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ROXANA COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 SECONDARY STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK Roxana Senior/Junior High School 2019-2020 Roxana Junior High School Roxana Community Unit School District No. 1 401 N. Chaffer Ave. District Offices Roxana, IL 62084 401 N. Chaffer Ave. Phone: (618) 254-7561 Roxana, IL 62084 Roxana High School Phone: (618) 254-7544 401 N. Chaffer Ave. www.roxanaschools.org Roxana, IL 62084 Twitter: @RHS_Shells and @RJHS_Shells Phone: (618) 254-7553 Facebook: Roxana Shells Instagram: rhs_shells The provisions in this handbook are not to be considered as irrevocable, contractual commitments between the school and the student. Rather, the provisions reflect the current status of rules, practices, and procedures as currently practiced and are subject to change without prior notification. Board policies are available to the public at the District Office or online at www.roxanaschools.org under the Board of Education tab. All parents must sign that they have received a copy of the student/parent handbook (1:10, 1:20, and 1:20.1) as well as sign and return the Extra-Curricular Code (1:20.2). This agenda belongs to: Name: ___________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________ City/Town: ________________________________________________________________ Phone #: _________________________________________________________________ The information in this book was the best available at press time. Watch for additional information and changes. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, without getting prior written permission of the publisher. ©2019. SDI Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 2880 U.S. Hwy. 231 S. • Lafayette, IN 47909 • 765.471.8883 http://www.schooldatebooks.com • [email protected] 1 DISTRICT PHILOSOPHY VISION STATEMENT Achieving excellence with passion, pride, and partnership MISSION STATEMENT The Roxana Community Unit School District No. 1 is committed to help students develop academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Students will be given encouragement to develop positive self-esteem, to show respect for others, to acquire the skills to participate productively in society, and to make a life-long commitment to learning. BELIEFS 1. We believe in ensuring a safe physical and emotional environment that supports the well-being of all students and staff. 2. We believe in effective communication and collaboration amongst all stakeholders. 3. We believe the expectation of excellence will yield excellence. 4. We believe all students can learn. 5. We believe education addresses the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of all learners. 6. We believe in the importance of being good stewards of all resources. (financial, environmental, etc.) 7. We believe in a willingness to initiate and respond to change for progress. 8. We believe education takes place best in an environment that fosters pride, passion, and respect. 9. We believe the school district exists for the good of the entire community. STRATEGIES 1. We will provide facilities that meet the needs of the district and instill pride in the community. 2. We will provide a safe and secure school environment. 3. We will establish and maintain effective communication and collaboration with our district and community. 4. We will enhance extra-curricular experiences that support the development of character, intellect, creativity, and community pride. 5. We will provide for the social and emotional needs of our students. 6. We will continue to develop and support a curriculum that serves our mission. 7. We will provide opportunities to attract, retain, and support quality personnel. STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Education cannot proceed effectively without good, consistent discipline. We will do our best to support the following Student Rights and Responsibilities. The dignity of individuals should be protected, with proper consideration displayed for their personal feelings, which may be associated with race, color, creed, cultural heritage, and intellectual and physical characteristics. Educators, as well as students, should be respectful to each individual in his/her daily life and develop a sincere appreciation for the different ethnic, economic, religious, and social backgrounds of groups. At Roxana CUSD #1, we believe our students have certain rights that must be protected. We also believe that they have definite responsibilities, which must be fulfilled in order to ensure that all students succeed in school. These rights and responsibilities are as follows: RIGHTS 1. Each student has the right to pursue an education without the fear of personal harm or damage to personal property. 2. Each student has the right to participate in an educational experience free from disruptive, destructive, or distracting influences. 3. Each student has the right to expect a well-prepared and organized classroom procedure. 4. Each student has the right to appeal, as outlined in this publication, cases of suspension or expulsion. 5. Each student and parent has the right of privacy concerning their academic and personal records maintained by the school. 6. Each student has the right to dress in such a way as to express the student’s personality in accordance with the school’s dress code. 2 RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Each student has the responsibility to restrain him/herself and actively discourage others from inflicting personal harm or damage to another student’s property. 2. Each student has the responsibility to support efforts to maintain an environment free from disruptive, destructive, or distractive behavior and influences. 3. Each student has the responsibility to prepare for and participate in classroom activity to the best of his/her ability. 4. Each student has the responsibility to abide by decisions reached through appeal. 5. Each student has the responsibility to respect the privacy of others concerning academic and personal records. 6. Each student has the responsibility to dress and groom in a manner that meets reasonable community standards of good taste, health, safety, and cleanliness, which does not disrupt or interrupt the educational process, indicate affiliation with any group which advocates dangerous or distasteful activities, or indicate support for drug, alcohol, or tobacco usage. ROXANA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL PARTNERS IN LEARNING Student-Parent-Teacher-Administrator Agreement 2018-2019 We know that learning can take place only when there is a combination of effort, interest, and motivation. As we are all committed to your student’s progress in school, we are going to do our best to promote his/her achievement. This agreement is a promise to work together. We believe that this agreement can be fulfilled by our team effort. Together we can improve teaching and learning. AS A STUDENT I PLEDGE TO: • Work as hard as I can on my school assignments. • Discuss with my parents what I am learning in school. • Follow the Code of Student Conduct in the student handbook. • Meet the expectations the junior high has set in place. • Ask my teacher questions when I don’t understand something. • Be committed to reaching the goals I set for myself. AS A PARENT I PLEDGE TO: • Provide a quiet study time at home and encourage good study habits. • Talk with my child about his/her school activities every day. • Reinforce the Code of Student Conduct in the student handbook. • Find out how my child is progressing by attending conferences and Title I activities, looking at school work, and contacting the teacher if concerns arise. • Encourage my child to read by reading to him/her. • Limit my child’s TV viewing and help select worthwhile programs. AS A TEAM OF TEACHERS WE PLEDGE TO: • Provide motivating and interesting learning experiences in my classroom. • Explain expectations, instructional goals and grading system to students and parents. • Communicate and cooperate with each parent to ensure the best education possible. • Find out what techniques and materials work best for the student. ~ RJHS Faculty and Staff AS A PRINCIPAL I PLEDGE TO: • Create a welcoming environment for students and parents. • Communicate to students and parents the school’s mission and goals. • Ensure a safe and orderly learning environment. • Reinforce the partnership between parent, student, and staff. • Act as the instructional leader by supporting teachers in their classrooms. • Provide appropriate in-services and training for teachers and parents. ~ Mr. Chad Ambuehl Principal Roxana Junior High School 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS District Philosophy .................................................................... 2 2:120 Home and Hospital Instruction ........................................ 28 RJHS Partners in Learning ....................................................... 3 Chapter 3 - Student Fees & Meal Costs ................................. 28 Chapter 1 - Introductory Information & General Notices ....... 7 3:10 Fines, Fees, and Charges: Waiver of Student Fees .......... 28 1:10 Parent/Guardian Handbook Acknowledgement ................... 7 3:20 School Breakfast & Lunch Program .................................. 28 1:20 Student Handbook Acknowledgement ................................. 7 3:30 Check Collection ................................................................ 29 1:20.1 RJHS Parent Compact & Partners in Chapter 4 - Transportation & Parking .................................... 30 Learning Pledge Acknowledgement ......................................