LEBANON SCHOOL DISTRICT 1000 SOUTH EIGHTH STREET LEBANON, PA 17042 H.O.P.E. Help One Person Every Day 717/273-9391 Code of Student Conduct and Handbook for Elementary Students 2018-2019 Elementary Principals Mike Reager - Harding Elementary Pedro Cruz – Henry Houck Elementary Neil Young – Northwest Elementary Michael Habecker – Southeast Elementary Craig Coletti – Southwest Elementary Table of Contents I. Introduction Table of Contents ..................................................................................................... 2 Letter from Superintendent .................................................................................. 3 Letter from Principals ............................................................................................. 5 Mission Statement and Core Beliefs ..................................................................... 6 II. Code of Student Discipline and Responsibilities Philosophy .................................................................................................................. 7 Student Responsibilities ......................................................................................... 7 III. Attendance Procedures and Responsibilities Absence Procedures ................................................................................................. 8 Definitions ................................................................................................................. 9 Tardiness Procedures to School ...........................................................................10 Tardiness Procedures to Class ..............................................................................10 Time Doors Open .....................................................................................................10 Early Dismissals .......................................................................................................10 Late Pickup................................................................................................................ 11 IV. Bus Regulations .............................................................................................................. 11 V. Inclement Weather .......................................................................................................12 VI. Policies and Procedures Attendance – Policy #204 ......................................................................................13 Bullying – Policy #218.5 (Safe Schools) ...............................................................13 Cafeteria Procedures ..............................................................................................14 Complaint Process – Policy #219; #906...............................................................15 Dress Code – Policy #221 .......................................................................................16 Drugs/Alcohol/Substance Awareness & Abuse – Policy #227 ........................18 Epinephrine Auto-Injectors – Policy #210.1 .......................................................18 Gang Activity – Policy #218.1 ................................................................................18 Honors .......................................................................................................................19 Internet Access Policy .........................................................................................19 Parent Involvement Policy – Policy #918 .............................................................19 Promotion & Retention – Policy #215 ...................................................................19 School Visitation – Policy #916 and #918 .......................................................... 20 Smoking – Policy #222........................................................................................... 20 Student Discipline – Policy #218 ......................................................................... 20 Technology Procedures ...........................................................................................21 Use of Bicycles and Motor Vehicles – Policy #223 ...........................................21 Weapons – Policy #233 ..........................................................................................21 VII. Special Education Programs and Services .......................................................... 22 VIII. Integrated Pest Management Compliance .......................................................... 26 IX. Students with Re-Occurring Disciplinary Problems.......................................... 26 X. Disciplinary Structure/PBIS ................................................................................ 29 XI. Forms To Be Signed and Returned ...................................................................... 32 2 Dear Lebanon School District Families and Friends, The Lebanon School District has a long, proud history in Pennsylvania, and has produced many successful graduates that have accomplished much in their lives all over the world. Today’s students have even more opportunities, and we are excited about what the future holds for them! Each day of the school year is an important day, where learning and growth occur. We know that when our families work with us, our students feel supported and encouraged to do their best. Create a space at home for your child(ren) to do homework, and ensure they come to school on-time, ready to learn each and every single day. Finally, encourage your child(ren) to work hard and be involved in our learning community by participating in our vast array of activities such as sports, the arts and our after-school offerings. Our goal is to help each student succeed, and to be proud of his or her academic and personal accomplishments. In order to meet this goal, we strive to provide a positive learning environment that is based on mutual respect. To establish a positive learning environment for our students, various district policies and practices such as a Code of Student Conduct are necessary. This handbook highlights those policies and practices. Students and parents, please review this handbook together. We have found it most successful when everyone knows what to expect as creating a safe and positive learning environment for all students requires a team approach. Let’s work together in making this happen. You will see our Five Educational Priorities, which were developed out of an extensive SWOT Analysis that was conducted during the 2017-2018 school year. Our staff is excited about implementing the priorities and corresponding changes to ensure we achieve our mission, which is to prepare our students to be life-long learners and responsible citizens. On behalf of the Board of School Directors, welcome back Cedars! Very truly yours, Arthur W. C. Abrom, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools 3 4 Dear Students and Parent/Guardians: - Please review the important information found in the Student Conduct and Handbook packet. The clearly written policies and procedures allow us to work in partnership to keep our students safe and motivated to learn. We are asking that you support us by going over the information yourself and then sharing this information with your child/children. We are certain that with our mutual efforts explaining why these rules are important to follow, our children will really understand and be motivated to learn and behave appropriately at school. Thank you in advance for your support. If you have any questions regarding these policies and procedures, we can be reached at 717/273-9391. Sincerely, Mike Reager Pedro Cruz Neil Young Michael Habecker Craig Coletti Harding Henry Houck Northwest Southeast Southwest Mr. Reager – [email protected] Mr. Cruz – [email protected] Mr. Young – [email protected] Mr. Habecker – [email protected] Mr. Coletti – [email protected] 5 The following information is taken from our Strategic Plan, which serves as our guide for the next year. Mission Statement Building on our tradition of educational excellence, the mission of the Lebanon School District is to challenge students to continually develop their skills as lifelong learners and responsible citizens. District Goal H.O.P.E. - Help One Person Every Day Student Achievement is our goal. Our number one indicator is for all of our students to have the necessary training, knowledge, and skills for their chosen path: post secondary education or career. Core Beliefs Regarding Student Learning: * We believe all students should be able to demonstrate at least a year’s academic growth in a year’s time, evident through ongoing assessment data. * We believe that nearly all students can achieve, reaching proficiency or advanced levels on annual state assessments. * We believe that it is our shared responsibility as a community to provide the necessary time and resources to ensure that all students achieve. * We believe in the education of the whole child, understanding that the development of intellect and character are essential to our community and country. Regarding Relationships among Stakeholders: * We believe that our schools should be welcoming places that encourage family and community involvement. * We believe that the community and our schools share the responsibility of building the developmental assets in our children and that working together we can positively impact the future. * We believe that stakeholders in our learning community will conduct themselves with respect and with the students’ best interests