C.R. Orendorf Elementary School 2012 - 2013 Student Handbook C.R. Orendorf Elementary School (CRO) 101 South Hartman Street Manchester, PA 17345 PH #: (717) 266-5621 FAX #: (717) 266-2058 PRINCIPAL: Todd Monos, Ed. D. SECRETARY: Mary Hyatt GUIDANCE COUNSELOR: Amy Nohe School Day: 8:40 AM – 3:25 AM Supervision for students begins at 8:25 AM Walkers are dismissed at 3:15 PM Early Dismissal: 8:40 AM – 1:25 PM Walkers are dismissed at 1:25 PM Page 1 of 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Principal’s Welcome Letter 3 PTO President’s Welcome Letter 4 School Calendar 5 2012-2013 Orendrof Elementary Faculty & Staff 6 PTO Contact Information 7 PTO Basics 8 PTO Committee Descriptions 8 Attendance 9 Absences and Excuses 9 Work Missed During an Absence 9 Homebound Instruction 9 Excused Absences for Travel 9 Cafeteria 9-10 Concerts/Performances 10 Express Mail 10 Fire Drill Procedures 10 Grading System 10 Medical Information 10 Communicable Diseases 11 Dismissal for Medical Appointments 11 Health Services Provided 11 Medication at School 11 Numbered Day Schedule 12 Parent Concerns 12 Parent Teacher Conference 12 Parent Visitation 12 Reading: Accelerated Reading 12 Recess 13 School Bus Conduct 13 School Closing – Weather 13 School Pictures 13 School Spirit Days 14 Special Education Services 14 Special Services 14 Title 1 14 Student Dress 14 Walkers Information 15 General Rules for Students 15 SAFE – Respecting Self, Adults, Fellow Students, 16 and the Environment Discipline-In Accordance with the 2012-2013 17-18 Norhteastern School District Calendar NESD Wellness Policy 18-19 Page 2 of 19 PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME LETTER Dear Students and Orendorf Community, Welcome back to an electrifying year at Orendorf Elementary School. Northeastern School District continues to be committed to The Bobcat Way: 100% of our students will graduate and be fully prepared for a post-secondary education. The staff and I are especially thrilled that you have entrusted your student’s education to us. We will do whatever it takes to help our students achieve academically and socially this school year. Orendorf Elementary thrives on shaping the future one child at a time. As the first teachers in your student’s grade school life, we need your support and cooperation. Orendorf has an excellent teaching staff with a wealth of knowledge. We also have an excellent support staff that work in different capacities to support your student’s learning. I encourage you to become active in our PTO this year by donating whatever resources and/or time to the various activities throughout the year. Our assemblies, programs, and field trips are owed in large part to the efforts of this dedicated group. Finally, if your child needs additional support, or if you have a concern, please contact their teacher. We will support your child using the necessary means. Orendorf Elementary School is fortunate to have resources to support students and their families. I am easily accessible to all of you. I will meet with you at your convenience. Please remember that the focal point at Orendorf is your student. I will always do my best to keep your child’s best interest at heart when making decisions. Welcome to Orendorf! Let’s see to it that our children's journey towards graduation begins with small, enjoyable steps. Todd D. Monos, Ed. D. Principal GETTING TO KNOW DR. MONOS Family: Liz and I have been married for 11 years (June 9, 2001). We were high school sweethearts, although we attended different high schools (Liz-Mt. Calvary ‘96 & Todd- Palmyra ‘96). We also attended different colleges. Liz attended Elizabethtown College (2000), while I attended Bloomsburg University (1999). Liz is a licensed social worker. She worked as a counselor at Manito Academy (’01-03) and the Clinical Director for the start of River Rock Academy (’04-06). Presently, Liz is a School Based Outpatient Therapist for T.W. Ponessa & Associates Counseling Services. We spend our “out of school” time rd raising our two wonderful children, Grace (8 – 3 Grade) and Carter (4). Our family also includes a Chocolate Lab named Charlie. Hobbies: My hobbies revolve around playing and watching sports. My mother is a retired Guidance Counselor. My father is the head football coach of Lebanon Valley College. My brother is the southeast regional scout for the New Orleans Saints. My father-in-law is a diehard season ticket holder for West Virginia football. Needless to say, I love sports I enjoy golfing and playing basketball for recreation. Aside from sports, my family enjoys vacationing at Rehoboth Beach, the Outer Banks (NC), and Deep Creek Lake (MD) in the summer. Miscellaneous: Date of Birth: Jan. 9, 1978 Favorites: Music - All kinds Food - Seafood & Sushi TV Show - ESPN Sports Center Sports - Basketball & Football Colors - Orange & Black (same as Northeastern & Palmyra) Page 3 of 19 PTO PRESIDENT’S WELCOME LETTER Dear Orendorf Parents/Guardians, The Orendorf Elementary PTO’s Officers and Committee Chairs would like to welcome all new and returning students to an exciting year ahead at Orendorf during the 2012-2013 school year. This student handbook will help you answer questions you may have regarding you and your child. Please read the handbook and be sure to review the policies and rules with your child for their safety. This year the PTO Executive Board is made up of myself, Chrissy Zimmerman-President, Louise Lubaszewski- Vice President, Jessica Eberly-Treasurer, and Cindy Kinney- Secretary. We are looking forward to another great school year and we’re hoping you, the parent, will find one way or the other to become involved. One of our goals this year is to promote more parent involvement between our parents and teachers. With everyone’s help, we know this goal can be achieved. A few ways you can get involved in the Orendorf community is by volunteering in your child’s classroom, volunteering and/or attending family events, supporting fundraisers (which help to pay for your child’s field trips, including the bussing to get there, technology in the school, new equipment, and teacher requests), and attending our monthly PTO meetings. Both Moms and Dads are welcome to get involved. Studies have found that the more parents that get involved with their child’s lives, the happier they will be. Every parent will be receiving a PTO Membership form. We encourage you to fill it out and return it to school with your child. Membership is open to all parents, guardians, and family members of a child enrolled at Orendorf Elementary. As a member, you are encouraged to join us at our monthly PTO meetings, which are held the first Monday of every month at 6:00PM in the school library on the second floor. Meetings follow an agenda and there is always time for everyone’s input, ideas, and opinions. We will be sending home a PTO Post newsletter each month so you are always up to date with any and all PTO information, including upcoming events. If at any time you have questions, concerns, ideas, or comments, I would love to hear from you. Communication is the key to success so feel free to contact me at any time by phone (266-9754) or by e-mail: [email protected]. For information about Orendorf Elementary and its PTO, please visit the website at: www.nesd.k12.pa.us or join our facebook page: Orendorf Elementary PTO. I am looking forward to a super year and hope you can help our PTO achieve our goals! Sincerely, Chrissy Zimmerman Orendorf Elementary PTO President Page 4 of 19 2012 – 2013 ORENDORF CALENDAR (Approved: March, 2012) August 23 Early Dismissal 1:25 PM 21 Kindergarten Orientation 4:00 - 6:00 PM 24 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 27 Building Preview 4:00 - 6:00 PM 29 Report Card Distribution Day - 28 First Day of School (K Screening by Appt.) 8:25 AM 29 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 28 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - February September 4 PTO Meeting (Library) 6:00 PM 3 No School (Holiday) - 6 Early Dismissal (Conferences) 1:25 PM 4 Market Day pick-up 7:00 PM 6 AR Night 6:00 – 8:00 PM 6 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 7 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 10 PTO Meeting (Library) 6:00 PM 7 Early Dismissal (Conferences) 1:25 PM 12 Back to School Night (Gr. 1-3 ONLY) 6:30 - 7:45 PM 12 Market Day pick-up 7:00 PM 13 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 13 Early Dismissal 1:25 PM 19 Early Dismissal 1:25 PM 14 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 20 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 14 Valentine’s Day Parties 2:00 - 3:00 PM 21 Family Fun Night 6:00 PM 15 No School (Snow Make-up) - 27 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 18 No School (Holiday) - October 21 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 1 PTO Meeting (Library) 6:00 PM 22 Family Bingo Night 6:00-8:00 PM 2 Market Day pick-up 7:00 PM 28 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 4 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - March 8 No School (Holiday) - 4 PTO meeting (Library) 6:00 PM 11 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 6 Early Dismissal 1:25 PM 12 Family Movie Night 6:00-8:00 PM 7 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 16 Fall Picture Day - 12 Market Day pick-up 7:00 PM 17 Early Dismissal 1:25 PM 14 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 17 Skating Party 6:00 - 8:00 PM 15 Family Movie Night 6:00 - 8:00 PM 18 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 19 AR Night 6:00 - 7:30 PM 25 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 20 K Parent Info Meeting (2013-14) 7:00 PM 30 Market Day pick-up 7:00 PM 21 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 31 Halloween Party & Parade 1:30 - 3:00 PM 28 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 31 Last Day of 1st Marking Period - 28 Last Day of 3rd Marking Period Tentative November 28 Early Dismissal 1:25 PM 1 No School (Report Card Prep.) - 29 No School (Holiday) - 2 No School (Staff Development) - April 5 PTO Meeting (Library) 6:00 PM 1 No School - 6 Report Card Distribution Day - 2 No School (Report Card Prep.) - 6 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 3 No School (Staff Development) - 7 Early Dismissal (Conferences) 1:25 PM 4 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 7 AR Night 6:00 – 8:00 PM 8 PTO meeting (Library) 6:00 PM 8 Early Dismissal (Conferences) 1:25 PM 9 Express Mail (Please sign and return) - 14 Early Dismissal 1:25 PM - PSSA – Math / Reading (Gr.