Open-Enrollment Charter Contract Renewal Petition

Attachment A

OPEN-ENROLLMENT CHARTER CONTRACT RENEWAL PETITION

Section I. Current Information in Charter School Tracking System

Charter Holder Name: TEXAS SERENITY ACADEMY

Charter School Name: TEXAS SERENITY ACADEMY

MissionNision: To establish an educational program for “At-Risk “ and multicultural population of youth that will provide them with educational, intellectual, emotional, and social growth in a therapeutic environment, that will equip them with a mastery of academic skills and strong, positive moral values so that they will become well rounded, productive citizens with a desire for life-long learning in this a continually expanding global, technological society. The vision of the TSACSis to provide the most appropriate and effective educational program possible for youth that attend our school.

Charter School County/District #: 170-801

Generation: 03

Maximum Approved Enrollment: 1000

Grades Approved: K,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,GED

Campuses: 1

170801003 TEXAS SERENITYACADEMY 8500 SWEETWATERLN HOUSTON,TX77037 Grade Levels CurrentlyServed: KG,0102,03,04,05,06,07,08

Geographical Boundary: The original charter application and amendment history reflects that the following district(s) comprise the charter school’s geographic boundary: ALDINEISD MONTGOMERYISD CONROE ISD NEW CANEY ISD DALLAS ISD NORTH FOREST ISD GALENAPARK ISD SHELDON ISD HOUSTON ISD SPLENDORA ISD HUMBLEISD SPRING ISD KLEINISD WILLISISD MAGNOLIAISD SECTION Texas Web Telephone E-mail Fax Contact Telephone E-mail Fax The Board application application Telephone Superintendent’s E-mail Fax -. Serenity Number: Number: Number: persons Address: ‘‘fly Address: Chair’s Address: Address: Name: Academy- — will Number: Number: Number: sections. listed Name: — be public Name: ——.— below 170801

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Departmen’ AP/ARJPayroIl Larnetta Stewart SECTION Texas C. A. B. Chapter requires Please available If If Specify establish Serenity If the the “yes” be (‘ (‘No (‘Yes school • • school • • • • • • • • • • • • 100.) • the the admission corporate management articles charter charter charter charter approved approved geographic grade relocation maximum the aware Not Acadèñiy- was spaces, Beginning a JMaylst commissioner educational reasonable plcbe(because applicable period utilizes admits indicated levels, that of school campus holder holder describe sites, campus(es), incorporation, bylaws, policy, enrollment, of during 1 any boundaries, of a 7O801

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SECTION which admission. conducted. application oversubscribed D. admission G. E. enrolling. be F. information H. The to all file school All First • becomes by shot • Surv Education ISA Withdrawal If lithe State Describe If required be current the student the and re-enrollment come, the records,. given applications , Registrar’s by school . contact the school Copy open. school the Furthermore, ication students Re process), first applications deadline. priority the TECI required procedures to Form seventh Approximate of has provide served that to information lithe does Parent/Guardian office. Form, §12.117, utilizes process from publish for a are were of parent. describe separate for parent day not notification otrecent most re-enrollment given

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H. Information that an applicant must provide in order to be considered for admission Texas Serenity Academy:

. TSA Admissions Application Form

TSA Board Policy Exhibit: ADMISSIONS POLICY

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I. The charter holder certifies that the non-discrimination statement required by TEC,§12.111 (a)(5) is printed in the school’s (5mission policy. TEC,§12.111 (a)(5) requires that a charter school’s admission policy include a statement that the school will •,ot discriminate in admissions based on gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, academic, artistic, or athletic ability, or the district the child would otherwise attend.

( Yes (‘No

i. Does the admission policy either require or permit the school to exclude from admission all students with documented histories of a criminal offense, a juvenile court adjudication, or discipline problems under TEC Chapter 37, Subchapter A as authorized by TEC,§ 12.111 (a)(5)(B)?

(i’Yes(The school excludes such students or reserves the right to exclude such students from admissions.) C No (The school does not deny admission to such students based on their documented histories of rnisconduct.)

Submit

• A current copy of the admission policy that incorporates the information provided in the above answers to questions A through H and any other relevant information (Attachment 3);

• A blank copy of the current admission application, i.e., the information requested when the student first seeks admission (Attachment 4); and

• A blank copy of the current enrollment form(s), i.e., the information required once an applicant has been offered admission and is registering for enrollment (Attachment 5)

Texas Serenity Academy - 170801 Page 13 of 21 SECTIONVI:SpecIa Education Assurances charter holder certifies it has policies and procedures in place that ensure implementation of all federal laws and )ilations, Texas laws, State Board of Education (SBOE) and commissioner of education rules related to students with Ccsabilities and further certifies any future amendments to the laws, regulations, and rules will be incorporated and implemented.

, Sig’lture of Charter llder BoardChair Date (Mustsignin’hlueink)

I t%A( Printed Name of Charte older BoardChair ______

If the charter school is not currently approved to serve students at residential facilities, do not provide a signature and indicate N/A on the signature line.

If operating a charter school campus on the site of a residential facility (RF)or serving students residing in or receiving services from an RE,the charter holder chair certifies by signing the assurance that:

Compliance with Special Education Requirements: The charter holder assures that it will comply with all of the requirements for the provision of educational services to students with disabilities as mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, as amended, the Texas Education Code, and federal and state special education regulations. The charter holder acknowledges that state and federal special education requirements require, among other things, it provide a free and appropriate public education (FAPE)in the least restrictive environment (LRE)to students with disabilities residing in RFs. The charter holder further assures that it will provide, or seek the provision of, a EAPEto students with disabilities, which may require it to contract with outside service providers or another local educational agency to provide necessary services and supports to students with disabilities.

Geographic Boundaries: The charter holder assures that it will accept students who reside in the school district(s) that are within each campus’s geographic boundaries rgardless of the presence or absence of a disability or admission to or participation in an REprogram.

Admissions Criteria: The charter holder assures that its admissions criteria will not be based on the presence or the absence of a disability; or on gender; national origin; ethnicity; religion; academic; artistic or athletic ability; or the home district the child would otherwise attend. chool Choice: The charter holder assures that parents/legal guardians (or adult students) will be advised that they may choose to enroll their child in either the charter school or the local public school district and that the elected choice will be documented in writing and filed for purposes of review or audit by the Texas Education Agency (TEA),an external auditor, or another entity.

Residential Facilities Monitoring (RFM) System: The charter holder assures that it understands that, pursuant to 19 (TAC) §97.1072, there is a specific system for monitoring school districts and charter schools serving students with disabilities who reside in RFs. The charter holder further assures that it understands it will be required to report data related to students with disabilities residing in REs in TEA’sdata collection system known as RF Tracker and it may be subject to REM intervention activities and on-site visits based upon a review of the data reported on a random selection or other means of selection.

Training: The charter holder assures that all personnel involved with serving students with disabilities residing in a RE and personnel involved with reporting data in RF Tracker will receive training on the REMsystem. Please contact your regional Educational Service Center for information regarding the required REMsystem training.

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Texas Education Code, Chapter 29, Subchapter B, TEC§12.104(b)(2)(G), and 19 TAC§5c89.1201-89.1265 requite charter schools to identify limited English proficient students based on state criteria and to provide an appropriate bilingual education or English as a second language program conducted by teachers certified for such courses.

A. The charter holder certifies it has policies and procedures in place to ensure it complies with the legal and regulatory requirements concerning identifying and providing appropriate educational services to limited English proficient students.

(‘No

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C.§794, prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in any program receiving federal financial assistance. A recipient that operates a public education program or activity shall provide a free, appropriate public education to qualified individuals.

B. The charter holder certifies it has policies and procedures in place to ensure it complies with the legal and regulatory requirements concerning identifying and providing appropriate educational services to students protected by Section 504.

(‘No

Texas Education Code §38.003, TEC12.104(b)(2)(K), 19 TAC74.28 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,29 U.S.C. §794, require charter schools to identify students with dyslexia or related disorders and to provide appropriate educational services.

C. The charter holder certifies it has policies and procedures in place to ensure it complies with the legal and regulatory requirements concerning identifying and providing appropriate educational services to students with dyslexia or related disorders.

(‘No

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TEC Record in and for §37.007(a); any in all officers a capacity position employees, of or 1 in the an he ; a [SECTIONxgCertlfkáfeof AckñówlàddmEint This section requires at least a majority of the governing body of the charter holder to certify it has had an opportunity to ew the completed renewal application and has authorized, during an open meeting, submission of the application to the ómmissioner of education for consideration of renewal of the charter.

CERTIFICATEOFACKNOWLEDGEMENT The undersigned members of the governing body of the charter holder hereby acknowledge that they have had an opportunity to review the completed renewal application and have authorized its submission, during an open meeting, to the commissioner of education for consideration of the renewal of the charter:

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INTRODUCTION

The Model Board Policies for Charter Schools is a series of publications by the Texas Charter Schools Association (TCSA).These publications are an educational tool for charter school leaders to aid in the operation and management of open-enrollment charter schools in Texas. Overall Policy Framework Each module in the Board PolicySeries provides a summary of federal and state statutes, regulations, and related materials applicable to open-enrollment charter schools. Citations to these materials are provided throughout the module and many contain a hyperlink so the actual statutory or regulatory provision can be accessed on the Internet. The summary is designated bythe LEGALAUTHORITYtab on the right edge of each page.

After the LEGALAUTHORITYportion of the module are suggested model policies designed to comply with current statutory and regulatory requirements described in the summaries. These policies are designated bythe red CHARTERBOARDPOLICYtab on the right edge of each page.

These are suggested policies to address the requirements set forth in this Module. Prior to adoption of the model policies by the Board of a charter school, each policyshould be customized by including the school’s name and by tailoring the language, if appropriate, to fit the specific needs, culture and requirements of the school. TCSArecommends that the Board of a charter school consult with and obtain the advice of the school’s legal counsel in connection with adopting policies to comply with laws governing charter schools.

TCSAplans to update the Model Board Policies for Charter Schools after each Texas Legislative Session to reflect changes in applicable laws and regulations. We encourage you to renew your subscription to the policyseries after each update to ensure that your school has the most recent laws and regulations.

Scope of Service & Copyright Notice This policy module prepared by the TCSAis designed and intended as a resource of information for charter schools and is not to be construed as legal advice. It should be used in connection with consulting and obtaining the advice of the school’s legal counsel to ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements.

This policy module and all updates are copyrighted publications of the TCSA.Allrights are reserved and will be enforced to the fullest extent of the law. The policy modules are for the sole use of the purchaser. Duplication and distribution in whole or in part are prohibited unless otherwise specifically authorized in writing by TCSA.Inquires should be directed to TCSA,700 Lavaca, Suite 930, Austin, TX78701.

For questions concerning the Model Board Policies for Charter Schools contact:

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Module 400: Students 2012 The Students Module 400, is the fourth module of the Model Board Policies. The material included in this module provides a comprehensive summary of statutes and regulations that apply to charter schools, as well as specific model board policies designed to comply with these legal requirements. Other policy modules in the series include:

Module 100: Financial Operations

Module 200: Charter School Governance & Organization

Module 300: General School Operations

Module 500: Open Government

Module 600: Human Resources

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C.F.R Code of Federal Regulations

Tex. Admin. Code Texas Administrative Code

Tex. Educ. Code Texas Education Code

Tex. Gov’t Code Texas Government Code

Tex. Labor Code Texas Labor Code

Tex. Loc. Gov’t Code Texas Local Government Code

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400.020. ADMISSIONS & ENROLLMENT The governing body (“Board”) of Texas Serenity Academy adopts the following policy which shall be effective on the date that the policy is adopted by the Board.

SECTION 1. Admissions

Section 1.1. Non-Discrimination Policy. Texas Serenity Academy ‘s admissions and enrollment shall be free from discrimination based on sex, national origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, academic, artistic, athletic ability, or the district the child would otherwise attend understate law.

Section 1.2. Admission Aorlication Deadline. Texas Serenity Academy’s admission

application period is from May I — April30.

tion 1.3. Non-resident Transfer Students. St o reside outside Texas Serenity ca dmitted once all eligible resident st o submitted a timely application are enrolled.

ection 1.4. Exclusion from Admission. Texas Serenity Academy reserves the right to exclude from admission a student who has a documented history of a criminal offense, a juvenile court adjudication, or discipline problems under the Education Code, Chapter 37, Subchapter A.

Section 2. Enrollment

Section 2.1. Eligibility. The Superintendent or designee, shall establish procedures that ensure that appropriate measures are taken to verify, on enrollment, that a

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student is entitled to enroll in Texas Serenity Academy. Areas to be verified include, but are not limited to, a student’s residency and grade level.

Section 2.2. Enrollment Documentation. Upon a student’s enrollment, the Superintendent or designee shall ensure that a bona fide effort is made to secure all records and required documentation pertaining to the student.

Section 2.3. Establishing Identification. Any of the following documents are acceptable for proof of identification and age: birth certificate; driver’s license; passport; school IDcard, records, or report card; military ID;hospital birth record; adoption records; church baptismal record; or any other legal document that establishes identity.

Sari,ple admission form is providedat the end of the 400 policymodule as an exhibiti TCSA LOCAL

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400.040. ATTENDANCE The governing body (‘Board”) of Texas Serenity Academy adopts the following policywhich shall be effective on the date that the policy is adopted bythe Board.

Section 1. Compliance The Superintendent or designee shall ensure Texas Serenity Academy’s student attendance accounting system is in compliance with all laws, regulations, and Texas Education Agency rules governing attendance. The Superintendent, shall ensure that attendance policies are distributed to staff, students, and parents/guardians.

Section 2. Documented Absences

Section 2.1. Leaving Camtus DuringSchool Hours. Astudent younger than 18 years old must have prior, written parent or guardian approval, before that student may leave the school campus during school hours.

Section 2.2. Absences. Astudent absent from school for any portion of the day, upon his or her return, must provide a written note to the school that explains the absence. The note must either be signed by a parent, guardian, or the student ifthe student is 18 years old or emancipated.

Section 3. Warning Notice The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that at the beginning of each school year the parents of students of Texas Serenity Academy receive notice that they and the student is subject to prosecution for violation of attendance laws.

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400.060. FERPA The governing body (“Board”) of Texas Serenity Academy adopts the following policywhich shall be effective on the date that the policy is adopted bythe Board.

Section 1. Compliance In regards to student records, Texas Serenity Academy shall comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”).

Section 2. Custodian of Records The Superintendent is designated the custodian of all student records. The Principal of each school is designated as an agent of the Superintendent for the purposes of the receipt of requests concerning the disclosure of student records.

Section 3. Annual Notice The Superintendent shall ensure that all parents of students currently in attendance and current students who have reached 18 years of age annually receive a notice of their rights under FERPA.

Section 4. Directory Information

Section 4.1. Definition. Directory information is the following: (1)student’s name, (2) address, (3) telephone number, (4) date and place of birth, (5) photograph, (6) electronic mail address, (7) participation in officiallyrecognized activities and sports, (8) weight and height of members of athletic teams, (9) dates of attendance, (10) awards received, (11) the most recent school attended by the student, (12) grade level, (13) enrollment status, (14) and other similar information.

Section 4.2. Disclosure. Directory information willbe released to the public at the discretion of Texas Serenity Academy, in compliance with FERPA,unless a parent or student over 17 years old objects to part or all of its release in writing within 10 school days after receiving the annual notice described in Section 3 of this policy. Written objections shall be collected and maintained by the principal. TCSALOCAU

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NOTIFICATIONOF RIGHTSUNDER FERPA FOR ELEMENTARYANDSECONDARYSCHOOLS The Family Educational Rights and PrivacyAct (FERPA)affords parents and students who are 18 years of age or older (“eligiblestudents”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days after the day the [Name of school (“School”)]receives a request for access.

Parents or eligible students should submit to the school principal [or appropriate school official]a written request that identifies the records they wish to inspect. The school official willmake arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent, or eligible student, believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA.

Parents or eligible students who wish to ask the [School] to amend a record should write the school principal [or appropriate school official], clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it should be changed. lithe school decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the school willnotifythe parent or eligible student of the decision and of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures willbe provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to provide written consent before the school discloses personally identifiable information (P11)from the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. Aschool official is a person employed by the school as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel) or a person serving on the school board. Aschool official also may include a volunteer or contractor outside of the school who performs an institutional service of function for which the school would otherwise use its own employees and who is under the direct control of the school with respect to the use and maintenance of P11from education records, such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist; a parent or student volunteering to serve on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee; or a parent, student, or other volunteer assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. Aschool official has a legitimate educational interest ifthe official needs to review an education record in order to fulfillhis or her professional responsibility. TCSALOCAL. TCSA

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such as the State educational agency in the patent or eligible student’s State (SEA). Disclosures under this provision may be made, subject to the requirements of §99.35, in connection with an audit or evaluation of Federal- or State-supported education programs, or for the enforcement of or compliance with Federal legal requirements that relate to those programs. These entities may make further disclosures of P11to outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized representatives to conduct any audit, evaluation, or enforcement or compliance activity on their behalf. (99.3I(a)(3) and 99.35)

• In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or which the student has received, if the information is necessary to determine eligibilityfor the aid, determine the amount of the aid, determine the conditions of the aid, or enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. (99.31(a)(4))

• ToState and local officials or authorities to whom information is specifically allowed to be reported or disclosed by a State statute that concerns the juvenile justice system and the system’s ability to effectively serve, prior to adjudication, the student whose records were released, subject to §99.33. (99.31(a)(5))

• To organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the school, in order to: (a) develop, validate, or administer predictive tests; (b) administer student aid programs; or (c) improve instruction. (99.31(a)(6))

• To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. (99.31(a)(7))

• To parents of an eligible student if the student is a dependent for IRStax purposes. (99.31(a)(8))

• To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. (99.3I(a)(9))

• To appropriate officials in connection with a health or safety emergency, subject to §99.36. (99.31(a)(1O)

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400.080. REQUIREDINSTRUCTIONAND GRADUATION The governing body (“Board”) of Texas Serenity Academy adopts the following policy which shall be effective on the date that the policy is adopted bythe Board.

Section 1. Compliance The Superintendent shall ensure that Texas Serenity Academy maintains compliance with all state laws and regulations governing curriculum and graduation requirements.

Section 2. End-of-Course Assessments

Section 2.3. Students with Disabilities. The admission, review, and dismissal committee shall determine the type of assessment to be administered to a student receiving special education services.

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400.100. IDEAPOLICIES & PROCEDURES

Section 1. Legal Framework It is the policy of Texas Serenity Academy to follow the Legal Framework for the child Centered Process developed through the Region 18 Education Service Center. Additional policies may be adopted by the governing board to evidence Texas Serenity Academy s commitment to the framework and uploaded to Region 18’s Legal Framework website.

Section 2. Regular Education Teacher IEP Review Request The Superintendent or designee, shall develop a process to be used by a teacher who instructs a student with a disability in a regular classroom setting: (1) to request a review of the student’s individualized education program; (2) that provides for a timely response from Texas Serenity Academy to the teacher’s request; and (3) that provides for notification to the student’s parent or legal guardian of that response.

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400.120. HEALTH The governing body (“Board”) of Texas Serenity Academy adopts the following policy which shall be effective on the date that the policy is adopted bythe Board.

Section 1. Immunizations & Reportable Diseases The Superintendent or designee of Texas Serenity Academy shall ensure compliance with immunization laws and regulations and that Texas Serenity Academy complies with laws and regulations regarding reportable diseases.

Section 2. Care for Students At-Risk for Anaphylaxis

Section 2.1. Food Allergy Management in the School Setting.

a. Food AllergyManagement Team. The Superintendent or designee shall create a food allergy management team to implement, coordinate, and monitor food allergy management at each Texas Serenity Academy campus. Members of the team may include: a school nurse, the principal, food service staff, custodial staff, a counselor, classroom teacher, and bus driver. The food allergy management team willwork with parents in supporting students with food allergies on the campus as well as assist campus staff in implementing procedures and student specific strategies.

b. Point of Contact. The Superintendent shall designate an employee, which is knowledgeable about food allergies, to serve as the point of contact for parents, healthcare providers, and the campus food allergy management team. The designee shall receive ongoing training in the management of food allergies in the school setting, including the provision of administration of epinephrine. The Superintendent’s designee shall ensure that moderate to severe allergic reactions known to Texas Serenity Academy shall be documented and submitted in an annual report to the Superintendent; the SUperintendent shall present this report to the Board during the annual review of the policies and procedures concerning food allergies and anaphylaxis

c. Storage of Medications. The Superintendent or designee, shall develop procedures, in accordance with applicable laws, for the storage of medications that are relevant to food allergies and anaphylaxis.

Section 2.2. Identification of Students with Food AllergyAt-Riskfor Anaohylaxis. a. Food Allergy Information Upon Enrollment &After Diagnosis The Sunerintendent or designee shall develop, implement, and monitor standardized procedures that willbe utilized in obtaining information from a parent/legal guardian, as well as the child’s healthcare provider, upon registration and as soon as possible after a child is diagnosed with a food allergy that places them at risk for anaphylaxis. TCSALOCAU

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disclose whether their child has a food allergy or a severe food allergy that, in the judgment of the parent, or legal guardian, should be disclosed to Texas Serenity Academy to enable Texas Serenity Academy to take any necessary precautions regarding the child’s safety. Such information shall be kept confidentialaccordin to law and maintained in accordance with law. 1pprendix A in thel Guildelines for the Care of Students WithFood Allergies at Risk for Anaphylaxis for sample forms

b. Parent Consent. The Superintendent’s designee shall ensure Texas Serenity Academy documents and keep current parent consent for medication administrations (e.g. epinephringe)

c. Students Whose Disabilities Restrict Their Diets. The Stperintendent or designee shall develop procedures to ensure that a student receives substitutions or modifications in school meals whenever Texas Serenity academy receives a licensed physician’s assessment indicating that food substitutions or modifications must be made for a student because of food allergies that may result in severe, life-threatening fanaphytaxis) reactions. Texas Serenity Academy must receive a signed statement by a licensed physician that identified 1) the child’s disability; (2)Anexplanation of why the disability restricts the child’s diet; (3) the major life activity affected by the disability; and (4) the food or foods to be omitted from the child’s diet and the food or choice of foods that must be substituted.

Section 2.3: Food Allerv Action Plan, Emergency Care Plans, and Individualized Health Care Plans: a.Food AIlery Action Plan(FMP)/Emergencv Action Plan (EAP):The FMP/EAP, developed the healthcare provider in collaboration with the parents or legal guardinas provides information about the childn’s food allergy, outlines the care that the child will need in managing the food allergy, and outlines actions to be taken in case of an allergic reaction; NOTE:See Appendix Bin th1 Guidelines for the Care of Students with Food Allergs At Risk for A for forms. TCSAL0CAI.

b.lndividualized Healthcare Plan (IHP)& 504 Plans: The school nurse will utilize the FMP/EAP to develop and monitor an IHPwhich outlines day to daycare for managing the student’s food allergy. The school nurse may facilitate the process of implementing the FMP.EAPin coordination with the campus food allergy management team and the parents. Where legally required, the school willalso develop a 504 Plan to address the health and learning needs of the student. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure compliance with relevant disability laws.

Section 2.4. Reducinthe Risk of ExQosure in the School Setting.

a. Procedures. The food allergy management team shall develop procedures that outline district-wide, campus-wide, classroom-wide, and individual strategies that are to be utilized for managing students with food allergies at-risk for anaphylaxis. In developing these procedures, consideration shall be given in promoting safety in the followingareas, including, but not limited to: the cafeteria, all classrooms, hallways, common areas in the school, on the bus, and during all school-sponsored activities, including field trips, athletic events, on-campus, off-campus, and before and after school activities. The Superintendent’s designee, serving as the point of contact, working in collaboration with the campus food allergy management team, and parents may help in developing individual campus strategies to support students with food allergies at-risk for anaphylaxis.

b. Environmental Controls. The food allergy management team shall develop and implement appropriate environmental controls to help minimize the risk of exposure to a food allergen. Environmental controls include, but are not limited to, consideration of the following:

i. Identifying high-risk areas in the school and implementing strategies to limit exposure to food allergens and implementing general risk reduction strategies throughout the school and at school-sponsored activities. Students at-risk for anaphylaxis should not be excluded from the classroom activities based on their food allergies.

ii. Limiting,reducing, and/or eliminating food from the classroom(s) and other learning environments used by children with food allergies at-risk for anaphylaxis.

iii. Notifyingand educating school staff and parents of the need to limitfoods as needed on the campus, in the classroom, or at school sponsored activities.

iv. Developing procedures for the management of parent-provided classroom snacks as allowed by Texas statute, with consideration given to students with food allergies at-risk of anaphylaxis.

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attention to identified high-risk areas.

vi. Providing training to the school food service departments to reduce the risk of cross-contamination during food preparation and food service, as well as minimizing foods served in the cafeteria that may contain food allergens.

vii. Providing training on food allergy awareness to teachers, staff, and parents

viii. Posting of visual reminders promoting food allergy awareness

ix. Educating children about not trading or sharing food, snacks, drinks, or utensils

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x. Implementing hand washing protocols before and after meals. Hand washing should be done with soap and water, as hand sanitizers are not sufficient for removing allergens.

xi. Assign staff trained in the administration of epinephrine as monitors in the food service area, as appropriate.

xii. Provide ready access to epinephrine in an accessible, secure but unlocked area.

xiii.Consider risk reduction strategies for the school bus, during extracurricular activities, on field trips, during before-and after school activities, and at sporting events.

xiv. Reinforce rules and expectations about bullying, including bullyingof students with food allergies.

Section 2.5. Trainingfor School Staff on Anaphylaxis and Emergency Response.

a. TrainingSchedule. The Superintendent or designee, shall establish a training schedule that ensures that, at a minimum annually, all school staff is trained to recognize and manage a life threatening anaphylactic reaction. The training schedule may implement a tiered approach including an “awareness training” for all staff and a more “comprehensive training” for the campus food allergy management team and school staff members that willbe responsible for the care of individual students.

b. Awareness training. Awareness training is intended to give an overview of food allergies and anaphylaxis including the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction, as well as treatment of anaphylaxis. At a minimum the training must include information about the most common food allergens, the hazards related to the use of food for instructional purposes, and the importance of environmental controls in protecting the health of students at risk for food allergy related to anaphylaxis. Additionally,the training must provide information about how to respond when a child exhibits the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction to food, provide information on implementing the FAAP/EAP,including the skills needed in adminis tration of epinephrine, and notifying the local EMSutilizingthe school’s emergency response policy and procedures.

c. Comprehensive training. Comprehensive training, at a minimum, should include training on: identifying students at-risk for anaphylaxis and planning for students that do not have epineph rifle at school; the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis; implementing FAAP5/EAPs;the administration and storage of epinephrine; development and implementation of IHPs/504 Plans; communication procedures for initiating emergency protocols, including substitute staff; environmental control TCSALOCAL

measures, to reduce the risk of exposure to a food allergen, including safe food handling, hand washing, and cleaning procedures; working with local EMS;and post anaphylaxis debriefing and monitoring of the food allergy management plans on the campus.

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Section 2.6. Post-Anatjhylaxis Reaction Review In the event that a student has a moderate to severe reaction, to prepare for the child’s return to school, the Superintendent’s designee and the campus food allergy management team shall collaborate with the student’s parents in collecting and reviewing information and implementing the following activities in order to prepare for the child’s return to the classroom:

a. Identify, if possible, the source of allergen exposure and take steps to prevent future reactions.

b. Review accurate and updated information on the allergic reaction including any new medication(s) which would require new consent forms to be signed by the parents.

c. Identify and interview those who were involved in the emergency care of the student and those that witnessed the event.

d. Meet with school staff to review the implementation of procedures.

e. Ifthe allergic reaction is thought to be from food provided bythe school food service, work with the school food service department to ascertain what potential food item was served/consumed, how to reduce risk in the cafeteria by reviewing food labels, minimizing cross-contamination and other strategies.

f. Review of the FAAP/EAP,IHP,and/or 504 Plan and amend to address any changes that were made by the student’s healthcare provider.

g. Ifan epinephrine auto-injector was utilized during the reaction, ensure that the parent/guardian replaces it with a new one.

Section 2.7. Reviewof Policies & Procedures Policies and procedures associated with food allergies and anaphylaxis shall be reviewed and updated, when necessary, at least annually. The review shall include, but is not limited to, looking at the following information: the current science on management of food allergies in the school setting; a review of the school district’s annual incident report summaries; a review of current policies and procedures; and recommendations brought forth by the campus food allergy management team.

Section 3. Administration of Prescription Medication

Section 3.1. Written Request Required. Unless otherwise authorized bythis policy, employees, agents, and volunteers are prohibited from administering any medication to students, including vitamins and food supplements.

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guardian, or person having legal control of the student before prescription medication may be administered by an Texas Serenity Academy employee.

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Section 3.2. Authorized Emrloyees. Employees authorized by Texas Serenity Academy to administer prescription medication include:

• A registered nurse; • Principal Section 3.3. Prescrirtion Medication Dispenser. Employees authorized to administer pre scription medication to a student shall ensure that the medication is administered from either:

a. A container that appears to be in the original container and properly labeled; or

b. From a properly labeled unit dosage container filled by an authorized employee from a container described by Section 2.3(a).

Section 3.4. Self-Administration of Prescription Asthma or Anathylaxis Medicine. The principal of each campus shall ensure that a student with asthma or anaphylaxis may possess and self-administer prescription asthma or anaphylaxis medicine in accordance with legal requirements.

Section 4. Psychotropic Medication

Section 4.1. Employee Prohibition: An employee may not:

a. Recommend that a student use a psychotropic drug;

b. Suggest any particular diagnosis; or

c. Preclude a student from attending class or participating in a school related activity if the parent refuses to consent to the administration of a psychotropic drug to a student or to a psychiatric evaluation or examination of the student.

Section 4.2. Exceptions to Prohibition: Section 3.1 does not prevent an employee from:

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a. Making an appropriate referral under the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act;

b. Recommending that a child be evaluated by an appropriate medical practitioner if the employee is a registered nurse, advance nurse practitioner, physician, or certified/credentialed mental health professional

c. Discussing any aspect of a student’s behavior or academic progress with the student’s parent/guardian or another charter school employee.

Section 5. Prohibition of Tobacco and Alcohol Smoking, using tobacco products, and the use of alcoholic beverages at school-related or school-sanctioned activities, on or off school property, is strictly prohibited.

Texas Serenity Academy students are also prohibited from possessing tobacco products at a school-related or school-sanctioned activity, on or off school properly. The Superintendent shall ensure that this prohibition is enforced by school personnel.

Section 6. Posting of Steroid Notice The Superintenddent shall ensure that the legally required steroid notice shall be posted in a conspicuous location in the school gym or in each other place in a building where physical education classes are conducted. TCSA LOCAIJ

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400.140. STUDENTSAFETY The governing body (‘Board”) of Texas Serenity Academy adopts the following policy which shall be effective on the date that the policy is adopted bythe Board.

Section 1. Discipline

Section 1.1. Student Code of Conduct. The Board shall adopt a student code of conduct in accordance with law. Annually,the Board shall review the student code of conduct and make changes as necessary.

Section 1.2. Distribution of Code of Conduct. The Principal of the campus of Texas Serenity Academy shall ensure that the student code of conduct is distributed to each student at the beginning of the school year. Transfer students shall receive a student code of conduct upon enrollment.

Section 1.3. Students with Disabilities. The change in placement and/or any disciplinary action regarding a student with a disability, who needs or is believed to need special education and related services under the Individuals with Disabilities and Education Act, shall be in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

Section 2. Transfer Option for Victims of Violent Acts The Superintendent or designee shall develop local procedures allowing for the transfer of a student to attend a safe school if the student becomes a victim of a violent criminal offense while on a school campus or on any school property, or while attending a school-sponsored or school-related activity.

Section 3. Child Abuse

Section 3.1. Sexual Abuse of Children and Maltreatment of Children.

a. The Superintendent or designee shall develop and implement procedures detailing methods to increase staff, student, and parent awareness of the sexual abuse and other maltreatment of children, including prevention techniques and knowledge of likelywarning signs.

b. The Superintendent or designee shall be responsible for having a safety plan developed that details action that a child who is a victim of sexual abuse or other maltreatment should take to obtain assistance and intervention. This plan shall also provide for available counseling options

Section 3.2. Required Training.

a. As part of new employee orientation, educators, counselors, coaches, and other professional staff members shall receive training concerning prevention techniques for, and recognition of, sexual abuse and all other maltreatment of children. Atthe TCSALOCAL

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discretion of the Superintendent or designee , any charter school staff member may annually receive training in these areas.

b. The Superintendent or designee, shall ensure that training under this section shall comport with legally mandated criteria.

Section 3.3. Renorting Child Abuse.

ATexas Serenity Academy employee, volunteer, or agent that believes a child has been adversely affected by physical or mental abuse or neglect shall make a report within 48 hours of first suspecting such abuse or neglect. The report shall be made to law enforcement or the Department of Familyand Protective Services, Child Protective Services.

The Superintendent or designee, shall ensure notice of this requirement is disseminated to all employees, volunteers, and agents.

Section 4. School Visitors

Section 4.1. Visitors. The Superintendent shall ensure conspicuous signs are posted at each campus entrance requiring all visitors to sign-in at the school campus administrative office. Allvisitors must present a form of identification or at a minimum their name and date of birth. Allvisitors will be issued a photo id badge that is to be worn at all times while visiting the school campus. Upon their departure they must sign-out at the central administrative office and return the visitor’s badge.

A parent/legal guardian of a student enrolled at Superintendent, who has previously established with the school that they are the parent/guardian of the student, but does not provide identification or their name and date of birth at the time of the school visit, shall follow the policy outlined in Section 4.2(a) and (b).

Section 4.2. Registered Sex Offenders. Registered sex offenders are prohibited from entering school grounds.

a. Exception. A parent/guardian registered sex offender may enter school grounds for the following limited purposes:

i. Toattend a conference at the school with school personnel to discuss the academic and/or social progress of the parent/guardian’s child;

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ii. When the principal has requested the parent/guardian’s presence for any other reason concerning the parent/guardian’s child; or

iii. To pick up their child from school.

b. Requirements for the Exception to Apply:

i. The parent/guardian must notify the principal of the purpose of the visit and when the visit willoccur, including date and time, before the parent/guardian enters the school grounds.

ii. The principal shall notify the administrative offices of the parent/guardian’s intent to visit.

iii. The parent/guardian must check in at the campus administrative office upon arrival and departure from the school.

iv. The parent/guardian must remain under the direct supervision of staff at all times.

Section 4.3. Protective Orders. Texas Serenity Academy personnel shall comply with all legal restraining and protective orders pertaining to students enrolled in Texas Serenity Academy

SECTION5. Weapon and Concealed Handgun Prohibition

Section 5.1. Wearons Prohibited. Texas Serenity Academy prohibits the use or possession of any firearm, illegal knife, club, or other weapon while on the premises of the school or any school grounds or building in which a school activity is being conducted.

Section 5.2. Concealed Handgun Prohibition. Texas Serenity Academy gprohibits the use or possession of a concealed handgun on all Texas Serenity Academy campuses and property, even ifthe handgun is carried by a licensed handgun holder. The Superintendent shall ensure signs, containing the following language are conspicuously placed on school campuses and property: “Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by holder of license to carry a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (concealed handgun law), may not enter this property with a concealed handgun.” TCSALOCAL

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SECTION6. Protective Eye Industrial-quality, eye-protective devices, meeting the recommended guidelines adopted by the Texas Department of Health, shall be worn by all employees, students, and visitors participating in activities and programs that involve:

a. the use of hazardous chemicals;

b. the use of hot liquids or solids;

c. the use of molten materials;

d. performing grinding, chipping, or other hazardous activities where there is danger of flying particles;

e. milling,sawing, turning, shaping, cutting, or stamping of any solid materials’

1. heat treatment, tempering, or kilnfiring of any metal or other materials;

g. cutting, welding, or brazing operations;

h. the use of hazardous radiation, including the use of infrared and ultraviolet light or lasers;

i. repair or servicing of any vehicle; or

j. any process or activity in a vocational, art, industrial arts or science course or laboratory that might have a tendency to cause damage to the eyes.

SECTION8. Internet Use

SECTION8.1. Comiuter System Access Access to all of Texas Serenity Academy’s computers, computer networks, electronic mail, and the Internet is for educational and Texas Serenity Academy purposes. The Superintendent or designee shall require all users to agree in writing to comply with Texas Serenity Academy policies and procedures in regards to such access. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action.

SECTION8.2. Protection Measure The Superintendent, shall ensure that Texas Serenity Academy utilizes a filtering device or software that prevents any Texas Serenity Academy computer, and prevents Texas Serenity Academy ‘s Internet service, from accessing material that is obscene, child pornography, or harmful to minors.

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The Superintendent or designee, shall implement a safety plan that ensures:

a. Online activities of minors are monitored at the discretion of the Superintendent or Designee.

b. Students’ Internet access to inappropriate material is controlled;

c. Students’ safety is ensured when using electronic communication, including, but not limited to electronic mail, social networking sites, and chat rooms;

d. The prevention of unauthorized access, including hacking, and other unlawful activities;

e. The prevention of the unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal information regarding minors; and

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f. Students are educated about appropriate online behavior including interacting with other individuals on social networking websites and chat rooms, and cyber-bullying awareness and response..

SECTION 8.4. Monitored Computer Use The use of Texas Serenity Academy ‘s computers and/or Internet system is not confidential and may be monitored by designated Texas Serenity Academy personnel to ensure appropriate use.

Section 9. Prohibition Against Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying Texas Serenity Academy strives to provide students and staff with a school environment free from harassment, intimidation and bullying.

Section 9.1. Prohibition. Texas Serenity Academy explicitlyprohibits harassment, intimi dation, and/or bullyingon the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, and/or religion. Texas Serenity Academy prohibits harassment, intimidation, or bullying in any form at school, school-related events, including off-campus events, school- sponsored activities, school buses or any event related to school business.

Section 9.2. Definition. Harassment, intimidation, or bullyingmeans engaging in written or verbal expression, expression through electronic means, through the use of cell phones, or physical conduct that occurs on school property, at a school-sponsored or school-related activity, or in a vehicle operated by the school and that:

a. has the effect or willhave the effect of physically harming a student, damaging a student’s property, or placing a student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or of damage to the student’s property; or

b. is sufficiently severe, pervasive, or persistent enough that the action or threat creates an intimidating, threatening, or abusive educational environment for a student.

Section 9.3. Rerorting. Texas Serenity Academy encourages students who believe they are being subjected to harassment, intimidation, or bullyingand students who have first hand knowledge of such harassment, to report the matter promptly to any Texas Serenity Academy employee, adult volunteer, contractor, or agent who is not involved in the alleged harassment, intimidation or bullying.AnyTexas Serenity Academy employee, adult volunteer, contractor or agent who witnesses, overhears or receives a report, formal or informal, written or oral, of harassment, intimidation, or bullying shall report it in accordance with procedures developed under this policy.

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The Superintendent or designee, shall develop procedures to implement this policy that include:

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a. An absolute prohibition against harassment, intimidation, or bullying;

b. A method to ensure initial and annual dissemination of this policyand associated procedures to all students, parents, teachers, administrators and all other Texas Serenity Academy employees, volunteers, contractors, and agents;

c. Annuallydisseminating age-appropriate information to students on the recognition and prevention of harassment, intimidation, or bullying;

d. Annual staff development training in harassment, intimidation, and bullying prevention, awareness, and reporting.

e. Identification of school officials responsible for investigating reports and making decisions based on the outcome of the investigation;

f. Procedures for reporting incidents and the immediate, appropriate, and impartial investigation of incidents which includes:

i. conducting interviews of all students involved;

ii. conducting interviews of witnesses; and

iii. Investigating the circumstances of the incident, including events or incidents that preceded the incident;

g. Prompt notification of the parents of all students involved;

h. Procedures for resolving complaints that include proper application of conse quences consistent with Texas Serenity Academy policy and with consideration for state and federal IDEArequirements;

i. Procedures for parties to appeal the determination of the investigation;

j. Sets out available counseling options for a student who is a victim of harassment, intimidation, and/or bullying;and

k. Sets out available counseling options for a student who engaged in conduct that was harassing, intimidating, and/or bullying.

Ifan investigation reveals that harassment, intimidation, or bullyinghas occurred, the Superintendent or designee, must take prompt and effective steps reasonably calculated to end the harassment, eliminate any hostile environment and its effects, and prevent harassment from recurring. Anysteps taken to remediate the situation should not penalize the student who was harassed, intimidated, and/or bullied. TCSALOCAL

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Section 9.5. Conseguences. Any person found to have engaged in harassment, intimida tion, and/or bullying in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. Anystaff member who permits harassment, intimidation, or bullying of a student may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. Anystaff member who receives complaints of harassment, intimidation, and bullying and does not act promptly or does not forward the complaint to the staff member’s supervisor shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Section 9.6. Retaliation Prohibited. Texas Serenity Academy prohibits retaliation against any person who in good faith reports an act of harassment, intimidation, or bullying. The consequence and appropriate remedial action for a person who engages in retaliation shall be determined by the administrator after consideration of the nature and circumstances of the act, in accordance with Texas Serenity Academy policies and procedures. Individuals who intentionally fabricate allegations of harassment, intimidation or bullying may be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with Texas Serenity Academy policies and procedures. TCSALOCAU

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400.160. MISCELLANEOUSPROVISIONS RELATINGTO STUDENTS The governing body (“Board”) of Texas Serenity Academy adopts the following policy which shall be effective on the date that the policy is adopted by the Board.

Section 1. Religious Discrimination Prohibited Texas Serenity Academy prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of religion. Astudent enrolled at Texas Serenity Academy has the right to silently pray or meditate at Texas Serenity Academy so long as it does not disrupt the instructional or other activities of the school. Texas Serenity Academy shall not require, encourage, or coerce any student to engage in or to refrain from prayer or meditation during any school activity.

Section 2. Homeless Children

Section 2.1. Homeless Liaison. The Superintendent will annually appoint the homeless liaison of Texas Serenity Academy.

Section 2.2. Comrliance. The Superintendent shall ensure legal compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding homeless children.

Section 3. Parental Involvement

DISTRICTWIDE PARENTAL INVOLVEMENTPOLICY

PART I. GENERALEXPECTATIONS

Texas Serenity Academy agrees to implement the following statutory requirements:

• Texas Serenity Academy will put into operation programs, activities and procedures for the involvement of parents in all of its schools with Title I, Part A programs, consistent with section 1118 of the Elementary and Secondary tCSA LOCAL

Education Act (ESEA).Those programs, activities and procedures will be planned and operated with meaningful consultation with parents of participating children.

• Consistent with section 1118, Texas Serenity Academy willwork with its schools to ensure that the required school-level parental involvement policies meet the requirements of section 1118(b) of the ESEA,and each include, as a component, a school-parent compact consistent with section 1118(d) of the ESEA.

• Texas Serenity Academy willincorporate this district wide parental involvement policy into its LEAplan developed under section 1112 of the ESEA.

• In carrying out the Title I, Part A parental involvement requirements, to the extent practicable Texas Serenity Academy and its schools willprovide full opportunities for the participation of parents with limited English proficiency, parents with disabilities, and parents of migratory children, including providing information and school reports required under section 1111 of the ESEAin an understandable and uniform format and, including alternative formats upon request, and, to the extent practicable, in a language parents understand.

• lithe Texas Serenity Academy plan for Title I, Part A, developed under section 1112 of the ESEA,is not satisfactory to the parents of participating children, Texas Serenity Academy willsubmit any parent comments with the plan Texas Serenity Academy submits the plan to the Texas Education Agency.

o Texas Serenity Academy willinvolvethe parents of children served in Title I, Part Aschools in decisions about how the 1 percent of Title I, Part Afunds reserved for parental involvement is spent, and willensure that not less than 95 percent of the one percent reserved goes directly to the schools.

• Texas Serenity Academy willbe governed by the followingstatutory definition

of parental involvement, and expects that its Title Ischools willcarry out programs, activities and procedures in accordance with this definition:

Parental involvement means the participation of parents in regular, two-way, and meaningful communication involvingstudent academic learning and other school activities, including ensuring—

i. that parents play an integral role in assisting their child’s learning;

ii. that parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child’s education at school;

iii. that parents are full partners in their child’s education and are included, as appropriate, in decision-making and on advisory committees to assist in the education of their child; TCSALOCAU

iv. the carrying out of other activities, such as those described in section 1118 of the ESEA.

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4. Texas Serenity Academy willcoordinate and integrate parental involvement strategies in Part Awith parental involvement strategies under the following other programs: [Insert programs, such as: Head Start, Reading First, Early Reading First, Even Start, Parents As Teachers, Home Instruction Program for Preschool Youngsters, and State- operated preschool programs], by:

• TSAwillcoordinate with NeighborhoodCenters, Inc.(AUnitedWayAgency),HarrisCountyFree Summer Lunch Programs the Houston Area Charter School Association and community based Head Start programs byinvitingthese groups to attend the TSAPTOmeetings and present their programs and the services they offer. That will be an ongoing networking popportunityto keep parents engaged in Part A.

5. Texas Serenity Academy willtake the following actions to conduct, with the involvement of parents, an annual evaluation of the content and effectiveness of this parental involvement policy in improving the quality of its Title I, Part Aschools. The evaluation will include identifying barriers to greater participation by parents in parental involvement activities (with particular attention to parents who are economically disadvantaged, are disabled, have limited English proficiency, have limited literacy, or are of any racial or ethnic minority background). Texas Serenity Academy will use the findings of the evaluation about its parental involvement policy and activities to design strategies for more effective parental involvement, and to revise, if necessary (and with the involvement of parents) its parental involvement policies.

• The Director of Special Education willdevelop a written evaluation for parents to give feedback on the qualityof the TSATitle1.Part A school. The Director of Special Education along with the school Principal willsend out memorandums requesting a minimum of five parents to be involved in this process with at least half of the total participants being of different ethnicities. The school willtarget parents whose students are on free or reduced lunch to ensure that TSA will receive some participation from economically disadvantaged households. reduced lunch. • The Director of Special Education willconduct the evaluation two times during the school year. Each time willoccur either before or after a scheduled TSAPTAmeeting.

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6. Texas Serenity Academy will build the schools’ and parent’s capacity for strong parental involvement, in order to ensure effective involvement of parents and to support a partnership among the school involved, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement, through the following activities specifically described below:

a. Texas Serenity Academy will, with the assistance of its Title I, Part A schools, provide assistance to parents of children served by Texas Serenity Academy as appropriate, in understanding topics such as the following, by undertaking the actions described in this paragraph:

• the State’s academic content standards,

• the State’s student academic achievement standards,

• the State and local academic assessments including alternate assessments,

• the requirements of Part A,

• how to monitor their child’s progress, and

• how to work with educators:

• TSAwillencourage administrative and school instructional staff to attend the Texas Charter School Association, the National Charter School Association, Region IV,Region VIand TEAworkshops, conferences and classes that address issues of Title I, Part Aschools.

b. Texas Serenity Academy will, with the assistance of its schools, provide materials and training to help parents work with their children to improve their children’s academic achievement, such as literacy training, and using technology, as appropriate, to foster parental involvement, by:

• Offeringfree adult GEDprograms via the TSAACEEnrichment program to the family members of our students. • Offeringfree adult ESLclasses via the TSAACEEnrichment program to the family members of our students. • Offeringfree adult Computer Technology classes via the TSAACEEnrichment program to the family members of our students. • Offeringfree immigration classes on how to become a United States citizen via the ISA ACE Enrichment program to the family members of our students.

c. Texas Serenity Academy will, with the assistance of its schools and parents, educate its teachers, pupil services personnel, principals and other staff, in how to reach out to, communicate with, and work with parents as equal partners, in ICSA LOCAL

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the value and utility of contributions of parents, and in how to implement and coordinate parent programs and build ties between parents and schools, by:

• Allowingthe P10 to host a forum in which the TSAPrincipal, at least 2 TSA teachers and I ISA support staff willbe in attendance to help gather ideas about how to implement and coordinate parent programs and improve the connection between parents and the school.

d. Texas Serenity Academy will, to the extent feasible and appropriate, coordinate and integrate parental involvement programs and activities with Head Start, Reading First, Early Reading First, Even Start, Home Instruction Programs for Preschool Youngsters, the Parents as Teachers Program, and public preschool and other programs, and conduct other activities, such as parent resource centers, that encourage and support parents in more fully participating in the education of their children, by: • TSAwillhave one TSALead Teacher and the Principal rotate to attend one ACE Adult Evening Program every 6 weeks to be available to answer questions about their child’s academic progress. Beloware the followingadult programs in which the TSALead Teacher and the Principal willbe available to discuss their child’s progress: i. Offering free adult GEDprograms via the TSAACEEnrichment program to the family members of our students. ii. Offering free adult ESLclasses via the TSAACEEnrichment program to the family members of our students. iii. Offering free adult Computer Technology classes via the ISA ACE Enrichment program to the family members of our students. iv. Offering free immigration classes on how to become a UnitedStates citizen via the TSAACEEnrichment programto the familymembers of our students.

e. Texas Serenity Academy willtake the following actions to ensure that information related to the school and parent- programs, meetings, and other activities, is sent to the parents of participating children in an understandable and uniform format, including alternative formats upon request, and, to the extent practicable, in a language the parents can understand: • Allcorrespondences sent from the school to parents will be in both Spanish and English. • The TSAwebsite has English to Spanish application. • AllSchool Reach phone recordings are programmed in English and Spanish.

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PART III. ADOPTION

This District wide Parental Involvement Policy has been developed jointly with, and agreed on with, parents of children participating in Title I, Part A programs, as evidenced by

This policy was adopted by the Board of Directors of Texas Serenity Academy on August 27. 2024 and will be in effect for the period of time until the Board reconsiders and readopts another policy. Texas Serenity Academy will distribute this policy to all parents of participating Title I, Part Achildren each school year.

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1) 1 cita — ci nib recibirl consejeria, y cIpadre serf informado mcdiante una oota ci 2) 2a ta — ci nino es retirado de ciase,rcribil consejcria y sc hail uoa conferencia entre maestro y padre antea de que ci rdbo vuciva progr a; 3) 3a Falra\çi nibo es redrado dci programa. Habrin opcioncs disposriblespara preparac ci nib pars reingresar ci programa.

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Our program operates for well c dren and staff only. Children who are mildly ill (e.g.,minor cold symptoms) may remain at the campus only with an Administrator’s approval. Children diould be fully able to participate in all acdvitics, including outdoor play. Parents should provide appropriate changes of clothing so children do not becom either chilled or overheated. Light sweaters or jackets should also be made available.

Children with symptoms of communicabi disease remain with a staff member until the parent or designated ceprese’” I. We make every effort to reach the parents when a cH is dl, but after 30 rmnuccs we will call the emergency contact’ ce5 form. ncN Salud

Nuestro programa fiancsonasoiamcnte para ninos y picados sciudabi - -. intomas de resfnado menor) pueden permaneccr en ia cscucia soiamcnte con ia aprobariOn un admiistrac ..nente capaces dc paincipar en las acdvidades, inciuycndo juegos ci airellbre. Los padres deben provec ambios de top _.niosno llegucn a enfriarse o a calentarse dcmasiado. Sweteres ligeros o chaquetas deben estar disponibles.

Los nibos con sintomas de enfermedades Lransmmbicsperman crln con un empleado del Pro’ccto hasta quc ci padre o persona autorirada llegue a cecogerlos. Hacemos todo csfueno para comunicarnos con los p res, pcro deapufs de 30 minutos llamardmos a las personas que han sido llstadas como de emergenda en Ia fonmade registro dci esmdiante.

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PLEASE READ RELEASES

* I give permission to the program to transport my child in agency vans and/or staff-operated vehicles to and from our after-school site on special field trips (separately authorized by parent or guardian). I give my child permission to ride the City of Austin Capital Metro bus home or on study trips with bus passes ovided by the afterschool program.

* I understand and agree that neither the program nor its employees and volunteers are responsible or legally liable for any personal property losses or for any bodily injuries incurred and suffered by the child on any program property or in connection with any program activities. * give the afterschool staff permission to access school records (grades, attendance. behavior, etc) about my child to better serve his/her needs.

* I give the afterschool staff permission to release my child’s student # to AISD’s program providers for the purpose of assessingprogram effectiveness. Only group data (i.e. informationregarding grades, attendance, behavior, etc for all the students in the program) will be examined, no data specifically connected to your student will be identified.. * I understand that the records and information released under this consent will be kept confidential to the extent permitted by law and will be used for the purpose indicated. * understand that if my child is absent from the afterschoolprogram, I will receive a phone call noti’ing me of the absence unless I have already given notice that my child is not going to attend the program. * I understand that if I have any questions about these releases, I can ask my program coordinator. I AGREE TO THE ABOVE STATEMENTS

(signature)______(date)______

I will allow my child to be photographed and/or video taped while engaged in program activities and for thoe images to be used for publicity and/or recruitment purposes. YES_____ NO______

interested in volunteering with the afterschool program, either on the Advisory Council or in another pacity, such as teaching a class. YES NO

PLEASE READ AND INITIAL BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT POLICY Your child is expected to behave appropriately at all times and follow the rules of Texas Serenity Academy.

I underrtand that if my child does not follow tliCrui li ut lie will receive a verbal warning. i. utiuIi uicc ii LI1 r1i1UCt1tUI cUJ1L111UC, I wiii receive a pnone calf aout my cone. I understand that if the problem continues, my child will be dismissed from the program. I understand that fighting and/or inappropriate sexual behavior will result in immediate dismissal from the program.

DO YOU HAVE AN COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS?

AlL iNFORMTION IS C011’LPLETELYCONFIDENTIAL

I am the ajeiit or legal uarJia of minor naiied above and have ieai authority to execete tills CUnSdfl and telease. I T4TURE: DATE.: TffA11K }OLJ WETOOKOR WARDTO THIS jEAR!! - ,--——.-——— f

• AGE family Engaem ent Dear Parents,

The ace proc in will condnue to hold parent classes for the 2014-2015 class year We will offer GED classes,ESL (English) sses, Zurnba classes and host events throughout the year from medical stands to chrzenship classes.We also assist the FTC in organizing and strengthenmg parent involvement and fandralsing events.

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Page lof 16 Texas Serenity Academy Student Handbook

Mission Statement: The mission of T.S.A. is to provide an Exemplary education for all students by creating a safe learning Environment in a way that students can learn, be challenged and feel valued, so that their success produces respect, responsibility and productive citizens of our community.

Motto: Building Bridges

School Colors: Black and Gold

Mascot: Fighting Gladiators

We are extending a hardy welcome to you from Texas Serenity Academy. T.S.A. continues to be one of the top performing charter schools in the greater Houston area.

Page 2 of 16 We have great expectations from our students. Ours students will excel and prosper when both the teachers and parents work together as a team. This handbook has been written as a working document containing information about our school policies and procedures. Please read this handbook. Review it with your child. Ifyou have any questions regarding the content of this document, please give us a call at (281) 820-9540. Our goal is to be exceptional every day in the learning process for the 2015-2016 school year.

Open Door Policy T.S.A. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex or disability in providing educational services. Ifa child is experiencing learning difficulties, we have a referral program in place for screening and evaluating to determine if support services are needed. Students having difficulty in the regular classroom may be considered for tutorial, compensatory, and other support services that are available to students.

Your Involvement as a Parent A child’s education succeeds best when there is a strong partnership between home and school and a partnership that thrives on communication. You can reinforce the skills and objectives that have been introduced during the school day. Homework assignments are given during the regular school week. Homework assignments are given to reinforce the skills previously taught. You can help us by making sure that your child completes their homework. Behavior sheets go home regularly from your child’s teacher for grades Kindergarten through Fifth grade. Please look at your child’s take home folder and sign your initials at the bottom of the behavior sheet. Check over the work and make sure that the work is done neatly and ready for the teacher to review.

Attendance: Student Regular school attendance is necessary for the student to make the most of his/her education. The school day begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. It is the parent’s responsibility to make sure the child is attending school on a consistent daily basis.

Tardy: Parents are responsible for making sure that their child arrives to school on time. Students who are tardy to school must get a permit from the Registrars’ Office before entering the classroom. The principal or designee willschedule a conference with the parents of students who accumulate three (3) tardy marks.

A Texas Serenity Academy staff member will be calling daily to inquire as to why a student is absent for the day. Our school district willalso file truancy paper work with the Harris County Court System on those students who accumulate excessive absences during the desi -rkinq period. Students are expected to be in the classroom and in their as “ nf each school day. 4flproved Durj g Contjngen Process Page 3 of 16 Leaving Campus: To leave campus early, students must have a note from their parent/guardian. Students must bring all such notes to the Registrar in the front office before leaving campus. Students who return the same day must report immediately to the office, sign- in and receive a permit to class. The principal and/or the Clinic Coordinator must excuse students who leave school because of illness. Students who leave campus without permission willbe considered truant.

Absences: After being absent, students must bring in a written statement from home, signed by the parent or guardian, stating the date and the reason for the absence. The main office willfile the absence notices in the student’s permanent folder each marking period.

Make-up Work: Only the work missed for excused absences may be made up. Students have (3) school days to complete the assigned make-up work. The work must be completed within the (3) consecutive school days.

Parents/guardians must sign the student out personally in the attendance office before leaving the building with the student. T.S.A. operates on a closed campus system. This means that all students will remain on campus at lunch. Also, once on campus students will need authorization to leave. Once bus riders report to school they willalso need authorization to leave campus.

According to state policy on attendance, a student must attend school a required number of days in order to be promoted. If a student has more than the number of unexcused absentees allowed by the State of Texas then the student is automatically retained in their present grade.

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Page 4 of 16 BELL SCHEDULE

1ST Period 8:00 - 8:55

2ndPeriod 9:00 - 9:55

3Period 10:00-10:55

4thperlod 11:00-11:55

5thPeriod 12:30 - 1:25

6th Period 1:30 - 2:25

7th Period 2:30 - 3:15

Dismissal 5:00

Bell will ring at the beginning and ending of class periods.

Students have 5 minutes to change classes.

Tardy bell will ring between classes.

Lunch Schedules Kindergarten and 1stGrade 10:30-11:00

2nd -3 11:00 -11:30 4th...5th 11:30 -12:00 Middle School 12:00-12:30

Breakfast/Lunch Served in Cafeteria The District participates in the National School Lunch Program and offers students nutritionally balanced lunches daily. All students receive free meals which include breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks.

Page 5 of 16

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