Buckeye Local School District Elementary Student Handbook 2018-2019 School Website www.buckeyelocal.net Page 1 The information in this handbook is important. Please read each page carefully and follow the rules and regulations set for your school. This handbook is the property of: Name: _____________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________________________ Homeroom Teacher: ____________________________________ Grade: __________ Mission Statement Educating young people is the number one priority of Buckeye Local Schools. The District's mission is used to guide the educational programs at the district and building levels and reads as follows: The Mission of the Buckeye Local School District is to educate its students at all levels through an educational process that will allow our children to possess the skills and knowledge which will enable them to enjoy learning and encourage the continuation of this process throughout their lives, while maintaining the traditions and values of the diverse communities in which they live. We believe that students must be prepared to live in an ever-changing technological society, where learning is a lifelong necessity allowing individuals to become effective contributors to families and communities. Vision Statement Our vision is for all students to reach their full potential in academics and careers. Our vision will be supported by a competent, caring, and highly-qualified staff. We will provide an environment rich in technology, that fosters partnerships linking family, community, higher education, and businesses which develop independent lifelong learners. The Buckeye Local School District hereby gives notice that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex and disability in the educational programs, employment practices and activities operated by the district. Page 2 Table of Contents Acceleration Policy ............................................................................................................................................. 23 Asbestos Management/Inspection Statement ...................................................................................................... 28 Assessment Program ............................................................................................................................................ 22 Beginning School for the First Time ................................................................................................................... 23 Bullying and other Forms of Aggressive Behavior ............................................................................................. 28 Change of Address, Telephone number or Guardianship .................................................................................... 21 Chewing Gum ........................................................................................................................................................ 8 Computer Network / Internet Acceptable Use Guidelines ................................................................................... 27 Conferences ......................................................................................................................................................... 12 Early Childhood Education .................................................................................................................................. 25 Early Dismissals – Emergency School Closings ................................................................................................. 12 Emergency Forms ................................................................................................................................................ 21 Excuses from Events ........................................................................................................................................... 21 Excusing from school or class/leaving School Grounds ...................................................................................... 11 Field Trips ........................................................................................................................................................... 22 Grades and Grading ............................................................................................................................................. 13 Homework / Make up work ................................................................................................................................. 11 Immunization ....................................................................................................................................................... 20 Insurance .............................................................................................................................................................. 22 Internet Access .................................................................................................................................................... 26 K-12 Attendance / Absence Policy ........................................................................................................................ 9 K-6 Discipline Requlation ................................................................................................................................... 17 Lunch Time ........................................................................................................................................................... 5 Making Judgments ............................................................................................................................................... 20 Medication ........................................................................................................................................................... 22 Musicals ............................................................................................................................................................... 21 Network Guidelines ............................................................................................................................................. 27 Panther Honors Club ........................................................................................................................................... 14 Promotion and Retention ..................................................................................................................................... 14 PTA / PTO Involvement ...................................................................................................................................... 19 Regulations at the Bus Stop ................................................................................................................................... 5 Regulations on the School Bus .............................................................................................................................. 6 Report Cards ........................................................................................................................................................ 12 Reporting to the Office .......................................................................................................................................... 5 Scheduled School Day ........................................................................................................................................... 5 School Behavior .................................................................................................................................................. 15 School Bus Transportation .................................................................................................................................... 5 School Calendar ..................................................................................................................................................... 4 School Property ................................................................................................................................................... 20 School Supplies ................................................................................................................................................... 19 Solicitation of Funds ............................................................................................................................................ 22 Special Services ................................................................................................................................................... 25 Student Appearance ............................................................................................................................................... 7 Student Progress Reports ..................................................................................................................................... 12 Student Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... 21 Title I Parent Involvement Policy ........................................................................................................................ 32 Transportation to and from school ......................................................................................................................... 6 Underage Admission to School ..........................................................................................................................