Elon Elementary School Your Window to the World
Student & Parent Handbook
2015-2016
510 E. Haggard Ave Elon, North Carolina 27244 Phone: (336)538-6000 Fax: (336)538-6002
http://ece.abss.k12.nc.us/ Elon Elementary School 510 East Haggard Avenue Elon, NC 27244 “Home of the Little Phoenix”
Jack Davern-Principal 336-538-6000 Tracy Perkins -Assistant Principal
Dear Parents, Welcome to the 2015 – 2016 school year! Globalizing our school is a grand initiative taking place this year! Through the support of our district and training through VIF International, we will open the windows to the world for our students! By connecting to the world through resources, artifacts, technology and international teachers, our students and staff will have an experience like no other to enhance their learning! Aligned with our district plan, this initiative will expand the opportunities for 21st century learners to have a world class learning environment!
This handbook is designed to keep you informed of several policies and procedures of Elon Elementary and those of Alamance Burlington School System. From time to time these policies will change and written notice of those changes will be sent to you. Although a few selected policies are included in this handbook, all school board policies could be found on the ABSS web site at http://www.abss.k12.nc.us/. Please also make reference to the ABSS publication – 2015-16 Student Code of Conduct for student related district policies that you may find helpful.
Our accomplishments as a school community could not be possible without the hard work of students, the preparedness of teachers and the level of parental support. As you know, your direct involvement in your child’s education does more to determine their academic success than just about any other indicator. At Elon, we recognize that parental involvement comes in many forms. While your work schedule may prevent you from attending events, I encourage good communication between you and your child’s teachers through notes, calls or email messages.
I look forward to a great year and I know that with your support we will continue to be able to make things happen for our students! Please know that I am here for you and your child. My priorities are to spend time in classrooms through the day and to collaborate with teachers in planning meetings. If you have something on your mind or need help with a situation please give me a call to talk or set up a time to meet.
Please remember to complete and return the Photo/Video release form in the back of the ABSS publication and the attached confirmation receipt of this handbook and return to your child’s teacher.
Mr. Jack Davern, Principal 2
Elon Elementary School
Vision Statement
Students at Elon Elementary will be well prepared for the next steps in their educational career as 21st century learners, responsible citizens and productive members of a global society.
Mission Statement We will reach our vision by providing a safe, 21st century learning environment that reflects and supports our global society through:
Rigorous instruction that integrates and capitalizes on technology Engagement that utilizes differentiated approaches Achievement in core content areas and in the arts Community involvement capitalizing on local culture Highly Qualified instructional staff who embrace the vision
School Colors: Burgundy and Gold School Mascot: Lil’ Phoenix
Introduction This handbook has been developed to be a quick reference for students and parents. These guidelines are to help answer questions you might have about our school. We believe that good communication between home and school is essential for success. Read and discuss this handbook with your child and contact us if we can help in any way. Also, reference the ABSS Student Code of Conduct publication guide and discuss as needed.
3 Elon Elementary School Faculty and Staff
OFFICE & ADMINISTRATION
Jack Davern Principal Tracy Perkins Assistant Principal Jennifer Rainey Secretary/Bookkeeper Carol Apple Data Manager Sue Cauley Curriculum Facilitator Marti Rudisill Receptionist TBA Psychologist Usha Verma School Counselor Debbie Cabrera School Social Worker Tammy Troxler School Nurse Marti Rudisill Day Care Director Maggie Derrick Early Bird Manager
CLASSROOM TEACHERS & INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Tracey Dix Kindergarten Teacher Matthew Agner 1st Grade Teacher Kellie Sharpe Kindergarten Teacher Sandra Bays 1st Grade Teacher Niki Montgomery Kindergarten Teacher Mary Black 1st Grade Teacher Elizabeth Gould Kindergarten Teacher Lauren Angel 1st Grade Teacher Aceneth Cruz Kindergarten Teacher Paola Contreras 1st Grade Teacher
Cheryl Howe 2nd Grade Teacher Regina Kellis 3rd Grade Teacher Jill Horne 2nd Grade Teacher Amber Honeycutt 3rd Grade Teacher Kim Carr 2nd Grade Teacher Ashley Coble 3rd Grade Teacher Judith McGrath 2nd Grade Teacher Denecia Doyle 3rd Grade Teacher TBA 2nd Grade Teacher Stephanie Ector 3rd Grade Teacher Andrea Mejia 2nd Grade Teacher Stella Ospina 3rd Grade Teacher
Charlotte Hoy 4th Grade Teacher Dawn Weger 5th Grade Teacher Emily Moore 4th Grade Teacher Tia Wilson 5th Grade Teacher Maggie Derrick 4th Grade Teacher Liz Peter 5th Grade Teacher Michelle Sondles 4th Grade Teacher Manda Stiegel 5th Grade Teacher Lisa Durchik 4th Grade Teacher Claudia Morales 5th Grade Teacher
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTS
Amanda Glenn Cynthia House Cyndy Vaughn Nancy Gilliam Teri Matkins Liz Fogleman Becky Kiser Annette Wrenn Kathy Cotton Barbara Fargis Melinda Kirby Tonya Stanley 4
RESOURCE SPECIALISTS & SUPPORT
Stacy Brown RTI Specialist Donna Davis AIG Teacher Pam Bouwer EC Teacher/Facilitator Susan Baker Speech Therapist Ashley Geise Computer Lab Teacher Lisa Day Media Specialist Nancy McGuire Art Teacher Andrew Morton Science Lab Teacher Crystal Johnson PE Teacher John Isley PT PE Teacher Ardan O’Brien Music Teacher Veronica Stewart ESL Teacher TBA Music/Theater Arts
CUSTODIANS
Ruth Williamson Tommy Farmer Virginia Walker
CAFETERIA
Nancy Miles - Food Service Manager Tamesha Kirkland - Cashier
Daily Schedule
7:30 – 7:50 a.m. Breakfast (we stop serving at 7:45) 7:45 a.m. Warning Bell - Announcements Begin 7:50 a.m. Tardy Bell - Instructional Day Begins 2:30 p.m. Afternoon Announcements 2:35 p.m. Dismissal Bell 3:30 p.m. Teacher Day ends 4:00 p.m. Business Office Closes
ATTENTION: Very Important Notice!! Students and parents – please be advised that proper supervision of students is provided during the official student hours of operation of Elon Elementary School which are 7:30 a.m. until 2:35 p.m. It is not safe to drop off in any traffic line or parking lot. Walk-up students need to be walked up to the main entrance. Parents interested in dropping off earlier or picking up later need might consider our Early Bird or Little Phoenix After School Program. Details for enrollment, hours and costs are on the website under parent tab.
5 Arriving Late and Leaving Early
Elon Elementary School will observe the following procedures when a student arrives to school late or must leave early:
1. Students who report to school after 7:50 a.m. will need to be SIGNED IN through the main office by the individual bringing them to school.
2. We encourage parents to ensure students have a FULL DAY of school. Please schedule appointments for after school when possible. Students leaving during the school day will need to be SIGNED OUT through the main office by a parent or other authorized person. a. Picking up students between 1:45 and dismissal is discouraged as this is a very important time of the day wrapping up and getting assignments. b. If you need to pick your child up after 1:45 please call ahead or bring your doctor appointment card. c. Students will not be called from class for pick up during dismissal time. d. Students will not be called out of class to wait in the office for pick up; students will be called at the time an adult comes to pick them up.
3. A parent or guardian must pick up a student leaving early or preauthorize other individuals to pick up a child by contacting the office in writing. Office personnel will verify your permission before releasing your child. Photo Identification of the person picking will be sought. If an adult comes to pick up a student, and that adult is not listed on your child’s records as someone who is authorized to pick them up, we will not allow the child to leave with them unless we speak with a parent.
4. Parents coming to pick up a child early must report directly to the office and sign the student out on the official log. Office staff will call the classroom from which your child will be released. Please do not go directly to a classroom or out to the playground to pick up your child - this could be interpreted as trespassing.
5. Students signed out before or brought to school after 11:15 will be marked absent for the entire day.
6. Transportation Changes – must be received in the office, in writing by 1:30 to ensure the message of the change is delivered to the child and to the teacher. Without a note, we will send the child home along the normal routine. 6 Procedures for Car Riders
1. Car Riders will be dismissed for pick up at 2:35 p.m. They will report to the designated car rider meeting area inside the building.
2. The first parent to arrive should pull up to the yellow posts as the lead car with other cars arriving after lining up accordingly. NC State Fire Code prevents forming two lines of traffic therefore there should be one lane of traffic - two lanes poses a safety hazard; the driveway must be open for two way traffic at all times.
3. A student name card will be provided that will need to be displayed in the window of your car. As the car approaches a staff member will assign a cone number for pick up. Your child will be called to report that numbered cone to meet you.
4. Students not picked up by the time the traffic circle has cleared will have to be signed out at the office. If a pattern develops with a child getting picked up late, the parent will be contacted by administration, the school social worker or other staff member to address the problem. Persistent issues may result in a meeting to determine the best afternoon plan for the child’s safety.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping our children to leave school in a safe and orderly manner.
Procedures for Walk Up & Day Cares
The Student Walk Up area is located at the main entrance. Parents wishing to walk up to pick up their child(ren) at dismissal may do so by parking in the parent lot and walking to the front of the school to pick up. This arrangement needs to be set up to be a regular dismissal procedure just like a car rider or bus rider. Once your child dismisses, please clear the front area to allow for Day Care students to dismiss up the front walkway to their transportation. Problematic situations involving tardy pick-up will be addressed by administration.
Students picked up by Day Care providers will exit to the Media Center. Please notify the office AND your child’s teacher of specific Day Care that will be picking up. Both areas will be supervised by school staff.
Changes with any dismissal routine need to be sent to the school in writing. 7 Emergency Information
Every student and their parent should supply the school with necessary information in case of emergencies. Students can better be protected if we have at least one phone number where a parent can be reached should an emergency arise. Students should also have personal knowledge of phone numbers and their parent’s place of employment. If you do not have a personal phone, please provide a telephone number where someone can be reached who will be able to contact you. We will use our phone messaging service to inform you of school events, delays, emergency release or closings. This phone service is also used by the school district. We will send home an information verification form at the start of the year – please update and return this form to your child’s teacher or to the main office.
Student Insurance
Student insurance is available by visiting www.k12specialmarkets.com and following the site directions. Additional guidelines may be found on the ABSS web site on our school page under the Parent tab.
Inclement Weather Procedures
When the possibility of severe weather exists we will all need to tune in to the local weather forecasts. Whether it is snow, ice, or severe storms it is important for you to know that the school system collaborates with law enforcement and highway departments. The decision to cancel, delay or release school early is generally done prior to 6:00 am. All media are notified and the telephone notification system will be enacted to contact you using the number in our system (please keep us updated with number changes). Local radio stations are among the first to know and announce any delays, closings or early dismissals.
FM RADIO STATIONS AM RADIO WKRR 92.3 WYMY 96.9 WMAG 99.5 WJMH 102.1 WSJS 600 WBAG 1150 WPAW 93.1 WQMG 97.1 WVBZ 100.3 WTQR 104.1 WPTF 680 WSML 1200 WQDR 94.7 WSNW 98.7 WZTK 101.1 WZKL 107.5 WPCM 920 WEAL 1510
TELEVISION NETWORK STATIONS WFMY 2 WRAL 5 WGHP 8 WXII 12 NEWS 14 CBS CBS FOX NBC CAROLINA
8 Head Lice While this is an unpleasant situation it does happen in all schools. We have a procedure for addressing Head Lice in the district and have trained staff to support this process. The biggest problem we have encountered has been with families treating at home without informing the school. This information is kept confidential and it is helpful when determining if there is an isolated case or not. In the event of three reported or identified incidents in the same setting, we send notification letters to parents in that particular setting so they could keep an eye out. Students may be in class with nits, we send home only when active louse are present. A care plan is reviewed and we will excuse up to 3 consecutive days for treatment. Students returning will be checked in the office by the nurse or trained staff.
Books and Damage Fees
Each student is responsible for any book assigned to him or her until it is returned to the teacher at the end of the school year, or if the student leaves our school. Assigned books are to be kept neat and clean. Students will be charged a fee for any damaged or lost books. Library books are for use by all students and must be checked out through the media center. Fees may apply to library books if lost or damaged based on the replacement cost. Costs are determined by our Media Specialist.
Payment options for school fees
Payment for any school related event or activity – including lunch accounts, field trips, day care or other school related fees could be made through a variety of options including cash, check or credit card. When sending in cash please place it in an envelope with your child’s name and homeroom teacher on the outside. Inside be sure to include the form or note for the purpose. If sending a check – make it payable to Elon Elementary School. Parents could pay for school lunch with a credit card by visiting www.lunchprepay.com You will need your child’s ID number to register in this service. Parents with a child enrolled in our afterschool program may also pay by credit card. We are working on the option of credit card payment for other school related costs such as field trips.
Lost and Found
The best way to get expensive coats and items back is to have your child’s name on it somewhere. Students who find items are asked to turn them in at the office. If a student has lost something at school, please check by the office to see if it is there. 9 Attendance and Absences
When possible, please call the school or email your child’s teacher to alert us of an absence. When a student is absent, a NOTE MUST BE SENT to the teacher by the parent or guardian stating the reason for the absence within 3 days. Such notes should contain the date of the absence and the specific reason for the absence. A signature and phone number of the parent or guardian should be included. A child will be marked with an unexcused absence unless written documentation is received within 3 days. A letter will be mailed by our school social worker after unexcused absences accumulate.
EXCUSED EDUCATIONAL ABSENCES
Excused Absences are still absence from school and will not give “credit” for attendance in order to allow for perfect attendance recognition. Excused Absences for Educational opportunities will be approved in accordance with board policy. Board Policy excuses absences for the following reasons: 1. Illness or injury; 2. Quarantine; 3. Death in the Immediate Family; 4. Medical, Dental, or Other Health Care Provider Appointments; 5. Court or Administrative Proceedings; 6. Religious Observances; 7. Educational Opportunity; 8. Local School Board Policy; 9. Absence Related to Deployment Activities.
Parents must provide a written request to Mr. Davern at least one week in advance in order for a team review of the request. The decision to excuse (in part or in full) will be documented with the child’s homeroom teacher and data manager for accurate record keeping. Requests received during or after the trip will be denied.
Requests should provide details on how the trip will reinforce the curriculum under study in the current grade of the child. While many experiences are educational, the parameters for an excused absence are intended to reinforce curriculum standards or afford a unique opportunity such as an academic or athletic competition. Please visit the curriculum section of the ABSS web site for current grade level standards to align your reasons for requesting the time away to grade level standards.
Note: Family trips to Disney, long weekends at the beach or mountains as well as family reunions and celebrations are not reasons to request excused absences for educational opportunity. Teachers will provide work upon return from the time away. Students will be provided with adequate time to complete assignments. Teachers are not expected to develop lessons or create any additional activities for the student to complete in relation to the trip. Projects and class reports about the trip are not required unless it is a teacher request.
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Requests for excused absences for educational opportunity must include:
The request should include: Date(s) of trip and the number of school days that will be missed; Trip location; The educational opportunity that the student will participate in; Specific grade level standards the trip will reinforce; Specific activities the child will be engaged with to reinforce the concepts. Parent contact information and signature. The request must also acknowledge that nothing could replace the contact time in the classroom and that additional parental support may be needed to complete missed assignments. Missing direct classroom instruction may lead to misunderstandings of content ultimately impacting grades on assessments.
Student Medications
Medicine CANNOT be administered to a child at school without the written authorization of a physician. The REQUIRED Physician’s Authorization of Medication for a Student at School form is available from our nurse in the school office. If you think a doctor may prescribe medication that will be needed at school, stop by the office prior to your appointment for the form. Forms are also available on the ABSS web site at http://www.abss.k12.nc.us/Page/10750
With proper authorization, the following procedures for administering medication are: 1. A parent or guardian (not the student) must bring the medicine to the office in the original prescription container, identifying the medication and dosage. (The pharmacist may make up two bottles if you let him/her know you need one for school). 2. A completed Physician’s Authorization form must accompany all medication. 3. The student will report to the office when it is time for his or her medication. 4. Emergency medications will be maintained in the classroom.
Medications will be securely maintained. The school nurse and designees will be responsible for the security and administration of medications. A log of the medications administered to students will be maintained in the nurse’s office.
A.E.D. An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is located in the main lobby to the left of the computer lab for use in emergency situations that require it. It is in a case that has an alarm that sounds when case is opened. This device is checked monthly by our nurse. Staff is trained on its use.
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Student Clubs
Through the school year students will have opportunities to become involved with clubs. Many of our clubs are connected to academics – such as Battle of the Books and Science Olympiad. Many are connected to student interests, such as Running or Dance. Clubs are run by volunteer school staff. Students with suspensions for behavior may not be able to participate. Some clubs are fee based and some are free. Fees are non-refundable. Students with any school debt may have limited access to fee based clubs. Notices of clubs will be sent through homeroom teachers. Spaces are limited. Transportation is not provided by the school. All clubs pick up in car rider area. Late pick-ups could lead to club suspension.
Cell Phones / Electronic Devices Students are not permitted to use the phones unless they are assisted by a school employee. Students will not be called to the office to take outside calls. Emergency messages will be given as appropriate. Cell phones are not permitted to be used during school hours by students; these should be turned off and out of sight. Students using a cell phone will have it sent to the office for a parent to pick up. Continued violations will face further consequences set forth in school board policy. The school is not responsible for lost/damaged items. This includes electronic items such as iWatches, iPads, iPods, DS games, Nooks etc. This includes during the school day and on buses. Details of use on Field Trips will be provided based on each trip.
Class Parties
Class parties are scheduled to be held at school on the dates listed below. Class parties will be coordinated with the class parent and the homeroom teacher. Class Parties are not open events for siblings and other family members unless there is a student presentation. Parties will begin right after the scheduled lunch and encompass recess time to allow for 1 hour maximum time. Halloween/Fall - October 30th Christmas/Winter - December 18th th th Valentine’s Day - February 10 (early release day) Easter/Spring - March 24 (early release day) No homemade items are allowed – store bought or prepackaged items please. Food from off campus (like pizza) cannot substitute the opportunity for any child to obtain a school lunch. Once all students are served/option of a school lunch, it is acceptable to include “outside” food in celebrations. No money should be collected to “pitch-in” for food.
12 STUDENT BIRTHDAYS, DELIVERIES or other CELEBRATIONS
We acknowledge student birthdays through morning announcements and a small token item from the school for this day. In an effort to prevent hurt feelings with our students, private party invitations (inviting only selected classmates) should be sent privately instead of passing them out at school. Invitations being issued to ALL class members could be passed out at school. School staff are not permitted to give out any student contact information. Parents wishing to bring in items for a class celebration are welcome to do so. This needs to be coordinated ahead of time with the teacher. Birthday treats cannot be brought to the cafeteria during lunch per ABSS food service guidelines. This could be provided at recess or in the classroom as arranged with the teacher. Drop in surprises compromise instructional time and are not permitted. We cannot accept floral deliveries, balloons or other items for students at any time through the year including birthdays, Valentine’s Day or other holidays or events.
Visitors
Our campus is secured with a door entry system. All visitors will need to press the buzzer to gain entry to the building once the tardy bell rings. Although the doors are locked during the school day individuals are able to exit without any issues. All visitors must enter through front doors and obtain a visitor pass with each visit – even if it is just to drop of an item or walk a child to class. Visitors should check out and dispose of visitor tag upon exit. Parents are welcome to join their child for lunch any day of the week. We have tables set up in the cafeteria/gym lobby area for this purpose. Parents may bring food from home or purchase a school lunch. Parents may also utilize the tables outside as available. Parents could only have their child with them - other friends could not join in. The visit will conclude with the child’s lunch time. Lunch guests will wear a special color coded visitor tag so they should only be present in the designated lunch areas. Scheduling an appointment to meet with your child’s teacher or to visit the classroom is strongly encouraged as teachers cannot conference while they are working with children. Check in at the office when arriving for your appointment. Office staff will call the teacher to meet you in the main office. Parking is available in the parent lot at the side of the school. Students are not allowed to bring visitors to school or on the bus at any time during the school year.
13 Parent Teacher Conferences
If you wish to speak with your child’s teacher, or arrange a conference, please call the main office to leave a request for the teacher to return your call during a break or after school. You could also send a note with your child or an email to request a call or meeting. Teachers cannot conference with parents when they have scheduled classes. Drop in visits will not guarantee meeting with teachers; meetings need to be set up in advance.
This year we will hold parent conferences between October 12th and 23rd. Conferences cannot take place before the school day begins. Conferences may begin as early as 2:45 and the latest will be at 4:00 when the main office closes unless special hours are advertised. Special arrangements may be made to meet outside these times with administration support. Some grade levels will host student led conferences where your child will review progress with you. In this case, a sign-up sheet will be available for individual teacher conferences to take place at a later time in order to provide more privacy with student information.
IMPORTANT ABSS CALENDAR ITEMS
HOLIDAY CLOSINGS EARLY RELEASE DATES
September 7th – Labor Day Bagged lunches served these days
November 11th – Veteran’s Day (11:30 dismissal)
November 25th-27th – Thanksgiving October 23rd
December 21st-January 1st Winter Break February 10th
January 18th – Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday March 24th th st March 25 –April 1 – Spring Break June 7th – Last day of school
May 30th – Memorial Day
TEACHER WORK DAYS (No School for Students) PROGRESS REPORTS th st rd August 18 – 21 September 23 th st October 26 December 1 th th January 19 February 19 th th February 26 May 4 th April 25 th th June 7 – 10 REPORT CARD DATES REPORT PERIOD END DATES st nd (Awards program the following week) 1 Quarter Ends – October 22 th nd th October 30 2 Quarter Ends – January 15 nd January 22 3rd Quarter Ends – March 24th th April 8 4th Quarter Ends – June 7th June 7th Inclement Weather Make up dates: Teacher work days, breaks or Saturdays 14 Elon Elementary School PTO
2015-2016 PTO Board
President: Brian Boylston Co-Vice President: Lisa Delphias Co-Vice President: Stacy White Treasurer: Hope Dodson Past President Liaison: Shea Joyce Co-Secretary: Melonie Maulden Co-Secretary: Stephanie Poe
To contact your PTO please email [email protected]
The PTO at Elon Elementary strives to bring our community resources together to help support and enrich the educational environment of our children. We welcome all parents, guardians, and grandparents of Elon students, as well as teachers and staff. A bulletin board of events is located in the commons area. Our PTO supports our students and teachers in a variety of ways through fundraisers, projects, celebrations and family events. We will need your help to make things happen for our kids! Classroom support with Technology, Literacy, Field trips, PBiS Prizes, Campus Safety, and family events are a few areas of financial focus. Ideas and events will be shared out at meetings, in newsletters, bulletins, flyers, connect ed messages and on our school web site.
Some ongoing fundraisers that are easy for every parent to take part in are: saving Campbell’s Soup Labels, Sunny-D Labels and Box Tops For Education, along with using your Harris Teeter VIC card (our number is 1342) and Food Lion MVP card (our number is 212995) . You must re-register every school year by telling them your school number when you use your store cards. Don’t forget to indicate your school as Elon Elementary on your Target card as well. We also have monthly restaurant nights where a portion of the sales come back to our school.
We have many opportunities for you to help our school. Below is a list of committee groups organized through PTO. Contact a PTO officer to become more involved.
PTO Committee List Helping Hands Reading Merchant Welcoming Fundraising Hospitality PBiS Incentive Rebates Committee
Restaurant Family Nights/ Box Tops for Red Ribbon Nights Special Event Education Week
Campbell’s Soup Multicultural House & Grounds Membership Newsletter Spring Fling Label Points Committee PTO Meetings – 6:30 in the Cafeteria unless otherwise indicated Be on the lookout for specific event dates. 15 School Food Service
The School cafeteria will begin serving on the first day of school. Menus will be sent home each month and posted on the web. The price of a student lunch is $2.40; Breakfast is $1.25. Students should pay in advance for their meals on a weekly or monthly basis. Students could also pay on a daily basis. Payments could be by cash or check payable to the school or with a credit card at www.lunchprepay.com details available on the ABSS page at http://www.abss.k12.nc.us/Page/9333. Written notices and phone calls will be made to alert parents when accounts go negative. NOTE: Students with any school debt may have limited participation in in fee based, extracurricular activities (dances, clubs, etc).
Free and reduced price meals (Breakfast AND lunch) are available for those who qualify. Application forms are sent home on the first day of school. Additional applications are available in the cafeteria. All students are encouraged to return an application. One application qualifies for both breakfast and lunch. If status changes during the school year a new application could be completed.
The cafeteria is maintained as a vital part of the health program of our school. In order to keep the cafeteria clean and attractive, each student must follow the PBiS expectations: 1. Refrain from bringing carbonated drinks such as Coke, Pepsi, etc. to school. 2. Foods cannot be heated in the microwave for students unless medically necessary 3. Keep the cafeteria line orderly and dispose of all trash properly. 4. Eat all food in the designated area in the cafeteria. 5. Refrain from sharing food off of one another plates for better health. 6. Remain in the cafeteria until instructed to leave by the supervising adult. Visitors during lunch – All lunch visitors will obtain a coded visitor tag from the main office. We have designated tables in the cafeteria lobby and, weather permitting, there are tables outside. Parents may not bring other classmates out of the cafeteria to join in for lunch.
Recess
As stated in the Healthy Active Children Policy (HSP-S-000), structured recess and other physical activity shall not be taken away as a form of punishment. Classes have designated areas for structured play.
16 Elon Elementary School Approach to Discipline It is the responsibility of every staff member to help our children understand and follow all school expectations and regulations. It is a student responsibility to cooperate. It is the parent responsibility to help their child understand why they come to school and the type of behaviors we all expect our students to exhibit. With that in mind, we will continue with the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBiS).This approach has proven to be very successful in reducing the number of office referrals and the number of out of school suspensions while increasing teaching time. It has also increased parental communication and documentation of incidents. As we continue with the PBiS program this year you will be contacted as the referral process indicates. We have specific steps to follow associated with negative behaviors and rewards for meeting expected behaviors. This school wide discipline plan helps to bring consistency to our school making it clearer and easier for each student to understand the expectations. Our school wide discipline plan will center on accentuating the positive, teaching alternate behaviors and encouraging students to make appropriate choices. Expectations will be clearly defined for each area on campus and posted in those areas as constant reminders. Students in all grades will be involved in a back to school review of PBiS expectations and work in classrooms with teachers to develop specific classroom expectations. Our Assistant Principal and I will make classroom visits to review individual classroom management plans with students to ensure we are all on the same page with expectations. PBiS expectations are posted in the classroom and in the halls as a reminder for students, staff and guests. Students will earn tickets through each report period. Classroom incentives/prizes will be available as well as quarterly, school-wide celebrations for students who have earned the required number of tickets to participate.
Student Behavior Code
Students shall be subject to disciplinary action for any of the following. These offenses could result in, but are not limited to, out-of-school suspension. 1. Being disrespectful to faculty and/or staff. 2. Damaging school property (marking the walls, scarring furniture, breaking windows, etc.) 3. Leaving the school grounds without permission. 4. Dishonesty (being untruthful, stealing, extortion, etc.). 5. Profanity and obscenity (including hand gestures). 6. Smoking or possession of cigarettes or matches on the school campus or bus. 7. Failure to carry out a request /instruction from any faculty member 8. Fighting and/or disruption that could erupt into a disturbance. 9. Possession or use of any item that might inflict bodily harm, including but not limited to drugs, knives, razor blades, fireworks, bullets, etc. 10. Loitering or failing to report directly to class or designated area. 11. Threatening or harassing other students verbally, physically, notes, cyber, etc 12. Running when inappropriate
Note: Bus suspensions impact morning and afternoon routes for the regular school days.
17 School Appearance and Dress Code
Elon Elementary School takes pride in the appearance of its grounds, buildings, and furnishings. The physical appearance of the school reflects the care and effort of caretakers, students, and faculty in maintaining attractive surroundings for school activities. All students, staff and visitors are called upon to do their part in observing common courtesy and in being mindful of all efforts made on their behalf.
Students, staff and visitors are expected to dress appropriately for the classroom, recess, PE and the weather. School dress contributes to the school atmosphere. Basically, we expect students to wear clothes that FIT…
1. Shorts, shirts, dresses/skirts shall be of appropriate fit (ex. to the knee) 2. Pants shall be worn at the waist; 3. Belts shall be buckled; oversized buckles are discouraged. 4. Undergarments shall not be visible; 5. Students must wear shoes; this is a requirement for PE & Recess. Flip flops are prohibited; however sandals with back straps are acceptable. 6. Shirts should have sleeves to cover shoulders. The stomach area should be covered. For example, halter-tops, tank-tops, spaghetti straps and backless items are not acceptable to be worn at school. 7. Sunglasses, goggles, and hats/head covers may only be worn outdoors; 8. Clothing and accessories, as well as messages on clothing or accessories shall not be lewd, vulgar, provocative and obscene, degrade individuals or groups, or promote violence, alcohol, tobacco, or illegal substances; 9. Students may not display any type of affiliation with groups that may distract from teaching and learning through clothing or accessories.
The foregoing is intended as examples only and in no way limit the scope of this dress code policy. If a student is not dressed appropriately, a parent will be notified to bring that child a change of clothes.
18 ABSS Board of Education Meeting Dates 2015-2016
August 24th February 22nd September 28th March 21st October 26th April 25th *December 7th May 23rd January 25th June 27th All meetings are held at the ABSS Board of Education 1712 Vaughn Rd. and begin at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.
Please visit the ABSS web site at http://www.abss.k12.nc.us/ for all meeting agendas, minutes and board policies. *November and December meeting combined
The district web site and our school site will also post current events and information related to school closings and delays due to inclement weather or other emergency situations. Updates and revisions to policies will also be posted on the web as well as provided in writing.
Acronyms / Abbreviations / Initials you may see and hear at ELON ELEMENTARY:
PBIS - Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports Elon Elementary School-wide Discipline Program RISE – Responsible – Safe – Invested - Engaged PBiS Campus-wide Expectations RTI – Response to Intervention – A tiered system approach for academics or behavior DPI or NCDPI – North Carolina Department of Public Instruction MIRP – Monitored Independent Reading Practice MX – Math Expressions SIT – School Improvement Team SLT – School Leadership Team SIP – School Improvement Plan TA or IA – Teacher Assistant or Instructional Assistant AIG – Academically or Intellectually Gifted EC – Exceptional Children BotB – Battle of the Books OotM – Odyssey of the Mind NEHS – National Elementary Honor Society CFT – Child and Family Team ESL – English as a Second Language CC – Common Core ES – Essential Standards VIF – Visiting International Faculty MTSS – Multi-Tiered System of Support 19