Student/Parent Handbook

2017-2018

School mascot: Scott Stars School Colors: Blue and White Principal: Ryan McDougal Assistant Principal: Mary Baker

Address: 3000 13th Street office numbers Office number: 348-2200 absentee/fax #: 348-2230

“everyone a learner, everyone a leader, everyone a GENIUS” SECTION 1: GREETING FROM PRINCIPAL

Scott Families,

Welcome to the 2017-2018 school year. We are honored that you chose Scott Elementary School to educate your child. Our staff has been engaged in summer trainings to ensure we are using the most current and effective techniques in our classrooms. We have been planning, meeting in teams, and reading research in order to bring our best to your child in the coming school year. We have so much to be excited about.

This year we are focusing our efforts to personalize each student’s learning. Teachers will utilize a blended learning model in classrooms, which combines teacher led instruction, online content and small group instruction to ensure the success of all students. In addition, we will implement individual, class and school wide goals to motivate and inspire our entire campus to reach new heights. We will also continue to focus our efforts to provide a solid social and emotional foundation for our students, helping them self-manage and work productively with peers and adults.

We are also excited to continue using Reading Mastery Signature Edition for our core literacy program in kindergarten and first grade. This mastery based program will allow us to meet the needs of all our learners. Our teachers have been trained in this program and we will continue to receive training and coaching support throughout the year. In addition, we will be utilizing Wonders as our reading resource in all 2nd—5th Grade classrooms.

We are entering our second year as a Leader in Me school. We are looking forward to building leadership capacity in all of our students, staff and families. Teachers and students will be working together to grow as leaders. Please be on the lookout for opportunities to be involved in this initiative.

We are always continuing to refine and improve on the work we do. We will continue to find ways to make sure our school is a safe and welcoming place for all who walk through our doors. We will also continue to use data to improve achievement in all content areas and to help teachers make sound decisions in the classroom. We know that our partnership with you as parents and guardians is essential, so please feel free to stop by and visit with any member of our staff if you have any questions about your child’s experience here at Scott. We look forward to a great year.

Sincerely, Mr. Ryan W. McDougal Principal

2 SECTION 1: GREETING FROM DISTRICT 6

SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION AND VISION

MISSION Engage, Empower, Inspire District 6 provides every student with a personalized, well-rounded and excellent education in a safe, caring environment.

VISION District 6 educates today’s students in partnership with families and communities to succeed in tomorrow’s world.

VALUES & BELIEFS

 Our students come first  We know every child can achieve  We commit to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement  We ensure safe and healthy schools  We view diversity as an asset  We provide opportunity and choice  We partner with families and communities

GOALS

 Student Learning and Achievement  Strengthening Partnerships  Climate and Culture  Operational and Organizational Effectiveness

3 4 5 SECTION 2: TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1: GREETING Letter from Principal ...... 2 Greetings from District ...... 3 Innovation 2020 ...... 4 Innovation 2020 Spansh ...... 5 SECTION 2: TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 3: WELCOME TO OUR SCHOOL School Contact Information ...... 7 School Hours...... 7 Staff Listing ...... 8 2017 District Calendar ...... 9-10 2017 School Calendar ...... 12 Home/School Communication ...... 12 Parent-Teacher Conferences ...... 12 Homework Policy ...... 13 Make-Up Policy ...... 13 Field Trips ...... 13 Extended Day Programming ...... 14 Classroom Celebrations and Birthday Parties ...... 14 School Telephone ...... 14 Change of Address/Emergency Information ...... 14 Moving ...... 14 SECTION 4: ATTENDANCE/SAFETY District Attendance Policy ...... 15-16 Dress Code ...... 17-18 Parking Lot Safety ...... 19 Before and After School Supervision ...... 19 Playground Rules ...... 20 Personal Property ...... 21 Animals or Pets ...... 21 Positive Behavioral Support (PBIS) ...... 22-23 Consequences for Inappropriate Behavior ...... 24-28 Bully Proofing our School ...... 28 Students Rights and Responsibilities ...... 29-30 Student Email Accounts ...... 31-32 Health and Medical ...... 33-35 Inclement Weather Closure ...... 36 SECTION 5: NUTRITION Nutrition Services ...... 37 Pricing ...... 37 Charging Policy ...... 37 Free and Reduced Benefits ...... 37 Wellness Policy ...... 37 Breakfast in the Classroom ...... 38 Healthy Snacks in the Classroom ...... 38 SECTION 6: TRANSPORTATION Bus Transportation and Behavior ...... 39 Walkers, Bicycles, Skateboards ...... 39 SECTION 7: GETTING INVOLVED Visitors ...... 40 Volunteers ...... 40 School Accountability Committee ...... 40 PTO ...... 40

6 SECTION 3: Welcome to Scott Elementary

The staff at Scott Elementary is very excited about the 2014-2015 School Year. We feel confident that your child will have an enjoyable, successful and productive year. Our parent handbook will be available on our website for your review. Please take time to review this handbook as it will answer many of your questions about some of the policies and procedures at Scott. No handbook can be all inclusive, so when in doubt, please do not hesitate to contact the office at 348-2200. SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION 3000 13th Street—Greeley, CO 80634 Office and Absentee Information: 348-2200 Fax Number: 348-2230 District Transportation: 348-6800 District Nutrition Department: 348-6600

SCHOOL HOURS: FIRST BELL: 7:50 A.M. TARDY BELL: 7:55 A.M. DISMISSAL BELL: 3:10 P.M.

7 Staff list

Preschool 31 -Theresa Shaffer Wethington, OT - 2264 28 – Hannah Halferty, ABC – 2261 35B – Tiffini Walsh, Speech – 2277 30 – Amber Marick, ABC – 2263 5 – Alison Zapf, PT – 2240 31 – Sarah Twiss, ABC Lead Teacher – 2262 Assistants Kdg. 15 - Nancy Cederstrom, Title 1 Assist. - 2290 11 – Jennifer Bakel – 2246 33 - Melissa Robles, Lunch Monitor - 2276 14 – Jessica Scheid - 2249 5 – Gloria Mercado, ESS Assist I – 2240 12 – Tina Loos – 2247 41 – Kristin Nelson, ESS Assist I – 2268 13 – Lauren Russo - 2248 15 - Brenda Orozco, Title 1 Assist. - 2290 5 – Nancy Pieruccini, ESS Assist II – 2240 First 26 – Karen Kent – 2260 24 – Rachel Payne - 2258 Clinic 23 – Natalie Schumacher – 2257 3 – Lynette Decker, Nurse – 2227 25 – Shawna Sims– 2259 3 – Martha Rascon, Health Clerk – 2226

Second Lunchroom 16 – Camie Vanderbush – 2250 7 – Socorro Vega, Nutrition Manager – 2229 19 – Erin Kilgore – 2253 7 – Agapita Adame, Nutrition Worker – 2229 18 – Patricia Richen – 2252 7 – Irma Martinez, Nutrition Worker – 2229 7 – Irma Martinez, Nutrition Worker - 2229 Third 22 – Megan Cordova – 2256 Custodians 17 – Katelyn Jones – 2251 Jake Arnold, Building Manager - 2228 9 – Desirae Kapuras – 2244 Shawn Dixon, Night Custodian – 2228 10 – Jessica Montoya – 2245 Sarah Hall, Night Custodian – 2228 Dallin Lovin, Night Custodian – 2228 Fourth 47 – Ashlee Longwell - 2274 Office 44 – Lindsey Matson – 2271 38 – Ryan McDougal, Principal – 2209 45 – Robin Russell – 2272 36 – Mary Baker, Assistant Principal – 2210 43 – Konna Vierow – 2270 37 – Liz Reilly, Office Manager – 2201 or 0 37 – Amy Rotunno, School Secretary – 2200 or 0 Fifth 21 – Taylor Eschliman – 2255 Instruction Coaches 20 – Alice Pendlebury - 2254 8A - Tonya Deering – Instructional Coach - 2267 48 – Chelsey Magallanes – 2275

Specialists Extra Phones 29 – Nicole Eyerman, Art - 2262 33 - Cafeteria – 2276 8 – Stephanie Martin, Interventionist/Media.–2291 35 - Courtesy Phone – 2235 27 – Brad Farbo, P.E. – 2265 6 - Lounge – 2242 46 – Beth Townsend, Music – 2273 5 - Workroom – 2241 15 - Tech lab – 2290 Resource 41A – Jessica Andrews, ELL – 2269 35E – Alyssa Burgess, Title 1 Interventionist - 2213 41 – Geniel Burke, SPED – 2268 5 – Kay Davenport-Wass, SPED – 2240 41a2- Kelly Kennedy-APE – 2278 Kimberlee Perales, SCF – 2243 8 9 10 2017-2018 Calendar of events

AUGUST 9 Kindergarten Testing JANUARY 10 Kindergarten Testing 1-3 Winter Break 12 District 6 Kickoff—Island Grove 4 Students Return to School 17 Back to School Night 4—6 5 Leadership Assembly - 8:00 a.m. 21 1st Day of School Grades 1—5 9 PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30 24 1st Day of School Kindergarten 15 Martin Luther King Jr. Day-No School 30 Fundraiser Kick Off Assembly FEBRUARY SEPTEMBER 2 Leadership Assembly 1 Leadership Assembly 8:00 a.m. 5 Parent-Teacher Conferences 12-8 5 PTO -Scott Library 6:30 - 7:30 8 Parent-Teacher Conferences 4-8 12 Fundraiser Money Due 13 SAC/PTO Meeting Scott Library 13 Dibels Sweep ALL DAY 18 President’s Day—No School 18 Parent-Teacher Conferences 12—8 27 PEM Night - 5-7 21 Parent-Teacher Conferences 4-8 26 Title 1 Information Night 5:30 - 7 MARCH 30 Success Foundation Bike Ride 2 Leadership Assembly/Butter Braid Kickoff 6 PTO Meeting Scott Library - 6:30-7:30 OCTOBER 11 Daylight Savings 2 Fall Pictures/Count Day 12-16 Spring Break 3 SAC/PTO Meeting Scott Library 26 No School for Students 6 Leadership Assembly 8:00 a.m. 12 Fundraiser Delivery APRIL 13 No School—Mid Semester Break 3 SAC/PTO Meeting Scott Library 19 PEM Night—5:00 - 7:00 6 Leadership Assembly –8:00 a.m. 23 No School for Students 27 Mid Semester Break 31 50th Day of School Celebration 30 No school for students

NOVEMBER 3 Leadership Assembly 8:30 a.m. MAY 5 Daylight Savings Time Ends 1 PTO Meeting Scott Library 8:00 a.m. 7 PTO - Scott Library - 6:30 - 7:30 4 Leadership Assembly 10 Family Movie Night 5:30-8 7 Leadership Day—All Day 15 Parent Education Meetings 9 Dibels Sweep—All Day 23 Thanksgiving Break-No School 19 Scott Color Run 24 Thanksgiving Break-No School 21 Kinder Grad, Choir, and 5th Grade UCCC 25 Thanksgiving Break-No School 5:00 27-30 Parent Play Day 22 Scott Field Day 23 Leadership Assembly and Talent Show DECEMBER Last Day of School 1 Leadership Assembly 4 No school for teachers 5 SAC/PTO Mtg. 5:30/6:30 12 Choir Concert 6-7 13 Dibels Sweep All DAY 20-31 Winter Break

11 Home/School Communication

At Scott Elementary we feel the key to successful learning is a partnership among parents, students, staff and Community members. One of the most critical components in a student’s successful education is the degree of parent involvement. Scott provides many opportunities for parents to become involved in their child’s education. It is very important that we hear both positive feedback and areas where we feel we can serve your child better. Our school community grows when we are in communication.

Friday Folders

Each week on Monday, a folder of information will be sent home from our school. We encourage you to take time and look over information contained in this folder. There are always important notices from our school, parent bulletins, and other school related info. Much of the information contained in the folder may help answer any questions that you might have. The Monday folder should be returned to school with your child each Tuesday.

Newsletter

The Scott Star News is a once a month newsletter that provides you information about events and activities at Scott Elementary. This will go home in Friday Folders the 1st Friday of each month. You may also view it on our website. Website You can access our website at www.scott.greeleyschools.org. Scott’s website is updated frequently with Daily Announcements, classroom information, and a daily calendar. In addition you will find district information, lunch menu, and other important information.

PARENT- TEACHER CONFERENCES

Formal conferences will be held twice during the school year. You will be notified by your child’s teacher to set up conference appointments. Sign-up sheets will be available at Open House to sign up for a convenient time for you. You may schedule a conference with your child’s teacher at any time.

First Semester: September 18: 12:00—8:00 September 21: 4:00 - 8:00

Second Semester: February 5: 12:00 - 8:00 February 8: 4:00 - 8:00

12 Homework Policy

HOMEWORK POLICY: The goal of homework at the elementary level is to assist with student learning that is relevant to instruction. Homework assignments at the elementary level are formative in nature and directly tied to daily standards-based classroom instruction. Fail- ure to complete homework can affect your child’s course grade, but he/she will not fail a course due to incomplete homework.

Purposeful homework assignments are given to support standards-based instructional objectives. The homework assignments are relevant for: Pre-learning Checking for student understanding Practicing and/or processing of an intended skill, objective, or lesson Homework may be differentiated when appropriate for students. Teachers will provide systematic and timely feedback on students’ homework.

Students have a right to homework that they can complete on their own. Teachers and administrators will help students develop strategies for homework planning and completion. Students who are unable to finish homework at home will be provided with opportunities to finish work at school. This could include, but is not limited to: In-school homework support After-school homework support Online resources for homework support Community resources for homework support (such as the public library, Boys and Girls Clubs, etc.,) Accessing teacher support before and after school The suggested time for assigned homework is approximately 10 minutes per grade level (reading a book may be additional). 3rd graders should expect to have 30 minutes of homework per day, fourth graders should expect 40 minutes etc. These times are suggested and may vary by school.

MAKE UP WORK POLICY: If your child is going to be absent from school for only one day, he/she can make up his/her required homework when they return to school without requesting homework from the teacher. If your child will be absent for more than one day, you may request make up work from the classroom teacher. Homework may be picked up from the office after 3:10 p.m. if requested before lunch.

Field Trips

Board Policy IJOA-R states that Educational field trips are student excursions and/or experiences for the purpose of gaining firsthand knowledge away from the classroom. The purpose of educational field trips shall be for observation for education, non-experimental research or to provide students with experiences outside of their everyday activities which relate to the district’s regular program offerings.

The Board recognizes that educational field trips can be an effective means of learning if they are reserved for those activities that enhance the learning experience and assist in achieving the district’s educational goals. As such, educational field trips are those that include a majority of students in a class. Educational field trips should help students un- derstand the concepts associated with the content standards for their grade level.

The use of field trips during instructional time solely for entertainment purposes or rewards is not acceptable. Such trips shall occur outside of the instructional day.

Specific guidelines and appropriate administrative procedures shall be developed to screen, approve and evaluate educational field trips. These guidelines and procedures shall ensure that all educational field trips have the approval of the superintendent or designee. All overnight trips for K-8 students shall have the prior approval of the Board of Educa- tion. Out-of-state trips for K-8 will not be approved.

All out-of-state and overnight trips will be suspended with the following exceptions: regional and state athletic or co- curricular student activity competitions. Exceptions must have Board approval. Permission forms will be sent home for every field trip including walking field trips for parental permission. Students will not be allowed to participate without a signed permission form.

Extended Day Programming

We offer many extended day programs through the course of the year. Whether your student becomes involved in our before and after school programming, or one of our many clubs or intramurals, please plan to arrange for student drop-off or pick-up as is appropriate. We look forward to serving your student, before, during, and after the regular school day.

Classroom Celebrations and

Birthday Parties

Please support the District 6 School Wellness Policy (Policy ADF) when considering foods to send in for classroom holi- day celebrations and birthday parties. The District 6 Policy encourages healthy alternatives to food with high sugar and high fat content. Home baked products cannot be accepted. We have many children with peanut allergies, so please make sure that any product that you might consider sending in is clearly labeled. Avoid foods with any type of peanut base if possible. Please call the school if you need further clarification. We try to have birthday celebrations during the last 10 minutes of the school day on the second Friday of the month. There are some exceptions to this process, please make arrangements with your child’s teacher in advance.

School Telephone

Please be sure that your child knows what their “after-school”arrangements are before they leave home in the morning. We try to limit phone usage after school as that is the time of day that the staff needs the phone to return calls, receive calls, etc. Also be sure your child knows the plan in inclement weather. If it does change during the day, they should know the “back-up” plan ahead of time. We do not allow children to call to make arrangements to go home with friends. They need to plan for that ahead of time. We sincerely appreciate your help in this matter. If you need to get an IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO YOUR CHILD, PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE BY 3:00 P.M. IF YOU WOULD LIKE US TO DELIVER THE MESSAGE BY THE END OF THE DAY. Except in cases of emergency, students or teachers are not called to the telephone during school hours. Messages for teachers will be placed in their office mailboxes or on voice mail. The teacher will return calls after school. To help keep our Scott School families updated about important events, we have a reverse calling system that we implement at different times during the school year. Please keep your phone number updated with our office to get the very latest news regarding Scott. Personal cell phone usage during school hours is not permitted and phones must be kept in students backpacks. Teachers may grant special permission for usage if deemed necessary however, teacher may collect a phone if it is being used inappropriately during school hours and parents will need to pick up.

Change of Address/Emergency Information

The school should be notified immediately of any change of address, telephone numbers, or emergency contact information. Children will not be released to anyone not listed in the emergency information. Emergency Contacts may be asked to present identification.

Moving

Please be sure to notify the school as soon as possible if you will be moving. It is important that your child return all district-owned books and materials. Early notification will enable your child’s new school to receive his/her records promptly. We have a withdrawal form your child will need to take to their new school.

14 SECTION 4: 95% Goal! ATTENDANCE /SAFETY

District 6 Attendance Policy The Board believes that significant learning is provided daily for all students in every district classroom. This educational opportunity is the result of in-class participation and quality classroom instruction. The benefits of this experience cannot be fully replaced. Consequently, regular and punctual attendance is an important criterion for success in school and absences are detrimental to effective learning.

Each student in the district is required to attend school daily as established by the calendar determined annually by the Board and in compliance with state law. Unauthorized absences shall be subject to disciplinary action as outlined in accompanying procedures.

A cooperative effort between the student, parent, district, and the community regarding attendance fosters a positive educational experience. Therefore, the following goals and guidelines have been developed to establish good attendance habits at an early age. These habits will positively transfer with the students and their parents/guardians as the students’ progress through the district’s educational program and beyond the scholastic setting. Policy Goals The goals of this policy shall be as follows: 1. To improve the attendance of elementary and secondary students. 2. To improve student achievement through improved attendance. 3. To develop attitudes and habits in students, parents/guardians, and the community that reinforce the value of school and good attendance. 4. To address potential attendance problems through early intervention. Excused absences Excused absences are defined as any absence from school due to temporary illness or injury, and any other reason deemed acceptable by the school administrator. In general, prior notice of absence from the student’s parent or guardian is required and the school administrator may require verification, such as a physician’s statement, when appropriate.

The following shall be considered excused absences: 1. A student who is temporarily ill or injured or whose absence is approved by the administrator of the school of attendance on a prearranged basis. Prearranged absences shall be approved for appointments or circumstances of a serious nature only which cannot be taken care of outside of school hours. Approval for a pre-arranged absence(s) may necessitate a parent conference. 2. A student who is absent for an extended period due to physical, mental or emotional disability. Medical documentation may be required. 3. A student who is pursuing a work-study program under the supervision of the school. 4. A student who is attending any school-sponsored activity or activities of an educational nature with advance approval by the administration. 5. A student who is suspended or expelled.

The district may require suitable proof regarding the above exceptions, including written statements from medical sources.

When a student has reached four excused absences from school in any month or ten excused absences during any school year, the school shall either require a meeting or other form of communication between the student’s parent/ guardian and appropriate school personnel to review and evaluate the reasons for the student being habitually absent from school. A plan may be developed for the student with the goal of assisting the student to remain in school. When practicable, the student’s parent/guardian may participate with school personnel in the development of the plan.

If a student is in out-of-home placement (as that term is as defined by C.R.S. 22-32-138(1)(e), absences due to court ap- pearances and participation in court-ordered activities shall be excused. The student’s assigned social worker shall verify the student’s absence was for a court appearance or court-ordered activity.

15 Unexcused absences An unexcused absence is defined as an absence that is not covered by one of the foregoing exceptions. Additionally, an unexcused absence shall be recorded if a student leaves a school or leaves a class without permission of the teacher or school administrator. Each unexcused absence shall be entered on the student’s record. The parents/guardians of the student receiving an unexcused absence shall be notified orally or in writing by the district of the unexcused absence.

When the district is aware that criteria exist to designate a student as habitually truant, the district shall refer the students and his or her parent/guardian to the Weld County Judicial System, Youth and Family Connections and/or the Weld County District Attor- ney’s Juvenile Diversion Unit.

In accordance with law, the district may impose academic penalties which relate directly to classes missed while unexcused. Pen- alties may include a warning, school detention or in-school suspension. Academic penalties, out-of-school suspensions or expulsion shall not be imposed for any unexcused absence. The administration shall develop regulations to implement appropriate penalties. The school administration shall consider the correlation between course failure, truancy and a student dropping out of school in developing these regulations and shall implement research-based strategies to re-engage students with a high number of unexcused absences. Students and parents/guardians may petition the Board of Education for exceptions to this policy or the accompanying regulations provided that no exception shall be sustained if the student fails to abide by all requirements imposed by the Board as conditions for granting any such ex-ception.

The maximum number of unexcused absences a student may incur before judicial proceedings are initiated to enforce compulsory attendance is 10 during any calendar year or school year.

Tardiness Tardiness is defined as the appearance of a student without proper excuse after the sched-uled time that a class begins. Because of the disruptive nature of tardi-ness and the detri-mental effect upon the rights of the non-tardy student to uninter-rupted learning, appropriate penalties shall be imposed for excessive tardiness. Parents/guardians shall be notified of all penalties regarding tardiness.

As with daily attendance, tardies can affect your child’s progress in school. Tardies are tracked by our office attendance secretary. Just like absences, an accumulation of tardies will result in a warning letter from the school and a conference with the school principal. Please help us out by making sure that your child is at school on time every day.

Any child who arrives after 10:00 a.m. is considered absent for the morning. A student who leaves before 2:00 pm and does not return will be considered absent for the afternoon.

Vacations Personal vacations taken during regularly scheduled school sessions are discouraged. An “extended absence” request form must be filled out and signed by the building administrator prior to the planned event. You can obtain this form by contacting the school office. In general, all absences occurring after the 10th school day missed are unexcused. When a student is absent and classes continue, the student is missing valuable instruction. The student is responsible for making up all work during the absence time. If your child needs to be out of school for an extended period of time due to a vacation or special activity, please contact the office.

Please give classroom teachers at least 24 hours of advanced notice in order that they can have time to get together any make up or missed work.

Early Student Checkout

We discourage checking students out of school early during the regular instructional day. This causes the child to miss information and interactions that help them learn the grade level curriculum and may imply that school is not important. It can also lead to attendance issues now and in the future. Please make appointments when the school day will not be interrupted. Please bring your child back to school after appointments if there is time left in the school day. A guardian or person authorized by the guardian must check out students at the front office. Students will be dismissed from class when the guardian or designee arrives at school to sign the student out.

If you need to get your child a message before the end of the school day, please call before 2:50 Messages will be taken throughout the day, and delivered at 3:00. Calls/Messages after this time will not be delivered to your child in time.

16 DIVISION OF SCHOOL SAFETY & SECURITY

GREELEY-EVANS SCHOOL DISTRICT 6 NON-NEGOTIABLE UNIVERSAL STUDENT DRESS CODE EXPECTATIONS

 Any clothing item or accessory that causes a disruption to school safety, personal safety and/or the learning environment may result in discretionary intervention by school administrators

 Tattoos, clothing or accessories that display drugs, including any marijuana reference, sexual innuendos, inappropriate language, alcohol, tobacco products, violence, weapons or gang connotations are not permitted. Tat- toos displaying any of these must be covered at all times

 No hats permitted inside of the school building during the school day. If “hoodies” are worn, the hood may not be worn inside of the school. (Religious headwear exceptions)

 Sunglasses or dark glasses, absent a verified medical condition, are not to be worn or displayed inside of the school building

 Trench coats are not permitted anywhere on school property

 Soled shoes or sandals must be worn at all times (For example, no “bedroom” slippers or similar footwear)

 No exposed undergarments, inappropriately sheer, tight or low cut clothing that bare or expose traditionally private parts of the body including, but not limited to, the stomach, buttocks, back, breasts or cleavage is not permitted

 No shaved or notched eyebrows (Absent a verified medical condition)

 No red or blue unnatural hair color or belts.

 No clothing or belt buckles that display the numbers 13, 14, 18, 31, 41 or 81

 No solid red or solid blue shirts (Other than designated school uniforms)

 No red or blue “Dickies” or “Southpole” brand pants, shorts or shirts

 No red or blue bandana or any color bandana that is draped on clothing or hanging out of a pocket

ENDORSED AND SUPPORTED BY THE D6 COUNCIL OF STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES

17 DIVISION OF SCHOOL SAFETY & SECURITY

Distrito Escolar 6 de Greeley-Evans Código de Vestuario Universal de Expectaciones Estudiantiles No-Negociable

 Cualquier prenda de ropa o accesorio cual causa una disrupción en la seguridad escolar, seguridad personal y/o al ambiente de aprendizaje podría resultar en intervención por discreción de adminis- tradores escolares.

 Tatuajes, ropa o accesorios cuales muestran drogas, insinuaciones sexuales, lenguaje inapropiado, alcohol, productos de tabaco o connotaciones de pandillas no son permitidos. Tatuajes mostrando cualquier de éstas cosas deben estar cubiertos en todo momento.

 No se permiten cachuchas/gorras dentro del edificio escolar durante el día escolar. Si llevan pues- ta una sudadera con gorro, no se permite llevar puesto el gorro dentro de la escuela. (Excepciones para prendas religiosas)

 Lentes del sol o lentes oscuros, sin una condición médica verificada, no se deben usar ni estar mostrados dentro del edificio escolar.

 No se permiten gabardinas (trench coats) en ninguna parte de la propiedad escolar.

 Se debe usar zapatos o sandalias con suelas en todo momento. (Por ejemplo, no se permiten pantu- flas de “recamara” o calzado similar)

 No se permite ropa interior expuesta.

 Ropa inadecuadamente transparente, apretada o escotada, cual descubre o expone partes del cuer- po tradicionalmente privados incluyendo, pero no limitado a, el estomago, asentaderas, espalda, pecho o escote, no es permitido.

 No se permiten cejas rasuradas o falta de ceja en una parte. (Sin una condición médica verificada)

 No tener cintos, ni cabello azul o rojo que no sea natural.

 No usar ropa ni hebillas mostrando los números 13, 14, 18, 31, 41 o 81

 No se permiten camisas de color rojo o azul sólido. (Aparte de uniformes escolares designados)

 No se permiten pantalones, pantalones cortos (shorts), o camisa rojas o azules de la marca “Dickies” o “Southpole”.

 No se permiten paños azules o rojas o paños de cualquier color si están colgados en la ropa o col- gando de un bolsillo.

18 Parking lot safety

Student safety is a high priority at Scott. Please help us maintain a safe environment by doing the following: 1. Only school buses and daycare buses are to park in the red/white painted sidewalk area along 14th Street on the south side of the school. 2. In the parking lot, children may only be picked up in the loading and unloading zone. The loading and unloading zone has a time limit of 2 minutes. If you need more time, please park in one of the designated parking spots and walk your child into the school or walk to pick your child up from the school. 3. Do not park along the sidewalk in the front of school. This is painted yellow, and is for loading and unloading students only. There are clearly identified parking spaces in the lots located west of the school that you may use and walk in to meet your child. 4. Please continue to loop through the lot until your child is at the curb ready to get in the car or park in either lot and walk to pick up your child. 5. Do not block the driveway to stop and pick up or drop off your child. Please pull over into the loading and unloading zone. 6. Do not ask your child to cross traffic in the parking lot to picked up on the other side or the other parking lot. 7. Please do not drop your child off on the other side of the parking lot requiring them to cross traffic. Please use the loading and unloading zone only. 8. Please use the crosswalk located in the school parking lot to cross the traffic. It is dangerous and very unsafe for people to cross in between the other cars. 9. You may only turn right when exiting the school parking lot. 10. Do not park in the graveled lot on the south side of the school at any time. 11. As you drive anywhere around the school, please drive slowly and watch for children. The above procedures were developed in accordance with Safe Routes to School Campaign by the School Safety Advisory Committee which is made up of Weld County School District 6, the City of Greeley and the Greeley Police Department.

DESIGNATED DAYCARE AND SCHOOL BUS ZONES: The red/white painted sidewalk area along 14th Street south of the school is a designated daycare and school bus zone ONLY, do not park in this area.

Before and After school supervision

The playground is supervised before school from 7:40—7:50. There is no supervision on the playground until 7:40 a.m. We ask parents’ cooperation in seeing that your children do not arrive at school before this time. Except in very bad weather, all children will be expected to remain outdoors until time for school to begin. If your child is not participating in a scheduled activity, they should not arrive at school before 87:40 a.m. After school, students are not allowed to remain on the playground and should go directly home.

Students are not allowed to wait by the doors of the classroom without their parent. All students should report to the playground prior to school.

ALL PLAYGROUND MONITORS WILL WEAR AN ORANGE VEST FOR BETTER VISIBILITY.

EQUIPMENT FOR RECESS: The school provides equipment for students to use during recess times. Please do not bring any playground equipment that is your own as the school cannot be responsible for any loss or damage. No trading cards, or electronic equipment may be brought to school at anytime.

19 PLAYGROUND RULES

BOUNDARIES AND GENERAL RULES: West - Tetherball area North - Trees, but in front of bushes East - Bushes west of tennis court and alley if using soccer field South - Soccer field and picnic tables (Baseball diamond and far picnic tables are out of bounds.)

Climb and hang on bars and climbers only (not trees, soccer poles, tether poles, etc.) Balls and frisbees are for throwing ( no rock throwing, snow, sticks, etc.) Shoes on at all times No sliding on ice or snow Picnic tables and bleachers are for sitting only Hands and feet to ourselves Must have Playground Pass to go to Nurse or Bathroom Once on Playground, must stay unless you have a pass

SPORTS RULES: Tag games are played on grassy areas only No kicking, hanging on or sitting on tether balls Football - Touch only Soccer - No slide tackling - play within field boundaries Baseball - Not allowed. However, you may use gloves and soft-textures ball (nerf, tennis, etc) to play catch. No karate, kick boxing or Power Ranger-type activities No lock outs

SLIDES: SLIDE BY YOURSELF, IN SITTING POSITION, FEET FIRST, INSIDE THE SLIDE Stay back from slide when watching others Once you start, go all the way down and out and away from slide Don’t swing out for bars on top of slides

SWINGS: SWING BY YOURSELF, SITTING UP, FORWARD AND BACKWARD No side to side swinging or twisting Slow swing down to get off; no bail outs Swing chains should remain at lowest level Friends may push but no “under dogs” or “run unders” Keep safe distance from others swinging BLUE SWING is not for general use

BARS - One hand on at all times

PARALLEL No standing on top No leg locks

TRAPEZE SPIDER WEB MONKEY BARS This is a bar, not a swing No standing up on bars No leaping from side to side No jumping off top Must stay underneath RINGS Must be tall enough to get on SPACE SHUTTLE without help Go from East to West on set of rings No jumping off top No chicken fights No flipping rings over Hands in rings, not feet No bailing out

20 Personal Property

Lost and Found All coats, jackets, or other personal property that your child brings to school should be clearly marked with your child’s name. We have a lost and found area located at the West end of the 4th/5th grade hallway.

Each semester the unclaimed items will be donated to a local charity. We do take every precaution to try and return lost and found items to the rightful owner. Often we cannot find the owner because the item has no identification marked on it. Lost and found items are often put on tables in the lobby before “all” school events (such as parent conferences). If your child left an item at school, please check the lost and found. We advise writing your child’s names on all of their belongings.

Play Items from Home Playground equipment will be provided for all children to use during recess. Children should not bring toys to school. This includes items such as hand held electronics, Pokemon, Beyblades, Legos, roller blades etc. We are not responsible for any lost, broken or stolen items brought from home.

Technology/Cell Phones We have many students who are bringing cell phones to school. While we don’t encourage students bringing cell phones we realize that it may be a necessity for some families for communication purposes. Due to the mobile connection to the internet most devices now have, it’s important for students and parents to read Board Policy JS (Student Use of the Internet and Electronic Communications), as violation of this policy, even on a personal device can have serious implications for student safety and wellbeing. Students will be asked to keep all mobile devices in a backpack and not use them during the school day. Please remember the school is not responsible for lost, broken or stolen cell phones or mobile devices. The school will not investigate stolen cell phones. Consequences for misuse of cell phones: 1st Offense: Cell phone taken and returned to student at the end of the school day. 2nd Offense: Cell phone taken and parent must come to school to retrieve 3rd Offense: Cell phone kept at school until the end of the year.

Personal Items Scott Elementary Staff are not responsible for lost property. It is recommended that students do not wear or bring items of value to school. Animals or Pets

For the safety of our students, we ask that you do not bring any pets onto school grounds at anytime. This includes pickup and drop-off. This is for the safety of our students, staff, and Scott Families.

21 Positive behavioral support school (PBIS)

Scott Elementary School follows the components of Positive Behavioral Support, or PBIS. PBIS is a school-wide discipline program which emphasizes school-wide systems of support that include proactive strategies for defining, teaching, and supporting appropriate student behaviors to create positive school environments. A continuum of positive behavior support for all students within a school is implemented in areas including the classroom and non-classroom settings (such as in hallways and on the playground).

I am proud to be a Scott Star! I promise to show: S Self responsibility by being prepared to work and turning in my homework. T Teamwork by being a role model for all other students. A Positive attitude by following directions and cooperating with others. R Respect by listening to my teachers and other students. S Safety by keeping my hands, feet, and other objects to ourselves. I am proud to be a Scott Star!

At the beginning of the school year all students will participate in a PBIS Camp. School-wide expectations will be reviewed. At the end of the camp all students will receive a Blue Carabiner Clip. This clip will symbolize our focus on academics, positive behavior and attendance. Stu- dents will have the opportunity to earn stars based on these three areas throughout the school year.

Students are rewarded throughout the year for various achievements. We look forward to catching kids doing the right thing, being the best they can be, and showing people they care.

The purpose of school-wide PBIS is to establish a climate in which appropriate behavior becomes the norm, and students are encouraged to behave in an appropriate manner.

22 23 CONSEQUENCES FOR INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR Elementary School Level

The following consequences apply to behavior on campus, in school vehicles and at school activities and events. CODE BEHAVIOR FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE REPEAT OFFENSES A01 Unauthorized presence School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, on, or in the vicinity of, tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 another school campus. day ISS or OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. A02 Public nuisance - any act School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, that is a source of tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 inconvenience, annoy- day ISS or OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. ance, and/or bothersome to the school community. Examples: a) excessive profanity; b) unsafe driving on or around school property; c) others as interpreted by the Administration which cause unnecessary inconvenience to others or to normal routine; d) distasteful display of affection. A03 Verbal abuse or obscen- School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, ities toward staff. tention, and up to 2 tention, and up to 3 detention, and up to 5 days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. A04 Any act which disrupts the School counseling, de- School counseling and School counseling and normal educational pro- tention, and up to 3 up to 5 days OSS or up to 10 days OSS and cess. Examples: days ISS/OSS or recom- recommendation for recommendation for a) setting off fire alarm, mendation for expulsion, depending expulsion. b) calling in of a bomb expulsion, depending on the severity of the threat, c) any act that on the severity of the offense. causes the unnecessary offense. evacuation of the building. A05 Trespassing (unauthorized School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, presence on a District 6 tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 facility while under day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. suspension) A06 Disrespectful behavior. School counseling, School counseling, School counseling, detention, and up to 1 detention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. A07 Insubordination/refusal to School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, follow a reasonable re- tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 quest of a staff member. day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. A08 Disruption of class. School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. B01* Possession /use of School counseling, School counseling and School counseling and alcohol/consumption of detention, and up to 3 up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and alcohol or under the days ISS/OSS. recommendation for influence of alcohol. expulsion.

24 CODE BEHAVIOR FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE REPEAT OFFENSES B02* Possession/use of drugs or School counseling, School counseling and School counseling and other detention, and up to up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and or possession/ use of drug 3 days ISS/OSS. recommendation for paraphernalia. expulsion.

B03* Sale/distribution of alcohol. School counseling, School counseling and School counseling and detention, and up to up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and 3 days ISS/OSS. recommendation for expulsion. B04* Sale/distribution of drugs or 10 day OSS and rec- 10 day OSS and recom- 10 day OSS and rec- other controlled substances. ommendation for ex- mendation for expul- ommendation for expulsion as per State sion as per State Stat- pulsion as per State Statute. ute. Statute. NOTE: Any violation of B01-B04 will result in at least a 30-calendar day exclusion from all school-sponsored activities. B05 Smoking/chewing or use of School counseling, School counseling and School counseling and tobacco. detention, and up to up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and 3 days ISS/OSS. recommendation for expulsion. C01 Intimidation or threatening School counseling, School counseling and School counseling and of a staff member. detention, and up to up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and 3 days ISS/OSS. recommendation for expulsion. C02 Verbal abuse/harassment/ School counseling, School counseling, de- School counseling, de- sexual harassment of a stu- detention, and up to tention, and up to 3 tention, and up to 5 dent. 2 days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. C03 Fighting (mutual combat - School counseling, School counseling, de- School counseling, de- Including self-defense). detention, and up to tention, and up to 3 tention, and up to 5 2 days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS.

C04 Possession of or setting off School counseling, School counseling, de- School counseling, de- fireworks or other incendi- detention, and up to tention, and up to 3 tention, and up to 5 ary devices. 2 days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. C05 Theft. School counseling, School counseling, de- School counseling, de- detention, and up to tention, and up to 2 tention, and up to 3 1 day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. C06 Vandalism or defacing/ School counseling School counseling School counseling, 5-10 Destruction of school and/or 1-3 days ISS or and/or 1-3 days ISS or day OSS suspension, and property. OSS suspension with OSS suspension with recommendation for ex- restitution or recom- restitution or recom- pulsion with restitution. mendation for expul- mendation for expulsion depending on se- sion depending on severity of the offense. verity of the offense.

C07 Gang activity/apparel/ School counseling, School counseling, de- School counseling, de- Paraphernalia. detention, and up to tention, and up to 3 tention, and up to 5 2 days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. C08 Threatening another School counseling, School counseling and School counseling and student. detention, and up to up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and 3 days ISS/OSS. recommendation for expulsion. C09 Possession/use of a weapon School counseling, School counseling, de- School counseling, de- or other article to cause detention, and up to tention, and up to 3 tention, and up to 5 bodily harm. 2 days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. C10 Physical abuse/assault of a School counseling, School counseling and School counseling and student. detention, and up to up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and 2 days ISS/OSS.

25 CODE BEHAVIOR FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE REPEAT OFFENSES C11 Physical abuse (assault) of School counseling, de- School counseling and School counseling and a staff member. tention, and up to 3 up to 5 days OSS. up to 10 days OSS and days ISS/OSS. recommendation for expulsion. C12 Possession/use of a weap- 10 day OSS and rec- 10 day OSS and rec- 10 day OSS and rec- on as defined by Colorado ommendation for ex- ommendation for ex- ommendation for ex- Revised Statutes. pulsion as per State pulsion as per State pulsion as per State Statute. Statute. Statute. C13 Off campus crimes of vio- 10 day OSS and rec- 10 day OSS and rec- 10 day OSS and rec- lence where charges or a ommendation for ex- ommendation for ex- ommendation for ex- petition has been filed in pulsion as per State pulsion as per State pulsion as per State district court. Statute. Statute. Statute. C14 Vandalism or defacing/ School counseling School counseling School Counseling, 5-10 destruction of other’s and/or 1-3 day ISS or and/or 1-3 day ISS or day OSS suspension, personal property. OSS suspension with OSS suspension with and recommendation restitution or recom- restitution or recom- for expulsion, with resti- mendation for expul- mendation for expul- tution. sion depending on sion depending on severity of the of- severity of the offense. fense. D01 Continual tardies. School counseling, School counseling, School counseling, detention, and/or ISS detention, and/or ISS detention, and/or ISS suspension. suspension. suspension. D02 Unexcused tardy. School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. D03 Truancy from class. School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. E01 Failure to attend detention. School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. E02 Dishonest/deceitful School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling, behavior. tention, and up to 1 tention, and up to 2 detention, and up to 3 day ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. days ISS/OSS. E05 Endangering health, wel- School counseling, de- School counseling, de- School counseling and fare or safety of others. tention, and up to 3 tention, and up to 5 up to 10 days OSS and days ISS/OSS or recom- days OSS or recom- recommendation for mendation for expul- mendation for expul- expulsion. sion, depending on sion, depending on the severity of the of- the severity of the offense. fense. E06 Continual defiance / School counseling, de- School counseling and School counseling and habitually disruptive. tention, and up to 3 up to 5 days OSS or up to 10 days OSS and days ISS/OSS or recom- recommendation for recommendation for mendation for expul- expulsion, depending expulsion. sion, depending on on the severity of the the severity of the of- offense. fense. F01* Any action that affects the 3 day OSS suspension 3-day OSS suspension 10 day OSS suspension networking system that re- with computer time time with total com- and recommendation sults in the disruption of the limited to when the puter restrictions. for expulsion. educational process. student is scheduled for a computer class.

26 COD BEHAVIOR FIRST OFFENSE SECOND OFFENSE REPEAT OFFENSES E F02 Changing, deleting, or Parents notified, a Time limited to use of Permanently restricted modifying the operating warning given, and computers only when from computer use - if systems of computers restricted use of com- the student is sched- enrolled in a computer (Windows, Novell, DOS, puters for 3 days. uled in a computer class, may be with- Mac OS, WIN 95, WIN 98, class. drawn failing. WIN NT). F03 Loading or installing any Parents notified, a Time limited to use of Permanently restricted unauthorized software, warning given, and computers only when from computer use - if including games. restricted use of com- the student is sched- enrolled in a computer puters for 3 days. uled in a computer class, may be with- class. drawn failing. F04 E-mail chatting or Parents notified, a Time limited to use of Permanently restricted mudding. warning given, and computers only when from computer use - if restricted use of com- the student is sched- enrolled in a computer puters for 3 days. uled in a computer class, may be with- class. drawn failing. F05 Using E-mail for purposes Parents notified, a Time limited to use of Permanently restricted that interfere with the in- warning given, and computers only when from computer use - if structional process. E- mail restricted use of com- the student is sched- enrolled in a computer is not private and may be puters for 3 days. uled in a computer class, may be with- monitored by technology class. drawn failing. supervisors. F06* Using E-mail for purposes E-mail privileges termi- Permanently restricted 10 day OSS suspension of intimidation, threats or nated. Time limited to from computer use - if and recommendation harassment. use of computers only enrolled in a for expulsion. when the student is computer class, may scheduled in a com- be withdrawn failing, puter class. and 3 - 10 day OSS suspension based on severity. F07 Vandalism - malicious in- Time limited to use of Permanently restricted Recommendation for tent to harm and destroy computers only when from computer use - if expulsion. data. Uploading or crea- the student is sched- enrolled in a tion of viruses. uled in a computer computer class, may class. be withdrawn failing. F08 Using any person's log-in Parents notified, a Time limited to use of Permanently restricted name or password other warning given, and computers only when from computer use - if than their own. restricted use of com- the student is sched- enrolled in a computer puters for 3 days. uled in a computer class, may be with- class. drawn failing. F09 Downloading or ac- Parents notified, a Time limited to use of Permanently restricted cessing profane, ob- warning given, and computers only when from computer use - if scene, racially offen- restricted use of com- the student is sched- enrolled in a computer sive, threatening, sub- puters for 3 days. uled in a computer class, may be with- versive, or illegal materi- class. drawn failing. al.

ISS - In-School Suspension OSS - Out-of-School Suspension Any OSS requires a behavioral plan. = Involvement of school police resource officer or local law enforcement agency. Any violation will include a parent contact and/or reparation.

27 Definitions: School Counseling: A student involved in a purposeful meeting with a certified staff member regarding future behavior strategies.

Detention: Consequences (may take place before, during, or after school) imposed on a student, which may include, but not limited to: revocation of recess privileges; revocation of privilege to attend special events or special occasions;

revocation of participation in class/school parties; revocation of the right to participate in free time, activities, field trips, or other privileges.

PLEASE NOTE: The school's response to inappropriate behaviors is subject to change by the direction of Weld County District 6 Board of Education.

Prior to the imposition of a consequence, the student will be informed of the behavior for which the consequence is being imposed and will have some opportunity to explain his/her side of the story.

The individual codes are subject to change by the direction of the Colorado Department of Education's reporting system.

Students using Internet must abide by the provision of the Six-Net contract and Colorado Revised Statute 18-5.5-101 and 18-5.5-102 (also Title 17, USC Section 102). Copies are available upon request.

For students identified as disabled and on an Individual Education Plan, please refer to policy/ procedure #8205.

Bully-Proofing our school

At Scott School we are striving to decrease the incidences of verbal, physical, and exclusion-type bullying behaviors and increase the feelings of safety among our students by using a school-wide program called “Bully- Proofing our School.” We adhere o the Bullying in Schools-Board policy JICDE regarding bullying prevention and education in our school.

The strength of Bully-Proofing is its ability to mobilize the “caring majority” - the 85% of students who are nei- ther bullies or victims. By developing and reinforcing the strong identity of this caring majority, we can activate them to help create a safe school environment and maintain the values of kindness and decency. Through their actions and influence, these students set the tone and dictate the operating environment, giving strength and support to victims and defusing the powers of bullies.

Direct Instruction in Bullying Proofing is provided on an ongoing basis. The program utilizes a system of “Stop, Walk, and Talk” to help not only victims of bullying but bystanders and bullies themselves to know what to do when bullying has occurred. The mission is to give students the tools to reduce bullying behavior through the blending of school-wide positive behavior support, explicit instruction, and a redefining of the bullying con- struct.

28 STUDENT RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCHOOL RULES

All WCSD6 Board of Education Policies can be found on the Greeley Evans School District website @ http:// www.greeleychools.org in the board section; under Policy Manual. We have listed several Policy references that you may find helpful while browsing the Policy Manual.

JB—Equal Educational Opportunities

JEB—Entrance Age Requirements

JFBB-R—Inter-district Choice/Open Enrollment

JH—Student Absences and Excuses

JHB—Truancy

JIC—Student Conduct

JICA—Student Dress Code

JICC—Student Conduct in School Vehicles

JICDA—Code of Conduct

JICDE*— Bullying Prevention and Education

JICF—Secret Societies/Gang Activity

JICH—Drug and Alcohol use by Students

JICI—Weapons in School

JICJ—Student Use of Electronic Communication devices

JK—Student Discipline

JKBA* —Disciplinary Removal from classroom

JKD/JKE—Suspension/Expulsion of students

JKD/JKE-E—Grounds for Suspension/Expulsion

JLCB—Immunization of students

JLCD—Administering Medicines to students

JRA/JRC—Student Records/Release of Information

JRCA* —Sharing of Students records/information Between School District and State Agencies

JS*— Student Use of the Internet and Electronic Communications

JS*—E Annual Acceptable Use Agreement

USE OF THE INTERNET: Students using the Internet must have a signed parent permission slip or an opt out slip on file at school. Students must abide by the policies outlined in the information document provided to parents accompanying the permission form.

Weld County School District 6—Human Resources

Weld County School District 6 is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employ- ment in, its education programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and ADA may be referred to: Office of Human Resources, Weld County School District 6 1025 9th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 (970) 348-6070.

Student Email Accounts

Greeley-Evans School District 6 will provide a free email account for every student. Having an email account will allow students to email teachers questions and receive classroom updates. Depending on the teacher, students may also be able to turn in assignments using email.

All students will receive training on appropriate use of email before teachers provide them with their usernames and pass- words. Training will include: dealing with potential bullying, handling email from unknown senders, general email eti- quette, and informing students that email messages leave a permanent digital record. Parents are encouraged to use CommonSense Media resources to learn how to support their children as they navigate the online world. Resources can be accessed by visiting the following website (http://www.commonsensemedia.org).

If you do NOT want your student to have a district provided email account, you may fill-out a “Student Electronic Mail (email) Opt-Out Form” in the office of any district school. Otherwise, your child will be assigned a school email account.

Acceptable use of email falls under the Board of Education policy governing student use of the Internet and electronic communications. Policy JS states that no student shall access, create, transmit, retransmit, or forward material or information:

1. That promotes violence or advocates destruction of property including, but not limited to, access to information concerning the manufacturing or purchasing of destructive devices or weapons.

2. That contains pornographic, obscene, or other sexually oriented materials, either as pictures or writings, that are intended to stimulate erotic feelings or appeal to prurient interests in nudity, sex, or excretion.

3. That harasses, threatens, demeans, or promotes violence or hatred against another person or group of persons in violation of the district’s nondiscrimination policies.

4. That uses inappropriate or profane language likely to be offensive to others in the school community.

5. That is knowingly false or could be construed as intending to purposely damage another person's repu- tation.

6. That contains personal information about themselves or others, including information protected by confidentiality laws.

7. Using another individual’s Internet or electronic communications account without written permission from that individual.

8. That impersonates another or transmits through an anonymous remailer proxy.

If you have questions, please contact your school principal.

Cuentas de Correo Electrónico Estudiantil

El Distrito Escolar 6 de Greeley-Evans le proveerá una cuenta gratis de correo electrónico a cada estudiante. Tener una cuenta de correo electrónico permitirá que los estudiantes envíen preguntas a sus maestros y reciban actualizaciones de la clase. Dependiendo en el maestro, los estudiantes también podrían entregar tareas usando el correo electrónico.

Todos los estudiantes recibirán un entrenamiento sobre el uso apropiado del correo electrónico antes de que los estudiantes reciban sus nombres de usuario y su contraseña de sus maestros. El entrenamiento incluirá: enfrentar acoso o intimidación potencial, manejar correros de remitentes desconocidos, modos generales de portarase usando correos elec- trónicos, e informarles a los estudiantes que los correos que mandan electrónicamente dejan un registro o huella digital permanente. Se anima a los padres a utilizar los recursos de los medios de comunicación CommonSense para aprender cómo apoyar a sus hijos mientras navegan por el mundo en línea. Los recursos se pueden acceder visitando el siguiente sitio web (http://www.commonsensemedia.org).

Si usted desea que su estudiante NO tenga una cuenta de correo electrónico estudiantil proveída por el distrito, puede llenar la “Forma de No Optar para el Correo Electrónico Estudiantil (email)” (Opción de Exclusión Voluntaria) en la oficina de cualquier escuela del distrito. De lo contrario, se asignará una cuenta de correo electrónico escolar para su hijo/hija.

Seguridad es nuestra primera prioridad y familias no deben de tener ninguna expectativa de privacidad al usar cuentas de correo electrónico emitidas por el distrito. El uso aceptable de correos electrónicos cabe dentro de la póliza del Consejo Escolar gobernando el uso estudiantil del Internet y comunicaciones electrónicas y será vigilado para asegurar el cumpli- miento. La Póliza JS declara que ningún estudiante debe acceder en, crear, transmitir, retransmitir, o reenviar material o información:

1. Que promueve la violencia o propone destrucción de propiedad, incluyendo, pero no limitado a, el ac- ceso a la información relativa a la fabricación o compra de aparatos destructivos o armas.

2. Que contenga materiales pornográficos, obscenos, u otros materiales de orientación sexual, ya sea fo- tografías o escrituras, con la intención de estimular sensaciones eróticas o atraer intereses lujuriosas de desnudez, sexo, o excreción.

3. Que acosa, amenaza, degrada, o promueve violencia u odio contra otra persona o grupo de personas en violación de las pólizas del distrito de no-discriminación.

4. Que usa lenguaje inapropiado o profano que probablemente sería ofensivo para otras personas en la comunidad escolar.

5. Que conscientemente es falso o podría ser interpretado como tener la intención de dañar la repu- tación de otra persona.

6. Que contenga información personal de sí mismo o de otras personas, incluyendo información protegi- da por las leyes de confidencialidad.

7. Usar el Internet o cuenta de comunicación electrónica de otro sin permiso en escrito de ese individuo.

8. Que imita a otra persona o transmita por medio de un proxy de reenvío anónimo.

Si tiene preguntas, por favor comuníquese con su director escolar.

Health/medical Information

Health Services - Who are we? For all Health Service forms and information please see the District 6 Health Services Website. http:// www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8187  District 6 has School Health Clerks who are the main care-givers in health offices in all district and charter schools. They perform first aid and care for ill children, administer medications, perform health screenings, manage immunization and health records. They are available to answer questions and are able to contact the school Registered Nurse Consultant at all times. Health Clerks have taken a health clerk training course and have yearly CPR, First Aid, Medication Admin- istration, and other trainings as needed for specific student health needs. District 6 has School Registered Nurse Consultants who work as a team with health clerks, school administration and staff to provide physical, mental, and social support to help children learn. School Registered Nurse Consultants are trained with an RN-BSN and have obtained School Nurse licensure through CDE. School Nurses are responsible for preparing health care plans, documenting health histories, collaborating with special education teams on educational plans, delegating to unlicensed personnel who provide care for students, assisting with health education units, consulting with outside health providers and agencies.

Illness/Injury and Emergency Information Accidents/Illness/Injury – -Health office staff or other qualified personnel will administer first aid for any ill or injured student. If needed, parent/ guardians will be contacted and in extreme cases, 911 may be called. -Emergency information- PLEASE KEEP EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION UPDATED WITH THE FRONT OFFICE STAFF. We need to be able to contact you if your child is ill or injured.

Health Questionnaire / Students with Health Concerns It is extremely important that the annual health questionnaire and associated Emergency Information are returned to school as soon as possible, please complete and sign all forms; including information on any medications prescribed for your child, whether or not they are given during the school day.

Medications -If your child must have medication of any type during school, including prescription or over-the-counter medicine (pills, syrups, cough drops, creams, ointments, inhalers, injectable), you have three choices. -Parents/Guardians may come to school and give it to their child at the appropriate time. -Parents/Guardians and health care providers may complete and sign a physician authorization instructions. -Parents/Guardians may discuss with their health care provider an alternative schedule so the medication can be given outside schools hours. -Medications of any sort (over the counter or prescription) are not to be in the possession of students, except for those with written authorization from their health care provider, their family and the school Registered Nurse Consultant. -If your child will need any medication or treatment at school, please obtain a copy of the physician authorization form from the health office or download from the health services website http://www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8183

Health Questionnaire / Students with Health Concerns -Health questionnaires – it is extremely important that parents/ guardians complete the annual health questionnaire and emergency information form. -Students with known health concerns- the School Registered Nurse Consultants write Health Care Plans (HCP) for students that require specific procedures at school. -All students who have diabetes, seizures, severe allergies, severe asthma or who have any medication (prescription or over the counter) in school should have a HCP. Other disorders may also have specific precautions which would require a HCP. Please contact the school Health Clerk or School Nurse if you have concerns about your child’s health. -Students with severe asthma, severe allergies, seizure disorder or diabetes – forms are available from the health office or on the health services website for physician completion http:// www.greeleyschools.org/Page/8183

33 Immunizations - Immunizations are an important part of our children’s health care and Colorado Law requires that children going to school be vaccinated to prevent vaccine-preventable disease. Students are not permitted to attend school with meeting immunization requirements or having a signed personal, medical, or religious exemption. - If parents have concerns about immunizations and vaccine safety, visit www.immunizeforgood.com the Colorado immunization program’s website is located at www.coloradoimmunizations.com . - Schools work hard to ensure compliance with the immunization laws. Your help in providing updated immunization records at school registration and when your child receives additional vaccine(s) is greatly appreciated.

Screenings - Hearing and vision screenings are conducted annually by health services staff including District Audiolo- gist. The following are screened: Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 5, all new students, and students with special education needs – per the State of Colorado guidelines. - Glasses when prescribed by an eye care professional are extremely crucial to student success. Please make sure students wear them daily at school. - Students who do not pass vision screening will receive a “referral” for follow-up care. Students who do not pass hearing screening will continue to be monitored by the school audiologist. Loaned Clothing - The health office has a limited supply of extra clothing for accidents. Please wash and return these clothes at your earliest convenience.

Parent Health Resources - Health office staff are happy to assist parents in finding health information and access to health care. School Wellness - Research shows that children perform better in school when they eat healthy and are physically active. To support academic achievement and healthy living, District 6 offers exciting wellness opportunities for both students and employees. Please visit www.greeleyschools.org/wellness.

When to keep your child home/ Exclusion from school for health reasons Healthy children learn better. The following exclusion guidelines will be utilized to determine if a student should be sent home because of illness.

Symptom Exclusion Guidelines

Cough Recommended for students experiencing severe, uncontrolled coughing or wheezing, or difficulty breathing. Diarrhea Recommended for students with other symptoms in addition to diarrhea such as: vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, the diarrhea cannot be contained in a toilet, there is blood or mucus in the stool. Student should be diarrhea free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school. Fever (defined as a tem- Recommended if the student has symptoms in addition to the fever such perature >100.5 F orally) as a rash, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. Student should be fever free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school. Mouth Sores Recommended if student is drooling uncontrollably. Rash Recommended if student has symptoms in addition to the rash such as behavioral change, fever, joint pain, bruising not associated with injury, or if the rash is open and oozing. Stomach Ache Recommended if the pain is severe, if the pain appears after an injury, Abdominal Pain or if the student had symptoms in addition to the stomach ache such as vomiting, fever, diarrhea, etc. Swollen Glands Recommended if the student has symptoms in addition to the swollen glands such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, fever, etc. Vomiting Generally recommended if the student has vomited more than 2 times in 24 hours, if the vomit is green or bloody, if the student had a recent head injury, or if the student has symptoms in addition to the vomiting such as fever, diarrhea, stomach ache, etc. Student should be vomit free for 24 hours without medication before returning to school. Earache No exclusion necessary

34 Headache No exclusion necessary. Contact nurse if headache is persistent, severe, is accompanied by other symptoms or if the student has a health care plan. Lice Exclusion is for children found with live head lice only. Data does not support school exclusion for nits (lice eggs). Contagious Illness Students on antibiotics for contagious illnesses, such as strep throat, tonsillitis, bronchitis, pinkeye or pneumonia, must stay home until antibiotic has been taken for 24 hours. All skin lesions must be covered by a bandage or clothing during the school day. This may include impetigo, ring worm, scabies, and other fungal, bacterial or viral skin infections.

Other considerations Consider exclusion if: The student is unable to participate comfortably in usual activities The student requires more medical care than the school personnel are able to provide The student has a high fever, behavioral changes, persistent cry- ing, difficulty breathing, uncontrolled coughing, or other signs suggesting a severe illness. The student is ill with a potentially contagious disease and exclusion is recommended by a health care provider, the state or local public health agency.

Source: *Adapted from CDPHE - Infectious Disease Guidelines in Public D6 Exclusion Guidelines Schools, Revised Dec. 2004. 08022012 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/NurseHealth.asp#infect

35 inclement weather procedures

School Closures and Delayed Starts Occasionally, winter weather in northern Colorado can cause severe enough conditions that we have to consider closing schools or delaying the start of schools. This decision could be made because of significant snowfall, dangerous road conditions, or extreme cold.

Deciding whether to close or delay the start of schools is always done with the safety of students, parents and staff in mind. District staff will do everything they can to make a decision as early as possible to allow parents to make alternative plans.

School Closure If schools are closed for the day because of weather, students will remain home. Generally, this also means that all other school activities, such as after-school clubs, sports, practices, etc. are also canceled for that day. The lost instructional time may need to be made up later in the year in order to meet the State of Colorado's minimum requirements for annual instructional time for students.

Two Hour Delayed Start If schools will open on a two-hour delayed start, then students should arrive at school two hours later than their normal start times. A delayed start could be used if weather or road conditions are severe overnight but expected to improve in the morning. On a delayed-start day, school buses will run their routes two hours later than normal. Parents who drive their children to school should drop their children off two hours later than the normal time.

Notification If schools are to be closed or put on a two-hour delayed start because of poor weather and road conditions, then that decision will be announced by these means:

A posting on the district's main website www.greeleyschools.org Postings to the district's social media sites: Twitter and Facebook A recorded message on the district's main telephone number: 970-348-6000 Notification to local and metro-Denver area radio and television stations Notification to The Greeley Tribune newspaper

Following is a list of radio and television stations that have agreed to broadcast any closure announcement: RADIO STATIONS: KFKA – 1310 AM KUNC – 91.5 FM KUAD – 99.1 FM

TRI 102 – 102.5 FM KGRE – 1450 AM KJJD – 1170 AM KOA – 850 AM

TELEVISION STATIONS: Channel 2- KWGN Channel 4-KCNC Channel 7-KMGH Channel 9-KUSA FOX 31-KDVR

In the event of a closure of schools, the Superintendent will determine when the school time will be made up.

IF SCHOOL IS NOT CANCELLED AND THE WEATHER IS BAD ENOUGH TO WARRANT AN “INSIDE” DAY, WE WILL PLACE THE NOTIFICATION SIGN OUTSIDE BY ENTRANCES TO THE SCHOOL. WHEN THE CHILDREN ARRIVE IN THE MORNING AND SEE THE NOTIFICATION SIGN OUT, THEY ARE TO REPORT DIRECTLY TO THE GYMNASIUM. If the temperature remains below 20 degrees, considerable precipitation or other adverse weather conditions, it will be an inside day as determined by the staff for noon recess and other recesses as well.

Students should dress appropriately for Colorado’s ever changing weather. In winter months, a warm morning can quickly change into a winter blizzard. Since students are outside before and after school as well as during recess, appropriate dress would include hats, gloves, and winter coats. Snow boots should also be worn for outdoor activities in the winter. If you are in need of any of these items, please let us know in the office and we can help supply you with these items. If your child is well enough to attend school, he/she will be required to participate in recess outside.

SECTION 5: Nutrition

Nutrition Services

Weld County School District 6 Nutrition Services Department is taking a proactive approach to offering healthier and fresher foods for the students in our community. Our ‘home-cooked’ meals are prepared fresh daily utilizing whole, natural ingredients. Eliminating processed foods and replacing them with items made ‘from scratch’ has allowed the department to significantly reduce the amount of sodium, preservatives and other artificial ingredients that are served to our students. In addition, the Nutri- tion Services Department continues to expand its Farm to School Program by purchasing fresh produce from local growers. This provides our students with the freshest fruits and vegetables possible, while also supporting the local community. If you ever have a question, concern or want to give some general feedback, please contact us at [email protected] or call the Nutri- tion Office at 970.348.6600.

Nutrition Services aims to “Fuel the Future of Our Students” with healthy, nourishing foods that provide their bodies with the nu- trients they need to grow, learn and succeed in the classroom! Thank you for allowing your student to dine with us. Here is some additional information about our program:

2017-2018

Elementary School 1 Day 5 Days 10 days 20 days 80 days

Lunch $ 2.75 $ 13.75 $ 27.50 $ 55.00 $ 220.00 Reduced Lunch K-5 FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE

Adult Lunch $ 3.50 $ 17.50 $ 35.00 $ 70.00 $ 280.00 Milk $.60

Low Balance/Charging Policy If your student’s meal balance begins to run low, nutrition staff will provide verbal reminders to students and utilize auto-call and low-balance letters to communicate the need for additional funds to be placed on the meal account. However, from time to time a student’s meal account may have insufficient funds to cover the cost of a meal. Our policy in District 6 is to allow Elementary students to charge up to two (2) breakfast and two (2) lunch meals, Middle School students to charge one (1) breakfast and one (1) lunch and we extend no charging privileges for high school students. All meal charges are to be paid in full by the end of the school year.

Meal Payments Payments to your student’s account may be made a number of ways: Cash can be sent with your student to pay for each meal and/or be placed on their meal account. Checks are accepted at all schools for meal accounts. Credit/Debit cards are accepted online at www.greeleyschools.org Please allow 24 hours for payment to post to your students’ meal account.

Free & Reduced Meal Benefits Your student(s) may qualify to receive their breakfast and lunch meals for free or at a reduced rate. Meal Benefit Applications are mailed to each district household approximately 30 days prior to the start of the new school year and are also available in the school office and cafeteria and online on the district’s website. Only one application per household is necessary. Application processing can take up to 10 business days with families responsible for all meal costs until the application is approved. Once approved, meal benefits are in effect for the entire school year and carry over for the first thirty (30) days into the next school year. https://d6applyformeals.greeleyschools.org/

Wellness Policy Research shows that children perform better in school when they eat healthy and are physically active. To support academic achievement and healthy living, Weld County School District 6 offers exciting wellness opportunities for both students and employees. With devotion to wellness programming for the entire district, healthy initiatives are changing behaviors for life. District 6 has strategies in place to improve eating habits, increase physical activity, and provide a healthier school atmosphere. For more information about the wellness program, please visit www.greeleyschools.org/wellness

37 Breakfast in the Classroom

Recent legislation in the state of Colorado will require all schools that have 70% or more of their students who qualify for meal benefits to offer breakfast during the school day for free. Aside from this new law, studies have shown that children who eat breakfast and lunch do better in school. By providing breakfast to all children at no charge, we are hoping to create a better learning environment for our students.

Even though the meals are free of charge, the quality of the meals will be of the same high standards of those at other district schools. Students at Scott will be offered the same fresh, prepared-from-scratch menu items as students in other District 6 Elementary schools.

How are we able to afford to offer free meals at Scott? Federal Reimbursement- The Nutrition Services department receives a meal reimbursement for every meal served to a student. High Participation- As we serve more meals, we become more efficient. Serving the entire student body generates additional revenue with minimal added expense for additional labor and food supplies. High return rate of Free & Reduced Meal applications. Parents/Guardians, this is where your help is greatly needed. If you haven’t done so already this year, it is important that you take time to submit a completed meal application to determine if your child qualifies to receive Free or Reduced lunches. Meal applications are available from the school office and kitchen or online at https://www.applyforlunch.com/ Application Healthy Snacks in the Classroom

The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program (FFVP) will be returning to Scott Elementary for the 2017- 2018 school year! This program is provided via the District 6 Nutrition Services Department four days per week. Scott Elementary students will receive a fresh fruit or vegetable snack in their classrooms each afternoon on specified FFVP days (Tuesdays-Fridays). This fantastic program allows students to receive tasty and nutritious snacks to help fuel their brains for learning throughout the entire school day!

Section 6: transportation

Bus Transportation

No bus transportation will be provided this year to and from school. Students may ride the bus for field trips. The most critical rules are:

* Bottoms must be on the seat. * Keep hands, feet and all other items to one’s self. * Talk in a quiet voice.

Bus riding privileges may be denied to any child who does not use appropriate behavior while waiting for the bus or while on the school bus. (Bus rules also apply to field trips where transportation is provided.)

The Transportation Department requires that a written note from the parent, and approved by the office, be presented to the bus driver for any student wishing to ride a bus on which they are not a regular passenger. If you have questions/concerns, please call the district Transportation at the following number:

DISTRICT 6 TRANSPORTATION - 348-6800

BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, SCOOTERS AND ROLLERBLADES: Students in grades 3, 4 and 5 are welcome to ride bikes, skateboards, scooters and rollerblades to school. We expect the following behavior from students using this equipment:  Walk bikes and scooters when on school grounds.  Carry skateboards, rollerblades and scooters when on school grounds.  Remove rollerblades when on school grounds.  Wear appropriate safety equipment.  Lock bikes during the day in the bike corral.

39 Section 7: getting involved

Visitors at Scott

Visiting School and Volunteers Parents and community members are always welcome visitors at our school. Your visits give all of our children the feeling that what they do in school is important. We invite you to get involved and help with the great happenings at our school. To get involved at our school, contact our volunteer coordinator by e-mailing get- [email protected] or going to the volunteer website www.greeleyschools.org/volunteertoday. You might consider joining the PTO, or let your child’s teacher know you’re available whenever help is needed. When our parents are involved, all of our school community will benefit. A cooperative effort between school and home has a positive impact on your child’s academic growth.

Visitors: You will check-in at the front office, and sign into our visitor’s kiosk computer. This will ensure we have a quality real-time record of who is in our building. As a visitor you will receive a daily visitor’s sticker and be invited to enjoy time with your student.

Volunteers: The School’s Matter-Get Involved program encourages parents and community members to give their time, knowledge and abilities for the benefit of students in our schools. Whether you have students in the district or not, District 6 welcomes your involvement. Individual school volunteers help support a high-quality educational environment in our schools. If you are looking for a one-time project or an on-going experience there is something for you. Volunteers can:  Help in classrooms  Chaperone field trips and school activities  Assist in science and computer labs  Help tutor students  Take part in career fairs  Serve on one of the various district committees

Online Registration and Background Check All volunteers in the Greeley-Evans School District must register online and pass a criminal background check before volunteering in a school. Once registered, volunteers can update their profile, change their volunteer prefer- ences and change the schools where they volunteer. You can read the board policy or the Frequently Asked Ques- tions for more information. Thank you for your time and support. It makes a difference!

School Accountability Committee

The School Accountability Committee (SAC) is responsible for making recommendations to the principal concerning priorities for spending school funds, making recommendations concerning the preparation of the school’s Im- provement plan, and meeting at least quarterly to discuss implementation of the school’s plan and other progress pertinent to the school’s accreditation contract with the local school board

Scott Parent Teacher Organization

We are very proud to have very active and supportive parents at Scott. There are many areas in which parent involvement is encouraged. The PTO meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. with discussions on topics including fundraisers, budget, school improvement plans, and technology. We welcome and encourage your participation in school decision making at these meetings. Please mark the dates on your calendar and plan to attend.

Serving as President this year is Darrell Gesick.