2019-2020 Handbook

Mayor John H. Wilson Elementary School School Year 2019-2020 Dolphin Calendar and Handbook

4945 Kilauea Avenue Honolulu, Hawaii 96816 Tel: 733-4730 Fax: 733-4746 Website: http://www.wilsonschoolhawaii.org

Foreword

This Dolphin Calendar and Handbook is designed to promote and enhance school-home communication. This calendar includes information regarding school policies, procedures, dates of school events, and names of personnel that will help support you throughout the school year. Just a note that there will be additions and changes of event dates throughout the year. Any modifications will be communicated in the biweekly newsletters. Also, all the information in the handbook is located on our school website: http://www.wilsonschoolhawaii.org.

Please take the time to preview the material in this handbook and utilize this information throughout the year to help you best support your child’s education.

Thank you for your partnership, commitment, and active participation to “Ride the Learning Wave” with us.

/s/ Ryan A. Amine Principal

Mayor John H. Wilson Elementary School School Year 2019-2020 Dolphin Calendar

4945 Kilauea Avenue Honolulu, Hawaii 96816 Tel: 733-4730 Fax: 733-4746 Website: http://www.wilsonschoolhawaii.org

Mayor John H. Wilson Elementary School School Year 2019-2020 Dolphin Handbook

4945 Kilauea Avenue Honolulu, Hawaii 96816 Tel: 733-4730 Fax: 733-4746 Website: http://www.wilsonschoolhawaii.org

Table of Contents

Vision, Beliefs, Mission………...... 1 Chapter 19……………………………… 12 Ideal Wilson Graduate…………….. 2 Registration and Attendance…… 13 Alma Mater…………………………... 2 Emergency Information…………... 14 Leadership for 2019-2020…………... 3 Misc. General Information………. 15 Staff Directory………………………. 5 School Uniforms……………………... 16 Campus Map………………………….. 7 School Meal Program……………… 17 Bell Schedule …………………………. 8 Peanut Awareness………………….. 18 School Calendar for SY 19-20……... 9 Traffic and Parking………………... 19 Wilson School’s 5 Rs ………………... 10 Restricted Parking Zones………… 20 Student Code of Conduct………….. 11 Emergency Guidelines……………... 21

VISION

Our Wilson ‘Ohana encourages us to grow within and nurtures the desire to go beyond.

BELIEFS

Our Wilson ‘Ohana believes….. ● Success in education begins with the family and is fostered by an interactive partnership of home, school, and community. ● Optimum learning takes place in a well-maintained facility free from any harmful and intimidating influences. ● In the development of the whole child intellectually, emotionally, physically, socially, and creatively. ● Children develop and learn in different ways. ● In creating an environment where learning can be fun. ● In providing opportunities, through positive experiences for self-improvement, recognition, and achievement. ● In an atmosphere emphasizing mutual respect and cooperation. ● In encouraging life-long learning.

MISSION

Our Wilson ‘Ohana commits to…… ● Helping all students progress towards their maximum potential. ● Educating the whole child. ● Accommodating different learning styles. ● Promoting life-long learning. ● Providing opportunities for students to demonstrate the acquisition of essential skills and the ability to solve problems. ● Encouraging creativity ● Fostering the development of responsible attitudes and positive self-concepts.

THE IDEAL WILSON GRADUATE

The ideal student will be a CRITICAL THINKER, showing creative problem solving techniques which depend on analysis and evaluation of information and which show an understanding of consequences and relationships. The student will demonstrate RESPONSIBLE SOCIAL ATTITUDES by showing respect and consideration of others through a willingness to work together to make things better. The students will “STAY ABOVE the LINE” and take responsibility for their actions without making excuses and blaming others. The student will be a SELF-DIRECTED LEARNER with a good work ethic, is able to set and achieve goals and is willing to take responsibility for his/her own learning. Our ideal graduate will be a LIFELONG LEARNER, with a joy and curiosity about learning and an understanding that learning doesn’t stop when school is over because of exposure from adults in our ‘ohana who demonstrate the importance of continued learning. Our student will be a RISK TAKER, with enough self-confidence to try new experiences and persist in solving problems in innovative and creative ways, without fear of failure. The ideal student will show MASTERY OF ESSENTIAL SKILLS, not just in reading, writing, and arithmetic, but also in technology, arts, music, and athletics. Our graduate will be an EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR through face- to- face, written, and/or through artistic expression. The ideal Wilson graduate, finally, will demonstrate a READINESS for COLLEGE, CAREER, and CITIZENSHIP and embody the values, attitudes, practices, processes, knowledge, skills, and fundamental common sense necessary to meet the challenges of global society in the 21st Century.

These eight attributes represent our ideals…. We strive to continue to improve the development of these ideals in our Wilson students.

ALMA MATER ‘Neath the dome of the great blue sky Among the hills of luscious green, With Waialae Nui stream nearby, Stands Wilson School, serene. Fondly cherished are memories Of happy days and friendships, gold. John Wilson School, we honor thee, An in our hearts, we’ll hold. (Composed in 1966 by the 6th Grade Class & Mrs. Doris Yoshioka)

Leadership for School Year 2019-2020

Wilson Elementary School Community Council (WESCC) The Wilson Elementary School Community Council serves as a forum for the six role groups to provide input and feedback on school matters. It also serves in an advisory capacity on the school’s academic and financial plan. In addition, they provide input to the Complex Area Superintendent for the evaluation of the school administrator. Here are the 2016-2017 WESCC members:

Parent Representatives: Chris Doyle, Natalie Iwamoto, Clarie Santos Alternates: Chia Fortuna, Darryle Matsumiya, Jennifer Matsumiya, Bryan Pang, and Rachel Shaak Student Representatives: Allison Kusuda, Colton Takai Alternates: Malia Lluen, Sadie Leong, Haley Rosen Community Representatives: Keola Dias, Phyllis Ibara Alternates: Milton Yamamoto Teacher Representatives: Lorna Chang, Joni Haraga, Teresa Okuhara-Onzuka

Support Staff Representatives: Stephanie Kim, Taryn Loo, Sean Wilhelm

Administration: Ryan Amine

Wilson School ‘Ohana Parent-Teacher Association (WSO-PTA) Board: The Wilson School Ohana Parent-Teacher Association (WSO-PTA) serves a critical function of conducting school-wide fundraising as a means to support and enhance school services and student achievement.

Board Members: President – Terri Asato, Vice-President – Raena Takai, Recording Secretary – Tracey Matsui, Corresponding Secretary – Keri Goo, Treasurer – Julie Kusuda and Lea Wong, Board Members: Lianne Asato, Holly Ann Cruz, Jennifer Dotson, Susan Dunn, Bryan Hata, Laurie Marcoullier, Marlo Mizuno, Torry Nosse, Victor Yeung

Teacher Representatives: Marissa Faleolo, Elston Fujimoto, Edene Nagai,

Administration : Ryan Amine 3

Leadership for School Year 2019-2020 (con’t)

Student Council Officers: The student council is the student government for the entire student body. They discuss and decide upon issues and concerns raised by students and coordinate service learning and school spirit activities throughout the school year. The Council is comprised of five Officers and a Representative and Alternate Representative from each of the twelve Grades 3-5 homerooms.

President: Allison Kusuda (Gr. 5) Historian: Haley Rosen (Gr.5) Vice President: Colton Takai (Gr. 4) Sergeant-At-Arms: Sadie Leong (Gr.5) Secretary: Malia Lluen (Gr. 4) Co-Advisors: Wendy Machida, Joni Haraga, Teresa Okuhara-Onzuka, Samantha Saito

Staff Directory for SY 2019-2020 Office Staff Principal: Mr. Ryan Amine Office Assistant: Mrs. Lisa Saito School Administrative Service Assistant: Ms. Stephanie Kim Office Assistant: Ms. Joy Bourgoyne Office Assistant: Ms. Lynda Takamoto

Student Services Counselors: Mr. William Kaeo (1,3,5) Student Services Coordinator: Ms. Marie Mitsukawa Mrs. Leann Teramae (K,2,4) School Health Aide: Mrs. Bette Jo Nakahara Academic Coaches: Mrs. Dawn Kodama-Nii (K-2) and Mrs. Wendy Machida (3-5)

Specialty Programs Staff Hawaiian Studies: vacant STEM/SCIENCE: P3 Mrs. Laura Hew Library Services: Mrs. Lori Kidani STEM Support: Mrs. Linda Muramoto Music: P4 Ms. Cathlyn-Renee Momohara STEM/SCIENCE: P1 Ms. Edene Nagai-Hadap Physical Education: Mr. Shawn Coleman STEM Support: Ms. Ilona McGill World Language: Ms. Shiho Matsutaka Technology: Mr. Guy Anama

English Language Learners ELL Teacher and Coordinator: Mrs. Sharon Kunihisa ELL Teachers: Ms. Kari-Lyn Canaday Ms. Sumiyo Takamiya Primary School Adjustment Project (PSAP) Mrs. Phyllis Nakasone, EA Mrs. Leann Teramae, Counselor

Custodial Staff Head Custodian: Mr. Sean Wilhelm Custodians: Mrs. Maria Faimealelei and Ms. Diane Nguyen Classroom Cleaners – Eric Lam and Lester Saito

Staff Directory for SY 2019-2020 (con’t) Cafeteria Staff Manager: Ms. Renee Kim Cook: Mr. Keenan Lam Baker: vacant Helper: Mr. Lance Nakamitsu Cafeteria Helper: Mr. Lester Saito Meal Tracker: Ms. Jasmine Kim

General Education Teaching Staff Kindergarten F1: Mrs. Terri Asato Grade 3 F5: Mrs. Eileen Suda F2: Mr. Elston Fujimoto F6: Ms. Aulani Akui-Kawaguchi F3: Mrs. Allison Kimoto F7: Mrs. Teresa Okuhara-Onzuka F4: Ms. Liane Sakai F8: Ms. Sarah Sugimoto

Grade 1 D1: Mrs. Kathryn Donahue Grade 4 D5: Mrs. Iris Yamamoto D2: Ms. Tiffany Nakashima D6: Ms. Samantha Saito D3: Mrs. Shelley Yamaguchi D7: Mrs. Joni Haraga D4: Mrs. Jennifer Berrington D8: Mrs. Lorna Chang

Grade 2 C1: Mrs. Careyanne Nakamura Grade 5 C5: Mrs. Terry Drown C2: Ms. Courtney Martinez C6: Ms. Alyssa Garcia C3: Ms. Rayna Saeki C7: Mrs. Roxane Yi C4: Mrs. Whitney Nguyen C8: Mr. Max Kaneshiro

Special Education Teaching Staff Educational Assistants (EAs) PreK P2A: Mrs. Marissa Faleolo Ms. Sherri Sasaki Mrs. Ruth Chong K-2 P2B: Mrs. Stacie Teramae Ms. Valerie Tom Mrs. Helene Tokigawa 3 P10: Mrs. Eleanor Garcia Ms. Phyllis Nakasone 4 P5: Mrs. Jessica Fujimoto Mrs. Taryn Loo 5 P6: Ms. Genevieve Honda Part-Time Teachers (PTTs) Paraprofessional Tutors (PPTs) Ms. Ilona McGill Mrs. Lori Miura Ms. Yoko Anderson Ms. Rie Barnhart Mrs. Taryn Loo Mrs. Kara Venzon Mr. Gregory Bone Ms. Michelle Mueller Mrs. Tricia Shimamura Ms. Marissa Lee Mr. Kainoa Murobayashi Ms. Georgiana Ngirarsaol Mrs. Claire Santos Mrs. Annie Zoto Mr. John Tsukano

Daily Bell Schedule Six Day Cycle for Services

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Wednesday Day Grades Time Activity Time A K, 3 7:15 – 7:45 Breakfast 7:15 – 7:45 B 1,4 7:35 – 7:55 JPOs on Duty 7:35 – 7:55 C 2,5 7:55 – 8:00 Opening 7:55 – 8:00 D 3,K 8:00 – 9:40 Instructional Block 1 8:00 – 9:40 E 4,1 9:40 – 9:55 Recess 9:40 – 9:55 F 5,2 9:55-11:00 Gr. PreK-2 Instructional Block 2 9:55 - 11:00 11:00 – 11:30 Grades PreK-2 Lunch 11:00 – 11:30 Students attend four blocks of specialty classes on the designated grade level letter day. (Music, Technology, Library, World 11:30 – 11:45 Grades PreK-2 Recess 11:30 – 11:45 Language, Physical Education, STEM, Hawaiian Studies) 11:45 – 2:05 Gr. PreK-2 Instructional Block 3 11:45 – 1:20 9:55 – 11:35 Grades 3-5 Instructional Block 2 9:55 – 11:35 11:35 – 12:05 Grades 3-5 Lunch 11:35 – 12:05 Release Time Changes for SY 2018-2019 12:05 – 12:20 Recess Grades 3-5 12:05 – 12:20 Date Revised Release Ti me…. 12:20 – 2:05 Grade 3-5 Instructional Block 3 12:20 – 1:20 Wed., Oct. 2 Release time at 2:10 2:05 – 2:10 Closing 1:20 – 1:25 Fri., Oct. 4 Release time at 1:25 2:10 – 2:30 JPOs on Duty 1:25 – 1:45 Oct. 23- Nov. 4 Release time at 1:25 Wed., Dec. 18 Release time at 2:10 2:10 – 5:30 After School (A+) Program 1:25 – 5:30 Fri., Dec. 20 Release time at 1:25 Wed., Jan. 22 Release time at 2:10 Wed., Oct. 2 Release time at 2:10 Fri., Oct. 4 Release time at 1:25 Oct. 23- Nov. 4 Release time at 1:25 Fri., Jan 24 Release time at 1:25 Wed., March 4 Release time at 2:10 Thurs., March 5 Release time at 1:25 Wed., May 27 Release time at 2:10 Thurs., May 28 Release time at 1:25

Wilson School’s 5 Rs Respectfulness Responsibility I can… I can… ➢ Be thoughtful and considerate. ➢ Stay above the line. ➢ Follow school and class rules. ➢ Be prompt and on time. ➢ Use an appropriate voice. ➢ Complete all tasks. ➢ Use kind words and actions. ➢ Use equipment and supplies. ➢ Listen to adult authority. ➢ Clean up after myself. ➢ Honor personal space. ➢ Stay focused.

Relationships Resourcefulness I can… I can… ➢ Be thoughtful and considerate. ➢ Solve problems appropriately. ➢ Follow school and class rules. ➢ Use time wisely. ➢ Use an appropriate voice. ➢ Be flexible and imaginative. ➢ Use kind words and actions. ➢ Apply my knowledge and skills. ➢ Listen to adult authority. ➢ Make good choices. ➢ Honor personal space.

Resiliency I can… ➢ Always do my best. ➢ Have a positive attitude. ➢ Live with a Growth Mindset. ➢ Keep Trying.

10 Student Code of Conduct While a Wilson School student is the sole purpose for the existence of Wilson School and the services it provides, a Wilson School student is also expected to be responsible for availing him/herself to the educational services provided by the school, and to demonstrate school spirit and personal pride at all times.

Purpose and Responsibility The fundamental purpose and responsibility of a Wilson School Student is to develop and nurture in themselves the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary to “grow within and go beyond” in order to become responsible, contributing and productive members of society. A Wilson School student is responsible for his/her learning, actions, and behavior at all times.

Attendance Wilson School students are expected to attend and be on time to school regularly and to attend all classes in order to fulfill their responsibility to learn.

Work Habits Wilson School students are expected to be prepared for and to participate in each class to meet performance standards, to have the necessary class materials, to complete classwork and homework accurately and on time, and to prepare for quizzes and assessments.

Respect for Self and Others Wilson School students are expected to be honest, behave with dignity and to treat others with respect and courtesy. Behavior of the individual should not interfere or impede the learning of others. Wilson students are expected not to harass or bully others verbally and physically, and to come to school free from the influence of tobacco products, alcohol or drugs. Wilson students are expected not to use or possess such substances.

Respect for Authority Wilson School students are expected to demonstrate respect for authority and to comply with all rules and to obey all laws at all times and especially while under the jurisdiction of the school and while participating in school-sponsored activities. Wilson School students are expected to respond in a courteous and respectful manner to all adults at all times.

Respect for Property Students are expected to treat all property belonging to the school and to others with care.

Freedom from Fear Students are expected to contribute to a safe school environment free from fear. Acts of violence, weapons, and contraband are never acceptable.

Chapter 19 – Department of Education Policy on Discipline Chapter 19 is intended to promote and maintain a safe school environment. The rules specify four levels of offenses and are listed as Class A, B, C, or D.

Class “A” Offenses: (Prohibited by Law) Class “B” Offenses:

➢ Assault ➢ Bullying ➢ Burglary ➢ Cyberbullying ➢ Possession, use, or sale of dangerous instruments or substances ➢ Disorderly Conduct ➢ Possession or use of a dangerous weapons ➢ False alarm ➢ Possession, use, or sale of drug paraphernalia ➢ Forgery ➢ Extortion ➢ Gambling ➢ Fighting ➢ Harassment ➢ Possession or use of firearms ➢ Hazing ➢ Homicide ➢ Inappropriate or questionable uses, or both of internet materials or ➢ Possession, use or sale of illicit drugs equipment, or both ➢ Possession, use or sale of intoxicating substances ➢ Theft ➢ Property damage or vandalism ➢ Trespassing ➢ Robbery ➢ Sexual Offenses ➢ Terroristic threatening Class “C” Offenses: Class “D” Offenses:

➢ Abusive Language ➢ Defiance/Disrespect/Noncompliance ➢ Class cutting ➢ Disruption (Low-intensity, inappropriate disruption) ➢ Insubordination ➢ Dress Code Violation ➢ Possession or use of laser pen/laser pointer ➢ Inappropriate Language ➢ Leaving campus without consent ➢ Lying or Cheating ➢ Smoking or use of tobacco ➢ Physical Contact ➢ Truancy ➢ Property Misuse ➢ Tardy ➢ Possession or use of contraband items: Contraband Items: Students are not to: Ø bring or chew gum at school; ➢ bring contraband items such as Cell Phones, Smartwatches, Heelys, radios, CDs, iPods, tape recorders, sunglasses, hats, skateboards, toys; ➢ bring firecrackers, alcohol or other potentially dangerous items to school. DISCIPLINARY ACTION (ALL DISCIPLINARY DECISIONS ARE BASED UPON THE DISCRETION OF THE ADMINISTRATOR): Correction and Conferences with student, detention, crisis removal, individualized instruction related to student’s problem behavior, interim alternate educational setting, loss of privileges, parent conferences, time in office, suspension of one – ten days, suspension of eleven or more days, disciplinary transfer, referral to alternative educational programs, dismissal and/or restitution. 12

General Information

Registration A child registering in a public school in Hawaii for the first time needs the following records: Original Birth Certificate, Certificate of Release from former school, Pupil’s Progress Report, and Pupil’s Health Record (Form 14). No child may be admitted until a tuberculin assessment has been received by the school. A physical exam is also required along with immunizations against certain illnesses.

Attendance The State of Hawaii Attendance Guidelines: • The State of Hawaii requires all children from age 5 to attend school • The State of Hawaii requires that all students who arrive after 11:00 a.m. or leave prior to 11:00 a.m. be marked absent for the day. • The State of Hawaii has termed any student who has 15 or more absences and “Chronically Absent.” • The State of Hawaii does not excuse any absence regardless of circumstances including illness and family vacations during regular school days WES Procedures School begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 2:10 p.m. except on Wednesday when school ends at 1:25 p.m. Please call the office (733-4740) to report absences and tardies. 1. Absence calls should be made by 8:30 a.m. on the day of the absence. 2. If parents have notified the office about an absence, they may ignore the 9:00 a.m. automated call. However, if parents have not done so, parents need to call the School Office once they receive the automated message regarding their child’s absence. 3. For absences or request for early release known in advance, please send a note to the school office. The child must be picked up and signed out by an authorized adult at the school office at the time requested. Any student leaving prior to 11:00 a.m. will be marked absent for the day. 4. No child may leave school unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other adult(s) listed on the child’s emergency card. 5. Students arriving after 8:00 a.m. must report to the school office to receive a Tardy Slip before being admitted to class. WES Interventions Any student with: • 3 absences will receive the “First Attendance Notification Letter”, via email from their teacher • 6 absences will receive the “Second Attendance Notification Letter” from their grade level counselor • 9 or more absences may have a “Conference with Administration” *Please schedule family trips, vacations, doctor’s appointments, and other commitments during non-school days/hours. Homework Request 1. Homework request should be made by 8:30 a.m. on the day of the absence. 2. Homework may be picked up at the school office between 3:00 – 4:00 p.m., or sent home via a sibling at school if the child’s name, grade, and room number are provided at the time of call. 13 General Information (con’t)

Emergency Cards Please complete the Emergency Card for each child in your family who is a student at Wilson School and return it the next school day. It is critical to inform the school immediately of any changes so that appropriate adults can be notified in case of an emergency. Please call or send in changes to ensure emergency information for your child is always current.

Uku Guidelines The Department of Education has adopted a new procedure to address ukus (head lice) in school. This new procedure is based on national recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and National Association of School Nurses. Under this new procedure, all students will remain in school regardless of the presence of ukus.

SchoolMessenger Mass Messaging Program Through an automated voice mail, this program is able to leave vital messages for all parents in a single phone call. For attendance purposes: Once a teacher enters a student’s absence or tardy into the electronic school attendance program, a phone call is triggered automatically at 8:40a.m. to parents. Parents are asked to call the school office regarding a child’s absence by 8:30 a.m. If parents have notified the office about an absence, they may ignore the automated call. However, if parents have not done so, parents need to call the school office once they receive the automated message regarding their child’s absence. The primary purpose of this program is to notify parents of emergencies (lockdowns, severe weather conditions, and other school emergency closures). To accomplish this efficiently, parents are urged to leave with the school the PRIMARY contact phone numbers for the system to call.

Classroom Visitations / Deliveries and Drop-Off of Items to Classrooms At times, classroom visitations/observations can be disruptive to the educational process. Therefore, we request that the classroom visits and observations be scheduled and agreed to by the teacher at least 3 days in advance. The purpose of the visit must be stated at the time the appointment is made using the Request for Observation Form. If you request an outside evaluator or visitor to observe you child in class, we will have a school or district staff member accompany this visitor during their observation. Visitors must go to the office, sign the visitor log, and wear a visitor’s badge for the duration of the visit. Visits/Observations will be limited to 30 minutes or upon the discretion of the teacher and/or principal. Please return all visitor’s badges to the office. Please leave all personal deliveries for your child at the school office. If you wish to drop off items for a special occasion such as a birthday evnt, please arrange in ADVANCE with your child’s teacher as to the best time for the drop-off. Many teachers prefer that food treats be dropped off after the lunch period, so that it doesn’t impact too much on your child’s lunch consumption.

Photographs and Videos on Campus To protect our students privacy rights outlined in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA), we ask that parents take photographs and videos of only their child and to avoid taking pictures and videos that may include other students. Any photos or videos that include other students should not be used publicly, including posting on social media. 14 General Information (con’t)

Check Payments to the School Checks may be acceptable for certain services – such as meal payments, the Wilson A+ After School Program, and the After School Enrichment Program classes. Meal payment checks should be payable to: Department of Education, State of Hawaii (The Department of Education regulations require schools to assess a $25.00 fee for any insufficient / bad check that is returned).

Consumable Fees Wilson School will continue to implement the policy of assessing each student a fee to subsidize a portion (50%) of the cost of consumables each year. (Consumables are instructional aids and materials such as planners, workbooks and journals which students write in and keep as personal possessions).

Medical Insurance Coverage It is highly recommended that all children have some form of medical insurance coverage through their parents’/guardians’ medical plan. The Board of Education no longer requires medical insurance coverage before students may participate on school outings.

Lost Photo ID Tags Should a student lose their original photo I.D. tag, a replacement will be generated. However, if that replacement is also lost, then a $5.00 fee will be charged for the third one.

Thursday Envelope Please check the Thursday envelope weekly for the latest information and updates of school information and activities.

Parent Bulletins The bimonthly newsletters are the school’s primary method of general communication with parents. It is highly recommended that parents select the option of receiving these bulletins electronically to help us conserve paper and to receive video features in the newsletters that can be only transmitted electronically. A “google form” on the school website is available to select the electronic version option.

School Website With just a click of a button, search www.wilsonschoolhawaii.org for a wealth of information: School Calendar, Breakfast & Lunch Menus, School Supply Lists, Report Card Attachments, Specialty Programs, Grade Level Information, Summer Program, etc. While always a work in progress that will never really be completed, the website is posted and refreshed with new and updated information on a frequent basis. WESCC / WSO PTA Meetings We welcome you to the Wilson Elementary School Community Council (WESCC) and the Wilson School Ohana-Parent Teacher Association (WSO- PTA) parent group meetings that are held each month. (see calendar for meeting dates). Questions regarding the WESCC or WSO-PTA may be directed to the school office.

School Uniforms Purpose The purposes for a Wilson Elementary School Uniform Policy are as follows: ● Promote school spirit and personal pride; ● Enhance student behavior and safety; ● Reduce dress competiveness, cliquishness, and undesirable affiliations; ● Provide cost effective alternatives for school clothing; ● Keep students looking good!

Policy Statement Unless otherwise excepted, every student enrolled at Wilson Elementary School is expected to attend school wearing an authorized school uniform on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week. School uniforms may not be altered, styled or defaced in any way. An open front outer garment (sweater, jacket, coat, etc.) with top to bottom buttons or zipper may be worn over a uniform shirt provided that the uniform shirt beneath the outer garment is visible. Any shirt or other inner garment worn beneath the uniform shirt must not be visible.

Free Dress Days The Friday of each week as well as other such days designated by the School Administration are “Free Dress Days.” On Free Dress Days, students may attend school wearing clothing of styles and colors of choice, provided that such clothing is appropriate and acceptable in accordance with the Wilson School Dress Code. The Code simply stipulates that students clothing is neat, clean, decent, and devoid of inappropriate pictures or graphics.

Covered Shoes Students are expected to wear covered shoes to school every day. Students who attend school without covered shoes will not be permitted to participate in active play during recess, physical education class activities, and field trip outings.

Loaner Uniforms Loaner uniforms will be signed out at the counselor’s office. The student is expected to wear the loner uniform and return it to the health room cleaned and laundered the next school day. If a student fails to return a loaner uniform, a replacement fee cost will be assessed to the student.

School Meals Program National School Lunch and Breakfast Program Application The Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FARMS) program operated by the US Department of Education provides free or reduced-price meals for children of qualifying families. Parents or guardians who think they meet the income requirement should complete the FARMS form and return it to the school as soon as possible to allow time for processing. A quicker process is to apply on line at ezmealapp.com. Students who were receiving free or reduced breakfast and lunch meals last school year and who remain eligible this year have a grace period of ten days to receive benefits.

School Menu The School Foods Services Branch requires schools to send out a school lunch menu for parents to refer to during the entire school year. We graciously request that parents not call the cafeteria for menu updates. Our school website will include a two-week posting of lunch menus. In addition, you can check the cafeteria bulletin board facing the serving counter in the cafeteria. eTrition by Harris Meal (Lunch)Accounting System Deposits may be made at the Payment Collection Box located in the School Office. Once a child’s account has been opened with an initial deposit, the computerized program generates a Payment Reminder to inform parents whenever the balance reaches $10.00 or less. Parents are urged to check for these Payment Reminders or check the “EZSchoolPay.com” website to monitor your child’s balance. Additional deposits must then be made to replenish the account and avoid deficit balances. Deposits may be in cash or with checks payable to: Dept. of Education, State of Hawaii. In addition, you can make an online deposit on the EZSchoolPay website, however, there is a convenience fee applied for each online deposit. School Cafeteria Meal Price

Student Breakfast $1.10 Second Student Lunch $5.50 Reduced-Price Student $0.30 Adult Lunch $5.50 Breakfast Second Student Breakfast $2.40 Ala Carte Items Adult Breakfast $2.40 Juice/Yogurt Cup $0.50 Student Lunch $2.50 Milk $0.75 Reduced-Price Student $0.40 Bottled Water $0.60 Lunch Second Student Entrée $2.00 Wilson A+ After School $0.75 Snack USDA Child Nutrition Programs recognize the following protected

Peanut Awareness Thousands of persons in Hawaii, the United States, and the world- too many of them children- suffer the misfortune of being allergic to peanuts and peanut derivatives. In an ideal world, every school would be a “peanut-free” zone to ensure the safety and healthy environment for every child. The reality is, however, that there are no guarantees other than making a good-faith effort to raise awareness and increase monitoring of snacks and foods consumed on school grounds. The teachers and staff of Wilson School are determined to take reasonable precautions through heightened awareness and increased understanding about peanut and other allergies afflicting our children, and we ask the support of our students, parents, friends, and families to join us in our commitment to make our school safe for every child by minimizing the exposure of our children to potential allergens. Please kokua and do so for the sake of our children observing the following guidelines throughout the year: 1. Refrain from sending to school with your child lunches, snacks, or other treats that may contain peanuts or peanut derivatives. 2. Our teachers and staff will incorporate activities aimed at raising students’ awareness about allergens and allergies. Please support these efforts at home by talking about this with your child. 3. Sharing breakfast, lunch, or other snacks among friends is prohibited. 4. Should your child be fortunate enough to enjoy foods and other treats containing peanuts or peanut derivatives at home, please remind them to wash their hands before coming to school. 5. Be watchful for additional information about peanut and other food allergies that the school may be sending home from time to time.

Thank you for your cooperation and support of this important effort.

Traffic and Parking Drop-Off/Pick Up of Children Before and After School We understand that parents need to work, but we also expect parents to be reasonable and responsible regarding the safety of their children. Since Wilson School has neither the resources nor the responsibility to provide supervision, parents should never drop off their child any earlier than 7:30 A.M. and always be sure to arrange for appropriate supervision and/or pick-up of their child within twenty minutes after dismissal.

A particular concern is for those children who are expected to wait unattended and unsupervised at the Wilson Community Park until they are picked up. The park is a widely used facility open to anyone. Wilson School has no control or jurisdiction over activities at the park and is able to offer absolutely no measure of assurance regarding the safety and well-being of children left there during non-school hours.

Parking Advisory Due to congested and hazardous traffic conditions, especially for school opening, parents and friends are asked to use strong caution and courtesy to our neighbors when dropping off/picking up their child. ALL stalls in both the Wilson School parking lot and the Honolulu District parking lot (behind the cafeteria) are RESERVED. Parents are advised to use appropriate street parking when leaving their vehicles unattended.

District Parking & Back Lot These areas are “off-limits” to parents and guardians. NO ONE should be entering these areas to park, load/unload or use as a short-cut to drop off or pick up children. Please be courteous and have consideration.

Handicapped Parking Stalls Please also be reminded that the use or blockage of the handicapped parking stalls next to the stairway fronting the School Cafeteria are federal violations. Adult drivers who are in the practice of using the stalls as a convenient drop-off and pick up area for children are asked to be mindful that an official authorized placard must be displayed.

Emergency Guidelines for Parents and Guardians

In the event of an emergency, parents, guardians, friends and relatives are asked not to call or approach the school to pick up their child(ren). It is important to keep communication and transportation lines open and available for use by emergency response agencies and vehicles. Wilson School is an evacuation site for Civil Defense emergencies. It has in place the appropriate procedures as well as the facilities and provisions to offer safe haven to our children until such time as they may be returned to you.

Should you learn of an emergency, turn on the radio, television, or any other available device for receiving news and news up-dates. Do not give credence nor respond to rumors and third party sources of information. In the event of an emergency affecting our school, news and news updates will be provided directly to the public by officials of the Department of Education through its Public Affairs Office, State Superintendent’s Office, and/or Complex Area Superintendent’s Office. The school may also email information and/or utilize our SchoolMessenger Mass Messaging System. Therefore, it is critical to keep your information current with the front office.

Your cooperation is appreciated to ensure the safety and well-being for our students.

/s/ Ryan A. Amine Principal