]

Join us for the MCPASD Annual Meeting 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 21

See website for details

Board of Education

District MissionTo educate all students to be contributing members of a global society by inspiring them with a lifelong love of learning, challenging them with rigorous and innovative curriculum, and empowering them through inclusion and collaboration.

Page 14: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS14

Crisis PreparednessThe safety and security of our students

and staff are top priorities for the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District (MCPASD). This communication explains some of the procedures that have been planned and practiced in the event of an emergency at your child’s school.

School administrators work closely with local law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services and emergency management personnel to ensure our Emergency/Crisis Response Plan reflects appropriate practices and all schools are prepared for emergencies. Key personnel are trained in National Incident Management System procedures, and MCPASD takes an all-hazards approach to emergency readiness. We are prepared to work in partnership with emergency responders should a critical incident occur in one of our schools.

Our comprehensive emergency plan addresses a multitude of potential incidents, not because we expect them to occur, but because we want to be prepared in case they do. For security reasons, specific details are not made available to the public; however, parents and students have a vital role and it is important that you know what to do in an emergency. Please review information in this communication, in advance of the school year, to make sure you and your child understand the emergency procedures.What is an emergency?

An emergency is any unexpected incident that could possibly put your child’s safety at risk. It could be anything from a disruption in utilities to a terrorist activity and could affect one child, one school, or the entire school district. School officials, and sometimes emergency responders, will evaluate the seriousness of each situation and determine the best action to respond quickly, safely and appropriately. Advanced planning and preparation can minimize the risks in any emergency situation. This page offers guidelines for preparedness, what parents should do, and what the school will do in the event of an emergency. Communication procedures and student release procedures are also outlined. What do schools do to prepare or practice for emergencies?

Our schools prepare for emergencies in a number of ways. Each school has an emergency/crisis plan that defines the roles and responsibilities of staff in supporting the school’s response to an emergency and identifies spaces or locations to be utilized by the school when an emergency occurs. The school safety plans are updated on an annual basis.

Each school has a Situation Response Team (SRT), consisting of designed staff members who have volunteered to serve in an emergency response capacity. SRT members undergo training on an annual basis, which includes participating in tabletop exercises (scenarios)

that simulate various emergency situations that the school may encounter. These exercises are facilitated by local emergency responders who also serve on the District’s School Safety Planning Team. Schools also conduct emergency response drills throughout the school year. These drills provide a valuable opportunity for students and staff to practice what to do in the event of an emergency at school as well as allowing school administration to assess the readiness of students and staff in responding to a potential emergency. Parents will not be notified by the school as to the date or time when the drills are scheduled. Parents and visitors are not allowed to enter the school until an emergency response drill has been completed.

How will parents be notified if an incident occurs at school?Our first priority is to ensure all students are safe, accounted for, and under adult supervision. As soon as it is possible to do so, the Director of Communications will communicate information to parents and the community. The school dis-trict has a variety of media available to parents that will be updated, as needed, with the most complete and accurate information available.

1. School Messenger (phone notification to par-ents and staff): An automated phone message and or e-mail to parents and staff in emergen-cies.2. MCPASD website (www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us)3. MCPASD Main Phone Number (829-9000)4. MCPASD Mobile ApplicationIn the event of a significant emergency, parents are encouraged to tune in to one of the follow-ing local television stations or their websites to follow the event as it unfolds:Channel 3 - WISC (CBS); www.channel3000.comChannel 15 - WMTV (NBC); www.nbc15.comChannel 27 - WKOW (ABC); www.wkow.comChannel 47 - WMSN (FOX)http://www.fox47.com

Preparedness: What should parents do to prepare for an emergency?Parents have an invaluable role in preparing their children for emergencies. Listed below are some of the ways you can help them understand that if an emergency occurs at school, teachers and school officials are trained to handle the situation. Reassure them you will be contacted by the school and you will be reunited with them as soon as it is safe to do so.• Be sure emergency contact information is current and correct. If an e-mail address,

work, home or cell phone number changes, please update it immediately. You can do that Campus Portal. If you are unable to do so, then contact the school office.

• Keep the school nurse informed of any medical conditions or physical limitations your child may have or medications your child may be taking. Provide the necessary medical supplies and medication for daily use and an additional supply to carry your child through an emergency. If there are questions about the appropriate amount of medica-tion or supplies, please consult your child’s physician.

• Identify who is authorized to pick up your child if you are not able to respond. Make sure their contact information is current and correct. Please understand your child will only be released to parents and persons identified on the emergency contact list. Discuss this information with your child.

• Make sure your child knows their parent or guardian’s name, address and phone num-bers. If there is only one parent or guardian, your child should have contact information for a second responsible adult.

• Talk with your child about the importance of remaining calm and following instructions in the event of an emergency. If an emergency occurs while they are at school, their teacher will provide them with appropriate instructions and information.

• Let your child know they could be moved to another location until you can pick them up. Explain the term “evacuation” so they are not afraid of being evacuated from their school.

• Explain that cell phones should not be used during an emergency unless directed to do so by a teacher. Emergency responders will depend on cell phones for communication. If students and parents are trying to contact each other, cell phone circuits may be-come overloaded, interfering with the ability of emergency personnel to communicate vital information.

Page 15: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 15

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act provides certain rights and protections for students experiencing homelessness. Students experiencing homelessness are defined as individuals who lack a fixed, regular and night-time residence, which includes the following conditions:• Temporarily sharing the housing of other

persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship or a similar reason.

• Living in motels, hotels, or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative adequate accommodations.

• Living in emergency, transitional, or domestic violence shelters.

• Living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, bus or train stations or similar settings.

• Migratory children who meet the definition of homeless under McKinney-Vento.

• Unaccompanied youth who also meet the definition of homeless under the McKinney-Vento Act.

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance ActStudents experiencing homelessness have the right to: • Receive a free, appropriate public education.• Enroll in school immediately, even if lacking

documents normally required for enrollment.• Enroll in school and attend class while the

school gathers needed documents.• Enroll in the child’s local school; or continue

attending their school of origin (the school the student attended when permanently housed or the school in which they were last enrolled), if that is the preference.

• If the school district believes that the school selected is not in the best interest of the child, then the district must provide the parent/guardian with a written explanation of the district’s position and inform the parent/guardian of their right to appeal the decision.

• Receive transportation to and from the school or origin, if requested by the parent/guardian.

• Receive educational services comparable to those provided to other students, according to the child’s needs.

If you are experiencing homelessness or would like more information regarding the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, please contact MCPASD homeless/foster care liaison Paley Nordlof at 608-826-7649, your school social worker or the Mental Health Coordinator at the District Services Center. The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) contains protections for children who are placed in out-of-home care (foster care). ESSA requires State and local educational agencies to collaborate with child welfare agencies to ensure the educational stability of children in foster care. Together, ESSA and the Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act (Fostering Connections) ensure that children in foster care experience the same opportunities as their peers to be successful in school and life and that there is minimal educational disruption as the result of the child’s foster care placement.Please contact Paley Nordlof at 608-826-7649 for more information.

Construction on the new addition north of the current MHS building along with rebuilding some areas on the north end of the current

building began in late March and remain on schedule. The first phase is scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2021.

Page 16: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS16

Bilingual Services

The Department of Bilingual Services provides services and supports to bilingual students and families in the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District.

English as a Second Language (ESL) and bilingual services are provided to English learners in all of our buildings. Two-Way Immersion programming began at Sauk Trail in the 2017-18 school year, and Spanish Language Arts courses (for Spanish speakers in grades 7-12) continue this year at Kromrey and Glacier Creek Middle Schools and Middleton High School.

Additionally, district staff support families with translation/interpretation needs, and our Bilingual Student and Family Engagement Specialists provide support and advocacy for bilingual families.

Please contact any of the following ESL/bilingual resource teachers or district staff members for more information.

Elm Lawn Elementary• Noelle Seelen, 829-9078

Northside Elementary• Patricia García, 829-9181

Park Elementary• Terry Andrews, 826-7776

Pope Farm Elementary• Melissa SchwennSauk Trail Elementary

• Robert Corday, 829-9195• Michelle Bolstad, 829-9204

Sunset Ridge Elementary• Samantha Russo 829-9307

West Middleton Elementary• Mary Emerich, 829-9400• Pamela Meuer

Glacier Creek Middle School• Terry Andrews, 826-7630• Amanda Montoya, 829-9490• Susan Guderyon

Kromrey Middle School• Carly Knoche, 829-9608• Mercedes Martin, 829-9560

Middleton High School/Clark Street Community School

• Daria Borokhim, 829-9894• Rachel Gilbertson, 829-9730• Tammy Pérez, 826-7628

District Services Center• José Velarde, District Translator/

Interpreter, 829-9029• Jannyce Rodriguez, Bilingual Student and

Family Engagement Specialist, 829-9484

• Alejandra Vázquez, Bilingual Student and Family Engagement Specialist, 829-9601

• Amanda Keenan, Administrative Assistant for Bilingual Services, 829-9015 608-352-0156

• Mandi Sersch-Morstad, Director of Bilingual Services, 829-9060

Construction on the District’s newest elementary school, Pope Farm, was completed in early August. The school is located in the southern part of the District and is the first new elementary school built in the District since Sunset Ridge opened in 1996.

Page 17: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 17

A note from the MCPASD Education FoundationDear District families,As we prepare for the 2020-21 school

year, I would like to share how the Education Foundation is supporting MCPASD students and staff, and how you can get involved.

Below are some of the ways we supported the district in 2019-2020. In the coming year, our focus on diversity and our commitment to equity will continue:

COVID-19 ResponseSince school buildings closed in mid-March,

we have raised more than $51,000 for meals, $38,000 for the Weekend Food Program and more than $37,000 for personal hygiene supplies for students in need. This has funded 60,000 free meals, 7,800 bags for the Weekend Food Program and 1,700 boxes of personal hygiene supplies – all for MCPASD students. Our thanks to the donors who have supported these important initiatives!

Internet Connectivity FundraiserWith the virtual start to the school year, we

want to help ensure that all MCPASD students can engage and succeed in virtual learning. We’re supporting an initiative to help provide devices to the approximately 200 District families who can’t afford internet access or need assistance with MiFi internet access devices and Chromebooks.

We’re more than 80% of the way to our $50,000 goal, and we’re grateful to all the donors who have contributed!

You can learn more about our work, and how you can help, on our website: https://mcpasdfoundation.org.

Best,

Amber Kiggens-LeifheitExecutive Director, Education Foundation

Construction on a new addition on the north end of Park Elementary School in Cross Plains is nearing completion. The project took about five months to com-plete. The school will now have its own cafeteria. It was the only District elemen-tary school where lunch was served in the gymnasium previously.

Page 18: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS18

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District 4-Year-Old Kindergarten (4K) Program is a community-based 4K program, operating in 11 various locations throughout the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. The program began in 2011 with more than 300 students and continues to grow each year.

Each 4K site is unique and offers various opportunities for children. However, they are all unified in the curriculum that they deliver and the assessment tools used.

The program follows the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards which specify developmentally appropriate expectations for children. The standards address a child’s health and physical development, social and emotional development, language development and communication skills, and cognition and general knowledge.

By using these standards as a guide, the programs are all able to utilize a play-based exploration model that is child initiated. The mission of the program is to provide equal access to high quality early childhood education and learning experiences for all children.

For more information about our program, go http://www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us/mcpasd4k/

School SuppliesThe school district will provide school supplies and a tablet for all 4K students.

Orientation/Open HouseIndividual 4K sites will contact parents directly to share open house/orientation information.

TransportationTransportation is provided for the MCPASD 4K program, following the existing MCPASDtransportation guidelines. Transportation is available for the MCPASD 4K program, but not for extended care. For more information about the transportation services, see Board Policy 751 Student Transportation Services.

MCPASD 4K Transportation Guidelines• 4K transportation is available to and from 4K sites in the student’s home attendance area, or the

attendance area of a child’s daycare.• If your child does not need transportation on a given day, please contact our transportation

department (608-829-2365) to notify them.• Students must be ready to board when the bus arrives.• An adult must be at the drop-off location 5 minutes before the scheduled bus arrival time.• Before a driver can drop-off a MCPASD 4K student, an adult must be present at the• student’s stop.• If the driver does not see that an adult is meeting the student, the bus will finish the route and will

return for another drop-off attempt. The driver will notify the Transportation Center so staff may contact the parent. If the parent is not reached, and/or upon the second drop-off attempt, if an adult is still not visible, the student will be transported to the District Services Center (DSC) at 7106 South Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562. Every effort will be made to reach family and emergency contacts.

• Bus ride times may vary day-to-day due to factors such as inclement weather, student absences from routes, delays in students being ready to board the bus, or delays in being able to drop-off students.

Academy For Little LearnersAddress: 9649 Silicon Prairie Parkway, VeronaContact: Betsy Erdmann 608-826-5437 [email protected]

Club House For Kids: MiddletonAddress: 3150 Deming Way, MiddletonContact: Rebecca Ganser 608-824-2090 [email protected]

Little Cardinals Academy: Cross PlainsAddress: 1805 Bourbon Road, Cross PlainsContact: Brenda Fritz 608.237.1826  [email protected]

Little Red Pre-School: MiddletonAddress: 7739 Terrace Avenue, MiddletonContact: Karen Meinholz, Diane Olson or Courtney Meyer 608-831-0033 (Ext. 1) [email protected]

Little Red Pre-School: Cross Plains2427 Church St., Cross Plains (St. Martin’s)Contact: Corena Juech,608-831-0033 (Ext.1) [email protected]

Middleton Baby and Childcare (Spanish supported program)Address: 5219 Century Avenue, MiddletonContact: Elizabeth Strasma 608-819-8370  [email protected]

Middleton Pre-SchoolAddress: 7118 Old Sauk Road, MadisonContact: Joan Stoppleworth 608-836-7554 [email protected]

Pooh Bear Child Care and Pre-SchoolAddress: 1340 Deming Way, MiddletonContact: Theresa Shaeffer 608-831-2327 [email protected]

Primrose School of Middleton Address: 3000 Deming Way, MiddletonContact: Amanda Kienbaum 608-841-1684 [email protected]

Elm Lawn Elementary School Address: 6701 Woodgate Road, MiddletonContact: MaryBeth Paulisse - Director of Curriculum, Assessment & 4K

West Middleton Elementary SchoolAddress: 7627 W. Mineral Point Rd, VeronaContact: MaryBeth Paulisse - Director of Curriculum, Assessment & 4K

MCPASD 4K Program MCPASD 4K sites

Page 19: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 19

This section provides an overview of frequently referenced District policies. Complete District policies can be found on the district website at www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us.

Dis

tric

t Pol

icie

s

be absent from school for religious reasons. Also, any student with a conflict between an academic requirement and any religious observance must be given an alternative means of meeting the academic requirement. Teachers and administrators will not schedule assessments, reviews or special events (field trips, assembly programs, athletic contests, after-school activities, open houses) on the following holy days that may fall on school days: Eid al-Fitr. Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur Passover (first two days and last two days) , Christmas and Easter.

This policy provides the opportunity for all students to participate in school activities without compromising their religious beliefs. The District will accommodate requests related to holidays other than those listed above on an as-needed basis. Athletic contests missed due to religious observances do not affect the student’s ability to earn a varsity letter or receive post-season awards. Students will not be penalized for missing an event or practice due to a religious observance listed above.

No smoking policy (Policy 831)The school district is mandated by the state to prohibit the use of all tobacco products on school district property.

Is my child allowed to attend religious education during school hours?

According to State Statutes, the board permits students with the written permission of a parent or guardian, to be absent from school not more than 60 minutes per week to obtain religious instruction during the required school attendance hours. The District has no liability for a student who is absent from school in accordance with this statute.

Do you allow animals in school? (Policy 724.1)

The District recognizes that animals have educational value in the school setting, but only under conditions that insure safety and well being of the students, staff, and the animal. Live animals may be brought into the classroom as part of a written curriculum with approval of the building principal and providing the provisions of this policy are met. Adherence to guidelines must be followed with respect to having animals present in the school building. The teacher or caretaker must handle and maintain the animal(s) according to recommendations of the Wisconsin Humane Society and the Wisconsin Division of Health. Dissection of animals or animal parts is limited to students at the High School level as defined in the curriculum. Animals trained or being trained to assist individuals with disabilities will be allowed in the school buildings provided the health, safety and welfare of students, staff and the animal are not compromised and as long as animal waste guidelines are followed. Modifications may be required to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of all students.

Can my child be excused from standardized tests?The statewide Examinations will take place this year in grades 4, 8, 9, 10 and 11. According to state law, parents of any student in these grades may request that the school board excuse their child from participating in the assessments by making such a request in writing to their local school. Students in the other tested grades cannot be excused from taking the examinations.

Attendance requirements (Policy 431)

Wisconsin State Statutes and the Middleton Truancy Ordinance state that all students who are required to be in school attendance are expected to be in full-time attendance, and to carry at least the minimum class load.

Students may be released during the school day to participate in Board-approved activities in accordance with established procedures.

Curriculum modifications (Policy 342.6)

The District strives to meet the educational needs of all students in the District, help students develop to their maximum potential, and pace the educational programs to reflect a variety of learning rates and styles.

The District recognizes that program or curriculum modifications may occasionally be called for to meet the individual needs of students. Therefore, the District shall consider program or curriculum modifications at the request of individual students and/or their parents/guardians.

Section 118.15(1)(d) of the state statutes provides parents/guardians and students with the opportunity to request program or curriculum modifications for the student and authorizes the district to approve or deny such requests. Parents/guardians should initially contact the student’s teacher(s) to request any curriculum modifications.

Religious Accommodations (Policy 323.2)The District’s commitment to multicultural education and the appreciation of diversity requires sensitivity in planning the District’s calendar of school activities. Students may

Page 20: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS20

What are the consequences for people who make false bomb threats?

Making a false bomb threat is a Level III viola-tion of the Code of Conduct, which are the most serious offenses that jeopardize the health and safety of others. This action will result in:

* mandatory multi-day suspension* mandatory police involvement (local and

county)* probable recommendation to be expelled

from school. (Note: suspensions must be dis-closed on some college applications, and may impact a student’s acceptance to those colleges)

Electronic devicesStudents are permitted to possess a cellular phone, personal digital assistant, personal music/

video/gaming device, camera, or other personal electronic devices with communications functions or the capability to capture/record voice or image information, during the school day and during school activities, provided that the device remains stored, powered off, and unused. Students who possess such a device do so at their own risk to possible loss, damage or liability.

Principals are authorized to establish school rules and acceptable use guidelines for limited, non-disruptive use of electronic devices during the school day in the school building or during school activities for safety, medical, vocational or other legitimate reasons.

Cameras or electronic communication devices shall not be used:• In areas where one would reasonably expect privacy, i.e. locker rooms, bathrooms, etc.• To communicate test answers, photograph tests, or engage in any other conduct that enables

students to cheat• To share or post personal information about, or images of, any other student or staff member

without permission from that student or staff member• To engage in cyber-bullying – placing cell phone calls or sending text messages that ridicule,

threaten or harass another student• To take, disseminate, transfer or share obscene, pornographic, lewd or otherwise illegal images

or photographsPossession of an electronic device by a student is a privilege, which may be forfeited by any

student who fails to abide by the terms of this policy, or otherwise engages in misuse of this privilege.

Nothing within this policy shall be construed to limit a student’s ability to use an electronic device in a manner that functions as assistive technology necessary for a student’s education and that is required under an individualized education plan or a Section 504 plan.

The inappropriate use of electronic devices by students while on campus or engaging in school activities is subject to disciplinary action. The inappropriate use of such devices by students while off campus and not engaging in school activities may also be subject to disciplinary action if such conduct endangers the health, safety or property of others at school or under the supervision of school authorities and/or causes a material and substantial disruption to the school environment or school activities. Also, students involved in activities that interfere with the rights of other students to participate fully in school or extracurricular activities will be in violation of this policy.

Violation of this policy by students will result in disciplinary action which may include:• Revocation of District technology use privileges• Application of school disciplinary practices and procedures• Notification of law enforcement officials• Notification of parents/guardians or legal custodians• Notification of the activities director and/or co-curricular coaches/advisors• Notification of the Superintendent or designee• Suspension from school• Recommendation for expulsion

By bringing a cell phone or other electronic devices to school or school-sponsored events, the student and parents consent to the search of the device when school officials have a reasonable suspicion that such a search will reveal a violation of school rules. The scope of the search will be limited to the violation of which the student is accused. Content of images that violate state or federal laws will be referred to law enforcement.

Electronic devices that are inappropriately used may be confiscated and held by school officials for return to the student on minor infractions or parent(s)/guardians(s) for more severe infractions.

The cell phone may be retained for disciplinary reasons, or turned over to law enforcement officers as described above.

What is the District policy on drugs?

Administrative Procedure 443.3 states that no student is allowed to possess, use, sell, distribute or be under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs not medically prescribed while on District property, in a motor vehicle owned or used by the District, or participating in a school-sponsored activity on or off school grounds. The possession, use or distribution of drug paraphernalia is also prohibited.

What is the District policy on weapons?

No person is allowed to possess or use a weapon or look-alike weapon on District property including, but not limited to school buildings, school grounds, in a District-owned vehicle or at any school-sponsored function or event at any time. A weapon is defined as a firearm (loaded or unloaded) knife, razor, martial arts device, chemical weapons including pepper spray, explosive device, metal knuckle or any other object which is used or intended to be used to inflict bodily harm. A look-alike weapon is defined as any other object that could reasonably be mistaken for an actual weapon regardless of whether it is manufactured for that purpose.

Students violating this policy shall be reported to appropriate law enforcement officials, suspended from school and referred for possible expulsion from school. Any student who uses an article designed for other purposes (such as a belt, comb, pencil, file, scissors, etc.) to inflict bodily harm and/or to intimidate shall be subject to similar disciplinary actions. A student who possesses a firearm while on school premises or while under the supervision of a school authority shall be expelled from school for not less than one year as required by state and federal laws. This expulsion requirement may be modified on a case-by-case basis.

What is the District policy on locker searches?According to Administrative Procedure

446.1, the locker assigned to a student is the property of the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. At no time does the District relinquish its exclusive control of such lockers. A locker may be searched as determined necessary or appropriate without notice, without student consent, and without a search warrant. The search may be conducted by the Superintendent, a building principal or associate principal, a police liaison officer, or other designated school employee or official at the request of the Superintendent or building principal. Any unauthorized item found in the locker may be removed. Items removed from the locker may be held by the school for return to the parents/guardian or the student, retained for disciplinary proceedings, turned over to appropriate legal authorities or destroyed. The adult student or parent/guardian of a minor student shall be notified of items removed from the locker and turned over to each student enrolled in the District.

What is the likely police charge for making a bomb threat?

Making a false bomb threat is a Class I felony in the state of Wisconsin. A felony is a criminal offense for which a convicted person can be sentenced to serve one or more years in a state or federal prison, pay up to $10,000 in fines or both. In Wisconsin, convicted felons are stripped of certain liberties, such as the right to vote or to hunt with a firearm, and often have difficulty finding gainful employment.

Page 21: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 21

Student records are maintained in the interest of the student to assist the school in providing appropriate educational programs. There are state and federal laws regarding student records. District Policy No. 347 defines the process for collecting, storing, maintaining, transferring and disposing of student records. This policy defines student records and specific types of records which are kept, parents’ and students’ rights related to educational records and the process for reviewing and amending educational records is outlined. Student records shall be available for inspection or release only with prior approval of the parent/guardian or adult student, except in situations where legal requirements specify release of records without such prior approval.

What is FERPA?The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

(FERPA) is a federal law that affords parents the right to have access to their children’s education records, the right to seek to have the records amended, and the right to have some control over the disclosure of personally identifiable information from the education records. When a student turns 18 years old, or enters a postsecondary institution at any age, the rights under FERPA transfer from the parents to the student (“eligible student”). The FERPA statute is found at 20 U.S.C. § 1232g and the FERPA regulations are found at 34 CFR Part 99. WI statute Sections 115.812(2) also relate to pupil records.What is directory data and how is that disclosed?

Directory data includes: student’s name, address, telephone listing, photographs, date of birth, participation in officially- recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, year in school, dates of attendance, degrees, awards received, and the name of the school most recently attended.

This information is considered public information and may be released to persons and the media unless otherwise notified in writing within two weeks of the beginning of school by

Q & A about Student Rights and Privacyparent/guardians or adult student. Objections to the release of records should be filed with the building principal.

Names of families will appear in school directories unless directed otherwise within the first two weeks of school. This policy is in accordance with Wisconsin Statute 118.125. Parents or guardians and students have the right to inspect, review and obtain copies of student’s records per district Administrative Procedure IV-M.1.

Beginning in July 2002, each LEA must comply with a request by a military recruiter or institution of higher education for secondary students’ names, addresses, and telephone numbers, unless a parent has “opted out” of providing this information. Parents, guardians of secondary students or adult students will make a decision on an annual basis on whether this information will be disclosed or not.Will my child’s photograph be used on the Internet?

A child’s name or photograph may appear on District-sponsored web pages unless parents sign and return the acceptable use internet agreement form within fourteen (14) days from the start of school expressing that they not appear. The acceptable use internet agreement form should be included with registration materials. Photos and names of students will be published only when appropriate. Discretion will be used to protect the privacy of the individual.What if I have questions about my student’s records?

Parents, guardians and adult students have specific rights regarding student records. More detailed information regarding the privacy/ release of student record information can be found in District Policy No. 347 which is available through the District website. Copies of the policy are available from the Superintendent’s office. You may contact Cheryl Janssen at 829-9004. If you have questions concerning FERPA and/or student records and rights related to these records, please contact either Barb Buffington at 829-9054 or Sherri Cyra at 829-9033.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and section 118.125, Wisconsin Statutes, afford parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) the following rights with respect to education records: • The right to inspect and review the student’s

education records within 45 days of receipt of the request. Parents or eligible students should submit to the school principal (or appropriate school official) a written request that identifies the records(s) they wish to inspect. The principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. The school district will comply with the request without unnecessary delay and before any meeting about an individualized education program, or any due process hearing, and in no case more than 45 days after the request has been made. If any record includes information on more than one child, the parents of those children have the right to inspect and review only the information about their child or to be informed of that specific information. Upon request, the school district will give a parent or eligible student a copy of the progress records and a copy of the behavioral records. Upon request, the school district will give the parent or eligible student a list of the types and locations of education records collected, maintained, or used by the district for special education. The school district will respond to reasonable requests for explanations and interpretations of the records. A representative of the parent may inspect and review the records.

• The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes is inaccurate or misleading. Parents or eligible students may ask MCPASD to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the school principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the district decides not to amend the record, the district will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and the right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

• The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information in the student’s education records, except to the extent that federal and state law authorize disclosure without consent. The exceptions are stated in 34 CFR 99.31, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act regulations; Sec. 9528, PL107-110, No Child Left Behind Act of 2001; and section 118.125(2)(a) to (m) and sub. (2m), Wisconsin Statutes. One exception that permits disclosure without consent is disclosures to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the district as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the school board; a person or company with whom the district has contracted

FERPAto 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 or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, the district discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. Also the district discloses “directory data” without consent, unless the parent notifies the district that it may not be released without prior parental consent.

• The right to file a complaint with the U. S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC

Page 22: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS22

Bullying of Students and StaffSchool districts must provide a safe, secure,

and respectful learning environment. Bullying of students and staff will not be tolerated and is prohibited in the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. All forms of harassment in cyberspace, commonly referred to as cyber bullying, are also unacceptable and viewed as a violation of this policy.

This policy applies to all educational activities and environments supported by the District. The Board of Education considers these actions to be detrimental to the health and safety of students and staff, and disruptive to the educational environment.

Bullying Prevention As part of the District’s implementation of the

Comprehensive School Counseling Model, bullying awareness and prevention curriculum will be provided to students Kindergarten through grade eight.

Reporting and Investigation ProceduresAny student or District employee who believes

he/she has been subject to bullying, or witnesses bullying, may file a complaint directly with the building principal or designee, or, in accordance with established complaint procedures, may complain to any of the following District officials: the District Student Nondiscrimination Officer (Director of Teaching and Learning-Student Services), District Title IX Officer (Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services) or the District Staff Nondiscrimination Officer (Director of Employee Services). This complaint shall be documented in writing by either the reporter or the complaint recipient. The District Discrimination

Bullying Policy

Complaint Form may be used, but is not required, to document a complaint. Complaints involving student or employee harassment shall be handled in accordance with the District’s harassment policy (Policy 512).

Any student or parent/guardian who becomes aware of or witnesses bullying has an obligation to report and will be supported by involved staff members in reporting the bullying to the proper authorities. Any District employee who becomes aware of or witnesses bullying has an obligation to intervene and report this behavior immediately to the building principal or District officials referenced above.

Retaliation against an individual reporting bullying under this policy is prohibited. Filing a complaint or otherwise reporting bullying in good faith will not reflect upon the individual’s status nor will it affect his/her grades or job, or benefits provided by the District.

Once received, an investigation of the bullying complaint will take place immediately or as soon as practicable in order to verify the validity and seriousness of the report as well as to derive appropriate school or District response to the complaint. If a bullying complaint involves a District employee and a student, both the Director of Employee Services and the Director of Teaching and Learning-Student Services shall be involved in the complaint investigation process and follow-up

activities.The District shall respect the confidentiality of

both the complainant and the accused consistent with the District’s legal obligations and with the necessity to investigate allegations of misconduct and to take corrective and/or disciplinary action when this conduct has occurred.

Consequences for Policy ViolationsIndividuals engaging in bullying or retaliation

against persons reporting bullying will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures. This may include the development of support and accommodation plans that will prevent future events or incidences. Adults, including volunteers or staff members, who engage in bullying in violation of District policy and/or retaliation against individuals reporting this behavior, shall be subject to immediate discipline, up to and including termination of employment or involvement with the District. Employee discipline shall be carried out consistent with provisions of any applicable employee collective bargaining agreement.

Notice Notice of this policy will be circulated to all

schools and departments in the District on an annual basis. This policy will be incorporated in employee and student handbooks and be available on the District Web site and annual publications. It will also be available to all organizations in the community having cooperative agreements with the public schools. Failure to comply with this policy may result in termination of the cooperative agreement.

Disclosure and Public Reporting Records will be maintained on the number

and types of bullying reports made, and sanctions imposed for incidents found to be in violation of the bullying policy.

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District has developed consistent, District-wide standards-based report cards in grades 4K-5 and in the core subjects for grade 6. The purpose of the report cards is to communicate to parents how your child is progressing toward end-of-year goals. The District sets certain goals for all students to achieve during the school year. Students are working toward these goals throughout the school year and have that entire time frame to achieve them.

The report cards use a rubric: Accomplished (4), Proficient (3), Developing (2), and Beginning (1) that indicates your child’s learning and growth in relation to the district’s academic standards. While you may be tempted to translate the number grade into a letter grade, it would be a mistake to interpret a 4 as an “A” or a 1 as a “D”.

The reporting standards are very similar across grades levels since the District curriculum is aligned from grade to grade. These standards reflect what students are expected to demonstrate at each grade level. The report

Standards-Based Report Cards

prior experience with the skill and therefore still needs support from the teacher to practice and explore this area.

Learning is a journey. Students learn and grow at different rates. The standards-based report card identifies where your child currently is on his or her learning journey, so that you as parents can work together with teachers to support your child in meeting annual learning goals.

Grades 4K- 4 are reported by trimester

Grades 5-12 are reported by quarter

Report CardsReport cards are available on the Campus Por-tal near the end of the grading period under reports. Until report cards are posted, parents will not be able to access the reports.

card is designed to tell you where your child is at in the year-long journey. Not all standards are assessed each trimester.

If your child is at a level 4-Accomplished, he or she consistently demonstrates a well-articulated understanding of the concept or skill being assessed and performance meets the grade level standard at this time.

If your child is at a level 3-Proficient, he or she demonstrates a proficient understanding of the concept or skill being assessed and performance meets the grade level standard at this time.

If your child is at a level of 2-Developing, he or she demonstrates a basic understanding of the concept or skill being assessed and is progressing toward meeting the grade level standard at this time. Your child may need more time to practice certain skills before they are independent.

If your child is at a level 1-Beginning, he or she demonstrates an initial understanding of the concept or skill being assessed and performance toward the grade level standard is emerging at this time. He or she might not have had much

Stop Bullying

Page 23: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 23

The Middleton Cross Plains Area School District (MCPASD) is a place of education where each child has the right to learn and grow in a supportive environment among people who are caring and cooperative. MCPASD is committed to working with our students and staff to create a system of accountability that sets clear limits and supports a respectful, school-wide learning community.

The code has been guided by the following philosophy:• All members of the learning community

(students, staff, parents, and community) are essential to creating and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• The school environment must be physically, socially, and emotionally safe for everyone.

• The code of conduct is a framework to facilitate teaching and learning by establishing clear expectations and appropriate consequences

• Desired behaviors should be communicated, taught, and modeled continually throughout the school year at all levels.

• Systematic communication and reflection, based on data and observations, on an individual and collective basis are vital to the successful implementation of the code of conduct.

CODE OF CONDUCTLEVEL I - MINORLeast serious infractions (may be handled by classroom teacher/staff)STUDENT BEHAVIOR  May Include / Not Limited To:• Cheating• Derogatory comments• Destruction of property / belongings• Disrespect• Dress code violations• Failure to identify self• Horseplay/unruly behavior• Insubordination• Profanity• Tardiness• Taunting• Use of communication device during school day• Use of non-sanctioned electronic devices• Violation of internet and other technology use

agreementPOSSIBLE INTERVENTION/CONSEQUENCES(May include documentation)• Educate / conference with student of

appropriate behavior• Provide restorative circle / conference• Discuss behaviors and reach agreement for

future behaviors• Mediation• Monitor and provide feedback on behaviors• Restitution• Involve parents / care givers to assist in

modifying behaviors• Consult student services staff• Behavior contracts• Temporary removal• Detention / loss of privileges• Reflective activity

CODE OF CONDUCT LEVEL II - MAJORMore serious and/or chronic infractions (likely referred to building administration)STUDENT BEHAVIOR May Include / Not Limited To:• Profanity directed at staff• Cheating / plagiarism• Theft• Harassment / bullying / extortion• Vandalism• Repeated / significant dress code violation• Chronic / severe insubordination• Leaving classroom without permission• Students who are repeatedly found in the

hallways during instructional time. * • Disruptive use of communication device /

electronic device (see district student use and/or possession of electronic devices policy)

• Pornography / obscene materials• Disorderly conduct• Truancy• Possession of pyrotechnic (e.g. lighter, fireworks• Possession of tobacco, nicotine or alternative

smoking products• Gang related expression, communication and

activity• Fighting / battery• Lying / obstructing• Gambling• Possession of non-dangerous knife which is not

used in a threatening manner• Repeated violations of level I school of conductPOSSIBLE INTERVENTION/CONSEQUENCES(Must include documentation)• All interventions listed under Level I• Suspension (in or out of school)• Involvement of Student Services and functional

behavioral analysis• Involvement of outside agencies• Involvement of police• Short term removal from setting• Long term removal from setting

CODE OF CONDUCT LEVEL III - MAJORMost serious offenses which jeopardize health /safety of othersSTUDENT BEHAVIOR May Include / Not Limited To:• Weapons (including look-alikes)• Sexting• Sexual assault• Distribution of controlled substance*

(including look-alikes)• Possession/use of controlled substance(s)*

or other drug paraphernalia• Arson• Unauthorized access and/or destruction of electronic data• Significant property destruction• Physical assault• Bomb threats• Intentional false fire alarm• “Felony” theft• Serious threats/significant harassment• Repeated violations of Level II code of conduct• Hate Speech• Racial Slur• * Controlled substances include alcohol, drugs or

any other mind-altering substances (e.g. salvia, spice, etc.)

INTERVENTION/CONSEQUENCES (Must include documentation)• Mandatory• Suspension*• Police involvement*• Student services involvement• May also include:• All interventions in Levels I and II• Abeyance Agreement• Expulsion• Release of information from outside providers• Recommendation of outside of school

assessment

*Optional at elementary level

NOTE: Wisconsin statute 120.13 requires the initiation of the expulsion process and expulsion for at least one year for possession of a firearm while at school or under school supervision. Even though the law requires a one-year expulsion for firearms that meet the federal definition, school boards may modify the order on a case-by-case basis, s.120.13(1)(g), Wis. Stats

District Code of Conduct• Conflicts will be handled with respect for the

rights of all involved.The code of conduct that follows assists both

students and teachers/staff in creating a safe community that fosters personal growth both behaviorally and academically.

Consistent with these philosophies, the district may utilize restorative practices as a response to behavior that impacts the community. Restorative practices are designed to resolve behavioral concerns within the community. They are further designed to allow interested victims to meet offenders in a safe and structured setting. Offenders are held directly accountable for their behavior and encouraged to return and positively contribute to the community.

In order to participate in the above restorative practices, any affected minor pupil must receive written parental consent if such participation would result in the disclosure of pupil behavior records of the pupil. In order to participate in the

above , any affected adult pupil must provide written consent if such participation would result in the disclosure of pupil behavior records of the pupil. The written consent would be in accordance with District’s release of information form and would authorize the release of behavior records that are directly related to the restorative practice that is being implemented.

Parents/guardians are valued members of our learning communities and are critical resources in helping students learn to resolve code of conduct violations and behave in a manner that creates the safe learning environment for all. We will encourage and support parents/guardians in playing an active role in this process.

Page 24: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS24

Under AHERA (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act), all primary and secondary schools are required to develop and implement a plan for managing all building materials which contain asbestos. Included in the AHERA Act is the requirement to annually notify all workers and building occupants (or their guardians) of asbestos-related activities.

Beginning in 1988, all buildings owned, leased, or “under the control of” the School District were inspected by EPA accredited inspectors, with building material samples analyzed by an independent laboratory. Based on the inspection, the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District prepared and the state approved a comprehensive management plan for managing the asbestos.

Where the asbestos-containing materials are found, the District has in place an Operations and Maintenance program.

The District has accomplished the following compliance mandates regarding the administration of asbestos in school buildings:

• Environmental Management Consulting, Inc. (EMC) was contracted to be the school’s consultant for asbestos for the 2019-2020 school year.

• The District is continuing with the Operations and Maintenance Program as designed for the School District. This ensures

that all asbestos materials are kept in good condition in good condition.

• Periodic “surveillance” in each area containing asbestos has been completed every six months by our consultant.

• Also, the buildings are re-inspected by an accredited inspector every three years. The last three-year re-inspection was conducted in September 2016 by Environmental Management Consulting, Inc. and the next inspection is scheduled for September 2019.

• In the past year the District has removed 130 linier feet of asbestos-containing pipe insulation. The inspection and abatement of these asbestos materials were in completed within compliance of NESHAPS regulations.

All outside contractors shall contact the Director of Maintenance person before commencing work.

Our goal at the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District is to be in full compliance with asbestos regulations.

A copy of the Asbestos Management Plan is available for review by contacting the District Office (Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 3:00PM). Copies are available at $.25 per page.

Questions related to this plan or any other asbestos concerns should be directed to the District’s designated person, Dean Paskey. He can be reached at (608) 829-2341

Asbestos Notification

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

The District respects the privacy rights of par-ents/guardians and their children. No student shall be required to participate in any survey associated with a school program or the Dis-trict’s curriculum, except those surveys used in special educational evaluations or programming decisions, or which is administered by a third party in the schools, if the survey includes one or more of the following items:• political affiliations or beliefs of the student or

the student’s parent;• mental and psychological problems of the stu-

dent or the student’s family;• sexual behavior or attitudes;• illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating or demean-

ing behavior;• critical appraisals of other individuals with whom

students have close family relationships;• legally recognized privilege or analogous

relationships such as those of lawyers, physicians and ministers;

• religious practices, affiliations or beliefs of the student or the student’s parent; or

• income, other than that required by law to de-termine eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving financial assistance under such a program.The building principal will provide parents/

guardians with adequate notice of the specific or approximate dates during the school year when such survey activities are scheduled involving their children. Parents/guardians may request in writing that their child not participate in a survey containing the previously listed information. If a survey containing any of the information is funded in whole or in part by a program administered by the U.S. Department of Education, written consent shall be obtained from the student or, in the case of a minor stu-dent, the student’s parent/guardian before the student participates in the survey.

Parents/guardians may, upon request, inspect a survey containing any of the above informa-tion and any survey created by a third party before the survey is administered or distributed to a student. They may also request to inspect any instructional materials used in connection with the survey or any instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum for the student. Requests to inspect a survey or instructional materials should be made to the building principal or his/her designee. Survey inspection requests should be made prior to the date in which the survey is scheduled to be administered to students. The principal or desig-nee shall respond to such requests.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE TITLE IX – EDUCATION AMENDMENTS ACT of 1972

Implementing Regulations: 34 C.F.R. Part 106

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex in violation of Title IX in any of the programs and activities it operates. Title IX’s mandate not to dis-criminate extends to students, employees, and other persons in all aspects of any of the District’s operations, including employment and student enrollment. Inquiries about how Title IX applies to the District may be made to the District’s Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education, or both. The District’s Title IX Coordinator is:

Barb BuffingtonDirector of Student ServicesDistrict Services Center7106 South AvenueMiddleton, WI [email protected]

The District has adopted a grievance procedure and process that provides for the prompt and equitable resolution of complaints by employees, students and other individuals alleging any action in violation of Title IX and/or its implementing regulations. The grievance procedure and process are included in Policy 411.3 (Students and Other Applicable Individuals) and Policy 528 (Employees These policies addresses how to report sexual discrimination including sexual harass-ment and file a Complaint of sex discrimination or a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the District will respond.

This notice will be provided to applicants for admission and employment; students, parents, or legal guardians of elementary and secondary school students; employees; and unions or profes-sional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements.

Page 25: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 25

Policy No. 411 No person may be denied admission to any public school in the District or be denied participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against in any curricular, co/extracurricular, pupil services, recreational or other program or activity on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, gender identity, gender nonconformity or change of sex, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap. This policy does not intend to prohibit the provision of special programs or services that are located in specific schools and are based upon objective standards of individual student need or performance, including gifted and talented, special education, school age parent, English language learner, at risk and other special programs, or programs designed to overcome the effects of past discrimination. The District shall provide for the reasonable accommodation of a student’s sincerely held religious beliefs with regard to examinations and other academic requirements. Requests for accommodations shall be made in writing and approved by the building principal. Any accommodations granted under this policy shall be provided to students without prejudicial effect. Notice of this policy and its complaint procedures shall be published at the beginning of each school year and posted in each school building in the District. In addition, a student nondiscrimination statement shall be included in student and staff handbooks, course selection handbooks and other published materials distributed to the public describing school activities and opportunities. Procedure

Any complaint regarding the interpretation or application of the District’s nondiscrimination policy shall be processed in accordance with the following procedures:1. Informal Resolution

Any person who feels discrimination has taken place shall report his/her concern to the building principal or designee. He/she shall meet with the parties involved to discuss the concern and shall try to resolve the matter accordingly. The building principal or designee may consult with the appropriate District-level administrator regarding District nondiscrimination policies and the discrimination complaint process. If the concern is not resolved to the satisfaction of the complainant through this process, he/she may initiate a formal complaint in accordance with the procedures listed below.2. Formal Procedures

a. The District’s Discrimination Complaint Form shall be completed by the complainant and signed. Except as otherwise provided, this complaint form shall be submitted to the District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee. Upon receiving a written or verbal complaint, the District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee shall investigate the alleged discrimination and make a written decision regarding the case. Copies of the written decision shall be mailed or delivered to the complainant

• If the District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee determines the individual and/or District is in compliance with state and federal laws and

regulations, the District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee shall state the reason in writing to the complainant.

• If the District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee finds probable cause to believe that the individual and/or District is discriminating in violation of state and federal laws and regulations, the District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee shall advise the Superintendent of steps to bring the individual and/or District into compliance.

The District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee may consult with appropriate District-level administrators regarding District nondiscrimination policies and the discrimination complaint process.

b. If the complainant is dissatisfied with the decision of the District Nondiscrimination Officer, he/she may appeal the decision in writing to the Superintendent. The Superintendent shall investigate the alleged discrimination and make a written decision regarding the case. The written decision shall include a notice to the complainant of his/her right to appeal the determination to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Copies of the decision shall be mailed or delivered to the complainant, the District Nondiscrimination Officer or designee and appropriate District-level administrators.

c. Appeals beyond the Superintendent may be made, in writing, to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction within 30 days of the Superintendent’s decision.3. Exceptions

a. Complaints relating to the identification, evaluation, educational placement or the provision of a free appropriate public education of a student with a disability shall be processed in accordance with established appeal procedures outlined in the

District’s Special Education Policy and Procedure Manual.

b. Complaints relating to programs specifically governed by federal law or regulation (e.g., EDGAR complaints) shall be referred directly to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

c. Nothing in these procedures shall prevent an individual from filing a complaint directly with a state or federal agency as authorized by law. For example, complaints involving alleged violations of federal laws such as Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act may be filed at any time with the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 111 N. Canal Street, Room 1053, Chicago, IL 60606. d. Maintenance of Complaint Records Records of all discrimination complaints shall be kept for the purpose of documenting compliance and past practices. The records shall include information on all levels of the complaint and any appeals. The records should include:• The name of the complainant and his/her title

or status.• The date the complaint was filed.• The specific allegation made and any corrective

action requested by the complainant.• The name(s) of the respondents.• The levels of processing followed, and the

resolution, date and decision making authority at each level.

• A summary of facts and evidence presented by each party involved/

• A statement of the final resolution and the nature and date(s) of any corrective or remedial action taken.

Equal Education Opportunities

Child Internet Protection ActThe Child Internet Protection Act requires that schools receiving eRate funding provide for a

public hearing of their Internet Content Filtering Policy. During a September Board meeting, the Educational Services Department in conjunction with the Technology Services Department will make a short presentation to the Board of Education and will answer questions with respect the implementation of filtering in the school district.

Under the reauthorization of the Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), parents have the right to request information about the professional qualifications of their child’s teacher. Specifically, you have the right to know:

• Whether the teacher has met state qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas being taught.

• Whether the teacher is under an emergency or other provisional license, which has been approved by the Department of Public Instruction.

• The teacher’s undergraduate major and any

Parent Notification Regarding Teacher and Paraprofessional Qualification

graduate degrees or certifications held by the teacher.

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

You can check on the state certification of your child’s teacher by accessing the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction website at http://www.dpi.state.wi.us/dpi/dlsis/tel/lisearch.html, or you may request the information from the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District’s Office of Employee Services. Please feel free to call Director of Employee Services Aly Xiong at 829-9043.

Page 26: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS26

District Non-Discrimination StatementIt is the policy of the public schools that no person may be denied admission to any

public school in the District, or be denied participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against in any curricular, co-curricular, pupil service, recreational or other program or activity because of the person’s sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, gender identity, gender nonconformity or change of sex, or physical, mental emotional or learning disability or handicap as required by s. 118.13 Wis. Stats. This policy also prohibits discrimination as defined by Title IX of the Education Amends of 1972 (sex), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (race and national origin) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District encourages informal resolution of complaints under this policy. A formal complaint resolution is available, however, to address allegations of violation of the policy in the school district.

This notice serves to inform parents and guardians of students with disabilities that the State of Wisconsin has established the “Special Needs Scholarship Program.”

Under this scholarship program, a child with a disability may be eligible to receive a scholarship from the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) that allows the child to attend a private school that is participating in the scholarship program. Students who apply for and receive a scholarship may first attend an eligible private school under the program beginning in the 2016-2017 school year.

A parent or guardian who is interested in the Special Needs Scholarship Program should inde-pendently verify the participating private schools and the specific terms, eligibility criteria, and application procedures of the scholarship program with the DPI.

The initial eligibility requirements that a child must meet in order to receive a program scholar-ship that covers attendance at an eligible private school beginning in the 2017-18 school year (or beginning in any later school year) are different from the requirements listed above. Additional information about the Special Needs Scholarship Program should be available on the website of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Special Needs Scholarship Program

Accessing the MCPASD Mobile AppDownload the mobile app to keep track of District news, calendar events and

more. The MCPASD app is free for users and available for immediate download on iPhone and Android devices, along with tablets. If you have any suggestions for ways to improve the app, please contact Director of Communications Perry Hibner at 829-9014.

MCPASD Mobile App

Upon request, the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District is required to evaluate a child for eligibility for special education services. A request for evaluation is known as a referral. When the district receives a referral, the District will appoint an Individualized Education Program (IEP) team to determine if the child has a disability, and if the child needs special education services. The district locates, identifies, and evaluates all children with disabilities who are enrolled by their parents in private (including religious) schools, elementary schools and secondary schools located in the school district.

A physician, nurse, psychologist, social worker, or administrator of a social agency who reasonably believes a child brought to him or her for services is a child with a disability

Annual Notice of Special Education and Evaluation Procedures

has a legal duty to refer the child, including a homeless child, to the school district in which the child resides. Before referring the child, the person making the referral must inform the child's parent that the referral will be made.

Others, including parents, who reasonably believe a child is a child with a disability, may also refer the child, including a homeless child, to the school district in which the child resides.

Referrals must be in writing and include the reason why the person believes the child is a child with a disability. A referral may be made by contacting Barb Buffington, Director of Teaching and Learning-Student Services, Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District, at (608) 829-9054 or by writing her at 7106 South Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562.

District Academic Standards

The Board of Education approved the following standards on Aug. 24, 2020:

American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Standards - (under review this year)https://www.actfl.org/publications/all/world-readiness-standards-learning-languages/standards-summary

Common Core State Standards in Lang. Arts and Literacy - español (For Two-Way Immersion)https://commoncore-espanol.sdcoe.net/CCSS-en-Espanol/SLA-Literacy

English & Language Arts Standards--Wisconsin * https://dpi.wi.gov/news/releases/2020/re-vised-ela-standards-wisconsin

International Society for Technology in Edu-cation Standards (Library Media & Technology)https://www.iste.org/standards/for-students

Math Common Core State Standardshttp://www.corestandards.org/Math/

Model Early Learning Standards--Wisconsin (Early Childhood & 4-Year Old Kindergarten)https://dpi.wi.gov/early-childhood/practice

Music Anchor Standards--Wisconsin https://mcpasd.k12.wi.us/sites/mcpasd.k12.wi.us/files/content/our-district/about-district/academic-standards-notice/wimusicstandards-finaladopted.pdf

Next Generation Science Standardshttps://www.nextgenscience.org/

Personal Finance Standards--Wisconsin *https://dpi.wi.gov/news/releases/2020/re-vised-personal-financial-literacy-standards-wis-consin

Physical Education Standards--Wisconsin* https://dpi.wi.gov/news/releases/2020/re-vised-physical-education-standards-wisconsin

Social Studies Standards--Wisconsin https://dpi.wi.gov/social-studies/standards

Visual Art Standards--National https://www.arteducators.org/learn-tools/na-tional-visual-arts-standards

WIDA English Language Development (ELD) Standards (For ELLS) https://wida.wisc.edu/teach/standards/eld

* Indicates standards that the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction updated in 2020.

Page 27: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 27

Middleton High School 2100 Bristol St. Middleton, WI 53562 829-9660 • Peg Shoemaker, Interim Principal• Carmen Klassy, Associate Principal for Teaching and Learning• Elizabth Merrick, Associate Principal for Teaching and Learning• Lisa Rust, Associate Principal for Teaching and Learning• Robert Reinhart, Associate Principal for Teaching and Learning • Brad Crandell, Dean of Students• Robert Eckford, Dean of Students• Jordan Roupp Dean of Students• Jamie Sims, Director of Athletics• Ben White, Assistant Athletic Director Student Activities Coordinator

Clark Street Community School2429 Clark St. Middleton, WI 53562 | 829-9640• Jill Gurtner, Principal

Glacier Creek Middle School 2800 Military Road, Cross Plains, WI 53528 | 829-9420• Ken Metz, Principal• Mary Kern, Associate Principal• Adrienne Emerson, SWD Coordinator • Andrew Washicheck, Dean of Students

Kromrey Middle School 7009 Donna Dr., Middleton, WI 53562 | 829-9530• Dominique Ricks, Principal• Eric Engel, Associate Principal• Kim Booher, Student Services Coordinator• Brittany Plowe, Dean of Students

Elm Lawn Elementary School 6701 Woodgate Road, Middleton, WI 53562 | 829-9070• Bob Schell, Principal Northside Elementary School 3620 High Road, Middleton, WI 53562-1099 | 829-9130• Duy Nguyen, Principal

Park Elementary School 1209 Park St., Cross Plains, WI 53528-9628 | 829-9250• Monica Schommer, Principal

Pope Farm Elementary School816 Schewe Road, Middleton, WI 53562 | 608-826-7700 • Jessica Taylor, Principal

Keeping in touch with MCPASDSauk Trail Elementary School 2205 Branch St., Middleton, WI 53562-2840 | 829-9190• Chris Dahlk, Principal

Sunset Ridge Elementary School 8686 Airport Road, Middleton, WI 53562-4180 | 829-9300• Maria Dyslin, Principal

West Middleton Elementary School 7627 W. Mineral Point Road, Verona, WI 53593 | 829-9360• Katrina Krych, Principal

MCPASD 4K 829-9067Learn more at www.mcpasd.k12.wi.us/mcpasd4k• MaryBeth Paulisse, Director of Curriculum, Assessment, & 4K• Rose Kelso, Administrative Assistant

District Services Center 7106 South Ave., Middleton WI 53562-3299 829-9000 Office hours 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.• Dana Monogue, Superintendent • Sherri Cyra, Deputy Superintendent • Barb Buffington, Director of Student Services • Rainey Briggs, Director of Elementary Education• Laura Love, Director of Secondary Education• MaryBeth Paulisse, Director of Curriculum, Assessment & 4K• Percy Brown, Director of Equity and Student Achievement • Mandi Sersch, Director of Bilingual Services• Lori Ames, Assistant Superintendent of Operations• Ali Xiong. Director of Employee Services• Jim Bloggett, Director of Technology • Perry Hibner, Director of Communications • Kathy Spahn, District Registrar

Indoor Swimming Pool (Closed until further notice) 2230 Bristol St. Middleton, WI 53562 829-9863• Katie Gilbert, Pool Manager

Transportation Center 3180 Deming Way, Middleton, WI 53562 829-2365Office hours 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.• Jeff Fedler, Transportation Services Manager

District Operations Center2130 Pinehurst Drive, Middleton, WI 53562 • Dean Paskey, Facilities Services Manager, 829-2341• Amy Jungbluth School Nutrition Coordinator, 829-2345

Page 28: MIDDLETON-CROSS PLAINS AREA SCHOOLS 2020-21 School … · 2020. 8. 21. · The Parent Portal can be viewed in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, or Traditional Chinese by using

Non

-Pro

fit O

rg.

U.S

. Pos

tage

PAID

Perm

it N

o. 2

511

Mad

ison,

WI

MC

PASD

7106

Sou

th A

venu

eM

iddl

eton

, WI

5356

2

Connect with MCPASDWebsitewww.mcpasd.k12.wi.us

YouTubeMiddleton-Cross Plains Area Schools

eNewsElementary/Middle Schools

FacebookMiddleton-Cross Plains Area Schools

Twitter@mcpasd

School MessengerParents receive email messages from teachers, school district