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2014-2015 Louisville Elementary

Parent/Student Handbook  

                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

                 

 Louisville Public School is accredited by the Nebraska

Department of Education and AdvancED, a global accreditation agency

www.lpslions.org

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Table of Contents Item Page Item Page Introduction Intro Lost & Found 19 Vision Statement Intro Louisville Cub Club 19 Mission Statement Intro Multi-Cultural Policy 20 Faculty & Staff 1 New Registration 20 School Year Calendar 2 Parent/Teacher Conferences 20 Intent of Handbook 3 PTO 20 Elementary Pledge 3 Party Invitations 20 Absences 4 Playground 21 Animal Policy 5 Preschool Program 21 Appearance 5 Records & Transfer of Records 21 Arrival at School 5 Retention 21 Attendance Philosophy 5 Returning to School 21 Backpacks 6 Safety Information 22 Birth Certificate Law 6 School Activities 22 Bullying 6 School Closing 22 Cell Phones 6 School Hours & Student Entry 22 Child Abuse/Neglect 7 School Nurse 23 Change of Address 7 Staff Qualifications 23 Child Custody 7 Student Accident Insurance 23 Church Night 7 Student Behavior 23 Compulsory Attendance 7 Student Council 24 Crisis Response Team 8 Student Fees & Grading 24 Curriculum 9 Supplies 26 Departure of School 10 Suspensions 26 Discipline Information 10 Tardies 27 Due Process Procedure 12 Telephone Calls 27 Electronic Devices 13 Title IX 27 Emergency Exclusion 13 Transfer of Pupils 27 Emergency Info Sheets 14 Transportation Info 27 Expulsions 14 Visitors to the Building 28 Field Trips 14 Appendix A 29 Fire Drills 14 Appendix B 30 Food Service 14 Appendix C 31 Gifts 15 Appendix D 32 Health Information 15 Appendix E 34 Immunization Rules 18 Signature/Permission Page 35 Library Media Center 19 Medication Page if necessary 36

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LOUISVILLE ELEMENTARY STUDENT HANDBOOK

INTRODUCTION Welcome to Louisville Elementary! On behalf of the entire faculty and staff, I extend to you our best wishes for a successful school year. We look forward to supporting you in another year of academic growth. We hope that with clear expectations, a strong instructional program and the cooperation of you and your family, the year will be an outstanding one. We are proud of you and the talents that you possess, and hope that you will work hard to utilize them in the best way possible. Also, remember that an important priority is to assist you in the further development of your talents in all areas-----including music, art, drama, athletics, and relationships with your teachers and classmates. If you need help, make sure that you ask your parents, teachers, or other school personnel for assistance. This parent/student handbook is given to you so that you may have ready reference of information about the daily operation of our school. Please read and use it as a reference throughout the school year. On behalf of the school board, administration, faculty and staff, I would like to extend an invitation for you to visit your child's class, attend your child's programs, become an active participant in the Parent-Teacher Organization, our volunteer program, and school improvement planning. We are proud of Louisville Public School programs and facilities. We ask you to become a member of our team through active participation. Cory Holl Elementary Principal VISION STATEMENT Louisville Public Schools will be a progressive district that engages a community of learners in collaboration toward excellence in academic, work, and social areas as productive members of our global society. MISSION STATEMENT Louisville Public Schools will meet the needs of each learner by providing instruction that results in problem solving, communication, and technology skills. This student handbook has been adopted by the Board of Education and is considered to be part of school policy. Complete copies of the Louisville School Board Policy are available for your viewing in any of the school administrative offices.

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LOUISVILLE ELEMENTARY FACULTY AND STAFF 2014-2015

Elementary Principal Mr. Cory Holl [email protected]

Elementary Secretary Mrs. Shelly Smith [email protected]

Guidance Counselor Mrs. Linda Allen [email protected]

Curriculum Coordinator Ms. Shureen Seery [email protected]

Early Childhood PreSchool Mrs. Mikaela Collins [email protected]

Kindergarten Mrs. Gretchen Kalkowski [email protected]

Kindergarten Mrs. Keri Rasby [email protected]

1st Grade Ms. Whitney Heard [email protected]

1st Grade Mrs. Jamie Toelle [email protected]

2nd Grade Mrs. Deb Hall [email protected]

2nd Grade Ms. Eileen Jones [email protected]

3rd Grade Mrs. Amber Engel [email protected]

3rd Grade Mr. David Nielsen [email protected]

4th Grade Mrs. Kristi Holl [email protected]

4th Grade Mr. Matthew Hammer [email protected]

5th Grade Mrs. Tracy Klein [email protected]

5th Grade Mrs. Melanie Reeves [email protected]

Media Specialist Mrs. Pat Coshow [email protected]

K-5 Art Mr. Dennis Houfek [email protected]

Speech Therapist Mrs. Julie Nye [email protected]

School Psychologist Ms. Mona Routley [email protected]

Physical Education Mr. Wally Johnson [email protected]

Instrumental Music Mr. Kevin White [email protected]

Vocal Music Ms. Katie Burns [email protected]

Special Education Mrs. Tricia Smith [email protected]

Title I Reading & Math Mrs. Terri Johnson [email protected]

School Nurse Mrs. Joan Knott [email protected]

High Ability Program Mrs. Allison Klimek [email protected]

Computer Technician Mr. Matt Moore [email protected]

Para Professionals Mrs. Melissa Bruce Mrs. Jean Nessen Mrs. Melody Dillon Mrs. Tiffany Norris Mrs. Lori Dittberner Mrs. Brandy Smart Mrs. Angie Heinold Mrs. Heidi Warner Custodians Mr. Ray Shera Mr. Josh Peterson Mr. Tim Sjogren

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2014-2015 Louisville School Year August Thursday, August 7 – New Teacher Orientation Monday, August 11 - Staff Reports Thursday, August 14 - First Student Day (PK-12) Tuesday, August 19 – School Picture Day September Monday, September 1 - Labor Day – No School Friday, September 26 – School Picture Retake Day October Wednesday, October 15 - Last day of 1st Quarter Monday/Wednesday, October 20/22 - Parent-Teacher Conference Friday, October 24 - No School November Wednesday/Thursday/Friday, November 26/27/28 – Thanksgiving Break - No School December Friday, December 5 – Elementary Holiday Program Friday, December 18 – Last day of 2nd Quarter January Tuesday, January 6 – School Resumes Monday, January 19 - Martin Luther King Day-Staff Development - No School February Monday/Wednesday, February 9/11 – Parent-Teacher Conference Friday, February 13 - No School March Wednesday, March 11 - Last day of 3rd Quarter Thursday, March 19 - Kdg Round-Up Parent Meeting Friday, March 20 – Kdg Round-Up (No regular Kdg) April Thursday/Tuesday, April 2-7 – No School - Spring Break May TBA - Fun Day Saturday, May 16 - Graduation Wednesday, May 20 - Last Student day Wednesday, May 21 - Last Teacher Day Every Friday there will be a 9:35 am start of school for students.

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Intent of Handbook This handbook is to be used by students, parents, and staff as a guide to the rules, regulations, and general information about Louisville Elementary. Each student is responsible for becoming familiar with the handbook and knowing the information contained in it. Parents are encouraged to use this handbook as a resource and to assist their child in following the rules contained in this handbook. Although the information found in this handbook is detailed and specific on many topics, the handbook is not intended to be all encompassing so as to cover every situation and circumstance that may arise during any school day, or school year. This handbook does not create a “contract.” The administration reserves the right to make decisions and make rule revisions at any time to implement the educational program and to assure the well being of all students. The administration will be responsible for interpreting the rules contained in the handbook. Should a situation or circumstance arise that is not specifically covered in this handbook, the administration will make a decision based upon all applicable school district policies, and state and federal statues and regulations. Elementary Pledge

Today, I will take the responsibility to:

Learn, Be safe,

Be an active learner, Follow the school rules,

and Respect the rights of others.

I WILL DO MY BEST!!

SUGGESTED ELEMENTARY BUILDING EXPECTATIONS 1. Students are to be respectful in the hallways when passing for recess, music classes, restroom, and

dismissal from rooms. The classroom teacher will regulate all dismissal from the room. Passes will be issued to students for any unscheduled dismissal.

2. Students should practice proper health, sanitation, and safety procedures in the restrooms, on the playground, and in the school building.

3. All shoes must be clean when entering the building. Wearing all weather boots or snow boots is encouraged and might alleviate the need for an extra pair of shoes when the weather is bad.

4. Classroom lockers should be kept clean and orderly. No locks on lockers. 5. Students are expected to conduct themselves properly in the school. Rowdy tactics and horseplay in

any area can many times cause maintenance problems and will not be tolerated. 6. When entering the building in the morning, students should not loiter in the restrooms and halls.

Students should go to their classrooms in a quiet and orderly manner. Students needing additional information or advice should consult their teacher or the building principal.

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS Absences Absence Notification Parents or guardians must notify the school prior to 8:30 a.m. if their child is to be absent or tardy. (Louisville Elementary 234-4215) If a student is not in school as expected, the principal’s office will attempt to contact the parent or guardian. For parent convenience, an answering machine will take calls prior to 7:30 a.m. Students are considered tardy when they are not in their classroom when the tardy bell rings at 8:05 a.m. Any student arriving after 8:05 must check in with the office. Recording of Absences All absences are recorded to meet State requirements and for student report cards. This is a recording of actual absences and is not to be confused with the Attendance Policy regulations. Students will be counted absent by period. Absences will be recorded for each class period that the student misses. Unless the student is absent the entire day, at which time he/she will be counted absent the full day. Excessive Absences Nebraska State Revised Statute 79-201. Truancy is a violation of school rules. Compulsory attendance; nonattendance; school district; duties; remedial services; enforcement states, “If the child is absent more than twenty days per year or the hourly equivalent, the attendance officer shall file a report with the county attorney of the county in which such person resides.” Once a student accumulates 10 absences in a semester, the parent will be contacted. At this time a student, parent, teacher, principal and/or superintendent conference may be held. Any student who is absent for more than five (5) consecutive days may be required to have absence verified by their family doctor, unless a student/parents has made special arrangements with the principal. Perfect Attendance For a student to have perfect attendance, he or she must be in attendance everyday of the school year. Procedure Upon Returning to School After an Absence A student who has been absent for any reason should report to the office upon their return to school, before going to any classes. Students are required to bring a written statement or have their parents/guardians call the school with an excuse and time covered by the absence. Students with excused absences will have one day for every day absent plus one more day to make up the work. For example, a student absent two days will have three days to make up their work. It is the student’s responsibility to contact their teachers for any make-up work that needs to be completed. Any student not making up work in the allotted time frame will receive a grade reduction. Students with an unexcused absence may not receive full credit for work due that day at the discretion of the Principal. Extensions for student makeup work may be granted through the Principal. Pre-Arranged Absences Louisville Schools believes that any extended absence from school results in lost instructional time and negatively affects a student’s academic success. Students are expected to be in school every day that it is in session. The decision for a student to be absent from school is the responsibility of the parent and student, in consultation with school officials. The decision should be made in light of the student’s current attendance and academic status in school. A student contemplating a planned absence from school for more than one day should:

a. Have the parent or guardian call or write school, giving the date and reason for absence.

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b. After parent or guardian has notified the office, by phone or in writing, the student will inform each of his/her teachers of the upcoming absence. At that time the teacher will make arrangements with the student for the completion of missed assignments. All missed assignments must be made up within the absence guidelines.

Animals in the Classroom Due to health concerns, furred and feathered animals are not allowed in classrooms without prior approval from the building administrator. Service animals are allowed. Appearance Students should take pride in their personal grooming and refrain from dress or grooming that would set them apart from other students. Dress should be suitable for classrooms, school activities (P.E. requires tennis shoes) and weather (coats, hats, gloves, boots). Students will not be permitted to wear tank tops, ½ shirts, chains, sagging shorts or pants, or unacceptable shorts or cut-offs. The district prohibits pictures, emblems, or writings on clothing that are lewd, offensive, vulgar, or obscene, or that advertise or depict tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other substance prohibited under policy. Questions regarding proper attire should be checked in advance through the office before wearing it. The administration shall have the authority to make a final determination in regard to proper or improper school dress of a student. The administration may require a student to leave school until the situation is corrected. Violation of dress standards may result in other student discipline. Jerseys and tank tops may be worn if a T-shirt is worn underneath. Arrival at School Students will not be allowed on the school grounds until 7:40 a.m. unless they are students who are participating in the Before and After School Child Care Program (exceptions: bus students and Cub Club students). A teacher will be on duty from 7:40-8:00 a.m. Students will be considered tardy after 8:05. Students who participate in the Breakfast program may enter the building at 7:30 a.m. Students should use the East elementary entrance (north doors) for Cub Club and enter the cafeteria through the new remodeled ramp. Parents should load and unload Cub Club children in the lower parking area (north) of the playground area. Attendance Philosophy In order to receive the maximum benefit from the instructional program at Louisville Schools, students are expected to attend school on a regular basis and to be on time. Irregular attendance or chronic tardiness hinders a student’s individual performance at school and interferes with the progress of other students who are regular and prompt in their attendance. Research indicates there is a strong correlation between a student’s attendance at school and a student’s success at school. It is the firm belief of Louisville Schools that students who attend school regularly will show greater academic success than those who are habitually absent. Besides disrupting the student’s educational program, absences cause teachers to spend valuable class time to bring the absent students to current status. The ten-day absence policy is based on the fact that something important happens in class every day and that the interaction between teacher and student can never be exactly duplicated. The school believes the responsibility for attendance rests with parents and students. We encourage those responsible to make good sound educational decisions about school attendance, keeping in mind that good school attendance results in greater success. When students and parents do not assume school attendance responsibilities, the school will enforce the State of Nebraska mandatory attendance laws and

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will follow the attendance policy for Louisville Schools. The following attendance policy has been developed to encourage good attendance. Backpacks Backpacks/Gym Bags, Lunch Bags will be permissible for the 2012-2013 school year. They are to remain in the locker area and not to be brought into the classroom area. Birth Certificate Requirement Law State of Nebraska #79-214 requires that all new enrolling students must provide a certified copy of the student's birth certificate or other reliable proof of the student's identity and age accompanied by an affidavit explaining the inability to produce a copy of the birth certificate. There is a thirty-day period in which this may occur. Failure to comply shall cause the school district to notify the parents or guardians in writing. If after ten days, compliance has not occurred, the matter shall be reported to the local law enforcement agency. Bullying The board of education recognizes the negative impact that bullying has on student health, welfare, safety, and the school’s learning environment and prohibits such behavior. Bullying is defined as any ongoing pattern of physical, verbal, or electronic abuse on school grounds. In a vehicle owned, leased, or contracted by a school being used for a school purpose by a school employee or his or her designee, or at school-sponsored activities or school-sponsored athletic events. Bullying may constitute grounds for long-term suspension, expulsion or mandatory reassignment, subject to state and federal statutes and the district’s student discipline and due process procedures. Bullying will not be tolerated at Louisville Elementary School. If a child experiences a case of bullying during school time, the child needs to tell a staff member when the bullying happens. The staff member will then address the issue and decide if it warrants administrative actions. The staff member will document the incident in PowerSchool. If the action warrants administrative action, the administrator may have the child call their parent to report incident, give an in-school or out-of-school suspension, or call law enforcement to intervene. All issues will be documented in PowerSchool. Cell Phones Our philosophy in allowing cell phones is that they are an integral part of our students’ lives, and we want them to learn to use them appropriately. We believe that a complete education includes the expectation that students can and will comply with the rules. They understand that following school (i.e. workplace) rules is a part of success that goes beyond academic abilities. Students may have cell phones at school. The rules are:

1. It is off during the school day. 2. It is out of sight during the school day. 3. It is only used before and after school.

Consequences of not following the above rules: First offense – cell phone will be taken by a staff member and turned into the office. The phone will be given back at the end of the day. Second offense – cell phone will be taken by a staff member and turned into the office. A parent or guardian must pick up the cell phone and sign a note. Third offense – cell phone will be taken by a staff member and turned into the office. The phone will be returned at the end of the semester. At that time it will be released to the student.

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Child Abuse/Neglect School employees and all adults are bound by Nebraska State Law LB 28-710 to report any suspected case of child abuse or neglect to authorities for investigation. Parents will not be called prior to any mandatory reporting. Change of Address The school should be notified of any change of address or telephone number. Also, please notify the school of any plans for moving so sufficient time is given for accumulating student records. Parental permission is needed before student records can be transferred or requested by schools. Immunization records need to be taken with you when moving to a new school. Child Custody Parents and others, with permission from parents, will be allowed to pick up students from school. The District will try and respect the rights of parents, both custodial and non-custodial, to participate in the education of their child. Absent a court order, decree or other documentation, the school will assume both parents have equal custodial rights and shall allow both parents to visit or pick up the child from school. If the custodial parent indicates that the non-custodial parent should not visit the school, or the non-custodial parent does not have authority to take the child from the school, it shall be the custodial parent’s responsibility to immediately provide the District with documentation regarding any restrictions applicable to the non- custodial parent, such as a court order or decree. When in doubt about releasing the student, the District shall call the custodial parent. The custodial parent will be required to come to school if there is any dispute about whether the non-custodial parent may take the child off school premises. The non-custodial parent shall be kept informed during this situation. Throughout the process, the District’s primary concern shall be looking after the best interest of the student. If a non-custodial parent is subject to a court order or other authority restricting his or her access to or custody of the student, the non-custodial parent will not be entitled to visit or pick up his or her child at school. If ever a parent resists the District’s actions or becomes disruptive, the school administrator will seek all reasonable and necessary assistance, including law enforcement. Church Night When at all possible, Wednesday nights will be kept open for church night and activities. It must be understood, however, that under given situations, it is impossible to keep some activities from being scheduled on Wednesday nights. Classroom Visitations Parents/guardians are encouraged to visit their child’s classroom during school hours. All visitors are asked to check in at the school office prior to going to their child’s classroom. Please check first with the child’s teacher as to the best time to visit. Compulsory Attendance By state law, students who are under the age of eighteen are required to attend school on a regular basis. Students must attend forty days per quarter in order to be considered in regular attendance. If a student must be absent in excess of the number of days as outlined in the above policy, the parent/guardian has the responsibility of contacting the school to discuss these absences. Violation of the compulsory attendance law may be reported to the Cass County Attorney.

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It is the belief of Louisville Schools that an absence from school, whether excused or unexcused, is a day of lost instructional time. At times, the student, parent and the school differ about whether an absence should be exempt from the 20 – day absence policy or is counted against a student’s attendance requirement. There are three types of absences that are recorded within the attendance policy:

1. Excused absences – These are absences that the student does not receive disciplinary consequences for but are counted against his/her total number of allowed days absence. These absences are verified through the office with a parent/guardian phone call or note. Examples would be: personal illness with prior parent permission and knowledge that the student stayed home to rest and recover, an emergency at home or an accident coming to school.

2. Unexcused absences – These are absences that have not received prior administrative approval.

These absences result in the student receiving a disciplinary consequence and are also counted against his/her total number of allowed days of absence. Examples would be but are not limited to: shopping, personal errands, and haircuts. A student with an unexcused absence will be required to make up missed school time through detentions or in-school suspensions at the discretion of the Principal.

3. Waived absences – These are absences that are NOT counted against a student’s total number of

days absent and the student receives no disciplinary consequences for his/her absence. Examples would be: school sponsored activities, doctor/dental appointments with a visitation slip stating the time of the appointment and when the visit ended, verified court appearance, hospitalization, or family funerals.

The Principal has the authority and the discretion to determine excused or unexcused absences. The following absences from school will be considered excused, but may count against a student’s total number of days absent:

a. Personal illness or accident b. Serious illness/injury or death of an immediate family or household member and or close friend. c. Medical/dental or legal appointments that cannot be made other than during school time. Students

are urged to schedule these on weekends or before and after school. The doctor’s office will be required to note the time at the completion of the appointment.

d. Family vacations that have been given prior approval by the building principal. II. The following absences will count toward the ten-day absence limit:

a. Any unexcused absence b. Attendance at any NSAA state event. Such as state track, wrestling and basketball

tournaments. c. Attending the state fair d. Attending work with a parent f. Other activities not specifically school sponsored

Crisis Response Team The District Crisis Response Team is a supportive service, which can help schools access, plan, and intervene in crises affecting staff and students. A pre-planned, organized approach has been shown to be effective in reducing the emotional and social impact of a crisis. The Louisville Public Schools' Crisis Response Team has had specialized training to assist building administrators in directing crisis resolution activities.

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Curriculum The Nebraska State Department of Education requires all Nebraska schools to provide instructional experiences for students in curricular areas that include the components described below: Please visit the curriculum website on the LPS web page at lpslions.org. Reading and Language Arts… (Guided Reading; Macmillian/McGraw-Hill; Handwriting Without Tears - Handwriting) The reading and language arts program helps children develop skills in phonics, reading, speaking, listening, composition, spelling, grammar, and handwriting. Opportunities for appreciation of literature self- expression, and creativity are also provided. Mathematics…(Envision) The mathematics program helps children develop skills in number usage, basic number operation, problem solving, geometry, and measurement. Social Studies…(History Alive) The social studies program emphasizes experiences that help children to develop an understanding of the World and its people. Such experiences draw from history, geography, economics, government, citizenship, careers, human relations, current issues, and cultural studies. Science… (Scott Foresman) The science program emphasizes experiences that will help children develop an understanding of basic scientific concepts and natural phenomena. Such experiences draw from the physical, life, earth, and space sciences. Physical Education The physical education program promotes the development of physical coordination, gross and fine motor skills, and positive mental and social attitudes. It helps children maintain physical fitness, develop healthy fitness activities, and acquire habits of safety. Students in grades K-5 will have physical education two-three days out of the school week. Music The music program provides an opportunity for children to be creative and expressive through experiences in singing, listening, making and playing instruments, and reading musical notation. It enables children to gain an appreciation for many forms of music, both past and present. Students in grades K-5 will have music class two-three days out of the school week. Art The art program provides an opportunity for children to understand, appreciate, and make judgment about their own art and artwork of the past and present, as well as have the experiences in creatively producing art themselves. The students in grades K-5 will have art once a week. Title I Title I is a federally funded program for students in 1st through 3rd grade who may qualify for supplementary help in reading and math. It is designed to compliment and reinforce the regular educational program through a variety of learning situations. Special Education All children can learn, yet they do so at varying rates. Services and instruction are provided for those students who qualify under federal and state guidelines. Resource help in academic areas, Speech help in articulation and language. For the benefit of those students tested and identified as needing special education programs, Louisville Schools will provide or contract for the needed services. In placing the student in a special education program, the parents will be consulted and provided the right of due process. Rules, regulations, and procedures necessary to comply with program standards for special education and

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handicapped children can be found in Rule 51, a copy of which is available in the administrative offices. Departure of School Students are to leave the building promptly after dismissal unless requested to remain at school by a teacher or if they are involved in the Before and After School Program. Teachers have the right to have students remain after school for the following reasons: (discipline, work not completed, etc.) The playground will not be supervised once school is dismissed for the day. Students are not allowed to play on the playground after school hours unless parents are in attendance to supervise. Discipline Information Nebraska Student Discipline Act Louisville Public School will follow the suggested disciplinary actions for students as outlined in the Nebraska Student Discipline Act (LB 1250 (1994), LB 658 (1995). The purpose of the Student Discipline Act is to assure the protection of all elementary and secondary student's constitutional right to due process and fundamental fairness with the context of an orderly and effective educational process. The school board may authorize the emergency exclusion, short or long term suspension, expulsion or mandatory reassignment of any student from school for conduct prohibited by the board's rules or standards established by the Nebraska Student Discipline Act if such action complies with the procedures required of the Act. A copy of the Nebraska Student Discipline Act is on file in the administrative offices and has been adopted as Louisville School Board Policy. Classroom Rules At the beginning of the school year the teacher and students within each classroom will establish a list of class rules. They will also determine what consequences or punishment will result if a student chooses to break a rule Courtesy Rules

1. No fighting, rough play, pushing or shoving even in fun. 1. No throwing snowballs at school. 2. Do not grab or pull on other children’s clothes. 3. No tackle football. 4. Use the slide and other playground equipment properly. 5. Respect other classes in session by being quiet at all times. 6. Conduct in the restrooms should be quiet at all times. 7. Walk, do not run, in the hallways. 8. Be especially kind to new pupils in our school. 9. Due respect must be shown at all times to all students and school personnel. 10. Proper language and manners are expected of all students. Foul language and spitting

will not be tolerated. 11. Students are to leave the school ground promptly after they are dismissed from school. 12. No candy or gum is allowed in the classroom or on the playground. (Exception:

birthdays, and special occasions with the teacher’s permission) 13. Boomboxes, hardballs, skateboards, roller skates, lasers, cell phones, pagers, knives,

and toy guns are prohibited at school. 14. Good manners and quiet voices are required in the cafeteria.

Please take time to discuss the “teacher’s classroom rules” and the “elementary expectations” as they are important guidelines. Teachers will also discuss their rules and the elementary expectations on the first day of school and will review them periodically throughout the school year.

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A discipline referral report form will be used to report students who fail to obey school rules and regulations. This form will help to provide good communication between parents, students, teachers, and administration. Parents and teachers are encouraged to work with the school and teachers to help clear matters relating to unsatisfactory school-work and poor behavior. Parents presumably will take steps to supplement the school's disciplinary action. Repeated violations may result in suspension or expulsion from school. Special reports may also be sent to parents when students are failing or are doing unsatisfactory work in school. Good cooperation is needed between parents and teachers to improve student behavior and academic performance. Teachers do not have the power to suspend students from classes or school. But they may remove them from class by sending them to the Principal for appropriate disciplinary action and check to see that they get there if sent, and what action is taken. (It's preferable to take the student to the Principal if possible). The Principal may suspend a student from school, but the Board is the only power that may expel a student. In either case, letters will be kept in the office as verification. Suspension-expulsion for more than 5 days will be governed by procedural due process. Short-term suspension will be handled by methods and procedures to be used that are on file in the offices of the Administration. All procedures are on file in the office and open to the public and student view. Student Discipline Plan We believe all of our students can behave appropriately in school. We will tolerate no student stopping a teacher from teaching and or any student from learning. In order to provide your child, and all students in our school the excellent learning climate they deserve, we will use the following discipline plan. Students are expected to behave in ways that are respectful, responsible, and safe. When disciplinary action is needed the following core beliefs will be the basis for handling each situation:

§ Every attempt will be made to maintain the dignity and self-respect of all the parties involved.

§ Students will be guided and expected to solve their problems, or the ones they create, without creating problems for anyone else.

§ Students will be given opportunities to make decisions and live with the consequences. § Misbehavior will be handled with natural or logical consequences instead of punishment,

whenever possible. § Misbehavior will be viewed as an opportunity for individual problem solving and

preparation for the real world as opposed to a personal attack on school or staff. § Students will be encouraged to request a “due process” hearing whenever consequences

appear to be unfair. § School personnel will handle school problems. Criminal activity will be referred to the

proper authorities. When a problem occurs, the parties involved should work to resolve the problem. When the parties cannot find a solution, the problem may be referred to another person, teacher or administrator, who will facilitate the problem-solving process. Parents may be contacted when a problem has been resolved to inform them of the consequences. Parents may also be contacted when the problem cannot be resolved and the administrator feels the students’ needs to spend some time outside of the classroom or school setting. Repeated violations of school rules or illegal activity may result in suspension or expulsion from school. Behaviors that will result in suspension or expulsion 1. Repeated use of obscene or vulgar language or gestures 2. Verbal, physical or sexual harassment of any student or school employee 3. Causing or attempting to cause personal injury to any school employee, volunteer or student (including fighting)

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4. Stealing or theft of personal or school property of value 5. Possession, use or being under the influence of tobacco products, alcohol, illegal drugs or imitation controlled substances on school grounds 6. Vandalism (criminal acts) 7. Public indecency as defined by the state law 8. Tampering with the fire alarm system, pull stations, smoke detector or fire extinguisher 9. Knowingly possessing, handling or transmitting a weapon or items used with weapons (bullets) 10. Physical assault, sexual assault or attempted sexual assault 11. Engaging in any behavior that is considered a felony by law 12. Repeated violation of school rules 13. Insubordination Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drugs The use of illicit drugs and the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful. The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and/or alcohol by students on school premises or as part of any activity is prohibited and will not be tolerated. Louisville School will reserve the right to periodically invite the Sheriff’s Department’s trained Drug Dog to search the school building, school grounds and vehicles parked on those grounds. The Louisville Board of Education has adopted a policy: Any student caught smoking, drinking or involved in the use of drugs or in possession of tobacco, alcohol or other drugs and paraphernalia on school property or during a school activity of any kind is subject to disciplinary action. This disciplinary action will be in effect whether the incident occurred before school, after school or on the weekend. Smoking/drinking – first offense – 3 days immediate OSS suspension. Smoking/drinking – second offense – 5 days immediate OSS suspension Smoking/drinking – third and successive offenses – long-term suspension or expulsion. Drug involvement – first and successive offenses – long-term suspension or expulsion. Counselling Services and Rehabilitation The Louisville School District shall provide information to all students concerning drug and alcohol counselling, rehabilitation and re-entry programs within fifty miles of the administrative offices of the District or, where no such services are found, within the State of Nebraska. Information concerning such resources shall be presented to all of the students of the District. Drug and Alcohol Education Pursuant of P.L. 101-226 and 34 C.F.R., Part 86, Louisville Schools shall provide age appropriate, developmentally based drug and alcohol education and prevention programs for all students of the school. It shall be the policy of the District to require instruction at each grade level concerning the adverse effects resulting from the use of illicit drugs and alcohol. Such instruction should be described in any curriculum guides of the District and should have as one of its primary objectives presenting the use of illicit drugs and alcohol by such students. It shall further be the policy of the District to encourage the use of outside resource personnel such as law enforcement officers, medical personnel and experts on the subject of drug and alcohol abuse, so that its economic, social, educational and physiological consequences may be made known to the students of the district. Louisville School will reserve the right to periodically employ a trained Drug Dog to search the school building, school grounds and vehicles parked on those grounds.

Due Process Procedure When the teacher in charge handles a discipline issue and they have rendered a decision as a proposed disciplinary action the appeal process to that decision shall be as follows.

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1. In the event that the student and/or parent(s) are dissatisfied with the decision of the teacher in charge, they may appeal to the Principal. 2. In the event that the student and/or his parents are dissatisfied with the decision of the Principal, they may appeal to the Superintendent of Schools. The Superintendent must receive the request to meet within two days following the decision of the Principal. The meeting with the Superintendent shall be conducted within five days after receipt of the request. 3. If the parents and students are dissatisfied with the decision of the Superintendent they may request a hearing with a hearing officer. The request for a hearing must be made within two days following the decision of the Superintendent. The meeting with the Superintendent shall be conducted within five days after receipt of the request. The Superintendent shall appoint a hearing officer. Should witnesses testify the student should be given an opportunity to confront such witnesses. The Superintendent will make a decision on the case after reviewing the recommendations of the hearing officer and inform the student of such. A statement of finding of facts from the hearing shall be complied and the student and parents provided a copy. If the student and their parents are not satisfied with the decision of the hearing, a second hearing may be requested before the Board of Education. The Board of Education must receive in writing a request for such a second hearing within five days. Following receipt of such request, a hearing will be held within five days and the student and parent or guardian shall be given prompt notice of the time and place of such hearing. a. The student will be provided the opportunity to testify, question, and present other evidence on his or her behalf at the hearings. Counsel may be present at the parent’s or student’s request. b. Proceedings of the hearing, including the decision, will be put in writing, and a copy of these proceedings will be mailed to the parents and student. Electronic Devices Cellular phones, pagers, beepers, I-pods, CD players, Mp3 players, lasers, toys, games, radios, and other electronic or battery powered instruments which transmit voice, text, or data from one person to another, or has the have potential to disrupt the learning environment, are not permitted in the classrooms. By bringing such devices to school, students and parents authorize the school to dispose of unclaimed devices at the end of each semester. These devices, if brought into the building, are to be kept in the student’s locker or turned in to the office for safekeeping until the end of the school day. The district is not responsible for the security and safekeeping of student’s electronic devices and is not financially responsible for any damage, destruction, or loss of electronic devices. Students may have electronic devices at school. The rules are:

1. It is off during the school day. 2. It is out of sight during the school day. 3. It is only used before and after school. 4. Students may use electronics devices during class time when authorized pursuant to an

Individual Education Plan (IEP) or a Section 504 Accommodation Plan. Emergency Exclusion A student may be excluded from Louisville Public School, if the student’s presence and/or conduct present threats to the physical safety of the school community, or until the circumstances justifying the exclusion have been resolved.

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Emergency Information Sheets The parent or the guardian at the start of each school year, or upon entrance into the school, will complete an emergency information sheet. An authorization will be obtained from the parents for the person they want contacted to care for their child if an illness occurs and the parents cannot be reached. Emergency information sheets will be handed out on the first day of school and collected by the first period teachers. Expulsions Expulsion/Long-Term Suspension-Determined by the Board of Education. Governed by procedural due process. Long-term suspension will result in the student being suspended from school for a period exceeding five (5) days but less than twenty (20) days. Expulsion from school is limited to the remainder of the current semester plus the following semester of school. Field Trips Properly supervised and planned field trips are an important part of the instructional program. A signed permission form from a parent or guardian is required for all field trips. Parents are welcome to attend field trips and ride the bus if there is room available. We ask that parents use no tobacco products during the field trip. No siblings are allowed to attend. Fire Drills One fire drill shall be held each month. Students are to walk from the building in an orderly file according to instructions from the teacher in charge. Fire evacuation plans including exits to use will be posted in each of the rooms. A series of short rings indicates you are to return to the building and continue a normal schedule. Disaster drills will also be made at periodic times during the year. All students are to go to their meeting spot no matter what class or area they are in. Any student or students caught tampering with the fire alarm system shall be dismissed immediately and reported to the proper authorities. (False alarms carry a stiff monetary fine and/or imprisonment in jail.)

Food Service Information Food Services "The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer." All children will be given a lunch number and will enter that into the computer. If money is needed a statement will be sent home once a week. Applications for free / reduced price meals are available in the school’s office. Names of students eligible for free/reduced price meals will be kept confidential. There will be a closed lunch period of elementary students. All elementary students should plan to eat lunch at the school whether it be hot or cold lunch. The close proximity of the downtown area dictates that we have a closed lunch period.

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The lunchroom area is designed to provide a balanced diet, proper nutrition, opportunities for socialization and relaxation. The lunchroom should be a place to eat. Please help to make it a pleasant place by following simple rules of courtesy and showing respect for the rights of others. Students will be expected to use PROPER MANNERS in the eating room at all times. Student Expectations: Students should . . . . . . . . . .

1) show proper respect for food which has been prepared for them. Menus are published in advance so that if something is not to their liking, then they may bring a cold lunch

2) not to exchange food between tables as this causes movement of students and can result in a mess if food is spilled.

3) not to disturb others, talk excessively, make noise, poke or hit other students. 4) take their tray back to the dish washing area, clean their tray and dispose of the leftover food and

paper items. Everything should be returned in good shape. 5) ask permission to get a drink or use the restroom. Lunchroom sponsors will regulate number of

students in restroom and at drinking fountain. Failure to follow this lunchroom procedure can lead to some type of disciplinary action which could include removal from the lunchroom setting. Hot lunches may be purchased from the Lunch Secretary, Dana March. Lunches for grades 1-5 will cost $2.10; Grades 6-12 $2.35; Adults $2.95; second entrees at no cost: third & beyond entrees will cost $1.25. Breakfast cost will be: Students $1.30; Adults $1.85. Milk will be $.25. Juice will be $.30. These will be well-rounded, type “A" lunches. A lunch count will be taken daily to know how many will be eating at noon and for preparation of food. If you indicate that you will be eating, you are expected to fulfil that obligation. Children in the Elementary building eating lunch at school will walk to the lunchroom facility. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 7:55 a.m. Eating breakfast will not be a legitimate excuse for being late to first period classes.

National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program As a participant in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, and in accordance with Federal law and the U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, Louisville Public Schools is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint regarding discrimination in the school lunch or breakfast programs, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Gifts Teachers are not permitted to give gifts to children in their rooms, but may contribute refreshments at school parties. Teachers do not expect gifts from children. But this matter is left entirely to your judgment. Health Information Guidelines For Administering Medications Whenever possible your child should be provided medication by you outside of school hours. In the event it is necessary that your child have medication available at school, the parents/guardians must provide the medication along with a signed medication consent form. This form can be found in the back of the handbook, nurse's office as well as on the LPS website.

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Medications must be provided to the school by the parent/guardian. This includes Tylenol, Ibuprofen, etc. as well as any prescription medications. All prescription medication must have a doctor's order accompany it (this is usually the white label that is wrapped on the bottle or on the box). Inhalers and Epipens fall into the prescription medication category. All over-the-counter medication will be given as directed on the box, unless there is a doctor's order stating otherwise. No expired medication will be administered. No narcotic medications, this includes pain pills, cough syrup with codeine, etc. will be administered at school. If your child needs to take this medication, then they need to stay home. Asthma/Allergic Emergencies If you know that your student has asthma or a known allergy, it is critically important that you communicate this information to our school staff. For each student with a known allergic condition or asthma must provide the school with (1) written medical documentation, (2) action plan, (3) medications as directed by the physician. In the event that your student experiences a life threatening asthma attack or allergic reaction, we will defer to the action plan and medications that you have provided. If the student has no medical documentation, action plan, or medication here at school, we will defer to the regulatory emergency protocol that is described below. The Emergency Protocol is as follows:

· Call 911 · Administer the Epipen injection · Administer a nebulizer treatment · Send to Emergency Room by rescue squad

The protocol steps are designed to provide quick, effective care, in order to prevent death from occurring due to a severe asthma attack or anaphylaxis. Staff members have been trained to recognize signs/symptoms of a life threatening emergency and how to properly carry out the emergency protocol. The protocol is a standing medical order that has been signed by Dr. Richard Osterholm Parents of a student who has been diagnosed with asthma/ anaphylactic reaction must supply all necessary medications and equipment for managing their condition. This includes but is not limited to inhalers, nebulizer tubing/mask, Epipens, etc. We cannot stress enough the importance of asthmatic students having inhalers at school at all times. MS/HS students are allowed to carry their inhalers/ Epipens with them after receiving the proper paperwork (signed medication form, doctor's order, current expiration date and a signed action plan from the doctor). We still encourage the parents to send a “back-up” inhaler to keep in the nurse's office, in case of emergencies like the students forgets their inhaler at home, etc. STUDENT ILLNESSES School nurse will notify parents when a student needs to be sent home from school due to illness. Conditions requiring a student be sent home include: temperature 100 degrees or greater, vomiting, diarrhea, unexplained rashes, live head lice, or on determination by the school nurse that the student's condition prevents meaningful participation in the educational process, presents a health risk to the student or others, or that medical consultation is warranted unless the condition resolves. If a student has a fever, he/she must be fever free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication before returning to school. If your child has been diagnosed with a communicable disease for example (strep, pink eye, ringworm,etc) he/she must be on antibiotics for 24 hours before returning to school and /or a doctor's note for reentry. Students with severe coughs should remain at home. It is very difficult to teach/learn with the constant interruption of a cough. Please include emergency daytime phone numbers on your student's information sheet so that you can be reached if your student becomes ill or injured while at school. No student may be excluded until a parent or a responsible adult has been contacted. A daily nurse’s log will be kept and all incidents, illnesses and accidents will be recorded. Please also inform the school nurse of health related information you feel is important for your student's success in the classroom and/or safety at school.

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Guidelines for Head Lice The following guidelines are in place to: better control a nuisance condition, reduce absenteeism due to head lice and involve parents as partners with the school in control efforts.

1. Students will be sent home immediately from school with live head lice. 2. School nurse will provide information and instructions, including how to check and identify head lice to

the parent. 3. A student sent home for head lice must be inspected and cleared by the school nurse before

returning to the classroom. 4. A student who was sent home with head lice will be re-checked again in 7-10 days. 5. Head checks will be conducted as needed in order to control the condition at school. *Nit removal will

be emphasized for effective management of the condition. If you have questions or concerns about the protocol or your student’s health issues, please contact the school nurse. Screenings The school health services perform screenings throughout the year for height, weight, vision & dental. Written referrals are made to the parents if an area of concern is identified. Please report the findings of any additional testing to the school, so the information can be added to your child’s health record. The following schedule for health screenings is generally followed: Weight/Height: K – 4, 7th & 10th grades Vision: K – 4, 7th & 10th grades Hearing: K – 4, 7th & 10th grades Dental: Pre K – 5, 7th & 10th grades

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Summary of the School Immunization Rules and Regulations 2014-2015

Student Age Group

Required Vaccines

Ages 2 through 5 years enrolled in a school based program not licensed as a child care provider

4 doses of DTaP, DTP, or DT vaccine,

3 doses of Polio vaccine,

3 doses of Hib vaccine or 1 dose of Hib given at or after 15 months of

age, *Hib not required after child reaches 5 yrs of age

3 doses of pediatric Hepatitis B vaccine,

1 dose of MMR or MMRV given on or after 12 months of age,

1 dose of varicella (chickenpox) or MMRV given on or after 12 months of age. written documentation (including year) of varicella disease from parent, guardian, or health care provider will be accepted. 4 doses of pneumococcal or 1 dose of pneumococcal given on or after 15 months of age. *Pneumococcal not required after child reaches 5 yrs of age

Students from Kindergarten through 12th Grade, including all transfer students from outside the State of Nebraska and any foreign students

3 doses of DTaP, DTP, DT, or Td vaccine, one given on or after the 4th birthday, 3 doses of Polio vaccine, 3 doses of pediatric Hepatitis B vaccine or 2 doses of adolescent vaccine if student is 11-15 years of age. 2 doses of MMR or MMRV vaccine, given on or after 12 months of age and separated by at least one month, 2 doses of varicella (chickenpox) or MMRV given on or after 12 months of age. Written documentation (including year) of varicella disease from parent, guardian, or health care provider will be accepted. If the child has had varicella disease, they do not need any varicella shots.

Additionally, for 7th Grade Only

1 dose of Tdap (must contain Pertussis booster)

Source: Nebraska Immunization Program, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, 2011. For additional information, call 402-471-6423. The School Rules & Regulations are available on the internet: http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/reg/t173.htm (Title 173: Control of Communicable Diseases - Chapter 3; revised and implemented 2011) Updated 1/2014

Source: Nebraska Immunization Program, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, 2011. For additional information, call 402-471-6423. The School Rules & Regulations are available on the internet: http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/reg/t173.htm (Title 173: Control of Communicable Diseases - Chapter 3; revised and implemented 2011)

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Library Media Center The elementary library media center supports all K-5 Curriculum. Students K-3 come to the library at a scheduled time once a week to learn literature appreciation, library skills, and to check out books. The library media specialist goes to the 4th and 5th grade classrooms for library skills and then escorts students to the library for check-out. The two online catalog computers are available to students and teachers and the database is district wide, including materials in all 3 libraries in our building. The catalog, Destiny, is web-based and accessible to students at home via Internet access. Destiny also includes Accelerated Reading information for a book’s reading level and points possible that correspond to the AR Quiz. Students may also visit the library at other times as needed to check out books or do research. This usually occurs because the student was absent or forgot his/her book on library class day. The library is closed 11:00-1:00 every day, because the library staff has lunch duties.

Students in kindergarten and 1st grade check out one book. When they return that book, they may check out another book. Students in grades 2-5 may have 2 items (book, media bag, or magazine) checked out and must return those items before checking out more. Second semester, 1st graders may check out 2 books, also. Students insert a date due card in the book pocket of the book they check out. This shows him/her the day of the week the book is due which is the same day throughout the school year. Elementary students are NOT charged fines for returning books past the due date. As is school policy, students are charged the replacement cost for materials they lose or a fine for damaged books. If they find the lost item, their money is refunded. All lost items are resolved at the end of each quarter, which clears the student’s library account. Students need to be aware that coming to the library is a privilege and improper behavior will cause them to be isolated in a study carrel (away from the group) or be sent back to the classroom. Continued misbehaving or severe misbehavior will result in a detention and/or being sent to the principal’s office. Any improper behavior of students is always communicated to the teacher. Lost and Found All unclaimed articles are sent to the lost and found area in the nurse’s office. It’s is the child’s responsibility to check the lost and found periodically if he/she has lost something. These items can be reclaimed upon proper identification. All jackets, coats, sweatshirts, hats, bags, and any other items should be properly marked with a permanent marker for easy identification. At the end of each quarter, unclaimed items will be donated to a charity. Louisville Lions Cub Club The Before and After School Child Care Program provides a safe, fun, reliable child care before and after school to school age children. This program named the Louisville Lions Cub Club or "Cub Club" for short is licensed for thirty children at any one particular time. They use the cafeteria, old gym and the playground. The "Cub Club" is under the direction of Audrey Deloske and sponsored by the Louisville School Foundation. The program will be offered again this year during the hours of 6:30 AM to 8:05 AM and 3:15 PM to 6:00 PM. For more information, please contact Audrey Deloske at 218-7699.

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Multi-Cultural Policy It shall be the policy of School District #32 to provide students with a multi-cultural education. Specific areas of concern shall be:

(1) To purchase textbooks and educational materials that include minorities, (2) To provide students with instruction about other cultures, customs, and geographical lifestyles; (3) To provide staff members the opportunity to attend or take part in in-service workshops on multi-cultural education, and

(4) To provide all students with guidance and counseling service without restriction to race, creed, color or national origin.

New Registration A child shall be accepted for entrance to kindergarten if he/she has reached the age of five on or before July 31 of the year in which he/she enters school. In seeking admission to school for the first time, parents or guardians of the child must present an official birth certificate. Pupils entering Louisville Public Schools after attending another school shall furnish proof of grade classification by a report card or transcript of grades from last school attended and official birth certificate. Parent-Teacher Conferences The scheduled individual parent-teacher conferences held twice at Louisville Elementary School each year begin where other reporting methods end. The parent brings to the conference his own understanding of what the child is like at home. The teacher presents an insight of what the child is like at school. With these two observations, everybody gains--especially the child. Parent-Teacher conferences are tentatively scheduled in October and February. Since the conferences involve confidential information for parents (or guardian) and teachers only, guests should not be present. Also, you will find it to our mutual advantage if arrangements are made for babysitting for small children during the conference. Notes are sent home with the students prior to the conference date, stating the scheduled time for the conference. Music, P.E., Art, Title I, and Special Ed. teachers are available to visit with either prior to or following the conference with the regular classroom teacher. P.T.O. The Louisville Parent Teacher Organization provides an excellent opportunity for establishing better communications between parents and teachers to help in understanding children. P.T.O. meetings are held once each month. This is one of the best opportunities for the parent to learn about school life and become involved. For information about membership and the P.T.O. call the elementary school, 234-4215. Party Invitations In order to maximize instructional time for our teachers and our students, we ask that you NOT distribute birthday party or any other type of invitations at school. It is the policy of the District that we cannot give out addresses, phones numbers or email addresses of our students for any reason, including party invitations.

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Playground The school is concerned with safety, both in the building and on the playground. If a major accident should occur, the parent and or family physician will be notified immediately. Please list your preference of physician on child’s emergency form. Accident insurance is available for those who wish to purchase it. Preschool Program The Louisville Early Education Classroom for identified preschool students will be operational for the 2010-11 school year. The program will be run by Louisville Public Schools rather than Educational Service Unit #3. For more information, you can contact Mikaela Collins, Preschool teacher, Mr. Cory Holl, Principal 234-4215, or Mr. Greg Shepard, Superintendent 234-3585. Records & Transfer of Records Parents can inspect and review all material that is incorporated into each student's cumulative record folder. Schools may not release material on students without written permission from parents. (Exceptions are made for in-school uses, information given to a school where a student intends to enroll, facts needed for a student's application for financial aid, or information requested for official audits and evaluations). Retention Louisville Public Schools follows research-supported guidelines in considering and or recommending student retention. LPS believes: • “Low achievers” do not catch up, are more likely to fall further behind. • Retention should be a consensual decision between the parents and the school. • Retention decisions will be guided by early intervention practices through the Student Assistance Team

process that considers variety of relevant factors. • Students identified as immature generally do not benefit from retention and are more negatively impacted

emotionally with lower self-concepts, more adjustment problems and more negative attitudes toward school.

Retention Policies are for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. For students 9th to 12th grade, promotion is governed by credit acquisition. Procedures When Considering Retention: 1. Teacher will document concerns and interventions that have been done for the student to date. 2. Teacher will contact the building administrator and refer student for the SAT (student assistance team)

process. 3. The SAT process steps will be followed, and parents will be contacted as part of the initial process 4. Retention will only be recommended by the administrator if that is the agreed decision of the SAT

team, classroom teacher, and parents. Returning to School Parents are expected to call the school to verify the absence between 8:00 and 9:00 AM on the day of the absence. Failure to verify by phone will result in an unexcused absence and arrangements will be made for make-up work.

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Safety Information Emergency Disaster Plan The emergency disaster plan will be reviewed at the beginning of the school year. Practice drills will be held once each semester. District Crisis Response Team Services -- Allow school to proceed normally for those not affected by the crisis. -- Meet with building administrators and key staff to formulate an action plan. -- Assist in handling media coverage. -- Support school staff -- Help teachers process information with students. -- Work with students individually or in groups. -- Contact and work with parents. -- Provide helpful, factual information to parents, staff, and students. Gun Free Schools Act Firearms, Weapons, Explosives and Material That Can Be Ignited, are prohibited on school property or at school sponsored events unless authorized by the school administration. According to the Gun Free Schools Act (LB 658, Federal Law 18 U.S.C. Section 921), a student shall be expelled for one calendar year for possessing, handling, or transmitting any object or material that is ordinarily or generally considered a weapon. The Nebraska School Law (79-4, 180(5)) and the Student Discipline Act (LB 1250) also prohibit weapons, including knives, on school property or at school events. School Activities Students are welcome to attend activities at the elementary and high school. Students are expected to be a courteous audience and display good sportsmanship. At high school events, parents are responsible for their child(ren). School Closing If school is closed or there is an early release due to poor weather conditions or other unforeseen conditions, parents will be contacted by the Global Connect telephone notification system. Announcements will also be made over KFAB and WOWT radio as well as KMTV and KETV television stations. We sometimes have to dismiss on an emergency basis due to bad weather, etc. This is usually when our phone lines become extremely busy and find it difficult to reach parents. Many times elementary students are confused as to where they should go or what to do when school is dismissed early. Please talk to your child ahead of time and prepare him/her so they know what to do if school should be dismissed early due to bad weather. Thank you for your support on this matter. School Hours and Student Entry Students should not arrive at school prior to 8:05 A.M. unless they have a valid reason for being there such as meeting with a teacher or to eat breakfast. When a student is granted entrance to school before 8:05 A.M., he/she should be under the direct supervision of a staff member, and should not be roaming the hallways or in classrooms. Students may enter the building using the elementary doors. Students should leave the building after school Students are not to be in the building when school is not in session, except under the supervision of a faculty member.

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Hours Preschool 8:05- 11:20 or 12:15-3:30 Friday’s No School Grades K-5 8:05-3:30 Friday’s 9:35-3:30 School Nurse The school nurse is scheduled at Louisville Public Schools from 8:00 to 4:00 each day. A parent/ guardian will be notified if there is an accident or illness to their child. If your child has an accident at home and is experiencing symptoms of pain, fever, visual problems or vomiting, please contact your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Do not wait until the next school day for the school nurse to examine your child, it is not the school's responsibility. The school is not responsible to provide treatment or supplies (ace wraps, splints, crutches, etc.) for an injury received outside of school. Any surgeries, hospitalizations, serious injuries and health conditions should be reported to the school nurse for proper follow-up, inclusion on the child's health record and to ensure the safety of the child while at school. Staff Qualifications The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 gives parents the right to acquire information about the professional qualifications of their child’s classroom teachers. Upon request, Louisville Public School will give parents the following information about their child’s classroom teacher:

1.Whether the teacher has met State qualifications and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction. 2.Whether the teacher is teaching under an emergency or provisional teaching certificate. 3.The Baccalaureate degree major of the teacher. You may also get information about other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree.

We will also, upon request, tell parents whether their child is being provided services by a paraprofessional and, if so, the qualifications of the paraprofessional. The request for information should be made to an administrator in your child’s school building. The information will be provided to you in a timely manner. Finally Louisville Public Schools will give timely notice to you if your child has been assigned, or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who does not meet the requirements of the Act. Student Accident Insurance The school district does not carry insurance on students in school or at school activities. The school is not responsible for hospital or doctor bills contracted due to accidents that happen on the school premises. Student insurance will be made available to all students following guidelines outlined by the Louisville Board of Education. For a summary of the guidelines please refer to the Louisville Public School Calendar or contact the superintendent’s office. Student Behaviors Please cooperate with the school by impressing on your child the need for her/him to be a good school citizen. Please do not make adverse criticism of the teacher or the school in front of your child. This can

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definitely affect his attitude and behavior. We will be happy to sit down with you and discuss calmly any difference of opinion, or to help clarify any school situation. Student Council It shall be the mission of the Louisville Elementary Student Council to ----

develop Leadership skills of students promote Positive school environment be of Service to school/community

LPS - Louisville Public School Activities: School Spirit Day - The students can show their school spirit every Friday by wearing Louisville apparel

(A stuffed lion is given to the class that shows the most school spirit on Friday). Student of the week recognition - Present certificates to a student of the week in the lower, middle, and

upper elementary grades. A special recognition bulletin board is used by the student council to recognize chosen students.

Assist with special activities - Celebrate Red Ribbon Week and give special recognition for school environment, building student self esteem, making effort to help others.

Student Fees & Grading Information Student Fees The District’s general policy is to provide for the free instruction in school in accordance with the Nebraska Constitution. This generally means that the District’s policy is to provide free instruction for courses which are required by state law or regulation and to provide the staff, facility, equipment, and materials necessary for such instruction, without charge or fee to the students.

The District does provide activities, programs, and services to children, which extend beyond the minimum level of constitutionally required free instruction. Students and their parents have historically contributed to the District’s efforts to provide such activities, programs, and services. Such student and parent contributions have included: students coming to school with the basic clothing and personal supplies to be successful in the classroom (clothing, shoes, pencils, pens, paper, notebooks, calculators, and other personal items), students bringing their own or paying the reasonable cost of specialized equipment or supplies for the personal preference or personal retained benefit of students (for example, band equipment, shop class materials where the student keeps the product, and college tuition, or fees for college credit for advanced placement courses, correspondence or distance learning courses, college placement exams such as the ACT/SAT tests), students providing their own specialized clothing and equipment to be prepared for the extracurricular activities in which they choose to participate (sporting apparel, including shoes, undergarments, and the like), and assisting with special programs, summer school, school dances and plays. The District’s general policy is to continue to encourage and to require, to the extent permitted by law, such student and parent contributions to enhance the educational program provided by the District.

Under the Nebraska Public Elementary and Secondary Student Fee Authorization Act, the District is required to set forth in a policy its guidelines or policies for specific categories of student fees. The District does so be setting forth the following guidelines and policies: this policy is subject to further interpretation or guidance by administrative or Board regulations which may be adopted from time to time. Parents, guardians, and students are encouraged to contact their building administration or their teachers or activity coaches and sponsors for further specifics.

Waivers: The District’s policy is to provide fee waivers in accordance with the Public Elementary and Secondary Student Fee Authorization Act. Students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunches under United States Department of Agriculture child nutrition programs shall be provided a fee waiver or be provided the necessary materials or equipment without charge for: (1) participation in extracurricular activities, (2) transportation charges for student spectators attending extracurricular activities; (3) materials

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for course projects, and (4) use of a musical instrument in optional music courses that are not extracurricular activities. Participation in a free-lunch program or reduced-price lunch program is not required to qualify for free or reduced-price lunches for purposes of this section. Materials for course projects to be provided to free or reduced-price lunch eligible students shall be required to be approved by the administration, which shall apply a standard based on providing materials which are equitable to those purchased by comparable students. Grading and Promotion Report cards are sent home following the close of each nine-week period. The report card is designed to aid you in determining your child’s progress in school. If you wish to consult with your child's teacher, he/she would appreciate it very much if you would call before hand to make sure a suitable time can be arranged. There are report cards in use to suit the needs of various grade levels. The symbols used in grading also vary. If you do not understand the symbols, or if your child is doing poor work, please call your child’s teacher for a conference. Generally, it is expected that a student will progress through the elementary school in seven years. Realistically however, not all students learn at the same rate - some need additional time. In such cases, it may be necessary for a child to be retained in a grade in order for him/her to have the opportunity to master the needed skills before moving up to the next grade. On file in the elementary office is a plan that outlines the consideration to be made and procedures to be used for retention. Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held in October and February. The child's teacher will discuss the report card and answer any questions you might have about your child's progress. The school wishes to cooperate with the parents in the best interests of the child and his future. The teacher and the school has the right to retain a student if it seems necessary. Standardized achievement tests are given to all pupils 3rd through 5th grades each year. These tests can help the teacher to determine the strengths and weaknesses of a child. A parent report of test results will be made available to parents at the end of 4th nine weeks. Homework Homework is important in the learning process in that it extends the active involvement beyond the classroom. The time a student spends in class is not enough to ensure the best learning possible. Homework is an excellent way for the parent to keep abreast of a child's progress. Good communication between home and school and mutual cooperation are imperative in fostering the full development of the student's potential. Please check with your child's teacher throughout the school year concerning homework. The amount of homework per day from individual teachers may vary. For a child to receive the greatest benefit from homework experiences, the parent could help by providing an appropriate time and desirable place for the child to work. Reasons for homework 1. To practice and enrich skills and concepts taught in class and to stimulate classroom discussions. 2. To foster independent study skills. 3. To develop responsibility for bringing home books and assignments, completing work and returning it

on time. 4. To enhance parent awareness of student progress. 5. Homework is as important as any other part of school-work, therefore homework grades will affect

grades on report cards.

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Responsibility of: Students: 1. To bring home assignments and materials. 2. To return completed assignments on time. Teachers: 1. To provide appropriate and meaningful assignments and to ensure student understanding of the

assignments. 2. To explain their homework policy and procedures to students and parents at the beginning of the school

year. 3. To place value on complete work by grading, discussing, etc. Parents: 1. Set aside a regular time and place for completing homework assignments without distractions. 2. Provide necessary materials for completing homework assignments. Classification of Pupils The Elementary Principal and the teachers shall determine the grade in which the pupil shall be classified. The final report of the school to the parents shall state the grade in which the pupil will be placed at the beginning of the following term. Parental appeal of any child's classification should be directed initially to the Elementary Principal. Guidelines for Book Fines Books are a costly item which range from $5.00 to $35.00 and more. Students are issued books to be used and to be returned at the end of the year, with only reasonable amount of wear. Unreasonable treatment of books will result in fines. Guidelines for book fines are as follows: NEW BOOKS

1) Lost or damaged book – replacement cost of book plus shipping and handling. 2) Broken binding or cover of new book - $10.00 3) Torn or missing pages in a new book - $10.00 4) Writing in ink, new book - $ 5.00 5) Writing in pages of book not satisfactorily erased $ 5.00

USED TEXTBOOKS – THREE YEARS OR OLDER

1) Lost or damaged book - $10.00 2) Broken binding or cover of used book - $ 6.00 3) Torn or missing pages in used book - $ 5.00 4) Writing in ink, new or used book - $ 2.00 5) Writing in pages of books not satisfactory erased - $ 2.00

Supplies Although books and many other materials are provided by the school district, each child is expected to provide his own writing materials. His teacher may wish to suggest a certain type of material or other supplies that he/she so considers desirable. (See Student Fee Policy, pages 7 & 8). Suspensions In School Suspension-Assigned for infractions of the Louisville School’s Handbook. Students will be placed in a designated area for a period not to exceed five (5) school days. Students will not be counted absent and will be expected to complete all classroom assignments. In-school suspension hours are 8:05 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Tardies If a student is not in their class when the bell rings, they are considered tardy. Students will be expected to sit out their recess time the day the tardy occurs. Students late because of delayed arrival of the bus will not be counted tardy. If a student is late to class for any other reason, they are considered tardy and the teacher shall record the tardy. There will be a face-to-face conference between the parents/guardian and the building administrator after every seven tardies (ex. 7, 14, 21, etc.) to discuss ways to guarantee the student(s) arrives to school on time. Every 7 tardies will result in 1 unexcused absence. This will be counted toward the ten-day absence limit. Telephone Calls If parents/guardians have an emergency message for their child, please call the school before 2:50 p.m. (M-F) to allow adequate time for the message to be delivered before the end of the school day. Students will not be called out of class to come to the phone. The telephones in the classrooms are for teacher use only unless permission by the principal or classroom teacher is given. Title IX Louisville Public Schools Non-discrimination information In compliance with the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Title VI of the civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended by the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1978; The Louisville Public Schools shall not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, or handicapped in the educational programs or activities which it operates. It is the intent of the Louisville Public Schools to comply with both the letter and spirit of the law in making certain discrimination does not exist in its policies, regulations and operations. Specific complaints of alleged discrimination under Title IX (sex) and Section 504 (handicap) should be referred to Greg Shepard, Superintendent, Louisville Public Schools, P.O. Box 489, Louisville NE 68037, Phone 234-3585. Transfer of Pupils Pupils shall check out in the Principal's office when transferring to another school or withdrawing from school. Teachers are required to turn in a clearance form, which gives the grades and other record information. Official school records shall be mailed directly to the next school of attendance by written request of a transcript release. Records shall not be mailed until the student has been directly cleared through the Principal's office (meaning the paying of all unpaid bills, turning in of all school equipment and materials, etc.) and the clearance sheet signed by all teachers. Transportation Information The bus driver has full management of the bus, its activities, and passengers, from the time the child enters, until he leaves. All pupils must board the bus and leave the bus in an orderly manner. All riders are to be seated before the bus will be moved and shall remain seated until the bus is stopped. Good conduct within the bus is essential. All riders are to keep all parts of their bodies inside the bus while it is in motion. The rear door is to be used for emergencies only. Gum and refreshments are discouraged on the bus and will be regulated by each bus driver. Busses for elementary students load and unload at the designated areas only and elementary students are to get on and off the bus at this location only and busses are to provide transportation for bus route students only and not for students en route or downtown. Bus

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drivers can assign seats, if necessary, or can eject a student for persistent disobedience. Drivers have control of the bus and must have authority for safety. We at the school realize that there may be an occasion in which those who regularly ride the school bus may desire to have a guest ride with them to their home at the end of the school day. In the interest of safety for all students, it is necessary that we efficiently communicate to our bussing staff and the staff of our school an accounting of any of these occasions. It is necessary that the following procedures be followed in order to insure proper communication and safety for all involved. 1. Notification must be forwarded, in writing, to the appropriate office (elementary or secondary) by 9:00 a.m. any morning that a student desires to have a guest ride with them home on the PM bus route. Even though 24 hour notice is preferred, we feel that we will be able to successfully notify our PM bus drivers and the appropriate staff of our system if this notification is received by 9:00 a.m. 2. Notification must be received in writing from both the parent of the bus route students and their guest. Verbal notification will not be accepted by the offices. 3. All emergency requests (after 9:30 a.m.) must be directly communicated to the office of the Superintendent. It is not expected that an emergency would not be a case in which someone merely "forgot" to notify the school. Bus Discipline Administrators have been given authority to discontinue bus service to those who cannot conduct themselves in a decent manner on the busses. Misconduct will be reported by the bus driver The bus driver is, at all times, in full charge of his/her bus. Continued disobedience to his or her commands may result in the suspension of your privilege to ride the bus to and from school. Any of the following is unacceptable conduct on the bus: (a) Abusive or obscene language (b) Smoking (c) Throwing objects out of the bus or in the bus. (d) Fighting and pushing (e) Defacing or destroying property (f) Any other action that is not considered reasonable conduct...sexual harassments

threats, etc. The length of time of duration that the service will be discontinued for disciplinary reasons may be for 1,2,3 or 5 days, two weeks or for one-semester intervals. The area east of the new elementary school will be used for the loading and unloading. Keep this area clear for bus uses. It is important that BUSSES HAVE A PLACE TO LOAD AND UNLOAD. Students, who ride the bus, should be on time for the pickup as all busses run a close schedule. Bus Policies The Louisville Public School District will provide transportation for all district students who live beyond the 4-mile limit. No other person or students shall be allowed on the bus unless given permission to do so by the transportation secretary (Bev Becker). Notes by both families need to be given to the building principal before 9:00 a.m. the day of the occasion. Visitors to the Building We encourage patrons to visit school and observe the classroom instruction at any time. All visitors to the Louisville School Building must come to the elementary or secondary office area to sign in and receive a visitor’s badge before proceeding to the classroom or other area of the building. Before leaving the building the visitor must sign out in the office. To arrange for a visitation, please call the office, 234-4215, and make arrangements. Students from other schools wishing to visit Louisville Elementary must have prior permission from the principal one day before the visitation.

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Appendix A BOARD POLICY ON GRADING FOR CHILDREN WHO COULD BENEFIT FROM SPECIAL EDUCATION The Board of Education of District #32 hereby reaffirms its position that all children regardless of their handicapping condition are entitled to a free appropriate public education and an equal opportunity for an education according to their individual needs. To help assure that students of District #32 are provided equal education opportunities, the following grading policy is established. 1. Special education students shall be afforded the opportunity to be graded according to ability in lieu of comparison grading for determining academic progress and meeting graduation requirements. Should ability grading be agreed upon by the Individual Education Program Team, which shall include the parent or guardian and eligible students, said agreement should be recorded on the Individual Education Program (IEP) for the student. 2. Special education students shall be afforded the opportunity to be graded by comparison grading in lieu of ability grading for determining academic progress and meeting graduation requirements. Should the parent or guardian and eligible student agree to use comparison grading, said agreement shall be recorded on the Individual Education Program (IEP) for the student. 3. Louisville Schools shall issue the same diploma to students with disabilities as is granted all students meeting the requisites necessary for completion of the educational program. 4. Special education students shall be awarded credit for participation in extracurricular services and activities on the same basis as non-handicapped students. 5. Annually, the parent/guardian or the special education student who is the recipient of special education services provided by the District shall be notified in writing of the Board of Education policy on grading. 6. Resident special education students who are served in special education program outside the District or residence shall be awarded diplomas upon successful completion of the course of study prescribed by the servicing agency and the Individual Education Program prepared for the student.

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Appendix B EMERGENCY DISASTER PLAN ******** SEVERE WEATHER ******** I. WARNING METHOD: PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM (Tone Signal) will sound for Tornado/Take Cover signal. In case of power failure, the fire alarm will sound at 5-second intervals. The United States Weather Service can usually forecast severe weather with a high degree of accuracy. If time and conditions permit, Action GO HOME may be implemented prior to the emergency. II. EMERGENCY ACTION A. The Public Address Tone Signal will sound for an entire 60 seconds. In case of power failure, the fire alarm will sound at 5-second intervals. B. Implement Action TAKE COVER!!!!!!!! C. All students and staff members should leave their respective classrooms/learning centers immediately and proceed to the tunnel hallway on the lower level and their designated areas. Students and Staff members alike are to line up in a sitting position. It is important that when seated, you are in a straight line so that others may sit next to you and there is enough room for everyone. The entire tunnel area, plus the new boys and girl’s locker rooms, the area of hallway between the Music Room and the girl’s locker room may be used for emergency shelter. D. Everyone is to remain calm and talking should be at a minimum in order that directions may be given if necessary. E. At the conclusion of the emergency, students and staff will be dismissed from their shelter areas by the Principal or the Superintendent or by the Fire Alarm.

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Appendix C COMMUNICATION Process for Addressing Concerns: Students: We encourage all students to discuss their concerns and problems with their parents or a trusted adult.

• Clarify the issue(s) prior to bringing a concern to others. • Communicate directly with the other party if you have a concern. • Disengage politely from any conversation that becomes abusive or disrespectful. • If the concern isn’t resolved, talk with your parent(s), teacher(s), school counselor, or

other staff members. • Talk with the principal if the concern isn’t resolved through previous steps. • Contact the Superintendent if the concern is of a serious nature and hasn’t been

resolved.

Parents: We encourage all adults to openly communicate with their children. • Clarify the issue(s) prior to bringing a concern to others. • Talk with the staff person most directly involved with the concern. • Disengage politely from any conversation that becomes abusive or disrespectful. • Talk with the counselor if it is a more general concern about your child. • Talk with the principal if the concern isn’t resolved through the previous steps. • Contact the Superintendent if the concern is of a serious nature and hasn’t been resolved. • Contact a school board member if the concern hasn’t been resolved.

Staff:

• Address concerns about a student with the student. • If the concern isn’t resolved contact the parent. • Notify your principal as deemed appropriate. • Be prompt and courteous in responding to concerns from parents. • Disengage politely from any conversation that becomes abusive or disrespectful.

Immediately notify your principal about such communication. Administration:

• Clarify the issue(s) prior to bringing a concern to others. • Contact parents with appropriate concerns. • Be prompt and courteous in responding to concerns from all individuals. • Speak with the staff person most directly involved with the concern. • Give students and parents the opportunity for due process. • Disengage politely from any conversation that becomes abusive or disrespectful. • Contact the Superintendent if the concern is of a serious nature and has not been

resolved through previous attempts. •

School Board:

• Concerns that are brought to individual board members will be shared with the Superintendent for his/her consideration and possible action.

• Individual board members have no authority to act unless specifically authorized to do so by the board acting as a whole.

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Appendix D COMPUTERS Acceptable Use Policy Definition: The Computer Network includes, but is not limited to, the use of local area networks, Internet, online commercial communications, and all other computer communications provided by the Louisville School District. Purpose: The purpose of the District’s Computer Network is to assist in preparing students for success in life and provide them with electronic access to a wide range of information. The following conditions are imposed on the use of the Computer Network and violation of these conditions is cause for revoking the privilege of access to the network or further disciplinary action. These conditions apply whether the user accesses the network during school time and on school property or at a remote location. 1. The computer network is to be used for the educational purposes stated above. 2. Computer network use in the School District is a privilege and not a right. 3. Use of the computer network to support illegal, inappropriate or obscene purposes, is expressly

prohibited and is grounds for disciplinary or legal action, account termination and monetary reimbursement for expenses incurred due to such activities. Illegal activities are defined as violations of local, state, or federal law. Inappropriate use is defined as violation of the intended use or purpose of the network such as the use of any unauthorized games, email accounts, chat rooms, attempts to gain unauthorized access, harassment, threats, racial slurs or any other actions that are disruptive to the network or network users. Inappropriate activities include, but are not limited to, the distribution of profanity or other offensive language and sexually explicit materials including nudity and other graphic or textual depictions of sexually explicit activities.

4. Commercial use, product advertisement, or political lobbying activities on the computer network are prohibited.

5. Each individual computer network account will be issued to one designated user only. Each user is ultimately responsible for all activity in the use of the account and will keep the password confidential.

6. Computer network users shall be committed to the efficient use of computer networks and use all practical measures to conserve time and storage space in their use of these resources.

7. The Superintendent or designee of the School District is the final authority on the acceptable use of the network and accounts under its jurisdiction.

8. Copyright law is strictly adhered to within the School District. Any violation of copyright law is prohibited.

9. The School District cautions users that no computer network should ever be considered as completely private, and are subject to monitoring by local, state, and federal agencies.

10. The Louisville School District will take reasonable precautions to insure the security and appropriate use of the computer network. However, it accepts no responsibility for harm caused directly or indirectly through its use.

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Computer Use: Louisville Public Schools has a zero tolerance policy on computer violations. Students who are not responsible digital citizens will receive the following consequences: 1st offence – 1 week loss of computer 2nd offence – 4 week loss of computer 3rd offence – Permanent loss of computer The Louisville School District is not liable for and disclaims any liability arising from any injury or damage caused by or stemming from unauthorized access to the network or inappropriate use of authorized access to the network. A student and the student's parents or guardians, by submitting the User Application and Waiver Form with their respective signatures in order to gain access to the computer network, agree to release the School District from any liability for physical or emotional harm or damage resulting to the student that is caused by or related to the inappropriate use of the computer network. I, ______________________________(print student name) received a copy of the Acceptable Use Policy and have thoroughly read the guidelines established for Louisville Public Schools (also outlined in the student handbook). I agree to abide by these established guidelines and conditions for the use of the facilities of Louisville Public Schools and access to the Internet. I further understand that any violation of the district guidelines is unethical and may constitute a criminal offense. Should I commit any violation, my access privileges will be revoked. School disciplinary action and/or appropriate legal action will be taken. I agree not to hold Louisville Public Schools, and of its employees, or any institution providing network access to Louisville Public Schools responsible for the performance of the system or the content of any material accessed through it. _____________________________________ _______________ Student Signature Date I, ______________________________(print parent name) received a copy of the Acceptable Use Policy and have thoroughly read the guidelines established for Louisville Public Schools (also outlined in the student handbook). I agree to support these established guidelines. _____________________________________ _______________ Parent Signature Date

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Appendix E WEB PAGE POLICY LPS MISSION STATEMENT: Louisville Public School District is committed to provide educational experiences which motivated each to become a lifelong learner, attain academic and personal potential, and enter the work force with the necessary skills. INTRODUCTION Technology in the schools, including computers and the district’s Local Area Network (LAN) Exist to facilitate the realization of the LPS Mission Statement. The use of global resources accessible through the Internet is an integral part in providing appropriate educational experiences. It is the desire of Louisville Public School District to encourage maximum student, faculty, and administrative use of World Wide Web resources to achieve the above. In order to best share these resources for educational purposes, the district has adopted the following guidelines in relation to web pages produced and stored using district computers. GUIDELINES 1. The District will maintain a web server and post web pages that affiliate schools and individuals with the district. School web pages may be forwarded to the district web server where they will be addressed and stored. School pages stored on servers outside the district that are linked by the district web page must comply with district standards stated in the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) and must be linked to district pages. 2. The school technology coordinator is responsible for any web pages produced on school facilities that represent LPS. The technology coordinator may designate one or more webmasters at the school to compose and update web pages. Web pages should be accurate and appropriate. No school pages are to be posted without the sanction of the technology coordinator. 3. Web page content must be in compliance with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), and may not directly link to any pages that would violate this policy. 4. Personal information shall not be published on an district web page. Personal information shall include, but not be limited to, the following: Individual Photographs Personal Phone Numbers, Personal Addresses, Student Names (unless with written parental/guardian permission). 5. Web pages will not be used for any commercial, political, or personal projects. 6. Web pages that are created and require new directories on the server will be reviewed periodically by the technology coordinator. This is to ensure consistency of design, system usage requirements, and availability of all required supporting software. 7. Once web pages are designed and placed on the server, they must be kept current by the person or group responsible for the page. Out of date pages may be deleted from the server by the technology coordinator.

       

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Louisville Elementary 2014-2015

PARENT-STUDENT PERMISSION FORM

Please check all appropriate responses, sign the signature line and return to the elementary office. STUDENT-PARENT HANDBOOK ACKNOWLEDGMENT: ____ Yes, I hereby acknowledge that I have received a copy of the Louisville Elementary Student Handbook (either online or paper copy). I have reviewed the handbook with my child, including the behavior and expulsion procedures. I have reviewed with my child the disciplinary sanctions that may be taken for violations. ______________________________________________________________________________________ FIELD TRIP: ____ Yes, I hereby give permission for my child to accompany his/her teacher on school field trips during the year. ____ No, I do not give permission for my child to accompany his/her teacher on school field trips during the year. ______________________________________________________________________________________ WEB AND NEWSPAPER PUBLISHING: Your sonʼs/daughterʼs personal pictures and examples of their exemplary student work may from time to time be displayed via the internet on our schoolʼs web page, or possibly the school/local newspaper. I understand that no last names, no home addresses or telephone numbers will appear with any art work, student work, or personal photo on the school web site. ____ Yes, I hereby give my permission for my child image and work to be published as described above. ____ No, I do not give my permission for my child image and work to be published as described above. ______________________________________________________________________________________

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LOUISVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS PERMIT TO ADMINISTER MEDICATION

In order for school personnel to administer medication to a student, it is necessary to have written permission from a parent or guardian. A permit is required for the dispensing of ANY medication, including Tylenol and other over-the-counter medications. The following conditions must be met before a medication will be dispensed.

1. A signed permit is submitted to the school nurse or office 2. Prescription medication to be administered must be in a

prescription bottle, properly labeled, including: child’s name, physician’s name, name of medication and directions for administering. Your pharmacist will provide you with an extra medication bottle upon request.

3. Over-the-counter medications must be in original manufacturer’s container.

4. No medications will be administered past their expiration date.

I give permission to Louisville Public Schools to administer medication to: Child’s name___________________________________ Grade____________ As directed by our physician (Doctor’s name)

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_________________________________________________________________ Name of medication Amount Time medication to be given________________________________________

Duration of treatment______________________________________________

Reason for receiving medication_____________________________________

_________________________________________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian Date By signing this form you acknowledge that this information regarding diagnosis and/or medication may be shared with staff on a need-to-know basis.