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Wyandotte Elementary 2021-2022 Student Handbook
Transcript of Wyandotte Elementary School
Wyandotte Elementary
2021-2022
Student Handbook
WYANDOTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2 Glenwood Street Morgan City, LA 70380
Principal Tammilee M. Kelly
School Telephones: Office 985-384-0724 Fax 985-384-1590
St. Mary Parish School Board Office 337-836-9661 St. Mary Parish School Board Materials Office 985-384-1250 St. Mary Parish Office of Special Services 337-828-1767
Wyandotte Elementary Website: www.stmaryk12.net/wyandotte
Aim high, every student, every day.
Principal’s Message
Dear Wyandotte Elementary Family, As principal of Wyandotte Elementary School, it is my pleasure to welcome everyone back for another fantastic school year. We are excited to have students back in our classrooms and hallways filling them with energy and enthusiasm. It is our mission to help every child feel welcomed and a part of our family. Additionally, we strive to challenge each student to grow in his or her academic abilities. We have wonderful teachers who spend hours planning and creating classroom activities and lessons to engage our students in learning. They use research-based best practices and strategies and analyze academic data to determine our students’ skill levels to set goals for growth and improvement. We believe that all our students can learn, and we work hard to ensure that. We also believe that we cannot do that alone. You, as the parent or guardian, are vital to this task. We utilize our school website, ClassDOJO, monthly newsletters, parent Facebook page, and JTexts to ensure you have school information at your fingertips. It is important that you monitor these forms of communication to know what is happening with your child and the school and see opportunities for more parental involvement. Please keep our office updated with any phone number or address changes so that we can ensure that you continue to receive any important information in a timely manner. I encourage you to review the information in this handbook with your child and make sure that together, you fully understand these policies and expectations. My door is always open. I am here to help facilitate your child’s learning and our community connection. Should you have a concern, complaint, or suggestion please email me at [email protected] or call the school office at 985-384-0724 to make an appointment. My hope is to build relationships that help us guide our students to greatness in and out of the classroom. Ready to work, Mrs. Tammilee Kelly, Principal
Contents
WYANDOTTE ELEMENTARY PBIS EXPECTATIONS ................................................................................................... 7
SCHEDULE .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
MISSION STATEMENT ............................................................................................................................................ 8
PHILOSOPHY .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
VISION STATEMENT ............................................................................................................................................... 8
VISITOR PROTOCOL AND COVID ............................................................................................................................ 8
ROSTER OF PERSONNEL ....................................................................................................................................... 11
CALENDAR OF EVENTS ......................................................................................................................................... 12
180-DAY SCHOOL CALENDAR ............................................................................................................................... 13
PLANNED DRESS DAYS AND FUNDRAISERS .......................................................................................................... 14
WYANDOTTE CAFETERIA ...................................................................................................................................... 16
EXPECTATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
STUDENT INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................................... 17
COVID-19 DISCLAIMER ......................................................................................................................................... 18
GUIDELINES FOR MASKS ...................................................................................................................................... 18
ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL POLICY ................................................................................................................................ 19
ARRIVAL .................................................................................................................................................................... 19 DISMISSAL – NON-COVID PROCEDURES .......................................................................................................................... 19
BUS EXPECTATIONS ............................................................................................................................................. 20
VISITORS .............................................................................................................................................................. 21
CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT ................................................................................................................................... 21
MESSAGES TO STUDENTS .................................................................................................................................... 21
HOMELESS INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................... 21
ENGLISH LANGUAGE (EL) INFORMATION ............................................................................................................. 22
ATTENDANCE ....................................................................................................................................................... 22
ATTENDANCE NOTES ................................................................................................................................................... 23 TARDIES .................................................................................................................................................................... 23
AFTERCARE PROGRAM ........................................................................................................................................ 24
REGISTRATION AND FEES .............................................................................................................................................. 24 ADDITIONAL NOTES ..................................................................................................................................................... 24 AFTERCARE SCHEDULE ................................................................................................................................................. 24
STUDENT UNIFORM POLICY ................................................................................................................................. 25
SHIRTS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 25 PANTS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 25 SKIRTS, SKORTS & JUMPERS .......................................................................................................................................... 25 SOCKS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 25 BELTS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 25 SHOES ...................................................................................................................................................................... 25 ADDITIONAL GARMENTS ............................................................................................................................................... 26 ADDITIONAL UNIFORM POLICY ...................................................................................................................................... 26 ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
GROOMING ............................................................................................................................................................... 27 NONCOMPLIANCE PROCEDURES FOR DRESS CODE POLICY ................................................................................................... 27 BOOKBAGS ................................................................................................................................................................ 28
EMERGENCY AND HEALTH INFORMATION ........................................................................................................... 29
HEALTH SERVICES........................................................................................................................................................ 29
CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT ................................................................................................................................ 29
GRADES AND ACADEMICS.................................................................................................................................... 30
REPORT CARDS (STATE GRADING SYSTEM) ...................................................................................................................... 30 PRINCIPAL’S LIST ......................................................................................................................................................... 30 HONOR ROLL ............................................................................................................................................................. 30 KIWANIS TERRIFIC KIDS: 1ST – 5TH GRADE STUDENTS ........................................................................................................... 30 KIWANIS BUGS: 1ST – 5TH GRADE STUDENTS .................................................................................................................... 30 PRINCIPAL’S 100 ........................................................................................................................................................ 30 HOMEWORK .............................................................................................................................................................. 31 TEST PAPERS .............................................................................................................................................................. 31
STUDENT OF THE YEAR ........................................................................................................................................ 31
ACCELERATED READER ......................................................................................................................................... 32
SBLC PROCESS ...................................................................................................................................................... 32
PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS.............................................................................................................................. 32
KINDERGARTEN........................................................................................................................................................... 32 GRADES 1-5 SEMESTER AND FINAL AVERAGES .................................................................................................................. 32 GRADES 1-2 .............................................................................................................................................................. 33 GRADES 3 AND 5 ........................................................................................................................................................ 33 PROMOTION OF STUDENTS IN GRADE 4............................................................................................................................ 34 MAKE UPS (ACADEMIC WORK) ..................................................................................................................................... 35 TESTING DATES .......................................................................................................................................................... 36
AFTER-SCHOOL TUTORING PROGRAM ................................................................................................................. 36
GRADES 3-5 ............................................................................................................................................................ 36 ELA/MATH CLUBS FOR K-2 .......................................................................................................................................... 36
DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES ..................................................................................................................................... 37
CLASSDOJO................................................................................................................................................................ 37 DAILY COMMUNICATION LOG ........................................................................................................................................ 37 MINOR BEHAVIOR REPORT (MDR) – CHART NEXT PAGE ..................................................................................................... 38 MAJOR BEHAVIOR REPORT – CHART NEXT PAGE ................................................................................................................ 38 CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 38 SCHOOLWIDE EXPECTATIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 38 MINOR BEHAVIOR REPORT INCIDENT DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................... 39 MAJOR BEHAVIOR REPORT INCIDENT DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................... 39 DETENTION ................................................................................................................................................................ 41 IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION (ISS) ....................................................................................................................................... 41 DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES OR EXCEPTIONALITIES........................................................................................ 41
PLAYGROUND EXPECTATIONS ............................................................................................................................. 42
BULLYING, HARRASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, AND THREATS ................................................................................. 43
EXPECTATION ............................................................................................................................................................. 43 DISCIPLINARY ACTION .................................................................................................................................................. 43 PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................................... 44
CELEBRATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 44
PRE-K/K CEREMONIES .......................................................................................................................................... 45
5TH GRADE END OF YEAR CEREMONY ................................................................................................................... 45
TITLE I AND PARENT ENGAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 45
PARENT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................... 45 COMMUNICATION WITH PARENTS .................................................................................................................................. 46 PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE DATES............................................................................................................................ 47
CLUBS AND FESTIVITIES ....................................................................................................................................... 48
LOUISIANA CULTURE DAY ............................................................................................................................................. 48 SPRING FEST .............................................................................................................................................................. 48 PAJAMA NIGHT .......................................................................................................................................................... 48 NATIONAL BETA.......................................................................................................................................................... 48 4-H .......................................................................................................................................................................... 48 CLUBS FOR 3RD-5TH GRADE ............................................................................................................................................ 49
OTHER INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................... 50
DRILLS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 50 DROPS FROM SCHOOL.................................................................................................................................................. 50 ELECTRONIC TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES .................................................................................................................... 50 EMERGENCY DISMISSAL AND SCHOOL CLOSURES ............................................................................................................... 50 LOST OR STOLEN ARTICLES ............................................................................................................................................ 50 MARKERS/SHARPIES .................................................................................................................................................... 50 STUDENT SEARCH ........................................................................................................................................................ 50 TOBACCO FREE CAMPUS .............................................................................................................................................. 50 TOYS OR PLAYING EQUIPMENT ...................................................................................................................................... 50
CHAPERONE/VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................................... 51
2021-2022 A COMPACT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS .................................................................................................. 52
WYANDOTTE UNIFORM POLICY ........................................................................................................................... 53
ST. MARY PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM INTERNET AND NETWORK USE AGREEMENT ................................................ 55
WES STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK NOTIFICATION ............................................................................................ 56
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WYANDOTTE WILDCATS…… Born to Read
WYANDOTTE ELEMENTARY PBIS EXPECTATIONS
Prepare for Success
Always Cooperate
Work to Ability
Show Respect
SCHEDULE
7:30 Initial Entry/Breakfast on the Go - classrooms 7:55 First Bell 8:00 Class Begins 3:00 Dismissal (2:55 – 3:20 during COVID)
Important Dates can be found throughout the Student Handbook.
Dates, times, and other information is subject to change.
Instruction begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.
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MISSION STATEMENT
Wyandotte Wildcats work together to develop academic potential and instill leadership qualities that build character in a safe and friendly learning environment.
PHILOSOPHY The administration, faculty, and support staff at Wyandotte Elementary School believes each individual is valuable and that all students are entitled to educational programs that will change and adapt to best practices. The academic instruction is designed with high expectations to assist students in achieving their maximum potential, encouraging them to grow into successful individuals. WES fosters an atmosphere of cooperation and mutual respect among students, administration, faculty, support staff, and community. Through curriculum, effective teaching methods, teachers’ professional growth, and extracurricular activities, our school strives for healthy, physical, emotional, moral, cultural, and social development of each individual.
VISION STATEMENT We, at Wyandotte Elementary School, will provide all students an equal opportunity to gain academic and technological knowledge and develop healthy work habits. Growth opportunities will be afforded to all students by incorporating higher standards and a variety of academic and extracurricular activities. Our purpose is to assist all students in acquiring the skills necessary to become successful life-long learners.
VISITOR PROTOCOL AND COVID
It is important that our parents/guardians and other members of the community visiting our school set the right example for our students and act in a manner that is safe and productive for all stakeholders. Therefore, the following protocols will be followed:
• 3 B’s (no boobs, bellies, or butts showing)
• Check in with the office at the window at the entrance of the school
• Be respectful of instruction time
• Non-disruptive to school
• No use of curse language
During COVID, the following protocols will be enacted:
• You may NOT enter if you are experiencing any symptoms related to COVID – see image next page
• A mask may be worn – it is strongly suggested
• Please use hand sanitizer available before interacting with school staff
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ROSTER OF PERSONNEL Principal Secretary Bookkeeper
Tammilee Kelly Danielle Holt Michelle Fournet
SEL Coach Curriculum Facilitator Interventionists Yvette Pogue Amanda Chase Crystal Knope (P)
? Librarian Nurse Tiffany Hill (P)
Megan Vining Emily Loupe Shantell Kinchen (P)
EL Interventionist NCP Pre-K Speech Maria Mora Jennifer Landry Ann Koen
Alyssa Sampey Gracie Blackburn (P)
Pre-K Kindergarten 1st Grade Monique Ratcliff Debra Hymel Elizabeth B. Bearb
Valerie Bella (P) Amy Kates Ramona Busbice Courtney Percle Chelsye Marcrum Grace Waln Sybil Wiggins (P)
2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade Lisa Hover Christy Thomas Chasity Duval
Alanna Sloane Andree Wiggins May Klein
Jordin Lee
5th Grade Resource/SPED PE Jontea Anslum Brooke Blanco Angie Gallagher Amber Rogers Kim Davis (P) Adam Rhodes
? Kelly Burch Crystal Acosta (P) Adaptive PE
Heather Grattan Josh Montgomery
Sharon Ramirez (P)
Music (Art/Music/Band) Physical Therapy Cafeteria Staff Paula Aucoin Natalie Henning Faye Hartman - Manager
Dawn Daigle Gifted Program Occupational Therapy Stephanie Morrison
Stephanie Blanchard Cheri Blanchard Brenda Preston Diana Wilson
Talented Art Custodial Staff George Blanchard Jenna Gros-Head
Alana Andrus
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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180-DAY SCHOOL CALENDAR
IMPORTANT DATES EVENT
August 6 First Day for Students
August 25 Early Release Teacher In-service (Turn in Sub Plans and Emergency Plans
September 6 Labor Day Holiday
September 13 Progress Reports/Early Release for Conferences
September 30 Early Release Teacher In-service
October 7 End of 1st Nine Weeks
October 8-11 Fall Break
October 12 Teacher In-Service
October 13 Report Cards
November 2 Teacher/Para In-Service
November 11 Progress Reports/Early Release for Conferences
November 22-26 Thanksgiving Break
December 20 Early Release-Holiday
December 20 - January 4 Christmas Holiday
January 5 Teacher & Para In-service
January 6 End of 2nd Nine Weeks and Students Return to School
January 10 Report Cards
January 17 Martin Luther King Day
February 8 Progress Reports/Early Release for Conferences
February 28 – March 4 Mardi Gras Holiday
March 17 End of 3rd Nine Weeks
March 18 Report Cards
April 11 - 18 Easter Holiday
April 19 Students Return to School
April 25- May 25 LEAP Testing Window ...Grades 3-5
April 27 Progress Reports/No Early Release
May 19 Pre-K and K Last Day
May 25 5th Grade Awards Ceremony
May 26 Last Full Day for Students/End of 4th Nine Weeks
May 27 Report Card Day
May 30 Memorial Day
Emergency Days
October 12, 2021 November 2, 2021 January 4, 2022 March 3, 2022 March 4, 2022
Other school-wide events and PAC events will be posted in monthly newsletters, on
ClassDOJO, Peachjar, and the school website at www.stmaryk12.net/wes
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PLANNED DRESS DAYS AND FUNDRAISERS
AUGUST: Fundraiser – August 6-27 – Spirit Wear 6 = Uniform and Spirit Shirt 13 = Uniform and Spirit Shirt 20 = Uniform and Spirit Shirt 27 = Free Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt
SEPTEMBER: Fundraiser – September 3-full year – School Store (online shopping) 3 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 10 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 17 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 21 = Fall Pictures – uniforms only (pictures go in the yearbook) 24 = Free Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt
OCTOBER: (Red Ribbon Week is October 23 – 31)
Fundraiser – October 18-November 5 – Holiday Items for Christmas 1 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 7 = Free Blue Jeans and Fall colored or themed shirt 13 = Free Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt for Report Card Day 15 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 22 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 25 = D.A.R.E to be Against Drugs – wear red shirt with uniform pants 26 = Character Counts Day – Dress as your favorite book character 27 = Bully Free Day – Wear orange shirt and uniform pants – Sign Bully Free Contracts 28 = Team Up Against Drugs – wear your favorite team jersey or team shirt with uniform pants 29 = Domestic Violence Awareness Day – Wear purple shirt or Halloween/Fall colored or themed shirt and free Blue Jeans
NOVEMBER: 5 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 12 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 19 = Free Blue Jeans and Thanksgiving/Fall colored or themed shirt
DECEMBER: Fundraiser – December 6-10 – Penguin Store 3 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 6 = “Ugly Sweater Day” and free Blue Jeans 7 = “Christmas Hat Day” and regular uniform 8 = “Christmas Character Day” – dress as Santa, Frosty, an elf, a snowflake, a reindeer, etc. NOT just a t-shirt. 9 = “Oh Christmas Tree” – dress as a Christmas tree or a present 10 = $1 Blue Jeans and Christmas colored or themed shirt 17 = PAJAMA DAY
JANUARY: Fundraiser – January 10 – 28 – Spirit Wear 7 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt
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10 = Free Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt for Report Card Day 14 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 21 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 28 = Free Jean and Spirit Shirt
FEBRUARY: Fundraiser – February 1-25 (Early Bird Special) – Yearbooks Fundraiser – February 23 – March 10 – Cookie Dough for Easter 1 = Class Pictures – uniforms only 4 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 11 = Free Blue Jeans and Valentine colored or themed shirt 18 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 25 = Free Blue Jeans and Mardi Gras colored or themed shirt
MARCH: (Dr. Seuss Week is March 7-11)
Fundraiser – March 7-10 (regular price) – Yearbooks Fundraiser – March 7-10 – finish Cookie Dough from February 7 = Cat in the Hat Day: Wear a hat with a red shirt and uniform pants 8 = Fox in Socks Day: Wear crazy socks with uniform 9 = Wacky Wednesday: Wear wacky hair with uniform 10 = Green Eggs and Ham: Wear a green shirt with uniform 11 = Cozy up with a Good Book: PAJAMA DAY 18 = Free Jean and Spirit Shirt for Report Card Day – SPRING FEST 25 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt
APRIL: 1 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 5 = Spring Pictures – may wear free dress appropriate for school. Must follow district code on shoes. 8 = Free Blue Jeans and Easter colored or themed shirt – LOUISIANA CULTURE DAY 22 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 29 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt
MAY: 6 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 13 = $1 Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 20 = Free Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt 26 = Free Blue Jeans and Spirit Shirt
NOTES: • Students in Grades 3-5 may wear their current year LEAP Testing Shirts any day of the week once testing begins
April 25th. Any past testing shirts may be worn on Fridays as a spirit shirt.
• Fundraisers help pay for teacher and student celebrations, awards, classroom supplies and materials for students, art supplies, LEAP testing t-shirts, PBIS nine-week awards, and other as needed for classroom and students.
• Blue Jeans – BLUE ONLY, no holes, mock holes, frays, or cut-offs
• Blue Jeans – can include district appropriate length skirt or shorts
• Spirit Shirt – any Wyandotte Elementary shirt – not any other school
DATES AND TYPES OF DRESS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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WYANDOTTE CAFETERIA 2021-22
Menu Prices Eligible Adults (school board
employees)
At cost (visitors & extra meal)
Full Pay Breakfast
$1.50 $2.10
Carry-out Meal* Breakfast
$1.75 (School staff only)
N/A
Full Pay Lunch
$3.00 $4.15
Carry-out Meal* Lunch
$3.25 (School staff only)
N/A
Expectations • Everyone washes hands as they enter the cafeteria.
• Soft drinks and fast foods are not allowed. Food items, such as chips or other food items in branded packaging, should be removed from the original packaging and placed in containers or bags. This pertains to all individuals using the cafeteria.
• Teachers will always sit with and closely supervise their classes while students are eating. Students can socialize at lunch, at the teacher’s discretion. Students can talk, while maintaining a low noise level and consuming their food in a timely manner.
• All students must be finished eating before students are allowed to bring plates to the counter.
• Students are not allowed to bring cafeteria food or drinks (except water) out of the cafeteria.
• Students allergic to specific foods must have a written doctor’s statement not to eat those foods. An alternate food or drink will be offered with appropriate approved documentation.
• The lunch room cafeteria manager oversees the cafeteria. Lunch roomLunchroom technicians are there to serve food and report problems to the manager, teachers, and principal.
• Students are not allowed to share or trade food.
• The cafeteria manager will scan each student’s card. Students should not handle any other students’ cards.
• The cafeteria manager will inspect student lunches to ensure they are in compliance with guidelines. Teachers will help monitor student lunches.
During COVID, the following protocols wll be added to ensure safety. We will:
• Students will wash hands before and after eating
• Serve disposable trays with complete food selection – students will not grab and go as before
• Use disposable utensils
• Eat in classrooms or in the cafeteria socially distanced
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STUDENT INFORMATION All students will be given a pack of beginning school paperwork. It is important that you go through each piece and complete any information needed, and then return necessary forms. Please take a look at the chart below to see what forms require your attention, need to be completed and returned, or require some type of signature.
Form Name Information Only
You can keep this
Please Complete
and Return
Requires Signature
Date Needed
Emergency Information Sheet ✓ 8-13-2021
State of Louisiana Health Information Sheet ✓ 8-13-2021
Attendance Paper ✓ 8-13-2021
Release of Student Information (Consent) ✓ 8-13-2021
Migrant ✓ 8-13-2021
Residency Questionnaire ✓ ✓ 8-13-2021
Guide for Public Schools ✓ You Keep
Guide for Public School - Notification ✓ ✓ 8-13-2021
Louisiana Dept of Ed. Complaint Procedures ✓ You Keep
St. Mary Parish Home Language Survey ✓ 8-13-2021
Parent Notification Compliance with Public… ✓ You Keep
Handbook - Internet ✓ ✓ 8-13-2021
Handbook - Compact ✓ ✓ 8-13-2021
Handbook - Notification ✓ ✓ 8-13-2021
2021-22 Spirit Shirt Order Form ✓ 8-21-2020
Aftercare and Deposit ✓ ✓ ✓ If wanted
LA-Chip Insurance ✓ ✓ ✓ If wanted
Class Rules ✓ You Keep
DOJO Class Information ✓ You Keep
NEW: Technology Fee (Parish Wide Policy) $20 – See page 55 in handbook
✓ Send in
envelope
More items may be added. NOTE: It is important that phone numbers, addresses, and authorized check-out persons for your student be updated in a timely manner. Please contact the school office when changes need to be made. Changes must be in person or in writing. Changes by phone will not be accepted because verification cannot be made for the safety of our students. Thank you for understanding.
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COVID-19 DISCLAIMER In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and for the health of students and staff, we have developed routines and procedures for cleaning and safety. Our guidelines and practices are in line with recommendations from the CDC, Office of Public Health, and St. Mary Parish School Board. Stipulations will be followed closely and effectively as required. In the event of distant learning, Wyandotte faculty and staff will put forth all efforts to ensure learning continues. Due to the pandemic, many things discussed in this handbook, such as clubs, field trips, student events, Chaperone/Volunteer classes, etc. are subject to change based on the recommendations of health officials.
GUIDELINES FOR MASKS Currently, masks are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS. Masks must be worn in an appropriate manner by faculty and students in grades 3-12. Students: Masks are to align with the dress code policy but should not become a discipline issue.
• No logos except those that have the school’s name, mascot, or other logo as approved to promote school spirit. • May be solid in color or appropriate print • No inappropriate statements, pictures, or gestures • Bandanas of any color are not to be utilized as face coverings • Plastic shields are not to be worn by students • While inside the school facility, students in grades prekindergarten through 2 may wear a face covering.
Faculty & Staff All faculty & staff are to wear masks in the presence of students or within 6 feet of others.
• There will be instances where a mask and a face shield are required by faculty & staff such as when working with
students in very close proximity or with bodily fluids.
• Teachers having to teach phonics may wear a shield only so students can see their lips.
• Speech teachers may wear a shield when providing services to students.
Note: This is subject to change pending on the COVID-19 situation and any declarations made by Governor Edwards.
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ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL POLICY
Arrival • Students may arrive at school from 7:30 A.M. to 8:00 A.M. We ask that students do not stand at
the front doors waiting for entrance before that time as we do not have supervision available before 7:30 A.M.
• Our school day begins at 8:00 A.M. Students will be marked tardy at 8:00 A.M.
• A parent/guardian must accompany a late student to the office to sign in.
• Cell phone usage in the school zone is unlawful. Please help us keep our students safe.
• All students entering school will proceed through the Breakfast on the Go line and make their way to their homeroom. Breakfast is served from 7:30 A.M. to 7:50 A.M. Students that arrive after 7:50 should have breakfast at home.
Car Riders - Parents who bring children to school and pick them up are to use the front
entrance of the school. Glenwood Street becomes one-way between 7:30-8:30 A.M. and 2:30-3:30 P.M. Parents may not park in the empty lot and walk their children to school.
Walkers - Parents of children who walk to school should instruct them on how to do so safely.
Children should be urged to walk only on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the street, facing oncoming traffic. Students are to cross at intersections wherever possible. Students need to proceed directly to school or home.
Bus Riders – Any student riding a bus will be dropped off at the side entrance on Roderick St.
Bicycles - Any student riding a bicycle to school must park the bicycle in the bike rack located
near the gym on Glenwood St. When arriving and departing school, students must walk their bicycle while on the campus and on campus sidewalks. The bicycle must be walked directly to the bike rack in the morning. Students reported for riding their bicycle in an unsafe manner or violating a safety rule will be reprimanded. This reprimand could result in the loss of bicycle privileges for an indefinite period of time. Students who bring bicycles to school do so at their own risk. The school is not responsible for stolen bicycles.
Dismissal – Non-Covid Procedures We encourage parents to pick students up from school instead of opting for bus transportation to help us facilitate a more efficient safety protocol. (If possible) As per Governor John Bel Edwards’ state-wide mandate for public transportation – all students riding bus transportation must wear a mask.
• To help us keep our students safe, students may NOT be checked out of school between 2:30-3:00 P.M. Students are in transition during that time and school can become a little chaotic.
• The school day ends at 3:00 P.M.; however, due to COVID restrictions and social distancing measures, students may not be dismissed from class until 3:05-3:10 in order to facilitate a more efficient safety protocol.
• We will begin dismissal procedures at 2:55 P.M with walkers, aftercare and bike riders, followed by bus students, and lastly, car riders.
✓ Car Riders - are picked up in front of school on Glenwood Street. Parents should form a
single line of traffic and proceed to the designated numbered spot. Each vehicle should have the name tag prominently on the front driver side window or hanging from the rear-view mirror while in line. This will help our line to flow quickly and smoothly. Parents/guardians
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should remain in the vehicle and wait on children to be escorted to the vehicle. Cell phone usage is illegal while in the car line on the school campus.
Walkers – Teachers will walk students to either of two locations: vacant lot across from
school on Glenwood or to the sidewalk toward LapCo going east. Teachers will make sure students exit the buildings safely and are either handed off to parents or headed in the right direction on the sidewalks. If it is raining during dismissal, students should have an alternate means of getting home. Someone should be available to pick them up or they should have an umbrella/rain gear. Students without other means to get home, an umbrella/rain gear, or no one available to pick them up will be taken to Aftercare in the school gym.
✓ Bus Riders – Students will sit in designated areas in the school. Once a bus number is called,
students will walk to assigned bus and sit in assigned seat. See Bus Expectations at the end of the Arrival/Dismissal information.
✓ Bicycles – Students riding bicycles home should walk to the bicycle, walk the bicycle off
campus, and proceed to after-school location. In case of rain (particularly thunderstorms), students should have an alternate means of getting home. Someone should be available to pick them up or send them to Aftercare until storms lessen.
• Students still on campus by 3:20 will be sent to Aftercare in the gym. A fee will be charged. Please see page 23 for Aftercare policies.
ALL STUDENTS WHO WALK OR RIDE FROM SCHOOL WITH PARENTS MUST BE OFF CAMPUS BY 3:20 P.M.
BUS EXPECTATIONS Wyandotte Elementary takes the safety of our students very seriously. It is important that parents understand the expectations for students. Any violation of any of the expectations listed may be reason for disciplinary action, suspension, or expulsion. Students should adhere to the following:
• Be at designated stop 10 minutes before/after the published time.
• Obey the driver promptly and respectfully.
• Obey and respect the orders from bus duty personnel
• Help keep the bus clean and sanitary. Anyone purposely damaging, cutting, or breaking school property will be disciplined and required to pay damages before returning to school.
• Avoid causing trouble by teasing, pulling hair, scuffling, or using unfit language. These are causes for suspension from riding the bus.
• Arms and head must be kept inside the bus windows at all times.
• Nothing is to be thrown from the bus through the doors or windows.
• There should be no moving around or changing seats while the bus is in motion. Move to another seat while the bus is stopped ONLY if given permission by the driver.
• Loud talking will not be tolerated. Conversation in normal tones is acceptable.
• Obtain permission from the driver before opening windows when it is cold or raining.
• No student should expect special privileges.
• The middle aisle should not be blocked by students occupying the seat next to the aisle.
• No student will be allowed to ride another bus or be discharged at a different stop without permission from the School Board Office and Bus Driver.
• Only those band instruments, which are on the approved list, may be carried on the bus.
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VISITORS All parents and guests must report to the office upon arrival. We utilize the Raptor Security program. Please have your ID available. While COVID Protocols are in place – only essential personnel and students are allowed in the school building.
CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT Any student arriving to school at 8:00 AM or after will be marked tardy or late to school and should be escorted and sign-in to the office by a parent/guardian. The secretary will issue a return to class slip that the student will give to the teacher. Please see Tardies page 24 for information regarding actions taken. Students may be checked out by parents/guardians or other person(s) listed on the student’s information sheet in the office. If the person picking up the student is not on the information sheet, that person will not be allowed to take the student. No student may be checked out between 2:30-3:00 PM. Parents of students checking in late habitually will be turned over to the Child Welfare office at the school board.
MESSAGES TO STUDENTS Messages to students may be called into the school office or posted in text to the teacher on Class DOJO. Students are not allowed to use the phones unless deemed necessary by office personnel or school administration.
HOMELESS INFORMATION The MCKinney-Vento Act protects the educational rights of children and youth in the following homeless situations:
• Children living in shelters, including domestic violence shelters
• Children living in hotels or motels or weekly-rate apartments.
• Children living in substandard conditions – not fit for human habitations (i.e. no electricity, no heat, no running water, no windows or doors, holes in the roof or floor, no way to cook or store food).
• Abandoned, runaway, throwaway children and youth.
• Two or more families living together in crowded or undesirable conditions (doubling or tripling up because they have no place of their own to live where they can safely and healthfully meet their basic needs in privacy and with dignity).
The law gives children and youth in homeless situations the right to:
• Remain enrolled despite changes in residence.
• Obtain immediate access to school enrollment without proof of residency, immunization or school records. Parents must complete the St. Mary Parish McKinney-Vento Assurance Enrollment Dispute Resolution Policy, which gives them 5 (five) school days to submit required school enrollment documentations.
• Transportation to and from school.
• Enroll in pre-school programs.
• Any and all school services as needed. Forms may be picked up in the school office.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE (EL) INFORMATION Upon registering in the St. Mary Parish School System, all students whose parents have indicated on the Home Language Survey that a language other than English is spoken in the home will be assessed using the English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT). Based on assessment results, parents will be informed in a manner in which they can understand their child’s eligibility for the English as a Second Language Program. The methods of information to parents may include a written letter, a phone conversation through an interpreter, or a home visit if necessary. This information will include:
• Student’s assessment information
• Status of academic achievement
• Methods of instructions to be used in the program
• Specific exit requirements from the program Annually, parents of EL students will be notified of their child’s progress in the language educational program as a result of the ELPT given in the spring.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance is the first step towards academic success. All students are expected to attend all school days and to be on time for classes in order to benefit from the instructional program. If your child is ill, we request you follow the absence procedures. Elementary students are required to attend one hundred sixty-seven (167) days per school year to receive credit in all full credit courses. Notices (letters) are generated through the JCampus system and sent as follows:
• 1st Notice: When a student accumulates three (3) days of unexcused absences, it is required that the parent contact the school administrator for a mandatory conference.
• 2nd Notice: When a student accumulates five (5) days of unexcused absences, it is required that the parent attend a mandatory conference with the school administrator. Your child will be referred to the District Attorney's Early Intervention/TASC Program or FINS Court. The parent shall be fined no more than fifty ($50.00) dollars or perform not less than twenty-five (25) hours of community service.
• 3rd Notice: When a student accumulates eight (8) days of unexcused absences, the student is in danger of failing for the year. The principal shall send a request for assistance letter to the Child Welfare and Attendance Office. Your child will be referred to the District Attorney’s Early Intervention/TASC Program or FINS Court.
• 4th Notice: When a student accumulates ten (10) days of unexcused absences, the next unexcused absence will result in the student failing for the year. Recommendation will be made for a COURT REFERRAL for any days over ten (10) days that are not extenuating circumstances.
The days absent for elementary school students shall include non-exempted excused absences, exempted excused absences, unexcused absences, and suspensions.
A. Non-exempted excused absences are absences incurred due to personal illness or serious illness in the family (documented by acceptable excuses, including a parental note) which are not considered for purposes of truancy, but which are considered when determining whether or
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not a student is eligible to make up work and tests, receive credit for work completed, and receive credit for a course and/or school year completed.
B. Exempted excused absences are absences which are not considered for purposes of truancy and which are not considered when determining whether or not a student is eligible to make up work and tests, receive credit for work completed, and receive credit for a course and/or school year completed.
C. Unexcused absences are any absences not meeting the requirements set forth in the excused absences and extenuating circumstances definitions, including but not limited to absences due to any job (including agriculture and domestic services, even in the student’s own home or for their own parents or tutors) unless it is a part of an approved instructional program. Students shall be given failing grades for those days missed and shall not be given an opportunity to make up work.
D. Suspensions are non-exempted absences for which a student is allowed to make up his/her work and is eligible for consideration for credit provided it is completed satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The absence shall be considered when determining whether or not a student may or may not be promoted but shall not be considered for purposes of truancy. Students absent from school as a result of any suspension shall be counted as absent.
E. Check-outs will count as an absence. In case of extenuating circumstances, parents may appeal to the principal. In order for these checkouts to be documented as excused, proof of appointments must be provided within three (3) days. No messages will be given to students after 2:30. Arrangements should be made before students come to school. No student may be checked out after 2:30 and must be checked out by a parent/guardian or an approved person on the student’s information sheet in the office.
Attendance Notes If your child is absent from school, we ask that you notify the school (985) 384-0724. Parents should send a written doctor’s excuse, funeral notice, or parent note within three (3) days to justify their child’s school absences. Please note that a parent note does not count as an excused absence. COVID: Parents are asked to not send their students to school when sick. All absences must be verified with documentation. Students that have been given fever-reducing medicine within 24 hours of reporting to school should seek medical advice before returning to school. Parents must contact the school nurse in cases of COVID exposure or positivity.
Tardies The following procedure is to ensure the enforcement of tardiness regulations including consequences for the violations in making students accountable for their action.
DEFINITION: A student shall be considered tardy to class if the student is not in the classroom when the bell to begin class ceases. A student shall be considered tardy to school if the student is not in his/her homeroom when the bell to begin homeroom ceases.
• When a student receives three (3) tardies, parents will be notified for a conference.
• When a student receives six (6) tardies, parents will be notified for a conference.
• When a student receives nine (9) tardies, the parents/student will be referred to the Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance. At this time, a disposition will be made by the superintendent or his designee for possible court action against parent and/or student or other disposition. If a hearing is required, the parents, student, principal, and Child Welfare Supervisor shall be present at the hearing.
• All late-arrival students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Students will be marked "absent" from school until a parent or guardian signs the student "IN" for the day.
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AFTERCARE PROGRAM Students who live in the Wyandotte District and attend Wyandotte Elementary School are eligible to attend our Aftercare program. The program operates Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM – 5:20 PM on regular school operating days. Aftercare will be closed when school is dismissed for holidays or parent/teacher conferences and may close without notice based on St. Mary Parish School Board decisions to close school (see Aftercare Schedule below).
Registration and Fees Checks must be made payable to Wyandotte Elementary School. All fees are non-refundable. Payments will only be accepted Monday through Thursday (due to St. Mary Parish School Board accounting policies which state we cannot accept any monies that cannot be deposited on the same day). Registration: $10 per family (one-time cost). Drop-in students are required to pay the registration fee as well. Registration fee and first weekly fee must be paid to enroll the child in the program. Regular Weekly Fee: $25 per week for one child. $12 for each additional child. This is a regular fee and due even if child is absent. If we have a scheduled short week at school, the cost is $5 per day. This fee is payable in advance. Drop-in Fee: $7 per day first child. $5 for each additional child. Drop-ins are not allowed on Friday or the last day before a holiday. This fee is due when child is picked up. DROP-INS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNTIL SEPTEMBER if student numbers allow. Late Pick-up Fee: $5 from 5:20 – 5:30 PM, $1 per minute after 5:30 PM. This fee is due when child is picked up.
Additional Notes • Medication will NOT be administered at Aftercare.
• Partial payments will not be accepted.
• Students with a fee balance will not be able to participate in Aftercare until fees have been paid.
• Parents are responsible for transportation.
• If a child becomes sick, is running a fever, or throwing up, the child will not be able to stay for
Aftercare and must be picked up by an authorized person.
• Please notify the Aftercare workers of any changes in telephone or cell numbers, employment,
emergency contacts, address, etc.
Aftercare Schedule
Disclaimer: Due to COVID-19, additional regulations may be enacted and policies changed.
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STUDENT UNIFORM POLICY
PLEASE PUT STUDENT NAME ON ALL REMOVABLE CLOTHING
Shirts • White or navy blue short or long-sleeved polo “golf” or oxford style shirts.
• Name brand emblems (logos) are not allowed on shirts.
• Shirts must always be tucked in (exception: Pre-K and K students).
• Undershirts must be all white or all navy.
Pants • Khaki-colored uniform pants or shorts and can be pleated or straight fronts.
• Pants/shorts must be the appropriate size for the student. Must fit properly at the waist and must be neither too tight nor too baggy.
• The waist of the pants cannot be worn lower than the hipbone.
• Cargo pants/shorts are not allowed. (large outside pockets on legs)
• Name brand emblems (logos) are allowed on these garments. (Small quarter-sized only and color of fabric)
Skirts, Skorts & Jumpers • Khaki-colored garments can be pleated or straight fronts.
• These garments must be the appropriate size for the students. Must fit properly at the waist and must be neither too tight nor too baggy.
• No external or lower side pockets are allowed.
• Short skirts cannot be wrap around or have splits in front or back.
• Hemlines of shorts, skorts or jumpers cannot exceed two inches above the knee.
• Name brand emblems (logos) are allowed on these garments. (Small quarter-sized only and color of fabric)
Note: Khaki-colored jean/denim style pants/shorts, overalls, corduroys, warm-ups, cargo, capri, leggings and drawstring clothing are not considered to be acceptable uniform style pants.
Socks Students must wear solid white, black, brown, navy blue or khaki/tan socks with no name brand emblems (logos) on them. The same colored tights or stockings may be worn instead to accompany the uniform.
Belts Students must wear a solid khaki, black, navy blue or brown (leather or cloth) belt with the uniform style pants. Standard size buckles are required – not to exceed 2 inches. Belts must always be worn on clothing with belt loops (exception: Pre-K and K students). No other colors, glitter, grommeted, or other kinds of belts.
Shoes Students must wear shoes such as tennis, closed-toe/closed-back casual or dress styles. No CROCS, sandals, thongs, boots*, or other inappropriate footwear are allowed. No heels higher than 1”. Shoes
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must have a complete closed front and back. Shoes requiring laces must always have the laces and be kept tied during the day. * BOOT EXCEPTION: ANKLE BOOTS MAY BE WORN – NOT STEAL TOE
Additional Garments • Sweatshirts: Solid navy blue, white, khaki/tan or school-colored sweatshirts may be worn
over polo or oxford style shirts. No contrasting colors, stripes, etc. will be allowed. Sweatshirts may be solid or be an official school sweatshirt. Sweatshirts must be pullover in nature. Uniform shirt collars must always be visible when wearing the sweatshirt. No hoods are allowed.
• Lightweight Jackets, parkas, or windbreakers: Can be worn in cooler weather
(fall/winter) or when buildings are too cool for students. The garment must be solid navy blue, khaki/tan, white, black, brown, or designated school color. No contrasting colors, stripes, etc. will be allowed. These garments must be free of name brand emblems (logos). Official school mascots/logos may be located on these additional garments. Parkas or other heavy jackets may only be worn outside. Drawstrings must be removed (if any) and hoods must be removed once inside the buildings.
• Face Coverings: Face coverings or masks shall be worn as required by BESE regulations. All
masks shall be solid colors or school appropriate print with no writings, emblems, insignias, or logos except those provided and/or approved by the superintendent or his/her designee.
As per Presidential Order 13998 (effective Feb. 1, 2021), students are required to wear masks on school buses regardless of bus capacity. Notification of changes to this order will be shared with parents and students as available.
Additional Uniform Policy • Students who transfer into St. Mary Parish will be allowed two weeks to purchase uniforms and
comply with the policy. • Clothing must be neat, clean, modest, properly worn and the correct size for the student. Blue
jeans are allowed (when designated by the principal) but must meet the same criteria as the uniform pants. Accessories, book sacks, backpacks book covers, or any other item containing graffiti, or writing/symbols which may be perceived as vulgar, profane, disruptive, gang-related, violent, heavy metal, tobacco or alcohol-related language are not to be worn or brought on the school campus.
• Blue jeans are allowed when designated by the principal. Jeans may not have holes, mock holes, frays, slits, or be cut-offs. Jeans must fit properly at the waist.
• Caps may not be worn at school. EXCEPTION: Caps may be worn in the classroom as an award or celebration designated by the teacher.
• Spirit shirts may be worn with approved pants/shorts, skirts, etc. every Friday BEGINNING AUGUST 27TH and other designated days as determined by the principal.
• The school principal/designee will make final decisions on acceptance of garments within the uniform policy guidelines.
• FIELD TRIPS—Uniform pants/shorts with either uniform shirts or spirit shirts must be worn.
• REPORT CARD DAYS—Students may wear appropriate jeans/spirit shirt. (See jeans expectations above.)
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• Any item containing graffiti or writing/symbols which may be perceived as vulgar, profane, disruptive, gang-related, violent, heavy metal, tobacco or alcohol-related language are not to be worn or brought on the school campus.
Accessories
• Earrings: Only post earrings are allowed. No loop or dangle earrings may be worn as this poses a safety hazard.
• Necklaces: Only thin chained or laced necklaces may be worn. Adornments on necklace must be appropriate for school and not cause a distraction.
• Tattoo stickers, if worn, may not be visible.
• Makeup may not be worn
• Facial rings may not be worn (ie. eyebrow, nose, lip, etc.).
• Hairstyles may not cover the eyes.
Grooming • The St. Mary Parish School Board feels it is the responsibility of each student to use good
judgment in one’s total appearance so that the attention of others is not distracted from the purpose of school. Cleanliness and safety will be a basic consideration.
• Suitability of all rules will be judged and enforced by the school administrators. o School uniforms must be clean and neat. o Haircuts and hairstyles must be neat, clean and presentable. (Hair rollers or "set" is
prohibited.) o Fingernails, haircuts, and hairstyles may be prohibited if they present a danger to the
student’s health and safety or creates classroom or school disorder. o All visible body pierced jewelry except for earrings on the ear shall be prohibited.
Noncompliance Procedures for Dress Code Policy The student dress code shall apply to all students in all schools in St. Mary Parish. The approved disciplinary procedures for all students (Pre-K-12th grade) who are in noncompliance with the mandatory dress code shall be in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. The student dress code policy shall apply to all students in all schools in St. Mary Parish. The following are approved disciplinary procedures for students (Pre-K - 12th grade) who are in noncompliance with the mandatory dress code policy:
• First Offense: A telephone call will be made by the principal or designee to the parent/guardian to concerning the dress code policy. Parent/guardian should also bring appropriate change of clothing to school.
• Second Offense: A telephone call will be made by the principal or designee to the parent/guardian to alert parent that the child is being referred to two (2) hours in the student adjustment center for appropriate disciplinary action as determined by the principal. Parent/guardian should also bring appropriate change of clothing to school and will be required to attend a conference with the principal prior to the student returning to class.
• Third Offense: A telephone call will be made by the principal or designee to the parent/guardian to alert parent that the child is being referred to four (4) hours in the student adjustment center for appropriate disciplinary action as determined by the principal. Parent/guardian should also bring appropriate change of clothing to school and will be required to attend a conference with the principal prior to the student return to class.
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A student enrolled in Grades PreK through 5 shall not be suspended or expelled from school or suspended from riding on any school bus for a uniform violation that is not tied to willful disregard of school policies. A student's clothing must be the appropriate, standard school uniform as determined by the School Board and as interpreted by the principal. The principal shall make the determination regarding the acceptability of a student's uniform dress, accessories, and appearance. PLEASE NOTE: Students who are in continuous noncompliance of the dress code policy will be referred by the school principal to the Child Welfare and Attendance Supervisor. At this time a disposition will be made by the Superintendent or her designee for possible court action against the parent or student.
Bookbags A School Supply List is available in the school office, on ClassDOJO, and online at www.stmaryk12.net/wes. All students in Pre-K-5 will be required to CARRY all school bags. Rolling school bags are not allowed on campus. Students must provide their own school bags.
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EMERGENCY AND HEALTH INFORMATION
Emergency contacts listed on the pupil information sheet will be deemed acceptable to check a student out of school. Any person(s) not listed on the sheet will not be allowed access to the child. It is essential that the records of the school are accurate. You, as parents, know how quickly children become ill or injure themselves. It is imperative that we can contact a parent, relative, or close friend to care for your child. In the case of extreme illness or injury, where parental contact cannot be made, it will be school’s policy to contact Acadian Ambulance Service or take any such action deemed appropriate with parents bearing responsibility for any charges incurred. PLEASE UPDATE PUPIL INFORMATION SHEET AS SOON AS POSSIBLE ANY TIME THERE IS A CHANGE, ESPECIALLY PHONE NUMBER CHANGES.
Health Services It is unlawful for the school to administer medication or for students to take any form of medication without a form completed by the child’s physician and permission signed by the child’s parent. The parent/guardian must meet with the school nurse to complete a Health Plan before medication can be administered. Any medicine to be administered at school must be brought to school by the parent/guardian in the original pharmacy container and prescribed for the child to whom it is to be given. The label must include the child’s name, physician’s name, drug name, dose, directions for administering and date of prescription. Parent/guardian must renew the permission for medication each school year. All prescriptions and medication permission forms expire at the end of the current school year. If proper permission for the medication is not obtained, no school personnel may administer the medicine. This policy includes all prescription and non-prescription medicines needed by a child on a regular or “as needed” basis (i.e.-inhalers for asthma patients).
Children may NOT have any prescription or non-prescription medicine including aspirin, cough drops, eye drops, medicated lip balm, etc. at school. Teachers are under strict orders to pick up any such medicine and send them directly to the office. Parents must come to school to pick up the medicine. In case of the occasional need, a parent may come to school and personally administer medicines as needed. First aid is given in school for pupils injured or sick while attending school. Parents are expected to give information to the school to cover emergency situations and to make transportation available when needed. The school is not responsible for treating injuries that happen at home. Our school nurse is responsible for the maintenance of health-related records, parental contact concerning health concerns, care of minor injuries (when he/she is available) and conducting vision and hearing screenings. Students who are not in compliance with health regulations or have a communicable disease or condition will be removed from school until the condition has been remedied or compliance has been attained. Our nurse is available at various times per week. If problems arise or if parents need to schedule an appointment, they should contact the school office for message forwarding. The process for medication administration is located in the A Guide for St. Mary Parish Public Schools.
CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT Under Louisiana State Law, school employees are MANDATED (required by law) to report all cases of suspected child abuse or neglect. Persons reporting in good faith, suspected child abuse or neglect, are held immune from suits or prosecution because of said report.
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GRADES AND ACADEMICS
Report Cards (State Grading System) Report cards are issued each nine weeks to all students K-5. Students must return the report card envelope signed by his/her parent or guardian to the homeroom teacher each nine weeks. The following grading scale will be used.
The letters S, N and U will be used to designate progress in special subjects in grades 1-5. Preschool students will also receive progress reports. Preschool progress reports will be sent home during the year. All other subjects will use the designated grade letters below. A = 100-93 B = 92-85 C = 84-75 D = 74-67 F = 66-0
Principal’s List Students who achieve a 4.0 average (All A’s) for the 9-week grading period.
Honor Roll Students who earn at least at 3.0 average for the 9-week grading period. A “D, F or U” in areas other than conduct and handwriting disqualifies a student from the honor roll. Conduct grades are not considered in the placement of students on Honor Roll or Principal’s List.
Kiwanis Terrific Kids: 1st – 5th grade students Award for good behavior – 1st, 2nd, and 3rd nine weeks grading period. Teachers choose 2 students per class.
Kiwanis BUGS: 1st – 5th grade students Award for bringing up grades – 2nd and 3rd nine weeks only. Teachers choose 2 students per class.
Principal’s 100 This program is an adaptation of The Principal’s 200 Club (Jenson, Rhode, Evans, & Morgan, 2006). The program is designed as a Tier 1 positive behavior intervention and support aimed to promote student maintenance of expected school behavior. Specifically, the Principal’s 100 Club utilizes:
1) Verbal Praise 2) Public Posting 3) Mystery Motivator 4) Variable Reinforcement Schedule 5) Group Contingency
S - Satisfactory = A, B or C
P – Progressing
N - Needs Improvement = D
U - Unsatisfactory = F
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There are several components that makeup the Principal’s 100 club:
• Principal’s 100 Card (P-100 Card)
• Principal’s 100 Board
• Celebrity Book
• Parent contact When a student receives a card, he/she is called to the school office. In the office the student celebrates his/her accomplishment by signing the Celebrity Book. The student also discusses his/her great work with office staff who will facilitate communication with the student’s parents. Parent contact happens immediately and is done in a manner that is best for the school, families, and the school community. Communication can be a phone call home, a postcard mailed home, a letter in backpack, or a DOJO message. Students who receive a P-100 Club card choose a number out of a jar (1-100) and place name card on the corresponding number on a 10X10 board with 100 squares. When a row, column, or diagonal is completed (10 student names in a row) the students are invited to participate in a special celebration or earn a special prize. The board is then cleared, and the program starts over.
Homework Parents are asked to see that students complete their homework assignments. Students who habitually fail to do homework are subject to disciplinary action – recess detention.
Test Papers Test papers and other pertinent information (examples - homework assignment sheets and conduct information) will be sent home on a weekly basis. We expect the papers to be signed and returned the next day. Students who do not return signed test papers will not have their papers sent home until the missing set is returned. Parents may request a parent-teacher conference in order to view their child’s test papers. Test papers will be sent home every Tuesday in a blue folder. (Grades 1-5)
STUDENT OF THE YEAR This recognition is awarded to a 5th grade student. At a minimum, candidates for Students of the Year must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.1 on a four-point scale. The grade point average is calculated on semester grades in the following fashion:
Grade 5 Candidates: Grades 2, 3, 4, and the first semester of Grade 5
Students that fit into this criterion will be invited to compete at the school level in three categories: Writing Sample Evaluation, Interview Evaluation, and Leadership and Service. Local retired teachers, community members, and outside parish employees will judge the writing sample and conduct interviews. Wyandotte 5th grade teachers and school administration will calculate leadership and service points based on the student application. The student chosen as the Wyandotte Elementary Student of the Year will be also presented as the St. Mary Parish Student of the Month for Wyandotte.
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ACCELERATED READER
Accelerated Reader gives students instant information and reinforcement for their efforts. By basing reading points on three standards (quantity, quality, and reading level), Accelerated Reader challenges students to achieve and supports a literature-based reading program. The Accelerated Reader program is another opportunity for staff and parents to push the students to read beyond the classroom setting. The focus is on reading and celebrating! Check www.arbookfind.com to see if a book is AR. STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE AN AR BOOK TO EVERY CLASS EVERY DAY!! 2nd - 5th Grade Guidelines: Every third, fourth, and fifth grader is encouraged to participate in the Accelerated Reading Program. Fifth graders are required to achieve point totals for their participation BUT will not receive a grade as per district policy.
SBLC PROCESS SBLC (School Building Level Committee) consists of the principal, parents/guardians, Curriculum Facilitator, SEL Coach, school nurse, classroom teachers, special education personnel and others as needed. This group meets to discuss academic, communication, medical, behavioral concerns, etc. Parents or teachers may request a meeting to determine course of action. All referrals for student evaluation must be process through the SBLC. Parents may request a meeting through an email or ClassDOJO message to the teacher or call the front office at 985-384-0724.
PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS The St. Mary Parish School Board shall require pupil promotion and retention in the district schools to be based upon an evaluation of each pupil's achievement in terms of appropriate instructional goals. District-wide standards for promotion and retention of students have been established in the St. Mary Parish School Board Pupil Progression Plan and shall govern the placement of students. Pupils meeting the standards and other criteria established in this plan shall be eligible for promotion and/or credit. Regulations set by the Board and the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) shall also be met in order to receive credit.
Kindergarten Every child entering first grade shall meet one of the following criteria
1. All students who attended kindergarten in the public schools in St. Mary Parish shall demonstrate satisfactory performances on the report card and St. Mary Parish Kindergarten End of Year Test. Students who did not meet the criteria at the end of a school year will be referred to SBLC to determine the appropriate grade level placement and interventions for the student.
2. Students who have not attended kindergarten or who did not attend a state-approved kindergarten shall demonstrate satisfactory performances as measured by the aforementioned St. Mary Parish Kindergarten End of Year Test. Students demonstrating satisfactory performances are placed in first grade. Students who do not meet the criteria may be temporarily placed in kindergarten and tested again after the first four weeks of the school year. The SBLC will meet to determine the appropriate grade level placement of the student.
Grades 1-5 Semester and Final Averages Quality points will be used to arrive at the semester and final averages in grades 1-5.
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Letter Grade Quality Point Value Quality Point Average
A 4 points 3.50 - 4.00 A average
B 3 points 2.50 - 3.49 B average
C 2 points 1.50 - 2.49 C average
D 1 points 1.00 - 1.49 D average
F 0 points 0 - .99 F average
To arrive at the semester average, add the quality point value of each letter grade for two nine-weeks, divide by two, and use the Quality Point Average Chart to determine the semester grade. To arrive at the final average, add the quality points from each of the four nine-week grades, divide by four, and use the Quality Point Average Chart to determine the final grade.
Example 9 weeks 9 weeks Semester 9 weeks 9 weeks Semester Final
Letter Grade C C C B A A B
Quality Points 2 2 4÷2=2 3 4 7÷2=3.5 11÷4=2.75
• A student in grades 1-5 must earn four quality points to pass a course for the year (two points must come in the second semester).
• In addition, the student must pass the fourth nine-weeks. • If a course is failed because of either of these requirements, the computer will record "F" and
note "*automatic F due to failed 2nd semester or final nine weeks."
Example 9 weeks 9 weeks Semester 9 weeks 9 weeks Semester Final
Letter Grade C C C D F F *F
Quality Points 2 2 4÷2=2 1 0 1÷2=.5 5÷4=1.25
Note: In this case, the total number of quality points a student has earned for the year is of no importance if the 2nd semester and/or final nine weeks has been failed.
Grades 1-2 1. Students in grades 1-2 will earn letter grades (A, B, C, D or F) each nine weeks for evaluative and
reporting purposes. 2. First and second grade students must pass English language arts and mathematics to be promoted
to the next grade. 3. If a student fails English language arts or math in first or second grade, the School Building Level
Committee will meet to determine the appropriate grade level placement of the student. The following criteria will be utilized to evaluate the student on skills mastery:
• Teacher-made tests (mathematics) and/or other forms of math assessments
• CKLA reading assessments and/or yearly benchmark assessments
• Teacher observations and student work samples (reading and mathematics)
• MAP scores (reading and mathematics)
Grades 3 and 5 1. Students in grades 3 and 5 will earn letter grades (A, B, C, D or F) each nine weeks for evaluative and
reporting purposes.
2. Students in grades 3 and 5 failing English language arts and/or mathematics may be retained or promoted transitionally to the next grade by the School Building Level Committee (SBLC) with the stipulation that the student attend After-School Academic Tutoring during the school year. A parent conference should be held to obtain signed permission for enrollment in the After School Academic
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Tutoring program. The program becomes part of the student’s regular school day; thus, compulsory attendance and discipline policies apply. Additional academic options as stated in #6 below may also be instituted based on SBLC recommendations.
3. Students in grades 3 and 5 failing science and social studies may be retained or promoted transitionally to the next grade by the SBLC with the stipulation that the student attend After-School Academic Tutoring during the school year. A parent conference should be held to obtain signed permission for enrollment in the After School Academic Tutoring program. The program becomes part of the student’s regular school day; thus, compulsory attendance and discipline policies apply. Additional academic options as stated in #6 below may also be instituted based on SBLC recommendations.
4. Students in grades 3 and 5 who fail four major subjects (English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) will be retained. Additionally, any two minor subjects constitute one major subject. Examples of minor subjects include the following: physical education, music, band, keyboarding, and other subjects not previously defined as a major subject.
5. St. Mary Parish does NOT retain any student in grades 3 and 5 more than once as a result of failure to meet promotion requirements outlined in the current Pupil Progression Plan.
6. Academic options that may be offered at either the school or district level: remediation course,
documented interventions, and After-School Academic Tutoring. The SBLC will employ existing student data, including but not limited to DIBELS, parish and benchmark assessments, course grades, MAP data, previous standardized test data, growth from pre-to-post tests, trends of low performance, and attendance to determine whether or not the student should be recommended for transitional promotion as well as the requirement of any additional academic options.
Promotion of students in grade 4 Fourth grade students who have not met the acceptable level of performance may be retained or promoted, but in either case, shall be provided with an Individual Academic Improvement Plan (IAIP) that adheres to the following requirements:
• The school shall convene an in-person meeting with the student’s parent or legal custodian, all teachers of core academic subjects, and specialized support personnel, as needed, to review the student’s academic strengths and weaknesses, discuss any other relevant challenges, and formulate an individual academic improvement plan designed to assist the student in achieving proficiency in all core academic subjects. All participants shall sign the documented plan and meet to review progress at least once more before the next administration of the LEAP assessment.
• The student shall be provided with focused, on-grade level instructional support that is appropriate to the content area(s) in which the student has not yet achieved proficiency. Instruction shall be aligned with state academic content standards.
• The student shall be identified as requiring an Individual Academic Improvement Plan (IAIP) in the state Student Information System (SIS).
• The student shall be afforded the opportunity to receive grade-level instruction during the summer.
• The school shall follow the parish policy pertaining to the development of individual academic improvement plans.
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The individual academic improvement plan shall continue to be in effect until such time as the student achieves a score of “Basic” in each of the core academic subjects that initially led to the development of the student’s individual academic plan.
1. Students in grade 4 will earn letter grades (A, B, C, D or F) each nine weeks for evaluative and reporting purposes.
2. Students in grade 4 failing English language arts and/or mathematics may be retained or promoted transitionally to the next grade by the SBLC with the stipulation that the student attend After-School Academic Tutoring during the school year. A parent conference should be held to obtain signed permission for enrollment in the After School Academic Tutoring program. The program becomes part of the student’s regular school day; thus, compulsory attendance and discipline policies apply. Additional academic options as stated in #6 below may also be instituted based on SBLC recommendations.
3. Students in grade 4 failing science and social studies may be retained or promoted transitionally to the next grade by the School Building Level Committee with the stipulation that the student attend After-School Academic Tutoring during the school year. A parent conference should be held to obtain signed permission for enrollment in the After School Academic Tutoring program. The program becomes part of the student’s regular school day; thus, compulsory attendance and discipline policies apply. Additional academic options as stated in #6 below may also be instituted based on SBLC recommendations.
4. Students in grade 4 who fail four major subjects (English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science) will be retained. Additionally, any two minor subjects constitute one major subject. Examples of minor subjects include physical education, music, band, and other subjects not previously defined as a major subject.
5. St. Mary Parish does NOT retain any student in grade 4 more than once as a result of failure to
meet promotional requirements outlined in the current Pupil Progression Plan.
6. Academic options that may be offered at either the school or district level: remediation course, documented interventions, After-School Academic Tutoring, and/or Saturday Tutoring. The SBLC will employ existing student data, including but not limited to DIBELS, parish and benchmark assessments, course grades, MAP testing, previous standardized test data, growth from pre-to-post tests, trends of low performance, and attendance to determine whether or not the student should be recommended for transitional promotion as well as the requirement of any additional academic options.
Make Ups (Academic Work) Makeup work/tests must be completed within five (5) instructional days following the absence. In extenuating circumstances, the principal may allow an extension. Should a student be absent for more than 1 or 2 days, please contact the school office at 985-384-0724 and schedule a work pickup to ensure the student does not fall behind.
• Students suspended from St. Mary Parish schools will be allowed to make up work in accordance with parish guidelines.
• Students expelled from St. Mary Parish Schools or other public schools will not be allowed to take tests to make up work missed while out on expulsion.
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Testing Dates • LEAP 2025: For grades 3-5 will occur within the window of April 25-May25. The school district
will set specific testing dates later in the school year. Content tested is ELA, Math, Science, and SS.
• ELPT: For EL students will occur sometime between February and March. Content tested is Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing.
• DIEBELS: A reading screener given to students in grade K-2 three times a year.
• MAP: A diagnostic test for all K-5th grade students. This test is used to monitor growth and leveled placement in small groups and individualized instruction throughout the school year. Content tested is ELA and Math. There are Fall (beginning school), Winter (December-January), and Spring tests.
AFTER-SCHOOL TUTORING PROGRAM
GRADES 3-5 Beginning August 24, 2021 and Ending April 21, 2022
Placement and Criteria for District After-School Academic Tutoring for grades 3-5:
• Type 1: Transitionally promoted students are defined as those who failed academically in grades 3-7 for the 202-2021 school year and were promoted to the next grade level. These students will be placed in tutoring at the beginning of the school year. If they do not attend tutoring, they may be moved back to the grade they failed in 2020-2021. The student will remain in tutoring until he/she earns at least a “C” on a report card for the subject(s) that were failed for the next reporting period and must maintain a “C” in order to stay out of tutoring.**
• Type 2: 5th graders with an IAIP indicating after-school tutoring as an intervention will also be assigned to tutoring at the beginning of the year. They will remain in tutoring until they meet the requirements on the IAIP. **
• Type 3: Students in grades 3-5 will be added to tutoring at the end of the 1st and 2nd 9-weeks if they receive a failing grade on their report card in math and/or English. They will remain until they earn a passing grade in the subject(s) on the next reporting period.
• Type 4: Additional 3rd-5th grade students who may benefit from tutoring for their state assessment may be added if space is available; however, this form of tutoring cannot be mandated.
**If the student who is mandated to attend does not attend or is dismissed from the program, the student along with their parent(s) will be referred to the Child Welfare Office. Please refer to the Parish Newsletter for the latest and most current information.
ELA/Math Clubs for K-2 Beginning September 9, 2021 and Ending April 21, 2022
• Students who may benefit from tutoring for their academic grades or IRLA level may be added
as space is available. This form of tutoring is not mandated.
• Administration retains the right to revoke a non-mandated student’s placement in the program based on behavior issues.
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DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES See St. Mary Parish Guide: Student Code of Conduct for the entire and more
detailed discipline process. Posted at www.stmaryk12.net The administrator will respond to a discipline report with meaningful action that includes any of the following consequences based upon the infraction:
• Parent/Student conference with school Administrator
• SEL Training (Harmony – school wide program)
• PBIS School Interventions
• Recess Detention/ Isolation/ After School Detention (SAC)
• In-School Suspension (ISS) – on campus
• Out-of-School Suspension
• Suspension with Hearing
• Suspension with Recommendation for Expulsion
Due process will be accorded to a student before disciplinary options are used. An administrative conference will be held with the student. The student will be advised of the misconduct he/she is accused of, and he/she will be given an opportunity to explain his/her version of the facts. The administrator will review the disciplinary regulations and procedures. The student will be notified that the next infraction of rules could result in more severe consequences. If at any time the administrator feels that a referral to F.I.N.S (Families in Need of Services) or the District Attorney’s Intervention Program is necessary and in the best interest of the student, she may do so with justification. The student’s parent/guardian will be notified of the conference. Every teacher shall endeavor to hold each student accountable for his/her behavior in school, on the playgrounds of the school, on the school bus, on the street or road going to or returning from school, or during intermission or recess, or at any school sponsored activity or function.
ClassDojo • + points to reward positive behaviors.
• – points as warnings for negative behaviors.
• Support staff will notify the student’s homeroom teacher if they would like to give a student a + point or a – point.
• If negative behaviors persist after ClassDojo has been utilized, the teacher will make a note on the student’s Daily Communication Log to notify his/her parents.
Daily Communication Log • Used to notify parents of positive behaviors worth recognizing.
• Used to notify parents of repetitive negative behaviors if warnings through ClassDojo are unsuccessful.
The teacher will attempt a combination of interventions consisting of both positive and negative reinforcements to modify student behavior (see chart on next page).
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Interventions
• If negative behaviors persist after ClassDojo, the Daily Communication Log, and Interventions have been utilized, the teacher may complete a Minor Behavior Report.
Minor Behavior Report (MDR) – chart next page
• Used to document and report repetitive negative behaviors if ClassDojo, the Daily Communication Log, and Interventions are unsuccessful.
• Used to document and report a behavior that is moderately severe.
• A copy of the MDR is sent to the student’s parents, the office, and filed in the student’s personal folder in the classroom.
• If negative behaviors persist after a student has received 3 MDRs, the teacher may complete a Major Behavior Report.
• A pink copy of the MDR is sent home for parent signature the day it is received by the student. It should be returned for filing.
Major Behavior Report – chart next page • Used to document and report habitual negative behaviors once the student has received 3
Minor Behavior Reports.
• Used to document and report a behavior that is severe.
Classroom Expectations Set by individual classroom teachers.
Schoolwide Expectations PBIS Expectations: PAWS acronym
• Prepare for Success
• Always Cooperate
• Work to Ability
• Show Respect
Positive Reinforcement Negative Reinforcement
ClassDojo + points
Student Conference Re-teach Expectation
Behavior Contract Restorative Practices
Cat Zone Other Strategies
ClassDojo - points Loss of Privilege
SEL Training Seating Change
Recess Detention Therapeutic Removal
Other Strategies
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MINOR BEHAVIOR REPORT INCIDENT DEFINITIONS INCIDENT DEFINITION Not following directions Refusal or failure to follow directions or do what one is told.
Disrespect (Authority, Peer) Talking back, use of scornful and/or mocking voice and/or production of gestures that exceed basic community norms for decency toward staff member or a peer.
Inappropriate language The use of language or words not appropriate or suitable for the school environment.
Failure to complete work Not successfully completing any assigned work.
Violation of Dress Code Wearing clothing that does not fit within the dress code guidelines of the school/parish.
Disruptive Behavior Behavior causing interruptions to instruction or any school activity.
Lying/Cheating Delivering a message that is untrue and/or deliberately violates rules.
Stealing Having possession, having passed on, or being responsible for removing or plotting to move someone else’s property without that person’s permission.
Damaging property Any act that causes destruction, damage, or defacement to another’s property without consent. (Accidental acts that are self-reported to the administration are excluded from this definition.)
Other Any problem behavior not listed.
MAJOR BEHAVIOR REPORT INCIDENT DEFINITIONS
(Others available should the need arise)
CODE INCIDENT DEFINITION 04 Uses profane and/or
obscene language Verbal messages that include swearing, name calling, vulgar words or the use of words in an inappropriate manner.
05 Is guilty of immoral or vicious practices
Any act that is dangerously aggressive or would likely to be perceived as disturbing and/or harassing by community norms.
06 Is guilty of conduct or habits injurious to his/her associates
Any act that causes injury, damage or pain to another person.
10 Disturbs the school or habitually violates any rule
Behavior causing continued interruptions to instruction or any school activity. Includes but is not limited to sustained loud yelling or screaming; noise with materials; and/or sustained out-of-seat behavior.
11 Cuts, defaces, or injures any part of public school buildings/vandalism
Any act that causes destruction, damage, or defacement of property without consent. (Accidental acts that are self-reported to the administration are excluded from this definition.)
12 Writes profane and/or obscene language or draws obscene pictures
Writes or draws pictures, words, or images that are considered indecent, offensive, disgusting, and/or disturbing according to local community norms.
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CODE INCIDENT DEFINITION 15 Throws missiles liable to
injure others Throws any object toward a person that is either heavy, sharp and/or otherwise perceived to be harmful or with such velocity and force that it would cause physical harm.
16 Instigates or participates in fights while under school supervision
Involvement and/or promotion of any act of force and/or physical violence that can be expected to cause harm or injury to another person.
18 Leaves school premises or classroom without permission
Leaving school campus and/or assigned classroom or location without permission and/or failure to return to school/class without permission
19 Is habitually tardy and/or absent
Failure to be present at the beginning of class period or at the start of the school day, or failure to show up to class and/or school without permission.
20 Is guilty of stealing Having possession, having passed on, or being responsible for removing or plotting to move someone else’s property without that person’s permission.
21 Commits any other serious offense
Any serious, harmful incident or behavior not listed.
31 Possesses pocket knife or blade cutter with a blade length <2½“
The possession of a pocket knife or blade cutter with a blade length <2½“.
32 Serious bodily injury Causing an injury involving a substantial risk of death, extreme physical pain, disfigurement, or loss or impairment of the function of a body part, organ, or mental faculty.
33 Use of OTC medication in a manner other than prescribed or authorized
The use of over the counter medication in a use other than prescribed or authorized.
35 Bullying/Harassment Bullying: Unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived intimidation Harassment: The act of systematic and/or continued unwanted and annoying actions, including threats and demands.
36 Cyber bullying/Cyber harassment
Bullying or harassment using electronic communication.
38 Forgery The creation of a false written document or alteration of a genuine one, with the intent to defraud.
40 Public indecency The exposure of one’s body which should be covered by clothing in public.
41 Obscene behavior or possession of obscene/pornographic material
Any behavior or possession of material that appeals to the prurient interest when applying community norms and/or depicts or describes sexual conduct in an offensive manner.
42 Unauthorized use of technology
Viewing sites, accounts, messages, files, or resources when one has not been given permission to do so.
43 Improper dress Inappropriate dress and/or habitual dress code violations.
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CODE INCIDENT DEFINITION 46 Failure to serve
assigned consequences Not showing up, not following the rules of the assigned consequence, or not doing the work of the assigned consequence.
47 Misusing Internet/Violates electronic/technology policy
Accessing, retrieving, viewing or disseminating any controversial and/or inappropriate material in violation of electronic/technology policies.
Detention Detention shall mean activities, assignments, or work held before the normal school day, after the normal school day, or on weekends. Failure or refusal by a student to participate in assigned detention may subject the student to immediate our-of-school suspension. Assignments, activities, or work which may be assigned during detention include, but are not limited to, counseling, homework assignments, behavior modification program, or other activities aimed at improving the behavior and conduct of the student. Students receiving a Major Behavior Report may receive afterschool detention. Afterschool detention for Wyandotte is held once a week from 3:10-4:10 PM. Parents may pick up students in front of the school.
In-School Suspension (ISS) In-school suspension means removing a student from his/her normal classroom setting but maintaining him under supervision within the school. Students participating in in-school suspension shall receive credit for work performed during the in-school suspension. However, any student who fails to comply fully with the rules for in-school suspension may be subject to immediate out-of-school suspension.
Discipline of Students with Disabilities or exceptionalities Discipline of students with disabilities or exceptionalities, shall be to the extent allowed by applicable state or federal law and regulations and consistent with the provisions of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan.
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PLAYGROUND EXPECTATIONS • Use the restroom during recess time. Students must get water and go to the restroom before the bell
rings to go to class.
• Leave and enter the building in quiet, orderly lines. Do not run in the building.
• Play in designated areas with authorized equipment only.
• Listen and obey the directions of the duty teachers.
• No throwing of rocks, sticks, or any other objects.
• No play fighting, wrestling, or rough playing (no physical contact).
• No climbing trees, fences, or areas around the water valves.
• No gum chewing, suckers or stick candy.
• Only touch football (with nerf style footballs) is allowed.
• When at the water fountain, drink then move away quietly.
• No hard balls, bats, or Frisbees are to be brought out on the playground.
• No personal computer games, iPod, mp3, and any other electronic devices are allowed on school ground at any time.
• Teachers and principals will not be responsible for balls, games, or other personal items brought to school, including money.
• Do not bring money that exceeds the amount of the cost of snacks. Snacks range from $0.25-$1.00. Snacks will be sold when available.
• When the bell rings to end recess, all students must line up with their class. NOTE: BREAKING OF THE ABOVE RULES WILL RESULT IN AFTER-SCHOOL DETENTION, SUPSENSION, OR DENIAL TO SPECIAL EVENTS. COVID NOTE: Recess may be held in classrooms. Teachers may choose to take their class outside at alternating times to allow students to run and take a break. Students may not mix with another class during recess. The playground equipment may be used at this time.
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BULLYING, HARRASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, AND THREATS
Enforcement of the Bullying Policy is essential to the care, well-being, and security of all students and staff at Wyandotte Elementary.
In accordance with ACT 861, bullying is defined as a pattern of behavior of any one or more of the following:
• Written, electronic, or verbal communications including but not limited to calling names, threatening harm, taunting or spreading untrue rumors.
• Physical acts, including but not limited to hitting, pushing and tripping.
• Gestures, including but not limited to obscene gestures.
• Repeatedly and purposefully excluding from activities or groups.
Expectation
If, after a thorough investigation, the school determines that an act of bullying has occurred, the school administrator will take prompt and appropriate disciplinary action pursuant to R.S. 17:416 and 416.1. Disciplinary action will be in accordance with the St. Mary Parish School Board’s CODE OF CONDUCT. Bullying behaviors are classified as minor, intermediate, or major based on the severity of actions. Consequences outlined in the code of conduct correlate to each category. A Bullying Report Form may be accessed at www.louisianabelieves.com/schools/public-schools/bullying. A form may also be picked up from the school office.
• Any student who engages in bullying will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion.
• Students are expected to immediately report incidents of bullying to the principal or designee.
• School staff and/or administrators will promptly investigate each complaint of bullying in a thorough and confidential manner.
• If the complainant student or parent of the student feels that appropriate resolution of the investigation or complaint has not been reached after consulting the school principal, the student or the parent of the student should contact the local superintendent or his or her designee.
• The school system prohibits retaliatory behavior against any complainant or any participant in the complaint process. All students and/or staff shall immediately report incidents of bullying, harassment or intimidation to the school principal or designee. School staff members are expected to immediately intervene when they see a bullying incident occur. Each complaint of bullying shall be promptly investigated
Disciplinary Action This policy applies to students on school grounds, while traveling on a school bus to and from school, or a school-sponsored activity, and during a school-sponsored activity. Bullying and intimidation will not be tolerated. Disciplinary action will be taken following each confirmed incident of bullying. Disciplinary action after the first incident of bullying may include, but is not limited to the following:
• Loss of a privilege
• Reassignment of seats in the classroom, cafeteria or school bus
• Reassignment of classes
• Detention
• In-school suspension
• Out-of-school suspension
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• Expulsion
• Assignment to an alternative school Students, parents/guardians and other school personnel may report incidents of bullying to an administrator, teacher, or other staff member orally or in writing by using the appropriate form. Louisiana Department of Education.
Procedure • All staff, students, and their parents will receive a copy of the policy prohibiting bullying at the
beginning of the school year as part of the student code of conduct.
• The school will keep a report of bullying and the results of an investigation confidential.
• Staff are expected to immediately intervene when they see a bullying incident occur or upon receipt of any report of bullying.
• Anyone who witnesses or experience bullying is encouraged to report the incident to a school official. The following actions will be taken when bullying is reported:
1. Investigation: Upon receipt of any report of bullying, schools will direct an immediate investigation of the incident. The investigation will begin no later the next business day in which the school is in session after the report is received by the school official. The investigation will be completed no later than ten school days after the date the written report of the incident is submitted to the school official. The investigation shall include interviewing the alleged perpetrator(s) and victim(s), identified witnesses, teacher(s), and staff members separately. Physical evidence of the bullying incident will be reviewed, if available.
2. Notification: Parents or legal guardians of the victim and accused student will be notified of the investigative procedure. If the incident involves an injury or similar situation, appropriate medical attention should be provided, and the parent/guardian should be notified immediately.
3. Discipline: Upon confirming that bullying has occurred, the accused student will be charged with bullying and will receive age-appropriate consequences which shall include, at minimum, disciplinary action.
4. Follow Up: Complainants will be promptly notified of the findings of the investigation and the remedial action taken.
5. Documentation: Written documentation containing the findings of the investigation, including input from the students’ parents or legal guardian, and the decision by the school official, will be prepared and placed in the school records of the victim and perpetrator.
CELEBRATIONS In order for a student to attend any extra school-wide celebrations held during the school day (Field Day, Spring Fest, Christmas, etc.), he/she must have an acceptable behavior report. Any student having one or more major referrals during the grading period may not be allowed to attend special school-wide celebrations. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS: Due to the amount of required instructional time, student allergies, and continued safety with regards to flu and COVID responses, we ask that if you plan to bring cupcakes/individual snacks for a student’s birthday, that you contact the teacher and make arrangements for cupcakes/individual snacks to be picked up from the main office. Prior arrangements MUST be made with the teacher and ONLY cupcakes or individual snacks may be served.
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PRE-K/K CEREMONIES Pre-K and Kindergarten classes will celebrate their achievements at the end-of -the-year closing ceremonies on Thursday, May 19, 2022. Location in school and time will be determined later and a notice will be sent home.
5TH GRADE END OF YEAR CEREMONY
5th grade graduation will celebrate their achievements at the end-of-the-year ceremony on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Location in school and time will be determined later and a notice will be sent home.
TITLE I AND PARENT ENGAGEMENT Wyandotte Elementary is a Title I school for the 2021-22 school year. Title I is a federally-funded program designed to provide educational and supplemental services to meet the needs of children who reside in selected attendance areas in St. Mary Parish Schools. Title I funds may be used for supplementary instructional activities, special personnel, materials, and equipment. Title I serves schools attended by significant numbers of economically disadvantaged children who need assistance and support to improve their academic performance.
Each school receiving Title I services has written a “school wide” plan outlining specific uses of Title I funds to reach the goal of helping children meet high curriculum and performance standards. The Title I program has established pre-kindergarten classes. These classes are for children who demonstrate an academic need for preschool experiences and live within the attendance area of the Title I school. Additionally, Title I provides in-school tutoring, health services, media center support and professional development opportunities. Parent and Family Engagement is a major goal of Title I. The federal grant provides for workshops and literature that help support parents in ensuring the success of their children.
Parent and Family Engagement COVID Note: At this time, parents/guardians and other adults outside of the school and district faculty will not be allowed into the school building unless participating in a called and scheduled meeting or as designated by administration or school office personnel. All business may be handled at the front security window of the school lobby. All parent and family engagement inside the school is currently halted and may change at any time. The rest of the policy below will be enacted when COVID restrictions ease. In St. Mary Parish, Title I is dedicated to facilitating a positive interaction between parents and school. This goal will be achieved by providing parents with a variety of opportunities to know their school, its programs, and the staff.
The Title I program sets forth expectations for parents to be involved in their children’s education. Emphasis is placed on forming a home-school partnership to benefit the students and all those involved in their welfare.
The staff of Wyandotte Elementary recognizes the parents’ right and responsibility to be involved in an organized, ongoing, and timely way in the planning, review, evaluation, and improvement of our Title I programs. The focus of these activities is to provide services and remove barriers so that the student will
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be successful in school. The school/parent activities reinforce the efforts of our school to build school/parent relationships, attendance, school-based intervention, parental involvement programs, and service integration between our school and community agencies. Programs we currently have for parents include, but are not limited to, Orientation, Open House, ELA/SS Family Night, Math Family Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences, PAC (parent organization), book clubs, field trips, Pajama Reading Night, and a variety of others.
Communication with Parents • Parent Command Center (JCampus)
Visit the school web page at www.stmaryk12.net/wes. JCampus Student Progress is a secure site for parents/guardians to keep track of a child's grades, attendance, discipline, transcript information, and much more. Note: It is important to regularly check the Student Progress Center to see how students are faring in grades, discipline, and attendance. Follow the steps below to set up your account and you will be able to check grades, attendance, and much more from home. NOTE - the PSN number is the LAST 5 DIGITS OF THE STUDENT'S SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER.
STEPS TO CREATE AN ACCOUNT (You can connect multiple students to your account once the first student profile is complete.)
1. Click on the STUDENT PROGRESS CENTER. 2. Click on REGISTER A NEW USER to create an account. (If you have previously made an account,
there is no need to create another. The account can be used over the entirety of the child’s school career.)
3. Click on the arrow under RELATIONSHIP INFORMATION. Select a relation. Under NAME INFORMATION, enter the PARENT’S LAST NAME and the PARENT’S FIRST NAME. Make sure you enter the information for the person you selected under RELATIONSHIP INFORMATION. The PSN NUMBER is the last 5 digits of the STUDENT’S social security number. There is no need to put in the address information. Click on SUBMIT. NOTE: It is important that you enter the parent name EXACTLY as the school has it listed in the JCampus system. It is also important that you have the correct 5-digit number for the student. If you have problems creating the account, please call the school office at 985-384-0724.
4. Create a login name, password, and answers to the 2 security questions. Choose account names you will remember. Click on SUBMIT.
5. Click on LOGOUT. You will then return to the homepage. Enter your Username and Password. You will then click on your child’s picture.
• Class DOJO This app is free and can be accessed from a computer or cell phone. Teachers use the app to document positive and negative student behavior, celebrate student and class accomplishments, connect privately with parents, and send out classroom announcements.
• PAC This organization exists for several reasons: to help promote the education and welfare of our children; to open up a line of communication between the community and teachers at school; and to aid in fundraising, as to assist and reward students who maintain a high grade-point average along with events held for students. Parents are encouraged to join and participate in the monthly meetings and various sponsored events. We invite you to look for new ideas to help make WES a better place to learn. Follow our Facebook page, Parents of W.E.S. Wildcats.
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• Fundraisers During the year, we have a variety of fundraisers to benefit our school and students. Rewards are based strictly on the amount of money each organization raises. Your support along with your participation is greatly appreciated.
• Monthly Newsletters We send monthly Title I and school newsletters and calendars to help parents stay up to date on school happenings and other important parent/child information. School newsletters are also posted on the school’s website.
Parent Teacher Conference Dates
At this time, Parent-Teacher conference days are set for the following days: September 13, 2021 November 11, 2021 February 8, 2022 It is NOT necessary to wait until these days to speak with a teacher regarding your child’s performance. Parents can email any teacher. Email addresses can be found on our school website. Parents may also call the front office to schedule a conference time with your child’s teacher. Conferences are timed for 15 minutes and will be scheduled through the classroom teacher. Letters will be sent home a week to two weeks prior to the conference dates. COVID: Conference dates may be changed to video/phone conferencing.
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CLUBS AND FESTIVITIES (All events/clubs resulting in large groups may be postponed during COVID restrictions)
Louisiana Culture Day Louisiana Culture Day is a day that is set aside to teach our students about the culture that surrounds them. This day is filled with many speakers who discuss their jobs and explain how each job pertains to our culture. Many of the speakers bring in artifacts to keep the students engaged and help them to better understand the importance of each job. The day continues with many fun activities. One activity includes a Cajun cuisine to give students a taste of Louisiana. During another station, students are given the opportunity to learn a few line dances. The day usually ends with our Culture Day concert, provided by a local band. All students are invited to attend.
Spring Fest Spring Fest is one of our school-wide fundraisers that is designed not only to raise funds for our school but also to give our students a day of fun-filled activities. All students who attend Wyandotte Elementary can pay a small fee to participate in activities such as art crafts, food crafts, indoor games and outdoor games. The funds collected through a Spring Fest t-shirt sale and the Spring Fest fee are used to purchase materials that benefit student-learning. Parents are invited to assist with Spring Fest by organizing and running the various stations that all students move through. All students are invited to attend.
Pajama Night Pajama Night is a PreK-5th grade event held in the gym in the spring. Students are able to wear appropriate pajamas and asked to bring a blanket and book. Students get to listen to a local community leader or author read to them and then participate in a variety of hands-on projects. Snacks are provided by donations from parents. In the event we are not able to have the event, students already have scheduled pajama days on the calendar.
National Beta National Beta is a club at Wyandotte Elementary in which students must earn a cumulative grade point average of 3.125 for their fourth-grade year to be invited to participate in fifth grade. To maintain membership, students must keep this GPA in fifth grade and must display good character at school and in the community. If a student in Beta Club receives one or two minor referrals, he or she will have a conference with the sponsor with each referral to discuss changing the behavior. If a student earns a major referral, the referring teacher, principal, and sponsor will determine if the infraction(s) are severe enough to warrant revocation of Beta membership. If a student receives two major referrals, Beta membership is automatically revoked.
4-H 4-H is open to all 4th and 5th grade students. The goal of 4-H is to develop citizenship, leadership, responsibility and life skills of youth through experiential learning programs and a positive youth development approach. 4-H today focuses on citizenship, healthy living, science, engineering, and technology programs. The group has monthly meetings where members learn new skills and participate in experiments. As a group, the students also have community projects they participate in (ex. food drive or Zoo-to-Boo). The group participates in a 4-H Arts and Crafts Fair, as well as cooking competitions. At the end of the year, the 4-H students are invited to a Field Day with other local groups. Other clubs and activities will be offered throughout the school year. Information will be posted on monthly newsletters, ClassDOJO, JText, and the school’s website at www.stmaryk12.net/wes.
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Clubs for 3rd-5th Grade Students in grade 3-5 will have the opportunity to participate in one of six new club opportunities. Club days will be held on our scheduled Adventure Days. Clubs include but are not limited to the following: Book Club, Science Club, Strategic Games Club, Culture Club, Garden Club, Outreach Club, and Journal Club.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Drills Fire, tornado and other drills will be held on a regular basis. Evacuation routes are posted in each classroom. Students must respond quickly and quietly to a teacher’s directions during the drills and emergencies.
Drops from School Parents are asked to give the school at least a 24-hour notice before dropping a student from school. We need this time to complete the necessary paperwork/computer data transfers. Classroom teachers need time to gather the student’s school items without disrupting instructional time.
Electronic Telecommunication Devices Students are not permitted to have electronic telecommunication devices on campus during regular school hours for any reason. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, Apple watches or other like devices, tablets, gaming devices, etc. Devices will be confiscated, and parents will be asked to come to school to pick it up.
Emergency Dismissal and School Closures If any disaster or emergency causes an early dismissal, the announcement will be made on local radio
stations. You may also receive a DOJO text message or JText. It is important that we have up-to-date phone numbers that you prefer us to use. Parents should then come to school to get their children.
In case of closure or early dismissal because of an emergency, please tune in to your local radio station for information. Bayou Vista – KQKI, 95.3 or Morgan City – KFXY, 96.7. Also, parents can check the school’s web page at www.stmaryk12.net/wes.
Lost or Stolen Articles Articles that are found should be brought to the Lost and Found box by the library.
Markers/Sharpies Sharpies are NOT allowed. Sharpies found will be confiscated. Markers used for anything other than classroom use will be confiscated, and the student will be reprimanded. Students are NOT allowed to write on themselves, others, clothing, or any surface other than specified by the classroom teacher or administrator.
Student Search The administration of Wyandotte Elementary reserves the right to search any desk, person, or possession when there is reasonable belief the health or safety of students is involved. The school may be inspected by any law enforcement agencies with probable cause.
Tobacco Free Campus Wyandotte Elementary is a tobacco and drug free campus. No one is allowed to smoke or use tobacco products within 200 ft. of the campus. A student who is found to have tobacco substances on him/her will be subject to in-school suspension.
Toys or Playing Equipment Students may NOT bring toys, sports equipment (unless part of PE), or trading cards to school.
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CHAPERONE/VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS In order to keep students and faculty safe, provide enjoyable events, and create an environment of order, all chaperones for field trips or school events MUST 1 submit to a background check through the school, 2 provide a copy of his/her driver’s license to the front office, and 3 attend one of four Volunteer Courses provided through the school. The course will be offered twice in the fall and twice in the spring. Volunteers not attending in the fall will not be eligible to chaperone events in the fall. Parents/Guardians/Family Members not attending any of the provided courses will NOT be allowed to chaperone or volunteer ANY school event. Parents/Guardians/Family members attending school field trips, but not as a chaperone, will be required to pay the full amount of any cost needed to attend. Our first mission is the safety of all students, faculty and chaperones. Any verified chaperone/volunteer seeking to participate in an event must be approved by the faculty sponsor or office staff at least 5 days before the planned event. Thus, parents, guardians or other family members who have not fulfilled these requirements and arrive at events unannounced will be unable to participate in the scheduled event. Chaperone Course Schedule: (Postponed during COVID Restrictions. Monitor school messages for any changes)
FALL: August 14, 2021, 9-10 am
August 21, 2021, 9-10 am SPRING: January 14, 2022, 9-10 am
January 21, 2022, 9-10 am There will NOT be any individual classes or special class times other than these dates posted. If you wish to participate in school events/field trips it is important that you attend one of these dates. Thank you for understanding.
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2021-2022 A COMPACT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
A Parent/Student/Teacher/Administrator Agreement
Wyandotte Elementary School
In order to assure all students’ academic success, all parties agree to the following:
School
Teacher
Parent/Guardian
Student
1. Provide high quality curricula and instruction aligned with Louisiana State Standards and student performance expectations.
2. Assist in scheduling parent/teacher conferences.
3. Report on an ongoing basis about child’s progress (report cards, progress reports, etc.).
4. Provide opportunities for parental involvement (volunteer, participation, etc.) and assist parents to help students at home.
5. Provide a safe, orderly environment in which children can learn.
6. Provide interventions to targeted students with available programs/resources.
1. Provide rigorous activities and lessons aligned with Louisiana State Standards and student performance expectations.
2. Provide high expectations for all students in an encouraging and supportive manner.
3. Provide a well-disciplined and managed classroom so all students have the opportunity to learn.
4. Provide an open line of communication with parents.
5. Provide remediation opportunities in those subject areas in which students have performed unsatisfactorily.
6. To ensure student needs are being addressed: follow an instructional calendar, teach to a variety of learning styles, provide learning plans for individual students, and provide one-on-one tutoring of specific skills.
1. Make sure my child is on time and attends school on a regular basis.
2. Supervise homework and study time. 3. Provide a quiet place for my child to
work, study, read, etc. 4. Provide necessary materials my child
needs for his/her success. 5. Keep an open line of communication
with my child’s teacher(s) including parent/teacher conferences, written communication, etc.
6. Support the school and all teachers in maintaining a disciplined environment.
7. Encourage my child to do his/her best. 8. Stay up-to-date with current student
and school information and activities through Class DOJO, the school’s website, or other avenues where posted.
9. Keep contact information up-to-date so the school can notify me when needed.
1. Go to school on time every day. 2. Go to school on a regular basis. 3. Go to school wearing the correct
uniform. 4. Go to school ready to work with
materials needed and homework assignments completed.
5. Stay attentive and actively participate in classroom activities.
6. Follow school and classroom rules and regulations. PAWS
7. Respect classmates, teachers, administrators, and other school staff.
8. Be a positive role model for other students.
9. Do my best in my assignments and grades.
I have read the above and agree to do all to assure success. SIGNATURES: _________________________________ _____________________________________ ______________________________________ _________________________________ School Administrator Teacher Parent/Guardian Student
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WYANDOTTE UNIFORM POLICY
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ST. MARY PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM INTERNET AND NETWORK USE AGREEMENT
Access to the Internet and the St. Mary Parish Network is not a right, but a privilege. The St. Mary Parish Network is provided for students and teachers to conduct research and communicate with others. Independent access to network services is provided to those who agree to act in a considerate and responsible manner. Students are responsible for good behavior on school computer networks just as they are in a classroom or a school hallway. Any user violating the rules stated in this Internet and Network Agreement or any applicable state or federal laws is subject to loss of network privileges and any other St. Mary Parish disciplinary options. School and parish administrators will make the final determination as to what constitutes unacceptable use, and their decision will be final. The signature(s) at the end of this document indicate that the party(parties) who signed has (have) read the terms and conditions as outlined in “A Guide to St. Mary Parish Public Schools.” As a student of a St. Mary Parish School, I have read and agree to the terms set forth in the St. Mary Parish School System Internet and Network Use agreement. I also know that violation of the rules that govern the use of the St. Mary Parish School Network may result in the revoking of my access privileges and that use deemed offensive or illegal will be dealt with by school disciplinary action or appropriate legal action. Name of Student (Print):_____________________________________________________ Signature of Student:__________________________________ Date:_______________ As a parent or guardian of this student, I have read the above agreement and agree that the Internet access provided by the St. Mary Parish Network is to be used for educational purposes. It is impossible for St. Mary Parish to control all access to the Internet and I will not hold them responsible for materials obtained from the Internet that are inappropriate for school use. I give my permission for my child to access the St. Mary Parish Network. Parent or Guardian's Name (Print):_____________________________________________ Signature of Parent:___________________________________ Date:________________
New Policy Student $20 Technology Fee - District-wide Policy
Each student in grades K-5th grade should submit $20 and the signed laptop contract in an envelope with the child’s name on it and send to the homeroom teacher no later than August 27, 2021.
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WES STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK NOTIFICATION
The Wyandotte Elementary Student Handbook was produced for the convenience of our students and their parents/guardians. We ask that you take time to read it and become informed of the policies and procedures used in YOUR school. You are also asked to call the school for any clarification on items as every attempt was made to provide accurate and updated material. Please remind your child to treat our school as their home away from home. We need to keep our school a clean and safe place. Rules for entry into buildings are posted throughout the school. If you’re not sure, ask. This page is to be signed by the student and his/her parent/guardian and returned to the student’s homeroom teacher by Friday, August 13, 2021. Your cooperation is deeply appreciated.
_______________________________________________________________ Parent’s Signature Date _______________________________________________________________ Student’s Signature Date
Wyandotte Elementary School maintains compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 as amended. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99), that protects the privacy of educational records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are "eligible students.“ Any inquiries should be directed to the Administration or by contacting the Office of Special Services for assistance.
