- 0 -- 0 -- 0 - DIMMICK GRADE SCHOOL DISTRICT # 175 2010-2011 (Revised 6/21/10) PARENT -STUDENT A CADEMIC & ATHLETIC H ANDBOOK Announcements and Information also available at www.dimmick175.com DIMMICK SCHOOL VISION: To establish a collaborative environment of students, parents and community that is safe, positive, challenging and encourages lifelong learning. CONTENTS MISSION STATEMENT Cover BOARD of EDUCATION, ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY & STAFF 2 PURPOSE of the HANDBOOK CHAIN of COMMUNICATION BOARD of EDUCATION PHILOSOPHY District Curriculum Goals ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS 3 ENROLLMENT INFORMATION Student Fees OUT of DISTRICT POLICY 4 ACADEMIC ISSUES Grading & Reporting to Parents How Subjects are Weighted Homework Policy Grade Scales 8th Grade Requirements Technology Use Online Grade Access (Teacher Ease) Student Achievement Data Special Education Services Academic Honor Roll Enrichment Programs RtI (Response to Intervention) Academic High Honor Roll Homework Folders AWARDS & HONORS 9 SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS 10 BUILDING PROCEDURES Hours Kindergarten Absences Lunch Policy Student Appointments Truancy Pre-K Program Emergency Closing STUDENT DISCIPLINE 11 Discipline Committee In or Out of School Suspension Fines, Fees and Charges Philosophy Due Process for Suspension Proper Clothing for P.E. Student Expectations Due Process for Expulsion Telephone Calls Supervision of Students Special Education Discipline Cell Phone Policy Discipline Policy Bullying Policy Lockers and Locks Locker Rooms STUDENT TRANSPORTATION 15 School Bus Rules Field Trips Bus Discipline HEALTH REQUIREMENTS, WELFARE and PROCEDURES 16 Physicals, Immunizations, Dental &Vision Administration of Medication Communicable Diseases District Wellness Policy Accidents Infesting Diseases Exemption from Physical Activity Emergency Health Care Child Abuse SCHOOL and COMMUNITY School Board Meetings Fundraising Crisis Plan Smoking Visitors & Guests Parent Support EMERGENCY DRILLS 19 Crisis Plan Fire Drills Tornado Drills STATE and FEDERAL NOTIFICATIONS and SAFETY REGULATIONS 20 Non-Discrimination Sexual Harassment Student Gangs Sex Equity Reciprocal Reporting Pest Management Student Pregnancy Gun Free Schools Act of 1994 RECORDS 21 Permanent Record Maintenance of Records Temporary Record Transfer of Student Records FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS and PRIVACY ACT ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT PLAN NOTICE 22 SCHOOL CALENDAR SUMMARY ATHLETIC PROCEDURES 23 Athletic Expectations Student Eligibility Gym Floor Rules Physical Exams Discipline Code of Conduct Athletic Uniforms Extracurricular Activities Practice Schedule Locker Rooms Athletic Insurance Scholarship/Effort Athletic Rules School Attendance Concession Stand General Requirements Sportsmanship Attendance and Sportsmanship Conference Rules WEBSITE: www.dimmick175.com All of the information contained in the Handbook is Available on the District website - 1 - BOARD OF EDUCATION Mrs. Debora Black (President) Mrs. Eve Postula (Vice President) Mr. Tom Lijewski Mr. Sid Haas Mrs. Gina Mudge Mrs. Lory Kilanowski Mr. Thomas Brady SUPERINTENDENT/PRINCIPAL Superintendent/Principal- Mr. Ryan Linnig FACULTY Mr. Jeff Poremba Kindergarten Mr. William Hofreiter 6-8 Science, Mrs. Lynn Davis 1st Grade Mathematics Mrs. Verene O’Connor 2nd Grade Ms. Annika Wrobel 6-8 Social Sciences & RtI Mrs. Kathleen Camenisch 3rd Grade Mr. Joel Foster Physical Education, Health Mrs. Marion Conerton 4th & 5 th Grade Science, & Athletic Director Math & Social Science Mrs. Maria Balestri K-8 Spanish Mrs. Lisa Petersen 4th & 5 th Grade Language Arts Mrs. Christine Drag Vocal Music, Band Mrs. Carleen Bergandi 6-8 Language Arts Mrs. Maribeth Ficek Special Education & RtI Mrs. Jaci Rathburn K-8 Art Coordinator STAFF Mrs. Susan May Speech Mr. O.J. Stoutner Treasurer Mr. Kevin Gallagher Psychologist Mr. Ray Seghi Custodian Mrs. Ronda Ketner Social Worker Mrs. Alma McCabe Bus Driver Mrs. Ann Wilkes Secretary Mrs. Glynlen Mateika Bus Driver Mrs. Carol Wineinger Aide, Secretary, Bookkeeper Mrs. Linda Karczewski Bus Driver Mrs. Kathi Hurt Teacher Aide PURPOSE OF HANDBOOK The Student-Parent Handbook was prepared by a committee consisting of school board members, administration, teachers and parents. Its purpose is to provide information concerning policies affecting students enrolled in the Dimmick Community Consolidated School District and to clarify procedures and regulations so as to minimize any confusion which may detract from the orderly operation of the school system. The Student-Parent Handbook is not designed to be all inclusive but it is a guide to many of the most often discussed areas of the school’s administration. All the policies and procedures contained in this manual are subject to State of Illinois laws and regulations. Thank you to the following members of the Curriculum Advisory Committee for their hard work and dedication to this handbook. ADOPTED: APRIL 19, 2010 Troy Skoog Laurie Ernat Lory Kilanowski Jeff Poremba Ryan Linnig Carleen Bergandi CHAIN OF COMMUNICATION – Concerns of a parent must follow the proper chain of command 1st Teacher/Coach 2 nd Principal/Superintendent with Teacher/Coach present 3 rd Board of Education BOARD OF EDUCATION PHILOSOPHY The district’s educational philosophy is based on the premise that instruction should develop in students: 1. A desire for lifelong learning and self-improvement. 2. An ability to think independently through the development of problem-solving and critical thinking skills. 3. The highest level of achievement with regard to their individual abilities. - 2 - We strive to provide the citizens of this community with the most complete educational program possible. We believe in the education and development of the whole child: intellectually, creatively, socially, emotionally, physically and culturally. It is important for them to develop an understanding of their own personality, strengths, weaknesses and capabilities as well as to develop ethical attitudes enabling them to exhibit respect, tolerance, kindness and justice to others at school and in the community. Educational experiences should challenge students by incorporating a variety of instructional strategies that differentiate, utilize problem solving, integrate technology, student presentations, projects and teamwork. The curriculum should reflect the following goals: LANGUAGE ARTS (Illinois Learning Standards 1-6) Goal-Read fluently & understand a variety of written materials as well as communicate, listen and develop a command of the language demonstrated through thinking and writing. MATHEMATICS (Illinois Learning Standards 6-10) Goal-Identify, describe & investigate patterns & challenges with numbers, quantities, shapes, data, numerical relationships & operations in order to investigate, reason, visualize & problem solve. SCIENCE (Illinois Learning Standards 11-13) Goal-Develop an understanding of the inquiry process through experimentation as it relates life, physical, & earth & space sciences while integrating technology & connecting knowledge to everyday life. SOCIAL SCIENCE (Illinois Learning Standards 14-18) Goal-To make informed & reasoned decisions for the public good as well as to prepare students to become citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society in an interdependent world PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Illinois Learning Standards 19-21) Goal-Provide students the opportunity to enhance the capacity of their minds and bodies which contributes to academic success. SOCIAL SKILLS/HEALTH (Illinois Learning Standards 22-24) Goal-To facilitate appropriate social, emotional & health skills. MUSIC (Illinois Learning Standards 25-26) Goal-Enhance children’s development & enrich the quality of life by incorporating sensory elements, organizational principals & expressive qualities. ARTS (Illinois Learning Standards 27) Goal-Enhance children’s development & enrich the quality of life by incorporating sensory elements, organizational principals & expressive qualities. BILINGUAL (Illinois Learning Standards 28-30) Goal-Provide students with multicultural instruction that integrates both language & culture. TECHNOLOGY (National Educational Technology Standards 1-6 for 3-5) Goal-to develop technological literacy with an emphasis on academic integration & life skills. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Children must be 5 years of age on or before September 1 of the current school year in order to enroll in kindergarten. All students are required to show evidence of a physical examination and current immunization records prior to entering Kindergarten, 5 th grade, or when entering the district from out of state. All Kindergarten, 2 nd and 6 th grade students must provide evidence of dental records. (27-8.1 School Code). In addition, all students registering for Kindergarten or enrolling for the first time in the State of Illinois must provide evidence of an eye exam no later than October 15. The district will abide by all state and federal guidelines regarding the enrollment of “homeless” students. Religious exemptions shall be made with proper documentation. ENROLLMENT INFORMATION STUDENT FEES Lunch meals and loaned textbooks are available free of charge or at a reduced rate to those students whose parents are unable to pay the fees. Applications are available through the Superintendent’s office. Registration Fee (Kindergarten-8th Grade)…. $50.00 Milk Fee………………………………………$.25 P.E. Uniform (5 th – 8 th Grade)……………..$15.00 Kindergarten Milk Fee……………………$50.00 Student Lunch Including Milk…………………$3.00 Qualifying Student Reduced Lunch………..$.40 Qualifying Student Free Lunch A free and reduced