August 2021 • Page 1 Colfax-Mingo Community School District Newsletter Tigerhawk Talk 2021-22 School Year starts August 2021 Wednesday, August 25 Returning Student Registration and any new students PK-12 • Please make sure you are in the 2021-22 school year when logging on to your parent portal, click on Register for 2021-22 and fol- low the instructions. • Various forms are available on the home page for your convenience • Remember to sign ALL forms, (signatures do not have to be perfect) and pay tuition/fees • Please include the student cell phone number and make sure yours is up to date. With the possibility of having to do online learning, being able to communicate through text is vital. • Be sure to include an email address for the parent if there is not one already. • Free/Reduced Applications are available online. • The school will send out a notification when we will be open to parents that need to come into the building and use a school computer to complete the registration process. • Registration needs to be completed by ALL returning families by August 13, 2021. • If you have any questions, contact Missy Daft at [email protected]. NOTE: Forms included in this newsletter are for informational purposes ONLY. Colfax-Mingo Schools now require that ALL forms for registration be completed online.

Hello, Tigerhawks! school counselor at each building, and an at-risk committed to providing the best learning envi- We are excited for the start of teacher at the Jr/Sr High School. When you ronment available to all of our students. Parents the 2021-22 school year! We see these new staff members, please welcome and guardians, you are the most important have an opportunity to start a them to our family! and influential people in your children’s lives. fresh, new school year filled • Alex Lancaster, Jr/Sr High Principal Together, there are many steps we can take with optimism and excitement. • Andrew Kessel, Jr/Sr High English Lan- to ensure that our kids are prepared. We can With anticipation of a “normal” guage Arts ensure that they are attending daily, getting an year for the first time in three • Autumn Simpson, Jr High Science appropriate amount of sleep each night, getting school years, all Tigerhawks • Diana Bunce, Preschool breakfast before school, making good choices, are looking forward to a year • Emilee McAtee, 3rd Grade and being active participants in their learning. Erik Anderson like no other! • Gabe Simpson, Jr/Sr High Social Studies Together we will support our students in meet- Superintendent The 2021-22 school year • Gabrielle Hoffman, Shared K-6 Counselor ing Colfax-Mingo District’s mission to ensure has some significant change • Jennifer McDaniel, Jr/Sr High English a community that fosters life-long learners, as well. From our community supported bonds, Language Arts independent thinkers, and productive citizens our students will enter our buildings through a • Joe Krieger, Jr/Sr High Mathematics of character. renovated, safe and secure office area. The • Kristen Hainer, 3rd Grade A copy of the comprehensive district calendar elementary restrooms were renovated. In • Kristjana Smith, K-6 Counselor is contained within this newsletter. Please note: addition, our three kindergarten rooms were • Laura Breckenridge, Kindergarten • First day of school is Aug 25 renovated floor to ceiling, with new furniture • Rachel Russell, Jr/Sr High Special Educa- • Professional Development 90-minute late being delivered mid-September. Our stadium tion starts begin Sept. 8 project is not making the progress we would like, • Rachel Van Zante, Jr/Sr High Counselor I am very much looking forward to the 2021- but it is still moving forward and when complete, • Sabrina Kinch, Jr/Sr High Special Education 22 school year being an outstanding one for you will be one of the most unique stadiums in the • Sierra Johnson, Jr/Sr High English Lan- and your child! If I can ever be of service to you, state. We look forward to the gymnasium ad- guage Arts please do not hesitate to contact me. dition getting started very soon! • Wendy Anderson, Shared Curriculum We have some new administrative leaders, Director Take care, teachers, custodians, and paraprofessionals. • Whitney Wikert-Kuecker, Jr/Sr High Science Erik Anderson Superintendent Additionally, with the use of federal COVID relief Many new faces for us all to get to know and Colfax-Mingo Community Schools funds we have added five staffing positions: welcome into our Tigerhawk family! [email protected] an academic interventionist at each building, a Our new and returning staff members are 515-674-3646 August 2021 • Page 2

School website: Link www.colfaxmingo.k12.ia.us

Mission Statement: “Colfax-Mingo community School District’s mission is to ensure a community that fosters life-long learners, independent thinkers, and productive citizens of character.”

As the 2018-2019 school year gets underway, the Board of Directors and Administration of the Colfax-Mingo Community School district want to clearly state our position on weapons, drugs, alcohol, gang activity, and racial intolerance in our schools and at our school activities.

The Colfax-Mingo Community School District mission and belief statements reflect our commitment to a safe environment for all, where the teaching for learning can occur. Personal safety is essential if the mission of the district is to be accomplished.

Children are our most precious resource. We are committed to educate, guide, and support every student. We believe that every child can succeed both academically and socially. The expectations for students’ behavior are clearly defined in the handbooks. Any changes will be communicated to students and parents through the school newsletter prior to going into effect. The teachers, administrators, and support staff of the school district are com- mitted to maintaining a safe learning environment at all times.

An active partnership among home, school, and community enhances the growth and development of all students. We pledge our continued determination to meet our responsibilities to all the students who attend the Colfax-Mingo Community Schools.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT It is the policy of the Colfax-Mingo Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for pro- grams), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing com- plaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Erik Andersen, Superintendent, 1000 North Walnut, Colfax, IA 50054. Telephone 515-674-3646 or email erik. [email protected]. The board requires all persons, agencies, vendors, contractors and other persons and organizations do- ing business with or performing services for the school district to subscribe to all applicable federal and state laws, executive orders, rules and regulations pertaining to contract compliance and equal opportunity.

COLFAX-MINGO SCHOOL 2021-22 School Year WELCOME NEW STAFF

Alexandra Lancaster ~ Jr/Sr High School Principal Whitney Kuecker ~ 7-12 Science Dr. Wendy Anderson ~Shared Curriculum Director w/Baxter Emilee McAtee ~ 3rd Grade Laura Breckenridge ~ Kindergarten Jennifer McDaniel ~ 7-12 English Michael Britt ~ Technology Coordinator Heidi Merrick ~ 7-12 Interventionalist Diana Bunce ~ PK Rachel Russell ~ 7-12 Special Education Kristen Hainer ~ 3rd Grade Autumn Simpson ~ Jr High Science Gabrielle Hoffman ~ Shared K-6 Counselor w/Baxter Gabe Simpson ~ 7-12 Social Studies Sierra Johnson ~ 7-12 ELA Kristjana Smith ~ K-6 Counselor Andrew Kessel ~ 7-12 ELA Rachel Van Zante ~ 7-12 Counselor Sabrina Kinch ~ 7-12 Special Education Stephanie Ver Helst ~ Shared Special Education Director w/PCM Joseph Kreiger ~ 7-12 Math August 2021 • Page 3 COLFAX-MINGO COMMUNITY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 1000 North Walnut • Colfax, IA 50054 • Telephone: 515-674-3646 • Fax: 515-674-3921

Erik Anderson, Superintendent Deb Hodgson, Board Secretary/Business Mgr [email protected] [email protected] 515-674-3646 515-674-3247

Bert Deaton, Administrative Secretary LiJean Thomas, Business Assistant [email protected] [email protected] 515-674-3646 515-674-3247

Alexandra Landcaster Brian Summy [email protected] [email protected] 515-674-4111 515-674-3465

Missy Daft, Date Managaer Erin Hume, Activities Director [email protected] [email protected] 515-674-4111 X 1102 515-674-4474

Dr. Wendy Anderson, Curriculum Director Michael Britt [email protected] [email protected] 515-674-4111 515-674-4111 X1300

Monty Beals, Director of Operations Kerri Roling, Nutrition Director & Maintenance [email protected] [email protected] 515-674-4312 515-674-3646 X 117

TEACHERS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Late starts will be on Wednesdays for the 2021-22 school year. There will be a 90 minutes late school start on the following dates:

September 2021: 8, 15, 22, 29 December 2021: 1, 8, 15 March 2022: 2, 9, 23, 30 October 2021: 6, 13, 20, 27 January 2022: 5, 12, 19, 26 April 2022: 6, 13, 20, 27 November 2021: 3, 10, 17 February 2022: 2, 9, 16, 23 May 2022: 4, 11 August 2021 • Page 4

Policy Title: Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Grievance Procedure Code No. 403 Employees of the District and applicants for employment with the District have the right to file a formal complaint alleging non- compliance with federal and state regulations requiring non-discrimination in employment. Level One- Counselor and Nurse as Alternate. Individuals with a grievance of discrimination on the basis of gender, race, national origin, disability, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity or age may first discuss it with their Counselor principal/designee or immediate supervisor, with the goal of resolving the matter informally. An applicant for employment with a complaint of discrimination on the basis of age, color, religion, sex, race, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, national origin, and creed. may discuss it with the instructor, counselor, supervisor, department chairperson, building administrator, or personnel contact person involved. Level Two- Building Principal If the grievance is not resolved at level one and the grievant wishes to pursue the grievance, he or she may formalize it by filing a complaint in writing. The complaint shall state the date filed, the name of complainant, home address, home and work phone number, the nature of the grievance, the date the alleged violation occurred, the remedy requested, and the signature of the complainant. The filing of the formal, written complaint at level two must be within fifteen (15) working days from the date of the event giving rise to the grievance or from the date the grievant could reasonably become aware of such occurrence. The grievant may request that a meeting concerning the complaint be held with the affirmative action coordinator. The affirmative action coordinator shall investigate the complaint and attempt to resolve it. A written report from the affirmative action coordinator regarding action taken will be sent within fifteen (15) working days after receipt of the complaint. Level Three- Superintendent If the complaint is not resolved at level two, the grievant may process the complaint to level three by presenting a written appeal to the superintendent/designee within ten (10) working days after the grievant receives the report from the affirmative action coordinator. The grievant may request a meeting with the superintendent/designee. The superintendent/designee has the option of meeting with the grievant to discuss the appeal. A decision will be rendered by the superintendent/designee within ten (10) working days after receipt of the written appeal. This procedure in no way denies the right of the grievant to file formal complaints with the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, the Federal Office of Civil Rights, or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for mediation or rectification of civil rights grievances, or to seek private counsel for complaints alleging discrimination.

Equal Educational Opportunity “The Colfax-Mingo Community School district does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, national origin, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status and/or creed. Students are educated in programs, which foster knowledge of, and respect and appreciation for, the historical and contemporary contributions of diverse cultural groups, as well as men and women to society. The Colfax-Mingo Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following service areas: Family & Consumer Sciences, Business, Constructional Trades, Agricultural & Information Technology. Those who feel they have been discriminated against are encouraged to report it to the School District Affirmative Action Coordinator, the District Superintendent, who can be reached at 515-674-3646. Inquiries may also be directed in writing to the Director of the Region VII Office of Civil Rights, US Dept. of Education, 310 W. Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 800, Milwaukee, WI 53203-2292 [414]291-1111, or the Iowa Dept. of Education, Grimes State Office Building, Des Moines, IA 50319-0146 [515]281-5294”

Colfax-Mingo Community School District Mission: to develop life-long learners, independent thinkers, and productive citizens of character.

We commit to We commit to We commit to We commit to We commit to using an collaborating developing and continuously using MTSS structure that through PLCs delivering a reviewing and evidence-based responds to both social- Guaranteed and responding to instructional emotional and academic Viable Curriculum assessment data strategies needs

Colfax-Mingo Vision for Learning: Colfax-Mingo’s vision is to ensure curriculum, instruction, and assessment are student centered and focused on continuous improvement. Meaningful learning is achieved through collaboration, technology integration, and high expectations for all. August 2021 • Page 5 2021-22 ELEMENTARY STAFF 20 West Broadway • 515-674-3465 • FAX 515-674-4396

Mr. Brian Summy - Elementary Principal [email protected] Mrs. Annette McGill - Elementary Secretary [email protected]

Mrs. Lindsey Cummins - School Nurse [email protected]

Staff Grade Staff Grade Para-Educator Nutrition Staff Staff Grade GradeStaff Staff Grade Grade Para-EducatorPara-Educator NutritionNutrition

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August 2021 • Page 7 THE FOLLOWING FORMS ARE PART OF ON-LINE REGISTRATION. COPIES MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE SCHOOL

Covid-19 School Activities Student Permission, Release & Hold Harmless Form 2021-2022 Iowa Application For Free & Reduced Price School Meals/Milk Standard Fee Waiver Application Diet Modification Request Form Iowa Immunization Requirements Student Health Registration Form Certificate Of Dental Screening Student Transportation Form Iowa Athletic Pre-Participation Physical Examination Form Heads Up: Concussion In High School Sports Colfax-Mingo Community Service Requirements & Form NOTE: Most forms are available on website ie: Forms and Handbooks August 2021 • Page 8

Colfax-Mingo Beliefs Emergency Drills 1. Although students learn in a variety of ways, all students During the school year, several fire, tornado, evacuation and can learn. lockdown drills will be held. It is extremely important that staff 2. Students must take responsibility/ownership of their learning. and students respond both correctly and immediately. Instruc- 3. High expectations lead to higher results. tions as to where to go in these emergencies are posted within 4. Education is a partnership, which requires communication the perspective buildings. among schools, family and community. 5. Learning is a lifelong journey. Freedom of Expression 6. A safe environment that fosters dignity, tolerance, diversity Under the US Constitution, all individuals have the right of and respect, enhances learning. freedom of expression. However, student expression made on 7. Students’ social, emotional & behavioral needs must be met school premises or as a part of a school-sponsored activity must for learning to take place. be appropriate. Students will be allowed freedom of expression of 8. Students need positive role models. their viewpoints and opinions as long as the expression is respon- sibly done. Student expression shall not, in the judgement of the NOTICE: Corporal Punishment, Restraint, and Physical administration, encourage the breaking of laws, cause defamation Confinement & Detention of persons, or contain obscenity or indecency. State law forbids school employees from using corporal punish- ment against any student. Certain actions by school employees Social Media are not considered corporal punishment. Additionally, school em- Within the Colfax-Mingo School, we recognize the effective use ployees may use “reasonable and necessary force, not designed of social media with students (both in and out of the classroom) or intended to cause pain” to do certain things, such as prevent can help to create transformative learning environments. With it, harm to persons or property. we are able to further our vision as a “learning organization,” in the State law also places limits school employees’ abilities to re- way that we are able to collaborate, create, and learn together. As strain or confine and detain any student. The law limits why, how, this is a “new world” for many, we have set guidelines for educa- where and for how long a school employee may restrain or confine tors and stakeholders that will help promote innovation in a safe and detain a child. If a child is restrained or confined and detained, manner for staff, students and community. the school must maintain documentation and must provide certain types of notice to the child’s parent. Compulsory Attendance If you have any questions about this state law, please contact Parents within the school district who have children over age the Office of the Superintendent at 515-674-3646. The complete six and under age sixteen by September 15, in proper physical and text of the law and additional information is available on the Iowa mental condition to attend school, shall have the children attend Department of Education’s web site: www.iowa.gov/educate. the attend the school district at the attendance center designated by the Board. Emergency Procedures Students shall attend school the number of days school is in The Colfax-Mingo Community School District has developed session in accordance with the school calendar. a Crisis Response Plan that is designed to minimize danger to anyone occupying a school, should an emergency occur. Our ABSENCES/TARDIES main objective is to attend to the health and welfare of your child/ Parental Notification Responsibility children in the event of a crisis. It shall be the responsibility of the parent/guardian to notify the In most emergencies, your child will remain and be cared for school attendance center as soon as the parent/guardian knows the at the school he/she attends. In the rare event of an emergency student will be absent. Regular attendance by students is essential affecting the school your child attends that prohibits re-entry to for students to obtain maximum opportunities from the educational the building (such as a broken gas or water main, a fire or toxic program. A parent/guardian notification does not constitute an waste spill, etc.) students will be accompanied to a pre-determined excused absence. The principal may request evidence or written alternate site or be dismissed to return home for the day. verification of the student’s reasons for absence. All absences will We ask that you follow this procedure if you hear of any school be considered unexcused until parental notification is received. A emergency: (1) TURN ON YOUR RADION TO WHO, KJJY, OR text message to your child DOES NOT substitute for a phone call to KCOB. With the use of text message, we will keep the media in- the school for permission to leave school grounds. formed of any emergency. (2) PLEASE DO NOT TELEPHONE Following are considered appropriate excused absences: (1) THE SCHOOL. We must use our phone lines to respond to the Illness, (2) Medical or dental appointments that cannot be schedule emergency. (3) PLEASE DO NOT COME TO THE SCHOOL UN- outside of the school day (such appointments should general not LESS YOU HAVE BEEN REQUESTED TO PICK UP YOUR CHILD cause a student to miss an entire school day). We suggest such AT SCHOOL. Any emergency involving your child’s school may appointments be scheduled during studyhalls or alternating class mean that emergency vehicles and workers must be able to get periods. (3) Death or serious illness in the family. (4) Court or into the building. If the emergency necessitates relocation of staff judicial appearances scheduled beyond the control of the student. and students, you will be informed through parental emails, texts (5) Other verified emergencies. and radio stations. Absences for the following reasons will be considered unex- cused: (1) Intentional skipping of class, studyhall, or school, (2) August 2021 • Page 9

Working for an employer, (3) Oversleeping dismissed. rules and regulations may be disciplined (4) Transportation problems, (5) Pleasure School officials determine whether for conduct which disrupts or interferes trips such as shopping, (6) Appointments buses will follow the regular routes. If the with the education program; conduct such as haircuts, tanning, or obtaining a buses do not follow the regular routes, they which disrupts the orderly and efficient drivers license which could be made outside follow emergency routes or the parents are operation of the school district or school of class time, (7) Staying at home to do responsible for picking up the students at activity; conduct which disrupts the rights school work, (8) Leaving the school build- the student’s school. of other students to obtain their education ing or campus without prior administrative The principal will determine whether to or to participate in school activities; or approval, (9) Absences for which the parent hold extracurricular activities and/or prac- conduct which interrupts the maintenance gives no reason, (10) Senior Skip Day. tices. If the extracurricular activity is to be of a disciplined atmosphere. Disciplinary **NOTE: Please refer to the student held, it will be voluntary for students. Stu- measures include, but are not limited to, handbooks for complete policies dents and parents are notified in the same removal from the classroom, detention, manner as the notification that school was suspension, probation and expulsion. Dis- Unexcused Absences & Truancy dismissed, or notification will be made by cipline can also include prohibition from Truancy is an unexcused absence of individual phone calls. participating in extracurricular activities, three (3) days per quarter. Truancy is the including athletics. The discipline imposed act of being absent without a reasonable Jurisdictional Statement is based upon the facts and circumstances excuse. Truancy will not be tolerated by the The handbook is an extension of board surrounding the incident and the student’s Colfax-Mingo School District. policy and is a reflection of the goals and record. The school reserves and retains The truancy officer shall investigate the objectives of the board. The board, admin- the right to modify, eliminate, or establish cause for a truancy. If the investigator is istration and employees expect students school district policies, rules and regula- unable to secure the truant student’s at- to conduct themselves in a manner fitting tions as circumstances warrant, including tendance, the investigator shall discuss the to their age level and maturity and with those contained in the handbook. Students next step with the superintendent. If, after respect and consideration for the rights are expected to know the contents of the additional efforts, the student is still truant, of others. Students are expected to treat handbook and comply with it. Students or the investigator shall refer the matter to the teachers, other employees, students, visi- parents with questions or concerns may County Attorney. tors and guests with respect and consid- contact the principals’ or superintendent’s The school will participate in mediation, eration for the rights of others. Students offices for information about the current if requested by the County Attorney. The ap- are expected not to use abusive language, enforcement of the policies, rules or regula- propriate building principal shall represent profanity or obscene gestures, or language. tions of the school district. Definitions In the the school district in mediation. The school The handbook and school district policies, handbook, the word “parent” also means district will monitor the student’s compliance rules and regulations are in effect while “guardian” unless otherwise stated. An ad- with the mediation agreement and will report students are on school grounds, school ministrator’s title, such as superintendent violations of the mediation agreement to the district property, or on property within the or principal, also means that individual’s County Attorney. jurisdiction of the school district; while on designee unless otherwise stated. The term school-owned and/ or school-operated “school grounds” includes the school district INCLEMENT WEATHER buses, or vehicles, or chartered buses; facilities, school district property, property When school is cancelled because of while attending or engaged in school activi- within the jurisdiction of the school district inclement weather prior to the start of the ties; and while away from school grounds or school district premises, school-owned school day, students and parents are noti- if the misconduct directly affects the good or school-operated buses, or vehicles and fied over WHO, KMXD, KLYF, KISS, KJJY, order, efficient management and welfare chartered buses. The term “school facili- KCOB, KRTI, KIOA, KRNT, KXTK, KLTI, of the school district, or involves students ties” includes school district buildings. The KAZR & KSTZ radio stations. KCCI and or staff. School district policies, rules and term “school activities” means all school WHO & WOI television will also carry the regulations are in effect 12 months a year. activities in which students are involved announcement. The school will also use A violation of a school district policy, rule whether they are school-sponsored or text messages to notify. or regulation may result in disciplinary ac- school-approved, whether they are an event Normally the announcement will be tion and may affect a student’s eligibility or an activity, or whether they are held on made by 6 am. to participate in extracurricular activities or off school grounds. If school is dismissed because of inclem- whether the violation occurred while school ent weather, after the school day has begun, was in session or while school was not in parents are notified by the same means. session. Students are expected to comply Parents of students who ride the bus are with and abide by the school district’s poli- notified how students will be returned home cies, rules and regulations. Students who with the notification that school has been fail to abide by the school district’s policies, August 2021 • Page 10

COLFAX-MINGO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2021-2022 SCHOOL CALENDAR

School Building Hours: January 2022 July 2021 Elementary 8:00 - 3:15 M T W T F Secondary 8:15 - 3:15 M T W T F Days Hrs 1 2 August 2-6; 9-13 Teacher - Collaborative Flex Day 3 4 5 6 7 85 541.2 5 6 7 8 9 August 16, 17 New Teachers Prof Development 12 13 14 15 16 10 11 12 13 14 90 573 August 18,19,23, 24 All Teachers Prof Development 19 20 21 22 23 17 18 19 20 21 94 598.2 August 25 First Student Day 26 27 28 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 99 630 September 6 Labor Day - No School 31 100 636.7 September 8 90-min Late Starts Begin October 11 Teacher Prof Development - No School August 2021 October 29 1st Quarter Ends (46 days) February 2022 M T W T F Days Hrs November 4,11 Parent/Teacher Conferences~Elementary M T W T F Days Hrs November 11,16 Parent/Teacher Conferences~Secondary 1 2 3 4 104 661.8 2 3 4 5 6 November 8 Teacher Prof Development - No School 7 8 9 10 11 109 693.7 9 10 11 12 13 November 12 1st Trimester Ends (55 days) 14 15 16 17 18 114 725.5 16 17 18 19 20 November 24 Teacher Comp Day - No School 21 22 23 24 25 118 750.7 23 24 25 26 27 3 20 November 25 - 26 Thanksgiving Break - No School 28 119 757.3 30 31 5 33.3 Dec 22 - Jan 2 Winter Break January 3 School Resumes 2nd Quarter Ends (44 days) September 2021 January 14 March 2022 1st Semester Ends (90 days) M T W T F Days Hrs January 17 Teacher Prof Development - No School M T W T F Days Hrs 1 2 3 8 53.3 February 21 Presidents Day - No School 1 2 3 4 123 781.5 6 7 8 9 10 12 78.5 February 25 2nd Trimester Ends (63 days) 7 8 9 10 11 128 811.3 13 14 15 16 17 17 110.3 March 3,8 Parent/Teacher Conferences~Elementary 14 15 16 17 18 20 21 22 23 24 22 142.2 March 3,10 Parent/Teacher Conferences~Secondary 21 22 23 24 25 133 843.2 27 28 29 30 26 167.3 March 11 Teacher Comp Day - No School 28 29 30 31 137 868.3 March 12-20 Spring Break October 2021 March 25 3rd Quarter Ends (43 days) April 2022 M T W T F Days Hrs April 18 Teacher Contract Day - No School M T W T F Days Hrs 1 27 174 May 11 90-min Late Starts End 1 138 875 4 5 6 7 8 32 205.8 May 19 Seniors Last Day 4 5 6 7 8 143 906.7 11 12 13 14 15 36 231 May 22 High School Graduation 1:00PM 11 12 13 14 15 148 938.7 18 19 20 21 22 41 262.8 May 24 Pre-School Last Day 18 19 20 21 22 152 963.8 25 26 27 28 29 46 294.7 Last Day of School 25 26 27 28 29 157 995.7 May 26 - 4th Quarter Ends (43 days) 2 hour early out 3rd Trimester Ends (58 days) 2nd Semester Ends (86 days) May 2022 November 2021 May 27 Teacher Prof Development - No School M T W T F Days Hrs M T W T F Days Hrs May 30 Memorial Day - No School May 31 - June 10 Teacher - Collaborative Flex Day 1 2 3 4 5 51 325.5 May 27; 2 3 4 5 6 162 1027.5 8 9 10 11 12 55 349.7 Reserved as Make-up Days May 31 - June 3 9 10 11 12 13 167 1059.3 15 16 17 18 19 61 387.2 16 17 18 19 20 172 1042.7 22 23 24 25 26 63 400.5 23 24 25 26 27 176 1117.3 29 30 65 413.8 30 31

Conferences (4:00-8:00 pm): June 2022 December 2021 1 hour early dismissal Nov 4, 11, 16 M T W T F M T W T F Days Hrs March 3, 8, 10 1 2 3 1 2 3 68 432.2 Board Approved: > Each Wednesday (Sept.8 - May 11), school will begin 1 hour and 6 7 8 9 10 6 7 8 9 10 73 464.2 30 minutes later. Adjusted start time will be used for staff 13 14 15 16 17 13 14 15 16 17 78 496 professional development. > 400 min per day (310 min on late starts) 20 21 22 23 24 20 21 22 23 24 80 509.3 27 28 29 30 27 28 29 30 31 District Office 515-674-3646 Elementary School 515-674-3465 Junior/Senior High School 515-674-4111 www.colfax-mingo.k12.ia.us August 2021 • Page 11

Colfax-Mingo Community School District 2021-2022 Student Fees

Book Rental – All Students Grades K-5………………………………………………..…$35.00 Elementary Consumables……………………………………………………………………...$35.00 Pre-School 3 year old two day program..(monthly fee) ……………………,…$55.00 Pre-School 3 year old four day program..(monthly fee) ………………………$110.00 Developmental Kindergarten & 4 year old Pre-School………………………….. FREE Pre-School Consumables (3 and 4 year olds)………………………………….……..$30.00

Book Rental – All Students Grades 7-8……………………………..…………………..$40.00 Middle School Consumables………………………………………………………………….$40.00 Middle School Band Instrument Rental Fee…………………………………………..$40.00 Middle School Assignment Book (Grades 7-8)……………………………………….$ 5.00

Book Rental—All Students Grades 9-12………………………………………………...$45.00 High School Consumables…………..………………………………………………………...$45.00 High School Assignment Book……………………………………………………………..…$ 5.00 High School Band Instrument Rental Fee…………………….………………………. $40.00 Vocational Safety Equipment……..……………..………………………………………….$ 5.00 Science Lab Safety Equipment..…………………………………………………..……….$ 10.00 Class Dues [optional] ………………..………………………………………………………….$20.00

2021-2022 ACTIVITY TICKETS Student Activity $50 Adult Activity $100 Family Activity $225

2021-2022 LUNCH PRICES One Day Pre-K (snack ticket) $ .60 Extra Milk $ .40 Breakfast-Elementary $1.45 Breakfast-Grades 6-12 $1.45 Breakfast-Adult $1.80 Lunch-Pre-K thru 12 $3.05 Lunch-Adult $3.85 August 2021 • Page 12

Colfax-Mingo Elementary Supply List 2021-2022

Little Tigerhawk Preschool Kindergarten 1-Supply box (plastic 9x5) 24 – pencils - #2 1-box Ziploc brand slider bags quart size (AM students 8 - .77 oz. Elmer’s glue stick (big glue sticks) 1-box Ziploc brand slider bags gallon size (PM 1 - Blunt 5” Fiskars scissors students) 9 – 24 ct. Crayola crayons 3 – Elmer’s brand glue stick (big glue sticks) 1 – 160 ct. Kleenex 2 – Crayola brand washable classic markers (10 ct.) 1 – 2”Avery View Binder, white 4– Box Crayola brand crayons (regular 24 ct.) 1 - 1” Avery View Binder, black 1- Crayola brand water-color paint set (8 ct. ) Please only write name on binders 1 – Fiskars scissors blunt 5” 4 – 2 pocket folders 1 - 1” Avery View Binder 1 – Hard Plastic 9x5 spacemaker supply box 1- Plastic 2 pocket folder for home/school 1 – Small pink bevel eraser communication 1-4 pack Skinny/Thin Expo dry erase markers 1 – set of seasonal clothing (to be left In preschooler’ 1 - Crayola watercolor 8 count paint set backpack) 1- Headphones (no ear buds please) 1 - Crayola colored pencil set of 12 Developmental Kindergarten 1 – gallon Ziploc baggies(girls) 10 – pencils - #2 1 – sandwich size Ziploc baggies (boys) 3 - .77 oz. Elmer’s glue stick (big glue sticks) 1 - Blunt 5” Fiskars scissors 1st Grade 4 – 24 ct. Crayola crayons 1 – plastic school box 2 – Crayola Classic Washable Markers - thick (10 6 – 24 ct. Crayola crayons ct.) 24 - #2 pencils 3 – Highlighters (any color) 4 – Pocket only folders 1 – 160 ct. Kleenex 4 – pink bevel eraser 1 – 1” Avery View Binder, white 12 - small Elmer’s glue sticks 1 - 1” Avery View Binder, black 1 – sharp 5” Fiskar scissors ( Please only write name on binders – on the 2 – 160 ct. boxes of Kleenex inside) 1 – 1” Avery view binder-White 2 – 2 pocket folders (without prongs) 1 – headphones (no earbuds) 2 – 2 pocket folders with prongs 1-Wide ruled 1 subject spiral notebook 1 – Hard Plastic 9x5 spacemaker supply box 1 - pack Expo dry erase markers 2nd Grade 1 - Crayola watercolor 8 count paint set 1 – sharp 5” scissors 4 - Expo skinny markers (black only) 12 - #2 pencils (yellow only) 2 – 24 ct. Crayola crayons 8 – small Elmer’s glue sticks 2 – pocket- only folder 3 – 70 ct. spiral notebook/wide rule 1 - plastic school box (without lock) 2 – 160 ct. boxes of Kleenex 4– Pink bevel eraser 2 - Highlighter August 2021 • Page 13 August 2021 • Page 14

Colfax-Mingo

Junior High Supplies

These are recommended basic supplies for your student to have. Teachers may request specific items for their class during the first week of school.

❏ 3 ring notebook/binder ❏ Loose leaf notebook paper ❏ Folders ❏ #2 Pencils ❏ Pens ❏ Colored Pencils ❏ Glue Sticks ❏ Highlighter ❏ 1 pack - Index Cards - Lined (100) ❏ Inexpensive headphones or earbuds ❏ Water Bottle ❏ Required: Gym Clothes: T-Shirt, Shorts/Sweatpants, and deodorant ❏ Lock for locker - Students may use a lock on their lockers. If they use their own, we ask that they provide the office with their extra key or the combination. This prevents us from having to cut the lock off if they forget their key at home or do not remember their combination.

High School Supplies

It is recommended to buy basic supplies for the first day of school. These may include: Pencils, paper, pens, notebooks, etc. Teachers may request specific supplies for their class during the first week of school.

High school students will need:

❏ Gym Clothes: T-Shirt, Shorts/Sweatpants, and deodorant ❏ Inexpensive headphones or earbuds ❏ Water Bottle

Supplies required for freshman (9th grade): ❏ 8 Folders ❏ 1 Spiral Notebook

August 2021 • Page 15

Policy Title: BUSES AND The operation of a safe and dent may include removing the A sex offender who has OTHER SCHOOL DISTRICT effective transportation program student from the school bus until been convicted of a sex offense VEHICLES: PENALTIES FOR necessitates the prohibition of the end of the current school year against a minor who is legally INFRACTIONS the behaviors listed above. In or beyond if deemed appropriate. entitled to vote shall not be in Buses are primarily used to the event that an improper action In the event of an infraction violation of this policy solely for transport students to and from occurs, the following procedures deemed severe by the Transpor- the period of time reasonably school. Students who ride the will be followed: tation Supervisor, sets ‘A’ and ‘B’ necessary to exercise the right bus and other school district A. First Infraction may be bypassed, with the situa- to vote in a public election if the vehicles to and from school, The Bus Driver or designee tion to be dealt with as described polling location of the offender is extracurricular activities or any will confer one-to-one with the in step ‘C.’ located in a Colfax-Mingo facility. other destination must comply student and a written re- If a serious problem arises on A sex offender who has with school district policies, rules port will be sent to the Trans- the bus that demands immediate been convicted of a sex offense and regulations. Students are portation Site Supervisor and attention, the driver shall radio against a minor shall not operate, responsible to the driver while Building Principal. the Transportation Site Supervi- manage, be employed by, or act on the bus or in another school The Transportation Site sor for assistance. as a contractor or volunteer at a vehicle, loading or unloading or Supervisor shall contact the Under no circumstances will Colfax-Mingo elementary or sec- leaving the bus. The driver has parent(s) or guardians to report a driver put a student off the bus ondary school or child care facil- the responsibility to discipline a the incident. before arriving at the destination ity. This policy shall not apply to student and may notify the Prin- B. Second Infraction - school, or home. resident students of school age. cipal of a student’s inappropriate The Bus Driver or designee Separate policies or procedures bus conduct. shall submit a written report to Restrictions Regarding will be applied to these persons. Persons riding in school the Transportation Site Persons Required To district vehicles shall adhere to Supervisor and Building Register On The Sex Offender USDA Nondiscrimination the following rules. The driver, Principal. The Building Principal Registry Statement sponsor and chaperones are to shall contact the parent(s) or Any person required to regis- All FNS nutrition assistance follow the school district policies, guardians and the student. The ter as a sex offender under Iowa programs, State or local agen- rules and regulations for student penalty for a second infraction law who has been convicted of cies, and their sub recipients, violations. The following behav- is probation, and/or the Build- a sex offense against a minor, or must post the following Nondis- iors shall not be permitted on a ing Principal may suspend the any person required to register crimination Statement: school bus: student from riding for one to as a sex offender in another ju- In accordance with Federal 1. hitting, three days. risdiction for an offense involving civil rights law and U.S. Depart- 2. spitting, C. Third Infraction a minor, shall not do any of the ment of Agriculture (USDA) civil 3. profanity/abusive The Bus Driver or designee following: rights regulations and policies, language shall submit a written report to • Be present upon the prop- the USDA, its Agencies, offices, 4. name calling, the Transportation Site Super- erty of a Colfax-Mingo public and employees, and institutions 5. failure to remain seated, visor, and the Transportation elementary or secondary school participating in or administering 6 throwing objects, inside or Site Supervisor shall notify the or child care facility. USDA programs are prohibited outside of bus Building Principal. The Build- • Loiter within three hundred from discriminating based on 7. obstructing aisles, ing Principal shall notify the feet of the boundary of a Colfax- race, color, national origin, sex, 8. making excessive noise, parent(s)/guardians that student Mingo elementary or secondary disability, age, or reprisal or 9. assault, is immediately suspended from school or child care facility. retaliation for prior civil rights 10. fighting, riding the bus, and that the bus • Be present on or in any vehi- activity in any program or activity 11. vandalism, riding privilege will be restored cle owned, leased, or contracted conducted or funded by USDA. failure to comply with a rea- only after a meeting of the stu- by a Colfax-Mingo elementary Persons with disabilities who sonable request from the bus dent, the Building Principal, or secondary school when the require alternative means of driver or supervisor, Bus driver, Transportation Site vehicle is in use to transport communication for program 13. possession of a weapon, Supervisor, and the parent(s)/ students to or from a school or information (e.g. Braille, large 14. possession of tobacco guardians results in a satisfac- school-related activities. print, audiotape, American Sign or smoking, tory agreement. A sex offender who has been Language, etc.), should con- 15. possession of alcohol or D. Fourth Infraction convicted of a sex offense against tact the Agency (State or local) other controlled substances, Students who receive a fourth a minor who is the parent or le- where they applied for benefits. 16. any other conduct notice shall be suspended and gal guardian of a Colfax-Mingo Individuals who are deaf, hard of deemed hazardous to the safety shall be referred to the Super- student shall not be in violation hearing or have speech disabili- of the passengers or to the bus. intendent of Schools for appro- of this policy solely during the ties may contact USDA through HS students will ride same priate action. Parents shall be period of time reasonably neces- the Federal Relay Service at in-town bus at all times notified of such action and shall sary to transport the offender’s (800) 877-8339. Additionally, pro- KEEP ARMS INSIDE OF have an opportunity for a hearing. own student to or from a Colfax- gram information may be made BUS AT ALL TIMES Action taken by the Superinten- Mingo facility. available in languages other than August 2021 • Page 16

English. your completed form or letter to nación del Departmamento de Code section 216.6, 216.7, and To file a program complaint USDA by: Agricultura (USDA) 216.9. If you have questions or of discrimination, complete the 1. mail: U.S. Department of grievances related to compli- USDA Program Discrimination Agriculture, Office of the Assis- ance with this policy by this CNP Iowa Nondiscrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found tant Secretary for Civil Rights, Statement Provider, please contact the Iowa online at: http://www.ascr.usda. 1400 Independence Avenue SW, It is the policy of this CNP Civil Rights Commission, Grimes gov/complaint_filing_cust.html , Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; provider not to discriminate on State Office Building, 400 E 14th and at any USDA office, or write 2. fax: 202-690-7442; or the basis of race, creed, color, St, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004; Page 18 Correction a letter addressed to USDA and 3. email: program.intake@ sex, sexual orientation, gender phone number 515-281-4121 or provide in the letter all of the in- usda.gov identity, national origin, disability, 800-457-4416; website: https:// formation requested in the form. This institution is an equal op- age, or religion in its programs, icrc.iowa.gov/. To request a copy of the complaint portunity provider. activities, or employment prac- LUNCHRevised March PRICES 21, 2016 form, call 866-632-9992. Submit Declaración de no discrimi- tices as required by the Iowa Page 18 Correction One Day Pre-School Snack………………. $ .60

Extra Milk………………………….. $ .40 LUNCH PRICESBreakfast-Elementary……….. $ 1.45 One Day Breakfast-Grades 6-12………. $ 1.45 Pre-School Snack………………. $ .60 Breakfast—Adult…………….... $ 1.80 Extra Milk………………………….. $ .40 Lunch-Pre K thru 12…………… $ 3.05 Breakfast-Elementary……….. $ 1.45 Lunch-Adult………………………. $ 3.85 Breakfast-Grades 6-12………. $ 1.45 Breakfast—Adult…………….... $ 1.80 Lunch-Pre K thru 12…………… $ 3.05 Lunch-Adult………………………. $ 3.85 Student Fee Waiver & Reduction Procedure Students whose families meet the income guidelines for free and reduced price lunch, the Family Investment Program [FIP], Supple- mental Security Income [SSI], transportation assistance under open enrollment, or who are in foster care are eligible to have their student fees waived, or partially waived. Students whose families are experiencing a temporary financial difficulty may be eligible for the temporary waiver of student fees. Parents or students who believe they may qualify for temporary financial hardship should contact the principal’s secretary during registration or by August 31 annually for a waiver form. This waiver does not carry over from year to year and must be requested and completed annually.

WAIVER STATEMENT If your child(ren) qualifies for free or reduced price meals, you may also be eligible for other benefits. If you sign this waiver, your child(ren) will be considered for a full or partial waiver of school fees. I understand that I will be releasing information that will show that I applied for free and reduced price school meals for my child(ren). I give up my rights to confidentiality for waiver of school fees ONLY. I certify that I am the parent/guardian of the child(ren) for whom application is being made.

Signature of Parent/guardian ______Date ______

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO COMPLETE THIS WAIVER TO GET FREE OR REDUCED PRICE SCHOOL MEALS. August 2021 • Page 17

WELLNESS POLICY advertising of foods and beverages that meal programs using Smarter Lunchroom The Colfax-Mingo Community School meet the Smart Snacks in school nutritional techniques District’s Board of Education is committed to standards on campus during the school day. · Nutrition services policies and guidelines the optimal development of every student. The superintendent or superintendent’s for reimbursable meals shall not be less The board believes for students to have the designee shall implement and ensure compli- restrictive than federal and state regulations opportunity to achieve personal, academic, ance with the policy by: require developmental, and social success, there · Reviewing the policy at least every three · A la carte offerings to students shall needs to be a positive, safe, and health- years and recommending updates as appro- meet United States Department of Agriculture promoting learning environment at every priate for board approval; (USDA)Smart Snacks in Schools nutrition level, in every setting. · Implementing a process for permitting standards and guidelines The school district provides a compre- parents, students, representatives of the · Provides staff development programs hensive learning environment for developing school food authority, teachers of physical and training for nutrition staff meeting the and practicing lifelong wellness behaviors. education, school health professionals, the USDA professional standards for child nutri- The entire school environment, not just the school board, administrators and the public to tion professionals classroom, shall be aligned with healthy participate in the development, implementa- Goal 2 – Physical Activity: Schools will school district goals to positively influence a tion, and periodic review and update of the provide students and staff with age and student’s understanding, beliefs and habits policy; grade appropriate opportunities to engage as they relate to good nutrition and regular · Making the policy and updated assess- in physical activity that meet federal and physical activity. In accordance with law and ment of the implementation available to the state guidelines, including the IowaHealthy this belief, the board commits to the following: public (e.g., posting on the website, newslet- Kids Act. The goal(s) for addressing physical The school district will identify at least one ters, etc). This information shall include the activity include the following goal in each of the following areas: extent to which the schools are in compliance · Develop a comprehensive, school- · Nutrition Education and Promotion: with policy and a description of the progress based physical activity program (CSPAP), Schools will provide nutrition education and being made in attaining the goals of the that includes the following components: engage in nutrition promotion that helps policy; and o Physical education, recess; students develop lifelong healthy eating · Developing administrative regulations, o Classroom-based physical activity behaviors. which shall include specific wellness goals · Promote the benefits of a physically ac- · Physical Activity: Schools will provide and indicators for measurement of progress tive lifestyle and help students develop skills students with age and grade appropriate op- consistent with law and district policy. to engage in lifelong healthy habits portunities to engage in physical activity that Legal Reference: · Engage students in moderate to vigor- meet the Iowa Healthy Kids Act. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1751 et seq. ous activity during at least 50 percent of · Other School Based Activities that Pro- 42 U.S.C. §§ 1771 et seq. physical education class time mote Wellness: As appropriate, schools will Iowa Code §§ 256.7(29); 256.11(6). · Encourage classroom teachers to support students, staff, and parents’ efforts 281 I.A.C. 12.5; 58.11. provide short physical activity breaks (3-5 to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Cross Reference: minutes), as appropriate The following nutritional guidelines for 504.5 Student Fund Raising · Offer classroom health education that food available on school campuses will be 504.6 Student Activity Program complements physical education by reinforc- adhered to: 710 School Food Services ing the knowledge and self-management · Meals served through the National skills needed to maintain a physically active School Lunch and School Breakfast Program WELLNESS REGULATION lifestyle will be appealing and meet, at a minimum, To implement the Wellness Policy, the · Ensure physical activity is not used for nutrition requirements established by state following district specific goals have been or withheld as a punishment and federal law; established: · Afford elementary students with recess · Schools providing access to healthy Goal 1 – Nutrition Education and Promo- according to the following: foods outside the reimbursable meal pro- tion: Schools will provide nutrition education o At least 20 minutes a day; grams before school, during school and thirty and engage in nutrition promotions that help o Outdoors as weather and time minutes after school shall meet the United students develop lifelong healthy eating be- permits; States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) haviors. The goal(s) for addressing nutrition o Encourages moderate to vigorous Smart Snacks in Schools nutrition standards, education and nutrition promotion include physical activity at a minimum. This includes such items as the following · Scheduled to avoid extended periods of those sold through a la carte lines, vending · Provide students with the knowledge inactivity (i.e., periods of two or more hours) machines, student run stores, and fundrais- and skills necessary to promote and protect Goal 3 – Other School-Based Activities ing activities; their health that Promote Student Wellness: Schools will · Snacks provided to students during the · Promote fruits, vegetables, whole-grain support student, staff, and parents’ efforts to school day without charge (e.g., class par- products, low-fat and fat-free dairy products, maintain a healthy lifestyle, as appropriate. ties) will meet standards set by the district in and healthy foods The goal(s) for addressing other school- accordance law. · Implement evidence-based healthy food based activities that promote student well- · Schools will promote marketing and promotion techniques through the school ness include the following: August 2021 • Page 18

· Foods and beverages should not be nonprofit school nutrition program. Notifications used as a reward, or withheld as punishment K-6th Grades Procedure: For parents/guardians providing an · Engage students through taste-tests of 1. Printed balance notification sent home email address, an email will be sent from the new school meal items and surveys to identify with students $5.00 or below daily school district notifying parents/guardians of new, healthful, and appealing food choices 2. $0.00 balance or below, students will their student(s) low balance on a daily basis · Permit students to bring and carry water not be allowed to charge an extra entrée, an until funds are deposited into the student’s bottles filled with water throughout the day extra milk or a la carte account. For parents/guardians not provid- · Make drinking water available where 3. Phone call made to parents/guard- ing an email address, a printed balance school meals are served during mealtimes ians by the nutrition department at -$5.00 or notification will be sent home with students · Encourage fundraising efforts held out- below daily as stated above. side school hours to sell only non-food items, 4. If no response at -$25.00, building Negative Account Balances promote physical activity, or include foods and principal or district designee contacts par- Negative student balances will be car- beverages that meet or exceed the Smart ents/guardians and makes arrangements for ried over to the following school year. These Snacks nutrition standards lunch. Suggestions include cold lunch from negative balances must be taken care of · Strive to provide students with at least 10 home or cash. prior to the start of the school year as a part minutes to eat after sitting down for breakfast 7-12th Grades Procedure: of the school registration process. Parents/ and 20 minutes after sitting down for lunch 1. Printed balance notification sent home guardians with negative student accounts will · Discourage students from sharing foods with students $9.00 or below daily be asked to send lunch from home until nega- or beverages during meal or snack times, 2. $9.00 balance or below, cashier verbal- tive balances have been paid or a payment given concerns about allergies and dietary izes balance to the student schedule has been arranged. needs 3. $0.00 balance or below, students will Free and Reduced Price Meals applica- · Encourage parents/guardians to eat not be allowed to charge an extra entrée, an tion is available to parents/guardians if at any school meals with their student(s) extra milk or a la carte time a parent/guardian believes they may Public Involvement: There is a process 4. $0.00 balance to -$15.00, students qualify for free or reduced lunches under the for permitting parents, students, representa- will be allowed to charge one meal per day federal guidelines. Parents/guardians may tives of the school food authority, teachers (approximately 5 meals) contact the building secretary or the school of physical education, school health profes- 5.-$15.00 or below, students may pay business office for further assistance. sionals, the school board, administrators and cash in the office or bring a cold lunch from The school district and the nutrition the public to participate in the development, home until funds are deposited into the stu- service department reserve the right to take implementation, and periodic review and dent’s account any other reasonable action, including legal update of the policy. Money must be available in a student’s action, to collect the balance due in any stu- · The district has a local wellness policy account in order for extra meals, extra milks dent’s account. At - $35.00, accounts may committee to advise the district on the devel- or a la carte to be purchased. This applies to be forwarded on to a collection service for opment, implementation, and improvement of all students, including students from families recovery. the school wellness policy participating in the free and reduced meal Communication of the Policy program. The policy and supporting information Policy Title: Meal Charges Students who qualify for free meals shall regarding meal charges shall be provided Code No. 701.2 never be denied a reimbursable meal, even in writing to: In accordance with state and federal law, if they have accrued a negative balance from • All households at or before the start of the Colfax-Mingo Community School District previous purchases. Students with outstand- each school year; adopts the following policy to ensure school ing meal charge debt shall be allowed to • Students and families who transfer into district employees, families, and students purchase a meal if the student pays for the the district, at time of transfer; and have a shared understanding of expectations meal when it is received. • All staff responsible for enforcing any regarding meal charges. The policy seeks to Staff aspect of the policy. allow students to receive the nutrition they Employees are expected to pay for all Records of how and when the policy and need to stay focused during the school day, meals in a timely manner. At -$5.00 or below, supporting information was communicated to prevent the overt identification of students employees may pay cash in the office. Nega- households and staff will be retained. with insufficient funds to pay for school meals, tive balances must be paid at the end of the The superintendent may develop an ad- and maintain the financial integrity of the school year. ministrative process to implement this policy. August 2021 • Page 19

6/21 6/21 INFORMATIONINFORMATIO NLETTER LETTER Frequently Asked Questions About Free And Reduced Price School Meals Dear Parent/Guardian: Frequently Asked Questions About Free And Reduced Price School Meals DearChildren Parent/Guardian: need healthy meals to learn. Colfax-Mingo Community School District offers healthy meals every school day. Your school is offering no cost meals in school year 2021-2022 through the Seamless Summer Option. The free and reduced price application may Children need healthy meals to learn. Colfax-Mingo Community School District offers healthy meals every school day. Your school is beoffering needed no by cost your meals school in school for other year programs, 2021-2022 such through as P-EBT. the Seamless Return Summeror mail the Option. completed The free application and reduced to: Jean price Thomas, application 1000 may North be Walnut,needed Colfax, by your IA, school Telephone: for other 515-674-3247; programs, such Email: as P- [email protected]. Return or mail the completed application to: Jean Thomas, 1000 North Walnut, Colfax, IA, Telephone: 515-674-3247; Email: [email protected]. Below are some common questions and answers to help you with the application process. Below are some common questions and answers to help you with the application process.

1.1. WHOWHO CAN CAN GET FREE FREE OR OR REDUCED REDUCED PRICE PRICE MEALS? MEALS? • All children All in children households in households receiving receiving benefits benefits from the from Supplemental the Supplemental Nutrition Nutrition Assistance Assistance Program Program (SNAP-formerly (SNAP-formerly Food Food As- sistance inAssistance Iowa), the in Family Iowa) , Investmentthe Family InvestmentProgram (FIP) Program or a (FIP)few specific or a few specificMedicaid Medicaid programs program are eligibles are eligible for free for or free reduced or price meals.reduced price meals. • Foster children Foster that children are under that are the under legal theresponsibility legal responsibility of a foster of acare foster agency care agencyor court or are court eligible are eligible for free for meals. free meals. • Children participatingChildren participating in their school’s in their Headschool’s Start Head program Start program are eligible are foreligible free formeals. free meals. • Children whoChildren meet whothe definitionmeet the definition of homeless, of homel runaway,ess, runaway, or migrant or migrant are eligible are eligible for free for meals. free meals. • Children mayChildren receive may free receive or reduced free or pricereduced meals price if mealsyour household’s if your household’s income income is at or is below at or belowthe limits the limitson the on Federal the Federal Income Eligibility GuidelinesIncome Eligibility below. Guidelines (Requires belowsubmitting. (Requires an Application submitting for an Free Application and Reduced for Free Price and Meals/Milk.)Reduced Price Meals/Milk.)

FEDERAL INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES for School Year 2021-2022 Household Size Yearly Monthly Twice per Month Every Two Weeks Weekly 1 23,828 1,986 993 917 459 2 32,227 2,686 1,343 1,240 620 3 40,626 3,386 1,693 1,563 782 4 49,025 4,086 2,043 1,886 943 5 57,424 4,786 2,393 2,209 1,105 6 65,823 5,486 2,743 2,532 1,266 7 74,222 6,186 3,093 2,855 1,428 8 82,621 6,886 3,443 3,178 1,589 Each additional person: 8,399 700 350 324 162

2. SHOULD I FILL OUT AN APPLICATION IF I RECEIVED A LETTER THIS SCHOOL YEAR SAYING MY CHILDREN ARE ALREADY APPROVED 2. SHOULDFOR FREE I FILLOR REDUCED OUT AN PRICEAPPLICATION MEALS? No, IF Ibut RECEIVED please read A theLETTER letter carefully THIS SCHOOL and follow YEAR the instructions. SAYING MY If anyCHILDREN children inARE your ALREADYhousehold APPROVED were missing FOR from FREE your notification, OR REDUCED contact PRICE: Jean MEALS?Thomas, No,1000 but North please Walnut, read Colfax,the letter IA, carefully Tele:: 515 and-674 follow-3247; the Email: [email protected] immediately as eligibility for free or reduced price meals is extended to all school age instructions. If any children in your household were missing from your notification, contact: Jean Thomas, 1000 North Walnut, children in a household. If you did not receive a letter from the school, but received a Free Lunch Notice from DHS, submit this Colfax,letter toIA, your Tele:: children’s 515-674-3247; school. YouEmail: may [email protected] add any students living in immediatelyyour household as eligibilitywho are not for listedfree oron reduced the letter price. Also, meals if is extendedsomeone to in all your school household age children receives in fooda household. assistance If andyou youdid notdid notreceive receive a letter either from of these the school, letters, youbut receivedmay complete a Free an Lunch Noticeapplication from DHS, listing submit the case this number letter toas your this willchildren’s qualify school.all school You age may children add anyin your students household living for in freeyour meals. household If you who were are not listedinformed on the that letter. your Also, children if someone will get reducedin your household price meals receives automatically food assistance, see the income and you guidelines did not receiveabove and either if you of thesefeel you letters, would youqualify may forcomplete free meal an benefits,application complete listing anthe application case number for freeas this and will reduced qualify price all schoolmeals. age children in your household for free meals. If you were informed that your children will get reduced price meals automatically, see the income guidelines above and 3. if youWHAT feel IF youWE HAVEwould FOSTER qualify CHILDREN?for free meal Households benefits, complete with foster an and application non-foster for children free and may reduced choose price to include meals. the foster child as a household member, as this may help other children in the household qualify for benefits. If the foster family is not eligible for free 3. WHAT IF WE HAVE FOSTER CHILDREN? Households with foster and non-foster children may choose to include the foster or reduced price meal benefits, that does not prevent a foster child from receiving free meal benefits. child as a household member, as this may help other children in the household qualify for benefits. If the foster family is not

4. eligibleHOW DOfor Ifree KNOW or reducedIF MY CHILDREN price meal QUALIFY benefits, AS HOMELESS, that does MIGRANT,not prevent OR a RUNAWAY?foster child fromDo the receiving members free of yourmeal householdbenefits. lack a 4. HOWpermanent DO I KNOW address? IF MY Are CHILDREN you staying QUALIFY together AS in HOMELESS,a shelter, hotel, MIGRANT, or other temporary OR RUNAWAY? housing Do arrangement? the members Does of your your household family lackrelocate a permanent on a seasonal address? basis? Are Areyou anystaying children together living in with a shelter, you who hotel, have or chosen other totemporary leave their housing prior family arrangement? or household? Does If your you familybelieve relocate children on ina seasonalyour household basis? meet Are anythese children descriptions living withand haven’tyou who been have told chosen your childrento leave will their get prior free family meals, or please household? contact: If youSupt. believe Eric Anderson, children in 1000your householdNorth Walnut, meet Colfax, these descriptions IA 50054 Tele: and 515 haven’t-674 -been3646 told Email: your [email protected] will get free meals, please contact: Supt. Erik Anderson, 1000 North Walnut, Colfax, IA 50054 Tele: 515-674-3646 Email: [email protected] 5. 5. DODO I NEEDI NEED TO TO FILL OUTOUT AN AN APPLICATION APPLICATION FOR FOR EACH EACH CHILD? CHILD? No. Use No. oneUse Freeone Freeand Reduced and Reduced Price PriceSchool School Meals Meals Application Applica for- all students in your household. We cannot approve an application unless complete eligibility information is submitted, so be sure tion for all students in your household. We cannot approve an application unless complete eligibility information is submitted, to complete all required information. so be sure to complete all required information. 6. 6. MYMY CHILD’S CHILD’S APPLICATION WAS WAS APPROVED APPROVED LAST LAST YEAR. YEAR. DO I NEED DO ITO NEED FILL OUTTO FILL A NEW OUT ONE? A NEW Yes. ONE? Yes. YourYour child’s child’s application application is is only only good good for for that that schoolschool yearyear and for the firstfirst few few days days of ofthis this school school year year,, through through September September 24, 24, 20212021 (30 (30 operating operating days days from from the the first first day day of ofschool)]. school) You]. You must must send send in ain new a new application application unless unless the the school school told told you you that that August 2021 • Page 20

your child is eligible for the new school year. When the carry-over period ends, unless you are notified that your children will receive free meals or you submit an application that is approved, the children must pay full price for school meals. The school is not required to send a reminder or a notice of expired eligibility.

7. I GET WIC. CAN MY CHILDREN GET FREE MEALS? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced price meals. Please send in an application.

8. MAY I APPLY IF SOMEONE IN MY HOUSEHOLD IS NOT A U.S. CITIZEN? Yes. You, your children, or other household members do not have to be U.S. citizens to apply for free or reduced price meals.

9. WILL THE INFORMATION I GIVE BE CHECKED? Yes. We may also ask you to send written proof of the household income you report. You are not required to provide proof with your application.

10. IF I DON’T QUALIFY NOW, MAY I APPLY LATER? Yes, you may apply at any time during the school year. For example, children with a parent or guardian who becomes unemployed may become eligible for free or reduced price meals if the house- hold income drops below the income limit, if your household size goes up, or if you start getting SNAP, FIP or other benefits.

11. WHAT IF I DISAGREE WITH THE SCHOOL’S DECISION ABOUT MY APPLICATION? You should talk to school officials. You also may ask for a hearing by calling or writing to: Supt. Erik Anderson, 1000 North Walnut, Colfax, IA 50054 Tele: 515- 674-3646 Email: [email protected]

12. WHAT IF MY INCOME IS NOT ALWAYS THE SAME? List the amount that you normally receive. For example, if you normally make $1000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only made $900, put down that you made $1000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, but do not include it if you only work overtime sometimes. If you have lost a job or had your hours or wages reduced, use your current income.

13. WHAT IF SOME HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS HAVE NO INCOME TO REPORT? Household members may not receive some types of income we ask you to report on the application, or may not receive income at all. Whenever this happens please write a 0 in the field. However, if any income fields are left empty or blank, those will also be counted as zeroes. Please be careful when leaving income fields blank, as we will assume you meant to do so.

14. WE ARE IN THE MILITARY. DO WE REPORT OUR INCOME DIFFERENTLY? Your basic pay and cash bonuses must be reported as income. If you get any cash value allowances for off-base housing, food, or clothing, or receive Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance payments, it must also be included as income. However if your housing is part of the Military Hous- ing Privatization Initiative, do not include your housing allowance as income. There are currently no active Military Housing Projects in Iowa as found on Active Military Housing Projects. Any additional combat pay resulting from deployment is also excluded from income.

15. DO I NEED TO PROVIDE MY SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER? Only the last four digits of the Social Security Number of the household’s primary wage earner or another adult household member (or an indication of “none”) is needed.

16. WHAT IF THERE ISN’T ENOUGH SPACE ON THE APPLICATION FOR MY FAMILY? List any additional household mem- bers on a Supplemental Worksheet, and attach it to your application. Contact Jean Thomas, 1000 North Walnut, Colfax, IA, Telephone: 515-674-3247; Email: [email protected] to receive a Supplemental Worksheet.

17. WHO CAN GET FREE MILK? If your school participates in the Special Milk Program for half day kindergarteners, your kindergarten child may be eligible for free milk. Children who buy extra milk with a meal or if they eat breakfast or lunch and have an afternoon milk break, they are not eligible to receive free milk.

18. MY FAMILY NEEDS MORE HELP. ARE THERE OTHER PROGRAMS WE MIGHT APPLY FOR? To find out how to apply for SNAP or other assistance benefits, contact your local assistance office or call 1-877-347-5678. Your children may be eligible for Hawki (children’s health insurance) or a waiver of school fees. Read the information on the back of the Application for Hawki information. A school waiver form is available from your school.

19. CAN CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES GET FOOD SUBSTITUTIONS? If a child has a disability, as determined by a licensed medical professional, and the disability prevents the child from eating the regular school meal, the school will make substitu- tions prescribed by the licensed medical professional. If a substitution is needed, there will be no extra charge for the meal. Please note, however, that the school is not required to make a substitution for a food allergy, unless it meets the definition of disability. Please call the school for further information.

If you have other questions or need help, call Jean Thomas, Tele: 515-674-3247; Email: [email protected] Sincerely, COLFAX-MINGO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT This institution is an equal opportunity provider. August 2021 • Page 21

Note from Nurse Lindsey hygienist only. licensed health care professional. If the I hope you have enjoyed your summer! · The Iowa Department of Public Health student abuses this policy, the ability to self- I look forward to seeing you and starting off Certificate of Dental Screening is the only administer may be withdrawn by the school another wonderful school year. acceptable form. after notification to the student’s parent. Over the Counter Medication: We · A screening for kindergarten is valid Health History will only offer Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen, from age 3 years to four months after enroll- Please fill out a Student Health Registra- Calamine Lotion or Spray, and Antibiotic ment date. tion Form for every student in your household. Ointment. Only five total doses of fever and · A screening for ninth grade is valid from Additional forms are located in the offices of pain reducing medication (Acetaminophen, one year prior to enrollment to four months the Elementary and Junior/Senior High. You Ibuprofen) will be given per school year. Ad- after enrollment date. may also fill this form out online. This form ditional doses of medication will be given only Iowa Immunization Requirements also serves as your over the counter medica- with written instruction from a physician. No Iowa Code, Chapter 139a.8(6) and Iowa tion consent. medication, prescription or nonprescription, Administrative Code, 641-7.7(139) outline will be given without written parent or guard- the immunization requirement for students Educational Program ian consent. attending licensed child care centers and Series 600 Kindergarten Checklist elementary or secondary schools. Students Policy Title: STUDENT MEDICATION Please make sure your kindergarten stu- shall have received the required immuniza- ADMINISTRATION Code No. 602.7 dent has the following turned into the nurse: tion or have a valid Certificate of Immuniza- Some students may need prescription updated immunization record, physical form, tion Exemption, or Provisional Certificate of and non-prescription medication to participate proof of lead testing, and certificate of dental Immunization. in their educational program. These students screening. Documentation of a vision screen- Illness Expectation shall receive medication concomitant with ing is recommended. The expectation for illness is that your their educational program. 7th Grade student will remain home for 72 hours until Medication shall be administered when A Tdap booster and Meningococcal vac- they are free of fever 100 degrees or greater, the student’s parent or guardian (hereafter cine is REQUIRED. There is no grace period diarrhea, or vomiting without the aid of medi- “parent”) provides a signed and dated written for the Meningococcal vaccine. Please submit cation. statement requesting medication administra- a copy of your student’s updated immuniza- Medication tion, and the medication is in the original tions to the school nurse to avoid exclusion Medications will be administered by labeled container, either as dispensed or in from school. Colfax-Mingo Community School District the manufacturer’s container. 9th Grade personnel under the following guidelines: When administration of the medication A certification of dental screening is · Prescription medication given during requires ongoing professional health judge- required. the school day must be brought to the school ment, an individual health plan shall be 12th Grade office by a parent or guardian. developed by the licensed health personnel Please review your student’s immuniza- · Prescription medication must be in origi- with the student and the student’s parent. tion records. A second dose of the Menin- nal packaging and labeled as dispensed by Only medications prescribed by an au- gococcal vaccine is required unless the first the prescriber or pharmacist and shall identify thorized health care provider will be given at vaccine was given on or after age 16. There the medication, strength, and time interval school. Exceptions include Acetaminophen is no grace period for the Meningococcal medication is to be given. Parental consent or Ibuprofen which can be given up to five vaccine if your student has not had the first is required as well. times per school year with written parental dose of the vaccine. · Medication will be kept in a locked and consent. If a student requires said medication School Dental Screening secure place in each school building. more than five times during a school year, an All children newly enrolling in Iowa el- · Over the counter medication will be order from an authorized health care provider ementary or high school are required to have administered from school supply only upon will be required for additional doses. Antibi- a dental screening. written permission from a parent or guardian. otic ointment and calamine lotion may also This requirement was passed by the 2007 · Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen will only be given with written parental consent only. legislature and became effective July 1, 2008. be given 5 times total during the school year. By law, students with asthma or other The purpose of the dental screening require- Any need for further doses will require written airway constricting diseases, students with ment is to improve the oral health of Iowa’s instruction from a physician. a risk of anaphylaxis who use epinephrine Children. The following are highlights of the · Students with asthma or other airway auto-injectors, and diabetic students may school dental screening requirement: constricting diseases, students with a risk carry and selfadminister their medication · The requirement applies to kindergarten of anaphylaxis who use epinephrine auto- while at school, at school-sponsored activi- and ninth grade students only. injectors, and diabetic students may carry ties, before or after normal school activities · A screening for kindergarten may be and self-administer their medication while while on school property regardless of performed by a licensed dentist, dental hy- at school, at school-sponsored activities, competency as long as written approval has gienist, nurse, advanced registered nurse before or after normal school activities while been received from the student’s parent and practitioner, or physician assistant. on school property regardless of competency prescribing licensed health care professional. · A screening for ninth grade may be as long as written approval has been received If the student abuses this policy, the ability performed by a licensed dentist or dental from the student’s parent and prescribing to self-administer may be withdrawn by the August 2021 • Page 22 school after notification to the student’s par- Persons administering medication shall discontinued, or unused medications need ent. Pursuant to state law, the school district include the licensed registered nurse, parent, to be picked up. If medication is not picked and its employees are to incur no liability, physician, and persons to whom authorized up by the date specified, disposal will be in except gross negligence, as a result of any practitioners have delegated the adminis- accordance with the disposal procedures for injury resulting from self-administration of tration of medication (who have success- the specific medication by the student. fully completed a medication administration Legal Reference: 155A.4(2)”c,” A written medication administration record course). Iowa Code Education shall be on file including: Medication shall be stored in a secured [281]---41.23(281); • date area unless an alternate provision is docu- 12.3(9) • student’s name mented. Emergency protocols for medication- Pharmacy [657]---10.16(204), IAC • prescriber or person authorizing related reactions will be posted. Medication Date of Adoption: information information will be confidential information as December 4, 1995 • medication provided by law. Reviewed & Revised: • administration time Disposal of unused, discontinued/re- January 19, 2009 • administration method called, or expired medication will be in November 17, 2014 • signature and title of the person compliance with federal and state law. Prior March 21, 2016 administering medication to disposal, school personnel will make a June 17, 2019 • any unusual circumstances, actions, reasonable attempt to return medication by or omissions providing written notification that expired, August 2021 • Page 23 August 2021 • Page 24

Notification of Rights under FERPA for unteer assisting another school official in per- Failure to return the assigned device will be Elementary and Secondary Schools forming his or her tasks. A school official has considered loss of device and the student The Family Educational Rights and Priva- a legitimate educational interest if the official will be charged full cost for replacement of cy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students needs to review an education record in order the device. over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Date of Adoption: certain rights with respect to the student’s Upon request, it is optional for the School August 18, 2014 education records. These rights are: to disclose education records without consent Reviewed & Revised: (1) The right to inspect and review the stu- to officials of another school district in which a June 19, 2017 dent’s education records within 45 days of the student seeks or intends to enroll, or is already June 17, 2019 day the School receives a request for access. enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes of Parents or eligible students should submit the student’s enrollment or transfer. [NOTE: Athletic Eligibility Guidance to the School principal [or appropriate school FERPA requires a school district to make a Athletic Eligibility of Students Open official] a written request that identifies the reasonable attempt to notify the parent or stu- Enrolling due to Bullying record(s) they wish to inspect. The School dent of the records request unless it states in and Harassment official will make arrangements for access its annual notification that it intends to forward On April 7, 2016 House File 2264 signed and notify the parent or eligible student of records on request.] into law by Governor Branstad allows the the time and place where the records may (4) The right to file a complaint with the following exception to ninety day ineligibility be inspected. U.S. Department of Education concerning al- for participation in athletic competitions for (2) The right to request the amendment leged failures by the Colfax-Mingo Community students open enrolling: of the student’s education records that the School to comply with the requirements of “ ... if the district of residence determines parent or eligible student believes are inac- FERPA. The name and address of the Office that the pupil was previously subject to a curate, misleading, or otherwise in violation that administers FERPA are: founded incident of harassment or bullying of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. De- as defined in section 280.28 while attending Parents or eligible students who wish partment of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, school in the district of residence.” to ask the Colfax-Mngo School to amend a SW, Washington, DC 20202. This means any student will be immedi- record should write the school principal [or ately eligible for varsity athletic competitions appropriate school official], clearly identify Educational Program if the resident district has determined that the part of the record they want changed, and Series 600 the student exercising open enrollment was specify why it should be changed. If the school Policy Title: STUDENT TAKE HOME DE- subject to a founded incident of harassment decides not to amend the record as requested VICE AGREEMENT Code No. or bullying as defined by Iowa Code section by the parent or eligible student, the school 605.9 280.28. will notify the parent or eligible student of the Terms: decision and advise them of their right to a Junior High and High school students will ISSUANCE OF COLFAX-MINGO hearing regarding the request for amendment. be issued a district-owned Chromebook. By SCHOOL CHROMEBOOKS Additional information regarding the hearing taking possession of a borrowed device, the PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES procedures will be provided to the parent or student agrees to assume full responsibility Your son/daughter has been issued a eligible student when notified of the right to for the safety, security, and care of the loaned Google Chromebook computer to improve a hearing. device. Any loss, theft, or damage to the and personalize his/her education this year. (3) The right to privacy of personally iden- device should be reported to the administra- It is essential that the following guidelines tifiable information in the student’s education tion or technology department within two [2] be followed to ensure the safe, efficient, and records, except to the extent that FERPA school days. ethical operation of this computer. authorizes disclosure without consent. Loss/Theft: • I will supervise my son’s daughter’s use One exception, which permits disclosure A lost or stolen device will result in the of the Google Chromebook at home. without consent, is disclosure to school of- student paying full replacement cost of the • I will discuss our family’s values and ficials with legitimate educational interests. device and associated accessories. The expectations regarding the use of the A school official is a person employed by student should report the incident to a school internet at home and will supervise my the School as an administrator, supervisor, administrator within one [1] school day of the son’s/daughter’s use of the internet. instructor, or support staff member (including occurrence. A police report shall be filed in • I will NOT attempt to repair the Google health or medical staff and law enforcement the case of a theft. Chromebook or replace lost or broken unit personnel); a person serving on the Each student shall be responsible for any chargers without the school’s approval. School Board; a person or company with damage to the device from the time it is issued • I will report to the school any problems whom the School has outsourced services until the time it is turned back into the district with the Chromebook. or functions it would otherwise use its own (including labor costs), beyond any costs that • I will make sure that my son/daughter employees to perform (such as an attorney, may be covered by insurance on the device. recharges the Google Chromebook auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); a Summer Collection of Devices: Stu- battery nightly. parent or student serving on an official com- dents will return their assigned device at the • I will make sure my son/daughter bring mittee, such as a disciplinary or grievance end of each school year to allow technology the Google Chromebook to school ev- committee; or a parent, student, or other vol- staff time to clean and update the devices. ery day and stores the Chromebook in August 2021 • Page 25

the school issued case during times of It will be the responsibility of the Super- District-wide procedures. When the general transport and while the Chromebook is intendent and the AEA Director of Special education interventions are exhausted, staff not is use. Education to provide or make provisions for members may refer student for multidisci- • I understand that if my son/daughter appropriate special education programs and plinary evaluations and provided appropriate comes to school without his/her comput- related services. While the Superintendent will placement. When necessary, other appropri- er, I may be called to bring it to school. be custodian of school records, the building ate educational agencies, such as the AEA, • I agree to make sure that the Google principal will be responsible for maintaining are contacted to assist in locating and properly Chromebook is returned to the school the records of identified special education serving eligible students in the District. when requested and upon my son’s/ students. These records may be viewed by Before any child is identified as eligible for daughter’s withdrawal from Colfax- authorized District personnel in accordance special education services, every effort will be Mingo Community School District. with the requirements of Board policy. made to resolve the presenting problem or be- STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES The Board of Education recognizes some havior at the classroom level. The classroom Your Google Chromebook is an important students have different educational needs teacher will take the primary role in providing learning tool and is for educational purposes than other students. All eligible children be- the necessary support. It is the District’s desire only. In order to take your google Chromebook tween birth and until the appropriate education to follow AEA procedures which will ensure home each day, you must be willing to accept is completed, age twenty-one or to maximum early intervention activities, including early the following responsibilities: age allowable, as defined in the Code of Iowa intervention conferences with appropriate • When using the Google Chromebook at and Individuals With Disabilities Education Act District personnel. home, at school, and anywhere else, I (IDEA) as amended, will be provided a free Prior to any initial evaluations, reevalua- will follow the policies of the Colfax-Mingo and appropriate public education program tions and initial placement in special educa- Community School –especially the Stu- and related services in accordance with the tion, written parent consent will be obtained dent Code of Conduct – and abide by all special education rules and regulations of the as required by law. Prior to placement in a local, state and federal laws. Iowa Department of Education. The District special education program, a comprehen- • I will treat the Google Chromebook with will work in conjunction with Heartland Area sive evaluation will be conducted, including care by not dropping it, getting it wet, Education Agency (AEA) to provide services assessments deemed appropriate by the leaving it outdoors, or using it with food at the earliest appropriate time to children educational diagnostic team. or drink nearby. with disabilities from birth through age 3. Date of Approval: • My Google Chromebook is my respon- This will be done to ensure a smooth transi- December 4, 1995 sibility and will stay in my possession at tion for children entitled to early childhood Reviewed & Revised: all times. special education services at age 3. Students April 19, 1999 • I will NOT modify any software on the requiring special education will attend general April 19, 2004 Google Chromebook. education classes, participate in nonacademic January 19, 2009 • I will NOT attempt to add any additional and extracurricular services and activities, January 18, 2010 email accounts or social media accounts and receive services in a general education November 17, 2014 to the Chromebook. setting to the maximum extent appropriate March 21, 2016 • I will honor my family’s values when using to the needs of each individual student. The June 17, 2019 the Google Chromebook. appropriate education for each student will be • I will bring the Google Chromebook to written in the student’s Individualized Educa- 2021-22 Parent-Teacher Conferences school every day. tion Program (IEP). Nov. 4 & 11, 2021 Elementary 1 hour early • I will keep all accounts and passwords The District seeks to provide special edu- dismissal for all students assigned to me secure, and will not share cation students with a wide range of special Nov. 11 & 16, 2021 Secondary 1 hour early these with any other students. services. All appropriate support instructional dismissal for all students • I will clean my google Chromebook using services and related services will be provided Mar. 3 & 8, 2022 Elementary 1 hour early only the cleaner provide by the district. to children with disabilities in the District, to dismissal for all students • I will recharge the Google Chromebook the extent possible. Mar. 3 & 10, 2022 Secondary 1 hour early battery each night. Recognizing the District’s responsibility in dismissal for all students • I will return the Google Chromebook identifying, evaluating, and properly placing when requested and upon my withdrawal eligible children, the Board of Education as- Trimesters/Elementary from Colfax-Mingo Community School. signs each employee with a child advocacy November 12, 2021 • I will place the Google Chromebook in function. Such an assignment places respon- February 25, 2022 its protective case when not in use and sibility on all staff to continually assess the May 26, 2022 when it is carried at school and going to educational functioning level of all children and from school under his or her charge and to report to par- Qtrs & Semesters/Jr-Sr High School ents and the principal any child suspected of October 29, 2021 – End 1st Qtr Educational Program having any type of disability. Further, each em- January 14, 2022 – End 2nd Qtr/Sem 1 Series 600 ployee will work actively to see that suspected March 25, 2022 – End 3rd Qtr Policy Title: SPECIAL EDUCATION eligible children are provided appropriate May 26, 2022 - End 4th Qtr/Sem 2 SERVICES Code No 603.3 general education intervention according to August 2021 • Page 26

No School Days bers, employees, parents, students, vendors, board members, however, do not have direct September 6, 2021 Labor Day and others doing business with the school dis- authority in the day-to-day operations of the November 24, 2021 Teacher Comp Day trict is prohibited. Employees whose behavior schools. Contact a board member only after November 25 & 26, 2021 Thanksgiving Break is found to be in violation of this policy will be other means to solve a problem have been December 22, 2021-Jan 2, 2022 Winter subject to the investigation procedure, which tried;, when you believe a policy is not being Break may result in discipline, up to and including, enforced; or when you believe a policy is being February 21, 2022 Presidents Day discharge or other appropriate action. Other enforced unfairly. March 11, 2022 Teacher Comp Day individuals whose behavior is found to be in March 12-20, 2022 Spring Break violation of this policy will be subject to appro- Parents’/Guardians’ Rights April 18, 2022 Teacher Comp Day priate sanctions as determined and imposed Notification by the superintendent or board. Parents/Guardians in the Colfax-Mingo Parent On-Line Sexual harassment shall include, but lim- Community School District have the right to Parents/Guardians: Do you know that ited to unwelcome sexual advances, requests learn about the following qualifications of their you can monitor your student’s lunch account for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical child’s teacher: state licensure requirements balance: Attendance? Progress in classes? conduct of a sexual nature when: - submission for the grade level and content areas taught, Both the elementary and Jr/Sr high school to such conduct is made either explicitly or the current licensing status of your child’s buildings have the capabilities for parents implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s teacher, and baccalaureate/graduation/cer- to support their children in this way. Please employment; - submission to or rejection of tification/degree. You may also request the contact your child’s building secretary to set such conduct by an individual is used as the qualifications of an instruction paraprofes- up an account. This password protected ac- basis for employment decisions affecting such sional who serves your student in a “Title I count can be accessed from any computer individual; or-such conduct has the purpose program or if your school operates a school- with internet access (home, work, public li- or effect of unreasonably interfering with an wide Title I program. brary, etc.) Additionally, parents may make individual’s work performance or creating Parents/Guardians may request this infor- direct deposits to student lunch accounts, via an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working mation from the Office of the Superintendent PaySchools. Please note additional articles environment. by calling: 515-674-3646, or sending a letter contained in this newsletter to determine the Other types of harassment may include, of request to Office of the Superintendent, lunch charge policy in each building. but not limited to, jokes, stories, pictures or 1000 North Walnut, Colfax, IA 50054. object that are offensive, tend to alarm annoy, The Colfax-Mingo Community School OPEN ENROLLMENT abuse or demean certain protected individuals District ensures that parents will be notified Applications for Open Enrollment are and groups. in writing if their child has been assigned, or available at the Central Administrative Offices Employees and students who believe they has been taught by a teacher for four or more located at the Jr/Sr high school, 1000 North have suffered harassment shall report such consecutive weeks by a teacher who is not Walnut in Colfax], or available online at the matters to the Level 1 School Investigators, considered highly qualified. website www.state.ia.us/educate which are the school counselors. [Note Anti- Deadline for filing for Open Enrollment is bullying/Harassment Policy No. 502.13. ASBESTOS NOTIFICATION March 1 prior to the next school year. Kinder- Asbestos has been an issue of concern garten filing date is September 1. Where to go with a Question or a Concern? for many years. The Asbestos Hazard Emer- Questions regarding open enrollment may Step 1: Start with where the problem gency Response Act of 1986 (SHERA) was be directed to the Iowa Department of Educa- is. Those people most directly involved are designed to determine the extent of asbestos tion at 515-281-8582. usually best able to answer your question concerns in the schools and to act as a guide or address your concern. If the problem is in formulating asbestos management policies Harassment of Employees in the classroom, contact the teacher. If the for the schools. & Students problem is on the bus, contact the bus driver Asbestos has been use as a building ma- Harassment of employees and students or the Transportation supervisor. terial for many years. It is a naturally occurring will not be tolerated in the school district. Step 2: If the person closest to the prob- mineral that is mines primarily in Canada, School district includes school district facili- lem has been unable to satisfactorily resolve South Africa and Russia. The properties of ties, school district premises, and non-school the matter, contact the next lever. The building asbestos make it an ideal material for insulat- property if the employee or student is at any principal is responsible for supervision of staff ing, sound absorption, decorative plasters, school sponsored, school approved or school within that building. fire proofing and a variety of miscellaneous related activity or function, such as field trips Step 3: A conference with the Superin- uses. There have been over 3,000 differ- or athletic events where students are under tendent of Schools is appropriate if questions ence products manufactured using asbestos. the control of the school district, or where the or concerns have not been adequately ad- The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) employee is engaged in school business. dressed at earlier levels. began action to limit its uses in 1973. Most Harassment includes, but is not limited Step 4: The fourth and last step is Board of the asbestos products used as building to, race, religion, age, sex, color, disability of Directors. School board members have materials were banned by 1978. national origin, marital status, gender identity, been elected to represent the interest of all The school district facilities have been sexual orientation, socio-economic status district patrons, and you should always feel inspected by a certified asbestos inspector as and/or creed. Harassment by board mem- free to tell them your point of view. School required by AHERA. The inspector located, August 2021 • Page 27 sampled and determined the condition and lifies that service as fitting the requirements of weeks in advance and the names of (2) two hazard potential of all material in the school our community service opportunities. Every sponsors submitted along with the name of facilities suspected of containing asbestos. student who attends Colfax-Mingo Community the band/DJ. The cost of said band/DJ, the The inspection and laboratory analysis records High School is required to complete 80 hours admission charge and the times of the dance form the basis of the asbestos management of community service while in attendance at or party. Attendance at junior high dances is plan. the high school. A student’s total number of limited to Colfax-Mingo 7th & 8th grade stu- A certified management planner has de- community service hours will be pro-rated if dents. Junior high studenst are not allowed veloped an asbestos management plan for the they do not attend Colfax-Mingo High School to have outside guests. Colfax-Mingo School District facilities which for all four years. Pro-rating will occur at 20 Attendance at high school dances is lim- includes: Notification letters, training for em- hours per year, 10 hours per semester, or 5 ited to high school students and their guest up ployees, a set of procedures designed to mini- hours per quarter. to the age of 20. mize the disturbance of asbestos-containing materials, and plans for regular surveillance of Cell Phones Release of Students materials. A copy of the management plan is Cell phones may not be used at any time All children leaving school must be signed available for inspection in the Central Admin- during a class period even if the student is out out in their building’s offices. istrative Offices. of a class. Students will be allowed to use their phone during passing times and during Student Pick Up After School Internet & Electronic Mail their lunch times to call or text. The purpose After school is the busiest time of the day As an important educational service, the of this rule is to reach students responsible us- around the elementary. Students leave the Colfax-Mingo Community School District offers age of cell phones. However, it is recognized building and go in all directions. Please follow students access to the internet and electronic there are some occasions where student the following expectations for safety and effi- mail. In order for students to gain access to may need to utilize their phone during class ciency around the elementary. Student safety these services, parents/guardians must sign time as assigned by the classroom teacher. is one of our biggest responsibilities. and return an Internet Permission Form and On these occasions, each teacher will have • Please wait outside to pick you child Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) to the Principal’s an administrator approve a set of guidelines up office. A permission form will need to be com- posted in their rooms. • Do not go to the classroom to pick pleted once for grades K-5 (elementary), once Cell Phones are not to be brought into or up your child for grades 6-8 (middle school), and once for used in the restrooms or the locker rooms! If • If you need to meet with a teacher, grades 9-12 (High School). an emergency arises during the school day, please check in at the office. Once the properly signed forms have been students may use the student phone in the • Arrange a meeting site that will work filed in the Principal’s office, students will have office or parents should call the phone in the for you and your child access to the internet. The vast domain of office and a message will be given to the • If your child needs to leave early, information available with access to the In- student unless it is an extreme emergency. please contact the office and arrange- ternet can provide unlimited opportunities to High School students (NOT JR HIGH) may ments will be made with the teacher. students. The Internet access is made avail- listen to music on their cell phone during study able to help students further their educational hall , however, the phone MUST not be on the Student Educational Records goals and objectives, student’s desk while the music is playing. This Student records containing person- However, students my find ways to access is to avoid unnecessary distractions for which ally identifiable information, except for school some materials which contain offensive or phones can be used. With today’s SMART safety information, are confidential. Only questionable content. Students will be asked phones, students have access to too many op- persons, including employees, who have to adhere to certain guidelines established by portunities to be distracted when they should legitimate educational interest are allowed to the School District (AUP). be utilizing their time for academic work. access a student’s records without the parent Students will be expected to adhere to the First Offense: Cell phone will be taken or student’s [if age 18] written permission due following: 1) Read and follow the Acceptable from the student and kept in the office until to privacy laws. After a student has acquired Use Policy. 2) Use the Internet and Elec- the end of the school day. the age of 18, parents cannot obtain access to tronic Mail in a manner consistent with the Second Offense: Cell phone will be taken their student’s records without written consent educational objectives of the Colfax-Mingo from the student and a parent/guardian will of their student. Parents/students may access, Community School District. 3) Student email be notified of the violation. A detention will be request amendments to and copy the student’s accounts will not be maintained by the School issued. The student may pick up their phone records during regular office hours. Parents/ district, Students may access externally avail- at the end of the school day. students may also file a complaint with the able e-mail services for educational purposes Third Offense: The phone will be taken United States Department of Education if they consistent with the Acceptable Use Policy. from the student and kept in the office until a feel their rights regarding records have been parent/guardian is able to come pick it up. A violated. For a complete copy of the school Community Service detention will be issued. district’s policy on student records, or the Community Service is providing a service procedure for filing a complaint, contact the on a volunteer basis outside of one’s own School Dances & Parties Board Secretary at 515-674-3247. family, extended family or close friends. Any School dances and parties must be Student directory information is released payment received in exchange for service nul- cleared through the Principal’s office (2) two without parental permission unless the par- August 2021 • Page 28 ent asks the school district not to release it. designated by the educational agency or the students are new to our school, or if they Parent must notify the school district at the institution as directory information in the are due to have a three-year-re-evaluation by beginning of the school year if they do not public notice provided under paragraph (a) the Special Education Department. Parents want the school to release directory informa- (1) of this section. who do not want their child’s hearing tested tion. Directory information includes name, (d) In its public notice to parents and eli- will need to indicate IN WRITING TO THE address, telephone number, date and place gible students in attendance at the agency SCHOOL WHEN YOU REGISTER YOUR of birth, major field of study, participation in or institution that is described in paragraph CHILDREN. officially recognized activities and sports, (a) of this section, an educational agency or degrees and awards received, photographs in institution may specify that disclosureof di- Money Sent to School newspaper, most recent educational institute rectory information will be limited to specific It is always a good practice to pay school attended, year in school, dates of attendance, parties, for specific purposes, or both. When expenses by check. All checks should be and heights and weights of athletes. an educational agency or institution specifies made payable to the Colfax-Mingo commu- § 99.37 What conditions apply to disclos- that disclosure of directory information will nity School district. Students bringing cash ing directory information? be limited to specific parties, for specific to school should be especially mindful to (a) An educational agency or institu- purposes, or both, the educational agency turn money in as soon as they reach school. tion may disclose directory information if it or institution must limit its directory infor- Children in lower grade levels would benefit has given public notice to parents of students mation disclosures to those specified in its if the money were placed in an envelope in attendance and eligible students in atten- public notice that is described in paragraph with al note indicating how the money is to dance at the agency or institution of: (a) of this section. be used. Please Note: the local bank has (1) The types of personally identifiable (e) An educational agency or institu- requested that we ask that all checks be writ- information that the agency or institution has tion may not disclose or confirm directory ten with black pen as gel and colored pens designated as directory information; information without meeting the written con- cannot be recognized by the bank’s scanner. (2) A parent’s or eligible student’s right sent requirements in § 99.30 if a student’s All unrecognized writing on checks will be to refuse to let the agency or institution des- social security number or other non-directory returned by the bank. ignate any or all of those types of information information is used alone or combined with about the student as directory information; other data elements to identify or help identify Lost and Found and the student or the student’s records. Unidentified articles found in the school (3) The period of time within which a par- (Authority: 20 U.S.C. 1232g(a)(5) (A) are to be turned into the office and then put ent or eligible student has to notify the agency and (B)) in the lost and found closet. Eyeglasses or institution in writing that he or she does not [ 53 FR 11943, Apr. 11, 1988, as amended and jewelry are not routinely place with other want any or all of those types of information at 73 FR 74854, Dec. 9, 2008; 76 FR 75642, articles, so inquire at the building offices for about the student designated as directory Dec. 2, 2011] any lost items. It would be helpful if jackets, information. boots, hats, mittens, etc. (clothing items that (b) An educational agency or institu- Home School/Dual Enrollment will be removed during the day), be well la- tion may disclose directory information about Options beled. It has been our experience in the past former students without complying with Home school, or home school assistance that items of this nature tend to be forgotten the notice and opt out conditions in paragraph program students enrolled in classes, or or mislaid. We would like to be able to iden- (a) of this section. However, the agency or participating in school activities in the school tify lost apparel and return all items to their institution must continue to honor any valid district are subject to the same policies, rules owners. All items will be kept until the end request to opt out of the disclosure of direc- and regulations as other students and are of each semester, which will then be donated tory information made while a student was disciplined in the same manner as other stu- to Goodwill. in attendance unless the student rescinds the dents. Dual enrollment students interested in opt out request. participating in school activities, or enrolling in Pets (c) A parent or eligible student may not classes, should return Dual Enrollment forms Pets are not to be brought to school use the right under paragraph (a)(2) of this into the superintendent’s office. unless permission has been given by the section to opt out of directory information dis- student’s teacher or building principal. closures to - Student Driving Privileges (1) Prevent an educational agency or in- All students who are eligible to drive to Field Trips stitution from disclosing or requiring a student school must register their vehicles at the high Field trips and excursions are to be autho- to disclose the student’s name, identifier, or school office. rized and may be taken as an extension of the institutional email address in a class in which classroom to contribute to the achievement the student is enrolled; or Heartland AEA Annual Hearing Tests of the educational goals of the school district. (2) Prevent an educational agency or Heartland AEA will be providing Colfax- While on field trips, students are guests and institution from requiring a student to wear, Mingo Community Schools annual hearing are considered to be ambassadors and rep- to display publicly, or to disclose a student test during the upcoming school year. Rou- resentatives of the school district. Students ID card or badge that exhibits information tine screening is performed in grades K, 1, 2 must treat employees, chaperons, and guides that may be designated as directory informa- and 5. Students in other grades may be test- with respect and courtesy. tion under § 99.3 and that has been properly ed if there is known history of ear problems, if August 2021 • Page 29

Student Lockers The following student attire is deemed must be capped during the school day. If Student lockers are the property of the inappropriate for school: students are found skating with them during school district. Students should use he lock- • Exposed undergarments the school day, the wheels will be confiscated. ers assigned to them for storing their school • Suggestive clothing that exposes Bikes, skateboards, and Heelys are not al- materials and personal items necessary for navels or cleavage lowed on the playground or in the bus area attendance at school. It shall be the responsi- • Clothing that calls undue attention until after all buses have left the building. bility of each student to keep his/her assigned and may disrupt the educational locker clean and undamaged. The expenses climate Good Conduct Policy to repair damage done to a student’s locker • Chains, dog collars, spiked jewelry, Students who participate in extra-curric- are charged to the student. very long earrings, or similar items ular activities serve as ambassadors for the Students and parents/guardians are here- will not be permitted in school. These school district throughout the calendar year by notified that under Iowa law, school officials items will be turned into the office whether at or away from school. Students may conduct periodic inspection of all, or of a and parents will need to come pick who wish to have the privilege of participating randomly selected number of, school lockers them up. in school extra-curricular activities and other without prior notice. Such searches may be Our intent for these limits is for students school-sponsored activities, must conduct conducted without the student being present. to understand that school is a workplace, and themselves in accordance with Board policy, Following searches without the student being what is appropriate outside the workplace may “Student Conduct” throughout the calendar present, the student will be notified within a not be appropriate at work. year. Students disciplined under the good reasonable period of time a search took place. Under certain circumstance or during cer- conduct rule shall receive appropriate due tain classes or activities, a more strict dress process in concert with the nature of the Human Growth and Development code may be appropriate and students must misconduct. It shall be the responsibility of The school district provides students with comply with the stricter requirements. The the principal to maintain a record of violations instruction in human growth and development. building principal, or designee, makes the of the good conduct policy and supporting Parents may review the human growth and final determination of the appropriateness of administrative regulations. development curriculum prior to its use and the student’s appearance. Students inap- 1) No use or possession of tobacco, alco- have their child excused from human grow propriately dressed are required to change hol, or controlled substances will be tolerated. and development instruction. Parents should their clothing or leave the school. 2) Misconduct, swearing, disrespect of contact the Principal if they wish to review coach, referees or other players will not be the curriculum, or to excuse their child from Personal Play Equipment tolerated. human growth and development instruction. Students often bring special items to play 3) Any theft or other criminal activity will with at school. (Items like collectable cards, not be tolerated. Dress Code trucks, cars, basketball, etc.) The above items Any of these offenses occurring during the We believe that education is serious busi- are NOT permitted and are not essential. Play 12 month year will result in penalties. ness for students, and that there is a way that equipment will be furnished by the school. serious people look and act when they learn. The school will not assume the responsibility JH Ineligibility Policy Certain types of dress, appearance, and be- for any of these items that might get lost or At the end of each quarter, eligibility for havior are expected throughout the serious broken. participation in extra-curricular activities world. Because of the strong connection will be determined for JH. For a student between academic performance, students’ Private Party Invitations to be considered eligible to participate in appearance and students’ conduct, standards Invitations for private parties are not to be extra-curricular activities, they must pass of dress and conduct are required— distributed at school. Such invitations and ALL of their classes. If a junior high student • Students are expected to wear cloth- parties cause hard feelings among students is declared ineligible, they will be required to ing that is reasonable and proper at who may not e included. You may request miss a certain percentage of the season for all times. student names and addressed through the which they are currently participating or will • Student may not wear hats, hoods, student directory so such invitation may be be participating in next. This varies by sport headband, kerchiefs, or head cover- sent in the mail. Invitations that include the due to the difference in allowable playable ings of any kind inside the school entire class may be distributed. Please no- dates for each sport. building between the starting and tify the classroom teacher in advance so the Physical/Concussion ending times of regular school days. invitations can be distributed with minimal Announcement • Clothing with words or pictures disruption to the school day. All student-athletes competing in a school should not include profanity, libel, or sponsored sport in grades 7-12 need to have sexual innuendos. Bikes, Skateboards and Heelys a completed, current physical and concus- • Shoes will be worn in the building at Students that ride bikes to school are to sion form. These forms must be turned in to all times. place their bikes in the racks provided by the the Jr/Sr office prior to a child beginning any • Clothing which advertises or pro- school. Skateboards are to be stored in the practices or competitions. This also includes motes the use of tobacco, alcohol, classroom if the teacher gives permission. 6th graders that will be competing in middle drugs, or related materials is not Otherwise, they may be stored in the office. school softball or baseball at the conclusion acceptable. Heelys are not allowed in school. They of the school year. August 2021 • Page 30

Anti-Bullying/ Harassment electronic, written, verbal, or physical act or Sexual harassment means unwelcome Code No. 502.13 conduct toward a student which is based on sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, Harassment and bullying of students any actual or perceived trait or characteristic or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual and employees and volunteers are against of the student and which creates an objec- nature when: federal, state and local policy, and are not tol- tively hostile school environment that meets • Submission to the conduct is made ei- erated by the Board. The Board is committed one or more of the following conditions: ther implicitly or explicitly a term or condition to providing all students with a safe and civil • Places the student in reasonable fear of the student’s education or benefits; school environment in which all members of of harm to the student’s person or property; • Submission to or rejection of the con- the school community are treated with dignity • Has a substantially detrimental effect duct by a school employee is used as the and respect. To that end, the Board has in on the student’s physical or mental health; basis for academic decisions affecting that place policies, procedures, and practices that • Has the effect of substantially interfering student; or are designed to reduce and eliminate bullying with the student’s academic performance; or • The conduct has the purpose or effect and harassment as well as processes and • Has the effect of substantially interfer- of substantially interfering with the student’s procedures to deal with incidents of bullying ing with the student’s ability to participate academic performance by creating an in- and harassment. Bullying and harassment in or benefit from the services, activities, or timidating, hostile, or offensive education of students by students, school employees, privileges provided by a school. environment. and volunteers who have direct contact with “Electronic” means any communication In situations between students and school students will not be tolerated in the school or involving the transmission of information by officials, faculty, staff, or volunteers who have school district. wire, radio, optical cable, electromagnetic, or direct contact with students, bullying and The Board prohibits harassment, bul- other similar means. “Electronic” includes but harassment may also include the following lying, hazing, or any other victimization, of is not limited to communication via electronic behaviors: students, staff, and/or volunteers based on mail, internet-based communications, r ser- • Requiring that a student submit to bul- any of the following actual or perceived traits vice, cell phones, electronic text messaging, lying or harassment by another student, either or characteristics: age, color, creed, national or similar technologies. explicitly or implicitly, as a term or condition of origin, race, religion, marital status, sex, Harassment and bullying may include, but the targeted student’s education or participa- sexual orientation, gender identity, physical are not limited to, the following behaviors and tion in school programs or activities; and/or attributes, physical or mental ability or dis- circumstances: • Requiring submission to or rejection of ability, ancestry, political party preference, • Verbal, nonverbal, physical or written such conduct as a basis for decisions affect- political belief, socioeconomic status, or fa- harassment, bullying, hazing, or other vic- ing the student. milial status. Harassment against employees timization that have the purpose or effect of Any person who promptly, reasonably, based upon race, color, creed, sex, sexual causing injury, discomfort, fear, or suffering and in good faith reports an incident of bul- orientation, national origin, religion, age or to the victim; lying or harassment under this policy to a disability is also prohibited. • Repeated remarks of a demeaning school official, shall be immune from civil or This policy is in effect while students or nature that have the purpose or effect of criminal liability relating to such report and to employees are on property within the juris- causing injury, discomfort, fear, or suffering the person’s participation in any administra- diction of the Board; while on school-owned to the victim; tive, judicial, or other proceeding relating to or school-operated vehicles; while attending • Implied or explicit threats concerning the report. Individuals who knowingly file a or engaged in school-sponsored activities; one’s grades, achievements, property, etc. false complaint may be subject to appropriate and while away from school grounds if the that have the purpose or effect of causing in- disciplinary action. misconduct directly affects the good order, ef- jury, discomfort, fear, or suffering to the victim; Retaliation against any person because ficient management and welfare of the school • Demeaning jokes, stories, or activities the person has filed a bullying or harass- or school district. directed at the student that have the purpose ment complaint or assisted or participated in If, after an investigation, a student is or effect of causing injury, discomfort, fear, or a harassment investigation or proceeding is found to be in violation of this policy, the suffering to the victim; and/or also prohibited. Individuals who knowingly file student shall be disciplined by appropriate • Unreasonable interference with a stu- false harassment complaints and any person measures up to, and including, suspension dent’s performance or creation of an intimidat- who gives false statements in an investigation and expulsion. If after an investigation a ing, offensive, or hostile learning environment. shall be subject to discipline by appropriate school employee is found to be in violation of this policy, the employee shall be disciplined by appropriate measures up to, and includ- COLFAX-MINGO LEVEL I INVESTIGATORS ing, termination. If after an investigation a School Counselors: school volunteer is found to be in violation of Bree Skow – Elementary Counselor, 515-674-3465 X 2104 this policy, the volunteer shall be subject to Email: [email protected] appropriate measures up to, and including, Amber Joyce – Jr/Sr High School Counselor, 515-674-4111 X 1215 exclusion from school grounds. “Volunteer” Email: [email protected] means an individual who has regular, signifi- Alternate: Lindsey Cummins, Nurse, 515-674-3465 X 2100 cant contact with students. Email: [email protected] Harassment and bullying means any August 2021 • Page 31 measures, as shall any person who is found • If the harassment does not stop, or The principal will file a written report closing to have retaliated against another in violation the individual does not feel comfortable con- the case and documenting any disciplinary of this policy. Any student found to have retali- fronting the harasser, the individual should: action taken or any other action taken in ated in violation of this policy shall be subject — tell a teacher, counselor or principal; response to the complaint. The complainant, to measures up to, and including, suspension and the alleged harasser and the investigator will and expulsion. Any school employee found to — write down exactly what happened, receive notice as to the conclusion of the have retaliated in violation of this policy shall keep a copy and give another copy to the investigation. The principal will maintain a be subject to measures up to, and including, teacher, counselor or principal including; log of information necessary to comply with termination of employment. Any school vol- what, when and where it happened; Iowa Department of Education reporting unteer found to have retaliated in violation of who was involved; procedures. this policy shall be subject to measures up to, exactly what was said or what the ha- POINTS TO REMEMBER IN THE and including, exclusion from school grounds. rasser did; INVESTIGATION The school or school district will promptly witnesses to the harassment; • Evidence uncovered in the investi- and reasonably investigate allegations of bul- what the student said or did, either at the gation is confidential. lying or harassment. The building principal, or time or later; • Complaints must be taken seriously designee will be responsible for handling all how the student felt; and and investigated. complaints by students alleging bullying or how the harasser responded. • No retaliation will be taken against harassment. The Superintendent, or designee COMPLAINT PROCEDURE individuals involved in the investigation pro- will be responsible for handling all complaints An individual who believes that the indi- cess. by employees alleging bullying or harass- vidual has been harassed or bullied will notify • Retaliators will be disciplined up to ment. It also is the responsibility of the super- the building principal. The alternate investiga- and including suspension and expulsion. intendent, in conjunction with the principals, to tor is the building counselor. The investigator CONFLICTS develop procedures regarding this policy. The may request that the individual complete the If the investigator is a witness to the superintendent also is responsible for orga- Harassment/Bullying Complaint form and turn incident, the alternate investigator shall in- nizing training programs for students, school over evidence of the harassment, including, vestigate. officials, faculty, staff, and volunteers who but not limited to, letters, tapes, or pictures. have direct contact with students. The training The complainant shall be given a copy of Illegal items found in school or in will include how to recognize harassment and the completed complaint form. Information students’ possession what to do in case a student is harassed. It received during the investigation is kept con- Students are prohibited from distributing, will also include proven effective harassment fidential to the extent possible. dispensing, manufacturing, possessing, us- prevention strategies. The superintendent will The principal has the authority to initiate ing, and being under the influence of alcohol, also develop a process for evaluating the ef- a investigation in the absence of a written drugs or look-a-like substances; and pos- fectiveness of the policy in reducing bullying complaint. sessing or using tobacco, tobacco products and harassment. The superintendent shall INVESTIGATION PROCEDURE or look-a-like substances. Students believed report to the board on the progress of reducing The investigator will reasonably and to be in violation will be immediately investi- bullying and harassment to the board. promptly commence the investigation upon gated. Expulsion hearings with the Board of The Board will annually publish this policy. receipt of the complaint. The investigator will Directors will be held for drug and substance The policy may be publicized by the following interview the complainant and the alleged ha- violations, and the Board may expel students means: rasser. The alleged harasser may file a written up to the fullest length of time allowed by law. • Inclusion in the student handbook, statement in response to the complaint. The Weapons are not allowed on school • Inclusion in the employee handbook investigator may also interview witnesses as grounds or at school activities with the • Inclusion in the registration materials deemed appropriate. exception of weapons in the control of law • Inclusion on the school or school dis- Upon completion of the investigation, the enforcement officials or those being used for trict’s web site, investigator will make written findings and educational purposes and approved by the • District’s school newsletter and a copy conclusions as to each allegation of harass- principal. Any object which could be used shall be made available to any person at the ment and report the findings and conclusions. to injure another person and which has no Colfax-Mingo Central Administrative Office, The investigator will provide a copy of the find- school related purpose for being in school 1000 N. Walnut, Colfax, IA 50054. ings of the investigation to the superintendent. or on school grounds will be considered ANTI-HARASSMENT/BULLYING RESOLUTION OF THE COMPLAINT a weapon. Students bringing a firearm to INVESTIGATION PROCEDURES Following receipt of the investigator’s school shall be expelled for not less than Individuals who feel that they have been report, the superintendent may investigate twelve months. The Board of Directors has harassed should: further, if deemed necessary, and make a the authority to modify the expulsion require- • Communicate to the harasser that determination of any appropriate additional ment on a case-by-case basis. the individual expects the behavior to stop, if steps which may include discipline. Any student who threatens another per- the individual is comfortable doing so. If the Prior to the determination of the appropri- son on school property or at a school event individual wants assistance communicating ate remedial action, the superintendent may, with a dangerous weapon or an object that with the harasser, the individual should ask at the superintendent’s discretion, interview resembles a dangerous weapon, including but a teacher, counselor or principal to help. the complainant and the alleged harasser. not limited to a toy pistol or rifle, squirt gun, August 2021 • Page 32 cap gun, rubber knife, or plastic grenade, or eligibility AND meet the permissible course out by the Board. Successful completion of the who displays any object in such a manner as eligibility criterion: course is determined by the post-secondary reasonably to place another person in fear of 1. A resident of the state of Iowa; and educational institution. The Board will have his or her safety shall be subject to discipline 2. Student or guardian will provide trans- complete discretion to determine the academic by the principal or superintendent including portation; and credit to be awarded to the student for the possible suspension and recommendation for 3. An eleventh or twelfth grade student; or summer courses. expulsion. The use of any object in a danger- 4. A ninth or tenth grade student identified Reimbursement: The District will pay ous way will be treated as if the item were a and gifted and talented pursuant to Iowa Code for the cost of the course or $250 whichever dangerous weapon. 257.43; or is lower for eligible students. (See eligibility Parents of students found in violation of 5. A student that meets criterion a-d and criterion above) .Students who fail the course this policy may be contacted, and the students is under competent private instruction or a and fail to receive credit will reimburse the Dis- may be reported to law enforcement officials. student in an accredited non-public within the trict for all costs directly related to the course. Students believed to be in violation will be resident school district Prior to registering for the course, students immediately suspended, pending investiga- Permissible courses: The following factors under age eighteen will have a parent sign a tion, and expulsion hearings with the Board of are considered in the Board’s determination form indicating that the parent is responsible Directors may be held for weapon violations. of whether a student will receive academic or for the costs of the course should the student vocational-technical credit toward the gradu- fail the course and fail to receive credit for the Educational Program ation requirements set out by the Board for course. Students who fail the course and fail Series 600 a course at a post-secondary educational to receive credit for the course for reasons Policy Title: POST-SECONDARY institution: beyond their control, including, but not limited ENROLLMENT OPTIONS (PSEO) • the course is taken from an accredited pub- to, the student’s incapacity, death in the fam- Code No. 604.6 lic or private post-secondary educational ily or a move to another district, may not be The District offers a variety of courses institution; and responsible for the costs of the course. The through the Senior Year Plus legislation. The • a comparable course is not offered in the Board may waive reimbursement of costs to law allows students to take courses through a District (or in the non-public) A comparable the District for the previously listed reasons. post-secondary institution that promotes rigor- course is one in which the subject matter or Students dissatisfied with a Board’s decision ous academic pursuits and provides a wider the purposes and objectives of the course may appeal to the Area Education Agency variety of options to enhance the high school are similar, in the judgment of the Board, to (AEA) for a waiver of reimbursement. experience. There are a variety of mecha- a course offered in the District; and The Superintendent/designee is respon- nisms a District uses to provide students ac- • the course is in the discipline areas of sible for annually notifying students and cess to Senior Year Plus programming. mathematics, science, social sciences, parents of the opportunity to take courses at This policy is meant to address only the humanities, career technical education, post-secondary educational institutions in ac- Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (here- or a course offered in the professional cordance with this policy. The Superintendent/ inafter PSEO). A course is ineligible to be studies program at the community college. designee will also be responsible for develop- offered through PSEO if the school district the course does not replace a minimum ing the appropriate forms and procedures for has a contractual agreement with an eligible requirement of the District.; and implementing this policy. postsecondary institution to provide a con- • the course is a credit-bearing course that Legal Reference: current enrollment program. Only in rare leads to a degree; and Iowa Code §§ 256.11, .11A; 261C; 279.8; circumstances (e.g., a district without any • the course’s perquisites or standards have 280.3, .14; 257.43; 279.61 concurrent enrollment agreement) is enroll- been met; and 281 I.A.C. 12, 22.2(1); 22.14-23 ment in a community college course through • the course is not religious or sectarian; and Senior Year Plus Legislation 2008 DE PSEO permissible. • the course meets any other requirements Guidance 2016 The District does have a contractual set out by the Board Cross Reference: agreement in place with Des Moines Area Summer Coursework: Students who 505.02 Student Retention and Promotion Community College to allow for students in have completed the eleventh grade but who 600.00 Statement of Guiding Principles grades 9-12 that meet the eligibility require- have not completed the graduation require- 604.03 Program for Talented and Gifted ments during the normal school to enroll in ments set out by the Board may take up to Students concurrent enrollment or contracted courses in seven semester hours of credit at a post- Date of Approval: order to receive credits that may count toward secondary educational institution during the September 20, 1993 graduation as well toward post-secondary summer months when regular school is not Reviewed & Revised: education. in session if the student pays for the courses. February 21, 2000 A school district may continue to enroll Students will be responsible for the full cost of January 19, 2009 students through PSEO in coursework offered tuition, books and transportation. March 21, 2016 by other eligible postsecondary institutions, These courses may not supplant the offer- June 17, 2019 including Iowa’s public universities, private col- ings of the District. Upon successful comple- leges and universities, and eligible proprietary tion of these summer courses, the students institutions with district approval. will receive academic or vocational-technical Eligibility: Students must demonstrate credit toward the graduation requirements set August 2021 • Page 33 August 2021 • Page 34 August 2021 • Page 35 August 2021 • Page 36

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