Johnston Elementary Parent Student Handbook
Johnston ElementaryJohnstonElementaryStudentStudent andand ParentParent Handbookl-landbook2020-20212020-2021
1Table of ContentsOpening InformationOpening Statement, Jurisdictional Statement, Mission & Vision Statement .3Attendance InformationAttendance, Check-In/Out .4Behavior InformationAfter-school Detention of Students .5Anti-bullying/Harassment Policy .5Care of School Property .8Citizenship .8Elementary Rules for Success and Behavior Expectations .9Elementary Discipline Chart .30Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Response . 9Philosophy of Discipline .9Playground Rules .10Sportsmanship .11Student Conduct .12Threats of Violence .13Wildcat Way .13Wildcat Way Behavior Expectations 13Bus InformationBuses and Other School District Vehicles . 15Bus Permits and Bus Rules .15Shuttle Bus Times . 15District InformationDefinitions .16Description of the District .16District Website .16Invitation to Parents .16School Day .16School Song, School Colors, and School Mascot .17Educational Program InformationBooks and Book Fees .17Educational Records .17Elementary Curriculum .17Grades . 19Guidance and Counseling .19Homework .19Human Growth and Development .19Inspection of Educational Materials .19Health InformationAdministration of Medication .20Concussion Protocol .20Essential Oils & Natural Supplements .22Exclusion of Pupils for Reasons of Health .22Food Allergy Information .23Student Illness or Injury at School .23PoliciesCell Phone and Other Electronic Devices .24
2Church Night .24Dress Code .25Fidgets at School .25Illegal Items Found in School or in Students’ Possessions .25Notice of Nondiscrimination .26Physical/Sexual Abuse and Harassment of Students by School Employees .26Search and Seizure .27ProceduresBirthdays .28Breakfast and Lunch Programs . 28Grievance Procedures . 28Inclement Weather .29Lost and Found . 29Plan in Time of Crisis .29Visitors .30Transferring to Another School . 30FormsHealth Information Form .38Parent Emergency Information .40Transportation Information .41Over the Counter Medication .42
3OPENING INFORMATIONOPENING STATEMENT TO STUDENTS AND PARENTSThe patrons of this school district have provided you with educational facilities and a staff of competent teachers and otherstaff members who are interested in your welfare. The opportunities are many and varied for you to develop mentally,physically, socially, and emotionally while you are in the short years of elementary school. Make these years some of themost memorable of your life -- memories you will be happy to recall.On the following pages you will find information that can be of help to you during the school year. If you have questions orproblems, the principal’s office will always be open.A Message to the ParentsIt is only through your cooperation and support that our school can operate effectively and efficiently. In order for childrento profit most from their school experiences and to develop into worthwhile citizens, it is necessary for their parents to: Realize that school is the chief business during the school year for the student and allow very few things tointerfere with this important job.Check both sides of the story before arriving at conclusions.Check your child's progress frequently. Learn the reasons for any unsatisfactory report from your child and theschool.Know whether your child is working up to his/her ability. Encourage your child to set high goals.See that your child spends a proper amount of time studying and that he or she receives adequate rest.Feel free to visit the school at any time to discuss your child's educational progress.Jurisdictional StatementThis handbook is an extension of board policy and is a reflection of the goals and objectives of the board. The board,administration and employees expect students to conduct themselves in a manner fitting to their age, level of maturity,and with respect and consideration for the rights of others. Students are expected to treat teachers, other employees,students, visitors and guests with respect and courtesy.This handbook and school district policies, rules and regulations are in effect while students are on school grounds,school district property or on property within the jurisdiction of the school district; while on school-owned and/orschool-operated buses or vehicles or chartered buses; while attending or engaged in school activities; and while awayfrom school grounds if the misconduct directly affects the good order, efficient management and welfare of the schooldistrict or involves students or staff. School district policies, rules and regulations are in effect 12 months a year.Students are expected to comply with and abide by the school district's policies, rules and regulations. Students who failto abide by the school district's policies, rules and regulations may be disciplined for conduct which disrupts or interfereswith the education program; conduct which disrupts the orderly and efficient operation of the school district or schoolactivity; conduct which disrupts the rights of other students to obtain their education or to participate in school activities; orconduct whichinterrupts the maintenance of a disciplined atmosphere. Disciplinary measures include, but are not limited to, removalfrom the classroom, detention, suspension, probation and expulsion. The discipline imposed is based upon the factsand circumstances surrounding the incident and the student's record.The school reserves and retains the right to modify, eliminate or establish school district policies, rules and regulations ascircumstances warrant, including those contained in the handbook. Students are expected to know the contents of thehandbook and comply with it. Students or parents with questions or concerns may contact the school office forinformation about the current enforcement of the policies, rules or regulations of the school district.
4MISSION STATEMENT: The Maquoketa Valley Community School District ensures high levels of learning to empowerall students for lifelong success.Our VISION is based upon: Learning that is engaging, challenging and focused. Frequent feedback and purposeful assessment. Timely response to all students’ needs. Shared responsibility for learning in a safe, respectful environment. Promotion of strong character and productive citizenship.ATTENDANCE INFORMATIONAttendanceIf a child is going to be absent, parents are asked to telephone the school as soon as possible after 7:30 AM.By about 8:30 AM, if no contact has been made by the parents, the school secretary will try to reach the child’sparent or guardian. If no parental contact is made, parents are requested to send a note concerning the child'sabsence.If a child arrives after 8:15 he or she is considered tardy. If a child arrives after 9:45 AM or leaves before 1:45PM he or she will be counted absent for a half day.Parents will provide to the school a written medical or doctor’s excuse if their child/student misses 3 or moreconsecutive days of school. Based on a student’s attendance records, the school maintains the right to requirea doctor’s note for all medical appointments.A student may not leave the school grounds without permission once he/she arrives at school. To be excused,permission must be obtained from the principal's office before the student leaves school. A call or a note mustbe received by office personnel prior to a student's leaving.Parents make the call as to whether their son or daughter is in school, but the school makes the call onwhether the nature of the absence is avoidable or unavoidable. Maquoketa Valley classifies unavoidableabsences are follows: Personal illnessProfessional appointments that cannot be made other than during school time (doctor, dental, etc.)Funeral, death, or serious illness in the immediate familyParticipation in school-scheduled activities.If a child’s absences seem excessive we will work with families using these procedures: If a student misses 5-7 days in any given quarter, a letter will be sent to the parent/guardian. Eachcase will be looked at on an individual basis to determine the cause for the absences or the absences.At the time a student accumulates 10 days of absence in a school year, a letter will be sent to theparent/guardian. Again, this will be looked at on an individual basis to determine cause.
5 If a student accumulates 13-15 or more days in a school year, the building principal, at risk liaison/RN,and others as needed, will determine how to proceed. It may be necessary to involve the CountyAttorney or Asst. County Attorney.Check-In/OutStudents will need to go to the office to check in whenever they arrive late to school or upon returning from anappointment during the day. In addition, whenever a student leaves during the day, he or she will need tocheck out prior to their departure.BEHAVIOR INFORMATIONAfter-School Detention of StudentsA teacher may keep a student after 3:30 p.m. for detention purposes, as well as provide extra help with schoolwork. Students who are transported by school bus are to be given 48 hours notice before their detention. Thisis to permit them to make transportation arrangements. However, the 48 hour requirement notice may bewaived by the parent.Anti-Bullying/Harassment PolicyHarassment and bullying of students and employees are against federal, state and local policy, and are nottolerated by the board. The board is committed to providing all students with a safe and civil schoolenvironment in which all members of the school community are treated with dignity and respect. To that end,the board has in place policies, procedures, and practices that are designed to reduce and eliminate bullyingand harassment as well as processes and procedures to deal with incidents of bullying and harassment.(Policy 104.00, 104.000R1, 104.000R2) Bullying and harassment of students by students, school employees,and volunteers who have direct contact with students will not be tolerated in the school or school district.The board prohibits harassment, bullying, hazing, or any other victimization of students, based on any of thefollowing actual or perceived traits or characteristics, including but not limited to, age, color, creed, nationalorigin, race, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical attributes, physical ormental ability or disability, ancestry, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, or familialstatus. Harassment against employees based upon race, color,creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age or disability is also prohibited.This policy is in effect while students or employees are on property within the jurisdiction of the board; while onschool-owned or school-operated vehicles; while attending or engaged in school-sponsored activities; andwhile away from school grounds if the misconduct directly affects the good order, efficient management andwelfare of the school or school district.If, after an investigation, a student is found to be in violation of this policy, the student shall be disciplined byappropriate measures up to, and including, suspension and expulsion. If after an investigation a schoolemployee is found to be in violation of this policy, the employee shall be disciplined by appropriate measuresup to, and including, termination. If after an investigation a school volunteer is found to be in violation of thispolicy, the volunteer shall be subject to appropriate measures up to, and including, exclusion from schoolgrounds. “Volunteer” means an individual who has regular, significant contact with students.
6The Iowa Department of Education defines bullying and harassment as unwanted, aggressive behavior amongschool aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has thepotential to be repeated, over time. In order to be considered bullying, the behavior must be aggressive andinclude: An Imbalance of Power: Kids who bully use their power — such as physical strength, access toembarrassing information, or popularity — to control or harm others. Power imbalances can changeover time and in different situations, even if they involve the same people.Repetition: Bullying behaviors happen more than once or have the potential to happen more than once.Bullying includes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically or verbally,and ostracizing someone from a group.Harassment and bullying mean any electronic, written, verbal, or physical act or conduct toward a studentwhich is based on any actual or perceived trait or characteristic of the student and which creates an objectivelyhostile school environment that meets one or more of the following conditions: Places the student in reasonable fear of harm to the student’s person or property; Has a substantially detrimental effect on the student’s physical or mental health; Has the effect of substantially interfering with the student’s academic performance; or Has the effect of substantially interfering with the student’s ability to participate in or benefit fromthe services, activities, or privileges provided by a school.“Electronic” means any communication involving the transmission of information by wire, radio, optical cable,electromagnetic, or other similar means. “Electronic” includes but is not limited to communication via electronicmail, internet-based communications, pager service, cell phones, electronic text messaging or similartechnologies.Harassment and bullying may include, but are not limited to, the following behaviors and circumstances: Verbal, nonverbal, physical or written harassment, bullying, hazing, or other victimization thathave the purpose or effect of causing injury, discomfort, fear, or suffering to the victim; Repeated remarks of a demeaning nature that have the purpose or effect of causing injury,discomfort, fear, or suffering to the victim; Implied or explicit threats concerning one’s grades, achievements, property, etc. that have thepurpose or effect of causing injury, discomfort, fear, or suffering to the victim; Demeaning jokes, stories, or activities directed at the student that have the purpose or effect ofcausing injury, discomfort, fear, or suffering to the victim; and/or Unreasonable interference with a student’s performance or creation of an intimidating,offensive, or hostile learning environment.Any person who promptly, reasonably, and in good faith reports an incident of bullying or harassment underthis policy to a school official, shall be immune from civil or criminal liability relating to such report and to theperson’s participation in any administrative, judicial, or other proceeding relating to the report. Individuals whoknowingly file a false complaint may be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.Retaliation against any person, because the person has filed a bullying or harassment complaint or assisted orparticipated in a harassment investigation or proceeding, is also prohibited. Individuals who knowingly file
7false harassment complaints and any person who gives false statements in an investigation shall be subject todiscipline by appropriate measures, as shall any person who is found to have retaliated against another inviolation of this policy. Any student found to have retaliated in violation of this policy shall be subject tomeasures up to, and including, suspension and expulsion. Any school employee found to have retaliated inviolation of this policy shall be subject to measures up to, and including, termination of employment. Anyschool volunteer found to have retaliated in violation of this policy shall be subject to measures up to, andincluding, exclusion from school grounds.The school or school district will promptly and reasonably investigate allegations of bullying or harassment.The superintendent or designee will be responsible for handling all complaints by students alleging bullying orharassment. The superintendent or designee will be responsible for handling all complaints by employeesalleging bullying or harassment.It also is the responsibility of the superintendent, in conjunction with the investigator and principals, to developprocedures regarding this policy. The superintendent also is responsible for organizing training programs forstudents, school officials, faculty, staff, and volunteers who have direct contact with students. The training willinclude how to recognize harassment and what to do in case a student is harassed. It will also include proveneffective harassment prevention strategies. The superintendent will also develop a process for evaluating theeffectiveness of the policy in reducing bullying and harassment and will report this information to the board.The superintendent shall report to the board on the progress of reducing bullying and harassment.Anti-Bullying/Harassment Investigation ProceduresIndividuals who feel that they have been harassed should: Communicate to the harasser that the individual expects the behavior to stop, if the individual iscomfortable doing so. If the individual wants assistance communicating with the harasser, theindividual should ask a teacher, counselor or principal to help. If the harassment does not stop, or the individual does not feel comfortable confronting the harasser,the individual should: tell a teacher, counselor or principal; and write down exactly what happened, keep a copy and give another copy to the teacher,counselor or principal including; what, when and where it happened who was involved exactly what was said or what the harasser did witnesses to the harassment what the student said or did, either at the time or later how the student felt how the harasser respondedComplaint ProcedureAn individual who believes that the individual has been harassed or bullied will notify the superintendent. Thesuperintendent or designated investigator will be in charge of the investigation. The investigator may requestthat the individual complete the Harassment/Bullying Complaint form and turn over evidence of theharassment, including, but not limited to, letters, tapes, or pictures. The complainant shall be given a copy ofthe completed complaint form. Information received during the investigation is kept confidential to the extentpossible.
8The investigator has the authority to initiate an investigation in the absence of a written complaint.Investigation ProcedureThe investigator will reasonably and promptly commence the investigation upon receipt of the complaint. Theinvestigator will interview the complainant and the alleged harasser. The alleged harasser may file a writtenstatement in response to the complaint. The investigator may also interview witnesses as deemedappropriate.Upon completion of the investigation, the investigator will make written findings and conclusions as to eachallegation of harassment and report the findings and conclusions to the superintendent. The investigator willprovide a copy of the findings of the investigation to the superintendent.Resolution of the ComplaintFollowing receipt of the investigator’s report, the superintendent may investigate further, if deemed necessary,and make a determination of any appropriate additional steps, which may include discipline. (See disciplinechart).Prior to the determination of the appropriate remedial action, the superintendent may, at the superintendent’sdiscretion, interview the complainant and the alleged harasser. The principal will file a written report closingthe case and documenting any disciplinary action taken or any other action taken in response to the complaint.The complainant, the alleged harasser and the investigator will receive notice as to the conclusion of theinvestigation. The principal will maintain a log of information necessary to comply with Iowa Department ofEducation reporting procedures.Points to Remember in the Investigation Evidence uncovered in the investigation is confidential. Complaints must be taken seriously and investigated. No retaliation will be taken against individuals involved in the investigation process. Retaliators will be disciplined up to and including suspension and expulsion.Care of School PropertyStudents are expected to take care of school property including desks, chairs, books, and school equipment.Vandalism is not tolerated. Students found to have destroyed or otherwise harmed school property may berequired to reimburse the school district. In certain circumstances, students may be reported to lawenforcement officials.CitizenshipBeing a citizen of the United States, of Iowa, and of the school district community entitles students to specialprivileges and protections. It also requires the students to assume civic, economic and social responsibilities,and to participate in their country, state, and school district community in a manner that entitles them to keepthese rights and privileges.As part of the education program, students have an opportunity to learn about their rights, privileges andresponsibilities as citizens of this country, state and school district community. As part of this learningopportunity, students are instructed in the elements of good citizenship and the role quality citizens play in theircountry, state and school district.
9Maquoketa ValleyElementarywe will:I. Respect all people and their property.2. Follow directions the first time given.3. Treat others th e way we want to be treated.4. Take responsibility for our actions.5. Do our best in all we do.Maquoketa Valley ElementaryBullying Behavio!l" E.x»ectati.oo.sWe will not bully others.We will help students whoarebullie,d.We will include students who are left ouc.We will tell an adult at school and an adult at home if we know thatsomebody is being bullied.Do No Harm!Nonviolent Crisis Intervention ResponseSeveral of our staff members have been trained in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention. We have learned severalstrategies to help calm an upset student. We also learned appropriate ways to subdue a child whosephysically aggressive behavior is endangering that child, other children, and/or adults. The child’s parents willbe notified if we need to subdue a child in this manner. Our staff members who are currently trained receivean annual training update.Philosophy of DisciplineGood discipline includes a responsibility for one's actions in accordance with socially accepted behavior as wellas respect and proper response to rules, laws and order. Although discipline training begins in the home andcontinues in school, it must be remembered that other factors of environment and associations have significantinfluence upon the behavior of students. Therefore, it is imperative that both school and home cooperate togovern or guide young people to combat undesirable effects of other factors.
10As individual homes set their own patterns of rules and conduct, the school also outlines its policy on disciplineand attempts to regulate it through a joint responsibility of the Board, staff and pupils. The purpose is toensure an orderly and efficient operation of school in order to provide a scholarly discipline attitude to achieveeducational benefits for all students. The school will exercise the greatest effort on disciplinary control ofstudents on school property, however, it will also govern behavior at school activities away from the schoolgrounds. It is imperative that the school and parents work together in order to give children the best possibleeducation. Please feel free to call or stop by the school office whenever you have a concern or a question.Playground RulesThe students at Johnston Elementary will play safely and respectfully in all games and on all equipment.Responsible Playground Behavior The students at Johnston Elementary will play safely and respectfully.Students shall not use improper language on the playground such as swearing, name calling,put-downs, etc.Rough play is not allowed on the playground. Students will leave objects such as hard balls,slingshots, sticks, skateboards, trading cards, sharp objects, electronic devices, and remote-controlcars at home. Activities such as wrestling, tackling, piggyback, spitting, fighting, snowball throwing, andcrack the whip will not be allowed.Balls shall be directed away from the school building.Hard baseballs/softballs/bats are not allowed during recess.Students will notify an adult, then "stop and look" to cross the street to get a ball. When a ball goesover the fence, students are to go around the fence to get it.Students will try Kelso’s choices (posted on front and side doors) for small problems before notifyingthe playground supervisor of any problems. Big problems go directly to teacher.Students will show pride in their school by keeping the building and grounds free of litter and willrespect the playground environment including shrubs, ground, and trees.Students will not chew gum or eat candy on the playground.Students can roll down hill but no gymnastics/tumbling.Students will need to have shoes that are strapped or laced to their feet to play on the wood chips.Students will use playground equipment in a safe and nondestructive manner. Tag is not allowed onthe playground equipment.Students must sit when using the slides and only have one person on the slide at a time. No goingunder the bridge or slides on the play structure.Students can climb over and down the dome play structure but cannot hang upside down by their legsor hang down from the top by their arms (dangle/drop).Jump ropes are only to be used only for jumping -- no “horse.”Students are allowed to play on the snow piles when wearing boots and snow pants.Balls allowed on the blacktop include red utility balls, basketballs, and volleyballs.Baseballs, softballs, footballs, frisbees and soccer balls are not allowed on the blacktop.No balls of any kind are to be kicked on the blacktop.Merry-go-round: No jumping on/off while moving -- wait until it stops. Pay attention to riders to see whowant off and those waiting to get on. Students must sit and hang onto the bar (even if sitting on thebars). Shoes must be worn when pushing (flip flops or no-strap shoes are riders ONLY).
11 Swings: Playing on the legs of the swings and slide is unsafe and not permitted. When playing on theswings, students shall be sitting, and shall avoid twisting the chains or swinging into another swing. Nojumping off. Wait on side of poles to take turn on swings.When the bell rings, students are to stop what they are doing and pick up any recess equipment theybrought out. Students who take playground equipment outside are responsible for returning it.Walk quickly or jog directly to their assigned entry doorway.Voices are off once feet hit the yellow line near the assigned entry door.Students will re-enter the building using the appropriate side door. Voice level of 0 before entering thebuilding. Upon entering the building, hallway expectations are in place. Students may use quiet voicesas they move to their classrooms.General rules of respect cover all areas of recess.Recess in the Classrooms:1. Classroom teachers will provide activities for the children to play.2. Students may leave the room only with permission of the teacher or supervisor.3. Students should be engaged in an activity or sitting.4. Students should put games away and return to desks as soon as recess is over.Recess in the Gym:1. Students should play in areas designated by the person on duty.2. When the whistle blows or the bell rings, students should stop playing immediately and line up.Consequences for Infractions1. Verbal reprimand and/or positive practice.2. Time-out against the wall.3. Use office referral for insubordination or for dangerous or illegal situations.Encouragement ProceduresStaff will consistently encourage responsible behavior through positive and friendly interactions
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