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STUDENT HANDBOOK 2015 - 16

ELIZABETHTOWN INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

T.K. STONE MIDDLE SCHOOL 323 Morningside Drive

(270) 769-6343

Jennifer Burnham, Principal Joe Nepi, Assistant Principal

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HANDBOOK ......................................... 3 PARENT-SCHOOL LEARNING COMPACT.......................................4 ELECTRONIC ACCESS/INDIVIDUAL USE AGREEMENT ............ 5 PARENT PORTAL AGREEMENTS…………………………………. 6 WELCOME TO T.K. STONE MIDDLE SCHOOL .............................. 7 PROGRAMS

Master Schedule .............................................................................. 8 Extra-Curricular Activities & Athletes Drug Testing Policy .......... 8 Student Support Programs ............................................................... 8

SERVICES

Guidance Counseling ...................................................................... 8 PTO and Volunteer Opportunities ……………………………….11

POLICIES

Emergencies ................................................................................... 9 Grading and Report Card Procedures ...............................................9 Attendance, Tardy, and Reporting Absences ......................... 10 - 11 Dress Code Policy ......................................................................... 12 Cell Phone Policy .......................................................................... 13 T.K. Stone Discipline Policy ................................................... 14 -17Student Drop-off / Pick-up Responsibilities ................................. 18 Crisis Management Plan ................................................................ 18 School Bus Conduct & Bus Safety Codes .............................. 19 - 20

APPENDIX Notification to Parents of Teacher Qualifications ......................... 21 Calendar ......................................................................................... 22

Policies and Procedures are subject to change due to possible revisions after the printing date of the Student Handbooks in June 2015.

A copy of all current Board of Education Policies and Procedures is available in the Superintendent’s Office, each school office, or they may be found on the School district website at www.etown.k12.ky.us under District – Board of Education – Links.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HANDBOOK

We, the undersigned, acknowledge receipt of the 2015- 2016 Middle School Handbook of Elizabethtown Independent School District. We, the undersigned, also acknowledge that there may be an occasion during the school year when students in particular grades may be asked to provide information in survey form which will be used for the design of instructional activities. Our signature indicates our permission for such survey to be administered. Student Name : ______________________________________________________________________________________ (Please print) Student Signature: ____________________________________________________________________________________ Date Signed Parent/Guardian Signature: _____________________________________________________________________________ Date Signed E-mail Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________

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T.K. Stone Middle School Parent-School Learning Compact

You are a vital part of your child’s educational program. This is an invitation to be involved in a partnership with your child’s school. Schools are most effective when families and school staff work together to help children succeed. A Learning Compact is an agreement among groups that firmly unifies them. After you read this Compact, please go over the Student Responsibilities with your child. Please sign the Compact in the appropriate places to show your support of your child’s educational program. PARENT/GUARDIAN I want my child to achieve; therefore I will encourage my child by doing the following:

• See that my child attends school regularly and on time • Support school staff in maintaining proper discipline • Support school staff by reviewing my child’s homework and agenda daily • Be an active participant in my child’s learning and encourage reading on a daily basis • Establish and maintain Parent Portal through Infinite Campus

STUDENT It is important that I work to the best of my ability; therefore, I will strive to do the following:

• Attend school regularly • Complete my class work and homework on a daily basis • Be prepared for school each day with supplies and agenda • Work cooperatively with my peers and adults in the school

TEACHER It is important that students achieve; therefore, I will strive to do the following:

• Encourage students and parents by communicating regularly and conducting conferences about student progress and developing a partnership with the families in our school

• Provide high quality instruction in a supportive and non-threatening environment • Provide varied learning opportunities for students to enable them to meet academic expectations and be prepared for

high school • Hold expectations high for all students • Continually work to improve my teaching strategies so I can successfully teach all students • Make myself and my classroom accessible to parents, encouraging them to visit the school, observe different classes, and

speak with various staff members.

PRINCIPAL It is important that I support this compact for parent involvement, therefore, I will strive to do the following:

• Provide an environment that allows for positive communication between the teacher, parent and student • Encourage teachers to regularly provide assignments that are relevant, interesting and will reinforce classroom

instruction • Provide informational meeting for parents on topics based upon parent input and requests

_____________________________________ _______________________________________ Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature _____________________________________ _______________________________________ PAWS Teacher Signature Principal Signature

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CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION 08.2323 AP.21

Electronic Access/Individual Use Agreement

User’s Name ______________________________ ______________________ _______________________ Last Name First Name Middle Initial User’s Address ________________________________________ _______________ ________________ City State Zip Code User’s Age ____ Date of Birth _________ Sex ____ Phone Number __________ School ____________

If applicable, User’s Grade _______________ Homeroom/Classroom __________________________________

Please check if you are a student certified employee classified employee member of the community.

As a user of the Elizabethtown Independent School District’s computer network, I hereby agree to comply with the District’s Internet and electronic mail rules and to communicate over the network in a responsible manner while abiding by all relevant laws and restrictions. I further understand that violation of the regulations is unethical and may constitute a criminal offense. Should I commit any violation, my access privileges may be revoked and school disciplinary action and/or legal action may be taken. User’s Name (Please print) __________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________ ____________________ User’s Signature Date

PRIOR TO THE STUDENT’S BEING GRANTED INDEPENDENT ACCESS PRIVILEGES, THE FOLLOWING SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR STUDENTS UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE:

As the parent or legal guardian of the student (under 18) signing above, I grant permission for my child to access networked computer services such as electronic mail and the Internet. I understand that this access is designed for educational purposes; however, I also recognize that some materials on the Internet may be objectionable, and I accept responsibility for guidance of Internet use by setting and conveying standards for my child to follow when selecting, sharing, researching, or exploring electronic information and media. CONSENT FOR USE By signing this form, you hereby accept and agree that your child’s rights to use the electronic resources provided by the District and/or the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in District policy/procedure. Please also be advised that data stored in relation to such services is managed by the District pursuant to policy 08.2323 and accompanying procedures. You also understand that the e-mail address provided to your child can also be used to access other electronic services or technologies that may or may not be sponsored by the District, which provide features such as online storage, online communications and collaborations, and instant messaging. Use of those services is subject to either standard consumer terms of use or a standard consent model. Data stored in those systems, where applicable, may be managed pursuant to the agreement between KDE and designated service providers or between the end user and the service provider. Before your child can use online services, he/she must accept the service agreement and, in certain cases, obtain your consent.

Name of Parent/Guardian (Please print) ____________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________ __________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

Daytime Phone Number: _____________________ Evening Phone Number: ______________________

NOTE: FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES THE DISTRICT TO MONITOR ONLINE ACTIVITIES OF MINORS.

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CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION 08.2323 AP.21 (Continued)

Parent Portal User Agreement

I have read and understand the Elizabethtown Independent School (EIS) District Acceptable Use Policy (Access to Electronic Media, 08.2323). I agree to abide by the guidelines of this policy.

PARENTAL PORTALS • Users shall act in a responsible, legal and ethical manner. • Users shall keep Parent Portal passwords confidential and shall not allow others, including children, to access their account.

(Note - Users should not set any computer to automatically login to the Parent Portal.) • Users shall not attempt to access data or any account owned by another user. • Users shall not attempt to harm, destroy, or alter data. • Users shall not use the Parent Portal for any illegal activity, including violation of data privacy laws. Anyone found in violation

of these laws may be subject to civil and/or criminal prosecution. • Users who identify a security problem with the Parent Portal shall notify the District’s Central Office immediately without

demonstrating the problem to anyone else.

GENERAL • I am responsible for any expenses I incur or damages I inflict while using the telecommunications assets. • Intentional violation of these rules will result in loss of network privileges as well as other possible disciplinary or legal action. • District administrators have the right to log all traffic on the network and Internet and access any information stored on district

electronic property. • Schools may elect to use blocking and/or tracking software on computers; however, the responsibility for adherence to these

guidelines rests solely with the user. • This agreement is legally binding and must be filed with the School Technology Coordinator prior to the user receiving network

access.

PARENT/GUARDIAN’S WHO PLAN TO ACCESS THE DISTRICT’S PARENT PORTAL MUST SIGN BELOW BEFORE BEING GRANTED ACCESS. ________________________________________ Print Parent/Guardian Name

_______________________________________________ ___________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date

________________________________________ Email Address

Review/Revised:6/18/12

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WELCOME TO T.K. STONE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Dear Students, Parents, and Faculty Members: Welcome to T.K. Stone Middle School. We are very excited about the upcoming school year and are glad you will be a part of it. We hope you had a restful, enjoyable, and pleasant summer. This handbook will be a useful tool and will help you be successful here at T.K. Stone Middle School. It contains very important information regarding the goals, expectations, and policies of T.K. Stone Middle School. Although all policies and procedures cannot be addressed, it is intended to be as informative as possible. We hope that you will take time to review and become familiar with the contents of this handbook within the first few days of school. The Elizabethtown Independent School System takes great pride in the achievements that have been accomplished by the students who have passed through our halls, and we will embrace the future achievements that our present students will accomplish. This is truly the essence of our Mission Statement, “Building on a Tradition of Excellence.” We hope that you will also take pride in all the great opportunities we will offer at T.K. Stone Middle School. One of the great traditions that have been passed down from one class to the other is the feeling of Panther Pride. Here at T.K. Stone Middle School we have built on that concept and created our guidelines for success. The following guidelines are posted throughout the building and serve as a reminder of what it takes to be successful at T.K. Stone Middle School.

PANTHER PRIDE GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS

Promote Positivity

Accept Responsibility

Work Hard

Show Respect

We wish each of you the very best this school year. Please feel free to call upon any of the TKS staff whenever we can help.

We look forward to working with each of you as we strive to make T.K. Stone Middle School an outstanding place for learning. Have a great year!

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MASTER SCHEDULE

Morning Meeting 7:50 – 7:55 1st period 8:00 – 8:51 2nd period 8:55 – 9:46 3rd period 9:50 – 10:41 4th period 10:45 – 11:36 5th period 11:40 – 1:05 - Students will eat lunch during 5th period 6th period 1:09 – 2:00 7th period 2:04 – 2:55

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES The school offers a range of extra-curricular programs for students.

Athletics: Middle school - football, boys’ basketball, girls’ basketball, girls’ volleyball, baseball and cheerleading. Sixth, seventh, and eighth students can tryout for some spring and fall sports affiliated with EHS such as cross country, track, swimming, tennis, golf, soccer, girls’ softball or baseball.

Students interested in participating in sports must try out in order to become a part of a team. Students must have a sports physical to try out and participate in any sport. A one time per year $50.00 athletic fee is assessed for all students participated in T.K. Stone Middle School Athletics.

Clubs: Junior Beta Club, Drama Club, Pep Club, Academic Team, Media Production, LEGO League, FCA (Fellowship of Christian Students), Energy Club, KUNA (KY United Nations), Math Counts, Yearbook, Y Club, Flag Corp, Clean Team.

DRUG TESTING OF ATHLETES All students, grades 6-12, wishing to participate in interscholastic athletics, together with the parents or guardians, shall sign a

form consenting to drug testing of the student athlete. A copy of Policy 09.313 detailing the specifics of how, when and who will be tested is available in the principal’s office.

SPORTS PHYSCIALS

All students, grades 6-8, wishing to participate in middle school athletics must have a completed sports physical form prior to

participation. The forms needed are located in the school office. A copy of the completed physical will be kept on file in the office for those athletes who make the team. Any student who does not make the team will need to pick up their physical after tryouts or they will be discarded by the coaching staff. It is also recommended for parents to keep a copy of any physical on file at home for future reference if needed. Physical are valid one year from the date of completion.

STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS

T.K. Stone provides several student support services both academic and emotional. Extended school services, homework lunch, before and after school tutoring as well as Friday School are all services designed to assist students in their academic endeavors. These services are arranged by the school principal in consultation with the student’s classroom teachers. Small group and individual counseling are also available. The school counselor works in partnership with the parents for students needing this additional emotional support.

GUIDANCE COUNSELING

The certified guidance counselor serves all students in the school. The counselor helps students set realistic goals, make

short and long-range plans based on evaluation of alternatives, and address expressed concerns about school, home, or social adjustment. The counselor also works closely with teachers and interested parents or guardians in assessing the student’s needs and in planning a program to meet those needs. Questions concerning guidance counseling should be directed to the counselor, Karen Appelman at 769-6343.

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LOCKERS Each student is provided a locker with a lock. Lockers are to be locked at all times. Students are responsible for any items

they place in their lockers. Students should not share lockers with other students as this leads to lost and/or stolen items.

BUILDING ENTRANCE

For the safety of our students the school’s main lobby doors will be locked from 7:50 a.m. until 2:55 p.m. each day. Parents, guardians, and visitors must enter the building through the school office entrance and sign in with the office personal.

MEDICINE

If a student is on prescription medicine that must be taken during the school day per doctor’s orders, the medicine must be

left in the office. The parent/guardian must complete a Medicine Permission Form for the office records. The prescription medicine should be taken during the student’s lunch time to avoid disruption of class time and the learning process.

Any student on non-prescription medicine must also leave medicine in the office and a Medicine Permission form completed. Students are not permitted to keep prescription or non-prescription medicine in the locker, purse, pocket, book bag, etc. Under no circumstances is a student permitted to give any type of medicine to other students.

SCHOOL PROPERTY

Students must return school property when due. Examples are textbooks and media center materials. Students must pay

for school property they lose or damage. Students who do not pay for missing and/or damaged materials may lose privileges such as attending school functions such as field day, etc.

EMERGENCIES

When the school must be closed, opened later than usual or dismissed early, a radio announcement will be broadcast. On weekday mornings during bad weather, local radio stations and local TV stations will receive closure notices prior to 6 a.m. A One Call will also be made to the homes of the students to inform the parents of any delays or closures. To keep phone lines open, please do not call the station, the school, or school officials’ homes. No announcement will be made when the school is operating on schedule except to announce the re-opening of school following an extended closure because of emergency conditions. Note: We are Elizabethtown Independent Schools, not Hardin County Schools. When a student gets seriously ill or injured at school, the parent or guardian will be called as soon as possible. If there is a family emergency, the parent or guardian should contact the principal’s office to make arrangements for the student to leave school.

GRADE REPORTING

A Grade Report evaluating the student’s performance in each subject will be sent home every nine weeks

At the midterm of each grading period a Progress Report will be issued to each student. Grades are posted on Infinite Campus on a regular basis. Parents are encouraged to utilize this tool to monitor their student’s progress.

Parents/guardians are encouraged to contact teachers whenever questions arise regarding the child’s progress, to establish a working relationship, and/or for home study suggestions. To arrange a conference with the child’s teachers, please call the school office at 769-6343.

LETTER SCORE RANGE PERFORMANCE

A+ 100 - 99 Excellent A 98 - 97 Excellent A- 96 - 95 Excellent B+ 94 - 93 Above Average B 92 - 90 Above Average B- 89 - 88 Above Average C+ 87 - 86 Average C 85 - 79 Average C- 78 - 77 Average D+ 76 - 75 Below Average D 74 - 72 Below Average D- 71 - 70 Below Average F 69 - 00 Failing

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ATTENDANCE AND TARDY POLICES

Attendance is a student-parent/guardian responsibility. The progress of a student depends upon the punctuality and regularity of attendance. Therefore, unless prevented by sickness, accident, or other unavoidable causes, a student is required to attend classes every time they are scheduled. Statement of Policies and Procedures

1. It is the parent/guardian's responsibility to keep up with causes for student absences. 2. When a student must be absent from school, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to

contact the school before 8:30 a.m. on the day of the absence and report why the student is absent. The primary purpose for calling is to make the school aware that the parent/guardian is aware the student is not in school. The telephone call alone does not mean the student will receive an excused absence. In order for an absence to be considered excused, it needs to meet one of the following criteria - student illness (doctor's note required after the eighth absence), family emergencies (administrator must be notified), death or severe illness in student's immediate family, religious holidays and practices, court appearances, driver's license exam, college day (seniors only), prearranged absences approved by principal, or other valid reasons as determined by the principal. Examples of unexcused absences are truancy, working, missed ride, missed or suspended from bus, overslept, and out-of-town. If the parent/guardian does not call the school, the student will receive an unexcused absence.

3. After the sixth (6th) absence (whether previous absences have been excused or unexcused) all subsequent absences for a student will be unexcused unless the child presents a doctor’s note and/or appropriate legal documentation.

The school calendar is published early enough that we encourage parents/guardians not to remove students during school or school days preceding vacation. Students cannot be excused to leave early on vacation (such as Fall Break, Christmas, Spring Break, etc.). Parents/guardians also need to be aware of the dates that mark the end of each nine-week grading period, for these are test days. Also, if a parent/guardian must remove a student for a vacation on school days, a written request from the parent/guardian must be submitted to the principal one week prior to the vacation. Excused absences will occur only if a written request has been submitted and approved by the principal.

The Classroom teacher will keep accurate daily attendance record assignments. The classroom teacher should record all absences and tardies daily unless otherwise instructed by the school principal. All reports concerning attendance policy will be completed and forwarded to the principal’s office.

Truancy

KRS 159:150 states that any child who has been absent from school without valid excuses for three (3) or more days or tardy three (3) or more days is considered truant. Habitual truancy is when a student is reported as a truant (2) or more times.

Truancy Diversion Program

1. Students who have been deemed as “truant” may also be enrolled in the schools truancy diversion program. This program has been developed in concert with the Hardin County Family Court to help truant students stay out of the court system and get them into the classroom on a regular basis as well as help them to be successful while in the classroom.

2. The program is headed by the assistant principal, Graduation Assistance Coordinator, a family Court judge, as well as a Court Designated Worker.

3. The student and their family every Friday with the individuals listed above in order to help the student maintain regular attendance and succeed in the school environment.

4. If a student does not respond to the program then the school may decide to file truancy with the Hardin County Court.

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T.K. Stone Tardy Policy

Students who enter the building after the beginning of the school day (7:50 a.m.) must report to the office to sign in and receive a class admit slip. If the student is to miss the first portion of the day for a legitimate reason, the parent/guardian must call the school by 8:30 to receive an excused tardy. Consequences for unexcused Tardy: This procedure will apply to any student with an unexcused tardy to school, per semester. An excused tardy constitutes legitimate reasons for being late, such as sickness, doctor’s appointment, and funerals. Violators of this policy will have the following consequences: 4th TARDY: Student will be referred to Graduation Assistance Coordinator. 5th TARDY: Student will be assigned a detention and letter sent home from Graduation Assistance Coordinator. 6th TARDY: Student will be assigned a ½ day of ISS and a follow up home visit from Graduation Assistance Coordinator. 7th Tardy: The student will be referred to the Director of Student Services to address the specific student’s truancy problem.

The student will also be referred to Truancy Diversion Program which entails weekly meeting with a Court Designated Worker and Judge. The student will be given multiple days of ISS and eventually possible suspension from school. Continued tardiness to school may lead to a court hearing for truancy.

PTO The T. K. Stone Middle School has an active PTO that works to benefit the students. For information telephone the

principal (270) 769-6343.

SBDM The School Based Decision Making Council meets each month to review the educational programs, student achievement and policies. All meetings are open to the public. A draft agenda is posted 24 hours before the meeting. Minutes of the meetings are posted on the school web page.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers assist teachers and students in the school. A volunteer may serve as a helper to a teacher, an aide to students, a clerical assistant, a chaperone, or a health services coordinator. Contact the principal concerning volunteer opportunities (270) 769-6343. Anyone interested in volunteering will need to fill out a School Volunteer Records Check form, which is available in the T.K. Stone Office.

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TK Stone Dress Code

A dress code policy cannot be written to address every situation presented. This policy is not intended to be an exclusive list of permitted or prohibited items of dress. If a student's dress and appearance is, in the opinion of school authorities, inappropriate for our school environment, the student will be instructed to correct the problem before attending class. The following are the guidelines for TK Stone school attire: All clothing is to be free of holes, tears and fraying and may not promote drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, violence, gangs or vulgarity. All students must wear shirts and tops with sleeves. Bare midriffs, sheer or see through clothing, bare backs, and off the shoulder tops as well as tank tops, jerseys and shirts with cutout sleeves are not allowed. Tops revealing cleavage or undergarments are not permitted. Shorts, skirts, and dresses are to be knee length or longer. Shorts and pants should be worn at the waistline (no sagging) Legging and jeggins that have a zipper, button or snap closures may be worn to school only with a shirt, top or sweater that covers the hips and extends down to mid-thigh. Earrings may be worn, but other facial or body piercings are not allowed. Sweat pants, wind suits and athletic pants/shorts may be worn only on special days designated by the school. Headwear (hats) may be worn during the school day only on special days designated by the school. All coats worn to school must be placed in the student’s locker at the beginning of the school day. Wristlets may be worn in school, however purses and backpacks are not allowed in the classroom and are to be placed in the student’s locker. Individual expression by hairstyle and color should not be disruptive to the educational process. Hair should be a normal color (blonde, brunette, red or black). Hairstyles should be maintained by what the staff feels is clean and a non-disruptive style. If a teacher feels that a clothing style is in violation of the dress code or substantially disruptive to the education process, the teacher will follow the procedures outlined under T.K. Stone’s discipline policies. This will involve having the student alter the style or call the parents for a change of clothing. The right to wear particular types of clothing may be taken away from students who violate the dress policy. Our dress code is based upon common sense and reason. If you are in doubt concerning what may or may not be worn to school, ask your teacher, the counselor, or the principal, they will be glad to help.

Adopted/Amended 4-14-14

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TK Stone Cell Phone Policy

• Cell phones may be permitted at school and on school property. • Cell phones must turned off and remain in a student’s pocket, purse, locker or backpack from the time they enter until the

time they exit the school building except when authorized by a teachers or administrator.. • Except as mentioned above, any cell phone seen between the times noted above will be confiscated by a school or district

staff member. • Any cell phone that rings, vibrates, buzzes, or creates any disturbance will be confiscated by a school or district staff

member. • Texting or use of cell phone may also have consequences listed under Level I infractions in the Discipline Policy.

Whenever a student’s cell phone is confiscated, the following actions will occur: 1st Incident

The student’s cell phone will be given to school administration and will be returned at the end of that school day. The student’s parent will be contacted by phone, letter, or e-mail. The incident will be entered into the student’s discipline file and a warning will be issued.

2nd Incident The student’s cell phone will be given to school administration and it will be held for one school week (five school days). The parent will be contacted and the cell phone may be picked up by the student’s parent or legal guardian after the five school days. The incident will be entered into the student’s discipline file and the student will receive an after school detention.

3rd Incident The student’s cell phone will be given to school administration and it will be held for two school weeks (10 school days). The parent will be contacted and the cell phone may be picked up by the student’s parent or legal guardian after the end of the 10 day period. The incident will be entered into the student’s discipline file and the student will receive 1 day of a Choices Room Assignment.

4th Incident The student’s cell phone will be given to school administration and it will be held for the remainder of the school year. The parent will be contacted and the cell phone may be picked up by the student’s parent or legal guardian after the end of the year. The incident will be entered into the student’s discipline file and the student will receive 2 days of a Choices Room Assignment.

Every subsequent incident will be treated the same as the 4th incident.

Additional Notes • Every incident will be entered into the student’s discipline file. • Anyone loaning a phone that gets confiscated is taking the chance that the phone will be held by the administration for a

period of time. Example: If student A loans a cell phone to student B and Student B gets the cell phone taken away as his/her third

offense, Student A’s cell phone will be held for the remainder of the semester and Student B will serve 2 days of ISS. • If a student refuses to relinquish the cell phone to a school or district staff member, the parent will be contacted and possible

suspension will occur. • The staff of T.K. Stone Middle School is not responsible for cell phones that are brought to and/or confiscated at the school.

Adopted/Amended: July 2014

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T. K. Stone Discipline Policy

Positive Behavior Matrix

School-Wide Expectations

Classroom Hallways Extracurricular/ Athletic

Cafeteria Restrooms Arrival/ Dismissal

Assembly Field Trips

P Promote Positivity

Listen to others.

Stay with flow. Appropriate positive language.

Support TKS-no negativity toward visitors. Cheer for your team.

Respect others personal space, belongings, lunch and food. Be gracious.

Appreciate restroom privileges

Have a good attitude.

Show appropriate appreciation Use appropriate voice/tone and level.

Represent TKStone with pride.

A Accept Responsibility

Arrive and time. Be prepared. Remain on task.

Move quietly. Keep hallways clean. Use assigned locker and keep locked.

Assemble responsibly. Clean up your own area.

Clean up your own area. Inside voices.

GO FLUSH WASH LEAVE

Arrive on time. Follow school rules from arrival to dismissal.

Accept responsibility for taking care of the facility.

Stay in groups. School rules still apply.

W Work Hard

Complete assignments on time. Do you own work.

Always give your best effort.

Set a good example at all times.

Plan restroom breaks at appropriate times to avoid missing instruction.

Use before and after school time wisely. Do not pack up until bell rings.

Listen carefully to presenters.

Stay on task by listening and participating. No sleeping.

S Show Respect

Collaborate respectfully Follow directions

Avoid PDA Observe personal space.

Good sportsmanship.

Use good table manners.

Keep facility clean. Observe personal space.

Use appropriate voice/tone/level and word choice.

Sit up straight and no sleeping. Enter quietly and remain attentive.

Listen to guides and chaperones.

Positive Behavior Rewards Students who do not have any office referrals, detentions, or truancy issues for a nine week grading period are permitted to participate in the TK Stone Level I Behavior Rewards. Students participate in dances, swimming, outside activities, etc depending on the type of reward that is chosen. Students who have one or fewer detentions as well as no office referrals or truancy issues for a nine week grading period are eligible for Level II Rewards. These rewards can include various activities as well food items (free ice cream at lunch, etc.)

Problem Behavior Observed

Is the Behavior

Major? Minor

Behavior Major

Behavior

MAJOR INCIDENT

Arson, Bullying, Cheating/Lying, Defiance Drugs, Fighting, Harassment, Indecent Exposure Leaving Campus, Physical Aggression (high level)

Profanity, Property Damage, Sexual Behavior Skipping Class, Technology Violation, Theft

Tobacco, Weapons, other dangerous activity

MINOR INCIDENT Dress Code Violation

Failure to follow Restroom Guidelines Horse Play, Running in Halls

Inappropriate language (minor) Lack of Materials or Incomplete Task

Sleeping, Talking, Out of Seat (Disruptive) Tardiness

Other

1st Classroom Intervention

(student conference, re-teaching,

corrective behavior)

3rd Classroom Intervention (Detention Hall

Assigned)

4th Classroom Intervention in 1

month time frame

(Office Referral)

Student Referred to Office

Interventions and Consequences Determined by Administration

(Contact with Parent)

Administration will follow TKS procedures. Copy of referral to referring teachers, parent

copies filed

Additional Support • Guidance Counselor • School Psychologist • Intervention Specialist • Graduation Assistant

No Yes

Write Referral with Documentation of

Interventions

2nd Classroom Intervention

(Parent Contact by teacher and

continuation of above interventions)

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CODE OF ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE

LEVELS OF

MISCONDUCT EXAMPLES DISCIPLINARY RESPONSE PROCEDURES RESPONSE OPTIONS

I. Minor misbehavior on the part of the student which impedes orderly classroom procedures or interferes with the orderly operation of the school. These misbehaviors can usually be handled by an individual staff member but sometimes require the intervention of other school support personnel.

Classroom disturbance Classroom tardiness Abusive language Non-defiant failure to complete

assignments or carry out directions

Dress code violation Telecommunication device

violation

There is immediate intervention by the staff member who is supervising the student or who observes the misbehavior. Repeated misbehavior requires a parent/teacher conference, conference with the counselor or administrator or both. A proper and accurate record of the offenses and disciplinary action is maintained by the staff member

Verbal reprimand Special assignment Behavioral contract Counseling Withdrawal of

privileges Strict supervised study Detention Temporary removal

from class Temporary

confiscation of telecommunication device

II. Misbehavior whose frequency or seriousness tends to disrupt the learning climate of the school. These infractions, which usually result from the continuation of LEVEL I misbehaviors, require the intervention of personnel on the administrative level because the execution of LEVEL I disciplinary options has failed to correct the situation. Also included in this level are misbehaviors which do not represent a direct threat to the health and safety of others but whose educational consequences are serious enough to require corrective action on the part of administrative personnel.

Continuation of unmodified LEVEL I misbehavior

School tardiness Truancy Possession or use of tobacco on

school grounds or school property.

Using forged notes or excuses. Disruptive classroom behavior Cutting class Willful disobedience Abusive language Sexual Harassment Leaving school grounds Harassment Intimidation Bullying Cyber bullying

The student is referred to the administrator for appropriate disciplinary action. The administrator meets with the student or teacher or both and affects the most appropriate response. The teacher is informed of the administrator’s action. The administrator maintains a proper and accurate record of the offense and the disciplinary action. A parental conference is held Prior to student suspension, the principal or assistant principal will administer due process procedures.

Teacher or schedule change

Saturday School Detention Counseling Alternative Instruction Suspension Expulsion

III. Acts directed against persons or property but whose consequences do not seriously endanger the health or safety of others in the school. These infractions, which usually result from the continuation of LEVEL II misbehaviors, require the intervention of personnel on the administrative level because the execution of LEVEL II disciplinary options has failed to correct the situation. These acts might be considered criminal but most frequently can be handled by the disciplinary mechanism in the school. Corrective measures, which the school should undertake, however, depend on the extent of the school’s resources for remediating the situation in the best interests of all students.

Unmodified LEVEL II misconducts

Fighting Vandalism (minor) Furnishing or selling or

possessing or using unauthorized substances

Stealing Threats to others Sexual Harassment

The administrator initiates disciplinary action by investigating the infraction and conferring with staff on the extent of the consequences. The administrators meet with the student and confer with the parent/guardian about the student’s misconduct and the resulting disciplinary action. The administrator maintains a proper and accurate record of offenses and disciplinary actions. Prior to student suspension, the principal or assistant principal will administer due process procedures.

Temporary removal from class

Alternative Instruction Suspension Expulsion Saturday School Report behavior to law

enforcement agencies as required by law

IV. Acts which result in violence to another’s person or property or which pose a direct threat to the safety of others in the school. These infractions, which usually result from the continuation of LEVEL III misbehaviors, require the intervention of personnel on the administrative level because the execution of LEVEL III disciplinary options has failed to correct the situation. These acts are clearly criminal and are so serious that they always require administrative actions which result in the immediate removal of the student from school, the intervention of law enforcement authorities and action by the board of education.

Unmodified LEVEL III misconducts

Extortion Bomb threat Possession or use or transfer of

dangerous weapons Assault or battery Vandalism Theft or possession or sale of

stolen property Arson Furnishing or selling or

possessing or using unauthorized substances

Sexual Harassment

The administrator verifies the offense, confers with the staff person(s) involved and meets with student. The student is immediately removed from the school environment. Parents are notified. School officials contact law enforcement agency and assist in prosecuting the offender. Prior to student suspension, the principal or assistant principal will administer due process procedures. A complete and accurate report is submitted to the superintendent for possible board action. The student is given a full due process hearing before the board, if expulsion is recommended

Alternative Instruction Suspension Expulsion Report behavior to law

enforcement agencies as required by law

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Search and Seizure A school official may make reasonable searches and seizures of students and property if there exists a reasonable suspicion

that school policies or rules have been or are being broken. The search or seizure is reasonable if it bears a rational relationship to a legitimate educational interest.

The principal or his/her designee may employ the use of a drug dog for routine inspections of the school physical plant including student lockers and student vehicles.

Detention As an alternative disciplinary method, detentions will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. until 3:45 p.m. Students will receive a detention notice prior to the date of serving detention. Additionally, the school will also contact parents via a “one call” message to remind parents that their student has detention. A parent/guardian signature is required, this constitutes parent/guardian notification; therefore, students will not be permitted to phone when detention is concluded Failure to not have parent/guardian signature will result in another day of detention. Detention will not be held on the day before or after a school holiday or scheduled dismissal. In-School Suspension: Purpose: In School Suspension provides a disciplinary alternative other than suspension from school by modifying student behavior and providing a disciplinary action that does not stop the learning process. Procedure: Students will be assigned to In School Suspension by the building level principal or assistant principal. Additional days may be assigned under the discretion of the building level principal/assistant principal. Classroom teachers will provide assignments for students. In School Suspension will run from 7:55 a.m. – 2:55 p.m. As a result of absences, additional day(s) may be assigned. Students are ineligible to participate in any extracurricular activities on days that they have In School Suspension. Examples of Offenses:

Offenses that could cause a student to be assigned to the Choices Room include, but are not limited to, the following: • Missing or being sent home from Saturday School • Classroom disruption • Insubordination • Fighting • Truancy • Disrespect to students or staff • Lack of effort • Violations according to the school handbook

Friday School The purpose of Friday School is to allow students an opportunity to make up missed classroom work that they have not completed. Friday School is assigned to students by their classroom teachers. Friday School is not a voluntary program and once assigned, students are required to attend. Friday School is located in one of the T.K. Stone classrooms and is monitored by a T.K. Stone teacher. Friday School sessions are held on each Friday of the school year and are in session from the times of 2:55-5:00 PM. If a student is assigned to Friday School then they are required to stay for the entire session. Students are to be picked up at the front of the school at 5:00 PM. The following are valid reasons for absence from Friday School: a) Family death or emergency. b) Illness verified by doctor. c) Other absences, approved in advance, by school officials.

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The following are unexcused reasons for absence: a) Not having transportation. b) Weather. Refusal to serve the Friday School assigned, or misconduct during Friday School, can result in a choices room assignment, suspension from school, or a Saturday School assignment. Whenever a student misses a Friday School assignment then they may also be required to serve the next available Friday in order to make up the missed day. Saturday School Saturday School is held from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. as designated by the administration. Students may be assigned Saturday School as a consequence for discipline situations. Transportation to and from Saturday School is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Failure to attend Saturday School will be addressed by the administration.

Behavior at School Functions Students participating in or observing extra-curricular activities on campus or off school property are subject to the same discipline procedures as during the school day. In addition to KRS 158.150 and the Student Discipline Policy, the Elizabethtown Board of Education adopts the following. • Students are not to be disruptive or interfere in any way with the orderly conduct of athletic events or any other school function

on campus or off school property. • No student is to use vocal or written racial slurs, obscene, profane or abusive language, signs or vulgar gestures at athletic events

or any school function on campus or off school property.

Student Pick-up / Drop-off Responsibilities • Student Drop-offs and pick-ups are to be in the front of the school building only. • Buses are the only vehicles allowed in the back of the building. • It is against federal regulations to drop students off in Bus Zones. • In the one-way circle area, obey the 5 MPH speed limit. • Watch for other vehicles and children. • Park in the right lane. • Exit a vehicle from the building side. • Drive out of the circle in the left lane. • Student pick up is allowed in the circle area only • Students are to cross the street with the crossing guard.

CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN

For schools to be effective they must operate within safe and orderly environment. A small but important part of that

condition includes being prepared in case of an emergency.

A comprehensive plan has been developed for use during emergencies that includes a plan for each school in our district. The plan includes checklists with lines of succession. Emergency assignments are clearly designated.

This crisis procedure will be reviewed and, if needed, revised annually. The Elizabethtown Independent Schools sincerely appreciate the valuable assistance and input of the local fire and police departments during the development of our crisis management plan.

Each school in our district will have a crisis management team, headed by the building principal. The primary function of the management team is to coordinate the activities that will be generated as the school identifies the present emergency situation.

Should a situation occur requiring students to be removed from the T. K. Campus, they will be taken to Elizabethtown Christian Academy. Parents will be directed to the Pritchard Community Center for bulletins and updates. Please do not come to the school. Once all students have been accounted for and with permission from the Elizabethtown Police Department, they will be released to their parent/guardian.

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School Bus Conduct and Rules

Bus transportation to and from school is a privilege. For the sake of safety the school requires good behavior from students who ride the bus. The bus driver refers discipline problems to the principal. Students who break the rules may temporarily or permanently lose the privilege of riding the bus. If a child loses this privilege the parents or guardian is responsible for transporting the child to and from school. Rules 1. The Student must ride the bus to which he or she is assigned.

a. The bus will run only on public roads. b. The bus will pick up and deliver the student to the same stop every day. c. The bus will transport only authorized persons. d. A request for a change in the bus stop or for permission to ride the bus must be submitted to the principal who will issue a “bus pass” which the student will submit to the bus driver.

2. The student shall wait at the assigned bus stop until the driver stops the bus, opens the door, and signals the student to board.

a. The parent or guardian is responsible for the child’s safety while going to and from the bus stop. b. The student must be present at the stop when the bus is scheduled to arrive. c. While waiting for the bus, the child must stand off the roadway, not in the road.

3. The student must obey the bus driver promptly at all times. 4. After boarding the bus, the student shall take a seat without disturbing others.

a. Students shall sit three in a wide seat, if necessary, and shall not stand when seating is available. b. The student may be assigned a seat by the driver to maintain order, to resolve a discipline problem, or to permit easy evacuation of the bus, if required.

5. The student must behave on the bus. He or she must not:

a. Distract the driver from the road; b. Shout, make loud noises or use foul language; c. Track mud onto the bus; d. Push, shove or fight; e. Possess weapons, explosives, or other dangerous objects; f. Transport pets or wildlife; g. Throw objects or litter; h. Eat, drink, or smoke; i. Tamper with bus controls, equipment or accessories; j. Block the bus door or obstruct the aisle; k. Occupy more than one seat space; l. Open or close a window without the driver’s permission; m. Interfere when the driver is disciplining another student.

6. When the bus is moving, the student shall keep arms, legs and head inside the windows. 7. The student shall remain seated until the bus has come to a complete stop. Then the student may change seats with the permission of the driver or exit the bus. 8. In the afternoon, the bus will leave school only when students are seated and quiet. 9. The student who damages a bus shall be subject to disciplinary action by the principal. The parent or guardians must pay for any damage before the student is allowed back on the bus.

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BUS SAFETY CODE OF ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR AND DISCIPLINE

LEVELS OF MISCONDUCT

EXPECTED

BEHAVIORS

DISCIPLINARY RESPONSE

PROCEDURES

RESPONSE OPTIONS

Level 1

Staying seated Talk at a reasonable

level Keep hands to self No littering

Driver intervention Investigate infraction Meet with student Confer with parent/guardian Record offense/action

Verbal warning Special seat

assignment Withdrawal of

privileges Special assignment Detention

Level 2

No profanity No abusive language No bullying No blocking the aisles No tobacco products No throwing things

inside the bus or out the window

Keep all body parts inside the bus

Share the seating space Follow driver’s

instructions

Investigate infraction Meet with student Administer discipline Confer with parent/guardian Record offense/action

Detention Saturday School Bus suspension School suspension

Level 3

No fighting No tampering with bus

equipment No sexual harassment No stealing No usage of tobacco

products, matches, or lighters

Investigate infraction Meet with student Confer with parent/guardian Record offense/action Submit to superintendent

Saturday School Bus suspension School suspension Removal from bus Law agency notified Alternative placement Expulsion

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Elizabethtown Independent Schools

Notification to Parents of Teacher Qualifications—Compliance

with P.L. 107-110, Section 1111(h)(6)(A) TO: Parents/Guardians of Elizabethtown Independent Schools Students FROM: Superintendent, Elizabethtown Independent Schools DATE: 2015-2016 School Year SUBJECT: Notification to Parents of Teacher Qualifications—Compliance with

P.L. 107-110, Section 1111(h)(6)(A)

The Federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires school districts that receive federal Title I funding to notify parents of their right to know the professional qualifications of the classroom teachers who instruct their child. As a recipient of these funds, Elizabethtown Independent Schools will provide you with this information in a timely manner if you request it. Specifically, you have the right to request the following information about each of your child’s classroom teachers.

• Whether the teacher meets the state qualifications and licensing criteria for the grades and subjects he or she teaches. • Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or provisional status because of special circumstances. • The teacher’s college major, whether the teacher has any advanced degrees, and the field of discipline of the certification or

degree. • Whether paraprofessionals provide services to your child and, if so, their qualifications.

Elizabethtown Independent Schools is committed to providing quality instruction for all students and does so by employing the most qualified individuals to teach and support each student in the classroom. If you would like to receive any of the information list above for your child’s teacher, please contact Cora Wood, Director of Personnel, at 765-6146.

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ELIZABETHTOWN INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS CALENDAR for 2015-2016

July 29, Wednesday Professional Development for Teachers July 30, Thursday Professional Development for Teachers August 4, Tuesday Opening Day for Teachers August 5, Wednesday First Day for Students – FULL DAY OF INSTRUCTION August 13, Thursday First day of PreSchool September 3, Thursday Midway of first grading period (22 days) September 7, Monday Labor Day Holiday - SCHOOL DISMISSED September 8, Tuesday Professional Development Day for Teachers – STUDENTS DISMISSED September 9, Wednesday Progress Reports distributed (based on 08/05/15 –09/03/15) October 5 - 9, Monday - Friday Fall Break - SCHOOL DISMISSED October 12, Monday Planning Day for Teachers – STUDENTS DISMISSED October 14, Wednesday End of first grading period (43 days) October 21, Wednesday Report Card Day – First Grading Period November 2, Monday SCHOOL DISMISSED November 3, Tuesday SCHOOL DISMISSED November 16, Monday Midway of second grading period (21 days) November 18, Wednesday Progress Reports distributed (based on 10/15/15 – 11/16/15) November 25, Wednesday Thanksgiving Break - SCHOOL DISMISSED November 26, Thursday Thanksgiving Holiday - SCHOOL DISMISSED November 27, Friday Thanksgiving Break - SCHOOL DISMISSED December 18, Friday End of First Semester (85 days); end of second grading period (42 days) December 21 – 31; Jan 1 Christmas/New Year Break - SCHOOL DISMISSED January 4, Monday Professional Development for Teachers – STUDENTS DISMISSED January 5, Tuesday School reconvenes – Second Semester begins January 11, Monday Report Card Day – Second Grading Period/First Semester January 18, Monday Martin Luther King Day Holiday - SCHOOL DISMISSED February 4, Thursday Midway of third grading period (22 days) February 9, Tuesday Progress Reports distributed (based on 01/05/16 –02/09/16) February 12, Friday Planning Day for Teachers – STUDENTS DISMISSED February 15, Monday Presidents’ Day Holiday – SCHOOL DISMISSED March 10, Thursday End of third grading period (45 days) March 16, Wednesday Report Card Day – Third Grading Period March 25, Friday Planning Day for Teachers – Power Pact Day – STUDENTS DISMISSED April 4 - 8, Monday - Friday Spring Break/KEA – SCHOOL DISMISSED April 19, Tuesday Midway of fourth grading period (22 days) April 21, Thursday Progress Reports distributed (based on 03/14/16 – 04/19/16) May 11, Wednesday *PreSchool Last Day (in session for 130 days) May 17, Tuesday SCHOOL DISMISSED (Primary Elections) May 20, Friday *Last Day for Students – FULL DAY OF INSTRUCTION;

Report Card day for students in grades K - 08 May 23, Monday *Closing Day for Teachers May 24 – June 6 SCHOOL DISMISSED UNLESS USED AS MAKE UP DAYS IF MISS FOR WEATHER

Dates are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Dates of Progress Reports and Report Cards are subject to change due to printing and/or technology issues.

• Only if make-up days are not needed to meet state requirements