Substitute Teacher HANDBOOK Melissa A

WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Substitute Teacher HANDBOOK Melissa A. Williams, President

Stan E. Stouffer, Vice President

Members Pieter Bickford Jacqueline B. Fischer Michael L. Guessford Linda J. Murray Wayne D. Ridenour

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Dr. Boyd J. Michael, Superintendent of Schools

The Board of Education of Washington County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs to Washington County Public School System students.

Individuals requiring special accommodations are requested to contact Washington County Public Schools, at 301-766-2962 (voice) or 301-766-8713 (TDD). 10435 Downsville Pike Hagerstown, MD 21740 301-766-2800

Welcome to Washington County Public Schools!

As a substitute teacher, you are a vital member of our school system. Your daily work is an important contribution to the instructional programs of our county.

Please take a moment to read our Substitute Teacher Handbook. It is a valuable resource which will guide you through WCPS processes and expectations.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Human Resources Department at 301-766-2800.

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PART 1

Absence Management Substitute Calling System

Our school system uses Absence Management, an automated substitute calling system. Each school will report a substitute need to the computer using the website or a touch-tone telephone and the computer contacts the substitute teacher.

The job of the Substitute Systems Operator is to maintain the computer system and provide support for the schools and the substitutes if problems or concerns should arise. The Substitute Systems Operator is in the office from 6:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Please feel free to phone if you need assistance.

Call Out Times: Weekday Mornings...... 6:00 a.m. Weekday Evenings.....5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Saturdays...... None Sundays...... 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Holidays...... 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Work/Pay Records: Total time worked will be processed through the Absence Management system to payroll. It is important for you to keep your own accurate calendar and record of the dates, job numbers and time periods that you have worked or are scheduled to work. You should always plan to verify your hours worked with the school secretary. The school secretary will be responsible for verifying the accuracy of each day’s work/pay records before the information is submitted to payroll.

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Absence Management

SIGNING IN THROUGH WEBSITE

Go to www.google.com and Sign In to your WCPS Google account with your WCPS email and password.

Go to www.wcpsmd.com, choose Faculty and Staff, then choose Absence Management Substitute Calling System,

Having trouble signing in? Contact the HelpDesk at 301-766-8911.

SEARCHING FOR AVAILABLE JOBS

You can review available jobs directly on the homepage. These potential jobs appear in green on the calendar and in list form under the “Available Jobs” tab.

To accept a job, click the Accept button beside the absence (or click Reject to remove a job from the list).

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GETTING HELP AND TRAINING

If you have questions, want to learn more about a certain feature, or want more information about a specific topic, click Help Resources and select Frontline Support. This opens a knowledge base of help and training materials.

ACCESSING ABSENCE MANAGEMENT ON THE PHONE

In addition to web-based, system accessibility, you can also find and accept available jobs, manage personal information, change your PIN number, and more, all on the phone.

When You Call into Absence Management

To call, dial 1-800-942-3767. You’ll be prompted to enter your ID number (ten-digit phone number) followed by the # sign, then your PIN number followed by the # sign.

When calling the Absence Management system, you can: • Find available jobs – Press 1 • Review or cancel upcoming jobs – Press 2 • Review or cancel a specific job – Press 3 • Review or change your personal information – Press 4

When the Absence Management System Calls You

If an available job has not been filled by another substitute two days before the absence is scheduled to start, the system will automatically begin to call substitutes and try to fill the job.

Keep in mind, when the system calls you, it will call about one job at a time, even if you’re eligible for other jobs. You can always call in (see “When You Call into Absence Management” section above) to hear a list of all available jobs.

Note: When the system calls, be sure to say a loud and clear “Hello” after answering the call. This will ensure that the system knows you picked up the call.

When you receive a call, you can: • Listen to available jobs – Press 1 • Prevent Absence Management from calling again today – Press 2 • Prevent Absence Management from ever calling again – Press 9

If you are interested in the available job, Press 1. You will be asked to enter your PIN number (followed by the # sign). The Absence Management system will list the job details, and you will have the opportunity to accept or reject the job.

3 SUBSTITUTE ASSIGNMENTS

Phone Numbers: Absence Management: 1-800-942-3767 Help Desk: 1-301-766-2813

Absence Management enables Washington County Public Schools to offer broader opportunities for substitutes while still allowing each school to choose the substitute with whom they have worked well in the past. The system permits a substitute teacher to:

• Call in to check on available jobs in order to plan ahead. • Review or modify a period he/she is unable to work. • Review or cancel a previously accepted assignment. • Indicate his/her availability in half-day increments by the day of the week.

This is how Absence Management works:

1. A teacher or principal contacts Absence Management on a touch-tone telephone system or via the website. 2. An absence is reported and receives a confirmation number. 3. Absence Management searches its lists and finds the appropriate substitute for this assignment. 4. Substitutes may view available jobs via the website. 5. During the morning or evening call-out period, Absence Management places a call to the substitute teacher. 6. The substitute teacher enters his/her user ID and personal identification number (password) on the keypad of a tone generated phone. A narrator gives the details of the assignment. 7. The substitute accepts or declines the assignment. If accepted, the substitute receives the confirmation number to use when reporting for the assignment.

All substitute teachers used in the Washington County Public School district have been interviewed and selected by supervisors. Whenever possible, requests by principals and teachers for specific substitute teachers are honored. If the teacher or school does not request a particular substitute, Absence Management will select on a rotation group basis. No assurance can be given regarding the regularity or length of assignments. Substitutes are assigned for the regular school year only.

It is hoped that substitute teachers will accept all calls for assignments. Substitutes must be aware of the importance of dependability and of the necessity of being ready to accept assignments when called. If you find the need to make yourself temporarily unavailable for a time period, please update your availability on the system so that you will not be called needlessly. We understand that substitute teachers may need to make themselves unavailable from time to time.

If Absence Management contacts you for a job after the starting time of the school, please accept the job and then call the school immediately to indicate your approximate time of arrival. You will be paid for the actual hours worked.

If you find the need to cancel an assignment, you must first access the website or call the Absence Management system to cancel. (Please cancel no less than two hours before the start of the assignment) After canceling with the system, please call the school immediately to report your cancellation. Excessive late day cancellations (5 or more) may result in removal from the WCPS substitute teacher list.

Please note that depending on the needs of the school for appropriate coverage, it may be necessary for a substitute to be placed in another position upon arrival at the school. You may be asked to cover or assist another classroom during the teacher's planning period.

4 Inclement Weather

School Closing – Whenever the schools are closed due to inclement weather, an announcement will be issued to the media. Substitutes should not report to the school and will not be paid for the day.

Delayed Opening – Whenever the schools are delayed, the assigned substitute teachers are to report at the delayed arrival time unless otherwise notified by an administrator.

Early Dismissal – Whenever the schools are dismissed early due to inclement weather or emergency situation, substitutes may be excused as soon as all students and/or buses have left the building. Substitutes will be paid for their assignment as originally scheduled. If you were scheduled for a half-day PM assignment, the system will notify you of the cancellation.

Substitute help desk hours of operation – If you need more information or have particular concerns, you may contact the Absence Management operator in the Human Resources Office between 6:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. If the help desk is unavailable, please leave a message and the operator will get back with you as soon as possible.

PART 2

Expectations / Policies and Procedures

WHAT TO EXPECT IN WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

From the Office: 1. A warm and friendly welcome upon arrival in the building. 2. Help in locating room. 3. Assistance in providing materials needed during the day. 4. Help in solving any problems that you do not feel able to handle. 5. Suggestions to make work easier and more pleasant.

From the Teacher: 1. Clear and specific lesson plans and expectations of classroom routines. 2. An accurate list of students for attendance and identification. 3. A daily class schedule for the teacher including section number, room number and time periods. 4. School classroom discipline plan.

From the Staff: 1. A warm, cordial greeting from the staff. 2. Assistance with your incidental questions and problems. They are prepared to help and are willing and able to do so. Please use them.

From the Human Resources Office: 1. A substitute teacher orientation including information on classroom management, safety awareness, and verbal de-escalation. 2. Updated substitute information throughout the year.

Hours of Employment: A substitute shall be considered to have worked a full day if he/she has been employed for more than four hours excluding a duty free lunch period. In order to be properly prepared for the day's work, a substitute should report in advance of the first regularly scheduled class in order to be properly oriented.

Substitutes working a full day assignment are expected to follow the regular workday in that school. The school administrator on a day-to-day basis must approve any early releases.

Substitute Teacher Pay Rates: 1. Group A: Degree holding teachers who are, have been, or could have been fully certified in Maryland; degree-holding teachers who can be, under special state-approved reciprocity arrangements, fully certified in the state; and retired teachers from this county school system. 2. Group B: Individuals who hold a bachelor's degree or above but do not have full certification in the state. 3. Group C: Individuals having less than a bachelor's degree but no less than a high school diploma.

Group A: $130.00 Group B: $103.00 Group C: $ 90.00

6 Long-Term Substitute Pay Rates: (For Certified Classroom Teacher Positions Only) If the substitute teacher replaces the same regularly assigned teacher for more than ten (10) consecutive days, he/she will be paid a higher rate of pay beginning on the eleventh (11th) day. Long term substitute pay will not be retroactive to the first day of employment.

Group A: $152.00 Group B: $114.00 Group C: $101.00

The long-term rate does not apply when a substitute is assigned to a paraprofessional position. The long-term rate will only apply when assigned to a certified classroom teacher position. Long-term substitutes shall be expected to assume the responsibilities of a regularly certified employee.

Do I Receive Benefits? Substitute teachers are not eligible to participate in the health and welfare plans or other fringe benefits of the school system.

Pay Periods: Washington County Public School employees are paid bi-weekly. A schedule of pay dates may be found on the WCPS website. Paychecks are mailed directly to your home address, or you may sign up for direct deposit. Any change concerning substitute personal data (i.e. address, telephone number, etc.) must reported in Employee Self Service.

7 DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Professional Expectations Substitute teachers are maintained on the WCPS roster of eligible substitutes contingent upon their ability to comply with personal and professional standards of conduct. Conduct detrimental to the reputation of individual schools and/or the school system, not in the interest of the instructional program, or constituting a threat to the safety or well-being of students, the community, or school employees will be cause for removal from the substitute list. Inappropriate language or profanity used by substitutes will not be tolerated. Board policies and procedures are available for review at wcpsmd.com. All substitute teachers are required to attend an orientation session prior to employment with WCPS. Orientations are held periodically throughout the year. Failure to meet this requirement will result in removal from the WCPS substitute teacher list.

Availability Substitutes must maintain accurate availability information on their profiles. Availability can easily be updated on either the phone or website features of Absence Management. Repeated cancellations, refusal of assignments, inactivity and hang-ups can result in being removed from the WCPS substitute list. Substitute teachers are required to work a minimum of ten days throughout an academic school year to be eligible for placement on the following school year's list of approved substitutes. Failure to meet this requirement will result in removal from the WCPS substitute teacher list.

If a substitute decides that he/she no longer wishes to substitute, they must notify the Human Resources office immediately in writing. If moving, the new address should be provided to ensure that payroll and tax information can be forwarded.

Confidentiality Substitutes who are made privy to information regarding students, community members, or school staff may not discuss this information with any other parties except legitimate school authorities. Administrators or appropriate staff members should be consulted by substitutes if they determine there is a need to relay information as a result of health, safety, or well-being concerns.

Being Professional 1. Maintain a professional attitude toward your work, students, staff, and parents. 2. Criticism of the teacher for whom you substitute is considered unprofessional. 3. Information about any school in which you work is confidential. Any concerns you have should be shared with your principal.

Starting The Day The substitute teacher is expected to carry out the duties of the regular classroom teacher. The major objective in using a substitute is to ensure continuity of instruction until the regular teacher returns to duty. The following should assist you in successfully accomplishing these expectations: 1. Report to the main office to sign in and receive a temporary ID badge. 2. When you arrive in the classroom, look for seating charts, the teacher's lesson plans and textbooks. Locate crisis plans, fire drill procedures, and student health concern information. 3. Carefully follow the school's procedure for reporting absent students. 4. Plan to spend the entire day working with the students. Keep the students under supervision at all times. No personal work of any kind should be done. Remember that you are legally responsible for students, equipment and materials. 5. Carefully follow the prepared lesson plans. 6. If you need help in handling a discipline issue, consult the principal or assistant principal.

8 7. Accidents involving any student in your care must be reported immediately to the principal.

8. Do not keep any student after school without the principal's permission. Notes or any other communications should not be sent to parents without permission from the principal.

9. The school principal is the best person to help you with problems, complaints, or suggestions. Check with him/her if such situations should arise.

Ending The Day Remain until all of your students are dismissed before leaving the classroom. Plan to leave the building at the scheduled closing time and after you have completed your assignments. Before you leave, please do the following:

1. Check classroom materials and equipment to determine that they were left in good order.

2. Organize written work.

3. Leave a brief description of the day for the teacher.

4. Return any school materials which may have been provided.

5. Sign out with the front office before leaving. Plan to leave the building at the end of the scheduled teacher day.

Policies and procedures 1. Be present at the school seven and one-half consecutive hours each day in both the elementary and secondary levels. This includes the thirty minute, duty-free lunch period. You may be asked to cover or assist in another classroom during the teacher's planning time. 2. Use only those textbooks, courses of study, and other instructional materials that have been approved by the Washington County Public School system.

3. The Maryland State Board of Education has adopted a Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace which prohibits the sale and use of Tobacco/Drugs/Alcohol in any form in school buildings and premises.

4. Food or drink should be consumed in approved areas only. The classroom is not an approved area when students are present.

5. Personal, religious and/or political viewpoints should not be promoted.

6. Accompany students to and from the building during fire drills and other emergency drills.

7. Advertising or selling to students is prohibited.

8. Observe all Washington County School Board policies.

9. Administrators are the only staff members authorized to transport students.

10. Do not give out or receive personal phone numbers, cell phone numbers, email addresses or home addresses.

11. Contact with students after the school day has ended is prohibited.

12. The WCPS Human Resources Department reserves the right to periodically review your substitute teaching performance. Repeated additions to the Do Not Use List may result in termination. Repeated cancellations, numerous declinations, and hang-ups may result in termination. It is required that a substitute maintain an accurate availability status at all times. Failure to do so may result in removal from the substitute list.

9 Contacting The School Office No outside agency or person (such as police or parents) is to question or interview a student except in the presence of the principal. You have a responsibility to see that the rights of the student are not violated. There are no exceptions to this rule.

Students are not excused to leave school under any circumstances without office permission. If you believe a student should be excused, contact the office.

Obtain permission from the principal before sending any notes or other communications to parents.

Accidents involving any of the students in your care must be reported immediately to the office. If you are involved in an accident or are injured on the job, contact the principal immediately. A report must be filed before you leave the building.

Students claiming to be ill should be sent immediately to the office. At your earliest opportunity, verify that the student arrived at the office.

Keep students after school only with the principal's permission. Parents must also be informed if a student is to be detained after school.

Procedures for using equipment such as copiers and computers vary from to school to school. Ask a staff member for directions.

Do not leave the building without prior approval of the administrator's office. Please sign in and out with the school secretary.

Be aware that each school may have specific rules. Check with the school secretary at the beginning of the school day to receive additional information that you may need.

For quick reference, the Board's Code of Conduct, Dress Code, and Harassment Policy are provided on the pages that follow.

10 WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CODE OF CONDUCT: RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, AND CIVIL BEHAVIOR

Rationale: Schools have three primary responsibilities. The first responsibility is to foster academic achievement. The second responsibility is to create and maintain a school environment that is safe, orderly, and conducive to teaching and learning. The third responsibility is to promote and support positive community values and standards such as civility, respect for others and self, citizenship, academic integrity, and other constructive character traits and behaviors among adults and students in the school community. Without these values and standards, traits and behaviors, a school’s climate inevitably deteriorates and teaching and learning is nega- tively impacted. Furthermore, students become deficient in the tools that are critical for functioning successfully in community life, regardless of how proficient they are academically.

The purpose of the Code of Conduct, which applies during the school day and also applies to all school-sponsored activities whether on or off school property is to provide a framework that will guide staff, students, and parents in promoting excellent behavior among all members of our school community, and create a safe, civil, and nurturing climate in which teaching and learning can take place.

Code of Conduct: The WCPS code of conduct is guided by six standards. These standards are based on the Josephson Institute of Ethics Character Counts pillars: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. All members of our school community – students, parents, educators, administrators, and support staff – are to be aware of the requirements of the Code of Conduct and are to align their behavior with these standards while they are in school or while engaged in school-related activities.

Respect • I will respect myself and treat others as I want to be treated. • I will speak to others in a polite and courteous manner. • I will respect diversity. • I will solve problems and express myself toward others in a non-violent manner. • I will be considerate of others’ space and property. • I will behave in a way that helps others and me to learn. • I will take pride in my school and community by treating school facilities and materials with care.

Responsibility • I will attend school regularly and on time. • I will actively participate in my own education and growth. • I will put forth my best effort. • I will follow established school codes and community rules. • I will be accountable for my behavior. • I will accept the consequences of my actions. • I will encourage others to obey school rules and follow the code of conduct. • I will report any activity that will be harmful to others.

Trustworthiness • I will be honorable in my words and actions. • I will be honest and tell the truth. • I will keep my word and do what I say.

11 Fairness • I will treat all people fairly, equitably, and justly. • I will consider others’ perspectives. • I will be understanding of different opinions. • I will make decisions without favoritism or prejudice.

Caring • I will be sensitive to the needs of others. • I will be kind and considerate. • I will help people in need. • I will show compassion, concern, and caring.

Citizenship • I will comply with authority and the law. • I will serve as a model for high standards of behavior. • I will cooperate to make my school a safe place to learn. • I will make choices that will improve my school and community. • I will help create a school atmosphere free from bullying, intimidation, and harassment.

Legal Reference: Annotated Code of Maryland Education Article 7-306 – Each county board shall adopt regulations designed to create and maintain within the schools under its jurisdiction the atmosphere of order and discipline necessary for effective learning.

12 SYSTEM-WIDE DRESS CODE POLICY

DRESS CODE The dress code shall apply to all school activities during the traditional instructional school day. Exceptions for legitimate reasons, such as a medical condition or religious practice, as well as for specialized classes or activities, will be considered and can be granted by the school administration on a case-by-case basis.

The school administration reserves the right to approve or disapprove any items not addressed in this policy. Decisions to approve or disapprove items will be based on the goal of providing a safe and orderly environment for the education of all students.

Head Coverings Head coverings are acceptable if worn in accordance with a sincerely held religious belief system. Head coverings may also be worn for medical reasons.

Other headwear may not be worn in the school building. The following are some examples of prohibited headwear: • hats • visors • sunglasses

Headbands (including bandanas folded as headbands of less than 2 inches in width), scrunches, etc., that are used to hold hair in place and do not cover the entire head are permitted.

Clothing Tops must be worn in such a manner so as to: • cover the entire back • cover the midriff area • not be see-through • fit modestly and cover cleavage and chest • cover undergarments

Sleeveless tops must have two shoulder straps worn on the top of the shoulders and cover all undergarments. Tops must also be worn to: • cover the entire torso of the body, where torso is defined as the area of the body from hips to underarms • cover cleavage and chest, fit modestly • cover the back so as to go no lower than the area where a conventional bra is worn on a female or the mid- point on the shoulder blades of a male • traditional sleeveless undershirts, muscle shirts, or T-back shirts are not acceptable tops under this policy

Skirts and dresses must be worn modestly and cover all undergarments when sitting or standing.

Shorts must be modest and hang at or near mid-thigh when standing. Shorts must be worn in a manner which covers all undergarments, whether sitting or standing.

All other pants (bottoms) must be worn in such a manner as to: • cover undergarments at all times • not be excessively long so as to drag on the floor • not be excessively baggy or worn on the hip in a manner which exposes undergarments or flesh normally covered by undergarments • yoga pants (exercise type pants that are not see-through), in a narrow or flair leg, are acceptable • leggings may only be worn in conjunction with another dress • code-appropriate dress or bottom (leggings are defined as a sheer or slightly sheer material)

13 Shoes must be worn at all times. Shoes must fit to allow safe movement and be appropriate to school activities.

Coats and heavy jackets are not to be worn during the school day and should be stored appropriately. • Light, form-fitting jackets such as: sweat jackets, hoodies, and windbreakers are not considered coats or heavy jackets and are, therefore, acceptable.

Jewelry and Accessories Jewelry or accessories which can be used as or perceived to be a weapon or threat to others are a safety hazard and are prohibited.

Language, Symbols, and Messages Words or symbols deemed to be inappropriate for the school setting such as: rude, disrespectful, or discourteous expressions which are inconsistent with civil discourse and behavior, or which may substantially disrupt or materially interfere with the educational setting are expressly prohibited on student apparel and person. Student appearance and apparel must not show any reference to or inference to: • profanity • drugs, alcohol, or tobacco • violence • suggestive, sexual messages • language or symbols that offend, demean, or promote hatred toward an identifiable person or group

Section D also applies to body art, whether permanent or temporary. Body art which violates the regulation must be completely covered during the traditional school day or at any district sponsored or sanctioned event.

Consequences for Violation of the Dress Code First Offense – Discussion of violation(s) and review of student handbook will take place with student. Student will be required to adjust or change clothes. It is expected that the first offense conference will prevent any further infractions.

Subsequent Offenses – Discipline procedures as described in the Board of Education Discipline Policy and Procedures will be followed (Policy JG & Administrative Regulation JG-R).

14 HARASSMENT POLICY

WCPS seeks to maintain an environment that is safe for all members of the school community. School safety is of the highest priority in schools. An essential element of safe schools is ensuring all children feel accepted and comfortable in their schools.

Four anti-bullying school rules:

• I will not bully others. • I will help students who are bullied. • I will include students who are left out. • If I know that somebody is being bullied, I will tell an adult at school and an adult at home.

Bullying, harassment, or intimidation of any individual, by any person or group of people, will not be tolerated in Washington County Public Schools because these behaviors compromise the learning environment and well-being of students. Bullying, harassment, or intimidation of any person on school property or at school- sponsored functions, or by the use of electronic technology, at a public school is prohibited. The Board of Edu- cation prohibits reprisal or retaliation against students who report acts of bullying, harassment, or intimidation, or those who are victims, witnesses, or bystanders, with reliable information about an act of bullying, harassment, or intimidation.

WCPS students whose behavior is alleged to be in violation of this policy will be subject to an investigation which may result in disciplinary action including suspension and expulsion.

Bullying, harassment, or intimidation means purposeful conduct, including verbal, physical, or written or intentional electronic communication that creates a hostile educational environment by interfering with a student’s educational benefits, opportunities, performance, or with a student’s physical or psychological well-being and is:

• motivated by an actual or perceived personal characteristic including, race, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry, physical attributes, socioeconomic status, famil- ial status, or physical or mental ability or disability; or,

• threatening or intimidating; and,

• occurs on school property, at a school activity, or on a school bus; or,

• disrupts the orderly operation of a school or students’ educational program.

Electronic communication - a communication transmitted by means of an electronic device, including, but not limited to, a telephone, cellular phone, computer, or pager. The acts of cyberbullying and sexting outside of school that cause a disruption in the school day, may result in school disciplinary action.

Bullying - purposeful behaviors, actions, words or pictures used to create a hostile environment that interferes with others’ ability to participate in educational programs or activities.

Hostile environment - a negative (real or perceived) learning environment that is verified or documented.

Interfering - having a direct effect on students’ physical, educational, and/or social well being.

Intimidating - intentional actions that threaten and induce a sense of fear and/or inferiority which adversely af- fects the student’s ability to participate in or benefit from educational programs or activities.

A bystander is a person or persons who have direct knowledge or witness an alleged event and/or actions.

15 Behavioral examples that are not tolerated include, but are not limited to, the following: • Physical aggression such as hitting, kicking, shoving, spitting, hair pulling, or throwing things resulting from bullying, harassment, or intimidation • Encouraging or influencing another person to hit or harm a student • Teasing, name-calling, making critical remarks, or threatening, in person or by other means • Demeaning or derogatory jokes • Making rude and/or threatening gestures • Excluding or rejecting a student by another student or group of students as a means of creating a hostile environment that is verified or documented through investigation • Intimidating (bullying), extorting, or exploiting • Spreading harmful rumors or gossip • Hazing

Sexual Harassment The Washington County Board of Education encourages and expects an atmosphere free of discrimination and sexual harassment and one that is conducive to high quality performance in the school setting. The Board of Education prohibits sexual harassment of, or by, employees and students.

“Sexual harassment” is defined as: (1) unwelcomed, inappropriate sexual advances or requests for sexual favors, (2) verbal or physical conduct/behavior of a sexual nature, (3) verbal or physical conduct/behavior of a sexual nature that is a form of intimidation, hostile or offensive to the educational environment, and (4) adverse actions against a student as a result of the rejection of, reaction to, or filing of a harassment complaint.

Some examples of sexual conduct may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Sexual advances • Verbal comments, jokes, name-calling, or slurs of a sexual nature • Touching of a sexual nature • Graffiti of a sexual nature • Displaying or distributing sexually explicit drawings, pictures, or written materials • Sexual gestures • Sexual or “dirty” jokes • Pressure for sexual favors • Touching oneself sexually or talking about one’s sexual activity in front of others • Spreading rumors about or rating another’s sexual activity or performance

Reporting acts of bullying, harassment, or intimidation WCPS, in conjunction with the Maryland State Department of Education, is committed to eliminating incidences of bullying and harassment in schools. To address this issue, WCPS has adopted a procedure for parents and students to report incidences of bullying and harassment. A student who wishes to report an incident of bullying, harassment, or intimidation (including sexual harassment) should report the incident to any appropriate staff member and/or administrator. If a student expresses a desire to discuss an incident of bullying, harassment, or intimidation with a staff member, the staff member will make an effort to provide the student with a practical, safe, private, and age- appropriate way of doing so.

16 Students may also request a green bullying reporting form from any school counselor.

If the problem is brought to the attention of an adult other than the principal or the principal’s designee, that adult shall assist the individual in bringing the problem to the attention of the principal or the principal’s designee.

If a school system employee observes or otherwise becomes aware of an incident that appears to constitute bullying, harassment, or intimidation, the employee shall immediately report this information to the principal or the principal’s designee.

An allegation of bullying, harassment, or intimidation made against the principal or building administrator should be reported to the Human Resources Department at the WCPS Central Office.

The school system takes seriously any allegations of bullying, harassment, or intimidation and will fully and promptly investigate such allegations. However, if it is determined that an individual has intentionally made a false accusation, that person will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.

Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation Reporting Forms may be obtained in the school’s main (front) office, counselor’s office, or other locations determined by the school. The forms may be submitted by a student, parent, close adult relative, or staff member to school administration. A student may request assistance from a staff member to complete the form if the student wishes.

Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation Reporting Forms may also be obtained electronically from the school system’s website and may be submitted by a student, parent or guardian, close relative, or staff member to school administration.

Direct communication with school administrators, school counselors, or teachers remains an appropriate avenue for parents or children to report incidences of harassment and intimidation, in addition to use of the reporting form.

WCPS considers harassment and bullying a serious offense and will not tolerate such conduct. Parent and student involvement in reporting incidences of harassment and bullying will support the efforts of the WCPS staff to address this intolerable behavior. For additional information concerning this matter, please contact your child’s school counselor, school administrator, or the Office of School Counseling at 301-766-2966.

Procedures for the prompt investigation of acts of bullying, harassment, or intimidation All reports must be written using the Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation Reporting Form, which can be found at any school or on the WCPS website. After receipt of a reporting form, the principal or the principal’s designee will promptly investigate the allegation, consistent with due process rights, using the Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation Incident Investigation Form within two school days or as timely as possible for school administration. Based on the school administrator’s findings, appropriate actions will be taken to address the allegations.

The principal or the principal’s designee will determine whether bullying, harassment, or intimidation actually occurred by taking steps to verify who committed the alleged act and whether others played a role in perpetuat- ing this act. Other related complaints, if any, will be reviewed in making this determination.

Neither a victim(s) nor a witness(es) should be assured of confidentiality at the onset of an investigation. It can- not be predicted what will be discovered or if a hearing may result from the ultimate outcome of the investigation. Any information discussed and recorded will be confined to a need-to-know status.

The principal or the principal’s designee will immediately notify parents of the victim and offender of the incident.

The principal or the principal’s designee will apply consequences and/or remedial actions consistent with due process rights. The offender will be informed that retaliation against a victim or bystander is strictly prohibited and that progressive consequences will occur if the activity continues.

17 Separate conferences with the victim and offender will occur within two weeks after the investigation to determine whether the bullying, harassment, or intimidation has continued and whether additional consequences need to be implemented. These conferences may occur as part of the counseling intervention. Another follow- up conference or conversation will be held with the victim four weeks after the initial follow-up conference to determine if the bullying, harassment, or intimidation has ceased. The principal or the principal’s designee will determine which school staff will conduct the conferences. Both forms are then forwarded to the counseling office at the Center for Education Services.

Some acts of bullying, harassment, or intimidation could also be delinquent acts. If they are delinquent acts, they shall be promptly reported to the responsible law enforcement agency according to the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.08.01.15.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prevents the disclosure of student record information, including all disciplinary records, to anyone other than the student, parent, or legal guardian.

Gangs and Gang-Related Activities In conjunction with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) adopted a gang policy during the 2011-2012 school year that prohibits gang activity and similar destructive or illegal group behavior on school property, school buses, or at school-sponsored functions.

A “criminal gang” is defined as a group or association of three or more persons whose members: 1. Individually or collectively engage in a pattern of criminal gang activity. 2. Have as one of their primary objectives or activities the commission of one or more underlying crimes, including acts by juveniles that would be underlying crimes if committed by adults. 3. Have in common an overt or covert organizational or command structure.

A “pattern of criminal gang activity” means the commission of, attempted commission of, conspiracy to com- mit, or solicitation to two or more underlying crimes or acts by a juvenile that would be an underlying crime if committed by an adult.

WCPS is committed to addressing and reducing gang activities that potentially disrupt the school climate and interfere with student learning. All WCPS employees are required to report any incidences of suspected gang activity or destructive or illegal group behavior to the principal or, in the absence of the principal, to the school security coordinator.

WCPS has adopted procedures for stakeholders to report gangs and gang-related activities. Gang-Related Incident Reporting Forms are available in the guidance and administrative offices of each school for parents, students, and staff members. Gang-Related Incident Reporting Forms may also be obtained electronically from the school system’s website or the individual school’s website. Individuals reporting incidences should submit the completed form to the principal or school security coordinator. Upon receipt of a Gang-Related Inci- dent Report, the principal or designee and the school security coordinator shall initiate an investigation. If the report is of a high level of severity, (criminal activity, imminent danger or disruption), every effort will be made to initiate the investigation within 24 hours after receipt of the written report.

WCPS considers gangs and gang-related activity a serious matter and will not allow its presence on school property. Your involvement in reporting gangs and gang-related behavior will support the efforts of WCPS of- ficials to address this issue. If you have additional questions concerning this matter, please contact your child’s guidance counselor, school administrator, or the WCPS Safety and Security/Risk Manager, at 301-766-8757.

Reportable Offense Notification Maryland Code – EDUCATION TITLE 7 – PUBLIC SCHOOLS Subtitle 3 – Section 7-703

18 Arrest for Reportable Offense: The police are required to notify Washington County Public Schools when a juvenile commits a crime listed as a Reportable Offense. The information will be used to provide appropriate educational programming and related services to the student and to maintain a safe and secure school environment for students and school personnel.

19 PART 3

Classroom Management

IDEAS FOR EFFECTIVE CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

Teaching Process

 Maintain an orderly and structured learning environment where students are productively engaged in the learning process.

 Follow lesson plans as the classroom teacher has outlined them.

 Use textbooks, course of study and other instructional materials that have been approved by the school board.

 Personal, religious and/or political viewpoints should not be promoted.

 Positively reinforce good behavior and student successes in the classroom.

Use eight steps in planning a basic lesson:

1. Anticipatory Set Get their attention. Trial practice. Readiness for the lesson.

2. Lesson objective and its purpose What they should accomplish. Why it's important to the students.

3. Instructional Input Provide the necessary student information.

4. Modeling Show examples as you explain.

5. Checking for understanding Questions for individual and/or group responses.

6. Guided practice Teachers check for errors.

7. Independent practice Students can perform without major errors or need for teachers. Then homework can be assigned and students become accountable.

8. Closure Students can review and summarize new materials/experiences.

20 Substitute teachers should apply effective teaching strategies in the teaching-learning process:

Transfer - using what we learn before 1. Making sure students have learned the basic information well before adding new things (degree of original learning). 2. Be aware of the meanings. Students may apply to the new information (association). 3. Teach students new things by using feeling, information or methods that are familiar (similarity). 4. Teach students to pick out clues or essential consistent parts of the information (critical elements).

Retention - remembering what is learned 1. Teach by relating things to student's lives and experiences (meaning). 2. Teach so that students can use what they have learned before (transfer). 3. Being pleasant is best. Sometimes an unpleasant tone is useful (feeling tone - verbal/nonverbal). 4. When teaching new materials • Demonstrate clearly what students must do. • Provide concentrated practice. • Plan short meaningful practice periods. • Check for success and meaning (schedule of practice). 5. When reviewing materials • Space the practice. • Have short meaningful periods. • Check for success and meaning (schedule of practice). 6. Make sure students have learned the basic information well (degree of original learning).

As a substitute teacher you are expected to do your part in supporting the seven correlates of effective schools:

1. Maintain a safe and orderly environment Security, no fears of physical harm; task oriented, not rigid; business-like, not oppressive.

2. Set a climate of high expectations for success All students can learn; Teachers can teach all students.

3. Provide strong instructional leadership Effective/persistent communication of the school's mission to all; Instruction (teaching and learning) is priority.

4. Clear and focused mission Clearly articulated and shared commitment/understanding including priorities, measurement, account- ability; staff accepts responsibility.

5. Opportunities to learn and student time on task Time for instruction, teacher directed and planned teaching and learning.

6. Frequent monitoring of student progress Informal and formal, with results used to improve individual achievements and for program adjustments, on-going.

7. Positive home-school relations Parent support plays a role in the school accomplishing its mission.

21 As a substitute teacher you want to reinforce positive and desirable student behaviors:

1. Positive Reinforcement Anything needed or desired by the student–praise, rewards; the behavior is maintained or strengthened.

2. Extinction When behavior is ignored, it tapers off or is not repeated.

3. Negative Reinforcement Something that is not needed or desired by the student; verbal or nonverbal ''no'', the behavior is usually stopped quickly.

4. Schedule of Reinforcement Regular schedule of reward or praise every time. Intermittent schedule of reward with longer periods in- between desired behaviors.

As a substitute teacher you want to motivate students:

1. Raise the level of concern - Putting the right amount of pressure on the student.

2. Use feeling tone - Being pleasant is best. Sometimes unpleasant tone is useful. Verbal and nonverbal.

3. Promote success - Assigning tasks that students can do but require some effort.

4. Use interest - Relating content to the students; novelty.

5. Provide knowledge of results - Telling students how they are doing and what more they can do.

Suggestions for when lesson plans are not available There will be times when you will be faced with unclear lesson plans or with no plans at all. Similarly, there may be occasions when the proposed materials may be too difficult to cover adequately without preparation. Following are some suggestions for handling the situation:

1. Check with the office to see if the regular teacher has left instructions there. At the secondary schools, check the department office if there are no plans left in the room.

2. Try to maintain a continuity of lessons by referring back to the last completed day in the lesson plan book if one is available. Try to provide a reasonable follow-up to the previous lesson.

3. Younger students are sometimes upset by a departure from regular routine. Try to maintain their regular schedules as much as possible but let them know that something will be done differently that day. Ask for their cooperation and help them to understand that you need to organize your work lesson in your own way.

4. Accumulate your own materials (a "survival kit") including materials such as educational games, word puzzles, creative writing exercises, additional reading, math worksheets and other general assignments.

22 DISCIPLINE

Observing the principals of good classroom management As a substitute teacher you are responsible for the safety and welfare of the students assigned to you.

Be aware that each school and classroom will have discipline procedures specific to it. Learn to know what these are and follow them. An excellent source for school rules is the school's handbook. Check with the office secretary for a copy.

Have a progressive discipline plan. Some basic suggestions are:

1. Make students aware of rules, expectations, and consequences.

2. Use nonverbal and verbal warnings.

3. Assign consequences, i.e., loss of partial recess or demerits, depending on school's discipline plan.

4. Isolate students within room.

5. Seek help from administration if students become unmanageable or dangerous to self and/or others.

6. Students should be supervised at all times.

AT NO TIME SHOULD A SUBSTITUTE PLACE THEIR HANDS ON A STUDENT FOR DISCIPLINE PURPOSES. A SUBSTITUTE MUST REPORT ANY AND ALL INSTANCES OF PHYSICAL CONTACT OR RESTRAINT TO THE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR.

23 WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT SUBSTITUTE TEACHER EVALUATION FORM

Name of Substitute ______Name of School Administrator ______School ______Grade and/or Subject ______

Per Board Policy, the evaluation of substitute teachers is a continuous, cooperative, and constructive process, which involves the substitute, the classroom teacher, and the school administrator.

We do not require a substitute evaluation form for each substitute working in your building. However, in order to ensure that the highest quality and most highly qualified substitutes are consistently available for Washington County Public Schools, school based administrators are asked to take a few minutes to complete and send this form after:  You have had a substitute working in your school for the first time;  When there are examples of outstanding or notable performance; and/or  When there are situations of concern or poor performance.

The areas for evaluation are modeled after the Framework for Teaching. Your feedback on these areas will help us to provide more accurate recommendations to other administrators and to ensure issues of poor performance are addressed quickly.

Please complete the questions below and send to Pam Thrailkill at [email protected] within 2 work days of the substitute’s assignment in your school.

Distinguished Proficient Basic Ineffective Creates an Environment of Respect and Rapport (Domain II) Manages Student Behavior (Domain II) Communicates with Students (Domain III) Engages Students in Learning (Domain III) Demonstrates Flexibility and Responsiveness (Domain III) Shows Professionalism (Domain III)

Other comments:

It is critical that Human Resources receive these evaluations regardless of the substitute’s performance.

Recommendation: please check all that apply. □ I recommend that this substitute teacher be kept on the approved substitute list for the school listed above. □ I do not recommend that this substitute teacher be kept on the approved substitute list for the school listed above. □ I have discussed this evaluation with the substitute and have given suggestions for growth and improvement. 24 BREAK IN SERVICE 1. If you have a break in service, you must complete the entire application packet for substitute teaching if you wish to substitute. You will also be required to attend a Substitute Orientation/Training session.

2. Inactive substitute teaching files are retained for a period of three years.

DO NOT USE LISTS Schools have the right to place your name on their Do Not Use List. They can do so for the following reasons:

• Frequent cancellations, tardiness, and not showing up for an assignment.

• Not following the teacher's lesson plans.

• Inability to successfully manage the classroom.

• Not being flexible during planning times.

• Unprofessional behavior, i.e., rudeness, poor attitude, inappropriate dress, inability to relate to staff and students.

In the event of being placed on a Do Not Use List, you will receive written notification from the Department of Human Resources. Each negative evaluation is assessed on an individual basis. A substitute can be removed from the Washington County Public School's approved substitute list for a single incident based on its severity. Any substitute that has been placed on the Do Not Use List for three or more schools may automatically be removed from the WCPS substitute list.

PREFERRED LISTS Schools may maintain separate lists of preferred substitutes. These substitutes are contacted first unless a teacher specifies that a particular substitute is to get the first call. The computer system then calls other substitutes whose location and subject preferences match the assignment. Schools review and update their preferred lists throughout the school year.

MARKETING YOURSELF You may wish to search for available jobs, or you may wait for the Absence Management system to call you regarding a substitute position. Searching for available jobs will help you schedule work in advance.

Express your interest with the schools you would like to work. You can notify the schools by leaving a business card or note with the school secretary.

After substituting in a particular school several times, ask the office staff to consider including your name on the preferred substitute list. By having your name on this list, your chance of getting calls from the automated system for that school increases dramatically.

Do your best at each substitute assignment. Satisfied teachers will recommend you to their co-workers and friends!

25 Successful Substitutes

The following suggestions come from successful substitutes. They apply across grade levels and subjects.

• Arrive at the school with sufficient time to organize your materials and familiarize yourself with local school rules, bell times, and procedures.

• Take advantage of available school resources, starting with the office. Check with administrators, counselors, and secretaries to get any general information you will need to know that day.

• Greet students warmly as they arrive.

• Make sure to locate class seating chart(s) as soon as possible. If you are not sure how to pronounce a name, spell the child's name and ask the student to pronounce it. Use the seating chart to call on students.

• While you should typically find a well-planned lesson available, it is always a good idea to have supplemental plans handy in case the teacher's plans do not cover the time allotted for class. Your plans should be generic and deal with appropriate subject matter.

• Expect the unexpected. Be ready for contingent action. Stay in control.

• Resource teachers are excellent sources to review your plans, make suggestions, and give you ideas. Please ask for their support if needed.

• Allow yourself plenty of time to go over the lesson plans before the students arrive. Use bookmarks to make sure you know which book to use and which page to turn to.

• The media specialist can answer questions about the relevance of materials or can show you what is available related to your lesson plan.

• Be flexible, expect the unexpected, and demonstrate a sense of humor.

• Leave a note for the teacher regarding the day's activities.

PART 4

Contacts / Paydates / Calendar Information

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27 NOTICE REGARDING PAYDAYS

Payday will be every other Friday, even if Central Office is closed on that day.The only exception to this will be when payday falls on a banking holiday, as explained below.

Friday Payday If a Friday payday falls on a banking holiday, WCPS will pay on Thursday. However, if Friday payday falls on a regularly scheduled day off, but not a banking holiday, payday will remain that particular Friday. In such cases, those employees with direct deposit will have their accounts credited on payday, and those employees who receive an actual check will have it mailed the day before to the home address on record. Direct deposit notices will be distributed the next business day that schools and Central Office are open.

Inclement Weather If schools are closed due to inclement weather on a Friday payday, direct deposit accounts will be credited on that same day. Central Office employees who receive an actual paycheck or wishto receive a direct deposit notice will be able to do so as soon as Payroll staff arrives. School based employees will be able to pick up checks at the Central Office between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., provided an acceptable picture ID is presented. Checks not picked up by 2:00 p.m. will be distributed the next business day.

Complete Policy For a copy of the complete policy regarding paydays, please refer to Board Policy DKA, "Payroll Procedures," which can be found on "BoardDocs" under the section entitled "Elected Board of Ed." on WCPS' website at wcpsmd.com.

Questions If you want to set up direct deposit to avoid possible mail delays and take advantage of other conveniences, forms are available in the schools or from Accounting or Human Resources in the Central Office. Further questions regarding the change in paydays should be directed toDavid Brandenburg, Director of Accounting, at [email protected].

2019-2020 TIME SCHEDULE

2019-2020 2019-2020 Doors SCHOOL Student Day Length of Day Open Antietam Academy 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 6 hours 8:45 a.m. Barbara Ingram School for the Arts 9:05 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 7 hours, 20 minutes 8:30 a.m. Bester Elem. 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:30 a.m. Boonsboro Elem. 7:55 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:30 a.m. Boonsboro Middle 8:45 a.m. - 3:28 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 8:15 a.m. Boonsboro High 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 8:30 a.m. Cascade Elem. 7:55 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:35 a.m. Clear Spring Elem. 7:55 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:35 a.m. Clear Spring Middle 8:40 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 50 minutes 8:15 a.m. Clear Spring High 8:42 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 48 minutes 7:30 a.m. Eastern Elem. 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:45 a.m. E. R. Hicks Middle 7:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 7:10 a.m. EK. Doub Elem. 8:10 a.m. - 2:40 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:50 a.m. Fountain Rock Elem. 7:35 a.m. - 2:05 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:10 a.m. Fountaindale Elem. 7:35 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. 6 hours, 40 minutes 7:15 a.m. Funkstown Primary. 8:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. 6 hours, 50 minutes 8:00 a.m. Greenbrier Elem. 7:55 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. 6 hours, 35 minutes 7:30 a.m. Hancock Elem. 7:40 a.m. - 2:10 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:15 a.m. Hancock Middle/High 8:33 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 57 minutes 8:20 a.m. Hickory Elem. 8:25 a.m. - 2:55 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:00 a.m. Jonathan Hager Elem. 7:35 a.m. - 2:05 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:15 a.m. Lincolnshire Elem. 8:20 a.m. - 2:55 p.m. 6 hours, 35 minutes 7:55 a.m. Marshall Street School/JDC 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:15 a.m. Maugansville Elem. 8:20 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:50 a.m. North Hagerstown High 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 8:20 a.m. Northern Middle 7:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 7:15 a.m. Old Forge Elem. 7:50 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:30 a.m. Pangborn Elem. 8:25 a.m. - 2:55 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:00 a.m. Paramount Elem. 8:20 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:50 a.m. Pleasant Valley Elem. 7:40 a.m. - 2:10 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:15 a.m. Potomac Heights Elem. 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:00 a.m. Rockland Woods Elem. 7:35 a.m. - 2:05 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:15 a.m. Ruth Ann Monroe Primary 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:45 a.m. Salem Avenue Elem. 8:55 a.m. - 3:25 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:30 a.m. Sharpsburg Elem. 7:45 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:25 a.m. Smithsburg Elem. 7:55 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 7:30 a.m. Smithsburg Middle 8:40 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 50 minutes 8:25 a.m. Smithsburg High 8:40 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 50 minutes 8:15 a.m. South Hagerstown High 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 8:30 a.m. Springfield Middle 7:35 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 7:25 a.m. Wash. Co. Technical High 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 6 hours 8:45 a.m. Western Heights Middle 7:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. 6 hours, 50 minutes 7:15 a.m. Williamsport Elem. 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 6 hours, 30 minutes 8:00 a.m. Williamsport High 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 6 hours, 45 minutes 8:00 a.m.

L:\Bell Times\Student Length of Day 17-18 .docx (revised RAS 8/18) 29 WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CONTACT LIST LOCATION/SCHOOL PHONE MAILING ADDRESS Evening High 301-766-8447 1151 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 W. C. Family Center 301-791-4002 1151 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Antietam Academy 301-766-8447 1151 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Barbara Ingram School for the Arts 301-766-8840 7-11 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Bester Elementary 301-766-8001 30 E Memorial Blvd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Boonsboro Elementary 301-766-8013 5 Campus Ave, Boonsboro, MD 21713 Boonsboro Middle 301-766-8038 1 J-H Wade Dr, Boonsboro, MD 21713 Boonsboro High 301-766-8022 10 Campus Ave, Boonsboro, MD 21713 Cascade Elementary 301-766-8066 14519 Pennersville Rd, Cascade, MD 21719 Clear Spring Elementary 301-766-8074 12627 Broadfording Rd, Clear Spring, MD 21722 Clear Spring Middle 301-766-8094 12628 Broadfording Rd, Clear Spring, MD 21722 Clear Spring High 301-766-8082 12630 Broadfording Rd, Clear Spring, MD 21722 E. Russell Hicks Middle 301-766-8110 1321 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Eastern Elementary 301-766-8122 1320 Yale Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Emma K. Doub Elementary 301-766-8130 1221 S Potomac St, Hag, MD 21740 Fairview Outdoor Center 301-766-8138 12808 Draper Rd, Clear Spring, MD 21722 Fountaindale Elementary 301-766-8156 901 Northern Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21742 Fountain Rock Elementary 301-766-8146 17145 Lappans Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Funkstown Elementary 301-766-8162 3 Funkstown Rd, Hag, MD 21740 Greenbrier Elementary 301-766-8170 21222 San Mar Rd, Boonsboro, MD 21713 Hancock Elementary 301-766-8178 290 W Main St, Hancock, MD 21750 Hancock Middle/Senior High 301-766-8186 289 W Main St, Hancock, MD 21750 Hickory Elementary 301-766-8198 11101 Hickory School Rd, Williamsport, MD 21795 Jonathan Hager Elementary 301-766-8440 12615 Sedgwick Way, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Lincolnshire Elementary 301-766-8206 17545 Lincolnshire Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Marshall Street School 301-766-8214 1350 Marshall St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Maugansville Elementary 301-766-8230 18023 Maugans Ave, Maugansville, MD 21767 North Hagerstown High 301-766-8238 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21742 Northern Middle 301-766-8258 701 Northern Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21742 Old Forge Elementary 301-766-8273 21615 Old Forge Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21742 Pangborn Elementary 301-766-8282 195 Pangborn Blvd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Paramount Elementary 301-766-8289 19410 Longmeadow Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21742 Pleasant Valley Elementary 301-766-8297 1707 Rohrersville Rd, Knoxville, MD 21758 Potomac Heights Elementary 301-766-8305 301 E Magnolia Ave, Hagerstown, MD 21742 Rockland Woods Elementary 301-766-8485 18201 Rockland Dr, Hagerstown, MD 212740 Ruth Ann Monroe Primary 301-766-8668 1311 Yale Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Salem Avenue Elementary 301-766-8313 1323 Salem Ave, Ext Hagerstown, Md 21740 Sharpsburg Elementary 301-766-8321 17525 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg, MD 21782 Smithsburg Elementary 301-766-8329 67 N Main St, Smithsburg, MD 21783 Smithsburg Middle 301-766-8353 68 N Main St, Smithsburg, MD 21783 Smithsburg High 301-766-8337 66 N Main St, Smithsburg, MD 21783 South Hagerstown High 301-766-8369 1101 S Potomac St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Springfield Middle 301-766-8389 334 Sunset Ave, Williamsport, MD 21795 W. C. Job Development Center 301-766-8451 1350 Marshall St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 W. C. Technical High 301-766-8050 50 W Oak Rdige Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Western Heights Middle 301-766-8403 1300 Marshall St, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Williamsport Elementary 301-766-8415 1 S Clifton Dr, Williamsport, MD 21795 Williamsport High 301-766-8423 5 S Clifton Dr, Williamsport, MD 21795

30 WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2019-2020 Academic Year Calendar

SUMMER: 1: New Year's Holiday Schools & Center for Education JULY 2019 (Schools & CES Closed) JANUARY 2020 Services (CES) Closed Fridays S M T W T F S 20: Martin Luther King's Birthday S M T W T F S 4: Independence Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Schools & CES Closed) 1 2 3 4 (Schools & CES Closed) 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 30: End of Second Marking Period 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 (47 Days) 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 31: Professional Learning Day 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 for Teachers (No Students)** 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 28 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 31 Teachers: 21 Students: 20

SUMMER: 17: Presidents' Day Schools & CES Closed Fridays AUGUST 2019 (Schools & CES Closed)** FEBRUARY 2020 through August 16 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 19-22: New Teacher Induction Days 1 2 3 1 23: Identified Non-Work, Non-Paid Day 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 (Schools & CES Closed) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 26-30: Professional Learning Days for Teachers (No Students) 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Teachers: 5 Students: 0 Teachers: 19 Students: 19

2: Labor Day (Schools & CES Closed) SEPTEMBER 2019 MARCH 2020 3: School Begins for Students S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 31 Teachers: 20 Students: 20 Teachers: 22 Students: 22

18: Association Day 8: End of Third Marking Period (Schools & CES Closed) OCTOBER 2019 (47 Days) APRIL 2020 S M T W T F S 9: Professional Learning Day for S M T W T F S Teachers (No Students)** 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 10: Spring Break 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (Schools & CES Closed) 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13: Spring Break 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 (Schools & CES Closed)** 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28: Primary Election Day 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Professional Learning Day for 27 28 29 30 31 Teachers (No Students) 26 27 28 29 30 Teachers: 22 Students: 22 Teachers: 20 Students: 18

7: End of First Marking Period 25: Memorial Day (47 Days) NOVEMBER 2019 (Schools & CES Closed) MAY 2020 8: Professional Learning Day S M T W T F S S M T W T F S for Teachers (No Students) 1 2 1 2 27: No Teachers & No Students 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 (11, 12 Month Employees Work)** 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 28-29: Thanksgiving Break 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 (Schools & CES Closed) 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Teachers: 18 Students: 17 31 Teachers: 20 Students: 20

23: Identified Non-Work, 2-5: Evening Graduations Non-Paid Day DECEMBER 2019 15: Last Day for Students - JUNE 2020 (Schools & CES Closed) S M T W T F S • Assuming 4 Inclement S M T W T F S Weather Days 24-27: Winter Break 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Schools & CES Closed) • 2 /2 Hour Early Dismissal 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 • End of Fourth Marking Period 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 30-31: Winter Break (43 Days including (Schools & CES Closed) 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 4 Inclement Weather Days) 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 16: Last Day for Teachers 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 • Assuming 4 Inclement 29 30 31 Weather Days 28 29 30 • Professional Learning Day Teachers: 15 Students: 15 for Teachers Teachers: 12 Students: 11

Schools/CES Closed End of Marking Period Professional Learning Day 2½Hour Early Dismissal New Teacher Induction Day No Teachers/Students *IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Board of Education reserves the right to extend the school year or to modify the school calendar in the event that makeup days are not sufficient to meet the 180-day requirement for students by the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR 13A.02.01.04 – Length of the School Year) and the 190-day requirement for teachers by Negotiated Agreement (Article 7.2-Work Year). The school year may be extended through June 22, 2020, and/or other modifications to the school calendar may also be necessary for students and teachers. **Additional make-up days could include, but not be limited to, November 27, January 31, February 17, April 9, and April 13. BOE Approved 1/8/19 31