Special Education Alternative School Student & Parent Handbook 2020-2021 Table of Contents Bridges Academy School – Map and school contact information ………………………………………………….. 2 Amity School – Map and school contact information ……………………………………………………………… 3 New Horizons School – Map and school contact information ………………………………………………………. 4 Bridges Academy School - Student Calendar ………………………………………………………………………… 5 Amity School - Student Calendar …………………………………………………………………………………… 6 New Horizons - Student Calendar ………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 Special Education Alternative School Program Description ………………………………………………………… 8 Alternative School Framework ……………………………………………………………………………………… 8 Academic Framework ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8 Behavioral Framework …………………………………………………………………………………………….... 8 Alternative School Guidelines …………………….………………………………………………………………… 9 - 13 Attendance ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Cell Phones …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Child Abuse and Neglect ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Dangerous Weapons in the School ………………………………………………………………………………. 9 Dress Code ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 Drugs and Alcohol ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 Electronic and Other Devices …………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 Emergency School Closing/Inclement Weather …………………………………………………………………. 10 Extra Curricular and Service Activities …………………………………………………………………………. 11 Homework/Behavior Notebook (optional, as needed) …………………………………………………………… 11 ​ Medication. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11 Meals …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 Money (sent to school from home) ……………………………………………………………………………… 11 Personal Items ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12 School Searches …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 12 Seclusion and Physical Restraint ………………………………………………………………………………… 13 Special Education Alternative School Seclusion/Restraint (S/R) Procedure …………………………………… 14 Program Management Procedures …………………………………………………………………………….. 15 Learner Outcomes ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16 Forms Special Education Alternative Program – Parent/Student Participant Signature ……………………………….. 18 Emergency Contact Information …………………………………………………………………………….. 19 - 20 Permission Slip for Lifetime Activities and Field Trips …………………………………………………………. 21 Student Computer Network System Acceptable Use Agreement ………………………………………………. 22 Electronic Device Policy ………………………………………………………………………………………… 23 Photographing and/or Videotaping Students – Parent Consent Form …………………………………………… 24 Notice of Suspension …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 25 Medication Consent. …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 26 Student Health History Update ………………………………………………………………………………….. 27 8/1/2020 1 of 27 CESA 6 Bridges Academy Grades K-8 Bridges Academy Location: 675 East Rossman Street Hartford, WI 53027 Ph (920) 252-3736 Student Arrival Time: 8:15 a.m. Student Departure Time: 2:45 p.m. School Closing Announcements: School website - www.hartford.k12.wi.us ​ ​ WTMJ-TV4 - www.todaystmj4.com ​ ​ WTMJ am 620-www.620wtmj.com 94.5 Lake FM - www.945lakefm.com ​ ​ WTKM radio - am 1540 or fm104.9 Director of Alternative Programs: Jody Jennerman [email protected] 8/1/2020 2 of 27 CESA 6 Amity School Grades K-12 Amity School Location: W10795 Amity Road Brandon, WI 53919 Ph (920) 346-2860 Student Arrival Time: 8:15 a.m. Student Departure Time: 2:45 p.m. School Closing Announcements: WMRH 1170 AM WBEV 1430 AM KFIZ 1450 AM WPKR 99.5 AM Director of Alternative Programs: Jody Jennerman [email protected] 8/1/2020 3 of 27 CESA 6 New Horizons Grades K-12 New Horizons School Address: 5270 Ann Street Larsen, WI 54947 Ph (920) 836-1980 Student Arrival Time: 8:15 a.m. Student Departure Time: 2:45 p.m. School Closing Announcements: School closings are also posted on Channels Director of Alternative Programs: Jody Jennerman [email protected] 8/1/2020 4 of 27 CESA 6 Bridges Academy | 2020- 2021 Calendar 8/1/2020 5 of 27 CESA 6 Amity School | 2020- 2021 Calendar 8/1/2020 6 of 27 CESA 6 New Horizons | 2020-2021 Calendar 8/1/2020 7 of 27 CESA 6 CESA 6 Special Education Alternative School Program Description: The purpose of the alternative school program is to provide an additional placement option for students with disabilities, grades K-12, who have experienced limited success in another special education program. Students are registered at their home school and enrolled in the alternative program as their class of attendance. Alternative School Framework Provides: ● smaller class sizes/ groups ● fresh start in new setting ● more immediate feedback provided to student ● highly individualized curricular alternatives ● daily social skill instruction ● positive behavioral supports ● highly structured environment to address behavioral needs ● strong peer/staff relationships to enhance student growth ● ongoing communication and collaboration with home school district ● frequent communication with parents Academic Framework: Students’ academic instruction will be individualized per their IEP, following the common core standards. Students grade 9-12 may earn high school credits toward a diploma. Alternative School staff will collaboratively work with the student’s home school district to determine a graduation plan; credits/transcripts are issued by the home district. Behavioral Framework: Alternative Schools use a point level system as a basic structure for behavior management, daily communication, and a data collection system for decision making. 8/1/2020 8 of 27 CESA 6 Alternative School Guidelines Attendance 118.15 Compulsory School Attendance Unless the child has a legal excuse or has graduated from high school, any person having under his/her control a child between the ages of 6 and 18 years of age who has not graduated shall cause such child to attend school regularly, during the full period and hours, religious holiday excepted, that the public or private school in which such a child should be enrolled is in session until the end of the school term (year) of the school year in which the child becomes 18 years of age. 118.16 Truancy Truancy means any absence of all or part of one or more days from school during which the principal or teacher has not been notified of the legal cause of such absence by the parent or guardian of the absent pupil, and also means intermittent attendance carried on for the purpose of defeating the intent of §118.15 ​ 118.18 Habitual Truant “Habitual Truant” means a pupil who is absent from school without an acceptable excuse for part or all of five or more days on which school is held during a school semester. Cell Phones Cell phones must be turned in to staff upon arrival to school each day. “In accordance with ​ ​ ​ Wisconsin State Statute 118.258, students are prohibited from using 2-way communication devices (including cell phones) unless the student is authorized by the principal to use or possess such a device for medical, school, educational or other legitimate uses.” Child Abuse and Neglect The state of Wisconsin requires that all professional staff members report “suspicion” of possible physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of a child, as well as suspected child neglect to appropriate authorities. Dangerous Weapons In the School Students are not allowed any kind of weapon on school grounds, on school buses/vans, or at any school sponsored activity. A weapon is defined as any object or substance that by design and/or use can cause bodily injury or property damage. No look-alike weapons will be permitted on school grounds. Students in violation of the provisions of this section shall be subject to disciplinary actions in accordance with school regulations and legal statutes. 8/1/2020 9 of 27 CESA 6 Dress Code Students are expected to use good judgement in choosing appropriate clothing, jewelry, and grooming at the alternative schools and its functions. Student dress or grooming: ● Should not be disruptive to the learning process. ● Should not negatively affect the health, safety, or security of students or staff in school or its functions. ● Should not impair staff instruction or classroom management. Clothing, jewelry, or grooming that is disruptive to or compromises the educational process in this manner is prohibited and includes, but is not limited to, the following: Clothing or jewelry with references to tobacco products, drugs, sex, gangs, cults, death, and alcohol. Clothing or jewelry that constitutes, encourages, and /or aggravates pupil discrimination under § 118.13 or the Wisconsin Statutes is also prohibited at school or its functions. No caps or other headwear are to be worn inside of the school building. Jackets are to be removed and placed in a location designated by the alternative school. Students must wear shoes at all times. Alternative school staff reserves the right to make final decision on appropriateness of clothing, jewelry, and grooming. Drugs and Alcohol Students are not allowed illegal substances on school grounds, on school buses/vans, or at any school sponsored activity. Parents and law enforcement will be contacted immediately upon verification of possession and/or use. Students in violation of the provisions of this section shall be subject to disciplinary actions in accordance with school regulations and legal statutes. Electronic and Other Devices This includes but is not limited to; laser pointers, MP3 players, iPods, CD players, handheld games, or any other device, which is potentially disruptive to the educational environment, are