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PERSONNEL/CLASS SCHEDULE 6 R3 Expectations 6 Philosophy 6 Student in Good Standing 8 Communication Between Home/School: Who to Call 9 Victor Junior High Faculty & Staff 10 Class Time Schedule 12

PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS 13 Junior High Curriculum 13 Art 14 BOOST 14 English 14 Languages Other Than English 15 Health 15 Family & Consumer Science 16 Literacy Lab 16 Mathematics 16 Music 17 Physical Education 18 Science 18 Social Studies 19 Special Education 19 Technology Education 20 GUIDANCE/TESTING/PARENTING 21 Guidance/School Counseling 21 Testing 21 Parent/Teacher Conferences 21 School/Home Communication 21 Integrity Policy 22 Academic Honors 23 Awards Assembly 23 Breakfast with the Principal 23 Eligibility 23 Eligibility Guidelines 23 Homework 24 Promotional Policy 24 Report Cards 25 Study Habits 25 Study Halls 26

2 Textbooks 26 ACTIVITIES/CLUBS 26 Academic Challenge Bowl 26 Activity Nights 27 Art Club 28 Big Time Friends 28 Culinary Club 28 Fiddle Club 28 Field Band 28 French Club 28 Go Green Garden Team 28 GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) 29 Jazz Club 29 Math Olympiad 29 Musical 29 Positive Connections Club (PCC) 29 Spanish Club 29 Student Council 29 Yearbook 30 Young Men’s Leadership 30 Young Women’s Leadership 30 Citizenship 30 Discipline Code 30 Activity Period 30 Attire 31 Backpacks 31 Electronic Devices 31 Code of Conduct 32 SERVICES 35 Cafeteria 35 Emergency Evacuation/Fire Drills 36 Library 36 Lockers 36 HEALTH SERVICES 37 School Health Office Staff 37 Confidentiality 37 Mandated Physical Exams 37 Registration for Sports 37 Mandatory Screening 38 Minimum Immunization Requirements 38 Dental Certificates 38

3 Emergency Care Plan 38 Medications 39 Child Health Plus 39 Attendance 40 Exemplary Attendance 40 Attendance Policy 40 Extended Absence Process 41 Lost & Found 41 Sports Physicals 41 Student Pick up/Drop off 41 School Supply Store 41 Telephones 42 Transportation 42 Visitors 42 INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS 43 Athletic Placement Process 43 Victor Central School Policy 43 You and Your Child 44 VICTOR PARENT GROUPS 45 PTSA 45 Partners in Education (PIE) 46 Victor Outreach in Children’s education (VOICE) 47

FACULTY/STAFF PHONE EXTENSIONS 48

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VICTOR CENTRAL SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

TO TEACH . . .

TO LEARN . . .

TO SUPPORT . . .

TO IMPROVE . . .

TO ACHIEVE . . .

Dr. Timothy Terranova Superintendent of Schools

VICTOR CENTRAL SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Mrs. Kristin Elliott, President Mr. Chris Eckhardt Mr. Christopher Parks, Vice President Mrs. Trisha Turner Mrs. Karen Ballard Mr. Michael Vetter Mr. Tim DeLucia

Mr. Brian Gee ​ Principal Mr. David Thering ​ Assistant Principal

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R3 Expectations

VJH R3 EXPECTATIONS FOR A GREAT YEAR

RESPECT YOURSELF Respecting yourself as a student at VJH means: We do our best to be the best we can be. We persevere and get help when we need it. We come prepared to school ready to learn. RESPECT OTHERS Respecting others at VJH means knowing that we are a community and treat people kindly. We are on time to school and our classes. We are respectful of everyone’s right to learn. We keep ourselves and others safe. RESPECT VICTOR JUNIOR HIGH This is our home away from home as well as our place of work. We get involved: Student Council, Student Leadership, Go Green Garden Team, Positive Connections Club & more. We are PROUD of our school.

Philosophy

6 VICTOR JUNIOR HIGH PHILOSOPHY

Our school provides an educational experience in which collaboration, cooperation, and tolerance co-exist. We strive, in partnership with the parents and local communities, to positively develop the whole person: mentally, physically, socially, morally, and ethically, within a superior, student-centered educational environment.

The middle school years are a time of trial and error, a time to experiment, and a time to grow. For this growth to be positive, a sense of responsibility and high standards for both personal and academic development are necessary. Each young person is encouraged by our dedicated staff to reach his/her fullest potential.

Mutual respect, trust, communication, and collaboration are key elements in creating our community of learners, a supportive environment that holds high promise for each of our students. It is with this philosophy that our unique middle school-age students will experience a deeper sense of community.

7 Student in Good Standing A VJH STUDENT IN GOOD STANDING

Meets our VJH Student Academic Eligibility Policy

Students passing all courses at the end of a marking period will be considered in good standing. Students who are failing one or more subjects at the close of a marking period will have one week to achieve a passing grade in the particular course(s). Students who are still failing one or more courses after the one week grace period will be reviewed for consideration as a Student in Good Standing.

Meets our VJH Attendance Expectations:

The daily attendance of all students is important. Attendance is an indication of a student's physical and mental health, as well as his/her social adjustment. A student's frequent absence from school may denote a loss of interest in school for reasons that are important to know and understand early in the school year.

Students receiving formal written notification of 8 days or more absence in the first 20 weeks, or a formal written notification of 14 days absence thereafter will be reviewed for consideration as a Student in Good Standing.

Meets our R3 and Behavioral Expectations:

VJH students pride themselves on displaying a respect for themselves, others, and our school community. Any student that serves a full day in-school suspension (ISS) or out-of-school suspension (OSS) for violations of our code of conduct will be reviewed for consideration as a Student in Good Standing.

8 Communication Between Home/School: Who to Call

Victor Junior High School 953 High Street Victor, NY 14564 585.924.3252

Jr. High Principal Jr. High Counselors Mr. Brian Gee Mrs. Amy Noye 924.3252 ext. 5400 924.3252 ext. 5416 (Orange Team) [email protected] [email protected] Jr. High Assistant Principal Mr. David Thering Mrs. Nikki Ryan 924.3253 ext. 5401 924.3252 ext 5414 (Red Team) [email protected] [email protected]

Jr. High Nurse Ms. Jessica D’Ambrosio Mrs. Kristin Renkert 924.3252 ext. 5113 (Green Team) 924.3252 ext. 5410 [email protected] [email protected] - Scheduling Attendance - Coordinate conferences with teaching Mrs. Lesley Behnke staff/administration 924.3252 ext. 5412 - Provide orientation to incoming/new students, as [email protected] well as 8th graders to high school - Report attendance before 9AM - Attendance Jr. High Counseling Secretary - Blue Pass for early dismissal Mrs. Darlene Guck - Lost & Found Items 924.3252 ext. 5406 - Homework Requests (before 10AM) [email protected] - Secretary to the School Counselors and School Building Administrative Assistant Psychologists Ms. Emily McNeill - Schooltool information (grades) 924.3252 ext. 5404 - Student information requests [email protected] School Social Worker Office Administrative Assistant Mr. John Ryan Mrs. Michele Loffredo 924.3252 ext. 6414 924.3252 ext. 5405 [email protected] [email protected] School Resource Officer Jr. High Psychologists Mr. Zdenek Chumacero Mrs. Tara Hopson (7th Grade) 924.3252 ext. 6413 924.3252 ext. 5415 [email protected] [email protected] Frequently Called Extensions Ms. Hannah Knight (8th Grade) Food Service: ext. 6470 924.3252 ext. 5417 Athletics: ext. 6306 [email protected] Transportation: ext. 7118

9 Victor Junior High Faculty & Staff 2020 - 2021

ACADEMIC INTERVENTION HEALTH Speech & Language - Mrs. White SERVICES (AIS) Mrs. Davis Occ. Therapist- Mrs. Wood Ms. Krueger (BOOST) Mrs. Jones Phys. Therapist - Ms. Tait Mrs. Lowe (Math) Music Therapist - Mrs. Coudriet Mrs. VanRensselaer (Reading) FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE Mrs. Whipple (Reading) Mrs. Ierlan SCIENCE Mrs. VanKouwenberg Mr. Levy ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT Mrs. Pembroke Ms. McNeill - Principal Office LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER Mrs. Smith Mrs. Loffredo - Main Office Mrs. Tabit Mr. Swain Mrs. VanGee Miss Wade ART Mr. Veit Ms. Marvin MATHEMATICS Mrs. Zebelman Mrs. Gordon Ms. Eberhardt Mrs. Ibrisimovic SOCIAL STUDIES CAFETERIA STAFF Mrs. Lowe Mrs. Gassmann Mrs. Heim Ms. Potter Mr. Kavanaugh Ms. Mattice Mr. Spitz Mr. Lawley Ms. Reigle - Manager Mrs. Weeden Mrs. Siesto Ms. Tonias Mr. Zaccardo Mr. Taylor Mrs. Valentine Counseling MUSIC Mrs. Guck - Counseling Secretary Mr. Everhart SPECIAL EDUCATION Ms. D’Ambrosio - Green Ms. Knapp Mrs. Brown Ms. Noye - Orange Mr. D’Agostino Mrs. Buschang Mrs. Ryan - Red Mr. Pelton Mrs. Ciluffo Ms. Fotopoulos CUSTODIAL STAFF NURSE Mr. Loray - TOSA Mrs. Bunt Mrs. Renkert Ms. Lyons Mr. Parker Mrs. O’Neill PHYSICAL EDUCATION Mrs. Bossard ENGLISH Mrs. Clark Mrs. Visca Mrs. Frye Mrs. Smith Miss Gillett Mr. VanKouwenberg TEACHER AIDES Mrs. Hollis Mrs. Behnke - Attendance Mrs. Insalaco PRINCIPAL Mrs. Fosco Miss Jerabeck Mr. Brian Gee Mrs. Goodwin Ms. Morris Mrs. Jones ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Mrs. McKenzie LANGUAGE OTHER THAN Mr. David Thering Ms. Palisano ENGLISH (LOTE) Mrs. Pettee Mrs. Crye PSYCHOLOGIST/SOCIAL Mrs. Purcell Mrs. Dix WORKER Ms. Quirk Mrs. Indorato Mrs. Hopson Mr. Thull Mrs. McPartland Ms. Knight Mr. Wachob Miss Ross Mr. Ryan TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION Mr. Hanna RELATED SERVICES Mrs. Harrison ELL - Mrs. Schoff Mr. Wolf

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V​ ictor Junior High Teaming Strategy 2020 - 2021

Mr. Gee - Principal Mrs. Hopson - School Psychologist Mr. Thering - Assistant Principal Ms. Knight - School Psychologist Mr. Ryan - School Social Worker/Substance Abuse Ms. McNeill - Principal Administrative Support Prevention Mrs. Guck - Counseling Office Administrative Support Mrs. Schoff - ELL Teacher Mrs. Loffredo - Main Office Administrative Support Mrs. White - Speech & Language Therapist Mrs. Renkert - School Nurse Mrs. Wood - Occupational Therapist Ms. D’Ambrosio - School Counselor Ms. Tait - Physical Therapist Ms. Noye - School Counselor Mrs. Coudriet - Music Therapist Mrs. Ryan - School Counselor Deputy Chumacero - School Resource Officer

RED 7 ORANGE 7 GREEN 7 Math - Mrs. Weeden Math - Mrs. Eberhardt & Mrs. Lowe Math - Mr. Spitz Science - Mrs. Wade Science - Mrs. Zebelman Science - Mrs. Smith Social Studies - Mr. Lawley Social Studies - Mr. Kavanaugh Social Studies - Mrs. Gassmann English - Ms. Morris English - Miss Jerabeck English - Mrs. Hollis Special Educator - Miss Fotopoulos Special Educator - Mrs. O’Neill Special Educator - Mrs. Brown 504 Coordinator - Mrs. Smith 504 Coordinator - Mrs. Smith 504 Coordinator - Mrs. Smith School Counselor - Mrs. Ryan School Counselor - Ms. Noye School Counselor - Ms. D’Ambrosio School Psychologist - Mrs. Hopson School Psychologist - Mrs. Hopson School Psychologist - Mrs. Hopson

RED 8 Orange 8 GREEN 8 Math - Mrs. Ibrisimovic Math - Miss Potter Math - Mr. Zaccardo Science -​ Mr. Swain & Mrs. Pembroke Science - Mr. Levy & Mr. Veit Science - Mr. Swain & Mr. Veit Social Studies - Mr. Taylor Social Studies - Mrs. Siesto Social Studies - Mrs. Valentine English - Ms. Gillett English - Mrs. Insalaco English - Mrs. Frye Special Educator - Mrs. Buschang Special Educator - Mrs. Ciluffo Special Educator - Mrs. Visca 504 Coordinator - Mrs. Krueger & 504 Coordinator - Mrs. Krueger & 504 Coordinator - Mrs. Krueger & Mrs. VanRensselaer Mrs. VanRensselaer Mrs. VanRensselaer School Counselor - Mrs. Ryan School Counselor - Mrs. Noye School Counselor - Ms. D’Ambrosio School Psychologist - Ms. Knight School Psychologist - Ms. Knight School Psychologist - Ms. Knight ENCORE

Art Mrs. Gordon, Ms Marvin

BOOST Mrs. Krueger

Languages other than English (LOTE) Mrs. Crye, Mrs. Dix, Mrs. Indorato, Mrs. McPartland. Ms. Ross

Health Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Jones

Family & Consumer Science Mrs. Ierlan, Mrs. VanKouwenberg

Instructional Support Services Math Mrs. Lowe, Mrs. Ibrisimovic, Ms. Eberhardt

Instructional Support Services Reading & Writing Mrs. VanRensselaer, Mrs. Whipple

Library Clerk Mrs. VanGee

Library Media Specialist Mrs. Tabit

Music Mr. Everhart (Instrumental), Ms. Knapp (Strings), Mr. D’Agostino (General/Vocal/Choir), Mr. Pelton (Instrumental)

Physical Education Mr. Clark, Mrs. Smith, Mr. VanKouwenberg

Special Education Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Bossard, Mrs. Buschang, Mrs. Ciluffo, Miss Fotopoulos, Ms. Lyons, Mrs. Morsheimer, Mrs. O’Neill, Mrs. Visca

Teacher Aides Mrs. Behnke, Mrs. Fosco, Mrs. Goodwin, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. McKenzie, Ms. Palisano, Mrs. Purcell, Ms. Quirk, Mr. Thull, Mr. Wachob

Technology Education Mr. Hanna, Mrs. Harrison, Mr. Wolf

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VICTOR JUNIOR HIGH 2020 - 2021 CLASS TIME SCHEDULE

8th Grade Red/Orange 7th Grade Red/Orange 7th & 8th Green

Period 1 Period 1 Period 1 7:35 - 8:13 7:35 - 8:13 7:35 - 8:13

Period 2 Period 2 Period 2 8:16 - 8:54 8:16 - 8:54 8:16 - 8:54

Period 3 Period 3 Period 3 8:57 - 9:35 8:57 - 9:35 8:57 - 9:35

Period 4 Period 4 Period 4 9:38 - 10:16 9:38 - 10:16 9:38 - 10:16

Period 5 Period 5 Period 5 10:19 - 10:57 10:19 - 10:57 10:19 - 10:57

LUNCH 1 Period 6 Period 6 11:00 - 11:30 11:00 - 11:38 11:00 - 11:38

Period 6 LUNCH 2 Period 7 11:33 - 12:11 11:41 - 12:11 11:41 - 12:19

Period 7 Period 7 LUNCH 3 12:14 - 12:52 12:14 - 12:52 12:22 - 12:52

Period 8 Period 8 Period 8 12:55 - 1:33 12:55 - 1:33 12:55 - 1:33

Period 9 Period 9 Period 9 1:36 - 2:14 1:36 - 2:14 1:36 - 2:14

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS

Junior High Curriculum

Grade 7 Grade 8 ​

English 7 (40 Weeks) English 8 (40 Weeks)

Social Studies 7 (40 Weeks) English 8C (40 Weeks)

Mathematics 7 (40 Weeks) Social Studies 8 (40 Weeks)

Mathematics ⅞ (40 Weeks) Mathematics - Algebra Regents Science 7 (40 Weeks) - Math 8 (40 Weeks)

Science ⅞ (40 Weeks) Science - Earth Science Regents Languages other than English - Science 8 (40 Weeks) - French 7 (40 Weeks) - Spanish 7 (40 Weeks) Language Other Than English - French 8 (40 Weeks) Health 7 (20 Weeks) - Spanish 8 (40 Weeks)

Technology Education (20 Weeks) Technology Education 8 (20 Weeks)

Family & Consumer Science (20 Weeks) Family & Consumer Science (20 Weeks)

Physical Education (40 Weeks) Art - Art 8 (20 Weeks) Music - Studio Art (40 Weeks) - Music 7 (20 Weeks) - Band 7 (20 Weeks) Music - Chorus 7 (20 Weeks) - Band 8 (40 Weeks) - Orchestra (40 Weeks) - Chorus 8 (40 Weeks) - Orchestra (40 Weeks)

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JH student enrollment in an art is as required Is a course designed to support students with by the New York State Department of significant academic concerns across all content areas. It is a structured environment Education for a total of 20 weeks. Art 8 is a combination of 7th and 8th grade curriculum that allows students to gain additional support taken as a single unit of Art during 8th grade. on class work and assessment preparation. The Art 8 is designed to bridge the learning of art in BOOST teacher acts as a liaison between the the Intermediate School and the High School. classroom teachers, counselors, parents, and Art 8 curriculum is developed around the the student. In addition to academic support, students focus on building study skills and following three concepts: Basic art techniques and processes, creative problem solving, and organizational strategies. an exploration of color. In addition, Art History is infused as a strand throughout each unit as a English foundation and as inspiration. The shift in title from Language Arts to English Studio Art begins at the 7th grade. Students in both grades complete a summer reading project. Studio Art at the 8th grade level is an Students participate in English class for the full accelerated Art course for students with a forty weeks each year. The emphasis moves to passion and strength in the Arts. The Studio Art a balance between both product and process curriculum covers basic skills such as drawing, assessment. Victor Junior High English composition, creative problem solving and curriculum addresses New York State ELA craftsmanship. Studio in Art introduces many standards and is aligned to the Common Core. mediums: graphite, colored pencil, watercolor, acrylic, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, and English 8C computer based programs throughout a 40 week, full year of instruction. The completion of This class is offered for those students who Studio Art earns 1 full High School Credit. have a love for reading and writing and are Taking Studio Art in 8th grade offers young looking for a challenge in these areas.8C artists a longer and more intense Art education students have different units of study which are in the Junior high alongside peers with designed to enhance rigor in preparation for AP common goals. Studio Art is a prerequisite for courses in the high school. Students who are all other High School Art electives and, if taken planning to enter either AP or IB courses in in Junior High, opens up greater flexibility for high school should seriously consider stepping Art electives in the High School. up the rigor of English 8C in 8th grade.

14 Languages Other Than students to evaluate and make critical choices promoting a high level of wellness while English enhancing their physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health.

French 7 & Spanish 7 *​Human Sexuality and AIDS Education ​Seventh grade students will continue studying In the spring of 2008 the Victor Central School either French or Spanish. Oral skills are Board of Education approved the Pre-K - 12 practiced daily to further develop situational Health Curriculum document. The Human conversations. Reading and writing activities Sexuality and AIDS portion of the document are correlated to support conversational topics. was reviewed and approved by the District Students continue the formal study of Health Advisory Team. grammar and cultural awareness. Daily at home study of vocabulary is essential for The Sexuality and AIDS portion of the success. Upon completion of this course, document was reviewed and approved by the students will take a school final exam. District Health Advisory Team. The following are philosophical statements relating to Human French 8 & Spanish 8 Sexuality and AIDS education: Eighth grade students will continue to develop conversational skills and cultural awareness. Abstinence Material will be presented topically with It is the intention of the Victor Central School emphasis on learning pertinent vocabulary, District to communicate to students through grammatical structures and in communicating its Health Curriculum that sexual abstinence is real life situations. Daily at home study is the only medically safe and morally responsible expected and essential for success. Eighth choice for unmarried teenagers. Through our grade students must take the New York State health instruction we intend to teach that the Regional Foreign Language exam. Upon avoidance of intercourse until the successful completion of the course and the establishment of a mutually monogamous exam, students will earn one unit of high school adult relationship such as marriage provides credit. the greatest chance of remaining physically and emotionally healthy. Further, we intend to Health communicate that the use of condoms does not make premarital sex responsible, because Health 7 condoms are no guarantee that intercourse will Students will learn the practical applications of be physically safe, emotionally safe, or ethically their scientific knowledge. Exercise, diet, loving. nutrition, stress, drug abuse, relationships, sexuality * and human behavior are discussed Slang Terms in their relation to the development of positive health choices. Students will study how their Grades Pre-K - 5 ​The use of slang terms by students choices and goals influence their wellness and or teachers is prohibited. Students using such terms quality of life. will be instructed individually as to the inappropriateness of the term. The student will be given the scientific term with further definition Victor Central School Health Education referred home. Philosophy ​Health and wellness education is the foundation for the development of Grades 6 - 12 ​Slang terms, when introduced through self-management, communication, decision student input, will be explained to a class or making, planning, goal setting, stress individual from the point of student safety and management and advocacy. Therefore, health mutual respect. The explanation will be basic as to education at Victor Central Schools is designed category and inappropriateness to ensure that all to enable students to acquire the knowledge students can protect themselves (and others) from becoming targets of such slang. Further definition and skills necessary to promote lifetime will be referred home. wellness. Our District is committed to an instructional program that prepares our

15 Family & Consumer Science coherent problem-centered curriculum that promotes an inquiry-based teaching-learning classroom environment. Family & Consumer Science 7 All seventh grade students will take Home and M​ ath 7C Career Skills for 20 weeks. During this class, This course will follow the traditional path for students will develop many life skills in the accelerated course recommended by managing resources, problem solving, and Common Core and the Victor School District. decision making. Students will participate in This class will include the entire math 7 “hands- on” learning activities as they explore curriculum along with the 8th grade foods, nutrition and wellness, clothing care, curriculum. Since this curriculum has child care and development, and consumer compacted 1.5 years into one tear, the students skills. must have well developed math concepts and exceptional task commitment. Students who Family & Consumer Science 8 successfully complete this course will be Each eighth grade student will take Home and enrolled in the Common Core Algebra the Career Skills for 20 weeks. This is a life skills following year. CMP3 (Connected Math class that will give students many strategies for Program 3) is the primary resource for math 7C. dealing with consumer issues, budgeting, CMPS is a coherent problem-centered financial literacy, job-related skills, and career curriculum that promotes an inquiry-based exploration. During the course students teaching-learning classroom environment. participate in an entrepreneurial venture, learn about textiles and machine sewing, and Math 8 manage their environment, including interior The Common Core State Standards seek to design and resource management. develop both students’ mathematical understanding through writing and verbal Literacy Lab expression, problem solving and their procedural skills. The standards the curriculum will cover include the number system, This course is designed to help students expressions and equations, functions, who have been identified as needing geometry, and statistics and probability. CMP3 assistance in the area of literacy (AIS). This (Connected Math Program 3) is the primary course is specifically designed to improve resource for math 8. CMP3 is a coherent literacy skills by focusing on reading problem-centered curriculum that promotes comprehension strategies, fluency, an inquiry-based teaching-learning classroom efficient text reading strategies, and environment. writing skills. This course is taught by a Algebra I reading specialist. This is a High School course. This course will follow the traditional path for the accelerated Mathematics course recommended by Common Core. Students must have well developed math concepts and exceptional task commitment, as Mathematics 7 it demands a much faster pace for instruction The Common Core State Standards seek to and learning. Students will earn one unit of develop both students’ mathematical high school math credit upon successful understanding, problem solving and their completion. Final grades will be reflected on procedural skills. The standards the curriculum the student’s High School transcript. will cover are ratios and proportional reasoning, the number system, expressions and equations, Math Lab geometry, and statistics and probability. This course is designed to help students who have been identified as needing assistance in CMP3 (Connected Math Program 3) is the math (AIS). The purpose of the class is to assist primary resource for Math 7. CMP3 is a

16 students in understanding the basic concepts of math. There is an emphasis on Band 7 & 8 manipulatives, drawings, and other tactile Students interested in Junior High Band should means of understanding why things work in have participated in the Intermediate Band math. Alternative methods of problem solving program, or have had equivalent experience in are also investigated. private lesson instruction. All band members are required to take a weekly lesson and Music participate in all performances. Through the medium of musical performance students will experience an important aspect of our culture, All Junior High students are required to study gain a sense of accomplishment for their efforts music each year. They have the option of taking and contributions, and value the importance of either a general music class, or a performance their responsibilities within a group. Concert based course which includes band, chorus and participation is required. Additional performing orchestra. opportunities are offered locally and at the county and state levels for those who qualify. GENERAL MUSIC

Music 7 O​ rchestra 7 & 8 In this half-year course, students will explore Students interested in Junior High Orchestra should have participated in the Intermediate the roots of today’s music, learn to play guitar and compose electronic music using Orchestra program, or have had equivalent GarageBand software. experience in private lesson instruction. Music 8 Performance literature is designed to build In this half-year course, we will explore the 12 upon skills developed in the Intermediate bar blues, continue to study the guitar, and Program in preparation for participation in the compose electronic music using GarageBand Senior High. Students will receive small group software. instruction on their primary instrument in weekly lessons, as well as a basic introduction ​MUSIC ENSEMBLES to music theory and critical listening in rehearsals. Participation in outside performing Chorus, Band and Orchestra are opportunities and solo festivals is open to all performance-based music electives. students and is strongly encouraged. Participation in out-of-school concerts and Participation in all ensemble concerts is a performances are mandatory course mandatory course requirement. requirements for these classes. Students and parents will be notified of performance and festival dates in September.

All performance based electives meet for ​forty weeks and are full-year commitments.

Chorus 7 & 8 Singing in a chorus is an enjoyable, confidence and character-building endeavor. In the Junior High, students can expect to sing a variety of literature in three and sometimes four-part harmony. Junior High choruses perform in two concerts per year and participation in each performance is required. While participation in chorus at the Intermediate School is encouraged, it is not a required prerequisite for this course.

17 Physical Education course is offered to introduce the basic knowledge of biology and chemistry for regents courses offered in high school. Physical Education classes for seventh and eighth graders offer an assortment of activities Science 8 including lifetime sports, recreational activities, The goal of this course is to blend the games and personal fitness. Physical Education traditional science course with laboratory activities include swimming, basketball, team investigations so that the students will have the handball, flag football, floor hockey, rugby, knowledge and ability to apply what they have badminton, lacrosse, softball, volleyball, learned in everyday problems. The core areas geocaching, cardio kickboxing, speedball, self to be studied are Physics, Chemistry, and Earth defense, functional strength training, and golf. Science and a review of Life Science. This course can be used as a foundation for all Grades are given every 10 weeks. They are upper level science courses. based on assessments, including skill development, application of skill, strategy, and R​ egents Earth Science safety. Cognitive Assessments are also given in Regents Earth Science is a fast paced and each unit. Personal and social responsibility is rigorous laboratory oriented course that studies also assessed to enhance a positive class the earth processes. Topics of study include atmosphere, and promote sportsmanship, meteorology, astronomy, geology, geologic cooperation, respect, fair play and consistency history and rocks and minerals. Scientific theory in effort. Students are expected to change for and problem solving will be stressed. It is class each day to maintain personal hygiene. necessary for the student to have a strong fundamental background in mathematics. A Students are also expected to adhere to daily safety rules which include no jewelry and/or New York State regents exam will be taken in June. This is a high school course, earning one gum chewing. Sportsmanship, personal unit of high school credit upon successful responsibility, cooperation and respect for completion. Completion of labs is required to others is stressed at all times. Intramurals are sit for the final. offered after school as an extension of the physical education curriculum. Make-up classes are offered during scheduled Activity Periods.

Science Science 7 Seventh grade science is a course focused on the science of living things. Students study areas such as the cell and all cell processes, ecology, classification and kingdoms of living things, genetics, and human biology. A variety of activities will be used during the course, such as dissections, laboratory work and projects. This course serves as the foundation for biology and other high school electives.

Science 7/8 Science 7/8 is offered for seventh grade students who plan to enroll in Earth Science in 8th grade. This course is designed for students that want to challenge themselves in a rigorous, fast paced course. It is a comprehensive study of life science as well as an introduction to Physical Science. This

18 Social Studies Special Education

Social Studies content in grades 7 and 8 Victor Junior High provides specialized focuses on a chronologically organized study of instruction, for students with disabilities United States and New York State history. through the Committee on Special Education. Course content traces the human experience in Students may be able to receive help and the United States from the period leading to reinforcement from our special education staff the American Revolution to the modern day, if prescribed by their IEP (Individualized including political, geographic, economic and Educational Plan). social trends in United States history. Within this context, students will: Our special education delivery model focuses on teaching strategies to students to 1. Acquire content knowledge compensate for their academic, and/or 2. Gain an understanding of the broad social-emotional deficits. Teachers help build concepts that tie together the historical student skills through a general education events being studied support class which provides instruction using 3. Apply Social Studies skills to other the students' content area assignments. There content areas is a great deal of contact and coordination 4. Increase their interest in Social Studies between the special education teacher and the other general education teachers. Goals for the Social Studies 7 student may include: The seventh grade curriculum begins with a study of Native Americans and culminates with 1. Improve reading, writing and math the Civil War. The United States Constitution skills and its effects on the lives of the American 2. Improve organization and study skills people are discussed. and/or social-emotional difficulties

Social Studies 8 Consultant teacher classes are also available in The eighth grade curriculum begins with the some of the content areas. A special education post-Civil War era and concludes with current and content area teacher (general education events. The social, political and economic forces teacher) co-teach these classes. This provides a which shaped our country in the centuries heterogeneously grouped learning following the Civil War are studied. The environment where students are provided the Constitution as a living document of, by, and for additional support necessary to meet the state the American people is integral to this study. standards.

There is also a Special Class option in the Junior High which focuses on academic, social-emotional, and/or behavioral needs. Students with developmental disabilities, as determined by the Committee on Special Education, may receive instruction in English (reading, writing, listening and speaking), Math, and/or daily living skills. Expectations are based on individual abilities.

Classroom and/or individual behavior modification programs are implemented in classrooms to reinforce appropriate school behaviors (participating in class, behaving appropriately, being on time, being prepared and completing homework).

19 Technology Education in 7th and 8th grade technology activities in computer science, engineering, and architecture, they see a range of paths and Middle school is a time of exploration, a time possibilities they can look forward to in high when students are figuring out what they’re school and beyond. passionate about today and how that relates to who they’ll become tomorrow. Students discover the design process and develop an understanding of influence of During this transitional time, 7th and 8th grade creativity and innovation in their lives. They are technology units empower students to lead then challenged and empowered to use and their own discovery. The hands-on program apply what they’ve learned throughout the boosts classroom engagement and excitement, units. drives collaboration, inspires “aha! Moments” and deep comprehension. As students engage

20 GUIDANCE/TESTING/PARENTING

Guidance/School Counseling

The Junior High School counseling department offers short-term developmental counseling. The topics addressed often include, orientation to school programs, academic progress, peer relationships, scheduling/class placement, and crisis intervention.

Counselors also coordinate parent conferences with the teaching staff. Additionally, parents may call the Counseling Office to discuss concerns, schedule an appointment to meet with all/some of the teachers during team meeting times, or to consult with the counselor on specific concerns related to their child(ren).

Testing

The NYS assessments at the 7th/8th grade level are scheduled during the following dates :

April 19 - April 20, 2021 - NYS ELA grade 7 & 8 Assessments

May 3 - May 4, 2021 - NYS Math grade 7 & 8 Assessments

May 25 - June 4, 2021 - NYS Grade 8 Science Performance Assessments (date range)

June 7, 2021 - NYS Grade 8 Science written Assessments

Parent/Teacher Conferences

The Junior High staff believes that communication between school and home is very important. Teachers or parents may initiate a personal conference. Parents may initiate a conference with a phone call to the Counseling Office.

School/Home Communication ● www.victorschools.org ● Monthly calendars available on the District website at the beginning of each month. Hard copies available in the main office upon request. ● Teacher voice mail/email ● Good News postcards ● Parent Conferences, Student Agenda ● The Principal’s listserv email. Sign up through our websiteA​ CADEMICS

21 Integrity Policy VICTOR JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY ESTABLISHED MARCH 2017

PHILOSOPHY

All members of the Victor educational community, students and teachers alike, must base their conduct on five essential values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility. As students, you are responsible for producing your ​own ​ work including, but not limited to homework, quizzes, tests, labs, projects, and written papers. Your honesty in doing so earns, in turn, the trust and respect of others and your expectation for a fair assessment of your work. This is the foundation of a healthy educational environment in which true learning takes place, and in which true growth in knowledge and character occurs.

Granted, the various pressures in your daily life, at school, at home, on the athletic fields, or at a job, often create a demanding schedule in which to fit time needed for required schoolwork. The temptation to “cut corners,” to copy someone else’s homework, to download a paper from the internet, or simply to lie about having done the reading can be strong.

But, ​resist ​ that temptation, and simply be honest with yourself and your teachers. Do the best work of which you are capable, and you will develop a pride in your own self-reliance. That integrity which comes from being academically honest leads to a work ethic and a personal dignity that will not only serve you well throughout high school, but in the years after your time spent here as well.

CONSEQUENCES OF ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Students involved in breaches of academic integrity will potentially receive a zero for the work in question, with the possibility of a lower or failing course grade. The student’s parents will be notified by the classroom teacher(s). A possible follow up meeting will be scheduled with the student’s teacher(s) and school counselor.

In addition, incidents of academic dishonesty may be referred to the administration for other disciplinary action. More serious offenses will be documented on a written disciplinary referral.

22 Established March 2017

Academic Honors Eligibility ACADEMIC HONORS The number one priority of Victor Junior Students who attain an average of 84.5% High School is to educate the whole child, or higher for a ten week marking period first by stimulating the intellect will have their name placed on the Merit academically and then, by providing a and Honor Rolls. The names of the number of common experiences designed students are placed on a board in the main to develop the social, physical and ethical lobby and in local newspapers. A failing values necessary to be a productive grade in any subject area disqualifies a member of society. Co-curricular programs student from academic honors. help to provide such experiences and thus are considered an integral part of our - High Honors school's curriculum. In reality, they are an - 94.445 - 100% (10 Wk. Av.) extension of the classroom. - Honors - 89.445 - 94.444% (10 Wk. Involvement in co-curricular activities, Av.) however, must never become detrimental - Merit to the academic progress of the students. - 84.445 - 89.444% (10 Wk. Therefore, a clearly established system for Av.) eligibility based on effort, performance and behavior is to be followed. It is our belief Awards Assembly that such a system will serve as a tool to motivate students toward working up to Students who have demonstrated their ability. outstanding academic and social achievement are honored at assemblies throughout the school year and/or at the Eligibility Guidelines evening Awards Assembly in June. Awards There are four grade report dates for are given for attendance, leadership, art, eligibility that coincide with the end of the foreign language, Health, Home and marking period. Students who are failing Careers, English, Math, Music, Physical one or more subjects on these dates will Education, Science, Social Studies, have one week to achieve a passing grade technology education, outstanding effort in the particular course(s). Students who and citizenship. are still failing courses after the one week grace period will be deemed ineligible. Note: S​ tudents may also be declared Breakfast with the ineligible for demonstrating poor effort Principal within a subject area or be declared ineligible by the administration, with Students who achieve a grade point teacher input, for not exhibiting good average of ​94.445% ​or higher for each of citizenship. Names will be put on an the first three marking periods and their ineligibility list, distributed to all faculty, parents are invited to have breakfast with staff, advisors, and coaches. the Principal. Students receive the

Certificate of Academic Excellence Award at the breakfast in May.

23 Procedures for Ineligibility

Implementation Homework Parents and students may track academic progress through our online grade Student Agendas will be used daily by reporting system. Formal notifications of every student. Students are expected to do ineligibility will be sent to all staff of the homework ​ ​neatly ​ and i​ n the manner students appearing on the list of failures. specified by the teacher. ​ The teacher is All staff, advisors and coaches will be given not required to accept any paper unless instructions have been followed. lists of students who are first in the grace period and then also provided a list of Students are expected to make up all work students who are declared ineligible. missed due to absence. When a student is absent for at least two days, the Students can get an ineligibility sign off sheet from the guidance secretary in the parent/guardian should call the Jr. High school office. Students are attendance office (ext. 5412) on the second day (before 10 a.m.) to request homework responsible for completing their ineligibility sign off sheet which includes a which will be available in the office at 3 signature from the teacher whose class p.m. Also, arrangements should be made to get books from the student's locker. the child was failing. Students need to submit a completed sign off form to the When a student is absent, either excused Guidance office. This will ensure that their or unexcused, he/she may be given an name is removed from the ineligibility list. opportunity to make up any missed work In the event that a student transfers from for credit. This rule also applies in the event one teacher to another, the grade transfers that a student is suspended from school. to the new course/teacher. Students will be given a reasonable period of time to make up work (approximately The new teacher then assumes responsibility with respect to determining one week). eligibility. Once teachers have signed The responsibility to make up back students off ineligibility, the option assignments and/or tests rests with the remains with the teachers to make the student. If a student is absent from school student ineligible if the students’ effort for a family vacation or trip, the diminishes and they have a failing grade. parent/guardian should notify the principal in writing of the days the student During the period in which a student is ineligible, student privileges are will be absent. ​All school absence for the suspended. These include but are not purpose of vacation will be reflected as un​excused days. limited to:

The student may not leave their study hall Promotional Policy for book pass to the library. The Regent's Action Plan recommends The student athletes may not participate that schools publish their promotional in athletic games or practices while policy. Victor Junior High students will be ineligible. Also, students in clubs, promoted to the next grade if they have organizations, music/drama may not successfully completed a minimum of 80% participate in performances or rehearsals.

24 of their total units of study in a given year. The passing grade for all junior high Study Habits subjects is 65%. All decisions on retention are made on an individual basis and in accordance with District retention School is a full-time job. Students must schedule a specific time and place to do protocol. their work and do it regularly if they are to Report Cards gain the most benefit from their school attendance. Report cards inform students and their parents of the academic accomplishments The following suggestions might be of the student. Students will receive report helpful: cards every ten weeks. Report cards are computer generated and give the 1. Students should have a definite numerical average for each course as well time and place for studying. as comments by teachers. 2. Students should find a comfortable, well-ventilated place with suitable light. MARKING END OF MARKING 3. The presence of electronic devices PERIOD PERIOD not needed for school work should 10 Weeks November 6, 2020 be avoided. 4. Students should have only those 20 Weeks January 22, 2021 items at hand which are necessary 30 Weeks April 2, 2021 to work. 5. Students should get enough sleep, 40 Weeks June 25, 2021 exercise, and recreation,but should Report cards will be mailed home keep everything in "balance". approximately one week after the end of 6. Students should study when they the marking period. are fresh - not when everything else Course weights are as follows: has made them tired. 7. Students should review a little each French ​1.00 day as well as doing their current English work. They should not try to learn Mathematics everything at once - frequent Science shorter periods of study will help to Social Studies retain the information. Spanish 8. Remember that all work missed Studio Art during absence must be made up. Failure to do so will result in loss of Art 8 ​.50 information which is important to Band, Chorus, Orchestra total knowledge. Students should Family & Consumer Science 8 see their teachers as soon as they Physical Education 7 & 8 return to school and arrange to Reading & Study Skills 7 meet with them to discuss how to Technology Education 7 & 8 go about "make-up" work. 9. It is difficult to suggest a definite Family & Consumer Science 7 .​ 25 time allotment for studying and Music 7 & 8 homework.The amount assigned each night differs from one time to

25 another and from one class to 5. reading another. Students should make a 6. working independently to study a study plan so that they may allow selected topic enough time for all work, making certain that all work is kept up Textbooks every day... Please, do not put off

until tomorrow! The school provides textbooks for student use. These books are expensive and must Study Halls be used for several years. When using them, students should remember that Students in Victor Junior High are someone will use them the following year, expected To use study halls as study so care should be taken not to break the periods and not as "free time". The faculty bindings, tear pages, or deface the books and staff feel that by managing this study in any way. All books should be covered. time well, students can stay current with Teachers will check textbooks at different assignments and work ahead or do times throughout the year. Students will enrichment work. Students are be held responsible for willful or encouraged to prepare for a study hall as unreasonable damage to books, and it will they would for an assigned class. All be their responsibility to pay for the repair materials and items needed for use during or replacement of any book so damaged. that period should be brought by the The charge for lost textbooks or textbooks student to study hall. Passes will be kept damaged beyond repair will be the f​ ull to a minimum. replacement cost ​of the book. There will be a $7.50 charge for books sent to the Faculty and staff members who monitor bindery. Textbooks may be collected prior students in a study hall situation will: to the last day of school. Students with lost or damaged books will be told the amount 1. expect good study habits and of the charge. If a student requests a provide an appropriate study textbook in order to study for the final environment. examination, the teacher will give the 2. direct the students to focus on student one and make arrangements for academics. its return. If the book is not returned, it will 3. encourage students to go beyond be considered the same as a lost textbook. meeting the minimum requirements of any course of study. ACTIVITIES/CLUBS 4. enforce the concept of study halls as academic periods, rather than as free time or time to run errands. Academic Challenge Bowl

The following activities are appropriate in a ACB is a fast-paced, study hall setting: question-and-answer competition. It is very similar to the high school 1. completing assigned homework program, MasterMinds. In a sense, 2. working on long-term assignments what middle school modified sports is 3. organizing notes/folders/etc. for JV/Varsity sports, ACB is to 4. studying material for current units (not necessarily only for test) MasterMinds. Our ACB team is a

26 league with 3 other schools that The following rules apply: compete against each other. The 1. All Junior High events are closed questions cover a broad range in art, to students outside the Junior biology, chemistry, current events, High. geography, history, literature, music, 2. Students who are rough housing or political science, pop culture, religion interfering with others may be and sports. ACB has a weekly practice asked to leave. Chronic offenders during the activity period and all will be banned for the year. students are welcome. 3. Students are expected to arrive promptly and to stay for the entire Activity Nights event. In the event that a child is picked up early, the parent ​must All activities at Victor Junior High are open come into the school to check to students from grades 7 & 8. Our events them out. School officials will notify serve an educational purpose, introducing parents of any concerns. students to an informal social setting. 4. Any student referred to the Main Students will learn to develop Office for disciplinary reasons interpersonal skills, have fun in a during a given period of time prior supervised activity, mix with peers in a to a dance, risks the chance of healthful environment, and perhaps learn losing privileges to attend Junior the latest dance steps while using social High events or other special etiquette. Event planners learn activities. organizational and planning skills, as well 5. Students should adhere to the as responsibility. Parents are encouraged dress code for events. Students to chaperone. Please contact the Junior should dress as they would for a High if you are interested in volunteering. school day.

The Junior High recognizes that parents must exercise their right to determine the appropriateness of such social functions All Junior High Activity Nights will run from for their children. Factors to consider are a 7:00 to 9:00 p.m​. Any changes in these times child's age, maturity, and ability to handle will be widely advertised. Due to safety peer pressure and the corresponding considerations, parents are expected to pick children up by 9:00 p.m.​ If you need to pick up social obligations which are often your child before 9:00, you MUST come into imposed. We would like both students and the school and sign them out. parents to understand that dating is neither encouraged or necessary for dances. We believe that by coming and mixing with a group of friends, both boys and girls can enjoy themselves and learn more appropriate behavior patterns.

27 Art Club Field Band

Art Club meets twice a month to explore, Junior High student membership in the Sr. research, and create art. This club provides High Field Band is open to any interested students with an interest in art to learn Jr. High Band Member. Junior High more about artists, materials, techniques, student membership in Fall Color Guard is and resources. All 7th & 8th graders are open to any interested Junior High welcome to join. This creates an exciting student. ​Auditions f​ or Winter Color Guard opportunity for 7th graders to experience are open to any Junior High student who art at school. For more information please participated in Fall Color Guard in the contact Leah Marvin via email: same school year. ​Auditions ​for Indoor [email protected] Percussion Ensemble are open to any interested JH student.

Big Time Friends French Club Victor Junior High School offers a unique program to support students in forming French Club is a great way for students to friendships and improving social use French outside of the class during interaction skills called Big Time Friends. Activity Period. Activities include: Loto Utilizing trained peer mentors, students (French Bingo), Zut!, “99” card game, with disabilities engage in activities French food taste-testing, French movies, targeting specific skill areas which may French parties (including a Mardi Gras need strengthening. Big Time Friends party), a French raffle at the end of the club meets regularly throughout the year and more! Students also do school year, during the activity period. fundraising for the 8th grade Quebec trip. The Quebec trip takes place at the end of Culinary Club May and is open to any 8th grader who takes French (it’s not a mandatory trip). It’s an awesome opportunity to hear, see Students learn to cook, bake and how to and speak French in real life situations. present different foods. One of the most Students also learn about the history and enjoyable events of this club is eating what culture of Quebec. you make! Open to all 7th & 8th grade students. Go Green Garden Team Fiddle Club Come have fun while learning to grow herbs and vegetables! We meet during the Fiddle Club offers students an opportunity activity period, and students also have the to experience alternative styles of music opportunity to continue gardening over on their instrument. The musical styles the summer if they are interested in students will study include (but is not receiving volunteer credit hours. Food is limited to) Irish, Scottish, Old Time, made and sampled from our harvest in the Bluegrass, and Cajun Fiddle Music. An summer and fall. Produce is used in our emphasis will be placed on learning tunes Family & Consumer Science classes, by ear, following the traditional style of Culinary Club, Culinary Arts enrichment passing music down through generations. classes, and our school cafeterias.

28 Donations are also made to the Victor-Farmington Food Cupboard. No Musical experience necessary. For more information, visit our website: Every other year the Junior High puts on a garden.victorschools.org musical production. Students in grades 7-9 are welcome to audition. Auditions are GSA (Gay-Straight usually during the first full week of school and rehearsals are typically from 3pm to Alliance) 5pm. The performance date will be announced at the beginning of the school The GSA club will focus on LGBTQIA+ year. identity support and advocacy. The club's goal is to positively impact and inform Positive Connections Club students & staff in our school by providing education and awareness about the (PCC) LGBTQIA community. Bring your strong character and positive If you are interested in joining the GSA ideas on how to make VJH an even better club it will meet on the first Wednesday of place to be! Plan fun activities and events every month from 2:15-3:00pm on Zoom such as holiday fun, spiritwear, and starting November 4th. *Link is below. ALL character challenges! are welcome! Spanish Club Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97015943547?pwd=eCtLb Spanish club is open to 7th and 8th grade zcwTDlRWHJUZnpyRkRkOWFMUT09 students who want to have fun using

Spanish outside of the classroom. Jazz Club Activities may include: bingo, “99” the card game, game day, craft days (relevant to Any seventh or eighth grade student who cultural events) food taste-testing, and would like additional performance Spanish movies. opportunities in the area of jazz is welcome to sign up to participate in this Student Council after school activity. All students must also be members of one of the concert bands if their instrument is a regular band This representative service group is the voice of our student body and works for instrument. the students to improve our school programs and activities. Team Math Olympiad representatives are elected each Fall. The Student Council representative should not Do you love math? Join hundreds of necessarily be the most popular student, thousands of students in a worldwide but one who is willing to serve his/her math competition. We will meet two to classmates, keep them informed, carry three times a month to practice our math group concerns to the entire student skills and compete in the contest. The council and will demonstrate good contests run monthly from November to leadership qualities. The council meets March. activity periods each month.

29 Representatives must be willing and able Salvation Army and a visit to meet the CEO to attend all meetings, as well as attend all of Lollypop Farm. At least one field trip to a school dances. Responsibility for the women’s event is planned each year. success of the council rests both with the membership and the leadership. Citizenship

Yearbook Junior High students are becoming more mature and will be expected to assume The Yearbook staff is open to 7th and 8th responsibility for their behavior. We feel grade students who are interested in the that by this time junior high age students publishing of the Junior High yearbook. should have developed a good sense of The staff will work on design, layout, "right and wrong." The behavior of every formats, creating captions/headings, student must reflect good taste and a editing, and photography. This is a consideration of and for others. While we hands-on publication experience. rely on students to accept the responsibility for behavior, teachers and Young Men’s Leadership counselors will not hesitate to remind students when necessary about that responsibility. We are confident that all Young Men's Leadership is a club open to students will help maintain the standards all 7th and 8th grade boys. Our goal is to of conduct and positive involvement for provide our students with leadership, which our pupils have earned a fine teamwork, and community outreach in a reputation. fun, character-building environment. Our activities can take place both during and outside of the school day. We volunteer, Discipline Code we explore careers, and we get out in the community to learn more about what Any student who, in the judgment of the leadership looks like. Our club typically administration, commits a misconduct of meets or has an activity once or twice a the types defined in the Victor School month. Make sure to pay attention to District Code of Conduct shall be subject morning announcements for meeting to disciplinary actions deemed appropriate information. We have open enrollment, for that type of misconduct. The judgment students can join up at any point in the regarding the consequence(s) of school year. inappropriate behavior will be made by school personnel and administration.

Young Women’s The Code of Conduct is available on the Leadership district’s website.

This club is open to girls in grades 7 and 8 Activity Period who are interested in service to their school, looking at roles for girls in school Activity period at the Junior High is part of and life, and learning about career our regular school day. Students are opportunities. Meetings are two or three expected to remain in school for a variety times a month. In past years, activities of reasons, chief among them being to have included ringing of the bells for the obtain additional academic help and/or to

30 serve detention. Activity period runs Backpacks Tuesday through Thursday from 2:20-2:55. Students will not be allowed to carry On Mondays, all students, except those backpacks during the school day.​ They participating in sports, are required to are allowed to bring them to and from leave at 2:15.​ Students who stay for an school; however, backpacks are required activity period on Friday’s must provide to be stored in the students’ locker during their own transportation home. Sports the school day. study hall is available to those athletes who are actively participating in a sport that quarter; it is located in the Junior High Electronic Devices Cafeteria . S​ tudents who stay for Activity Period and ride the bus home will be Cell phones present distractions to the required to obtain a Bus Pass from their educational setting and are NOT allowed activity period teacher. in the Junior High School classroom. If cell phones, MP3 players/IPODS, Kindles, or the Attire like are brought to the school, they n​ eed to be turned off and stored in the student’s locker during the school day The “appropriateness” of student dress is a (7:35-2:55). The school can not be topic which is occasionally debated. In our responsible for these items​. Students Junior High School, students are made who need to use a cell phone before/after aware of our expectations regarding the school day can do so in the designated student attire throughout the year. cell phone use area in the atrium of the Essentially, the elements of good taste main office. There is a phone available for prevail. T-shirts with inappropriate slogans student use in the main office. or pictures, spaghetti strap tops, see through shirts, short shorts, and the like are NOT acceptable. No undergarments should be visible. Overcoats and outerwear, including hats will NOT be worn during the school day. Students are allowed to bring them to and from school; however, these items are required to be stored in their lockers during the school day.

While dress is always a matter of individual choice, the standards of good taste for our students “place of business” are very high. Should there be any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the principal, assistant principal, or the nurse.

As always, we appreciate the cooperation of our students and parents in the creation of a non-distracting environment which is conducive to effective learning and behavior.

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Student Responsibilities Code of Conduct All District students have the responsibility to: 1. Act in an empathetic and respectful manner This abridged version was created to give toward others while on school property. parents/guardians an overview, which includes, but is 2. Contribute to maintaining a safe, supportive not limited to, the more detailed legal document. To and orderly school environment that is review the full document go to the District’s web site conducive to learning. at www.victorschools.org. Can be found under: 3. Attend school every day unless they are - District (Board Policies) legally excused and be in class, on time, and - Parents Tab prepared to learn. - Students Tab 4. Work to the best of their ability in all A Code of Conduct is more than a guideline for good academic and extracurricular pursuits and student behavior; it defines a culture for successful strive toward their highest level of learning by promoting an environment that is safe, achievement possible. civil, responsible and respectful. The VCS Code of 5. Ask questions when they do not understand. Conduct was developed to give students, staff and 6. Seek help in solving problems. parents a compass for success not only in the 7. Dress appropriately for school and school classroom, but at any school related event, on and off functions. our campus, including on the school bus.* A high 8. Accept responsibility for their actions. quality education can only be attained in a high 9. Be familiar with and abide by District quality setting, without disruption or interference. policies, rules and regulations dealing with The Code of Conduct emphasizes the importance of student conduct. good conduct and valuable character building 10. React to direction given by teachers, principles such as civility, mutual respect, citizenship, administrators and other school personnel tolerance, honesty and integrity. This document also in a respectful, positive manner. highlights the consequences that result from poor 11. Work to develop mechanisms to manage quality conduct and character. The code is also their anger. compliant with the Dignity for All Students Act 12. Conduct themselves as representatives of (Dignity Act). The intent of the amended Dignity Act the District when participating in or is to provide all public school students with an attending school-sponsored extracurricular environment free from harassment, bullying events and to hold themselves to the (including cyber bullying) and discrimination, as well highest standards of conduct, demeanor, as to foster civility in public schools. The Dignity Act and sportsmanship. focuses on the prevention of discriminatory 13. Inform school officials of knowledge of behaviors, including harassment/bullying, through potential safety issues. the promotion of educational measures meant to 14. Promptly report violations of the Code of positively impact culture and climate. Dignity Act Conduct to a teacher, school counselor, Coordinators are linked by building on the VCS administrator or appropriate staff member. Website. * Unless otherwise indicated, this code 15. Use technology resources, including the applies to all students, school personnel, parents and Internet and email, in a responsible manner. other visitors when on school property or attending a school function. Essential Partners Parents, teachers, school counselors, school Student Rights and Responsibilities psychologists, administrators, the School Resource Student Rights Officer (SRO), Board of Education, Dignity Act The District is committed to safeguarding the rights Coordinators and other school personnel are vital to given to all students under state and federal law and the success of a learning environment where all District policy. In addition, to promote a safe, healthy, students can thrive. Together, they collaborate to orderly and supportive school environment, all optimize our students’ educational opportunities District students have the right to: 1. Take part in all through a safe, orderly and stimulating setting and to District activities on an equal basis regardless of race, maintain a climate of mutual respect and dignity for weight, color, creed, national origin, ethnic group, all students. religion, religious practice, gender, sexual orientation or disability. 2. Present their version of the relevant Student Dress Code events to school personnel authorized to impose a Students and parents have the right to determine disciplinary penalty in connection with the imposition how a student dresses providing that such attire is of the penalty. 3. Access school policies, regulations not destructive to school property, complies with and rules and, when necessary, receive an requirements for health and safety and standard of explanation of those rules from school personnel. decency within the community. Appropriate student

32 dress is required at all instructional times and athletic participation 6. Suspension from social or District-sponsored events (i.e. extracurricular events, extracurricular activities 7. Suspension of other prom, etc.). The administration is authorized to take privileges 8. In-school suspension 9. Removal from action in instances where individual dress does not classroom 10. Short-term (five days or less) meet stated requirements. suspension from school 11. Long-term (more than five days) suspension from school 12. Permanent Prohibited Student Conduct suspension from school. VCS expects all students to conduct themselves in an appropriate and civil manner, with proper regard for Minimum Periods of Suspension the rights and welfare of other students, District The safety and security of all VCS students and staff is personnel and other members of the school our top priority. As such, certain student violations, community, and for the care of school facilities and regardless of the circumstances, may call for a equipment. The following conduct is strictly minimum period of suspension. In the event of a prohibited at VCS: suspension, the student and the student’s parent will ● Disorderly conduct be given the same notice and opportunity for an ● Insubordinate conduct informal meeting given to all students subject to a ● Disruptive conduct short-term suspension. If the proposed consequence ● Violent conduct exceeds the ● Conduct that endangers the safety, physical minimum five-day suspension, the student and the or mental health or welfare of others student’s parent will be given the same notice and ● Misconduct while on a school bus opportunity for a hearing given to all students subject ● Any form of academic misconduct to a long-term suspension. A student with a disability ● Off-campus misconduct that interferes with, may be suspended only in accordance with the or can reasonably be expected to requirements of state and federal law. substantially disrupt the educational process in the school or at a school function The following scenarios were developed to outline varying degrees of violations as they relate to Reporting Violations varying degrees of suspension. All students are expected to promptly report violations of the Code of Conduct to a teacher, school Students who bring to or possess a weapon on counselor, school psychologist, administrator or school property:​ Any student found guilty of appropriate staff member. All District staff who are bringing to or possessing a weapon on school authorized to impose disciplinary sanctions are property will be subject to a long term suspension expected to do so in a prompt, fair and lawful from school for at least one calendar year. Under manner. District staff who are not authorized to certain mitigating circumstances a shorter impose disciplinary sanctions are expected to suspension may be considered. Before being promptly report violations of the Code of Conduct to suspended, the student will have an opportunity for a a supervisor. hearing pursuant to Education Law §3214. Disciplinary Consequences, Procedures and Referrals Disciplinary action, when necessary, will be firm, fair Students who commit violent acts other than and consistent so as to be the most effective in bringing to or possessing a weapon on school changing student behavior. In determining the property: A​ ny student who is found to have appropriate disciplinary action, school personnel committed a violent act, other than bringing to or authorized to impose disciplinary penalties will possessing a weapon on school property, shall be consider the following: subject to a short or long term suspension from 1. The student’s age. school. 2. The nature of the offense and the circumstances which led to the offense. Students who are repeatedly substantially 3. The student’s prior disciplinary record. disruptive of the educational process or 4. The effectiveness of other forms of discipline. substantially interfere with the teacher’s authority 5. Information from parents, teachers and/or over the classroom: A​ ny student who repeatedly is others, as appropriate. substantially disruptive of the educational process or 6. Other extenuating circumstances. substantially interferes with the teacher’s authority over the classroom will be suspended from school for Disciplinary Consequences at least one day and can be suspended up to five Students who are found to have violated the District’s days. Code of Conduct may be subject to the following consequences, either alone or in combination: 1. Oral Discipline of Students with Disabilities warning 2. Disciplinary referrals to parent 3. Detention A student identified as having a disability will not be 4. Suspension from transportation 5. Suspension from disciplined for behavior related to his/her disability,

33 however, VCS recognizes that it may be necessary to 3. Visitors attending school functions that are suspend, remove or otherwise discipline students open to the public outside of the regular with disabilities who violate the District’s student school day, such as concerts, athletic Code of Conduct, and/or to temporarily remove a competitions, parent organization meetings student with disabilities from his or her current or public gatherings, are not required to placement because maintaining the student in that register. placement is substantially likely to result in injury to 4. Parents or citizens who wish to observe a the student or to others. The Board also recognizes classroom while school is in session are that students with disabilities deemed eligible for required to get permission from the building special education services under the IDEA and Article administrator to arrange such visits in 89 of New York’s Education Law enjoy certain advance with the classroom teacher(s), so procedural protections that school authorities must that class disruption is kept to a minimum. observe when they decide to suspend or remove 5. Teachers are expected not to take class time them. Under certain conditions those protections to discuss individual matters with visitors. extend, as well, to students not currently deemed to 6. Any unauthorized person on school property be a student with a disability but determined to be a will be reported to the principal or his/her student presumed to have a disability for discipline designee. Unauthorized persons will be purposes. If the conduct of a student is related to a asked to leave. The police may be called if disability or suspected disability, the student shall be the situation warrants. referred to the Committee on Special Education. 7. All visitors are expected to abide by the rules for public conduct on school property Visitors to the Schools contained in this Code of Conduct. VCS encourages parents and other District citizens to 8. Using an unmanned aerial vehicle (also visit the District’s schools and classrooms to observe known as a drone) or any remote controlled the work of students, teachers and other staff. Since aircraft on school property or during any schools are a place of work and learning, however, school functions without the prior written certain limits must be set for such visits. The principal authorization from the District’s or his/her designee is responsible for all persons in Superintendent is prohibited. Prior to such the building and on the grounds. For these reasons, use, users must also demonstrate the following rules apply to visitors to the schools: compliance with any and all applicable Federal Aviation Administration rules and 1. Anyone who is not a regular staff member or regulations. student of the school will be considered a visitor. In Conclusion 2. All visitors to the school must report to the The VCS Code of Conduct was developed in main office or other secure entrances upon consultation with teachers, administrators, school arrival at the school. There, they will be board members, other school service professionals, required to present their ID for verification students and parents/legal guardians. through our electronic check in system and Parents/guardians are encouraged to review this will be issued a visitor’s identification badge, document with their child(ren) in an age appropriate which must be worn at all times while in the manner. If you do not have access to the internet, a school or on school grounds. The visitor hard copy of the unabridged Code of Conduct can be must return the identification badge to the obtained at your child’s building. office before leaving the building.

34 Students do have the opportunity to charge their lunch when absolutely SERVICES necessary. The following rules apply to Cafeteria lunch charges: The Junior High serves nutritious meals 1. Students are not allowed to carry daily. Breakfast consists of a daily hot overdue meal balances. special, bagels, muffins, yogurt or cinnamon buns. Lunch consists of a daily Parents/guardians are expected to hot entree along with several selections for keep student accounts at a positive fruits, vegetables, bread and milk. A variety or zero balance. Please visit the of sandwiches and a special wrap, along Victor School District website for with a chef salad choice is also offered more information about policies daily. A complete lunch at the school meal regarding meal balances and price must include a fruit or vegetable. charging policies. Additional snacks, beverages and ice cream are also available at posted prices. 2. Charges should be paid back as soon as possible. A general rule for students to follow while 3. If students owe a charge, they may in the cafeteria is to use proper manners be restricted in purchasing other and to be courteous at all times to the staff snacks until their charge is paid. and to their fellow students. We hope all students help in maintaining a pleasant When students are dismissed, they are atmosphere during their lunch period. asked to please:

Eating in the cafeteria should be 1. Elect one person to wash the table. considered a privilege. Those students who 2. Place all trash in the barrel, clearing violate the "cafeteria code" are subject to cafeteria trays of all food and paper. discipline, and the curtailment of this 3. Place all silverware, plates and trays privilege, even to the point of exclusion at the dish window, stacked neatly. from the cafeteria. 4. Dispose of any liquids left in bottles or cartons into the designated All students will be required to use their bucket and place the empty into ID number when purchasing a meal. the recycle bin. Each student will have their own account 5. File out quietly after the monitor in which money can be deposited to be has given permission to do so. used for meals or snacks. It is 6. Students are expected to finish recommended that students prepay their lunch in the cafeteria. No food meals and use their card as a debit card, or beverage is allowed in the deducting from their account as hallway or outdoors purchases are made. Prepayment can be made with the cashier by check or cash Students may not leave the campus for for the amount you choose. Students, of lunch or are their parents/guardians course, have the option of paying cash for allowed to order/bring in food (pizza, any of their purchases. Online payment by subs, etc.) for lunch from local credit card is also available at restaurants. On occasion, parents may www.myschoolbucks.com o​ r can be visit our lunch room to have lunch with accessed through the schools website. their child. In this instance, we require approval from the building Principal.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING

35 When school must be canceled due to student’s regular log-on and snow or any other unusual condition, password for any computer in announcements will be made over radio school. The password to access station WHAM (1180) as early as possible databases is victor. that same date. The district will also utilize ● Visit the library during study halls the Blackboard Connect automated to borrow books phone system. Please ensure that your ● Use library resources during the current phone information is accurate so activity period when the library is that you receive important information open. when appropriate. ● Participate in Manga Club or the Teen Book Festival club (each meets once a month) Emergency Evacuation/Fire Drills Students are responsible for: ● All materials they borrow 1. Emergency drills are conducted at ● Paying for lost or damaged book(s). various times throughout the ● Using library computers for school school year. assignments. 2. The standard signal is continuous ● Being respectful and courteous to ringing of the emergency bell and everyone in the library. flashing of the strobe lights. 3. Students are expected to move quickly, quietly and in an orderly Lockers manner. It must be quiet so that Lockers are provided for the convenience special directions may be given of our students. They remain the property over the public address system in of the school district. We direct students case of an emergency. not​ to share lockers or their locker 4. Treat each and every signal as if it combination with other students. Tasteful, were a real emergency. Learn non-permanent ​ decorations may be where the exits are for the room installed in the locker. Suspended shelves you are in. that are placed inside the lockers may be 5. A signal will be given to return to installed. Shelves that are wedged against class. the locker walls will be removed and discarded as will inappropriate Library decorations. The school is not responsible for any losses from your school locker.

Students have the right to: Please refrain from purchasing large (1 1/2-2 inch) hard sided binders as these ● Borrow up to three books for three will frequently jam your child’s locker. weeks. ● Use the library computer for school NOTE: BookBags that have wheels work if they have reserved one in attached are too large and do not fit in advance. the student lockers! ● Access on-line library resources via the internet from school or home. The log-on and password to access library resources is the same as the

36 physical examination for all new students HEALTH SERVICES and for students in grades Pre-Kindergarten, kindergarten, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9,

and 11 and for those students participating School Health Office Staff in sports, requiring special education services, or seeking work permits. Victor Junior High has a school nurse who is a registered professional nurse (RN). The The Board of Education recommends that nurse coordinates healthcare in the school all​ examinations be done by your own setting, answers routine medical questions physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse for parents, staff, and children, give practitioner for optimal continuity of care. immediate first aid and provides medical If you require, but can not afford health care according to the medical regimen insurance to secure private health care for prescribed by the private health provider, your child, please contact the school nurse performs and coordinates mandated NYS for confidential assistance in applying for screenings, and advises parents on Child Health Plus. immunization and mandated physical A physical exam is valid for twelve months examination requirements. through the last day of the month in which

the exam was conducted and is valid for Confidentiality an entire school year for new entrants and mandated exams as well as the entire The District adheres to the Family sport season for interscholastic sports even Educational Rights and Privacy Act if the exam expires during those time (FERPA). Private health care providers frames. Students wishing to participate in must follow other laws called Health interscholastic sports must have proof of Insurance Portability and Accountability their updated health exam and tetanus Act (HIPAA). In instances where the school vaccine in their school’s health office needs to communicate with private health before the sport begins so the clearance care providers, the parent will need to process has time to take place. Physical complete the required forms from their certificates completed by your private health care provider in order for school physician may be faxed to the school officials to be able to speak with them. Health office at 585-742-7027. Please be advised that confidential medical information will be shared with In the rare event that a certificate of district personnel who need to know. This private examination is not provided, a may include understanding the impact a physical examination may be conducted in medical condition may have on a child the school by scheduled appointment with within the classroom setting and/or how the prior written parental informed to recognize and potentially manage consent. A parent has the right to be in significant medical concerns until medical attendance at these examinations and/or help arrives. If you have any questions, to review history questions that may be please contact your school nurse asked of your child. Please make prior . arrangements with the school nurse. Mandated Physical Exams Registration for Sports

New York State law requires parents or guardians to furnish a certificate of

37 Registration for each sport must be done Minimum Immunization online. From the Victor website—under Departments, choose Physical Education Requirements and Athletics. You will then select Athletic Registration or sign up to try out for a Please refer to the NYS Department of sport. This must be done for every sport Health website for up to date information prior to the beginning of the sport season. and frequently asked questions: (August for fall sports, November for winter sports, and March for spring sports) www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immuniztio n/schools Mandatory Screening Dental Certificates The New York State Education Department requires certain screening The Board of Education recognizes the exams to be done on the certain ages or importance of good oral hygiene for all grades of children. The New York State children and recommends that your child Department of Health (DOH) also requires has regular periodic complete dental that your private health care provider examinations by your private dentist reports and that the school district collects ideally every 6 months, but at least upon information on your child’s Body Mass entrance to school and again in grades K, Index (BMI) and Weight Status Category 2,4,7 and 10. If you wish to provide a (WSC). Any information requested by the certificate of dental examination for DOH regarding BMI or WSC will not inclusion in your child’s permanent health contain identification of your child. record which is saved until your child is 27 However, if you do not wish to have your years old, please submit or have your child’s unidentified assessment included dentist submit the completed certificate on the survey, please advise the school to the school nurse. nurse. The following screening evaluations are considered: Emergency Care Plan 1. Distance near visual acuity for all new entrants and for children in Any child with a severe or life threatening grades Pre Kindergarten, medical condition that may require adult Kindergarten, 1,3,5,7 and 11, or at any intervention and oversight during the other time deemed essential. school day, such as but not limited to 2. Color perception for all new diabetes, poorly controlled seizures, severe entrants within six months of respiratory problems, or anaphylaxis entrance. secondary to food or insect allergy, will 3. Hearing acuity for all new entrants have an Emergency Care Plan created by and for those in grades the school nurse in cooperation with the prekindergarten, kindergarten, parent and their private health care 1,3,5,7 and 11, and at any other time provider. These plans are updated deemed essential. annually. The purpose of the plan is to 4. Scoliosis (curvature of the spine) for provide concrete and simple training and students in grades 5, 7 (girls) and 9 instructions to non-medical personnel (boys). acting in a supervisory role for your child to keep your child as safe as possible until medical assistance arrives. If you believe

38 your child needs an emergency care plan, concern before they accept an unfamiliar please be sure to bring the school nurse medicine from anyone. medical documentation from your physician as soon as possible before the Responsible children, with prior approval start of school, so she can work with you to by the principal, school nurse, and district develop a safe plan for your child. Please physician, sometimes may carry and be advised that you are encouraged to self-administer life-saving medicines upon attend field trips with your child who has a parental request and with private provider special need for medication or approval that the child is responsible to do management when an RN may not be so. All self-carried, life-saving medicines available. must have a duplicate supply stored in the health office in the event the child’s supply is misplaced, lost, or not readily available in Medications an emergency (i.e, inhalers and epi pens).

The Board of Education supports a safe In the event of a field trip and the need to medication delivery system for any child in administer medication, the district need of medicines during the school day. encourages you or your designee to attend Accordingly, all prescription and the trip with your child so you may safely non-prescription medicines require administer the medication to your child. physician and parent written permission, Please contact the school nurse if you have and delivery of the medication by the questions. parent in the original container to the school nurse who will store and oversee Child Health Plus the administration of a medicine to a child.

A photograph of the child is affixed to all Child Health Plus is New York State’s prescription medicine bottles for added medical insurance program which serves precautions. The Board also encourages uninsured children under age 19 in families that whenever possible, parents discuss whose household income exceeds with their health care provider alternatives Medicaid income eligibility. The insurance to having medicines administered during is provided free or at a low cost. Coverage the school day when doing so may includes well-child check-ups. interfere with instructional time. Immunizations, prescriptions, doctor’s The Board of Education requests that all visits, x-rays and lab work, outpatient parents work with their children of all ages mental health, inpatient hospital care, to ensure they are educated to know the emergency medical care, and other name and appearance of their medicine, services. The application is a simple one the amount they are to get at what times, page form requiring proof of the child’s and the reason they are taking the age, household income, and residency. medicine. The Board also asks parents to Another program called Valu-Med make sure their children realize that if they provides a basic insurance policy for are asked to take a medicine that is not people ages 19-65. For information or familiar to them or at a dose that is assistance contact your school nurse or in incorrect, that it is important to tell the the Rochester area call 585-546-3559. adult, “NO”, to explain to the adult there Every child deserves a medical home. appears to be a mistake, and to say they need to call their parent to clarify their

39 Attendance Students who are allowed to walk to and from school must present written

parental permission to the school nurse. New York State has divided all student Without this explicit permission, students absences into two categories: are expected to be transported by bus.

1. Excused - Examples of excused A B​ lue Pass ​will be given to a student absences for not attending school presenting written notice from his or her are: Personal illness, death in family, parents for early dismissal or to go school sponsored field trip, anywhere other than home at dismissal, quarantine, religious observance, (such as walking downtown or riding a bus visits to colleges with prior approval to a friend's home). This notice must be from guidance counselor, job given to the school nurse 24 hours in shadowing with prior approval advance and approved by the from the Career Center and Transportation Department before a verification from job site, required student is allowed to change from one bus court appointments, and other to another. excuses accepted by the Commission of Education 2. Unexcused- Unlawful Exemplary Attendance absence/detention which occurs when the parent is aware of the A student may not have an unexcused student's whereabouts and the tardy or be absent from school during the absence is not one of those school year to qualify for exemplary approved by the state. ​(i.e. attendance. Vacation, trips, job interviews,

hunting, personal errands, missed the bus, overslept, needed at Attendance Policy home, baby-sitting.) Being truant is an unexcused absence. Our goal is to cut down on the number of unexcused tardies of our students, and as When a student is absent, parents or a result, consequences will be put in place guardians are asked to send an email to if a student has:

[email protected] ​or call ● 2 unexcused tardies in one week the ● And/or as deemed necessary by Administration. attendance desk at 924-3252, ext. 5412 between ​7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. t​ o report Unexcused tardies: ​ missed bus, dropped who is absent and the nature of the off late, traffic, alarm, etc. IT IS A absence. If an email or call is not received STUDENTS RESPONSIBILITY TO GET UP by 9:00 a.m., a call will go out to the home AND GET ON THE BUS ON TIME. or the parent's place of employment.

New York State Law requires a written excuse from a parent/guardian whenever a child is tardy or absent from school.

40 Extended Absence S​ ee Appendix for copy of Extended Absence Assignment Sheet Process Lost & Found In the event a student will be missing an extended period of school (more than 3 Any lost items will be on the rack outside days), students are expected to the Nurse's Office. Any items not claimed communicate with all of their teachers no are donated to charity throughout the later than one week prior to their absence. school year. In order to have the best The E​ xtended Absence Assignment Sheet possible chance to recover any lost or will be completed informing teachers of stolen items, it is imperative that they be the dates of their departure and return. reported missing as soon as possible. Missed instruction in school cannot always Students should report missing items to be easily made up or duplicated. When their classroom teacher, the nurse’s office possible, teachers will provide work a (lost and found) and to building student will be missing. A teacher may administration immediately. require students to stay for an activity period before and/or after returning from a leave to gather and complete work. Sports Physicals Students will have the same number of days that were missed to make up work. Students who wish to participate in interscholastic athletics are required to VJH believes regular and predictable pass a sports physical exam which is good attendance is critical to student academic for one calendar year. (Example: If success. participating in a Spring sport beginning March 20, 2019, the exam must be The accumulation of either excused or conducted on or after March 1, 2018. unexcused absences could negatively impact a student’s academic progress. It is important we work together to minimize Student Pick up/Drop off that potential impact. Students should STUDENT PICK-UP for the 2020-2021 follow the process outlined here in SCHOOL YEAR advance of an extended absence. Parents/Guardians who are dropping off Step 1: Let the attendance office students b​ efore ​ school starts are asked to know of the specific dates of do so in the South lot (near the JH absence. cafeteria). N​ o morning drop offs are permitted before 7:25 am!​ Students who Step 2: Obtain the Extended arrive ​late ​ to school (after 7:35 am) should Absence Assignment Sheet from be dropped off in the front lot and enter the attendance office. the building by the Main Office. They should report to the Nurse’s office to get a Step 3: Complete and keep the late pass to class. Extended Absence Assignment Sheet with teacher’s help. School Supply Store Step 4: Meet with teachers upon return to school and review any The school supply store is located in room outstanding work. 156 and is operated on a daily basis during

41 lunch periods and during activity periods Riding the bus is a privilege. Once on the throughout the school year. Agendas, bus, students have the right to remain safe pens, pencils, folders, paper, notebook and secure. Rules have been implemented dividers and computer disks are just a few to preserve these rights and privileges. of the items available for sale. Information Therefore, know and obey these rules: regarding prices can be obtained from classroom teachers. 1. Students must await a signal from the bus driver before crossing the highway. Students are to cross far Telephones enough in front of the bus that they are visible to the driver. The student phone in the Main Office may 2. Students must stay in their seat be used with permission from the while the bus is in motion. secretary to the Principal. Messages and 3. Students should not thrust any deliveries from home should be left in the body parts out of an open bus office. Emergencies should be handled window at any time. through the main office or the school 4. At dismissal, all students must nurse. report directly to their proper bus. 5. Upon arrival at school, all students Transportation are to report directly to the school building. Students are not to loiter outside of the building before All walkers and students being dropped off school. should arrive no earlier than ​7:25 a. m. ​ A​ ll 6. No student is to get off the school students are allowed, with teacher bus except at his home or the permission, to leave the building at school unless he/she has a note 2:15p.m. ​ ​ unless they have a specific reason from home requesting otherwise. for staying, such as extra help, intramurals, The note should be submitted to club meeting or detention. Buses will the nurse's office 24 hours in leave the traffic circle no later than advance and the student should 2:23p.m. ​ S​ tudents are required to sign in obtain a Blue Pass from the Nurse. with a faculty member during the 7. All students are expected to behave activity period.​ ​ Students are required to like ladies and gentlemen. The bus schedule a place to stay. For those driver is in complete charge of the students staying until the end of the bus. Drivers are instructed to Junior High day, activity bus runs will be complete a written Bus Conduct provided Tuesday through Thursday. These Report and to notify the Director of buses will leave no later than 3​ :05 p.m.​ In Transportation of any code the event that any student might miss a violations. bus, he or she is to report immediately to the Main Office so that transportation can be arranged. ​ ​No students will be allowed Visitors to walk home without written permission. Any student who stays on a Parents are welcome to visit our school. Friday for an activity period must make All visitors must report to the Main arrangements for their own Office, sign in, provide an ID, and transportation. receive a visitor's badge prior to going to any part of the building.

42 We limit student visitations during the regular school day. Our intention is not to disturb our instructional program and we Athletic Placement have found that student guests interrupt the instructional program of the host Process student. For that reason, the host student must obtain permission from the principal It is rare but possible that some individuals and the teacher of each class to be in grades 7 and 8 have athletic ability and affected by the visitation. maturity such that it is best they compete at a level above modified. These students Graduates of the Junior High School are and their families need to ​contact the welcome to visit after the regular school head coach for a recommendation.​ After day program has been concluded, but getting the recommendation to go must receive permission from the teacher through the process, they will need to they would like to visit (through the Main contact the Athletic Office to set up an Office). A Blue Pass must be obtained appointment with Duey Weimer,, Athletic from the Senior High Office and the Director, at 924-3252, ext. 6307, for more student must sign in and wear a name tag details. while visiting the Junior High School.

INTERSCHOLASTIC Victor Central School ATHLETICS Policy

Students involved with practices after 3:00 Title IX/Section 504 - Non-Discrimination Notice: p.m. MUST sign up and stay with a teacher from 2:15 to 2:55, during activity period, or The Victor Central School District hereby report to Sports Study Hall when available. advises students, parents, employees, and Students may not leave the building the general public that it offers during this time without permission from employment and educational the Principal or the School Nurse. opportunities, including vocational *Any student who arrives later than 10:30 education opportunities, without regard to a.m. is ineligible to participate in any sport sex, age, race, color, national origin, or or extra-curricular activity on that day. handicap. Title IX Coordinator: , Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction, 924-3252, ext. 1650; Section Fall Winter Spring 504 Coordinator: Director of Pupil

Football Basketball (B) Baseball Personnel Services, 924-3252, ext. 1605; Girls Soccer Basketball(G) Lacrosse (B) Victor Central School District, 953 High Cheerleading Boys Soccer Lacrosse (G) Street, Victor, New York, 14564 (585) Cheerleading Boys Swim Softball Cross Country Wrestling Boys Tennis 924-3252. Girls Volleyball Track Boys P​ hotographs for Publication Volleyball Girls Swim During the course of the school year, Girls Tennis students may be photographed for

purposes of school related publications or area media publications/broadcasts. If you

43 DO NOT want your child's request conferences with your photograph/likeness and/or name to child's teachers. appear in any District publication, District ● That you support the school in website, or area media its decisions about homework, publication/broadcast, please send a safety rules and discipline. written request to the School & ● That you be an interested and Community Relations coordinator, at informed partner with the Victor Central School District, 953 High Street, Victor, NY 14564.​ WHAT DOES school in the education of your ​ YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL EXPECT child. FROM PARENTS? ● That your child is ready to learn in school because you provide (Adapted from an article by Joan Beck suitable enriching experiences in the "You and Your Child" series in and quality two-way the Chicago Tribune) communication. ● That you hold your child to reasonable standards of You and Your Child conduct as your responsibility. ● That if a misunderstanding As a parent, what can the school occurs about something expect of you? regarding your child in school, ● That you send your child off to you make an honest effort to school every morning clean, straighten out matters with the healthy, rested, suitably dressed, school instead of letting your adequately nourished and in a anger fester or discussing your frame of mind to learn. criticisms with your friends. ● That you consider school as ● That you be informed about important. That you are current issues in education in interested in every phase of general and the problems of what your child does and let your child's school in particular. your child know your interest and concern by listening enthusiastically, lovingly and often and by participating in school activities. ● That you have taught your youngster to respect and cooperate with the teacher, the basic rules of fair play, safety and personal hygiene, and skills for getting along with others. ● That you contact the Guidance Office to discuss concerns or

44 Victor Central Schools to meet the needs VICTOR PARENT of our community. Membership in the PTSA is open to all and this includes GROUPS students. You can sign up to become a member at ​VictorPTSA.org​. PTSA holds monthly meetings to keep you updated on PTSA all the latest news and events.

The Victor Central Parent Teacher Student The PTSA offers a wide variety of programs Association serves as a powerful voice for and events for students and families all children, a relevant resource for families throughout the school year. Being a and communities, and a strong advocate member may allow you t​ o be the first to for the education and well-being of every know​ about these valuable programs child. We collaborate with the teachers, which include: administrators, parents, staff and students of

Field Trips Turn off TV Week Parent/Child Fun Nights Grants Simulated Crash Community/Parent Forums School Store Author Visits Books at Breakfast Link Crew Holiday Shoppe Health & Wellness Activity Language Club Theater Experiences Anti-Bullying Programs Senior Connection Spirit Week Dances Book Fairs Eco Fair Staff Appreciation Week Blood Drive Reflections Art Program Study Skills Programs Community Socials After-School Programs Support of English Reading Programs Red Ribbon Week Language Learner

We need your help and support to continue to provide these programs to our students and families! Our main fundraisers are the Book Fairs at the Primary & Intermediate Schools as well as our Spirit Wear sales. We also have additional family/fundraising outings like this year’s Touch-A-Truck event in October. Money raised, along with a portion of the membership dues, supports our programs and events throughout the district. Your $10/adult (tax deductible) and $5/student membership dues, provides you with voting privileges and enables these vital programs to continue. Remember that each member of your household can sign up - including your spouse and children and they also get voting privileges!

Please visit the ​VictorPTSA.org website for membership information, registration and to volunteer​! Have fun working with other people by volunteering and seeing what goes on at school! Don’t forget to “like” us on our Victor Central Schools ​PTSA Facebook page. Look for our PTSA newsletter and flyers in the VCS online What's Happening link and in the Principal communications. We look forward to working with you to continue to enhance the VCS experience for our students, staff and Victor community.

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Partners in Education (PIE)

INVOLVED PARENTS MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Partners In Education (PIE) is a parent organization that creates, sponsors, and advocates for enrichment programs and opportunities for A​ LL students​. PIE believes that each child has a passion for learning, especially when their particular skill or talent has been piqued no matter their learning abilities. VCS staff members strive for this in the classroom each day. PIE works with the staff to find alternative ways to create and provide an enriched learning environment both inside and outside the classroom. PIE representatives are active members on the VCS Inquiry Program Advisory Committee (IPAC), Curriculum Council, academic extracurricular activities and the Shared Decision Making school community.

PIE is able to sponsor enrichment programs by holding a joint fundraiser with the Art Department each year called Square 1 Art. The money raised is used to sponsor enrichment programs for your children. In the past, PIE helped sponsor the following programs:

● K-8 Inquiry Program, FIRST Robotics team, Intermediate Science Fair ● FIRST LEGO League Program ● Jr. FIRST LEGO League Program, Chess Clubs and Tournament , Awesome Art Day ● Super Science Saturday, International Baccalaureate Boosters ● In Class Enrichment Fund , PIEx Enrichment Directory

New Members Welcome

Please consider joining PIE or volunteering a few hours of your time and expertise as the opportunities arise. PIE believes that involved, active parents can improve the quality of education for ALL students. Check out the PIE website www.victorpie.org. Sign up for PIE updates to be sent to your email . Share your extra curricular experiences and learn about new opportunities on the PIExEnrichment Directory. PIE meeting dates are noted on the VCS calendar. Please join us in October for the annual kick-off meeting with District staff to discuss enrichment opportunities throughout the Victor Central School District. Contact: [email protected]​ g

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Victor Outreach in Children’s education (VOICE)

VOICE members include parents, teachers, administrators and community members who are dedicated to:

● fostering open and positive communication ● raising disability awareness and sensitivity ● providing mutual support ● receiving updates on special education law ● planning proactively to meeting students' needs and gaining advocacy skills regarding Victor Central School District's students with special needs

VOICE has a monthly electronic newsletter and periodic topics of interest that are distributed through their email distribution list. If you are interested in joining this email distribution list, please send your name and email address to ​[email protected].​ You can also access the VOICE website at :

http://www.myteacherpages.com/webpages/KPartington/.​

VOICE welcomes suggestions for meeting topics, news on upcoming conferences, positive information for publication and sharing resources with PTSA and PIE (Partners in Education) as well as with other school districts

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Name Ext. Name Ext. Name Ext.

Behnke, Lesley 5412 Knapp, Elizabeth 5164 Swain, Kevin 5286

Bossard, Catherine 5156 Knight, Hannah 5417 Tabit, Linda 5440

Brown, Susan 5282 Krueger, Tonya 5242 Taylor, Daniel 5181

Buschang, Kristina 5156 Lawley, Patrick 5283 Thering, David 5401

Ciluffo, Joyce 5149 Levy, Christopher 5145 Thull, Steven* 5405

Clark, Franklin 5456 Loffredo, Michele 5405 Valentine, Jennifer 5238

Crye, Ann Marie 5184 Loray, Charles 5258 VanGee, Kasey 5441

D'Ambrosio, Jessica 5413 Lowe, Pamela 5254 VanKouwenberg, A. 5259

D'Agostino, Anthony 5163 Lyons, Kristen 5156 VanKouwenberg, N. 5456

Davis, Laura 5239 Marvin, Leah 5137 VanRensselaer, M. 5241

Guck, Darlene 5406 McKenzie, Juliet* 5405 Veit, Ben 5144

Hanna, Jonathan 5162 McNeill, Emily 5404 Visca, Tara 5238

Harrison, Karen 5482 McPartland, Kerry 5186 Wachob, Eric* 5405

Hollis, Jaclyn 5280 Morris, Hannah 5284 Wade, Melinda 5244

Hopson, Tara 5415 Morsheimer, Emily 5154 Weeden, Beth 5285

Ibrisimovic, Susan 5146 Noye, Amy 5416 Whipple, Lisa 5187

Ierlan, Karen 5260 Renkert, Kristin 5410 White, Cathy 5481

Indorato, Paula 5182 Ryan, Nicole 5414 Wolf, Nathan 5483

Insalaco, Erika 5147 Schoff, Joanna 5255 Zaccardo, Thomas 5243

Jerabeck, Katherine 5249 Siesto, Sarah 5149 Zebelman, Jenna 5252

Jones, Karin 5239 Smith, Jamie 5457

Jones, Nicole* 5405 Smith, Paula 5250 * Teacher aides can be reached by calling the main office at x5405 Kavanaugh, Bryan 5256 Spitz, Tyler 5282

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