Dayton Elementary School Parent/Student Handbook 2018-2019 Dayton School District No. 2 Dayton Elementary School District Mission The mission of the Dayton School District is to promote academic excellence, active citizenship, and provide all students with the opportunity to become productive members of society. Dayton Elementary Vision and Mission Our Vision for Dayton Elementary is to work in cooperation with families and the community to provide an educational foundation that enables all our students to succeed in school and beyond. Our daily mission is to share with students, parents and community members the responsibility of educating our students in a safe, caring and respectful environment, with high expectations for academics and social behavior. We believe and commit to: accepting the challenge of helping all learners succeed viewing children and youth as human beings first, students second learning and implementing a broad range of instructional methods and curricular materials discarding what does not work or is no longer relevant using meaningful and comprehensive data to make decisions creating a sustaining culture of continued self-examination respecting parents, family, and community members as partners in education of children creating opportunities for broad-based staff involvement in decision making establishing a shared vision of education within the school supporting all staff members and holding them accountable to the Schoolwide Plan assisting adults who are threatened or challenged by changes occurring in our school Dayton School District No. 2 Dayton Elementary School Administration District Phone Numbers Superintendent, Doug Johnson 382-2543 Administration 382-2543 Business Mgr. Paula Moisio 382-2543 Administration Fax 382-2081 MS/HS Principal, Kristina Brown 382-4775 MS/HS Office 382-4775 Elem. Principal Denise Smith 382-2507 Elementary Office 382-2507 Assessment Coordinator Ag Shop 382-2757 Bus Garage 382-2292 Kitchen 382-4158 Title IX PTSO Title IX Officer Douglas Johnson President: Tracie Sinkbeil District Officer 504 Kristina Brown Treasurer: Kim Boggs District Officer Denise Smith Secretary: Sarah Ortuno Public Records Paula Moisio Assessments Denise Smith Civil Rights Officer Jana Eaton Board of Directors Chair Katie Leid David Bailey Justin Jaech Fred White Vacant 2 August 29, 2018 Dear Dayton Elementary Families, Welcome to the 2018-19 school year! I’ve always looked forward to the first day of school. This year, even more so, beginning my second year as Dayton Elementary Principal. I have been in education for 23 years. I am continually amazed by the commitment to students and passion for success I have seen from the staff in Dayton. I look forward to another amazing year! There have been some exciting changes to grade configuration. I would like to welcome our new teachers, Mrs. Stone at 2rd grade and Mrs. Reser at 5th grade. Many teachers have moved to a new grade level or position: Kindergarten-Mrs. Heitstuman and Mrs. McGhan, 1st grade- Mrs. Payne and Mrs. Laib, 2nd grade- Mrs. Bryan and Mrs. Stone, 3rd Grade- Mr. Bryan and Mrs. Ortuno, 4th grade- Ms. Olson, 4/5 Multi-age- Mrs. Richards, 5th grade- Mrs. Reser and Leading the Title 1/LAP Intervention Program- Mrs. Ramirez. Student success is dependent on families, schools and communities working together toward the same goals. Anytime a child is late or misses school, they are missing valuable learning experiences. Establishing routines that say “school is a priority” is important for their success. These include students arriving to school on time, completing daily homework, and establishing regular communication with your child’s teacher. The Parent/Student Handbook will be a valuable reference tool to keep handy throughout the school year. It has important information about programs, procedures, and district policies. If you are unable to find an answer any questions you may have, feel free to contact the school office at any time. We welcome visitors at any time. Please remember for the safety of our students and staff, all guests must sign in and obtain a visitors pass. We look forward to a fun-filled school year. Sincerely, Denise Smith, Principal 3 2018-2019 Fee Schedules ASB Cards Elementary ASB Card- $25.00 Middle & High School ASB Card - $40.00 Sporting Event Fees: Adult Gate Fee - $6.00 Student & Sr. Citizen Gate Fee - $4.00 Individual Pass to sporting events for the year $85.00 *High School Sports Fee - $40.00 per season ($60 for football) with a $75.00 maximum per household per season (Seasons will be fall, winter, & spring sports) *Middle School Sports Fee - $25.00 per season ($75.00 max per family per season which would include families with high school students) *The Dayton School Board of Directors have approved a one year moratorium on sports fees for the 2018-2019 school year. Miscellaneous Fees High School Yearbook – Purchased On-Line Price to be Determined Wood shop/Ag shop/ Metals – fees dependent on project, minimum $15 (Fees cover basic skill materials- all project costs will be the student’s responsibility) Photoshop/Photography Class Fee- fees dependent on project, minimum $15 High School Home Economics Culinary Class - $40.00 Physical Education Uniform Fee - $12.00 Art Class Fee per semester - $15.00 Club Dues Honor Society - $5.00 FBLA - $20.00 FFA - $20.00 Youth & Government - $20.00 FOOD SERVICE: Student Breakfast K-5 - $1.50 Student Breakfast 6-12 - $1.75 Reduced Breakfast - Free Student Lunch K-5 - $2.25 Student Lunch 6-12 - $2.60 Reduced Lunch K-3rd - Free & 4-12 - $.40 Adult Breakfast - $2.50 Adult Lunch - $4.00 Fees and Fines Students will demonstrate care and respect for both personal and school property. Fees and fines will be charged to replace or repair library books, textbooks, musical instruments, or any other 4 item lost or damaged. Registration for the next year will be on hold until payment is received per RCW 28A.87.120 and school district policy #352 Office Hours 7:50 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 7:45 – 8:00 Breakfast Served 8:00 Playground Supervision Begins 8:00-8:10 Open Library for Check Out and Book Returns 8:10 First Bell 8:15 Tardy Bell, School Begins 11:15-12:00 Lunch/Recess for Grades K/1 11:25-12:05 Lunch/Recess for Grades 2/3 11:35-12:15 Lunch/Recess for Grade 4/5 3:00 Dismissal for Grades K-5 3:10 Buses Leave Campus Reminder: There are six late start days this school year. School will start at 10:15 and no breakfast will be served. See the school calendar for specific dates. Staff e-mails are formatted [email protected] (example: [email protected]) Teachers are happy to meet with parents and are available after school until 3:30 p.m. Call or e-mail teachers to schedule an appointment. Staff Qualifications We are proud of our teachers and feel they are ready for the coming school year and are prepared to give your child a high-quality education. As a Title I school, we must meet federal rules related to teacher qualifications. These rules allow you to learn more about your child’s teachers’ training and credentials. We are happy to provide this information to you. At any time, you may ask: Whether the teacher met state qualifications and certification requirements for the grade level and subject he/she is teaching, Whether the teacher received an emergency or conditional certificate through which state qualifications were waived, and What undergraduate or graduate degrees the teacher holds, including graduate certificates and additional degrees, and major(s) or area(s) of concentration. You may also ask whether your child receives help from a paraprofessional. If your child receives this assistance, we can provide you with information about the paraprofessional’s qualifications. If you have any questions about your child’s assignment to a teacher or paraprofessional, please contact your child’s principal at 382-2507. 5 STAFF ASSIGNMENTS Principal PS-5 Denise Smith Elem, Title I, LAP, Highly Capable, ECEAP Preschool, District Assessment Coordinator Secretary: Jeannie Lyonnais Office, Student and Family Support Zarabeth Griffen Office, Student and Family Support CLASSROOMS TEACHERS PARAPROS Special Needs Preschool Brook Lovegren Laraine Holtsclaw and Debbie Maxey ECEAP Family Support, ECEAP Ilene Hall Kindergarten Stephanie Heitstuman ___________________________ DawnMcGhan________________ ____________________________________ 1st Grade Polla Laib Susie Payne 2nd Grade Ginger Bryan Morgan Stone 3rd Grade Paul Bryan Sarah Ortuno 4th Grade Amber Olson 4/5 Multiage Wendy Richards 5th Grade Sarah Reser Computer Hannelee Farrell Physical Education Kathy Mason Music Scott Sumner Library Manager Ashley Kilts Counselor Susan Stege PROGRAMS PARAPROS Title I/LAP Kristin Ramirez Carolyn Laib, Helen Peoples, Christine Rhymes, Sue Richter, Peggy Robanske and Debbie Witt Special Education Martina Paris-Fully, SD123 Director Resource Room: Casey Acevedo, Sara Fortier, Shannon Griffen, Jennifer Finney, Darby Souza and Carrie Henniger Speech/Language: Theresa Kopang Safety Patrol: Laraine Holtsclaw AUXILIARY SERVICES Bus: Danon Griffen and Stephanie Hodges Kitchen: Mikki Smith, Becky Kessinger, Allicia Stapleton Lunch Accounting: Jana Eaton, Food Services Director Nurse: Columbia Health System Custodians: John Delp, Supervisor John Smith, Elementary ___________________________ Jim Gallaher, Elementary and District Grounds Keeper PTSO: President: Tracie Sinkbeil Secretary: Sarah Ortuno Treasurer: Kim Boggs 6 ACADEMIC STANDARDS Basic Education is defined by the legislature. OSPI developed the state standards and oversees assessment of the learning standards, our Essential Academic Learning Standards (EALR’S) incorporate the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics. More information can be found on the OSPI website. WASHINGTON STATE LEARNING GOALS All students will demonstrate ability to… 1. Read with comprehension, write with skill, and communicate effectively and responsibly in a variety of ways and settings; 2. Know and apply the core concepts and principles of mathematics; social, physical, and life sciences; civics and history; geography; arts; and health and fitness; 3.