SOLEDAD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT STAFF HANDBOOK 2017/2018 DISTRICTWIDE INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Number Mission & Vision………………………………………………………………………………... 1 District Goals………………………………………………………………... 2 STAFF Board of Trustees/Administration/Confidential/ Support/ 3-4 Maintenance……………………………………………………………………………………… 5 ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS Computer Attendance………………………………………………………………………………….. 6-9 Instructional Materials Procedures……………………………………………………………… 9-10 School Site Regulations for Certificated Staff & Pupils…………………………………… 11-14 Emergency Procedures/Fire Drills/Toxic Fume/Earthquake/Code Blue……….. 14-15 Accident & Sudden Illness Procedures………………………………………………………….. 16 Emergency Medical Treatment/Nuisance & Infectious Diseases……………………. 17-19 Student Behavior Policy and Management System………………………………………… 19-23 PERSONNEL Employees’ Annual Performance Review Schedule……………………………… 24 Regulations and Information (including Standards for Customer Service & Health & Welfare Benefits)..................................................................... 25-36 Absence Procedures……………………………………………………................................ 37 Uniform Complaint Procedures………………………………………………………….. 38-53 Awards/Staff Recognition………………………………………………………………….. 54 Staffing…………………………………………………………………........................................ 55-66 BUDGET MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS Budget Overview………………………………………………………................................... 67 Purchasing Procedures, Travel/Reimbursement of Expenses……………… 68-74 Maintenance Requests……………………………………………………………………….. 75 Field Trip Transportation & Procedures for School Site Administrators…………………………………………………………………………….......... 76-78 Soledad Unified School District Vision Statement Soledad Unified School District students will demonstrate high levels of literacy in all academic fields, use effective thinking and productive organizational skills, show positive and healthy personal and civic responsibility, express the ability to be both independent and cooperative, appreciate diverse cultures, and develop meaningful and rewarding social relationships. Our students will achieve their best and be a source of pride for themselves, their parents, their community, and the world. Mission Statement The results of the Soledad Unified School District’s efforts will be evidenced by: Students: Increasing levels of success on standards based achievement measures. Staff: Employ and retain administrators, teachers and support staff who are highly-qualified, dedicated, and effective, hold themselves and students to high personal and academic expectations and demonstrate continuous self improvement that drives program and student success. Educational Program: Provide a vigorous, high-quality, engaging and targeted educational program that prepares our diverse students to meet or exceed district and state standards, and state and national performance targets that teaches the skills to inspire students to be life-long learners, and supports success in higher education, employment, citizenship, and family life. Facilities, equipment, and materials: Provide safe and secure facilities that are clean and well-maintained, well-planned and state-of-the-art; with a sufficient number of current textbooks and instructional materials that are aligned to standards. Learning environment: Maintain a learning environment that is caring, nurturing, and positive, and demonstrates trust, respect, and tolerance among all the schools’ stakeholders. Strategic partnerships: Establish and maintain partnerships with community, business, government leaders, and post secondary institutions that secure and maximize resources and talents. 1 Soledad Unified School District District Goals/LCAP Goals Graduation Rate: Rethink our school structures, time, and space to inspire students and provide personalized and transformational learning experiences and college and career pathways for high school students Proficiency for All SUSD will provide a high quality and comprehensive instructional program Safety All District Departments and school sites will provide a safe and secure environment for all students. Parent Involvement SUSD will ensure students, staff, parents, and the community are both satisfied and engaged. High Quality Staff SUSD will attract, recruit, support and retain a high effective and diverse workforce. Support EL Students & Other Sub Groups Provide Professional Development to support the achievement of ELs and other subgroups who may be struggling academically. 2 As of August 2017 2017/2018 THEME: “Discover What’s Possible” BOARD OF TRUSTEES NAME OFFICE TERM EXPIRES ADMINISTRATION Mr. Timothy J. Vanoli Superintendent Mr. Jorge Z. Guzman Associate Superintendent of Ed Services Ms. Marilyn Cline Executive Director of Human Resources Mrs. Leticia Diaz Mrs. Lupe Munguia Director of Classified Personnel & Workers’ Comp Personnel Coordinator Mr. Cesar Vega Mr. Nathan Moreno Chief Business Officer Special Education Coordinator Mr. Fernando Cubias Mrs. Lori Morones Director of Fiscal Services SpEd & Preschool Coordinator Ms. Annette Trujillo Mr. Louis Vallejo Director Technology Director of Maintenance, Operations & Facilities Dr. Dianne Witwer Director of Student Services, Assessment & Accountability Ms. Erin Ramirez Special Projects Coordinator Ms. Julia Turner New Teacher/Support Coordinator 3 ELEMENTARY PRINCIPALS Mr. Richard Radtke Ms. Abbie Madsen Principal (Frank Ledesma Elementary) Principal (Gabilan Elementary) Ms. Leslie Davis Mr. Tommy Frank Principal (Jack Franscioni Elementary) Principal (Rose Ferrero Elementary) Mr. Jaime Calderon Principal (San Vicente Elementary) SECONDARY PRINCIPALS Mr. Eric Olsen Mr. Jeffery James Principal (Main Street Middle School) Principal (Soledad High School) Mr. Felipe Maturino Mr. Nathan Walker, Assistant Principal Assistant Principal, Main Street Middle School Soledad High School Ms. Mel Kuchta, Assistant Principal Soledad High School Mr. Jeffrey Lopez Principal Community Education Center 4 DISTRICT OFFICE CONFIDENTIAL STAFF Irma Chavez-Firme, Executive Secretary Maria Torres, Assistant Executive Secretary MariaVillalobos, Human Resources Specialist Nancy Terrones, Health & Welfare Specialist BUSINESS DEPARTMENT STAFF Vanessa Guajardo, Certificated Payroll Technician Melissa Silva, Classified Payroll Technician Aimee Beleu, Accountant Guadalupe Reyes, Accountant Daisy Alcala, Accounts Payable Rosie Navarro, Accounts Payable TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT Marta Martinez, CALPADS/CSIS Specialist John Little, Network Administrator Greg Quitevis, System Administrator Ezequiel Zuñiga, Mobile Systems Administrator Lucero Zuñiga, Computer Tech I Edgar Leos-Almanza, Computer Tech I Vickie Quitevis, Attendance Supervisor SUPPORT SERVICES STAFF Lupe Calderon, Secretary I Aidee Aldaco, District Wide Intervention Coordinator Kaniz Frank, Student Support Coordinator II Vicenta Martinez, Truancy Clerk Sandra Celio, 21st Century Clerk Annette Aguilar, Library Supervisor MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS Rachel Perez, Secretary I Valerie Mansfield, Bus Dispatcher Abel Estrada Garcia, Plumber Gustavo Martinez, Delivery Driver/Bus Driver Rafael Chavez, Maintenance Eric Rodriguez, Maintenance Alfredo Valdez, Electrician Fernando Hernandez, Groundsperson Sergio, Macias Gonzalez, Groundsperson/Bus Driver Ramiro Perez, Groundsperson/Bus Driver Armando Sanchez, Groundsperson/Bus Driver Jose Suarez, Groundsperson/Bus Driver Sim Fallan, Mechanic III 5 Administrative Regulations Computer Attendance K-12 Attendance Procedures The accuracy of taking attendance is very important. First, it is an audit item; secondly, it generates our funding. Our district’s goal is to have a 98% attendance rate. We want students at school learning. I. Overview 1. Aeries Student Information System a. The Aeries Student Information System by Eagle Software holds all the attendance, demographic, and grades for all students in the district. b. Teachers access Aeries through the Aeries website aeries.soledadusd.org/aeries.net. Any device with internet access can access the website. c. To access Aeries users need a user name, password, and the address (URL) above. 2. Teacher Training and Support a. The site principals will provide A New Teacher Attendance Inservice during the inservice days prior to the opening of school. b. The Technology Department will provide all new teachers with both an Aeries user name and password prior to the first student school day. c. At the start of the school year, the principal will provide all teachers with the most recent version of Taking Attendance with The Aeries) and any additional information and instructions to ensure accurate attendance keeping. d. The district will post all information related to taking attendance on-line at www.soledadusd.org. From the main Soledad USD webpage, navigate using the links on the main menu to Our District, then Technology. On the technology website, there will be more information on Aeries. II. Absences 1. Types of Absences a. All absences are legally interpreted as being "excused" or "unexcused". b. Excused absences are due to illness, medical or dental appointments, a death in the immediate family or other. c. Excessive absences for illness require verification from a physician. d. Unexcused absences are: oversleeping, missed ride to school, care for others in the family, shopping, paying fines, studying, car didn't start, vacation, visiting friends or relatives, lack of clothing, etc. e. There is a link from the teacher’s main screen to a complete list of Aeries absence codes and their description.