SECTION I-2 : INSTRUCTION (cont'd) (Policies IGD through IN)

IGD Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Programs: Student Participation in Extra-Curricular Activities Requirements for Participation

IGD-A Reimbursement for Co-curricular Activity Expenses 02-17-15 IGD-B Attendance/Activities Regulations 05-11-93 IGDF Student Fund-Raising Activities 05-11-93 IGDJ Interscholastic Athletics: 05-11-93

Coaching Control IGDJ-B Interscholastic Coop for Activities and Athletics 05-11-93 IGDK Cheerleaders and Spirit Groups 03-22-16 IGDL-A Elementary Extracurricular Activity Eligibility 10-12-93 IGDL-B Secondary Extracurricular Activity Eligibility 08-19-14 IGDM Interference With The Peaceful Conduct of School District Activities 01-20-15 IGDN Concussions and Head Injuries 09-21-10

IGE Adult Education Programs:

IGEB High School Completion Deleted 08-19-14

IH INSTRUCTIONAL ARRANGEMENTS:

IHB Reduction of Class Size - Limitation K-3 01-10-91 IHE Magnet Schools 04-15-14

II INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES:

Intra-District Library Use Agreement 01-12-99 IIA Instructional Materials

IIA-A Supplemental Educational Materials 05-11-93 IIA-B Criteria for Selection 05-11-93 IIA-C Gift Policy 05-11-93 IIA-D Guidelines for Reconsideration of Materials 05-11-93 IIA-E Copyright/Print Media 03-12-02

IIA-F Review of Instructional Material 02-17-15 IIAA Textbook Selection and Adoption 06-09-92 IIAC School Library Bill of Rights 12-14-93

IIB INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES: IIBDA Professional Libraries 08-02-82

Cooperation With Other Services IIBH Audio/Video/Software Products Use/Request 02-12-96 IIBI Supplemental Online Course Procedures 01-20-15 IIBI-R Virtual Online School (FERPA) 01-20-15

SECTION I-2 : INSTRUCTION (cont'd) IIC Instructional Resources - Other:

IICA Field Trips and Excursions 05-05-98 IICC School Volunteers 01-19-16 IICC-A Partners in Education 05-11-93 IICC-B School Bus Monitors 03-09-93

IJ Guidance Program

Guidance and Counseling 05-11-93 IK Student Evaluation and Grading System 09-09-97

IKA Grading Systems: Weighted Grades 05-11-93 IKA-A Attendance Policy for Muskogee Public Schools 01-17-17 IKAA Final Examinations: Semester Examination Policy 08-19-14 IKAB Student Progress Reports to Parents 09-09-03

IKD Honor Rolls 03-30-99

IKE Proficiency Based Promotion Procedures 01-12-99 IK Student Evaluation & Grading System and

First Grade Checklist 12-12-95

IKF Graduation Requirements 10-18-11

IKF-A Enrollment Policy for Muskogee High School Seniors 08-19-14 IKF-AA Concurrent Enrollment 10-20-09 IKFB Attire for Graduation Ceremonies 06-20-17 IKFC Diplomas for Veterans 12-12-06 IKG Student Promotion and Retention and Student Pass/ 01-19-15 Fail of a Course

IN Miscellaneous Instructional Policies

ING Pets or Animals in School 08-13-02 ING-A Service Animals 02-17-15 INH No Child Left Behind Parent Right To Know 05-24-05

INI District Wide Parental Involvement 02-17-15 (Parents Bill of Rights)

IGD (1 of 1) IGD CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS

Student Participation in Extra-curricular Activities The Muskogee Public School District I-20 takes pride in its varied co-curricular activities. Every student is encouraged to participate in one or more activities of his or her choice. Because of the large enrollment, much diversification is offered so that each student can find an activity suited for his/or her particular talents or interests. The success of these activities not only depends upon eager interested students but upon a faculty sponsor who is willing and able to work with the students. Teachers are given consideration in the activities which they would like to sponsor. Sometimes there will be a co-sponsorship, with two or more teachers sharing the responsibility. At the beginning of each school year, tentative assignments of sponsorships are made. If a teacher has a preference or is interested in starting a new activity, he is encouraged to talk with the principal and/or activities director. The meetings for these activities are held before or after school with an occasional meeting or project necessitating extra outside hours. Effective leadership in sponsoring activities can help to offer a broad education to the students. Non-School Sponsored Organizations Student sororities, fraternities and similar organizations do not fulfill the criteria required to qualify as official student organizations of the Muskogee Public School District. Regulations proposed for the conduct of all activities shall be these reasons: 1. To inform students as to what is acceptable procedure at all activity events. 2. To provide a means of instruction to participating members of the rules and

regulation, functions and purposes of the organization. 3. To provide a well-regulated activity that reflects thought and planning. 4. To assure a satisfactory activity for students' pleasure and pride. 5. To assure a satisfactory experience to those responsible for directing the activity. Revised: May 11, 1993

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Reimbursement for Co-Curricular Activity Expenses

Statement of Policy

Expenses for necessary meal and lodging expenses incurred by district students and sponsors involved in authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activities should be reimbursed by the district.

Definitions

Terms used in this policy are defined as follows:

1. "Student" means any student of the district who is participating in an authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activity.

2. “Sponsor” mean an employee of the district or another person who has been authorized by the superintendent or the board of education to serve as a sponsor for an authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activity.

3. "Expenses" means any actual indebtedness incurred and paid by an individual student or sponsor for meals and hotel or motel accommodations associated with an authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activity with the intention of being reimbursed by the district.

4. "Receipt" means an invoice document issued by a vendor which has been paid as an expense by a student or sponsor. A receipt must contain the following information:

A. date indebtedness incurred;

B. date indebtedness paid;

C. amount paid;

D. amount of indebtedness;

E. who paid the indebtedness;

F. method of payment;

G. the purpose of the indebtedness including an itemized description of the goods or services purchased; and

H. the name, address and telephone number of the vendor.

A credit card slip alone is not a receipt.

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5. "Supporting documentation" means a memorandum containing a request for reimbursement and explanation of the reason for the expense. All receipts for which reimbursement is sought and a claim must be attached to the memorandum.

6. "Claim" is a document prepared by a sponsor who seeks reimbursement which contains the following information:

A. a description of the authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activity;

B. date of authorization by the board of education;

C. meals;

D. motel and hotel expenses; and

E. encumbrance to be charged for expense.

7. "Credit card slip" is the customer's copy of the credit card charge form. A credit card slip alone is not a receipt. To qualify as a receipt a credit card slip must be attached to a supporting invoice issued by the vendor which contains all the information required of a receipt.

8. "Vendor" means the individual or entity that provided the goods or services to the sponsor or student for which reimbursement is sought and a receipt for payment has been issued.

9. "Meals" means actual food expenses incurred while participating in the authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activity.

10. “Authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activity” means participation in an event approved in advance by the board of education for a particular group of district students and their sponsor.

Procedure for Reimbursement

To obtain reimbursement for expenses the sponsor must:

1. Prepare and maintain complete and accurate supporting documentation with attached receipts and claims for the sponsor(s) and students. Requests for reimbursement with insufficient or incomplete documentation will be denied.

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2. Submit supporting documentation with attachments to the designated district employee/official.

3. The board has absolute discretion to deny the request or approve it in whole or in part. The board's decision is final.

4. The district will issue payment for reimbursement authorized as soon as practicable following the approval.

Other Issues

1. A request for reimbursement must be made within thirty (30) days after the vendor's invoice is issued.

2. Reimbursements will be issued only for the actual amount of expenses paid by the sponsor(s) and the students. No additional charges will be reimbursed. The district will not issue payment for funds a student or sponsor anticipates incurring in the future.

3. Reimbursement for necessary meal and lodging expenses incurred by district students and sponsors involved in authorized school-sponsored co-curricular activities may be made from the appropriate activity fund sub-account or from the general fund, as determined appropriate by the board of education.

4. Any interpretation of this policy shall be made solely by the board of education and shall be binding in all respects.

5. Violation of any of the provisions of this policy by a district employee/sponsor may result in dismissal or nonrenewal. Violation of the provisions of this policy by a student may result in disciplinary action.

Reference: 70 OKLA. STAT. §5-129 Approved: February 17, 2015

IGD-B (1 of 2) IGD-B ATTENDANCE/ACTIVITIES REGULATIONS The Muskogee Board of Education encourages students to be in attendance in their regularly scheduled classes so that maximum learning can occur. Educational programs are built on the foundation of continuity of instruction and participation in the classroom setting. Consistent classroom attendance can assist students toward development of strong work habits, responsibility and self-discipline. Since the educational merit of the co-curricular program is recognized, the goal of the Muskogee Board of Education is to facilitate a balanced education for each student. It is with this goal and philosophy that the Muskogee Board of Education established the following Attendance/Activities Regulations: REGULATION 1:

It is the intent of the Muskogee Board of Education that the superintendent, or his designee, annually review the scheduling of activities and comply with the Oklahoma State Department of Education Attendance/Activities Regulations.

REGULATION 2:

The maximum number of absences for activities, which removes the student from the classroom shall be ten (10) for any one class period of each school year. Excluded from this number are these activities and/or contests:

a) State and National Contests sanctioned by the Oklahoma Secondary Schools

Activities Association.

b) Academic field trips approved by the building principal.

c) Assembly programs involving all enrolled students.

d) Administration of group or individual tests, as approved by the building principal or district administrators.

e) Scholastic competitive contests in science, mathematics, social studies and

English, as approved by the Superintendent of Schools.

f) Community service activities, as approved by the building principal and the Superintendent of Schools.

IGD-B (2 of 2) REGULATION 3:

Any deviation from this policy shall be presented to the Muskogee School District I-20 Internal Activities Review Committee. Recommendations from this committee shall be submitted, in writing, to the Superintendent of the Muskogee Public Schools, for approval by the Board of Education.

REGULATION 4:

Each elementary and secondary school principal shall be responsible for maintaining activities attendance records to verify the conditions within the school that apply to the above regulation and submit a copy of the attendance activities records to the Education Center Attendance Secretary.

REGULATION 5:

Procedure for filing complaints:

a) A signed written complaint must be filed with the Superintendent of the Muskogee Public Schools.

b) If the complaint is not resolved, the complainant shall notify the

Superintendent of his/her desire to present the complaint to the Muskogee Board of Education, I-20.

c) If the complaint is not resolved at the school district level, the individual may

file the complaint with the Accreditation Section of the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

Revised: May 11, 1993

IGDF (1 of 1) IGDF STUDENT FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES School fund-raising activities conducted by the school or a school sponsored organization (student clubs and organizations, P.T.S.A., etc.) must be held on the school site or a site specifically approved by the school district. These fund-raising activities MUST NOT interrupt/interfere with the instructional school day. Students may participate in fund-raising activities at the school or other approved sites. Students are not to participate in door-to-door fund-raising activities.

Revised: May 11, 1993

IGDJ (1 of 1) IGDJ INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

COACHING CONTROL The Muskogee Public School District intends to provide quality programs in which its students can actively participate. The Head Coach of a particular interscholastic sport at Muskogee High School will have COACHING CONTROL over that sport from grades seven (7) through twelve (12). If a particular interscholastic sport does not begin until after grade seven (7), the Head Coach will assume COACHING CONTROL at the specific grade level at which that particular interscholastic sport begins. The Head Coach will work under the direction of the Activities Director and in cooperation with building principals. The concept of coaching control means there will be one Head Coach; all other coaches for a particular sport in grades seven (7) through twelve (12) will be assistant coaches.

The coach with COACHING CONTROL will:

1) recommend the selection of his/her coaching staff; 2) set realistic and reasonable expectations of assistant coaches and

communicate these expectations to them; 3) assign the specific coaching duties and responsibilities to the assistant

coaches; 4) determine the particular skills, techniques, and drills, grade level appropriate,

to be taught; 5) determine the particular offenses and defenses, grade level appropriate, to be

used; 6) establish, consistent with District Philosophy, the overall philosophy of the

particular sport; 7) evaluate the assistant coaches in relationship to their extra duty coaching

assignment; 8) recommend the renewal or non-renewal of the extra duty coaching assignment

of assistant coaches in cooperation with the Activities Director and building principal.

Continuity and coordination of instructional procedures are crucial to the success of any educational program offered by a school district. Muskogee Public Schools is committed to providing successful programs in which students have the opportunity to participate. All coaches are expected to commit themselves to provide opportunities for students' participation in successful programs. Revised: May 11, 1993

IGDJ-B (1 of 1) INTERSCHOLASTIC CO-OP FOR ATHLETICS/ACTIVITIES The Board of Education has a strong commitment to provide all secondary students of Muskogee Public Schools the opportunity to participate competitively in the various school activities governed by the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSAA). In keeping with that commitment, the Board of Education does not approve our district to enter into a cooperative agreement with another school district for any school activity governed by the OSSAA. Revised: May 11, 1993

MUSKOGEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT I-20 IGDJ-R1 Page 1 of 1 LIGHTNING AT ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES In the event of lightning, the athletic contest or activity would be suspended for 15 minutes anytime lightning is within three-to-five miles of the event. If there is no further lightning during the fifteen (15) minutes, the event would resume. If there is further lightning, the suspension would continue and be re-evaluated every fifteen (15) minutes. If lightning continues for at least an hour, a mutual decision to call the game would be made by the Officials, Administration and Head Coaches (home and visiting). If agreement cannot be reached by the parties involved, the administration would make the decision. Approved: August 28, 1998

IGDK (1 of 6) IGDK

CHEERLEADERS AND SPIRIT GROUPS

The Muskogee Public School Board of Education recognizes the importance of cheerleading and spirit group activities at sporting events. The board encourages students to participate in these activities. Cheerleaders and spirit groups will be recognized by the general public as representatives of this school system. The board expects that students who are appointed to these positions will conduct themselves with dignity and decorum. The selection and general activity of cheerleaders and spirit groups shall be governed by the respective group’s procedural handbook. Each member is expected to adhere and abide by the rules therein. The cheerleaders and spirit groups will be available to support the athletic teams on an equitable basis. Teams supported will be scheduled in accordance with OSSAA regulations and in compliance with Title IX. Reference: Title IX, Education Amendment of 1972,20U.S.C.§1681,et seq.

Revision Approved: April 13, 2004 Revision Approved: June 13, 2006 Revision Approved: January 21, 2014 Revision Approved: March 22, 2016

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IGDL-A ELEMENTARY EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY ELIGIBILITY

Opportunities may be provided for elementary students to participate in

academic and athletic competition within the district as well as field trips

approved by the campus principal.

Athletic and/or academic competitions are limited to a maximum of ten per

school hear during the school day. Any exception to this number must be

approved by the Superintendent or his/her designee. Charging students

admission to attend these competitions during the school day is prohibited. Any

costs associated with these activities will be the responsibility of the individual

elementary school.

The eligibility criteria for athletic or academic competition is:

1. A student cannot participate if during the previous two weeks

prior to, and including, the day of the activity, he/she received a

discipline consequence equal to or more severe than SAC.

2. A student cannot participate if he/she is not maintaining passing

grades in all classes prior to the activity.

The number of field trips is at the discretion of the campus principal. The

eligibility criteria for field trips is:

A student cannot participate if during the previous two weeks prior

to, and including the day of the activity, he/she received a discipline

consequence equal to or more severe than SAC.

Any exception to the above eligibility requirements must be approved by the

campus principal.

Approved Revision: October 12, 1993

IGDL-B (1 of 1) IGDL-B SECONDARY EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY ELIGIBILITY Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) eligibility standards are required of all students participating in competitive extracurricular activities, athletic and non-athletic. Local school boards may make exception only for those students participating in non-competitive activities. The following exceptions will be made by the Board of Education for students participating in field trips or non-competitive activities. Junior High School

Students participating in field trips, approved by the principal/designee or non-competitive activities will not be subject to the OSSAA academic eligibility standards unless required by the particular school activity.

A student will not be eligible for participation in field trips or non-competitive events if he/she has had SAC or Saturday School the previous three weeks prior to and including the day of the activity, or during the current semester has had two or more discipline consequences more severe than Saturday School.

High School

Students participating in field trips, (approved by the principal/designee) or non-competitive activities (which do not involve school time) will not be subject to the OSSAA academic eligibility standards unless required by the particular school activity. If the approved field trip or non-competitive activity involves school time, then the OSSAA academic eligibility standards will apply.

Any exception to the above eligibility requirements for the Junior High School or the High School must be approved by the campus principal. Students are to be informed that any fee paid to participate in an activity is non-refundable in the event the student becomes ineligible to participate in or attend the activity. This information is to also be included on the parent permission form. Approved Revision: October 12, 1993 Revised: August 19, 2014

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INTERFERENCE WITH THE

PEACEFUL CONDUCT OF SCHOOL DISTRICT ACTIVITIES The superintendent or anyone designated by the superintendent or the board of education to maintain order in the school district shall have the authority and power to direct any person to leave school district property or any school activity when students are present, who is not a student, officer or employee thereof, and who:

1. Interferes with the peaceful conduct of activities on school district property; 2. Interferes with the peaceful conduct of school activities off school property

when students are present; 3. Commits an act that interferes with the peaceful conduct of activities on

school district property; 4. Commits an act that interferes with the peaceful conduct of school

activities off school property when students are present; 5. Enters school district property for the purpose of committing an act that

may interfere with the peaceful conduct of activities on school district property;

6. Enters non-school district property when students are present for the

purpose of committing an act that may interfere with the peaceful conduct of school activities

For purposes of this policy, the term “interferes with the peaceful conduct” includes, but is not limited to, actions that directly interfere with any student activities, classes, study, student or faculty safety, housing or parking areas or extracurricular activities or any lawful activity ; threatening or stalking any person; damaging or causing waste to any property belonging to another person or the school district; or direct interference with administration, maintenance or security of property belonging to the school district. Any person to whom this policy applies, who fails to leave a premises as directed or returns within six (6) months thereafter, without first obtaining written permission from the superintendent or anyone designated by the superintendent or the board of education, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Appeal Process After receiving a directive to leave the premises under this policy, the person issued the directive may request reconsideration by requesting review of the initial decision by letter to the superintendent. If no written request is received within five (5) calendar days of the person’s receipt of written notification of the directive to leave the premises,

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the directive will be final and nonappealable. If the superintendent issued the initial directive to leave the premises, the superintendent will appoint another administrator to review his/her decision. The decision of the superintendent or his/her designee will be final and nonappealable. The superintendent or person who issues the directive to leave the premises will give the person to whom the directive is issued a copy of this policy within a reasonable amount of time after issuing the directive. During any appeal process, the person given the directive to leave the premises must remain off school property and away from school activities, whether on school district property or not, unless the superintendent, in writing, instructs that the directive is to be stayed pending the appeal process. Reference: 21 OKLA. STAT. §1376 Approved: October 14, 2003 Revised: February 17, 2015

IGDN IGDN

CONCUSSIONS AND HEAD INJURIES The Muskogee Board of Education recognizes that concussions and head injuries are commonly reported injuries in contact sports. On an annual basis, a concussion and head injury information sheet shall be completed and returned to the school district by the youth athlete and the youth athlete’s parent or guardian prior to the youth athlete’s participation in practice or competition. The athletic director shall provide written instructions to all coaches to insure that no youth athletes are allowed to participate in practice or competition prior to the receipt of a concussion and head injury information sheet. Any coach or staff allowing a youth athlete to participate in practice or competition prior to the receipt of a signed concussion and head injury information sheet shall be disciplined and may be terminated from employment in the extra duty assignment. A youth athlete who is suspected of sustaining a concussion or head injury during a practice or game shall be removed from participation at that time. Any youth athlete removed from participation shall not be allowed to participate until the athlete is evaluated by a licensed health care provider trained in the evaluation and management of concussion and receives written clearance to return to participation from that health care provider. REFERENCE: 70 O.S. §24-155 ADOPTED: 09-21-10

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IHB CLASS SIZE Reduction of Class Size - Limitation K-3 In consideration of past efforts to reduce class size, the district shall have a goal for kindergarten class size of no more than eighteen (18) students per class. Class sizes that go over twenty-one (21) students for one week shall have a teacher assistant up to twenty-six (26) students, then a new class shall be established. Further the district shall establish class sizes in other grades consistent with Oklahoma Statutes and State Board regulations.

(Revised Negotiated Agreement 1-10-91)

IHE (Page 1 of 6) MAGNET SCHOOLS Muskogee I-20 offers specialized educational programming for students who show special interests in specific academic areas or who benefit from learning experiences and opportunities not offered in the regular school setting. Magnet programs are established to provide these specialized programs. Philosophy Magnet schools provide a comprehensive academic program that promotes academic growth in all areas of the curriculum through intensive and specialized instruction as well as integration and interrelation of these specialized areas. Emphasis is placed on special interests and needs of student(s), not on special abilities. Site-Based Magnet Advisory Committee A site-based magnet advisory committee, composed of the principal, teacher(s), counselor, program specialist(s), parents, central office representative, and/or others as appropriate, is organized for the purpose of student recruitment and selection, shared decision-making, and oversight of the magnet program. Educational Programming The curriculum of each magnet school is driven by a specific focus. The core curriculum is intensified through instruction designed to enhance, expand, and enrich learning experiences matching the unique interests and needs of students. Program Evaluation A systematic plan for annual evaluation is part of program planning and implementation. An on-going evaluation process is established by the site-based advisory committee. Evaluation results are communicated in a timely and meaningful fashion to program decision makers at the site and district level, and as appropriate, to students, parents, and the public. Evaluations results are the basis for future program planning. Student Recruitment/Placement The annual magnet student recruitment drive for each ensuing school year extends from January 15 through March 15. The recruitment process is as follows:

a) Student data sheets are sent to the home school of each student presently attending Muskogee Public Schools who requests placement in a magnet School. Student data sheets are completed by the sending school principal, the student=s current homeroom teacher, and the school counselor.

b) Student data sheets are returned to the requested magnet school.

Revised: May 5, 1998 Revised: April15, 2014

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c) Student data sheets are reviewed and scored by the site-based magnet advisory committee using the standard student data sheet scoring procedure. Students scoring 10 points or below in each of the two sections are considered eligible for placement. Those scoring more than 10 points in either section are considered non-eligible for placement.

d) Parents/Guardians are notified by letter, prior to the beginning of the up-coming school year, indicating placement approval or denial. Parents/Guardians of accepted students must confirm placement within a specified time limit. Any unconfirmed placements by the stated due date will be reopened.

e) Once a student is accepted, he/she may remain in the magnet school through all grade levels offered without reapplying.

f) All students who qualify for placement, but who cannot be immediately accepted due to lack of space, are placed on a waiting list in the order in which their applications are received (earliest date of receipt to the latest date of receipt). Magnet school waiting lists are valid only for the current school year.

g) The site-based magnet advisory committee reviews enrollment numbers at the end of the third week of school and again at the end of each nine-week period to determine if magnet slots are available for students who are currently on the waiting list, per item (f.)

h) Students new to the district who make application for magnet status are screened and immediately placed based on screening results and space availability. If space is not available or a waiting list exists for the grade level requested, the student will be placed on the magnet school waiting list, per item (e) (f.)

I) Priority placement is afforded eligible magnet students from the same household who have siblings already attending the magnet school.

j) Prospective kindergarten students are accepted and placed based on enrollment calculations, projected magnet openings, and the order in number which their applications are received (from earliest date of receipt to latest date of receipt).

k) Students from within the Muskogee school district who attend a magnet school are provided free transportation as per school board policy JC.

(IHE Page 3 of 6) Out of-District Students Interested students from outside the school district may apply for admission following approval of an inter-district transfer request. District transportation is not provided for inter-district transfer students. Cancellation of Placement The parent/guardian of any student who desires to return to his/her home school within the first three full weeks of the school year may request to do so by conferencing with the magnet school principal and counselor. The principal then schedules a conference with the principal and counselor of the home school to determine if the request is deemed in the best interest of the student. If so, the magnet school principal completes a Magnet School Cancellation of Placement Request form that is signed by both principals and the parent/guardian of the student. The form is then sent to the appropriate executive director of curriculum and instruction for review and approval or denial. The appropriate executive director of curriculum and instruction approves or denies the request, returns the form to the magnet school principal, and sends a copy of the request to the executive director of support services. Approval may be denied if the home school does not have classroom space available or has not been staffed to serve additional students, as determined by the district. Any request to return to the home school made after the third full week of school will follow the same procedure, but will be processed only at the end of each nine-week period. The site-based magnet advisory committee may request that a magnet student’s placement be canceled at any time on the grounds of chronically poor attendance or severe discipline problems. The magnet school principal must first notify both the appropriate director of curriculum and instruction and the principal of the home school to inform them of the committee’s intention to request cancellation of the student’s placement. The magnet school principal must then schedule a conference with the student and parent/guardian to explain why the recommendation is being made. Following this conference, the magnet principal must complete and submit a Magnet School Cancellation of Placement Request form to the appropriate executive director of curriculum and instruction for review and approval or denial, returns a copy to the magnet school principal, and sends a copy to the executive director of support services. If the cancellation of placement is approved, the magnet school principal then sends a certified letter to the parent/guardian, stating (1) the reason for the recommendation, (2) the effective date of the cancellation, (3) the date the conference with the parent/guardian was held. While a student is awaiting the decision of approval or denial of a cancellation of placement request, he/she is required to attend the assigned magnet school.

(IHE Page 4 of 6) MAGNET STUDENT DATA SHEET Three student data sheets are sent to the home school of any student requesting placement in a magnet school. They are to be completed by the building principal, the student’s homeroom teacher, and the school counselor, The data sheets are to be collected by the school counselor and returned to the requested magnet school. All data sheets will be reviewed by the magnet advisory committee for possible placement. Student Name Current Grade Sending School

Check the appropriate space: BA=Below Average

A =Average

AA =Above Average

EX =Excellent

Category

BA

A

AA

EX Academic

Achievement

Extra-Curricular

Contributions

Leadership

Citizenship

Desire to learn

Behavior

Responsibility

Completes Assignments

Gets Along with Peers

Attendance

In the current school year, how many times has this student been placed in the

following categories?

SAC EIP OSS _____ (Short-term & Long Term)

Comments: ________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________ ___________________________________

Name Position

Please return to: Requested return date: ______________

(IHE Page 5 of 6) STUDENT DATA SHEET SCORING PROCEDURE

The student data sheet will be scored in two sections: the check list and the disciplinary placements. Each category is assigned points. Students scoring 10 points or below in each of the two sections are eligible for approval and placement in the magnet school on a space available basis.

Point Scale

Checklist EX = 0 Points AA = 0 Points A = 1 Point BA = 2 Points

Discipline SAC = 3 Points

REIP = 15 Points OSS = 10 Points ISS = Principals Discretion

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MUSKOGEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

MAGNET SCHOOL CANCELLATION OF PLACEMENT REQUEST

______________________________________ _____________________________________ Magnet School Student is Presently Attending Home School Attendance area

______________________________________________ ____________________________________________

Resident Address Telephone

Student Name

Grade

Reason(s) for Cancellation Request:

_______________________________________ __________________________________ Parent/Guardian Date

_______________________________________ __________________________________ Home School Principal Date

_______________________________________ __________________________________ Magnet School Principal Date

================================================================ Approval ( ) Not Approved ( )

______________________________________________________________________________ Executive Director Elem../Secondary Instruction & Curriculum Date

Following Approval/Non-approval:

White Copy- Magnet School Yellow Copy-Home School Blue Copy-Home School

Pink Copy-Ex. Dir. Support Elementary/Secondary Services

MUSKOGEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT I - 20 II

Muskogee Public Schools Intra-District Library Loan Policy

The Muskogee Public Schools library media centers recognize that the exchange

of material between libraries is an important element in the provision of library service. It is a means by which a wider range of materials can be made available to users. This document is designed to regulate lending and borrowing relations between those library media centers.

Intra-library loan is the process by which a library requests materials from, or supplies to, another library. It is a mutual relationship and must be willing to supply materials as freely as they request materials. Specific guidelines and procedures are listed below.

1. The requesting library must ensure compliance with the U. S. copyright law and its accompanying guidelines. Copyright compliance must be determined for each copy request before it is transmitted and a copyright compliance statement must be included on each copy request.

2. The requesting library is responsible for borrowed materials from the time

they leave the supplying library. If damaged or loss occurs, the requesting library is responsible for compensation or replacement, in accordance with the preference of the supplying library.

3. The requesting library is responsible for honoring due dates and enforcing

all use restrictions specified by the supplying libraries.

4. The requesting library should request a renewal before the item is due. If the supplying library does not respond, the requesting library may assume that the renewal has been granted for the same length of time as the original loan.

5. The requesting library should return materials by the due date and respond

immediately if the item has been recalled by the supplying library.

6. The supplying library should notify the requesting library promptly when unable to fill a request, and if possible, state the reason the request cannot be filled.

Approved: January 12, 1999

Muskogee Public Schools

Intra-library Loan Policy Request Form

Please make a hard copy of each request sent or save a copy to a Library Loan

folder on your hard drive.

Date of Request: ____________________________________________________________

Requesting Library: __________________________________________________________

Supplying Library: ____________________________________________________________

Type of Material Requested: __________________________________________________

Title of Material Requested: ___________________________________________________

* Title of Magazine Article: ____________________________________________________

Bar Code # or Serial #: ______________________________________________________

Materials Needed by: _______________ Cancel After This Date: ______________

One of the specified conditions for reproducing copyrighted materials is

that the photocopy or reproductions not to be Aused for any purpose

other than private study, scholarship, or research.

This institution reserves the right to refuse to accept a copying order if, in its

judgment, fulfillment of the order would involve violation of copyright law.

IIA-A (1 of 1) IIA-A SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS Supplemental educational materials are those classroom materials used by the professional staff of the Muskogee Public Schools which are in addition to those classroom materials listed on the Annual Textbook Requisition Form which is distributed by the Textbook Section of the Oklahoma Department of Education. Supplemental educational materials include such items as library books, paperback books, reference books, magazines, films, filmstrips, video tapes, etc. The primary objective of supplemental educational materials in the Muskogee Public Schools is to implement, enrich and support the educational program of the school. It is the duty of the Muskogee School District to provide a wide range of materials on all levels of difficulty, with diversity of appeal, and the presentation of different points of view. The school community, the social and economic conditions of the area served, as well as the interests and abilities of the students will also be taken into consideration. The educational staff and students will be involved in the selection of supplemental educational materials. Throughout the year, selection will be a continuous process. The library media specialist, with the cooperation of faculty, administration, and (when appropriate), parents and students will evaluate the existing collection and follow the guidelines established under the Standards for Accreditation for Elementary, Middle, Secondary and Area Vocational and Technical Level Schools to add to or delete from the available supplemental materials. Reliable selection aids, guides, and bibliographies which give unbiased appraisal of current and standard literature and other instructional materials will be consulted as part of the selection process. The library media specialist will be responsible for the final selection of materials for the library media center. In conjunction with the above, the Muskogee Board of Education endorses and reaffirms the "Students' Right to Read", adopted by the Bill of Rights, American Library Association, 1955. (refer to policy #IIAC) Revised: December 14, 1993

IIA-B (1 of 1) IIA-B CRITERIA FOR SELECTION - LIBRARY MEDIA Selection criteria shall meet the standards as defined by the Library Bill of Rights (refer to policy #IIAC). In addition the following criteria should be given consideration:

1. Conformation to the mission, goals, and objectives of the school district.

2. Expressed need in the school served.

3. Appropriateness for intended users.

4. Quality of materials as established by consulting reputable reviewing sources.

5. Interest expressed by the community served.

6. A balanced representation of points-of-view in the total collection.

RE-EVALUATION OF THE COLLECTION A re-evaluation will be done yearly to maintain a collection of high quality. Fiction materials will be considered for removal if circulation records show no use within the last 5 years, with the exception of special collections. Dated non- fiction materials will be replaced with sources of more current information. Any materials of poor technical quality will be discarded and replaced as needed. Multiple copies will be retained if in high demand. Worn materials will be replaced, adequately repaired, or removed.

Revised: May 11, 1993

IIA-C (1 of 1) IIA-C GIFT POLICY Gift books and materials are accepted with the understanding that they meet the same selection criteria as materials purchased. Gifts and materials, once accepted, become the property of the Muskogee Public Schools.

Revised: 5-11-93

IIA-D (1 of 1) IIA-D GUIDELINES FOR RECONSIDERATION OF MATERIALS The Board of Education recognizes the right of individuals and groups within the community to challenge materials included in the library media collection. In the interest of handling all complaints fairly and expeditiously, the following procedures will be used.

1. An informal meeting should be scheduled between the library media specialist and complainant to resolve the complaint.

2. If the complaint cannot be resolved, the complainant will fill out the form for

reconsideration of materials and return it to the library media specialist, who will, in turn, file it with the district library media coordinator.

3. A building review committee will be appointed by the district coordinator for

the purpose of screening the questioned material. The committee (by majority vote) will then recommend retaining, removing, or restricting the material on the library media center's shelves. The building review committee will consist of:

A. A library media specialist from another building or a local

professional librarian. B. Two instructional staff members appropriate to the grade or subject

level of the concerned material. C. Two parents.

The following review committee procedure is suggested:

1. Each committee member will read or view the entire material concerned.

2. The committee will meet to discuss the material and a report will be prepared within 30 days on the decision of the group.

3. The report will be filed with the media coordinator and the administrative

office of the Board of Education, the complainant, and the building library media specialist.

In the event that the complainant does not accept the decision of the review committee, he/she may appeal to the Board of Education through the Superintendent. The final decision then rests with the Board of Education. Challenged materials cannot be re challenged for a period of five years. NOTE: Challenged materials will remain in circulation until the process is complete. Revised: 5-11-93

IIA-E (1 of 2) IIA-E PRINT MEDIA COPYRIGHT POLICY Federal copyright law recognizes the need of teachers and students for copyrighted print media. All teachers and staff members must get the written permission of the owner of the copyright before making copies of copyrighted work, with the following exceptions: a) Single copy for class or own use. Teachers may make single copies of any of the following for their scholarly research or for use in teaching or preparing to teach a class: i) A chapter from a book; ii) An article from a periodical or newspaper iii) A short story, essay or poem; or iv) A chart, graph, diagram, drawing, cartoon, or picture from a book, periodical or newspaper. b) Multiple copies for class. Teachers may make multiple copies for classroom use or discussion if:

1. The copying is spontaneous. The use of the material in class must be the Ainspiration, meaning the idea, of one teacher. Teachers may not copy the same item semester to semester, as this will not meet the test for spontaneity. In addition, the decision to use the work, and the moment of its use, must be so close in time that there is not time enough to obtain permission for its use. To obtain permission, teachers should contact the owner of the copyright (e.g., the publisher of a book) in writing.

2. The copied material is brief. This means you may copy; a poem or

an excerpt of a poem if the copied material is no more than 250 words; a complete prose work if it is no more than 2,500 words; an excerpt from a prose work if it is less than 1,000 words or 10 percent of the work based on the number of pages, whichever is less; or one chart, diagram, cartoon, or picture per book or periodical.

3. The copying must not exceed the prescribed cumulative amount.

Teachers may not copy more than a certain amount per term. This means the copying must be for only one course in the school. Teachers may not copy more than one short poem, article, story, or essay, or two excerpts, from the same author, or more than three from the same collective work or periodical volume during one class term. Teachers may not copy copyrighted material for a class more than nine times during the class term.

Revised: 12-14-93 Revised: 03-12-02

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C. No copying of copyrighted workbooks or tests. Teachers shall not copy works intended to be consumable in the course of study or teaching. This includes workbooks, standardized tests, and test booklets. These materials are intended to be used by the consumer who buys them, and the publishers could lose money if you make photocopies.

D. No copying to take the place of an anthology. Teachers must not make

copies of works to take the place of a published anthology. So teachers may not copy every short story listed in an anthology and distribute it in class.

E. Include notice of copyright. Teachers must include a notice of copyright on

each copy. This means writing the symbol before the year of the copyright and its owner. The owner of the copyright should be listed in the front of the work.

Revisions approved: March 12, 2002

IIAA (1 of 2) IIAA INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: TEXTBOOK SELECTION AND ADOPTION LOCAL COMMITTEE In compliance with Oklahoma State Statute, Article XVI, each year the Superintendent shall appoint a textbook committee composed of not fewer than three (3) members and not more than nine (9) members. The local committee shall have one lay member, with the remainder of the committee members being employees of the district. The majority of the district representatives will be classroom teachers. Those teachers shall be representative of the subject area(s) up for adoption. The local committee shall be chaired by the Superintendent or his designee. Each member of the local textbook committee shall serve without compensation. The committee shall cease to exist when the local adoption process is completed and will be replaced by another committee for the following adoption cycle. SECTION OF STATE ADOPTED TEXTBOOKS The textbook committee shall examine all books on the Official State Adoption List selected by the State Board of Education, utilizing the availability of the State Textbook Sample provided through the State Department of Education. On or before the date fixed by the State Department of Education, the local textbook committee shall select, from the State Textbook List, the appropriate textbooks to be used by the district. In making that selection, the local committee shall solicit evaluation data from staff throughout the district; for this purpose, each school campus will have a textbook representative designated by the campus principal. A quorum, consisting of a majority of the committee, shall be present for any meeting at which selections are made. A record of the committee members and the vote by each member shall be maintained by the district. ESTIMATE OF NEEDS On or before the date determined by the State Department of Education, the Superintendent shall submit to the State Department of Education an estimate of textbook needs. That estimate of needs shall reflect the adoption(s) of the local committee and shall be signed by each member of the committee. PERIOD OF USE Textbooks shall be continued in use for the entire period of the adoption. The district shall maintain an adoption cycle that coincides with the State Textbook Adoption Cycle for each five year period. Revised: June 9, 1992

IIAA (2 of 2) UNADOPTED TEXTBOOKS AND OTHER MATERIALS The district may adopt, purchase, and use textbooks and other materials that have not been adopted by the State Board of Education when the local committee determined that one or more of the following conditions exist:

1. There is no adopted textbook in an approved subject or course 2. The district is cooperating with a publisher or educational institution or

association in conducting a field test on a classroom basis 3. The adopted textbooks are not appropriate for students with special needs. 4. The instructional method requires supplementary material or does not

require the use of a traditional textbook 5. The adopted textbooks are not appropriate for the instructional program

implemented by the district. EXPENDITURES Expenditures of the State Textbook Allocation and of local funds shall, within the limitations of funding, follow the textbook adoption cycle. Exceptions to such cyclic expenditure may be made for annual purchase of consumable instructional materials including, but not limited to, workbooks.

IIAC (1 of 1) IIAC SCHOOL LIBRARY BILL OF RIGHTS

The American Library Association affirms that all libraries are forums for information and ideas, and that the following basic policies should guide their services.

1. Books and other library resources should be provided for the interest, information, and enlightenment of all people of the community the library serves. Materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation.

2. Libraries should provide materials and information presenting all points of

view on current and historical issues. Materials should not be proscribed or removed because of partisan and doctrinal disapproval.

3. Libraries should challenge censorship in the fulfillment of their responsibility

to provide information and enlightenment.

4. Libraries should cooperate with all persons and groups concerned with resisting abridgment of free expression and free access to ideas.

5. A person's right to use a library should not be denied or abridged because

of origin, age, background, or views.

6. Libraries which make exhibit spaces and meeting rooms available to the public they serve should make such facilities available on an equitable basis, regardless of the beliefs or affiliations of individuals or groups requesting their use.

Adopted June 18, 1948. Amended June 27, 1967, January 23, 1980, and February 2, 1981, by the ALA Council. Revised: 05-11-93

IIBDA (1 of 1) IIBDA PROFESSIONAL LIBRARIES Cooperation With Other Services The librarian has definite professional responsibility to cooperate with the general library program on a local, state, and national basis. It is important that the librarian supplement the school resources and services by complete and full cooperation with other agencies. Approved: August 2, 1982

IIBH AUDIO/VIDEO/SOFTWARE PRODUCTS USE/REQUEST The Board of Education recognizes the use of audio/video/software products in the classroom as an important component in the use of technology for instructional purposes. The use of audio/video/software products should have the purpose of reinforcing or introducing concepts and objectives being taught. Teachers will use the following guidelines for audio/video/software products in their classroom.

1. Audio/video/software products must relate to subject matter, content being taught and to the Oklahoma PASS objectives.

2. The classroom teacher will adhere to all copyright laws.

3. Teachers should strive to incorporate the use of audio/video/software

technology into their academic curriculum.

4. Teachers will record all uses of audio/video/software in their lesson plans.

5. The building principal may approve the use of non-instructional audio/video/software products in his/her building, just as they oversee lesson plans.

Approved: February 12, 1996

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SUPPLEMENTAL ONLINE COURSE PROCEDURES Upon request, the district will provide supplemental learning opportunities using online technology in a non traditional classroom setting to students enrolled in the district. Supplemental online courses are an optional avenue of instruction for district enrolled students. All existing requirements related to student progression including retention, promotion, and grade assignment are the same for the district’s online students as they are for students enrolled in traditional courses. The district shall ensure that students have the opportunity to advance through the supplemental online course at their own pace so long as the supplemental online course completion corresponds with the standard course completion schedule of the district or the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan. Definition of Terms A. “Supplemental online course”

An online program that allows students who are enrolled in a public school to supplement their education by enrolling part time in online courses that are educationally appropriate for the student, which are equal to the equivalent of classroom instruction time required for student attendance and participation by the district.

B. “Educationally appropriate”

For the purposes of supplemental online courses, educationally appropriate means any instruction that is not substantially a repeat of a course or portion of a course that the student has successfully completed, regardless of the grade of the student, and regardless of whether a course is similar or identical to the instruction that is currently offered in the school district. The determination of educationally appropriate will be made by the district.

Access to Supplemental Online Courses Only public school students enrolled in the district will be granted access to supplemental online courses. The district provides enrolled students the opportunity to participate in supplemental online courses that comply with the standard curriculum of the district. Once a student has made a request to enroll in supplemental online course(s), the district will take necessary steps to determine the educational appropriateness of the request and to make online course(s) available to that student. Whether a requested online course is educationally appropriate for a student will be determined by the principal/curriculum director or his or her designee. Students may take supplemental online courses from online course providers selected and approved by the district that meet the criteria established by the Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSBE). The district shall not limit a student’s access to supplemental online courses by either policy or application of internal or customary procedures. However,

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students taking supplemental online courses from a remote location will be responsible for providing their own equipment and Internet access. Funding The district shall provide funding for an enrolled student’s participation in online courses in an amount not to exceed the previous year’s general fund per pupil expenditure. District students will be allowed to take up to the academic equivalent of five (5) hours of supplemental online instruction per day at no cost to the student. Students wishing to take more online course instruction may do so at their own cost. The district is not responsible to pay an online course provider for online course instruction expenses incurred by a student that exceed the pro-rated portion of the general fund per pupil expenditure for the student. The district will bear no responsibility for payment or collection of any outstanding funds or fees owed by a student to an online course provider. School Day and Attendance Standards Public school students enrolled at the district may take supplemental online courses from a location inside or outside of the school site location and may take supplemental online courses outside the normal school hours of operation. Students who elect to enroll in supplemental online courses, regardless of when or where taken, are still required to complete the equivalent number of hours of instruction as regularly enrolled students in the district and must satisfy the same attendance requirements of the district. Students enrolled in supplemental online courses must meet all state mandated compulsory attendance requirements and are not exempt from state truancy laws. Attendance and participation in a supplemental online course shall be monitored in accordance with district policy and determined by documented student/teacher/course interaction that may include, but is not limited to, online chats, emails, and posting/submission of lessons. The student may be counted “in attendance” when the supplemental online course provider provides evidence of student/teacher/course interaction that demonstrates student progress toward learning objectives and demonstrates regular student engagement in course activity. Supplemental online course providers shall make available to students, parents, and the district, reports that reflect daily attendance and participation. Such attendance/participation reports shall be provided to parents and the district on a weekly basis via electronic format. The supplemental online course provider must provide evidence that the student is making appropriate progress weekly and such reports shall be sent to the designated resident district office via electronic format. Student Eligibility, Admissions and Enrollment Online supplemental courses that are educationally appropriate shall be offered to all qualifying district students who meet the following criteria:

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A. The district offers individual academically approved and educationally appropriate online supplemental courses to students who are enrolled in the district. Students enrolled in supplemental online courses must meet all enrollment and eligibility criteria set by the district's residency policy, the Oklahoma State Board of Education Rules, and state law. Only students who are enrolled in the district for the current school year are eligible to enroll in supplemental online courses.

B. The admission process for students taking one or more supplemental

online courses through the district shall be the same for students enrolled in traditional coursework.

C. The district shall allow for ongoing and continuous enrollment for

supplemental online courses that are compliant with state law and all applicable State Board of Education rules. Students may have input as to the selection of supplemental online course providers but the final determination and selection of the providers is left to the discretion of the district.

D. Students enrolled in supplemental online courses shall have their progress

monitored by the supplemental online course provider weekly. Progress reports shall be transmitted to the district’s designated representative and the student’s parent or guardian via electronic format. Such reports shall be reviewed by the district at least twice per month.

E. All public school districts in Oklahoma shall recognize course credit issued

for courses authorized through the Supplemental Online Course Procedures.

F. Online course providers shall officially notify the district and parents in

writing of the completion of each course the student takes within five (5) business days of completion. Course grades must be reported in the form of a percentage or in a manner consistent with district grading policies. The district shall use its established grading scale to convert the percentage to a letter grade or other notation consistent with district grading policies for transcript purposes.

G. District policies regarding grading scales and credits earned shall be

applied to supplemental online courses under the same criteria as courses offered by the district. A grade assigned for course credit from a supplement online course shall be treated the same as any other course offered by the district.

H. Online course providers must report any change in a student’s status

(moving, dropping a course, etc.) immediately upon discovery or notification of the student’s change in status.

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Appeal Process If a student’s enrollment in a supplemental online course is denied based on a determination by the district that the course is not educationally appropriate, the parents or guardians of the student may appeal that determination to the district Superintendent. The district will notify the OSBE, Director of Instructional Technology, of any denial of a student’s enrollment in online supplemental course(s), the reason for the denial, and any correspondence or information the district received in support of the student taking the online course. Grace Period A student may withdraw from a supplemental online course within fifteen (15) calendar days from the first day of a supplemental online course enrollment without academic penalty. A student who withdraws from any supplemental online course is still obligated to complete the equivalent number of classroom hours of education instruction that is required of students in the district in accordance with state law and district policy. The district shall not be required to pay an online course provider for any student enrollment of less that fifteen (15) calendar days. Extracurricular and Co-curricular Activities Students enrolled in one or more supplemental online course may participate in extracurricular activities sponsored by the district in accordance with district eligibility rules and policies, the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Athletic Association (OSSAA) rules and regulations, and any other rules and regulations of a private association governing regulation of the interscholastic activities and contests of schools. Student Assessments Each student enrolled in one or more online course will participate in required state-level academic assessments administered pursuant to state law in the same manner as other regularly enrolled students within the state. The results of the assessments shall be released to the district and the online course provider. No student will be allowed to enroll in an online course without submission of a signed Education Student Assessment Results Release Form or FERPA waiver. Special Education Students The district shall provide supplementary aids and services, program modifications, supports for personnel and accommodations set forth in a student’s IEP or Section 504 Plan to enable a student to take supplemental online courses that have been determined to be educationally appropriate for the student by the student’s IEP or 504 team members. Provisions in the IEP for related services shall be the responsibility of the district where the student is enrolled in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Enrollment in a supplemental online course does not abdicate, modify or alter the district’s legal obligation under the IDEA. Reference: OKLA. STAT. tit. 70 § 1-111 Approved: August 14, 2001 Revised: January 20, 2015

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VIRTUAL ONLINE SCHOOL FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (“FERPA”)

NOTE: this is a separate policy to be used only if the district has a VOS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) provides parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights regarding the student’s education records. References to parent(s) also encompass a student’s guardian(s). These rights are: 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of

the day Muskogee Public Schools Virtual Online School (“VOS”) receives a request for access.

To request an inspection and review, the parent or eligible student should submit a written request to the program director that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The program director makes arrangements for access and notifies the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request an amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate.

Parents or eligible students may ask VOS to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate. They should write the program director, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate. If VOS decides not to amend the record as requested, VOS notifies the parent or eligible student of the decision and advises him/her of the right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures is provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information

contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA allows disclosure without consent.

One exception that permits VOS to disclose information without consent is when VOS discloses information to VOS officials with legitimate educational interests. A VOS official is a person employed by or contracted to provide services to or designated by Muskogee Public Schools to provide services to VOS as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the board of education; a person or company with whom Muskogee Public Schools has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another VOS official in performing his or her tasks.

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A VOS 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, VOS discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by VOS to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA are:

Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20202-4605

5. FERPA requires that Muskogee Public Schools, with certain exceptions, obtain a parent’s or eligible student’s written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from a child’s education records. However, VOS may disclose “directory information” without written consent unless the parent or eligible student has advised VOS in writing that he/she does not want all or part of the directory information disclosed. The method for objecting to disclosure of directory information is specified below. The primary purpose of directory information is to allow Muskogee Public Schools to include the following information from education records in certain Muskogee Public Schools or VOS publications or disclose it to certain parties. Examples include: • Shipment of VOS materials to and from student’s home • Entry of student enrollment information into a computer database for use

by VOS officials • Honor roll or other recognition lists

Federal law requires VOS to provide military recruiters, upon request, with three directory information categories – names, addresses and telephone listings – unless parents or eligible students have advised VOS in writing that they do not want their student’s information disclosed without prior written consent. Directory information will not be released to outside organizations for commercial or non-commercial purposes.

Muskogee Public Schools has designated the following information as directory information:

• name • address • telephone number • e-mail address • photo • athletic information • honor roll status

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• grade level • activities and clubs • awards

If there are certain items Muskogee Public Schools has chosen to designate as directory information that parents/learning coaches do not want disclosed from their student’s education records, without their prior written consent, parents/learning coaches are encouraged to send an e-mail identifying the information they do not want disclosed, the student’s name, and the name of the affiliate VOS in which the student is enrolled to: Connections. This e-mail must be sent within 30 days of the first day the student attends VOS. Notice of these rights is available, upon request, on audiotape, in Braille, and in languages other than English.

Availability of Policy A copy of this policy is available for review in the superintendent’s office or, upon request, via electronic mail, regular mail, or facsimile. To the extent this policy is in conflict with the Muskogee Public Schools policy for non-VOS students the conflict shall be resolved by reference to FERPA or, if not resolved by FERPA, the policy that provides the greater protection of the student’s education records. Approved: August 14, 2002 Revised: January 20, 2015

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FIELD TRIPS

All field trips approved by the District are to have an instructional basis or will be used to recognize good behavior, attendance, or academic performance. All requests shall be made through and approved by the building principal and superintendent or his/her designee. A maximum of one school day will be allowed to be missed per field trip; any exception to this must be approved by the Superintendent or his/her designee. Students will not be marked absent while attending field trips.

Students participating in school-sponsored field trips are required to ride in transportation provided by the school to and from the event. Any alternative transportation requests must be made in writing by the parent/guardian at least one day prior to the trip.

All students participating in field trips should submit written permission from the parent or legal guardian. A “Parent’s Permission For Student Participation” form must be sent home with the student before the day of the field trip. The completed form is to be on file with the Principal or designee at least one day prior to the date of the trip. The principal and his/her designee shall approve all student permission forms.

This permission form should include: l) Student’s Name m) Class, Activity, or Group n) Date of the field trip and destination o) Type of field trip p) Cost (if any, and non-refundable if student becomes ineligible) q) Transportation arrangements for field trip r) A statement stating the SCHOOL WILL IN NO WAY BE

RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS s) Student transportation to the point of departure and transportation

home upon return is the parent’s responsibility. t) Signature of Parent/Guardian granting permission for the student to

participate Elementary Schools

Opportunities may be provided for elementary students to participate in academic and athletic competitions within the district as well as field trips approved by the principal.

Athletic and/or academic competitions are limited to a maximum of ten per school year during the school day. Any exception to this number must be approved by the Revised: May 5, 1998

MUSKOGEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT I - 20 IICA Page 2 OF 3 superintendent or his/her designee. Charging students admission to attend these competitions during the school day is prohibited. Any costs associated with these activities will be the responsibility of the individual elementary school.

A student will be eligible for participation in field trips or non-competitive events if he/she has met the criteria set by the principal for the specific field trip. The number of field trips is at the desecration of the building principal.

Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) eligibility standards are required of all students participating in competitive extracurricular activities, athletic and non-athletic. Local school boards may make exception only for those students participating in non-competitive activities.

The following exceptions will be made by the Board of Education for students participating in field trips or non-competitive activities. Middle Schools

Students participating in field trips, approved by the principal/designee or non-

competitive activities will not be subject to the OSSAA academic eligibility standards unless required by the particular school activity.

A student will be eligible for participation in field trips or non-competitive events if he/she has met the criteria set by the Principal or sponsor for that specific field trip. High School

Students participating in field trips, (approved by the principal/designee) or non-competitive activities (which do not involve school time) will not be subjected to the OSSAA academic eligibility standards unless required by the particular school activity. If the approved field trip or non-competitive activity involves school time, then the OSSAA academic eligibility standards will apply.

Any exception to the above eligibility requirements for the Middle School or the High School must be approved by the campus principal.

The costs to students of all field trips are to be limited to no more than the actual apportioned cost per person. Fund-raising efforts to offset such costs by student organizations, including parent/booster clubs, shall be approved by the Principal and/or Superintendent. Financial arrangements are to be made by the school sponsor(s) and approved by the Principal to ensure all eligible students wishing to participate are able to do so.

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Students may be permitted to take school-sponsored overnight trips for:

Activities of school-sponsored clubs/organizations and OSSAA or other sanctioned competitions. The trip must have prior approval of the Principal.

Students may be permitted to take out-of-state school-sponsored trips for:

1. Activities of school-sponsored clubs/organizations or sanctioned competitions provided the club/organization fully funds at least transportation and lodging costs of each eligible student who wishes to participate. The trip must have prior approval of the Principal, the Superintendent and the School Board.

Guidelines and regulations implementing this policy shall be determined by the Superintendent and/or designees. Approved: May 5, 1998

IICC IICC SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS The board encourages community members to volunteer at the district’s schools to augment its programs. The board has adopted this policy to clarify requirements, expectations and responsibilities related to volunteering for the school district. The district does not discriminate against volunteers on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender expression or identity, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, age, or genetic information. All individuals who volunteer for the district should be committed to the district’s non-discrimination requirements and its goal of providing quality education and related programs to the children of the community. The district has a myriad of needs which can be filled by volunteers, and any individual interested in being a school volunteer should contact the school principal to begin the volunteer approval process. Prior to volunteering, all volunteers are required to:

▪ submit an information form ▪ authorize a criminal records check (may be completed via Lobby Guard) ▪ pay the records check fee (fee may be waived in cases of demonstrated

financial hardship) ▪ review relevant school policies ▪ sign the volunteer compliance agreement

No individual will be permitted to volunteer until all of the required paperwork has been submitted and the criminal records check has been reviewed and approved by Madison Tomlinson. In the event the criminal records check reveals adverse information regarding the potential volunteer, the administration will review the facts and circumstances to determine whether an exception can be granted and in what capacity, if any, the individual may be permitted to volunteer. All potential volunteers will be given the opportunity to explain any adverse information which is discovered during the criminal records check prior to an application being denied. In addition to the foregoing, there are also special considerations for volunteers who are driving on school field trips or who are volunteering in connection with athletic events. Individuals who transport students in personal vehicles are required to provide additional documentation and declarations related to their driving history and insurance. Individuals who volunteer in connection with athletic events are required to participate in sport-specific education programs. Schools will maintain a volunteer log with sign-in and sign-out daily. See attached example. Revised: December 13, 1994 Revised: January 19, 2016

IICC-R1 Date of application: ________ School requested: _______________________________ MUSKOGEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Application for the 20_____/20_____ School Year Please complete this application - both sides - and return it to your school office or mail to: B.E.S.T. Center 202 W. Broadway, Muskogee, OK 74401. Be sure to SIGN the Volunteer Commitment Contract on the reverse side of the application. For additional information, contact the B.E.S.T. Center: (684-3700). Name: ______________________________________________ Sex: ______________

Phone: _____________________________________________ Race: _____________

Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________

Category: _______ Student; ________ Parent; _________ Community Volunteer

Social Security No.: ____________________

If you have children attending the Muskogee Public Schools, please indicate:

Name: _______________________Grade: ___ Teacher: _____________ School: _________

Name: _______________________Grade: ___ Teacher: _____________ School: _________

Name: _______________________Grade: ___ Teacher: _____________ School: _________

Have you volunteered for our schools before? ____

If so, when? _________________________

Educational Experience: High School ____ Vocational School __________________________

College _____________________, (major: _________________________________)

Vocation or previous work experience: ____________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

Are you bilingual? ________ If so, what languages? _________________________________

On the back of this page, please check any of the areas of interest to which you would be willing to volunteer. Some activities require a regular weekly commitment. Others may occur only once or twice a year. Workshops and training will be made available to all interested volunteers. Upon receipt of this completed form, the volunteer coordinator from your school site will contact you to more specifically discuss your volunteer service with the Muskogee Public Schools. Thank you for this generous donation of your time and talent. (over) Revised: December 13, 1994

IICC-R-1 p.2 SCHOOL or LOCATION REQUESTED: ______________________________________ Has a felony check ever been done on you before? ______ Yes _____ No PLEASE INDICATE THE CATEGORY/CATEGORIES IN WHICH YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER:

___ 1) Volunteer substitute teacher (You should also complete an application for substitute teaching.) ___ 2) Instructional volunteer including classroom assistant, tutor, field trips) ___ 3) Single-event volunteer, including resource speaker, home room parent ___ 4) Off-site volunteer for material preparation

If you are volunteering as a resource speaker, please list topics you would be willing to have:__________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________

COMMITMENT CONTRACT

I hereby acknowledge my commitment to Muskogee Public Schools Volunteer Program. I understand that a background check will be conducted for volunteers who have direct, regular contact with students. I give my permission for that background check, if appropriate. I certify that I am not employed by Muskogee Public Schools District I-20 in the same capacity as I am volunteering. I understand that if I volunteer, in addition to my regular work, it is purely as a volunteer and I will receive no additional compensation for the volunteer work performed. (If you are employed by our school district, you cannot volunteer services that you have been contracted to be paid for at another time or at another location. Example: AVolunteering@ to work overtime, or provide services for special school activities that you would be paid for during regular contracted hours.) In response to legislation, Title 70 O.S., Supp. 1985, & 3-104.1, every applicant is required to answer the following questions: Have you ever: (A) Entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to a state or federal felony charge? ____ Yes ____ No (B) Been convicted of state or federal felon offense? _____ Yes _____ No (C) Been charged with a state or federal felony offense which was reduced to a misdemeanor offense to which

you entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere? _____Yes _____ No

________________________________________________________________________ Signature of Volunteer Date of Signature Revised: December, 1994

Office Use Only: Received by School Coordinator _________________ Background Check ___________ Received by District Office _____________________ Substitute Application

IICC-R-1 p.3 SUGGESTED VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES BY CATEGORY

1) Volunteer Substitute Teacher

You must complete a Muskogee Public Schools Substitute Teacher Application and return it to your building principal or to the Personnel Office at the Education Service Center. In the upper right-hand corner, please note that you are a “Volunteer” and indicate the site(s) at which you will substitute teach. The Building Principal will contact you about substituting as a volunteer. When you volunteer in this category, the Muskogee School District will pay for the cost of a background check. (Volunteers will be encouraged to consider one day as a substitute teacher at no cost.)

2) Instructional Volunteer

This category involves direct contact with our students on a regular basis and direct supervision of students on field trips or on the playground. When you volunteer in this category, a background check will be conducted. Specific details about this cost are available from your building Volunteer Coordinator. Some activities in this category are:

Classroom Assistant Tutor Library Assistant Art Volunteer Cafeteria Monitor Playground Monitor Field Trip Monitor

Additional activities, plus the time requirements for each, are available from your building Volunteer Coordinator.

3) Single-Event Volunteer

This category involves volunteering for activities that occur as “single events” throughout the school year, either during the school day or before or after school hours. You, other volunteers, and the classroom teacher are “partners” in these activities. Some activities in this category are:

Homeroom Parties Test Monitor Resource Speaker Guest Reader Jump Rope for Heart School Carnival Fund Raising Events

Additional activities, plus time requirements for each, are available from your building Volunteer Coordinator.

4) Off-Site Volunteer:

This category is ideal for volunteers who have obligations at home and/or at work. This may include material preparation for classroom teachers or involvement in fund-raising activities. Additional information and activity suggestions are available from your building Volunteer Coordinator.

VOLUNTEER NAME

DATE TIME IN

TIME OUT

VOLUNTEERING FOR: TEACHER - ACTIVITY - ASSIGNMENT

IICC-A (1 of 1) IICC- A PARTNERS IN EDUCATION To further promote understanding and encourage communication, the Board of Education endorses the partnership agreements of community organizations and area business and industry with district school campuses. Partners and schools enter into these agreements to mutually benefit both parties, set up lines of communication, provide an exchange of resources between education and industry, jointly participate in fundraising for the public schools, and to form a united front to assure that all students excel in their areas of talent, and become "marketable" products in the global economic society.

* All partnerships shall be ongoing until one or the other partner determines that the partnership is not beneficial to both parties. Each is encouraged to process the partnership for at least one year as a period of trial.

* The most valued resource of a business or community partner is their human resource, and each partnership is encouraged to develop partnership plans that involve tutors, mentors, classroom volunteers, resource speakers, participants in special events and fundraising projects. Exceptions:

- Business partners are not to personally transport students in private vehicles. - Community volunteers are to mentor students on the school grounds or in the

company of school personnel off the school grounds. - Business and community volunteers shall not supply manpower for the

construction of playground equipment.

* Each partnership shall submit a "Plan of Action" for each ensuing term at the beginning of each school year. Partnerships should not deviate from the plan except when the partnership committee meets and agrees upon a plan change.

* Partners working directly with school district children shall be enrolled and properly

screened as per the policy of the Muskogee School Volunteer Program.

* No donations are to be asked from partners except when specified in the submitted "Plan of Action."

* All donations to schools shall be reported to John Little, District Financial Manager,

and accordingly acknowledged by him as a gift to the school district. Adopted: May 11, 1993

IICC-B (1 of 1) IICC-B SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS - BUS MONITORS In recognition that discipline on the school bus presents the greatest risk to students riding the bus, the Muskogee Public Schools Transportation Department will provide a means for parents and other concerned citizens to assist the Bus Driver in maintaining discipline on the bus to and from school, or school activities. The intent of this program is to decrease risk to the students, both from traffic accidents and from other students riding the bus. In order to assure fair treatment of all students and to control the School District's liability, Volunteer School Bus Monitors will undergo the following training before riding on a bus.

1) School District Policies and Procedures 2) State and Federal rules and regulations involving student transportation 3) Legal aspects of student transportation and discipline 4) Assertive discipline training

Because many parents interested in this program may not have daily transportation to the Transportation Department Offices, this program will allow parents to board the bus at a regular bus stop, ride the route to its conclusion, and then the bus will deliver them back to their home. Approved: March 9, 1993

IJ (1 of 1) IJ GUIDANCE PROGRAM The Guidance and Counseling program of Muskogee Public Schools is designed and dedicated to meeting the needs of all children. The program is to provide a developmental guidance plan to help children grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. The program is directed toward assisting the student in: - respecting the worth and dignity of self and others; - becoming a self-directed person in a changing society; - developing a sense of personal importance and inner security; - making the transition from home to school, and from school to society;

-developing positive attitudes toward the school setting and the society in which the student lives;

- exploring the world of work; - developing self motivation by focusing on decision making skills; - progressing through each educational level.

-understanding the role of the counselor as a person to confide in with problems or concerns

The counselor is a member of the teaching team. As a team member, the counselor is concerned for the welfare of the child, instructional goals of the classroom teachers, and communication between home, school, and community. Revised: May 11, 1993 Approved: August 2, 1982

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STUDENT EVALUATION AND GRADING SYSTEM The Board of Education believes that grades and grading practices should be administered in a fair, equitable, and consistent manner. The Muskogee Public School District provides an instructional program through which all students can learn. High priority is given to learning experiences which serve as a foundation for a child's total educational development (reading, writing, computing, etc.) as well as the stimulation of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, problem solving abilities, and aesthetic appreciation. Student evaluation and grades are based on daily classroom performance, homework, classroom tests, attendance, and other required activities and projects. Students who do not meet district standards will receive "NG" (No Grade) until all requirements are met. Generally "NG" needs to be made up by the end of the subsequent quarter. PRE-SCHOOL, KINDERGARTEN AND FIRST GRADE In order to provide parents with more qualitative information about their child’s performance, a checklist type Report Form which reflects Oklahoma’s Core Curriculum will be used to measure and indicate progression toward mastery of objectives for pre-school, kindergarten and first grade. GRADES 2-6 GRADING SYSTEM Letter grades are given in the following skill areas: Grades 2-6 Written Language Reading Spelling Math Science Social Studies Performance marks of E-Excellent, I-Improving, S-Satisfactory, N-Needs Improvement, and Unsatisfactory shall be given for the following subject areas:

GRADE 2 - 6 Handwriting P.E. Music Work/Study Habits Art Personal/Social Growth

Revised: September 30, 1999

IK (2 of 2) EXPLORATORY CLASSES (6-7) Letter grades are recorded for all exploratory classes (same as core letter grades). However, the focus on exploratory classes must not be on mastery, but on the exploration of new interests and new curricula for students’ academic, social and cognitive expansion. Exploratory classes for grades six, seven and eight will be graded on the following non-mastery criteria: 1) Participation/Effort 2) Completion of assignments 3) Following directions 4) Prepared for class (bring supplies/book) 5) Attitude in class GRADING SYSTEM (2 - 12) Students earn letter grades in grades 2 - 12 based on the following scale: Grading Scale A =94-100 A- =90-93 B+ =87-89 B =83-86 B- =80-82 C+ =77-79 C =73-76 C- =70-72 D+ =67-69 D =63-66 D- =60-62 F =59 -

Numerical Values 4 Point 4.00 = A 3.66 = A- 3.33 = B+ 3.00 = B 2.66 = B- 2.33 = C+ 2.00 = C 1.66 = C- 1.33 = D+ 1.00 = D 0.66 = D- 0.00 = F

Averaging 4 Point 3.89-4.00 = A 3.50-3.88 = A- 3.17-3.49 = B+ 2.89-3.16 = B 2.50-2.88 = B- 2.17-2.49 = C+ 1.89-2.16 = C 1.50-1.88 = C- 1.17-1.49 = D+ 0.89-1.16 = D 0.50-0.88 = D- 0.00-0.49 =F

(High School ) Numerical Values 5 Point 5.00 = A 4.66 = A- 4.33 = B+ 4.00 = B 3.66 = B- 3.33 = C+ 3.00 = C 2.66 = C- 2.33 = D+ 2.00 = D 1.66 = D- 1.33-0 = F

Averaging 5 Point 4.89-5.00 = A 4.50-4.88 = A- 4.17-4.49 = B+ 3.89-4.16 = B 3.50-3.88 = B- 3.17-3.49 = C+ 2.89-3.16 = C 2.30-2.88 = C- 2.17-2.49 = D+ 1.89-2.16 = D 1.50-1.88 = D- 0.00-1.49 = F

All teacher’s grades 2-12, will enter grades into their grade books as numerical scores that correspond to the above letter grades. Students earn credits at the high school level. A credit is earned with successful completion of each credit bearing course.

Tells time 1 hour ½ hour

1 2 3 4

Identifies ½ in objects and sets.

SOCIAL STUDIES 1 2 3 4 ATTENDANCE 1 2 3 4

___________________________________ Teacher Signature Date

MUSKOGEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT I-20

20 ______ - 20_____

FIRST GRADE REPORT FORM

________________________________ Student Name

_____________________

Birthdate

_____________________________________ Elementary School

_____________________ School Telephone Number

Tells and can write first and last name Days Absent Tells and can write address Days Tardy Tells and can write telephone number School work affected by absences Tells and can write names of family members Recognizes school staff and knows their function (i.e. Principal, secretary, etc.)

CHECK IF A CONFERENCE IS REQUESTED: By teacher _____ Planning time is: ____________________ By parent______ Telephone #_________________

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Follows verbal and computer-given instructions 1st Nine weeks comments: Signature of parent or guardian________________________ ================================================ 2nd Nine weeks comments: Signature of parent or guardian________________________ ================================================ 3rd Nine weeks comments: Signature of parent or guardian_________________________ ================================================ 4th Nine weeks: Your child is recommended for the _______ grade for the 20___ - 20___ school year.

Works independently on the computer.

First graders receive opportunities to experience and receive instruction in visual arts, foreign language, music, health and safety, physical education and information skills (library) for the purposes of gaining basic understandings and increasing their knowledge base in these areas. No separate grades are given.

SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 2 3 4

Listens when spoken to or in group time.

Works independently

Follows directions and observes classroom rules

Respects others.

Works cooperatively in groups.

Conducts self appropriately on playground.

LANGUAGE ARTS -READING 1 2 3 4 LANGUAGE ARTS - WRITING 1 2 3 4 MATH SKILLS 1 2 3 4

The beginning reader in first grade: The beginning writer in first grade ….. * Sorts objects by attributes and reports findings.

Listens and responds to print material read aloud (stories, books, poems and informational text)

Has proper spacing and letter or number formation Observes, creates, interprets, describes & extends patterns (i.e. made of concrete objects and shapes)

Knows to look at print from left to right with return. Writes from left to right Can use information from simple graphs, charts and simple maps of the classroom or school.

Matches one spoken word to one written word. Writes letters to represent spoken sounds and words

Compares and classifies sets by size and quantity.

Understands that letters represent sounds in our language.

Writes word cluster or phrases to express thought Compares sets using “less than” and “greater than”.

Can identify parts of a book (i.e. front, back, title, author, illustrator, table of contents, etc.)

Reads back what he/she has just written Uses objects to identify place value for Ones Tens

Knows names of letters circled: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h I j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z

The developing writer ….

Writes numerals to: 0-9 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Knows consonant sounds of letters circled: B C D F G H J K L M N P Q R S T V W X Y Z

Identifies a telling sentence and knows it needs a period.

Matches numerals and number words with objects: 0-5 6-10

The developing reader …. Identifies an asking sentence and knows it needs a ?

Counts to 100 by: 1’s 2’s 5’s 10’s

Retells a story or event in proper sequence. (beginning, middle, end)

Organize thoughts and can write a complete sentence

Shows understanding of ordinal numbers: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th last

Predicts what will happen next based on context clues

Uses capitals correctly as circled: I beginning of sentence proper names

Uses models to construct addition facts to: 5 7 12

Reads basic sight words The Independent writer ….. Uses models to construct subtraction facts.

Can give more than one sound for each vowel: a e I o u

Knows some consonant blends (bl) and digraphs (ch)

Uses a variety of ways to determine how to write a word: Previously read books, previously written materials, stretching word to hear individual sounds, asking others.

Identifies, sorts and copies geometric shapes: Circle, square, oval, triangle, rectangle, square and diamond.

Writes a story with beginning, middle and end. Makes and uses estimates of measurement.

The independent reader …. Writes for different purposes (i.e. as a means of self expression, to record observations, invitations, etc.).

Identifies value of coins marked: Penny nickel dime quarter

Self corrects when reading to keep meaning Can do simple editing and proofreading while working to refine a piece of writing.

Has calendar concepts (i.e. yesterday and tomorrow).

Uses a variety of ways to determine unknown words: Picture clues, story clues (context), word shape, letter sounds/phonics), what makes sense (semantics) & sentence structure (syntax)

SCIENCE Science instruction is presented using themes which build content knowledge and integrate all of the curriculum areas. Look on the report

X = Concept has not been introduced at this time

Reads independently a variety of print materials (informational sources, stories, poems, etc.)

form for those items marked with an asterisk (*) to see indicators of your child’s performance in science processing skills. Included are: observing, measuring, classifying, predicting, experimenting, interpreting, recording and communicating findings as well as practicing science safety.

M = Meeting expectation P= Progressing toward expectation.

Has fluent oral reading skills

IKA (1 of 1) GRADING SYSTEMS: WEIGHTED GRADES The Board of Education affirms the need to provide academic recognition for those high school courses (grades 9-12) in which expectations are established beyond competency levels for students who demonstrate intellectual giftedness and/or academic prowess. Beginning with the 1991-92 school year, students in Honors level courses, either designated as such or recognized as such because of the advanced level of difficulty, shall receive credit based upon a 5.0 scale. The 5.0 designation will be utilized in the calculation of both Grade Point Average (GPA) and class standing:

A = 5.0 D = 1.0 B = 4.0 F = 0.0 C = 3.0

Those courses in which the grades will be weighted are:

Honors English, Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Math Analysis Calculus Chemistry II Algebra II, only when taken in the ninth grade Algebra III, only when taken in the tenth grade Biology I, only when taken in the ninth grade

Additional courses may be designated as honors and/or advanced level when recommended by academic departments, through the building principal, and approved by the Superintendent of Schools. Approved by the Board of Education: December 3, 1990 Revised: May 11, 1993

IKA-A (1 of 4) ATTENDANCE POLICY

1. Attendance A. Expectations/Notifications

In the Muskogee School District, regular attendance is important to ensure that students have the opportunity to maximize their learning experiences as well as to learn positive behavior patterns for future life. Students are expected to be in classes on time each day of the school year. When students miss school, parents are responsible for notifying the school's attendance office regarding the reason for the absence. This notification may be communicated by phone or written note dated and signed by the parent/guardian. If notification is not made the day of the absence, it should be received by the school before the end of the school day immediately following the absence, or the absence(s) will be considered truancy.

Grades K-8 will notify parents in writing upon the fifth (5th) and ninth (9th) absence of the semester. Grades 9-12 will notify parents in writing on the third (3rd) and fifth (5th) absence of the semester. A hearing may be held to discuss the nature of any absence as well as the possible consequences to the student's grade. Parents (or students 18 years of age and over) initiate a hearing through the school's administrative offices and such hearing must be requested within three (3) school days of notification of the absences in question. Parents are encouraged to meet with school officials regarding the attendance records of their student at any time during the school year.

B. Definitions 1. Absences at the secondary level are defined as being more than 15 minutes

late to an assigned area or not being present for an assigned class/activity. Absences at the elementary level are defined as being two (2) or more hours late to an assigned area or not being present for an assigned class/activity. Absences are documented on appropriate school records. Notification is sent to parents on the fourth (4th) absence and ninth (9th) absence. Excessive unexcused absences will result in a truancy citation.

2. School related activities within the school day are defined as not being present

in assigned classes due to participation in school sponsored events (i.e., Music, Speech, Drama, Athletics, Field Trips, etc.) and documented on appropriate school records. Students who are participating in school related activities are not considered absent.

Revision approved: October 14, 1997 Revised: August 19, 2014 Revised: January 17, 2017

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3. The principal may waive an absence upon the receipt of verified medical/legal documentation pertaining to the specific absence. Documentation of this nature should be received by the site attendance office within three (3) consecutive school days after returning from an absence. Questions pertaining to medical/legal documentation may be initiated by the site principal to the appropriate Executive Director.

II. Truancy

A. Definition - includes but is not limited to the following actions:

1. Not being present for all or any part of a school day without previous knowledge or consent of a parent / guardian.

2. Leaving the campus during any part of a school day without receiving written

permission from the administrator/designee in advance of the departure time.

3. Failing to return or remain in a designated area (i.e. classroom, counselor's/administrator's office, library, gymnasium, etc.)

4. Failing to attend assigned classes or school-sponsored activities whether or not

the offending student is on the school campus. B. Consequences

Students who are truant face the following consequences in addition to those outlined above:

1. All truancies will result in parent contact and disciplinary consequences.

2. Out-of-school suspension may be used if the student refuses to comply with

disciplinary consequences, refuses to attend specific classes, or fails to change his/her behavior.

3. The school has the responsibility to refer chronic attendance problems to the

District Attorney as well as other appropriate juvenile authorities. The site principal/superintendent’s designee will file with the District Attorney’s Office whenever a student is truant for four (4) or more days or parts of days within a four-week period or is absent without medical/legal documentation for ten (10) or more days or parts of days within a semester.

III. Absences - Make-Up Work

A. Students may request, complete, and receive credit for make-up work for any absence during any school day or partial school day, with the exception of absence due to truancy or out of school suspension.

B. Make-up work will be granted for absences upon the student's /parent’s request.

IKA-A (3 of 4) These requests for make-up work shall be initiated within two (2) consecutive school

days after returning from an absence. Make-up work shall be completed and returned to the respective teacher(s) within five (5) school days following the absence(s), unless additional time is granted by the principal.

IV. Tardies

A. Definition

A student not within his/her assigned area when the tardy bell begins to ring is considered tardy. A secondary student more than fifteen (15) minutes tardy shall be considered as absent and the absence policy shall apply.

Students who are chronically tardy will be referred to the administrator by the classroom teacher.

Students shall be allowed three (3) school days at the beginning of the school year to become familiar with the layout of the building, including the location of their assigned classrooms.

B. Elementary

Tardies #1 and #2 - Teacher/student conference and warning Tardies #3 and #4 - Counselor/student conference and parent contact Tardies #5 and #6 - Appropriate discipline consequences by the classroom

teacher Subsequent Tardies - Appropriate discipline consequences by the principal

The site elementary principal/superintendent’s designee will file with the District Attorney’s office upon the tenth (10) tardy in a semester.

Tardies will be considered on a semester basis.

C. Secondary

Tardies to a classroom shall be dealt with by the classroom teachers, in the following manner:

Tardy #1 - Student warning by teacher

Tardy #2 - Teacher-parent contact, appropriate action by the teacher Tardy #3 - and Subsequent Tardies - Student is placed into detention (SAC) by the classroom teacher.

Tardies will be considered on a per-classroom quarter basis. V. Early Departure-Elementary

Early departure is leaving school after 1:30 p.m. but before 3:30 p.m. Parents who

IKA-A (4 of 4) request early departure for their child must have signed permission from the administrator/designee in advance of departure.

The site principal/Superintendent’s designee will file with the District Attorney’s Office upon the tenth (10) early departure in a semester without verified medical/legal documentation. Documentation of this nature must be received by the site attendance office within three (3) consecutive school days following the early departure.

VI. District Wide Attendance Procedures

Site personnel will follow procedures developed by the superintendent/designee for: 1) checking and monitoring student attendance records, 2) coding on a daily basis all student absences using the district reason codes, and 3) sending the approved District Absence Notification Letter as outlined in this policy.

VII. Attendance – Rougher Alternative Academy

The Rougher Alternative Academy, working in conjunction with the Muskogee County Juvenile System, may deregulate these attendance policies. Appropriate policies and procedures will be developed for their students by Muskogee Public Schools and the Muskogee County Juvenile System.

Revision approved: October 14, 1997 Revised: August 19, 2014 Revised: January 17, 2017

IKAA (1 of 1) IKAA FINAL EXAMINATIONS Semester Examination Policy Students in grades nine (9) through twelve (12) in the Muskogee Public Schools, District I-20, shall be administered semester examinations in all subjects in which they are enrolled. The semester examinations shall be administered in two days with each examination scheduled for no more than one and one-half (1 1/2) hours of the two (2) hours allotted time. Each semester examination shall count one fifth (1/5) of the final semester grade. Semester examinations should not be administered at the junior high level. Tests may be given at the conclusion of each nine week grading period, but these tests should not be administered in two hour blocks, and they should be averaged in a student's nine week grade with no more emphasis than a unit test. Revised: May 11, 1993 Revised: August 19, 2014

IKAB (1 of 2) IKAB STUDENT PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENT Reporting to Parents Progress reports will be mailed to parents or guardians during the fifth (5th) week of the first (1st) grading period if the student's grade is a "C-" or below. If, during the fifth week of the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grading period, the student's grade in a course is one letter grade lower than it was for the previous grading period, a progress report shall be mailed to the parents or guardians. If, during the fifth week of any grading period, the student's grade is "F", a progress report shall be mailed to his/her parents or guardians. Parents may request more frequent reporting as deemed necessary by the parent and counselor. A student or parent may request a conference with the teacher whenever he feels the need; individuals should contact the school secretary or appropriate counselor. In keeping with State Accreditation Standards II: School-Community Relationships, the local district shall develop and implement a parent education program which provides practical information including grades and guidance to parents. Revised: May 11, 1993 Revised: September 9, 2003

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STUDENT PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENTS Due to the requirements in No Child Left Behind, State Accreditation Standards, and the District School Board Policy, schools are required to communicate to parents the progress of their students. Teachers must keep weekly records of grades in order to keep parents properly informed if student progress. A minimum of two grades per week are required for each student. Each grade entered into the electronic grade book must be properly labeled to identify the assigned task. September 9, 2003

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IKD HONOR ROLLS Muskogee Public Schools' Honor Roll Elementary Students: Those students having a semester grade point average of 3.66 or above, and who have no grade lower than "C" will be placed on the District's Honor Roll. Secondary Students: Those students having a semester grade point average of 3.66 or above, and who have no grade lower than "C" will be placed on the District's honor roll. Principal's Honor Roll Elementary Students: Those students having a semester grade point average of 3.00 to 3.65, inclusive, and who have no grade lower than "C" will be placed on the Principal's Honor Roll. Secondary Students: Those students having a semester grade point average of 3.00 to 3.65, inclusive, and who have no grade lower than "C" will be placed on the Principal's Honor Roll. Muskogee Graduation Honors Effective with the 1999-2000 School Year with the Incoming Freshman Class: The following will be maintained:

a. 5.0 point / 4.0 point scale b. Ranking will remain on a 5.0 point scale c. +’s and -‘s will be counted d. All classes taken between the 9th and the 12th grade will be used to

calculate the GPA class ranking. Revised: March 30, 1999

IKD (Page 2 of 2) Adopt the following changes:

1. All students with a 4.0 and above on a 5.0 scale will be considered “Honor Graduates” beginning with the 1998-1999 school year.

2. Starting with the 2002-2003 Senior Class students with a 4.0 and above on a 5.0 grade point scale will be considered “Honor Graduates” and sent to colleges for consideration of valedictorian scholarships.

*** This policy will be presented to the top 3% of the classes of 2000, 2001, and 2002 for consideration of possible policy implementation prior to 2003.

3. The top 3% will be recognized as Summa Cum Laude with medal/colors

presented at the Senior Awards Assembly.

4. The next 5% will be recognized as Magna Cum Laude with medal/colors presented at the Senior Awards Assembly.

5. The next 10% will be recognized as Cum Laude with medal/colors

presented at the Senior Awards Assembly.

6. The top 3% will sit on the stage at graduation and have the opportunity to plan and participate in the graduation ceremony.

7. “Honor Graduates” will lead the respective class members into the

auditorium and be seated in the first rows.

8. Recognition will be given to the remaining “Honor Graduates” in the audience.

9. Students who have two hundred (200) service hours within the Muskogee

Community will be recognized as “Graduate of Service”.

10. All “Honor Graduates” and “Graduates of Service” will be recognized in the Graduation Program.

Approved: March 30, 1999

MUSKOGEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT I - 20 IKE (1 of 4) PROFICIENCY BASED PROMOTION PROCEDURES Students in Muskogee Public Schools will be permitted to demonstrate proficiency for advancement into a higher level of study and will receive credit in any core academic curriculum area by scoring at least 90% on a criterion-referenced assessment designed for that specific curriculum area. I.Proficiency Based Promotion A. Upon the request of a student, parent, guardian, or educator, a student will be

given the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in one or more areas of the core curriculum.

1. Proficiency will be demonstrated by assessment or evaluation appropriate to the

curriculum area, for example: portfolio, criterion-referenced test, thesis, project, product, or performance. Proficiency in all laboratory sciences will require that students are able to perform relevant laboratory techniques.

2. Students shall have the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in the core areas

as identified in 70 O.S.S 11-103.6: a.Social Studies b.Language Arts c.The Arts d.Languages e.Mathematics f.Science

3. Proficiency for advancing to the next level of study will be demonstrated by a

score of 90% or comparable performance on an assessment or demonstration.

4. Qualifying students are those who are legally enrolled in Muskogee Public

Schools.

5. Tests will be offered the second week of the following months: June, July and December. Students will be required to register for the proficiency assessment one month in advance of the assessment date.

6. Students will be allowed to take proficiency assessment in multiple subject area.

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7. Students not demonstrating proficiency will be allowed to try again during the next assessment period.

8. Exceptions to standard assessment may be approved for those students

with disabling conditions.

B. Students demonstrating proficiency in a core curriculum area will be given credit for their learning and will be given the opportunity to advance to the next level of study in the appropriate curriculum area.

1. The school will confer with parents in making such promotion

/acceleration decisions. Such factors as social and mental growth should be considered.

2. If the parent or guardian requests promotion/acceleration contrary to the

recommendation of school personnel, the parent or guardian shall sign a written statement to that effect. This statement shall be included in the permanent record of the student.

3. Failure to demonstrate proficiency will not be noted on the student's

transcript.

4. Students must progress through a curriculum area in a sequential manner. Elementary, middle level, or high school students may demonstrate proficiency and advance to the next level in a curriculum area.

5. If proficiency of at least 90% is demonstrated in a 9-12 curriculum area,

the student will be granted an "A" or the percentage earned on his/her report card and his/her high school transcript. The unit shall count toward meeting the requirements for the high school diploma. Also see Concurrent Enrollment. (See Policy #IKF-AA)

6. If a student earns units by proficiency assessment, these units will

become a part of the official transcript and will be accepted by other public school districts within Oklahoma.

C. Proficiency assessment will measure mastery of the priority academic student

skills in the same way that curriculum and instruction are focused on the priority academic student skills. In other words, assessment will be aligned with curriculum and instruction.

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D. Options for accommodating student needs for advancement after they have demonstrated proficiency may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.Individualized Instruction 2.Correspondence courses 3.Independent study 4.Concurrent enrollment 5.Cross-grade grouping 6.Cluster grouping 7.Grade/course advancement 8.Individualized education programs

Revised: January 12, 1999

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PARENT PERMISSION FOR ASSESSMENT FOR PROFICIENCY BASED PROMOTION

Dear Parent: The following information is needed for your child to be given an assessment to determine the appropriateness of proficiency based promotion. Your child must score at least 90% on each criterion-referenced assessment designated for the specific curriculum area(s) requested. Student’s Name Race Date of Birth _______ School Student Currently Attends Current Grade ____________________________________ ______________________ Building Principal’s Signature Date Area(s) to be evaluated: I have received an explanation of the proposed assessment and the assessment procedures to be utilized. Based on this information, my signature indicates that I understand what is being proposed and my rights to refusal of this proposal. I give consent for the assessment I do not give consent for the assessment ____ Parent/Guardian Signature Date __________________________ ___________ _____________ Address Home Phone Work Phone Revised: January 12, 1999

IKF (1 of 3 ) IKF GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS To graduate from Muskogee High School, a student must earn a total of twenty-four (24) units of credit and demonstrate mastery of the state academic content standards on state E.O.I tests for Algebra I / English II, and two other E.O.I tests from the following (English III, Geometry, Algebra II, U.S. History, Biology I).

A. Diplomas A student will receive a diploma when he/she has completed all the requirements for graduation from high school as prescribed by the State Department of Education, the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, and the Muskogee Board of Education. All graduating seniors are expected to attend commencement exercises.

B. Units /Mastery Requirements The requirement for graduation is twenty-four (24) units of transcripted credit. ACE Requirements: Core curriculum requirements: 4 Units Credits English 4 Units Credits English 3 Units Credits Math (taken at MHS) 3 Units Credits Math (taken at MHS) 3 Units Credits Science 3 Units Credits Science 1 Unit Credit American History 1 Unit Credit American History ½ Unit Credit Oklahoma History ½ Unit Credit Oklahoma History ½ Unit Credit World History ½ Unit Credit World History ½ Unit Credit Geography ½ Unit Credit Geography ½ Unit Credit Government ½ Unit Credit Government 1 Unit Credit Fine Arts 2 Unit Credit Fine Arts 2 Units Credits Technology or 1 Unit Credit Technology 2 years of same

Foreign Language 1 Unit Credit From any of the above

Disciplines 7 Units Credits Electives 8 Units Credits Electives Total 24 Units Credits Total 24 Units Credits

In addition, students must demonstrate mastery of the state academics content standards in the following subject areas in order to graduate from a public high school with a standard diploma. 1. Algebra I

2. English II, and

3. Two of the following five:

a. Algebra II

b. Biology I

c. English III

d. Geometry, and

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e. United States History

Students with twenty-three (23) units credits and/or who have determined mastery of at least three of the required state academic content standards may participate in senior activities and the graduation ceremony, but will not receive a diploma until all requirements for graduation are satisfied. Students who need more than one (1) unit for graduation and/or have failed to demonstrate mastery of at least three of the required state academic content standards will not be permitted to participate in commencement exercises.

C. Repeated Courses

Should a student elect to repeat a class, both grades will be recorded and figured in the official grade point average. The repeated course will count toward the twenty- four (24) required units only if the student received a failing grade in the original attempt.

D. Class Changes

Changes may be made after school is in progress at the discretion of the principal or his/her designated representative to correct placement or improve teacher-pupil loads. No pupil may drop a subject at any time without the approval of his/her parent and the principal or a designated representative.

E. Graduation Requirements

1. To graduate from high school, a student must have earned a total of twenty-

four (24) units including arte competencies and demonstrate mastery of the

state academic standards as stated in “B” above. Students will be enrolled

in the College Preparatory Curriculum unless a parent signs a waiver to

“opt” his/her student out of the curriculum. If a parent signs a waiver, the

student will then be enrolled in the Minimum Graduation Curriculum.

2. All courses taken for high school credit will be included on the student

transcript. Only those courses taken in grades 9-12 will be included when

calculating the high school Grade Point Average and for determining

valedictorians and salutatorians.

3. Dual GPA for all courses taken during grades 9-12 will be calculated and

printed on the student’s transcript. Both the un-weighted GPA on a 4.0

scale and the weighted GPA on a 5.0 scale for Advanced Placement

Courses (A=5.0 B=4.0 C=3.0 D=1.0 F=0.0 will be recorded on the

transcript.

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4. Senior students who have moved from out of state or from another school

in Oklahoma and have become legal residents of local school district may

complete the number of graduation units required from their precious

school.

5. At least two (2) units of the last three (3) units completed for graduation will

be completed in attendance at one of the Muskogee Public Schools’ high

schools (including concurrent enrollment) or in attendance in a District

sponsored alternative program for the student to receive a diploma.

6. The Board of Education has the authority to establish local requirements for

graduation above those of the State Board of Education.

7. The principal has the authority to resolve individual and/or hardship cases.

8. Specific course requirements depend on whether the student enrolls in the

College Preparatory Curriculum (the default curriculum) or the Minimum

Graduation Curriculum (requires a signed parental waiver to opt the student

out of the College Preparatory Curriculum). The course requirements may

also differ for graduating classes (student cohort groups) due to changes in

Board of Education Policy or Oklahoma State Law. The specific course

requirements for graduating classes are listed at the end of this policy.

F. Individualized Education Programs For students With Disabilities

Local individualized education program teams may, for individualized students, use a modified set of competencies, minimal competencies for high school graduation, and requirements permitting credit for career education and supervised work experience. This allows for a realistic educational program which helps youth with disabilities to make the transition from school to the world of work with a maximum chance for success as self-supporting citizens.

REFERENCE: 70 O.S. § 11-103.2c 70 O.S. § 11-103.6 70 O.S. § 1210.508 70 O.S. § 1210.523

Revised: 05-11-93 Revised: 10-18-11

IKF-A (1 of 1) IKF-A ENROLLMENT POLICY FOR MUSKOGEE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS All seniors attending Muskogee High School shall be required to enroll for seven (7) class periods, with the following exceptions: 1) Seniors enrolled in a cooperative vocational program may be released for

their on-the-job training lab. 2) Seniors who elect to enroll at the Indian Capital Vocational Technical

School are to be enrolled in three (3) class periods at Muskogee High School in addition to their course at the Indian Capital Vocational-Technical School.

3) Eligible seniors may enroll for college credit while completing their high

school requirements. (Enrollment shall be in accordance with current regulations set forth by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Oklahoma Regents for Higher Education).

Any deviations from this policy must be approved by the high school principal. Approved: March 4, 1985 Revised: August, 1985 Revised: May 11, 1993 Revised: August 19, 2014

IKF-AA (1 of 2) IKF-AA CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT 1. Twelfth grade students enrolled at Muskogee High School may be admitted

provisionally to a college or university in the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education as special students if they meet the following requirements:

(a) Students must meet the published criteria of the State Regents (other

than high school graduation and curricular requirements) for admission to the institution for which application is being made. This includes having participated in the American College Testing program or the Scholastic Aptitude Test.

(b) Students must be eligible to satisfy requirements for graduation from

Muskogee High School (including curricular requirements for college admission) no later than the spring of the senior year, as attested by the high school principal.

2. Eleventh grade students enrolled at Muskogee High School may be admitted

provisionally to a college or university in the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education as special students if they meet the requirement (a) above and the following requirements:

(a) Students must achieve a composite score at the 90th percentile or

above on the American College Test (ACT) using Oklahoma norms, or achieve a combined verbal and mathematical score on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) at the 90th percentile or above using national norms.

(b) If the student's ACT or SAT composite score does not meet the 90th

percentile requirement, but the sub score(s) is at the 90th percentile, the student may enroll in coursework in the discipline with the required score, providing the student does not have a curricular deficiency in this area.

3. A high school student admitted under the provisions set forth in Section 1 or 2

above may enroll in a combined number of high school and college courses per semester not to exceed a full-time college workload of 19 semester-credit-hours. For purposes of calculating the workload, one-half high school unit shall be equivalent to three semester-credit-hours of college work. Students wishing to exceed this limit may petition the selected higher education institution. The appropriate institutional officials will evaluate the student's academic performance and potential for success in determining the student's load, which may not exceed

the number of semester-credit-hours 50 percent greater than the number of weeks in the applicable semester/term. The collegiate portion of the student's workload

IKF-AA (2 of 2) must be taken from regular faculty members of the institution and may be provided

off campus if approved by the State Regents, and may use alternative delivery systems if approved by the State Regents. The college should provide appropriate academic advising prior to and continuing throughout the student's enrollment. High School students enrolling concurrently in off-campus classes may only enroll in liberal arts and sciences courses.

4. A student who is otherwise eligible under this policy may enroll in a maximum of

nine semester-credit-hours during a summer session or term at a college or university of the State System without the necessity of being concurrently enrolled in high school classes during the summer term. Students wishing to exceed this limit may petition the selected higher education institution. The appropriate institutional officials will evaluate the student's academic performance and potential for success in determining the student's load, which may not exceed the number of semester-credit-hours 50 percent greater than the number of weeks in the applicable semester/term.

5. The completion of the high school curricular requirements shall not be required of

concurrently enrolled high school students for purposes of admission. (Students may only enroll in curricular areas where the student has met the curricular requirements for college admission.) Concurrently admitted high school students will not be allowed to enroll in any zero-level courses offered by colleges and universities designed to remove high school deficiencies.

6. When a student earns college credit through concurrent enrollment, Muskogee

High School will provide academic credit for any concurrently enrolled higher education courses that are correlated with the academic credit awarded by the institution of higher education. Academic credit shall only be transcripted as elective credit if there is no correlation between the concurrent enrollment higher education course and a course provided by the district.

7. Following high school graduation a student may continue enrollment at the

institution to which they have been admitted or may transfer to another institution in the State System, provided that during the provisional enrollment period the student has achieved a college grade-point-average of 2.0 or above on a 4.0 scale and meets the entrance requirements of the receiving institution, including the high school curricular requirements.

Approved: November 9, 1993 Revised: October 20, 2010

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ATTIRE FOR GRADUATION CEREMONIES All Muskogee High School students and staff shall not wear extraneous items to graduation unless they are recognized by the Muskogee Board of Education. The only acceptable items are those honoring Valedictorian, Salutatorian, Summa cum Laude, Magna cum Laude, Cum Laude, and senior presidents of school sponsored organizations and Rougher 300 Community Services Award and JOM Graduating Seniors. Any other robes, shawls, collars, cords, or article of any kind will not be worn over gowns during graduation exercises. Students wearing such articles will not be permitted to walk across the stage. Additionally, students may wear only one (1) tassel and only one (1) medal or cord. Approved: June 2, 1986 Revised: May 11, 1993 Revised: May 14, 1996 Revised: April 19, 2011 Revised: October 18, 2011 Revised: June 20, 2017

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DIPLOMAS FOR VETERANS In order to recognize and pay tribute to veterans who left high school prior to graduation to serve in World War II, in the Korean War, or in the Vietnam War, the Muskogee Public School Board of Education will grant a diploma of graduation to any veteran who meets the requirements as listed below. Such diplomas will be presented in conjunction with appropriate Veterans Day programs. To be eligible to receive a World War II Veterans high school diploma, a veteran shall:

1. Have been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States of America. 1. Have served on active duty with a service –connected disability between the dates

of September 16, 1940, and December 31, 1946, or between the dates of June 27, 1950, and January 31, 1955, or between the dates of May 13, 1961, and April 29, 1975; and additional rules may be imposed by the State department of Education after consulting with the Department of Veteran Affairs.

Approved: December 11, 2001 Revised: October 8, 2002 Revised: December 12, 2006

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STUDENT PROMOTION AND RETENTION AND STUDENT PASS/FAIL OF A COURSE

Introduction The board of education of the district, having determined that a need exists for a uniform policy governing the circumstances and considerations to be weighed in determining whether to promote a student to the next grade or retain the student in the same grade for an additional year, has established the following policy to govern this situation. The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for teachers and administrators to follow in determining whether to promote or retain students in the school district, and to establish a uniform procedure to be followed in cases where retention is appropriate. This policy also establishes an appeal procedure as required by Oklahoma law by which parents may challenge the decision to retain a student at his or her present grade level or to not pass a student in a course. As used in this policy, "promote" or "promotion" means to place a student who has successfully completed the requirements of a particular grade level into the next higher grade level following the end of the school year, or before November 1 of the academic year if the student is being promoted at mid-year in accordance with the Reading Sufficiency Act, and to record on the student's permanent cumulative record that he or she has successfully completed his or her current grade level. As used in this policy, "retain" or "retention" means a decision to decline to advance a student into the next higher grade level following the end of the school year and to indicate on the student's permanent cumulative record that he or she has not successfully completed the requirements of his or her current grade level. As used in this policy, "not passed in a course" or similar wording, means the student is assigned a failing semester grade in a course of study which failing grade will be recorded on the student's permanent cumulative record. Promotion/Retention and Failing Courses Each school in this district will form a committee to review and make decisions regarding retention and promotion. The committee will be composed of a classroom teacher, a counselor when available, the principal and additional personnel who may be assigned by the principal or superintendent when appropriate. No committee will be formed regarding a failing grade in a course, but such failing grade shall be shown on the student’s report card. Supportive evidence must be presented to the student and parent regarding a retention decision. This evidence must be based on:

1. Testing which actually covers the subject matter presented to the student.

2.Assignments directly related to the subject matter being taught.

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3. Consideration will also be given to the student's attendance record, although this

matter will not bear the same weight as items 1 and 2. 4. Consideration will also be given to the student’s level of maturity (physical,

mental, emotional, and social), although this matter will not bear the same weight as items 1, 2 and 3 and cannot be the sole reason for a decision to retain or promote a student.

The student and the parent must be made aware of the possibility of the student's impending retention or failing grade in a course. Any student in danger of being retained or failing a course shall be notified prior to the end of the school year that the student’s performance is insufficient, and the student's parents will be mailed a written notice. The school staff will make every effort to help the student improve the student's academic standing. Promotion will be determined by successfully completed units of instruction to be established by the board of education, the superintendent and the relevant principal.

Retention based on the Reading Sufficiency Act As provided for in the school district’s Reading Sufficiency Act Testing and Procedures Policy, reading sufficiency testing will be conducted in the school district to ensure that each student has attained the necessary reading skills upon completion of the third grade. To determine the promotion and retention of a third-grade student pursuant to the Reading Sufficiency Act, the State Board of Education shall use only the reading comprehension and vocabulary scores portion of the statewide third-grade criterion-referenced test and shall not use the other language arts scores portions of the test. No student may be assigned to a grade level based solely on age or other factors that constitute social promotion. Any first-grade, second-grade, or third-grade student who demonstrates proficiency in reading at the third-grade level through a screening instrument for the acquisition of reading skills approved by the State Board of Education shall not be subject to retention. Upon demonstrating the proficiency through the screening, the district shall provide notification to the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) of the student that the student has satisfied the requirements of the Reading Sufficiency Act and will not be subject to retention.

If a third-grade student is identified at any point of the academic year as having a significant reading deficiency, which shall be defined as scoring below proficient on a screening instrument for the acquisition of reading skills approved by the State Board of Education, the school district shall immediately begin a student reading portfolio and shall provide notice to the parent of the student’s reading deficiency as described in the school district’s Reading Sufficiency Act Testing and Procedures Policy. If a student has not yet demonstrated proficiency in reading at the third-grade level prior to the completion of third grade and still has a significant reading deficiency, as identified based on assessments for the acquisition of reading skills approved by the State Board of Education, has not accumulated evidence of third-grade proficiency through a student portfolio, or is not subject to a good cause exemption, then the student shall not be eligible for automatic

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promotion to fourth grade. The school district may also apply the principles of this paragraph, or the preceding paragraph, in grades kindergarten through second grade. For the 2015-2016 school year, a student not eligible for automatic promotion and who scores at the unsatisfactory level on the reading portion of the third-grade statewide criterion-referenced test may be evaluated for "probationary promotion" by the "Student Reading Proficiency Team." For the 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 school years, a student not eligible for automatic promotion and who scores at the unsatisfactory or limited knowledge levels on the reading portion of the third-grade statewide criterion-referenced test may be evaluated for “probationary promotion” by the Student Reading Proficiency Team. The Student Reading Proficiency Team shall be composed of:

1. the parent(s) and/or guardian(s) of the student, 2. the teacher assigned to the student who had responsibility for reading instruction

in that academic year, 3. a teacher in reading who teaches in the subsequent grade level, and 4. a certified reading specialist.

The student shall be promoted to the fourth grade if the team members unanimously recommend "probationary promotion" to the school principal and the school district superintendent and the principal and superintendent approve the recommendation that promotion is the best option for the student. If a student is allowed a "probationary promotion", the team shall continue to review the reading performance of the student and repeat the requirements of this paragraph each academic year until the student demonstrates grade-level reading proficiency, as identified through a screening instrument which meets the acquisition of reading skills criteria approved by the State Board of Education, for the corresponding grade level in which the student is enrolled or transitions to the requirements set forth by the Achieving Classroom Excellence Act. Beginning with the 2016-17 school year, students who score below the proficient level on the reading portion of the statewide third-grade criterion referenced test, who are not subject to a good cause exemption, and who do not qualify for promotion or “probationary promotion,” shall be retained in the third grade and provided intensive instructional services and supports.

The school district shall annually report the number of probationary promotions to the State Department of Education

For students who do not meet the academic requirements for promotion, and who are not otherwise promoted pursuant to this policy, the school district may promote the student for good cause only. Good-cause exemptions shall be limited to the following:

1. Limited English-proficient students who have had less than two (2) years of instruction in an English language learner program;

2. Students with disabilities whose individualized education plan (IEP), consistent

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with state law, indicates that the student is to be assessed with alternate achievement

standards through the Oklahoma Alternate Assessment Program (OAAP); 3. Students who demonstrate an acceptable level of performance on an alternative

standardized reading assessment approved by the State Board of Education; 4. Students who demonstrate, through a student portfolio, that the student is

reading on grade level as evidenced by demonstration of mastery of the state standards beyond the retention level;

5. Students with disabilities who participate in the statewide criterion-referenced

tests and who have an IEP that reflects that the student has received intensive remediation in reading for more than two (2) years but still demonstrates a deficiency in reading and was previously retained in prekindergarten for academic reasons, kindergarten, first, second, or third grade; and

6. Students who have received intensive remediation in reading through a program

of reading instruction for two (2) or more years but still demonstrate a deficiency in reading and who were previously retained in prekindergarten for academic reasons, kindergarten, first, second, or third grade for a total of two (2) years.

A student who is otherwise promoted pursuant to this policy, or by meeting one of the good cause exemptions, shall be provided intensive reading instruction during an altered instructional day that includes specialized diagnostic information and specific reading strategies for that student. The school district shall assist schools and teachers to implement research based reading strategies for the promoted student shown to be successful in improving reading among low-performing readers.

Requests to exempt students from retention based on a good-cause exemption (1-6 above) require that a teacher submit documentation consisting only of the alternative assessment results or student portfolio work and the IEP, as applicable, to the school principal indicating that the student meets one of the good-cause exemptions and promotion is appropriate. The principal will review and discuss the documentation with the teacher and, if applicable, the other members of the Student Reading Proficiency Team. If the principal determines the student meets one of the good cause exemptions and should be promoted based on the documentation provided, the principal shall make a written recommendation to the superintendent. The superintendent shall also review the documentation and either accept or reject the recommendation of the principal in writing. The school district will provide written notice to the parent or guardian of any student who is to be retained due to not meeting the reading proficiency required for promotion and the reasons the student is not eligible for a good-cause exemption. The notice shall contain a description of proposed interventions and intensive instructional supports that will be provided to the student to remediate the identified areas of reading deficiency.

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Mid-Year Promotion of Retained Third Graders The school district implements the following policy for mid-year promotion of a retained student due to a reading deficiency. Retained students may only be promoted mid-year prior to November 1 of the academic year. To be eligible for mid-year promotion, the student must demonstrate that he or she:

1. is a successful and independent reader, reading at or above grade level; and 2. is ready to be promoted to fourth grade; and 3. is demonstrating a level of reading proficiency required to score at the proficient

level on the statewide third-grade criterion-referenced test, or upon demonstrating proficiency in reading at the third-grade level through an approved screening instrument, and

4. is showing progress sufficient to master appropriate fourth-grade level skills, as

determined by the school district.

Tools that the school district may use, in accordance with rules of the State Board of Education, in reevaluating any retained student may include subsequent assessments, alternative assessments or portfolio reviews. A mid-year promotion shall only be made upon agreement of the parent or guardian of the student and the school principal. Appeal Process After receiving a decision to retain a student or upon receipt of the student’s report card showing a failing grade in a course, any parent may request reconsideration of a retention decision or a decision to not pass a student in a course by taking the following steps:

First Level of Appeal

The parent may request review of the initial decision by letter to the building principal. If no request is received within five (5) days of the parent's receipt of written notification of the committee’s initial decision to retain or in the case of failing a course, within five (5) days of the student or parent’s receipt of the report card, the decision will be final and nonappealable.

Second Level of Appeal

The parent may request review of the principal's decision by letter to the superintendent. If no request is received within five (5) days of the parent's receipt of the principal's written notification of his or her decision, the principal's decision will be final and nonappealable.

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Final Level of Appeal

The parent may request review of the superintendent's decision by letter to the superintendent or the clerk of the board of education. If no request is received within five (5) days of the parent's receipt of the superintendent's written notification of his or her decision, the superintendent's decision will be final. The parent will be notified in writing of the date, time and place of the Board meeting at which the decision will be reviewed. The Board's decision will be final and non-appealable.

If a parent disagrees with the Board's decision, he or she may prepare a written statement stating the reason(s) for disagreement, which will be placed in and become a part of the student's permanent cumulative record. Reference: 70 OKLA. STAT. §1210.508C, OAC 210:15-27-3 Revised: April 13, 1999 Revised: June 8, 2004 Revised: December 13, 2011 Revised: June 18, 2013 Revised: January 19, 2015

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PROCESS FOR STUDENT RETENTION REGULATION (ELEMENTARY)

In accordance with the policy of the Board of Education, the following regulations for elementary student retention will be used in Muskogee Public Schools. A student may be retained when such action can be justified. Serious consideration should be given to the following factors:

A. Number of years retained. B. Chronological age. C. Scholastic achievement. D. Cognitive ability E. Developmental and social maturity.

No later than the last day of the first semester, parents will be informed in writing if their child’s performance is not progressing adequately. At this time, the principal, teacher(s), counselor, and parent will hold a conference to review relevant factors and design appropriate intervention strategies to be implemented to assist the student in academic success. The student and the parent will be informed concerning what needs to be done for the student to promote to the next grade (See IKG - R1, Pg. 2 of 3). Following the implementation of intervention strategies, if the student is still performing below-age appropriate peers and/or is receiving failing grades in core subjects such as math, reading, writing, language, science, social studies, a recommendation may be made for the student to attend summer school and/or be retained in the present grade (See IKG - R1, Pg. 2 of 3). If the final decision is made to retain the student, a conference will be held during the last twenty instructional days of the school year with the principal, teacher(s), counselor, and parent. At the final conference, plans will be prepared and shared with the parent that outline changes in the student’s educational program for the next school year which will facilitate the student’s academic success (See IKG - R1, Pg. 3 of 3). All conferences will be documented and placed in the student’s cumulative folder.

Approved: April 13, 1999 Revised: June 8, 2004 Revised: June 10, 2008

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ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE CONFERENCE MEETING - ELEMENTARY

Student Name _______________________________________________ Grade ___________ Building ________________________________ Teacher(s) ___________________________ The following factors have been considered on this date: ___________________

_____ Current Grades _____ Student Mobility _____Attendance History (# of Absences this School Year ____)

_____ Work Habits _________Achievement Test_____Behavior Concerns Results Other Factors:__________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Team Intervention Strategies: Intervention Period: __/__/__ to __/__/__ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Student Responsibilities: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent Responsibilities: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________ ___________________ ____________________

Signature Signature Signature ___________________ ___________________ _____________________

Signature Signature Signature Next Scheduled Meeting: ______________________________________ At the end of the intervention period, the team makes the following recommendation(s):

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Signature Signature Signature ___________________ __________________ _______________________

Signature Signature Signature C: Parent Cumulative Folder

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ELEMENTARY STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN FOR _____________SCHOOL YEAR (School Year)

Student Name ____________________________ Current Grade __________________ Building _____________________________ Teacher(s) ______________________________

EDUCATIONAL PLAN

Academic Strengths/Weaknesses of Student: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Social Strengths/Weaknesses of Student: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Teaching Strategies That Have Been Successful With Student: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Student Learning Style Preferences: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Other Recommendations for Academic Success: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________ _____________________ _________________________ Signature Date Signature Date Signature Date ________________________ _____________________ _________________________ Signature Date Signature Date Signature Date C: Parent Cumulative Folder

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PROCESS FOR STUDENT RETENTION REGULATION (MIDDLE SCHOOL)

In accordance with the policy of the Board of Education, the following regulations for middle school student retention will be used in Muskogee Public Schools. Each middle school course is worth ½ unit per semester. All courses have equal worth. Students who do not achieve the appropriate number of units to promote at the end of the school year may be retained in the present grade. Units needed to promote to the next grade level are listed below.

Grade Level Full Units to Promote Half Units to Promote

Seventh 5 of 7 10 of 14

Eighth 5 of 7 10 of 14

Students will be retained when such action can be justified. Serious consideration should be given to the following factors:

A. Number of years retained. B. Chronological age. C. Scholastic achievement. D. Cognitive ability E. Developmental and social maturity.

No later than the end of the third nine-week period, parents will be informed in writing if their child’s performance is not progressing adequately and retention is a possibility. At this time the principal, classroom teachers, counselor, and parent will hold a conference to review relevant factors and design appropriate intervention strategies to be implemented to assist the student in academic success. The student and parent will be informed concerning what needs to be done for the student to promote to the next grade (See IKG - R2, Pg. 3 of 4). Following the implementation of intervention strategies, if the student is still performing below-age appropriate peers and/or is receiving failing grades in core subjects such as math, reading, writing, language, science, social studies, a recommendation may be made for the student to attend summer school or be retained in the present grade (See IKG - R2, Pg. 3 of 4).

IKG - R2 (Pg 2 of 4) The decision to retain a student will be made by the classroom teachers (a vote of the team), the principal, counselor, and other professional personnel having pertinent information about the student (exploratory teachers, etc.). If the final decision is made to retain the student, a conference will be held during the final two weeks of the school year (prior to the last day of school) with the principal, classroom teachers, counselor, and parent. At the final conference, plans will be prepared and shared with the parent consisting of changes in the student’s educational program for the next school year which is designed to facilitate the student’s academic success. (See IKG - R2, Pg. 4 of 4). All team meetings will be documented and placed in the student’s cumulative folder.

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ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE CONFERENCE MEETING - MIDDLE SCHOOL

Student Name ______________________________________ Grade ________________ Building _______________________________ Teacher(s) _________________________ The following factors have been considered on this date: ___________________

_______ Current Grades _ ____Student Mobility __ ___Attendance History (# of Absences this School Year ______) _______ Work Habits_____Achievement Test Results _____Behavior Concerns Other Factors:_______________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Team Intervention Strategies: Intervention Period: __/__/__ to __/__/__ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Student Responsibilities: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent Responsibilities: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________ ___________________ ____________________

Signature Signature Signature ___________________ ___________________ ____________________

Signature Signature Signature Next Scheduled Meeting: ______________________________________ At the end of the intervention period, the team makes the following recommendation(s):

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___________________ ___________________ _______________ Signature Signature Signature ___________________ ___________________ _______________

Signature Signature Signature C: Parent Cumulative Folder

IKG - R2 (Pg 4 of 4) MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN

FOR _____________SCHOOL YEAR

Student Name ______________________________ Current Grade __________________ Building _____________________________ Teacher(s) __________________________

EDUCATIONAL PLAN

Academic Strengths/Weaknesses of Student: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Social Strengths/Weaknesses of Student: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Teaching Strategies That Have Been Successful With Student: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Student Learning Style Preferences: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Other Recommendations for Academic Success: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________ __________________ ____________________ Signature Date Signature Date Signature Date _____________________ ____________________ ___________________ Signature Date Signature Date Signature Date C: Parent Cumulative Folder

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PROCESS FOR STUDENT RETENTION REGULATION (HIGH SCHOOL)

Muskogee High School uses Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior classifications. The 7 period day allows students to earn 7credits per year. Seniors must have 24 of 28 possible credits to graduate. Credits needed for classification of grade levels are as follows: Seniors 18 of 21 possible credits Juniors 12 of 14 possible credits Sophomores 6 of 7 possible credits After each term, parents will be notified in writing of the possibility of no reclassification due to lack of credits. Students who do not meet credit requirements will remain in their current classification. Reclassification is done after the second term and after summer school. Only juniors who have enough credits to be seniors after Term 1 and who have enough credits in Term 2 to graduate in May will be reclassified during January. Revised: April 13, 1999 Revised: August 19, 2014

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PETS OR ANIMALS For safety reasons, children or teachers may not bring animals to school. If a parent or staff member wants to bring an animal to school, you must first have the permission of the Building Principal and Superintendent or designee. The animal should be brought to school just before the presentation and then taken home when it is finished. The animal must be maintained in a case or container approved for transportation of said animal, which prevents the animal from interacting with students or staff. The cage or container must be in direct site of instructional leader at all times while on school property. At no time shall a pet or animal be brought on school property, which has the potential for infectious or poisonous bite. This policy is due to the following concerns: Some diseases are transmissible between animals and humans (zoo noses). Such diseases may be caused by viruses, mycoplasmas, bacteria, fungi, protozoans, parasitic worms, or parasitic arthropods. Many animals act as vectors for such diseases which may be transmitted to (and from) humans during direct contact such as through bites or cuts, or indirect contact such as through inhalation, ingestion, or from infected litter. The risk of infection is directly related to the health and species of the animal and its correct management and handling. Allergic reactions can arise as a result of contact with or being in the presence of living organisms or material of living origin. Some people are hypersensitive to certain chemical substances, which may be of living or non-living origin. These allergic reactions may be recognized by a reddening and possible swelling of the skin after dermal contact or by an increased flow of secretions in the nose and to the eyes and possible respiratory distress. Extreme reaction may lead to severe shock. Approved: August 13, 2002

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SERVICE ANIMALS Purpose The purpose of this policy is to establish procedures for the use of service animals in the district, including school buildings, school vehicles and other school property. Policy The district acknowledges its responsibility to permit students and/or adults with disabilities to be accompanied by a service animal in its facilities and programs and intends to comply with all state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding the use of service animals by district employees and students with disabilities. Definitions “Service animal” is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as any service dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability. The work or tasks performed by a service animal must be directly related to the individual’s disability. Service animal is limited to the animals defined under the ADA and does not include any other species of animal, wild or domestic, trained or untrained. Service animal does not include an animal used or relied upon for crime deterrence, emotional support, well-being, comfort, or companionship. “Employee” is defined as a person who is employed by the district on a part or full-time basis, with or without compensation, and elected or appointed members of the district’s board of education. “Student” means a child who is currently enrolled at the district, and includes the parents and guardians of a child who is (a) under the age of 18, or (b) otherwise unable to manage their own affairs. Procedures/Requirements The use of service animals by employees and students with disabilities is subject to the following procedures and requirements:

A. The employee or student will submit a notification of the intent to use a service

animal to the district's director of special services (for students) or assistant superintendent of personnel and support services (for adults). The notification will identify whether the service animal is required because of the person’s disability, and, if so, identify and describe the manner in which the service animal will meet the individual’s particular need(s).

B. Notifications for the use of service animals on district property will, whenever

possible, be made at least one week prior to the proposed use of the service animal.

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C. As part of the district’s consideration of the use of a service animal, the district

may require certification of proper vaccinations verified by a veterinarian. D. The district’s review of use of a service animal may include consideration of a

student’s IEP or Section 504 records. The district may also request a meeting with the employee or student.

E. The use of a service animal on district property may be subject to a plan that

introduces the service animal to the school environment, any appropriate training for staff and students regarding interaction with the service animal, and other activities or conditions deemed necessary by the district. The district’s approval of the use of a service animal on district property is subject to periodic review, revision, or revocation by district administration.

F. Service animals will wear proper identification and will always be on a leash or

other form of restraint mechanism. It is the responsibility of the employee or student who uses a service animal pursuant to this policy to serve as the handler or arrange for a third party handler to provide proper handling of the service animal. Any cost incurred to handle the service animal will be the responsibility of the employee or student who uses the service animal.

G. Service animals will be allowed in district vehicles when:

1. The inclusion of the service animal is documented as required on district transportation forms; and

2. The service animal is under the control of the handler at all times, including entering and exiting the vehicle.

H. The responsibility for the care and supervision of the service animal rests solely

on the employee or student. The district is not responsible for providing any staff member to walk the service animal or provide any other care or assistance to the animal. Issues related to the care and supervision of service animals will be addressed on a case-by-case basis in the discretion of the building administrator.

I. Pursuant to federal law, the district retains discretion to exclude or remove a

service animal from district property and transportation if:

1. The service animal is out of control and/or the service animal’s handler does not effectively control the service animal’s behavior;

2. The service animal is not housebroken; 3. The service animal poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others

that cannot be eliminated by reasonable modifications; or, 4. Permitting the service animal would fundamentally alter the nature of the

service, program, or activity.

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Liability The employee or student will be responsible for any damage to district or personal property and any injuries to individuals caused by the service animal. The employee or student who uses a service animal on district property will hold the district harmless and indemnify the district from any such damages. Visitors Any visitor requiring the accompaniment of a service animal for purposes of this policy is welcome in all areas of district facilities and programs that are open to the public (except in situations determined to apply under item I. in the Procedures/Requirements section, above). Appeals and Grievances Any person dissatisfied with a decision concerning a service animal can file a grievance, using the district's grievance procedures. Requirements for Service Animals Vaccination: Service animals must be immunized against diseases common to that type of animal. [Okla. Admin. Code 310:599-3-9.1] All vaccinations must be current. Dogs must wear a rabies vaccination tag. Licensing: The State of Oklahoma requires all dogs to be licensed by the time they reach four months of age. [Okla. Admin. Code 310:599-3.9.1] Owner ID and Other Tags: Dogs may be required to wear a current dog license and rabies-vaccination tag, unless the dog is permanently and uniquely identified with a microchip implant or tattoo. Leash: Service animals must be on a leash or tether at all times, unless impracticable or unfeasible due to the disability of the employee or student. Collar: A service dog used by a person who is deaf or hard-of-hearing must wear an orange identifying collar. [Okla. Stat. tit. 7, § 19.1(C)] Under Control: The owner/handler of a service animal must be in full control of the animal at all times. The care and supervision of a service animal is solely the responsibility of owner/handler. Cleanup Rule: The handler of the service animal, whether it be the employee, student or a third party, must clean up after the animal defecates or urinates, as well as follow any municipal ordinance applicable thereto. Grooming: All service animals must be treated for, and kept free of, fleas and ticks. All service animals must be kept clean and groomed to avoid shedding and dander. APPROVED: February 17, 2015

INH (1 of 1) INH NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND “PARENT RIGHT TO KNOW” The Muskogee Public Schools shall provide to the parents of any child upon request and in a timely manner, the following information regarding the professional qualifications of the student’s classroom teachers, including, at a minimum, the following:

1. Whether the teacher has met State qualifications and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction.

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

3. The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree.

4. Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

Accordingly, the information listed above must only be provided to parents who request the information. Each site of the Muskogee Public School District must notify parents that they have the right to request the information.

1. Information on the level of achievement of the parent’s child in each of the State academic assessments.

2. Timely notice that the parent’s child has been assigned, or has been taught for four (4) or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not highly qualified.

Approved: 5-24-05

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DISTRICT WIDE PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT (Parents’ Bill of Rights)

The board supports parents’ efforts to be involved in the district’s education programs. This policy outlines the district’s efforts to educate parents and support parent involvement in response to the 2014 Parents’ Bill of Rights. Parents have the right be involved in their minor child’s education, including directing that education. Parents are encouraged to exercise their rights in conjunction with district guidance so as not to inadvertently impede their minor child’s compliance with federal and state mandated requirements – including requirements related to graduation. Parents also have the right to review school records related to their minor child. Parents generally have the right to consent prior to an audio or video recording being made of their minor child. This right does not preempt the district’s right to make recordings (without specific parental approval) related to:

▪ safety, general order and discipline ▪ academic or extracurricular activities ▪ classroom instruction ▪ security/surveillance of the buildings or grounds ▪ photo ID cards

Parents have the right to receive prompt notice if their minor child is believed to be the victim of a crime perpetrated by someone other than the parent, unless law enforcement or DHS officials have determined that parental notification would impede the related investigation. These notice provisions do not apply to matters which involve routine misconduct typically addressed through student discipline procedures. School personnel will not attempt to encourage or coerce a child to withhold information from parents. 1. The district will promote parent participation at the site level with the goal of improving

parent and teacher cooperation in areas such as homework, attendance and discipline. This will be accomplished through activities such as:

▪ Parent teacher conferences ▪ Back to school / meet the teacher nights ▪ District sponsored webpages with class information available to parents ▪ School newsletters

2. The district will inform parents about their children’s course of study by disseminating

this information:

▪ During annual enrollment ▪ In student handbooks ▪ On the district’s webpage

Parents may review learning materials affecting their minor children’s course of study,

including supplemental materials, by making a request through the building principal.

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3. Parents who object to a learning material or activity may withdraw their minor child from

the class or program in which the material is used. In order to withdraw a student, the parent must submit a written request, signed and dated by a parent, to the building principal. Parents who choose to withdraw their minor child from a required class are responsible for making alternate arrangements for the child to earn credit for the class.

4. The district does not offer sex education programs at this time, but in the event future

classes are offered parents who object to their minor child participating in the district’s sex education program must submit a written notice, signed and dated by a parent, to the principal in order for their child to be excused from participation. Students who are not participating in the district’s sex education program will be permitted to study in the school library or office during sex education instruction.

5. If a teacher is going to provide instruction or presentations regarding sexuality in a

course apart from formal sex education, the teacher will send written notice home to parents two (2) weeks in advance of the presentation. Parents who object to their minor child’s participation in such instruction may send a written request to the building principal to have the student excused from the presentation. Any such student will be permitted to study in the school library or office during the presentation.

6. Parents may learn about the nature and purpose of clubs and activities which are part of

the school curriculum by reviewing student handbooks and the district’s website. The district’s extracurricular clubs and activities are also published in student handbooks, the district’s policy manual.

7. Parents have numerous rights and decision making responsibilities concerning their

minor children. To assist parents in meeting these responsibilities and to fulfill its obligations under the 2014 Parent Bill of Rights, the district has compiled the following information for parents:

A. The district does not currently provide sex education to students. If sex

education is offered in the future, parents may opt their student out of the district’s sponsored sex education program by following the procedures established in item 4 above.

B. Parents who are not residents of the district may enroll their minor children in the

district’s schools in accordance with the district’s open transfer policy. A copy of that policy is available in the superintendent’s office.

C. The district utilizes a number of resources to educate students. Parents who

object to an assignment based on sex, morality or religion may opt their minor child out of the assignment by following the procedures established in item 3 above.

D. Students are generally required to receive a predetermined set of immunizations

prior to enrolling in school and to receive additional boosters throughout enrollment in the district. This requirement may be waived if the parent submits a

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note from the minor child’s physician stating that the child should be excused

from the immunization for health reasons or if the parent submits a note objecting to the immunization of the child.

E. Students are required to meet certain obligations in order to be promoted to a

subsequent grade, particularly with regard to learning to read. Parents can learn about these requirements – including efforts the district will take in order to help students become successful readers – by reviewing the district’s policies on Reading Sufficiency Act testing, and student promotion. Copies of these policies are available in the superintendent’s office.

F. Students are required to meet certain obligations in order to graduate from high

school. Parents can learn about these requirements each year during course enrollment. This information is also available in student handbooks and on the Oklahoma State Department of Education’s website (www.ok.gov/sde/).

G. The district provides AIDS education for students in grades 7 and 10. Parents

may opt their minor student out of this education by submitting a written request, signed and dated by a parent, to the building principal. Students who are not participating in the district’s AIDS education program will be permitted to study in the school library or office during the scheduled instruction.

H. Parents have the right to review student test results related to their minor

student. Parents may review the results of classroom exams by contacting their child’s teacher. Parents may review the results of state-wide testing by contacting their child’s building principal.

I. Qualifying students have the right to participate in the district’s gifted and talented

program in accordance with the district’s policy regarding the program. A copy of the policy is available through the superintendent’s office.

J. Parents have the right to review teachers’ manuals, films, tapes or other

supplementary instructional material if the materials are being used in connection with a research or experimentation program or project. In order to review these materials, the parent should contact the building principal.

K. Parents have the right to receive a school report card. Information regarding

these report cards will be provided through school publications, but a copy of the actual report card is available in the superintendent’s office.

L. Students are required to attend school regularly, and the district is required to

notify parents of any student absence unless the parent has already contacted the school to report the absence. The district will send a written notice to parents if their minor student appears to be in danger of exceeding the maximum allowable number of absences and will notify the district attorney and the parent if a child may be considered truant. Parents may contact the child’s principal for additional information regarding student absences.

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M. Parents have the right to review the district’s courses of study and textbooks.

Arrangements for this review can be made through the building principal. N. Students may be excused from school for religious purposes provided the parent

contacts the building principal to request such an absence. O. Parents have the right to review all district policies, including parental

involvement policies. Copies of these policies are available through the superintendent’s office.

P. Parents have the right to participate in parent-teacher organizations. Information

regarding these groups will be made available during activities such as enrollment, schedule pickups and back to school night. Parents who wish to have additional information regarding these groups can obtain more detail through the principal’s office.

Q. Parents may opt out of selected district level data collection related to state

longitudinal student data system reporting. Parents may not opt out of necessary and essential record collecting. Parents may file an opt out request through the superintendent’s office.

Parents requesting information outlined in this policy should submit written requests for information through the building principal or superintendent’s office, as noted in the respective section. Appropriate school personnel will either make the information available or provide a written explanation of why the information is being withheld within ten (10) days of the request. Any parent whose request is denied or who does not receive a response within fifteen (15) days may submit a written request for the information to the board of education. The board will include an item on its next public meeting agenda (or the following meeting, if time does not permit inclusion of the item on the agenda) to allow the board to formally consider the parent’s request. OKLA. STAT. tit. 25 § 2001 APPROVED: February 17, 2015