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Welcome to Berwyn North School District 98
Attending an elementary school in District 98 is a privilege made possible
by the citizens of the community. We all want to be proud of our schools.
What we expect from you can be put in a few simple statements:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Respect the rights and property of others.
Do your best at all times to improve yourself and your school.
Play safely for everyone’s safety.
Keep yourself and your school clean.
Do the things that will help you, your parents, and your school to be
proud of you.
When there are many people living together, as there are at our
elementary schools, rules and procedures are necessary for an efficient
operation. Most of the students know and follow the rules as a general
practice. This handbook is not intended as a contract with the students;
rather, it is intended to generally describe the current practices, rules, and
procedures. If you have a question or need clarification, we urge you to
call the school office.
Lincoln Middle School: 795-2880
Mr. Mike Zarco
Ms. Dena Kilkenny
Principal
Assistant Principal
Board of Education
Mr. Steve Lancsak, President
Mr. Adam Mounce, Vice President
Mrs. Mary Beth Arenella
Mrs. Elizabeth Cuevas
Mr. Fritz Paul-Emile
Mr. Brian Swade
Mrs. JoAnn Valeriano
Superintendent
Dr. Carmen I. Ayala
Sincerely,
Principals
Havlicek School: 795-2451
Mrs. Nancy Akin
Principal
Mr. Charlie DeLeonardis
Assistant Principal
Jefferson School: 795-2454
Ms. Stephanie Mitchell
Principal
Mr. Thomas Fleming
Assistant Principal
Prairie Oak School: 795-2443
Ms. Venus Smith
Principal
Mrs. Yajira Diaz
Assistant Principal
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Mr. Cameron Wiley
Assistant Principal
Welcome to Berwyn North School District 98
Attending an elementary school in District 98 is a privilege made possible
by the citizens of the community. We all want to be proud of our schools.
What we expect from you can be put in a few simple statements:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Respect the rights and property of others.
Do your best at all times to improve yourself and your school.
Play safely for everyone’s safety.
Keep yourself and your school clean.
Do the things that will help you, your parents, and your school to be
proud of you.
When there are many people living together, as there are at our
elementary schools, rules and procedures are necessary for an efficient
operation. Most of the students know and follow the rules as a general
practice. This handbook is not intended as a contract with the students;
rather, it is intended to generally describe the current practices, rules, and
procedures. If you have a question or need clarification, we urge you to
call the school office.
Lincoln Middle School: 795-2880
Mr. Mike Zarco
Ms. Dena Kilkenny
Principal
Assistant Principal
Board of Education
Mr. Steve Lancsak, President
Mr. Adam Mounce, Vice President
Mrs. Mary Beth Arenella
Mrs. Elizabeth Cuevas
Mr. Fritz Paul-Emile
Mr. Brian Swade
Mrs. JoAnn Valeriano
Superintendent
Dr. Carmen I. Ayala
Sincerely,
Principals
Havlicek School: 795-2451
Mrs. Nancy Akin
Principal
Mr. Charlie DeLeonardis
Assistant Principal
Jefferson School: 795-2454
Ms. Stephanie Mitchell
Principal
Mr. Thomas Fleming
Assistant Principal
Prairie Oak School: 795-2443
Ms. Venus Smith
Principal
Mrs. Yajira Diaz
Assistant Principal
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Mr. Cameron Wiley
Assistant Principal
Table of Contents
Administering of Medication
Page
13
Animals on School Properties
57
Appropriate Dress/ Personal Hygiene
51
Table of Contents
Head Lice
Health Examinations
Health Information
Homework Policy
Articles Prohibited in School
31
Homework Hotline (Lincoln MS only)
27
Immunizations
15
Indoor Recess (Elementary Only)
48
Interagency Agreement
55
Attendance
Behavioral Interventions for Students
6
64
With Disabilities
Page
14
15
14
25
Board of Education
25
Kindergarten Entrance Requirements
56
Boundary Regulations
Bus Regulations
Consequences for Misconduct
Consumable Material Fee
Daily Behavior
Delegation of Authority
25
Library Rules
31
48
22
34
58
Dental Examinations
16
Lockers
Lost and Found Articles
Lunch Program
Making a Complaint; Enforcement
Mandated Reporters
29
28
11
36
61
Destruction of Records
19
Misconduct By Students With Disabilities
62
Detention
33
Dismissal Emergency/Early
8
Education of Children with Disabilities
61
Emergency Closing of School
11
English Language Learners
55
Entrance Time and Procedures
9
Equal Opportunity and Sex Equity
50
Extracurricular Activities
29
Extreme Weather
11
Exemption from Physical Education Requirement
22
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Fire and Disaster Drills
Gangs and Gang Related Activities
Gifted Program
Grading Standard
3
69
28
38
13
20
Mission Statement
1
Non-School-Sponsored Publications/Websites
Notes Required
Parents Right-To-Know
Parent School Procedures
Parent Teacher Association /Parent Teacher
Organization
Personal Property
39
18
68
17
57
31
Pesticide Application Notice
24
Preventing Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment
40
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)
Recess and Playground Rules (Elementary Only)
Report Cards
Request to Access Classroom or Personnel for
71
47
17
Special Education Evaluation or Observation
Required Notices
4
62
58
Table of Contents
Administering of Medication
Page
13
Animals on School Properties
57
Appropriate Dress/ Personal Hygiene
51
Table of Contents
Head Lice
Health Examinations
Health Information
Homework Policy
Articles Prohibited in School
31
Homework Hotline (Lincoln MS only)
27
Immunizations
15
Indoor Recess (Elementary Only)
48
Interagency Agreement
55
Attendance
Behavioral Interventions for Students
6
64
With Disabilities
Page
14
15
14
25
Board of Education
25
Kindergarten Entrance Requirements
56
Boundary Regulations
Bus Regulations
Consequences for Misconduct
Consumable Material Fee
Daily Behavior
Delegation of Authority
25
Library Rules
31
48
22
34
58
Dental Examinations
16
Lockers
Lost and Found Articles
Lunch Program
Making a Complaint; Enforcement
Mandated Reporters
29
28
11
36
61
Destruction of Records
19
Misconduct By Students With Disabilities
62
Detention
33
Dismissal Emergency/Early
8
Education of Children with Disabilities
61
Emergency Closing of School
11
English Language Learners
55
Entrance Time and Procedures
9
Equal Opportunity and Sex Equity
50
Extracurricular Activities
29
Extreme Weather
11
Exemption from Physical Education Requirement
22
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Fire and Disaster Drills
Gangs and Gang Related Activities
Gifted Program
Grading Standard
3
69
28
38
13
20
Mission Statement
1
Non-School-Sponsored Publications/Websites
Notes Required
Parents Right-To-Know
Parent School Procedures
Parent Teacher Association /Parent Teacher
Organization
Personal Property
39
18
68
17
57
31
Pesticide Application Notice
24
Preventing Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment
40
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)
Recess and Playground Rules (Elementary Only)
Report Cards
Request to Access Classroom or Personnel for
71
47
17
Special Education Evaluation or Observation
Required Notices
4
62
58
Table of Contents
Residence
Restriction on Collections and Donations
Rules and Regulations Sign-Off Sheet
Page
20
28
73
Schools and Addresses
56
School-Home Compact
66
School Insurance/Accidents
24
School Parties
57
School Rental
29
School Safety/Traffic Regulations
56
Sex Offender Notification Law
38
Snowball Regulations
31
Special Education Services
61
Statement to Parents
64
Student Discipline
43
Student Handbook
59
Student Records
18
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Tardiness
Textbooks
Textbook Fees and Fines
51
10
23
23
Transfers
18
Truancy
7
Uniform Dress Code Waiver
55
Telephone Calls
28
Video & Audio Monitoring Systems
32
Vision Examinations
16
Waiver of Student Fees
Weapons
21
49
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Attendance
School starts at 8:40 a.m.
Regular attendance is important for continuous academic growth.
Absences from school, except for health reasons, should be kept
to a minimum. Students are expected and required by law to
attend school every day that school is in session. The only
exception is on those occasions when the school has been
notified that your child is ill, has a family emergency, or an
absence has been prearranged with school officials. *A
DOCTOR’S NOTE WILL BE REQUIRED IF A STUDENT IS OUT
3 DAYS IN A ROW.*
Vacations should be taken during the scheduled school holiday
periods and not when classes are in session. A child absent from
school for a vacation is unacceptable. From time to time parents
elect to take vacations during the school year and ask that
assignments be given to their children so they do not fall behind.
It is extremely difficult for staff to give these assignments since
most teachers do not plan two weeks in advance. Therefore,
refrain from asking for these types of assignments since your
child, upon returning from vacation, will be expected to complete
work missed on a day-today basis. After five days of absence, a
student will be dropped from enrollment.
There has been some discussion regarding the safety of children
on their way to school. Many parents are concerned and have
fears regarding this topic. We would like to help our parents feel
more secure knowing that their children get to school safely.
Therefore, we will be calling the parents of all absent children to
verify that they are at home and safe. Parents can help by
calling school by 8:15 a.m. to notify us that their child will be
absent.
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Table of Contents
Residence
Restriction on Collections and Donations
Rules and Regulations Sign-Off Sheet
Page
20
28
73
Schools and Addresses
56
School-Home Compact
66
School Insurance/Accidents
24
School Parties
57
School Rental
29
School Safety/Traffic Regulations
56
Sex Offender Notification Law
38
Snowball Regulations
31
Special Education Services
61
Statement to Parents
64
Student Discipline
43
Student Handbook
59
Student Records
18
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Tardiness
Textbooks
Textbook Fees and Fines
51
10
23
23
Transfers
18
Truancy
7
Uniform Dress Code Waiver
55
Telephone Calls
28
Video & Audio Monitoring Systems
32
Vision Examinations
16
Waiver of Student Fees
Weapons
21
49
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Attendance
School starts at 8:40 a.m.
Regular attendance is important for continuous academic growth.
Absences from school, except for health reasons, should be kept
to a minimum. Students are expected and required by law to
attend school every day that school is in session. The only
exception is on those occasions when the school has been
notified that your child is ill, has a family emergency, or an
absence has been prearranged with school officials. *A
DOCTOR’S NOTE WILL BE REQUIRED IF A STUDENT IS OUT
3 DAYS IN A ROW.*
Vacations should be taken during the scheduled school holiday
periods and not when classes are in session. A child absent from
school for a vacation is unacceptable. From time to time parents
elect to take vacations during the school year and ask that
assignments be given to their children so they do not fall behind.
It is extremely difficult for staff to give these assignments since
most teachers do not plan two weeks in advance. Therefore,
refrain from asking for these types of assignments since your
child, upon returning from vacation, will be expected to complete
work missed on a day-today basis. After five days of absence, a
student will be dropped from enrollment.
There has been some discussion regarding the safety of children
on their way to school. Many parents are concerned and have
fears regarding this topic. We would like to help our parents feel
more secure knowing that their children get to school safely.
Therefore, we will be calling the parents of all absent children to
verify that they are at home and safe. Parents can help by
calling school by 8:15 a.m. to notify us that their child will be
absent.
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In case of illness, one additional day of rest will prove to be a great benefit
to your child, since he/she will come back at l00%, rather than 65-80%. It
is difficult to fully concentrate on lessons when children are not healthy.
Also, children will participate in recess and the special subjects when
they return to school.
NOTIFY THE SCHOOL THAT YOUR
CHILD IS ABSENT
>Before 9:00 A.M.<
Middle School
If a parent does not call in for his/her child with the reason for
an absence, the child will be considered truant, and will receive
5 detentions.
An unexcused admit slip will be issued if notification from parents has not
been received. The student is then considered truant. The student may
not receive credit for work that has been missed during an unexcused
absence. Truant students will be assigned five detentions. Chronic truants
will be reported to the county truant officer.
Truancy from School
Truancy, i.e., absence from school or classes without valid cause during a
school day or portion thereof; provided, however, no student shall be
subject to punitive action for chronic and habitual truancy, as that term is
defined in The School Code, unless available supportive services and
other school resources have been provided to the student.
Truancy is an absence that has not been approved by the parents and by
the school. Parents should telephone the school each day their student
will be absent. Call the school office to report an absence. An answering
machine is provided for your convenience.
The Board of Education expects and State Law requires that students
attend school every day unless there is valid cause.
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Valid Cause - a child may be absent from school because of
illness, observance of a religious holiday, death in the immediate
family, family emergency, situations beyond the control of the
student as determined by the School Board or other such
circumstances which cause reasonable concern to the parent for
the safety or health of the student.
If a call is not received by the attendance office, the absence
might be considered truancy. If parents were not aware of an
absence at the time it occurred, the absence might be considered
truancy. Exclusion from school due to failure to meet state
requirements for immunization is considered truancy.
Every effort will be made to notify parents of suspected truancy.
Frequent truancy or lack of parental cooperation in regard to
truancy may cause referral to the Superintendent of Schools for
action under the Truancy Act of the Illinois School Code. The
Superintendent or Principal may call upon the resources of
outside agencies such as the Juvenile Officer of the Berwyn
Police Department. The School Board, Superintendent, District
Administrators and teachers shall assist and furnish such
information as necessary to aid truant officers in the performance
of their duties.
A parent or guardian who knowingly and willfully permits a child to
be truant may be convicted of a Class C misdemeanor, which
carries a maximum penalty of thirty days in jail and/or a fine of up
to $1500.00.
Dismissal – Early / Emergency
Students are expected to remain in school for their entire school
day. On occasion, doctor or dental appointments, or emergency
situations may necessitate leaving school early. Only parents or
legal guardians may request emergency dismissal.
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In case of illness, one additional day of rest will prove to be a great benefit
to your child, since he/she will come back at l00%, rather than 65-80%. It
is difficult to fully concentrate on lessons when children are not healthy.
Also, children will participate in recess and the special subjects when
they return to school.
NOTIFY THE SCHOOL THAT YOUR
CHILD IS ABSENT
>Before 9:00 A.M.<
Middle School
If a parent does not call in for his/her child with the reason for
an absence, the child will be considered truant, and will receive
5 detentions.
An unexcused admit slip will be issued if notification from parents has not
been received. The student is then considered truant. The student may
not receive credit for work that has been missed during an unexcused
absence. Truant students will be assigned five detentions. Chronic truants
will be reported to the county truant officer.
Truancy from School
Truancy, i.e., absence from school or classes without valid cause during a
school day or portion thereof; provided, however, no student shall be
subject to punitive action for chronic and habitual truancy, as that term is
defined in The School Code, unless available supportive services and
other school resources have been provided to the student.
Truancy is an absence that has not been approved by the parents and by
the school. Parents should telephone the school each day their student
will be absent. Call the school office to report an absence. An answering
machine is provided for your convenience.
The Board of Education expects and State Law requires that students
attend school every day unless there is valid cause.
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Valid Cause - a child may be absent from school because of
illness, observance of a religious holiday, death in the immediate
family, family emergency, situations beyond the control of the
student as determined by the School Board or other such
circumstances which cause reasonable concern to the parent for
the safety or health of the student.
If a call is not received by the attendance office, the absence
might be considered truancy. If parents were not aware of an
absence at the time it occurred, the absence might be considered
truancy. Exclusion from school due to failure to meet state
requirements for immunization is considered truancy.
Every effort will be made to notify parents of suspected truancy.
Frequent truancy or lack of parental cooperation in regard to
truancy may cause referral to the Superintendent of Schools for
action under the Truancy Act of the Illinois School Code. The
Superintendent or Principal may call upon the resources of
outside agencies such as the Juvenile Officer of the Berwyn
Police Department. The School Board, Superintendent, District
Administrators and teachers shall assist and furnish such
information as necessary to aid truant officers in the performance
of their duties.
A parent or guardian who knowingly and willfully permits a child to
be truant may be convicted of a Class C misdemeanor, which
carries a maximum penalty of thirty days in jail and/or a fine of up
to $1500.00.
Dismissal – Early / Emergency
Students are expected to remain in school for their entire school
day. On occasion, doctor or dental appointments, or emergency
situations may necessitate leaving school early. Only parents or
legal guardians may request emergency dismissal.
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Parents MUST SIGN OUT their student in the school office before they
leave school. If the student returns to school, they MUST SIGN IN
immediately upon arrival.
All teachers have been instructed not to excuse any child without written or
personal request from the parent or guardian, and not to permit any child to
leave the school premises with an unidentified person Parents are
requested to pick up their child in the school office at the predetermined
time. Children will not be dismissed early on a regular basis because we
must maintain our school hours. Please make your plans with school
hours in mind. All early dismissals must be processed through the school
office.
Elementary School Students
Morning kindergarten students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m. each day.
Students in the afternoon kindergarten and grades 1-5 will be dismissed at
3:05 p.m. All students should go directly home at dismissal times.
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to make arrangements for
picking up students promptly at the 11:15 or 3:05 dismissal time. Failure to
do so can be considered child neglect and may be reported to DCFS
and/or the Berwyn Police Department.
Afterschool Activities – Failure to pick-up your child on time will result in the
immediate removal of your child from the activity
3. The student has permission from the teacher.
4. In case of extreme weather, students will be allowed to
enter the building at 8:15 a.m. The principal will
determine if extreme weather conditions exist.
We ask, for their safety, that you do not send your children to
school so early that they arrive before 8:15 a.m. There is no
supervision before 8:15. Make sure your children are properly
attired! A raincoat and boots in inclement weather will keep
children warm, dry and ready to learn
Middle School Students
7:50 A.M. – Students who want breakfast will be allowed in
the Commons. Breakfast will continue to be
available until 8:20 A.M.
8:00 A.M. – Students in Band and those going to the Media
Center or who have a pass to meet with a teacher will be
allowed in the building.
8:30 A.M. – Students need to arrive at school, with 6
th
students waiting in the west gym, 7 grade
th
students waiting in the commons, and 8 grade
students waiting outside behind the building.
th
grade
8:30 A.M. – Entry into the main part of the building.
Student Entrance Time and Procedures
Elementary School Students
At 8:25 a.m. each morning our entry bell rings. Outside supervision begins
at 8:15. Upon arrival at school, children are to line up in their assigned
area. The tardy bell rings at 8:40 a.m. Instruction will begin at 8:40 a.m.
so please make sure your child arrives on time each day. Children need to
arrive at school between 8:15 and 8:25. Afternoon kindergarten students
will enter at 12:20 p.m. daily.
8:40 A.M. – Class Begins – Any student arriving in class after
8:40 is considered tardy. Being tardy to school is
unacceptable! The playground entry doors will be locked
after 8:40 A.M. Students must enter the building through the
front door and immediately report to the office for a tardy
pass. A detention will be issued after a student is tardy four
times. If a student arrives at school after the end of first
period, a detention will be issued for that day.
Students will not be permitted to enter the building before 8:25 a.m. unless:
1. The student is participating in the breakfast program.
2. The student has permission from the principal.
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Parents MUST SIGN OUT their student in the school office before they
leave school. If the student returns to school, they MUST SIGN IN
immediately upon arrival.
All teachers have been instructed not to excuse any child without written or
personal request from the parent or guardian, and not to permit any child to
leave the school premises with an unidentified person Parents are
requested to pick up their child in the school office at the predetermined
time. Children will not be dismissed early on a regular basis because we
must maintain our school hours. Please make your plans with school
hours in mind. All early dismissals must be processed through the school
office.
Elementary School Students
Morning kindergarten students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m. each day.
Students in the afternoon kindergarten and grades 1-5 will be dismissed at
3:05 p.m. All students should go directly home at dismissal times.
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to make arrangements for
picking up students promptly at the 11:15 or 3:05 dismissal time. Failure to
do so can be considered child neglect and may be reported to DCFS
and/or the Berwyn Police Department.
Afterschool Activities – Failure to pick-up your child on time will result in the
immediate removal of your child from the activity
3. The student has permission from the teacher.
4. In case of extreme weather, students will be allowed to
enter the building at 8:15 a.m. The principal will
determine if extreme weather conditions exist.
We ask, for their safety, that you do not send your children to
school so early that they arrive before 8:15 a.m. There is no
supervision before 8:15. Make sure your children are properly
attired! A raincoat and boots in inclement weather will keep
children warm, dry and ready to learn
Middle School Students
7:50 A.M. – Students who want breakfast will be allowed in
the Commons. Breakfast will continue to be
available until 8:20 A.M.
8:00 A.M. – Students in Band and those going to the Media
Center or who have a pass to meet with a teacher will be
allowed in the building.
8:30 A.M. – Students need to arrive at school, with 6
th
students waiting in the west gym, 7 grade
th
students waiting in the commons, and 8 grade
students waiting outside behind the building.
th
grade
8:30 A.M. – Entry into the main part of the building.
Student Entrance Time and Procedures
Elementary School Students
At 8:25 a.m. each morning our entry bell rings. Outside supervision begins
at 8:15. Upon arrival at school, children are to line up in their assigned
area. The tardy bell rings at 8:40 a.m. Instruction will begin at 8:40 a.m.
so please make sure your child arrives on time each day. Children need to
arrive at school between 8:15 and 8:25. Afternoon kindergarten students
will enter at 12:20 p.m. daily.
8:40 A.M. – Class Begins – Any student arriving in class after
8:40 is considered tardy. Being tardy to school is
unacceptable! The playground entry doors will be locked
after 8:40 A.M. Students must enter the building through the
front door and immediately report to the office for a tardy
pass. A detention will be issued after a student is tardy four
times. If a student arrives at school after the end of first
period, a detention will be issued for that day.
Students will not be permitted to enter the building before 8:25 a.m. unless:
1. The student is participating in the breakfast program.
2. The student has permission from the principal.
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Emergency Closing of School
In the event that bad weather, or other conditions may cause the temporary
closing of school, parents are asked to tune in radio stations WBBM(780)
or WGN(720) for information. Please listen for North Berwyn School
District 98 or the school name.
Extreme Weather
It is the policy of School District 98 not to send children home if dangerous
weather conditions exist. We have safe buildings, so do not be alarmed if
your child does not get home on time if extreme conditions are in evidence.
Your child will remain with us until reasonable conditions return and your
child can get home safely.
Lunch Program
We will conduct a closed campus lunch program in District 98. All students
in Grades 1-8 will stay in school and eat their lunch daily. In order to
conduct an efficient program, the following conditions must exist, and we
thank you for your cooperation since we have hundreds of students eating
daily.
1. If you send a drink it may not be packaged in glass. Milk may be
purchased at school for 25 cents.
2. Make sure that plastic silverware is available for your child's use.
3. We do not have facilities for heating your child's lunch.
4. Parents should not deliver hot lunches from fast food restaurants.
5. Students are not allowed to share food. Do not send large bags of
chips or other items. Only single portion serving bags are allowed.
6. Students are expected to clean litter from on and underneath their
tables before being dismissed.
7. We are unable to deliver lunches brought in during the morning.
8. Gum is not allowed in school at any time.
Lunch Conduct
Children are expected to act appropriately during the lunch period. Children
who misbehave during the lunch period will be referred to the Assistant
Principal/Lunch Supervisor and be subject to the following procedure:
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A. First Offense
B. Second Offense
- Written warning to parents
- Two (2) day suspension from the
regular program. The student
will eat in a special area.
Parents will be notified.
C. Third Offense
- Five (5) day suspension from the
regular program. The student
will eat in a special area.
Parents will be notified.
D. Fourth Offense
- Parents will be notified. Fifteen
(15) day suspension from the
regular program. The student
will eat in a special area.
Parents will be notified.
- Thirty (30) day suspension from
the regular program. The
student will eat in a special
area. Parents will be notified.
E. Fifth Offense
Please note that fighting is an automatic five- (5) day suspension
from the regular program.
The cost for lunches is $1.90 a day. Milk is $.25 a carton. If the
student has reduced lunch, the cost is $.40 a day. If the student
qualifies for free lunch there is no fee.
A LUNCH APPLICATION MUST BE FILLED OUT YEARLY.
LUNCHES NEED TO BE PAID FOR
DAILY OR IN ADVANCE.
>WE DO NOT ALLOW CREDIT!<
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Emergency Closing of School
In the event that bad weather, or other conditions may cause the temporary
closing of school, parents are asked to tune in radio stations WBBM(780)
or WGN(720) for information. Please listen for North Berwyn School
District 98 or the school name.
Extreme Weather
It is the policy of School District 98 not to send children home if dangerous
weather conditions exist. We have safe buildings, so do not be alarmed if
your child does not get home on time if extreme conditions are in evidence.
Your child will remain with us until reasonable conditions return and your
child can get home safely.
Lunch Program
We will conduct a closed campus lunch program in District 98. All students
in Grades 1-8 will stay in school and eat their lunch daily. In order to
conduct an efficient program, the following conditions must exist, and we
thank you for your cooperation since we have hundreds of students eating
daily.
1. If you send a drink it may not be packaged in glass. Milk may be
purchased at school for 25 cents.
2. Make sure that plastic silverware is available for your child's use.
3. We do not have facilities for heating your child's lunch.
4. Parents should not deliver hot lunches from fast food restaurants.
5. Students are not allowed to share food. Do not send large bags of
chips or other items. Only single portion serving bags are allowed.
6. Students are expected to clean litter from on and underneath their
tables before being dismissed.
7. We are unable to deliver lunches brought in during the morning.
8. Gum is not allowed in school at any time.
Lunch Conduct
Children are expected to act appropriately during the lunch period. Children
who misbehave during the lunch period will be referred to the Assistant
Principal/Lunch Supervisor and be subject to the following procedure:
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A. First Offense
B. Second Offense
- Written warning to parents
- Two (2) day suspension from the
regular program. The student
will eat in a special area.
Parents will be notified.
C. Third Offense
- Five (5) day suspension from the
regular program. The student
will eat in a special area.
Parents will be notified.
D. Fourth Offense
- Parents will be notified. Fifteen
(15) day suspension from the
regular program. The student
will eat in a special area.
Parents will be notified.
- Thirty (30) day suspension from
the regular program. The
student will eat in a special
area. Parents will be notified.
E. Fifth Offense
Please note that fighting is an automatic five- (5) day suspension
from the regular program.
The cost for lunches is $1.90 a day. Milk is $.25 a carton. If the
student has reduced lunch, the cost is $.40 a day. If the student
qualifies for free lunch there is no fee.
A LUNCH APPLICATION MUST BE FILLED OUT YEARLY.
LUNCHES NEED TO BE PAID FOR
DAILY OR IN ADVANCE.
>WE DO NOT ALLOW CREDIT!<
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Breakfast Program
If the family qualifies for free or reduced lunch status, the family will also
qualify for free or reduced breakfast. Cost is as follows:
Regular Breakfast
$1.00
Reduced Breakfast
$ .30
Payment may be made by the month, semester, or year. Occasional
breakfast may be purchased on any day.
Gifted Program
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Identified K-8 grade gifted students are challenged in their regular
classroom through high interest enrichment activities that stimulate
independent learning.
Gifted resource teachers monitor student
performance and act as liaisons between students, regular classroom
teachers and parents.
Administering of Medication
A student may have an illness which requires medication for relief or cure
that does not prevent him/her attending school. If possible, such
medication should be given by the parents and taken at home. However, if
the student needs to take his medication during school hours in order to
assume full participation in the school program, dispensing the medication
may be given at school. Each school has the services of a part time school
nurse for emergency first aid treatment only. It is important that the school
have accurate phone numbers if it becomes necessary to reach a parent.
Guidelines for the benefit of those involved are needed, particularly in
view of widespread concern over the abuse of drugs.
1. Only those medications which are an absolute necessity will be given
during school hours.
2. Medication will only be administered when the medication permission
form has been completed and returned to the school office.
3. The medication should be brought in the original prescription container
to the school by the parent of the student. Students should not carry the
medication with him or administer it himself.
4. Each student's medication should have an affixed prescription label
including his name, the name of the drug, and directions concerning
dosage. Instructions about the duration of the medication period should be
included.
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Head Lice
A growing problem facing all schools is that of head lice. This
occurs particularly in the fall after many of our students have
returned from camp. The district's health services are asking
parents to check their children's head before sending them to
school. In checking a child's head, separate the hair and look at
the scalp to see if there are any insects moving or egg sacks
("nits"). Nits are yellowish-white specks. One may think it is
dandruff. However, dandruff is flat and flaky. Head lice is
attached to the hair. If parents find either the insects or the nits
they need to use a special lice shampoo and clean all areas
where the person may have come in contact with the insect.
These areas include bedding, towels, hair care items, clothing and
furniture. It is the district's hope that the head lice problems will
be taken care of before school begins. However, given the
realistic nature of this problem, we ask parents to continue to
check their children's scalp at least once or twice a week for the
first month and periodically after that. Thank you in advance for
your help and cooperation.
Health Information
Each school has the services of a school nurse employed by
Berwyn North School District 98. He/she reports to the school to
check on student health situations.
In the case of a communicable disease, a child is required to
present a slip from the school nurse or a doctor's statement
authorizing admission to school.
School nurses conduct programs of hearing and vision screening.
Vision screening will be done, as mandated, for the following
children (Pre-K, Kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 8, and Special
Education students) during the school year. Vision screening is
not a substitute for a complete eye and vision evaluation by an
eye doctor. Your child is not required to undergo this vision
screening if an optometrist or ophthalmologist has completed and
signed a report form indicating that an examination has been
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Breakfast Program
If the family qualifies for free or reduced lunch status, the family will also
qualify for free or reduced breakfast. Cost is as follows:
Regular Breakfast
$1.00
Reduced Breakfast
$ .30
Payment may be made by the month, semester, or year. Occasional
breakfast may be purchased on any day.
Gifted Program
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Identified K-8 grade gifted students are challenged in their regular
classroom through high interest enrichment activities that stimulate
independent learning.
Gifted resource teachers monitor student
performance and act as liaisons between students, regular classroom
teachers and parents.
Administering of Medication
A student may have an illness which requires medication for relief or cure
that does not prevent him/her attending school. If possible, such
medication should be given by the parents and taken at home. However, if
the student needs to take his medication during school hours in order to
assume full participation in the school program, dispensing the medication
may be given at school. Each school has the services of a part time school
nurse for emergency first aid treatment only. It is important that the school
have accurate phone numbers if it becomes necessary to reach a parent.
Guidelines for the benefit of those involved are needed, particularly in
view of widespread concern over the abuse of drugs.
1. Only those medications which are an absolute necessity will be given
during school hours.
2. Medication will only be administered when the medication permission
form has been completed and returned to the school office.
3. The medication should be brought in the original prescription container
to the school by the parent of the student. Students should not carry the
medication with him or administer it himself.
4. Each student's medication should have an affixed prescription label
including his name, the name of the drug, and directions concerning
dosage. Instructions about the duration of the medication period should be
included.
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Head Lice
A growing problem facing all schools is that of head lice. This
occurs particularly in the fall after many of our students have
returned from camp. The district's health services are asking
parents to check their children's head before sending them to
school. In checking a child's head, separate the hair and look at
the scalp to see if there are any insects moving or egg sacks
("nits"). Nits are yellowish-white specks. One may think it is
dandruff. However, dandruff is flat and flaky. Head lice is
attached to the hair. If parents find either the insects or the nits
they need to use a special lice shampoo and clean all areas
where the person may have come in contact with the insect.
These areas include bedding, towels, hair care items, clothing and
furniture. It is the district's hope that the head lice problems will
be taken care of before school begins. However, given the
realistic nature of this problem, we ask parents to continue to
check their children's scalp at least once or twice a week for the
first month and periodically after that. Thank you in advance for
your help and cooperation.
Health Information
Each school has the services of a school nurse employed by
Berwyn North School District 98. He/she reports to the school to
check on student health situations.
In the case of a communicable disease, a child is required to
present a slip from the school nurse or a doctor's statement
authorizing admission to school.
School nurses conduct programs of hearing and vision screening.
Vision screening will be done, as mandated, for the following
children (Pre-K, Kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 8, and Special
Education students) during the school year. Vision screening is
not a substitute for a complete eye and vision evaluation by an
eye doctor. Your child is not required to undergo this vision
screening if an optometrist or ophthalmologist has completed and
signed a report form indicating that an examination has been
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administered within the previous 12 months and that evaluation is on file at
the school office. This notice is not permission to test. Vision screening is
not an option. If a vision examination report is not on file at the school
office, your child in the mandated group will be screened. Hearing
screenings are mandated for all Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, and Special Education
students, and these students will be screened during the regular school
year.
An emergency card for each child is on file in the school office. Information
that would help the principal contact the parents or a person designated by
the parent, in case of an emergency is listed. Parents are advised to keep
this card up-to-date.
If a pupil becomes sick or injured at school, the child is cared for by the
school until proper arrangements can be made with the parents for removal
of the child to the home or other place of treatment. Very often, children
are able to return to class in the absence of severe illness symptoms.
However, only emergency first aid treatment is given for injuries and
injured pupils are always delivered to the care of parents or guardians.
Health Examinations
The School Code of Illinois, Section 27-8, requires that each child present
proof of having had a health examination in accordance with the law and
rules and regulations of the Department of Public Health. This examination
is to be conducted within one year prior to entering school for the first time
(nursery school, kindergarten, or first grade), and, again, within one year
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prior to entering the 6 and 9 grades. Additional health examinations of
students may be required when deemed necessary by school authorities.
The physician is required to review and sign those portions of the
examination done under his authority, including those parts of the physical
performed by a registered nurse.
Immunizations
Every child shall present proof to the local school authority of having
received such immunizations as the Illinois Department of Public Health
shall require by rules and regulations. Local school authority means that
person having ultimate control and responsibility for any public, private,
parochial, elementary or secondary school or attendance center or nursery
school operated by an elementary or secondary school or institution of
higher learning.
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Proof of immunization must be presented to the school by child’s
parent or legal guardian prior to or upon entrance to a school.
(This information must be on file for every child in school.)
The Department of Public Health requires proof of immunity
against diphtheria, pertussis (through age 5), tetanus,
poliomyelitis, rubeola (red measles), and rubella (German, or
three-day measles). Proof of immunization against rubella is
required for all males and for females through the age of nine.
Mumps vaccine is required at this time. The Illinois State Board of
Education has mandated that beginning September, 1993, all
students will be required to have a second measles shot (MMR
recommended) Hepatitis B immunizations are mandatory for PreK, 5th, 6th and 7th grade students.
The School Code of Illinois provides that, upon enrollment into
school, the enrolling child shall have completed the required
health examination and presented proof of immunity, as required.
School officials will not enroll those children who fail to comply
with these requirements.
Dental Examinations
All the children in kindergarten, second, and sixth grade are
required to have an oral health examination. This examination
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must be performed by a licensed dentist prior to May 15 of the
school year. If a child in second or sixth grade fails to present
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proof by May 15 , the school may hold the child’s report card.
Vision Examinations
According to Public Act 95-671, all children in Kindergarten and all
students new to District 98 shall have an eye examination before
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October 15 of the school year.
Vision screening will be done, as mandated, for the following
children (Pre-K, Kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 8, and Special
Education students) during the school year. Vision screening is
not a substitute for a complete eye and vision evaluation by an
eye doctor. Your child is not required to undergo this vision
screening if an optometrist or opthalmologist has completed and
signed a report form indicating that an examination has been
administered within the previous 12 months and that evaluation is
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administered within the previous 12 months and that evaluation is on file at
the school office. This notice is not permission to test. Vision screening is
not an option. If a vision examination report is not on file at the school
office, your child in the mandated group will be screened. Hearing
screenings are mandated for all Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, and Special Education
students, and these students will be screened during the regular school
year.
An emergency card for each child is on file in the school office. Information
that would help the principal contact the parents or a person designated by
the parent, in case of an emergency is listed. Parents are advised to keep
this card up-to-date.
If a pupil becomes sick or injured at school, the child is cared for by the
school until proper arrangements can be made with the parents for removal
of the child to the home or other place of treatment. Very often, children
are able to return to class in the absence of severe illness symptoms.
However, only emergency first aid treatment is given for injuries and
injured pupils are always delivered to the care of parents or guardians.
Health Examinations
The School Code of Illinois, Section 27-8, requires that each child present
proof of having had a health examination in accordance with the law and
rules and regulations of the Department of Public Health. This examination
is to be conducted within one year prior to entering school for the first time
(nursery school, kindergarten, or first grade), and, again, within one year
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prior to entering the 6 and 9 grades. Additional health examinations of
students may be required when deemed necessary by school authorities.
The physician is required to review and sign those portions of the
examination done under his authority, including those parts of the physical
performed by a registered nurse.
Immunizations
Every child shall present proof to the local school authority of having
received such immunizations as the Illinois Department of Public Health
shall require by rules and regulations. Local school authority means that
person having ultimate control and responsibility for any public, private,
parochial, elementary or secondary school or attendance center or nursery
school operated by an elementary or secondary school or institution of
higher learning.
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Proof of immunization must be presented to the school by child’s
parent or legal guardian prior to or upon entrance to a school.
(This information must be on file for every child in school.)
The Department of Public Health requires proof of immunity
against diphtheria, pertussis (through age 5), tetanus,
poliomyelitis, rubeola (red measles), and rubella (German, or
three-day measles). Proof of immunization against rubella is
required for all males and for females through the age of nine.
Mumps vaccine is required at this time. The Illinois State Board of
Education has mandated that beginning September, 1993, all
students will be required to have a second measles shot (MMR
recommended) Hepatitis B immunizations are mandatory for PreK, 5th, 6th and 7th grade students.
The School Code of Illinois provides that, upon enrollment into
school, the enrolling child shall have completed the required
health examination and presented proof of immunity, as required.
School officials will not enroll those children who fail to comply
with these requirements.
Dental Examinations
All the children in kindergarten, second, and sixth grade are
required to have an oral health examination. This examination
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must be performed by a licensed dentist prior to May 15 of the
school year. If a child in second or sixth grade fails to present
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proof by May 15 , the school may hold the child’s report card.
Vision Examinations
According to Public Act 95-671, all children in Kindergarten and all
students new to District 98 shall have an eye examination before
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October 15 of the school year.
Vision screening will be done, as mandated, for the following
children (Pre-K, Kindergarten, Grade 2, Grade 8, and Special
Education students) during the school year. Vision screening is
not a substitute for a complete eye and vision evaluation by an
eye doctor. Your child is not required to undergo this vision
screening if an optometrist or opthalmologist has completed and
signed a report form indicating that an examination has been
administered within the previous 12 months and that evaluation is
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on file at the school office. This notice is not a permission to test.
Vision screening is not an option. If a vision examination report is not on
file at the school for your child, your child in the mandated group will be
screened.
Parents may not go to classrooms during the school day to deliver
messages or pick up their children. Children who are to leave
school early are required to wait in the office area for their
parents.
Report Card
Transfer From System
The teacher and principal should be notified at least three days
before a pupil is to transfer from the school. All books and
materials checked out to the student must be returned to the
student’s teachers. Teachers will sign a form to verify this fact
and the form must be returned to the office.
Elementary Students
Pupil progress is formally reported to the parents on a quarterly basis.
Report cards are issued on the Wednesday after the grading period ends.
The report card envelope is to be signed by a parent and returned to
school the following day. Achievement in school subjects and social
attitudes are evaluated by the teacher in these reports. Pupils who achieve
a 3.5 average will qualify for the gold honor roll and pupils who achieve a
3.0 average will qualify for the silver honor roll. Pupils who achieve honor
roll status all four grading periods will qualify for the Principal's Award. If
the report card is not received, please notify the school office immediately.
Middle School Students
An evening parent conference session is scheduled each fall and spring.
All parents will be invited to participate. Report cards will be distributed at
the fall conference. Conferences may also be scheduled at any time
during the school year. Please call the school office for an appointment.
Parent School Procedures
VISITORS – ALL VISITORS ARE TO REPORT TO THE OFFICE. If you
have an appointment, please come to the office before going to see the
teacher. We will have a Visitor Book for you to sign.
Parents frequently like to visit the school. This is your school and you are
welcome to do so; however, we ask that you do not just “drop in”. You may
make prior arrangements with you child’s teacher to visit the class, or if this
is inconvenient, come first to the principal’s office to see if time is available
on the teacher’s schedule for your visit.
MESSAGES – Messages for teachers and students will be received by the
office secretary any time during the day and teachers will be glad to return
calls at their earliest conveniences. MESSAGES FOR PUPILS SHOULD
BE LIMITED TO EMERGENCIES and those messages will be delivered
promptly by the appropriate school personnel.
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Notes Required
1. In request for special dismissals.
2. In reply to notices of unsatisfactory work or behavior.
3. For all educational excursions. No permission slip - no trip.
4. For participation in extra-curricular activities.
5. If your child is unable to participate in any activity in a normal
school routine, we require a note from the doctor explaining the
situation and length of time needed for recuperation.
Student Records
The student permanent record and temporary record consists of
basic identifying information, academic transcripts, attendance
records, accident reports, health records, and other basic
information. Parents have the right to inspect and copy any and
all information contained in the student record. Please call the
school office for an appointment if you wish to discuss any of this
information.
Student Records – Rights of Parents
1.
he student permanent records consist of basic identifying
information, academic transcripts, attendance record,
accident reports and health record, record of release of
permanent information, and other basic information. The
permanent record shall be kept for 60 years after
graduation or permanent withdrawal.
2.
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on file at the school office. This notice is not a permission to test.
Vision screening is not an option. If a vision examination report is not on
file at the school for your child, your child in the mandated group will be
screened.
Parents may not go to classrooms during the school day to deliver
messages or pick up their children. Children who are to leave
school early are required to wait in the office area for their
parents.
Report Card
Transfer From System
The teacher and principal should be notified at least three days
before a pupil is to transfer from the school. All books and
materials checked out to the student must be returned to the
student’s teachers. Teachers will sign a form to verify this fact
and the form must be returned to the office.
Elementary Students
Pupil progress is formally reported to the parents on a quarterly basis.
Report cards are issued on the Wednesday after the grading period ends.
The report card envelope is to be signed by a parent and returned to
school the following day. Achievement in school subjects and social
attitudes are evaluated by the teacher in these reports. Pupils who achieve
a 3.5 average will qualify for the gold honor roll and pupils who achieve a
3.0 average will qualify for the silver honor roll. Pupils who achieve honor
roll status all four grading periods will qualify for the Principal's Award. If
the report card is not received, please notify the school office immediately.
Middle School Students
An evening parent conference session is scheduled each fall and spring.
All parents will be invited to participate. Report cards will be distributed at
the fall conference. Conferences may also be scheduled at any time
during the school year. Please call the school office for an appointment.
Parent School Procedures
VISITORS – ALL VISITORS ARE TO REPORT TO THE OFFICE. If you
have an appointment, please come to the office before going to see the
teacher. We will have a Visitor Book for you to sign.
Parents frequently like to visit the school. This is your school and you are
welcome to do so; however, we ask that you do not just “drop in”. You may
make prior arrangements with you child’s teacher to visit the class, or if this
is inconvenient, come first to the principal’s office to see if time is available
on the teacher’s schedule for your visit.
MESSAGES – Messages for teachers and students will be received by the
office secretary any time during the day and teachers will be glad to return
calls at their earliest conveniences. MESSAGES FOR PUPILS SHOULD
BE LIMITED TO EMERGENCIES and those messages will be delivered
promptly by the appropriate school personnel.
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Notes Required
1. In request for special dismissals.
2. In reply to notices of unsatisfactory work or behavior.
3. For all educational excursions. No permission slip - no trip.
4. For participation in extra-curricular activities.
5. If your child is unable to participate in any activity in a normal
school routine, we require a note from the doctor explaining the
situation and length of time needed for recuperation.
Student Records
The student permanent record and temporary record consists of
basic identifying information, academic transcripts, attendance
records, accident reports, health records, and other basic
information. Parents have the right to inspect and copy any and
all information contained in the student record. Please call the
school office for an appointment if you wish to discuss any of this
information.
Student Records – Rights of Parents
1.
he student permanent records consist of basic identifying
information, academic transcripts, attendance record,
accident reports and health record, record of release of
permanent information, and other basic information. The
permanent record shall be kept for 60 years after
graduation or permanent withdrawal.
2.
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2. The student temporary records consist of all information not required to
be in the student permanent record, including family background
information, test scores, psychological evaluations, special education files,
teacher anecdotal records, and disciplinary information.
3. Parents have the right to:
a. Inspect and copy any and all information contained in the student
records. There may be a small charge for copies, not to exceed 35 cents a
page.
b. Challenge the contents of the records by notifying the principal or
records custodian of an objection to information contained in the records.
An informal conference will then be scheduled to discuss the matter. If no
satisfaction is obtained, a formal hearing will be scheduled to be conducted
by an impartial hearing officer.
c. Receive copies of records proposed to be destroyed.
4. Local, state and federal education officials have access to student
records for educational and administrative purposes, without parental
consent. Student records shall also be released without parental consent
pursuant to a court order or subpoena, or in connection with an emergency
where the records are needed by law enforcement or medical officials to
meet a threat to the health or safety of the student or other persons. All
other releases of information require the informed written consent of the
parent or eligible student.
5. A parent or student may not be forced by any person or agency to
release information from the temporary record in order to secure any right,
privilege or benefit, including employment, credit or insurance.
6. Full and complete copies of the laws, rules and regulations on student
records are on file with the records custodian of each school and the
superintendent of the district.
Destruction of Records
The District Office retains regular education temporary student files for five
(5) school calendar years. After five years, the files are destroyed. For
further information, please contact the district office at 708-484-6200.
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Grading Standard
Students will be graded according to the following standard:
A+
100 and Above
A
91 – 99
A90
B+
89
B
81 – 88
B80
C+
79
C
71 – 79
C70
D+
69
D
61 – 69
D60
F
59 and Below
Residence
Resident Students – Only students who are residents of the
District may attend a District school except as provided below or
in State law. A student’s residence is the same as the person
who has legal custody of the student.
A person asserting legal custody over a student, who is not the
child’s natural or adoptive parent, shall complete a signed
statement, stating:
(a) that he or she has assumed and exercises legal responsibility
for the child, (b) the reason the child lives with him or her, other
than to receive an education in the District, and (c) that he or she
exercises full control over the child regarding daily educational
and medical decisions in case of emergency. In addition, the
child’s natural or adoptive parent, if available, shall complete a
signed statement or Power of Attorney stating: (a) the role and
responsibility of the person with whom their child is living, and (b)
that the person with whom the child is living has full control over
the child regarding daily educational and medical decisions in
case of emergency.
A student whose family moves out of the District during the school
year will be permitted to attend school for the remainder of the
school year without payment of tuition. When a student’s change
of residence is due to the military service obligation of the
student’s legal custodian, the student’s residence is deemed to be
unchanged for the duration of the custodian’s military service
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2. The student temporary records consist of all information not required to
be in the student permanent record, including family background
information, test scores, psychological evaluations, special education files,
teacher anecdotal records, and disciplinary information.
3. Parents have the right to:
a. Inspect and copy any and all information contained in the student
records. There may be a small charge for copies, not to exceed 35 cents a
page.
b. Challenge the contents of the records by notifying the principal or
records custodian of an objection to information contained in the records.
An informal conference will then be scheduled to discuss the matter. If no
satisfaction is obtained, a formal hearing will be scheduled to be conducted
by an impartial hearing officer.
c. Receive copies of records proposed to be destroyed.
4. Local, state and federal education officials have access to student
records for educational and administrative purposes, without parental
consent. Student records shall also be released without parental consent
pursuant to a court order or subpoena, or in connection with an emergency
where the records are needed by law enforcement or medical officials to
meet a threat to the health or safety of the student or other persons. All
other releases of information require the informed written consent of the
parent or eligible student.
5. A parent or student may not be forced by any person or agency to
release information from the temporary record in order to secure any right,
privilege or benefit, including employment, credit or insurance.
6. Full and complete copies of the laws, rules and regulations on student
records are on file with the records custodian of each school and the
superintendent of the district.
Destruction of Records
The District Office retains regular education temporary student files for five
(5) school calendar years. After five years, the files are destroyed. For
further information, please contact the district office at 708-484-6200.
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Grading Standard
Students will be graded according to the following standard:
A+
100 and Above
A
91 – 99
A90
B+
89
B
81 – 88
B80
C+
79
C
71 – 79
C70
D+
69
D
61 – 69
D60
F
59 and Below
Residence
Resident Students – Only students who are residents of the
District may attend a District school except as provided below or
in State law. A student’s residence is the same as the person
who has legal custody of the student.
A person asserting legal custody over a student, who is not the
child’s natural or adoptive parent, shall complete a signed
statement, stating:
(a) that he or she has assumed and exercises legal responsibility
for the child, (b) the reason the child lives with him or her, other
than to receive an education in the District, and (c) that he or she
exercises full control over the child regarding daily educational
and medical decisions in case of emergency. In addition, the
child’s natural or adoptive parent, if available, shall complete a
signed statement or Power of Attorney stating: (a) the role and
responsibility of the person with whom their child is living, and (b)
that the person with whom the child is living has full control over
the child regarding daily educational and medical decisions in
case of emergency.
A student whose family moves out of the District during the school
year will be permitted to attend school for the remainder of the
school year without payment of tuition. When a student’s change
of residence is due to the military service obligation of the
student’s legal custodian, the student’s residence is deemed to be
unchanged for the duration of the custodian’s military service
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obligation if the student’s custodian made a written request.
The District, however, is not responsible for the student’s transportation to
or from school.
If at the time of enrollment, a dependent child of military personnel is
housed in temporary housing located outside of the District, but will be
living within the District within 60 days after the time of initial enrollment,
the child is allowed to enroll, subject to the requirements of State law, and
will not be charged tuition.
Homeless Children – Any homeless child shall be immediately admitted,
even if the child or child’s parent/guardian is unable to produce records
normally required to establish residency. Board policy 6:140, Education of
Homeless Children, and its implementing administrative procedure, govern
the enrollment of homeless children.
Challenging a Student’s Residence Status – If the Superintendent or
designee determines that a non-resident student is attending a District
school, he or she on behalf of the Board shall notify the person who
enrolled the student of the tuition amount that is due and immediately
begin proceedings to ban the student from future attendance. The notice
shall be given by certified mail, return receipt requested. The person who
enrolled the student may challenge this determination and request a
hearing as provided by The School Code, 105 ILCS 5/10-20.12b.
Waiver of Student Fees
The Superintendent will recommend to the Board for adoption what fees, if
any, will be charged for the use of textbooks, consumable materials,
extracurricular activities, and other school fees. Students will pay for loss
of school books or other school-owned materials.
Fees for textbooks are waived for students who meet the eligibility criteria
for fee waiver contained in this policy. In order that no student be denied
educational services or academic credit due to the inability of
parents/guardians to pay fees and charges, the Superintendent will
recommend to the Board for adoption what additional fees, if any, the
District will waive for students who meet the eligibility criteria for fee waiver.
Students receiving a fee waiver are not exempt from charges for lost and
damaged books, locks, materials, supplies, and equipment.
ISBE rule, and that provisions for assisting parents/guardians in
completing the application are available.
A student shall be eligible for a fee waiver when the student is
currently eligible for free lunches or breakfasts pursuant to 105
ILCS 125/1 et seq.
The parents/guardians shall submit written evidence of eligibility
for waiver of the student’s fee.
The Building Principal will notify the parents/guardians promptly
as to whether the fee waiver request has been granted or denied.
A Building Principal’s denial of a fee waiver request may be
appealed to the Superintendent by submitting the appeal in writing
to the Superintendent within 14 days of the denial. The
Superintendent or designee shall respond within 14 days of
receipt of the appeal. The Superintendent’s decision may be
appealed to the Board of Education. The decision of the Board is
final and binding.
Questions regarding the fee waiver request process should be
addressed to the Building Principal’s office.
Consumable Material Fees
The Board of Education has established a consumable material
fee for all students. This fee schedule is adjusted on a yearly
basis. The amount for this school year will be indicated in publicity
releases from the attendance centers at the time of registration.
Please contact the building principal in regard to additional
information and/or questions in regard to this consumable
material fee.
Exemption from Physical Education Requirement
A student in grades 3-12 who is eligible for special education
may be excused from physical education courses if:
1.
The student’s parent/guardian agrees that the student
must utilize the time set aside for physical education to
receive special education support and services, or
The Superintendent shall ensure that applications for fee waivers are
widely available and distributed according to State law and
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obligation if the student’s custodian made a written request.
The District, however, is not responsible for the student’s transportation to
or from school.
If at the time of enrollment, a dependent child of military personnel is
housed in temporary housing located outside of the District, but will be
living within the District within 60 days after the time of initial enrollment,
the child is allowed to enroll, subject to the requirements of State law, and
will not be charged tuition.
Homeless Children – Any homeless child shall be immediately admitted,
even if the child or child’s parent/guardian is unable to produce records
normally required to establish residency. Board policy 6:140, Education of
Homeless Children, and its implementing administrative procedure, govern
the enrollment of homeless children.
Challenging a Student’s Residence Status – If the Superintendent or
designee determines that a non-resident student is attending a District
school, he or she on behalf of the Board shall notify the person who
enrolled the student of the tuition amount that is due and immediately
begin proceedings to ban the student from future attendance. The notice
shall be given by certified mail, return receipt requested. The person who
enrolled the student may challenge this determination and request a
hearing as provided by The School Code, 105 ILCS 5/10-20.12b.
Waiver of Student Fees
The Superintendent will recommend to the Board for adoption what fees, if
any, will be charged for the use of textbooks, consumable materials,
extracurricular activities, and other school fees. Students will pay for loss
of school books or other school-owned materials.
Fees for textbooks are waived for students who meet the eligibility criteria
for fee waiver contained in this policy. In order that no student be denied
educational services or academic credit due to the inability of
parents/guardians to pay fees and charges, the Superintendent will
recommend to the Board for adoption what additional fees, if any, the
District will waive for students who meet the eligibility criteria for fee waiver.
Students receiving a fee waiver are not exempt from charges for lost and
damaged books, locks, materials, supplies, and equipment.
ISBE rule, and that provisions for assisting parents/guardians in
completing the application are available.
A student shall be eligible for a fee waiver when the student is
currently eligible for free lunches or breakfasts pursuant to 105
ILCS 125/1 et seq.
The parents/guardians shall submit written evidence of eligibility
for waiver of the student’s fee.
The Building Principal will notify the parents/guardians promptly
as to whether the fee waiver request has been granted or denied.
A Building Principal’s denial of a fee waiver request may be
appealed to the Superintendent by submitting the appeal in writing
to the Superintendent within 14 days of the denial. The
Superintendent or designee shall respond within 14 days of
receipt of the appeal. The Superintendent’s decision may be
appealed to the Board of Education. The decision of the Board is
final and binding.
Questions regarding the fee waiver request process should be
addressed to the Building Principal’s office.
Consumable Material Fees
The Board of Education has established a consumable material
fee for all students. This fee schedule is adjusted on a yearly
basis. The amount for this school year will be indicated in publicity
releases from the attendance centers at the time of registration.
Please contact the building principal in regard to additional
information and/or questions in regard to this consumable
material fee.
Exemption from Physical Education Requirement
A student in grades 3-12 who is eligible for special education
may be excused from physical education courses if:
1.
The student’s parent/guardian agrees that the student
must utilize the time set aside for physical education to
receive special education support and services, or
The Superintendent shall ensure that applications for fee waivers are
widely available and distributed according to State law and
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2.
The student’s individualized education program team determines
that the student must utilize the time set aside for physical
education to receive special education support and services.
The agreement or determination is made a part of the individualized
education program. A student requiring adapted physical education will
receive that service in accordance with the student’s individualized
education program.
Textbooks
Basic textbooks and supplementary textbooks are furnished to students at
the beginning of the school year. They will also receive a paper showing
the cost of each book. Each student is held responsible for all the books
checked out in their name.
All textbooks should be covered to ensure adequate protection.
A student may be subject to a book fine for a book which is returned
showing damage beyond normal wear and tear or for a book which is
lost.
Textbook Fines
Lost workbooks – Full replacement costs
Missing Pages – Actual book replacement cost
Defacing of Book – Actual book replacement cost
Broken bindings – Based upon the age of the book. If the
rebound – rebinding costs.
book can be
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1 year – Full Replacement Cost
nd
2 year – Full Replacement Cost
rd
3 year – Full Replacement Cost
Years 4- 5 – ½ price of the text
Special Note: A reasonable amount of time will be allowed for a student
to find a missing textbook. If a book is found, and is in good condition, fees
may be returned.
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Pesticide Application Notice
The district maintains a registry of parents/guardians of students
who have registered to receive written or telephone notification
prior to the application of pesticides to school grounds. To be
added to the list, please contact the Building Principal.
Notification will be given before application of the pesticide. Prior
notice is not required if there is imminent threat to health or
property.
School Insurance/Accidents
The Board of Education does not provide any insurance coverage
for students as protection from financial liabilities incurred as a
result of an accident on the school premises or to and from the
home. No individual student accident coverage is provided by the
school district. However, the schools do provide an opportunity
for parents to purchase low-cost accident insurance.
The
opportunity to purchase school insurance is offered at the opening
of school in September or at the time the child enrolls in a
particular school. If a child is going to participate in an after
school program (basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, pom-pon)
the purchase of the accident insurance is strongly encouraged.
No individual student accident coverage is provided by the school
district. The district will make available to interested parents a
Student Accident Insurance Policy from a private vendor.
Coverage can be selected on either a 24-hour a day basis, or on
a “school time plan.” A brochure describing the optional policy will
be available which explains the coverage and premium rates.
Minor accidents that happen during the school day will be treated
by office personnel in the Principal's office. If the injury appears
to be of a serious nature, the parent or legal designee will be
contacted, using the telephone numbers provided on the Student
Emergency Card. If the injury requires immediate attention, the
ambulance will be summoned and, if necessary, a staff member
or the Principal will accompany the student to the emergency
room of the hospital.
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2.
The student’s individualized education program team determines
that the student must utilize the time set aside for physical
education to receive special education support and services.
The agreement or determination is made a part of the individualized
education program. A student requiring adapted physical education will
receive that service in accordance with the student’s individualized
education program.
Textbooks
Basic textbooks and supplementary textbooks are furnished to students at
the beginning of the school year. They will also receive a paper showing
the cost of each book. Each student is held responsible for all the books
checked out in their name.
All textbooks should be covered to ensure adequate protection.
A student may be subject to a book fine for a book which is returned
showing damage beyond normal wear and tear or for a book which is
lost.
Textbook Fines
Lost workbooks – Full replacement costs
Missing Pages – Actual book replacement cost
Defacing of Book – Actual book replacement cost
Broken bindings – Based upon the age of the book. If the
rebound – rebinding costs.
book can be
st
1 year – Full Replacement Cost
nd
2 year – Full Replacement Cost
rd
3 year – Full Replacement Cost
Years 4- 5 – ½ price of the text
Special Note: A reasonable amount of time will be allowed for a student
to find a missing textbook. If a book is found, and is in good condition, fees
may be returned.
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Pesticide Application Notice
The district maintains a registry of parents/guardians of students
who have registered to receive written or telephone notification
prior to the application of pesticides to school grounds. To be
added to the list, please contact the Building Principal.
Notification will be given before application of the pesticide. Prior
notice is not required if there is imminent threat to health or
property.
School Insurance/Accidents
The Board of Education does not provide any insurance coverage
for students as protection from financial liabilities incurred as a
result of an accident on the school premises or to and from the
home. No individual student accident coverage is provided by the
school district. However, the schools do provide an opportunity
for parents to purchase low-cost accident insurance.
The
opportunity to purchase school insurance is offered at the opening
of school in September or at the time the child enrolls in a
particular school. If a child is going to participate in an after
school program (basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, pom-pon)
the purchase of the accident insurance is strongly encouraged.
No individual student accident coverage is provided by the school
district. The district will make available to interested parents a
Student Accident Insurance Policy from a private vendor.
Coverage can be selected on either a 24-hour a day basis, or on
a “school time plan.” A brochure describing the optional policy will
be available which explains the coverage and premium rates.
Minor accidents that happen during the school day will be treated
by office personnel in the Principal's office. If the injury appears
to be of a serious nature, the parent or legal designee will be
contacted, using the telephone numbers provided on the Student
Emergency Card. If the injury requires immediate attention, the
ambulance will be summoned and, if necessary, a staff member
or the Principal will accompany the student to the emergency
room of the hospital.
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Parents should be aware that the cost of medical care and
transportation is the obligation of the parent, even though a school
official may arrange for the child to be taken to the hospital. If the
injured student carries the insurance offered by the school and services of
a doctor are required, the parent obtains an accident report from the
insurance carrier and completes it according to directions. Accident claims
are processed by the parents directly with the insurance carrier.
Board of Education
Regular meetings of the Board of Education, School District 98, are held
on the last Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The public is cordially
invited to attend these meetings.
District 98 Administrative Center and Board of Education
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6633 West 16 Street
708-484-6200
Boundary Regulations
Berwyn North Public Schools District 98 is composed of three elementary
schools, Kindergarten through Grade 5, (ECE and at-risk PK are available)
and one Middle School (Grades 6, 7 and 8). The schools are located in the
area bounded by Roosevelt Road on the North, Cermak Road on the
South, Harlem Avenue on the West and Lombard Avenue on the East.
Boundary lines between schools have been established by the Board of
Education. Information in regard to boundaries may be obtained by calling
a school or the administrative office. Children living within the district area
are authorized to attend District 98 schools without a tuition charge. Nonresident pupils, by State law, must be charged tuition, a fee that is
determined by the State authorities. Written application to the
Superintendent of Schools is necessary for non-resident pupil admission.
Homework Policy
Homework is treated in a serious manner in District 98. Therefore, your
child's grade will be greatly influenced by the quantity and quality of
homework being completed. Please cooperate with your child's teacher in
making sure your child completes and returns all assigned work on the due
date.
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Teachers will be attempting to accomplish several of the following
objectives through homework assignments:
1. Drill and additional practice to strengthen new skills
introduced in the classroom.
2. Complete unfinished classroom assignments.
3. Work on projects of a short-term or long-term nature.
4. Participation in research activities.
5. Extended reading for pleasure and enjoyment.
6. Guided reading of library books, magazines and other
resources.
Homework - Absence
If your Elementary School child is absent please call the school
office by 9:30 a.m. to arrange to have homework collected from
your child’s teacher. Please request any homework for your child
when you call in your child’s absence. Homework may then be
picked up from the school office at the end of the day. Please
follow this procedure, since many students have more than one
teacher and it takes time to collect all assignments and books
needed.
Homework Hints
Provide a study area - The specific room chosen for homework
makes little difference; however, we feel the atmosphere in this
room is important. The student should have an area that has
good lighting, proper seating, and sufficient space for materials.
Make that room the study room. Distractions (radio, TV, other
people) should be kept away or turned off.
Provide a specific time period - Help your child initiate
responsibility in determining a time period each day for
homework. The amount of time may fluctuate with the type of
assignments.
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Parents should be aware that the cost of medical care and
transportation is the obligation of the parent, even though a school
official may arrange for the child to be taken to the hospital. If the
injured student carries the insurance offered by the school and services of
a doctor are required, the parent obtains an accident report from the
insurance carrier and completes it according to directions. Accident claims
are processed by the parents directly with the insurance carrier.
Board of Education
Regular meetings of the Board of Education, School District 98, are held
on the last Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The public is cordially
invited to attend these meetings.
District 98 Administrative Center and Board of Education
th
6633 West 16 Street
708-484-6200
Boundary Regulations
Berwyn North Public Schools District 98 is composed of three elementary
schools, Kindergarten through Grade 5, (ECE and at-risk PK are available)
and one Middle School (Grades 6, 7 and 8). The schools are located in the
area bounded by Roosevelt Road on the North, Cermak Road on the
South, Harlem Avenue on the West and Lombard Avenue on the East.
Boundary lines between schools have been established by the Board of
Education. Information in regard to boundaries may be obtained by calling
a school or the administrative office. Children living within the district area
are authorized to attend District 98 schools without a tuition charge. Nonresident pupils, by State law, must be charged tuition, a fee that is
determined by the State authorities. Written application to the
Superintendent of Schools is necessary for non-resident pupil admission.
Homework Policy
Homework is treated in a serious manner in District 98. Therefore, your
child's grade will be greatly influenced by the quantity and quality of
homework being completed. Please cooperate with your child's teacher in
making sure your child completes and returns all assigned work on the due
date.
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Teachers will be attempting to accomplish several of the following
objectives through homework assignments:
1. Drill and additional practice to strengthen new skills
introduced in the classroom.
2. Complete unfinished classroom assignments.
3. Work on projects of a short-term or long-term nature.
4. Participation in research activities.
5. Extended reading for pleasure and enjoyment.
6. Guided reading of library books, magazines and other
resources.
Homework - Absence
If your Elementary School child is absent please call the school
office by 9:30 a.m. to arrange to have homework collected from
your child’s teacher. Please request any homework for your child
when you call in your child’s absence. Homework may then be
picked up from the school office at the end of the day. Please
follow this procedure, since many students have more than one
teacher and it takes time to collect all assignments and books
needed.
Homework Hints
Provide a study area - The specific room chosen for homework
makes little difference; however, we feel the atmosphere in this
room is important. The student should have an area that has
good lighting, proper seating, and sufficient space for materials.
Make that room the study room. Distractions (radio, TV, other
people) should be kept away or turned off.
Provide a specific time period - Help your child initiate
responsibility in determining a time period each day for
homework. The amount of time may fluctuate with the type of
assignments.
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Help get the homework habit - When your son or daughter doesn't bring
homework home, find out if the homework was completed at school,
forgotten, or not brought home. Certainly, there will be times when your
child will have little or no homework to do. Remember learning is not how
much time a student puts in at home or how much paper he/she consumes
in an evening. It is the understanding he/she develops for what he/she
accomplishes.
Watch for signs - If your child is having problems completing homework,
check his/her study habits. Look for problems which might reduce his/her
ability to get homework done - moving lips while reading, writing slowly or
unclearly, not comprehending the reading. Help work on these areas if you
believe them to be signs of poor study habits. Your child could be having
problems unrelated to schoolwork. If so, help deal with these distractions.
Call or email the teacher - If your son or daughter is having difficulty with
homework, a call to the teacher will often clarify or solve the problem. If
you believe the assignment is too much, too vague, too difficult: Contact
us. We are happy to assist you. After all, you are helping us to
accomplish what we both want -- your child's academic success.
Think Positively - Remember that homework is an integral part of the
learning process. Try to get your child to see the value of the knowledge
under study. Assist your son or daughter when you can, but, remember
homework is your child's responsibility.
Homework Hotline
A Middle School Homework Hotline is provided to help students keep
current with their daily class and homework assignments. Students are
asked to call the Homework Hotline after 4:00 P.M. the day of their
absence.
6th grade -- 795-2475 press 6
7th grade -- 795-2475 press 7
8th grade -- 795-2475 press 8
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Telephone Calls
Parents are asked to confine telephone calls to those of an
emergency nature only. The transaction of school business
makes it necessary to keep the line open as much as possible.
Only emergency messages will be transmitted to students.
This does not include personal requests such as errands,
grocery lists, baby-sitting arrangements, etc.
Please cooperate.
Only authorized telephone calls relating to school business and
emergency calls will be permitted from the office.
Lost and Found Articles
Each school maintains a depository for articles found in and about
the school. Many lost items are turned in and not claimed.
Children should be instructed to seek school personnel's help in
locating lost property. Lost and found articles not claimed are
disposed of each quarter.
Fire and Disaster Drills
To thoroughly familiarize each pupil with the proper safety
procedures to take during an emergency, the principal of each
school regularly conducts fire and disaster drills. The exact
procedure of the drill depends upon the physical conditions of the
school and the nature and size of the student body. Our schools
have a continuous Radio connection with the Illinois State Police
and receive all Civil Defense warnings. Pupils are dismissed from
school in case of emergency, only if the school is fairly certain that
someone is at home to receive the child and weather conditions
permit a dismissal.
Restriction on Collections and Donations
There shall be no collection of funds of any nature within the
school without the consent of the school principal. Fund raising
projects by classes or other school related groups shall be limited
and never undertaken without first submitting a description
including the purpose of the collection to the school
administration.
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Help get the homework habit - When your son or daughter doesn't bring
homework home, find out if the homework was completed at school,
forgotten, or not brought home. Certainly, there will be times when your
child will have little or no homework to do. Remember learning is not how
much time a student puts in at home or how much paper he/she consumes
in an evening. It is the understanding he/she develops for what he/she
accomplishes.
Watch for signs - If your child is having problems completing homework,
check his/her study habits. Look for problems which might reduce his/her
ability to get homework done - moving lips while reading, writing slowly or
unclearly, not comprehending the reading. Help work on these areas if you
believe them to be signs of poor study habits. Your child could be having
problems unrelated to schoolwork. If so, help deal with these distractions.
Call or email the teacher - If your son or daughter is having difficulty with
homework, a call to the teacher will often clarify or solve the problem. If
you believe the assignment is too much, too vague, too difficult: Contact
us. We are happy to assist you. After all, you are helping us to
accomplish what we both want -- your child's academic success.
Think Positively - Remember that homework is an integral part of the
learning process. Try to get your child to see the value of the knowledge
under study. Assist your son or daughter when you can, but, remember
homework is your child's responsibility.
Homework Hotline
A Middle School Homework Hotline is provided to help students keep
current with their daily class and homework assignments. Students are
asked to call the Homework Hotline after 4:00 P.M. the day of their
absence.
6th grade -- 795-2475 press 6
7th grade -- 795-2475 press 7
8th grade -- 795-2475 press 8
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Telephone Calls
Parents are asked to confine telephone calls to those of an
emergency nature only. The transaction of school business
makes it necessary to keep the line open as much as possible.
Only emergency messages will be transmitted to students.
This does not include personal requests such as errands,
grocery lists, baby-sitting arrangements, etc.
Please cooperate.
Only authorized telephone calls relating to school business and
emergency calls will be permitted from the office.
Lost and Found Articles
Each school maintains a depository for articles found in and about
the school. Many lost items are turned in and not claimed.
Children should be instructed to seek school personnel's help in
locating lost property. Lost and found articles not claimed are
disposed of each quarter.
Fire and Disaster Drills
To thoroughly familiarize each pupil with the proper safety
procedures to take during an emergency, the principal of each
school regularly conducts fire and disaster drills. The exact
procedure of the drill depends upon the physical conditions of the
school and the nature and size of the student body. Our schools
have a continuous Radio connection with the Illinois State Police
and receive all Civil Defense warnings. Pupils are dismissed from
school in case of emergency, only if the school is fairly certain that
someone is at home to receive the child and weather conditions
permit a dismissal.
Restriction on Collections and Donations
There shall be no collection of funds of any nature within the
school without the consent of the school principal. Fund raising
projects by classes or other school related groups shall be limited
and never undertaken without first submitting a description
including the purpose of the collection to the school
administration.
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No solicitation of funds or other material donations from individuals or
businesses shall be made by any class or school sponsored group.
1.
The Board of Education does not solicit gifts, funds, or other material
donations for its schools. However, this does not preclude the Board from
accepting donations. The Board does reserve the right to accept or reject
any gift and if acceptable, the donation becomes the property of the Board
of Education to be used in any manner determined by the Board.
2.
School Rental
The schools are available for rental to local outside groups for activities
non-political in nature. Inquiries should be directed to the Administrative
Office at which times copies of the rental policies and regulations will be
supplied.
Lockers
Each student will be issued a locker with a built-in combination lock in
which he/she may keep coats, books, and supplies. The lockers are the
possession of the school, and may be searched if reasonable suspicion
dictates the need. It is highly recommended that the student not give the
combination for the locker to any other student. Lockers are the property of
the school, loaned to students for their convenience. Lockers should not
be banged, kicked, defaced, or otherwise damaged. Students must
understand that the administration has the legal right to inspect lockers
when reasonable suspicion dictates a need.
Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular or co-curricular activities are school-sponsored programs
for which some or all of the activities are outside the instructional day.
They do not include field trips, homework, or occasional work required
outside the school day for a scheduled class. “Co-curricular activity” refers
to an activity associated with the curriculum in a regular classroom and is
generally required for class credit. “Extracurricular activity” refers to an
activity that is not part of the curriculum, is not graded, does not offer
credit, and does not take place during classroom time; it includes
competitive interscholastic activities and clubs.
The Superintendent must approve an activity in order for it to be
considered a District-sponsored extracurricular or co-curricular activity,
using the following criteria:
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3.
4.
5.
The activity will contribute to the leadership abilities,
social well-being, self-realization, good citizenship,
general growth of student-participants, or physical wellbeing.
Fees assessed students are reasonable and do not
exceed the actual cost of operation.
The District has sufficient financial resources for the
activity.
Student body desires are considered.
The activity will be supervised by a school-approved
sponsor.
Academic Criteria for Participation
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For students in kindergarten through 8 grade, selection of
members or participants is at the discretion of the teachers,
sponsors, or coaches, provided that the selection criteria conform
to the District’s policies. Students must satisfy all academic
standards and must comply with the activity’s rules and the
student conduct code.
Athletics
Student Participation in school-sponsored extracurricular activities
is contingent upon the following:
1. The student must meet any established academic
criteria.
2. The parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide written permission
for the student’s participation, giving the District full waiver of
responsibility of the risks involved.
3. The students must present a certificate of physical fitness
issued by a licensed physician, an advance practice nurse,
or a physician assistant who assures that the student’s
health status allows for active athletic participation.
4. The student must show proof of accident insurance
coverage either by a policy purchased through the Districtapproved insurance plan or a parent/guardian written
statement that the student is covered under a family
insurance plan.
The Superintendent or designee shall maintain the necessary
records to ensure student compliance with this policy.
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No solicitation of funds or other material donations from individuals or
businesses shall be made by any class or school sponsored group.
1.
The Board of Education does not solicit gifts, funds, or other material
donations for its schools. However, this does not preclude the Board from
accepting donations. The Board does reserve the right to accept or reject
any gift and if acceptable, the donation becomes the property of the Board
of Education to be used in any manner determined by the Board.
2.
School Rental
The schools are available for rental to local outside groups for activities
non-political in nature. Inquiries should be directed to the Administrative
Office at which times copies of the rental policies and regulations will be
supplied.
Lockers
Each student will be issued a locker with a built-in combination lock in
which he/she may keep coats, books, and supplies. The lockers are the
possession of the school, and may be searched if reasonable suspicion
dictates the need. It is highly recommended that the student not give the
combination for the locker to any other student. Lockers are the property of
the school, loaned to students for their convenience. Lockers should not
be banged, kicked, defaced, or otherwise damaged. Students must
understand that the administration has the legal right to inspect lockers
when reasonable suspicion dictates a need.
Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular or co-curricular activities are school-sponsored programs
for which some or all of the activities are outside the instructional day.
They do not include field trips, homework, or occasional work required
outside the school day for a scheduled class. “Co-curricular activity” refers
to an activity associated with the curriculum in a regular classroom and is
generally required for class credit. “Extracurricular activity” refers to an
activity that is not part of the curriculum, is not graded, does not offer
credit, and does not take place during classroom time; it includes
competitive interscholastic activities and clubs.
The Superintendent must approve an activity in order for it to be
considered a District-sponsored extracurricular or co-curricular activity,
using the following criteria:
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3.
4.
5.
The activity will contribute to the leadership abilities,
social well-being, self-realization, good citizenship,
general growth of student-participants, or physical wellbeing.
Fees assessed students are reasonable and do not
exceed the actual cost of operation.
The District has sufficient financial resources for the
activity.
Student body desires are considered.
The activity will be supervised by a school-approved
sponsor.
Academic Criteria for Participation
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For students in kindergarten through 8 grade, selection of
members or participants is at the discretion of the teachers,
sponsors, or coaches, provided that the selection criteria conform
to the District’s policies. Students must satisfy all academic
standards and must comply with the activity’s rules and the
student conduct code.
Athletics
Student Participation in school-sponsored extracurricular activities
is contingent upon the following:
1. The student must meet any established academic
criteria.
2. The parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide written permission
for the student’s participation, giving the District full waiver of
responsibility of the risks involved.
3. The students must present a certificate of physical fitness
issued by a licensed physician, an advance practice nurse,
or a physician assistant who assures that the student’s
health status allows for active athletic participation.
4. The student must show proof of accident insurance
coverage either by a policy purchased through the Districtapproved insurance plan or a parent/guardian written
statement that the student is covered under a family
insurance plan.
The Superintendent or designee shall maintain the necessary
records to ensure student compliance with this policy.
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Snowball Regulations
Snowball regulations to be followed by the students at Lincoln Middle
School are as follows:
1. No throwing of snowballs whatsoever on the playground or on the
sidewalks around the school.
2. In order that individual rights, as well as property rights, be respected,
students will not throw snowballs as they are going to and from school.
Library Rules
Each student may take out two books at one time. They may keep the
books for one week and renew them if they go to the library and apply for
renewal. Students may not take out any more books until overdue books
are returned.
Encyclopedias may be checked out for one day - from 3:00 p.m.- 9:00 a.m.
FINES - Lost books and materials from the media center collections are to
be charged at the rate of current replacement costs as determined by the
Director of Media Centers. Materials not returned to the Media Center
and/or paid in full by the student may be a reason for the records of such
student being held in the school office until all obligations have been met.
Books should be returned to the desk in the library.
Students are not allowed to take any books out of the library unless they
have checked out the book(s) with the librarian.
Each class should leave the library in good order. Shelves should be
straight and chairs should be pushed in place. All students should bring a
pen or pencil to library class. We expect good conduct in the library.
Personal Property
Any of the following items in the possession of a student will be confiscated
and may be returned only after a conference with the student’s parents:
Articles Prohibited in School
Matches, Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco, Fireworks Lighters, and Weapons:
Use, possession or distribution of the above in, on, or in sight of school
property, including buses, or by a student on the way to or from school, is
unlawful and is prohibited. The same is true for any item used as a
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weapon. In cases of violation of this policy, school authorities will
initiate appropriate disciplinary measures which may include
suspension, expulsion and/or notification of law enforcement
officials.
Items not allowed in school:
Gum
Roller blades, skateboards
Aerosol and pump sprays
Glass containers
Pocket chains
Cameras
Permanent Markers
Cigarettes, matches, lighters, or explosives
Trading/game cards
Toy guns, guns, weapons, knives, cutting tools, or any other
potentially dangerous articles
Other materials: any item that jeopardizes the safety of
students or disrupts the educational program.
If a student brings a cell phone or iPOD (or any other electronic
device) onto school property, they must be turned off and
kept in his/her locker during school hours. If a student has a
cell phone during the school day, it will be confiscated and
returned only to a parent. The student will be issued a detention.
Students are encouraged to carry only the amount of money
needed for a specific school activity, and must assume
responsibility for its safe keeping. Book bags, purses, and
backpacks may be brought to school, but must remain in the
students’ lockers during the school day.
Video & Audio Monitoring Systems
A video and/or audio monitoring system may be in use on school
busses and a video monitoring system may be in use in public
areas of the school building. These systems have been put in
place to protect students, staff, visitors and school property. If a
discipline problem is captured on audiotape or videotape, these
recordings may be used as the basis for imposing student
discipline. If criminal actions are recorded, a copy of the tape may
be provided to law enforcement personnel.
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Snowball Regulations
Snowball regulations to be followed by the students at Lincoln Middle
School are as follows:
1. No throwing of snowballs whatsoever on the playground or on the
sidewalks around the school.
2. In order that individual rights, as well as property rights, be respected,
students will not throw snowballs as they are going to and from school.
Library Rules
Each student may take out two books at one time. They may keep the
books for one week and renew them if they go to the library and apply for
renewal. Students may not take out any more books until overdue books
are returned.
Encyclopedias may be checked out for one day - from 3:00 p.m.- 9:00 a.m.
FINES - Lost books and materials from the media center collections are to
be charged at the rate of current replacement costs as determined by the
Director of Media Centers. Materials not returned to the Media Center
and/or paid in full by the student may be a reason for the records of such
student being held in the school office until all obligations have been met.
Books should be returned to the desk in the library.
Students are not allowed to take any books out of the library unless they
have checked out the book(s) with the librarian.
Each class should leave the library in good order. Shelves should be
straight and chairs should be pushed in place. All students should bring a
pen or pencil to library class. We expect good conduct in the library.
Personal Property
Any of the following items in the possession of a student will be confiscated
and may be returned only after a conference with the student’s parents:
Articles Prohibited in School
Matches, Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco, Fireworks Lighters, and Weapons:
Use, possession or distribution of the above in, on, or in sight of school
property, including buses, or by a student on the way to or from school, is
unlawful and is prohibited. The same is true for any item used as a
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weapon. In cases of violation of this policy, school authorities will
initiate appropriate disciplinary measures which may include
suspension, expulsion and/or notification of law enforcement
officials.
Items not allowed in school:
Gum
Roller blades, skateboards
Aerosol and pump sprays
Glass containers
Pocket chains
Cameras
Permanent Markers
Cigarettes, matches, lighters, or explosives
Trading/game cards
Toy guns, guns, weapons, knives, cutting tools, or any other
potentially dangerous articles
Other materials: any item that jeopardizes the safety of
students or disrupts the educational program.
If a student brings a cell phone or iPOD (or any other electronic
device) onto school property, they must be turned off and
kept in his/her locker during school hours. If a student has a
cell phone during the school day, it will be confiscated and
returned only to a parent. The student will be issued a detention.
Students are encouraged to carry only the amount of money
needed for a specific school activity, and must assume
responsibility for its safe keeping. Book bags, purses, and
backpacks may be brought to school, but must remain in the
students’ lockers during the school day.
Video & Audio Monitoring Systems
A video and/or audio monitoring system may be in use on school
busses and a video monitoring system may be in use in public
areas of the school building. These systems have been put in
place to protect students, staff, visitors and school property. If a
discipline problem is captured on audiotape or videotape, these
recordings may be used as the basis for imposing student
discipline. If criminal actions are recorded, a copy of the tape may
be provided to law enforcement personnel.
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Detention Procedures
Elementary School Students
Reasonable detention at the close of the day is permitted under the
following conditions:
l. When a pupil is detained at school beyond the normal dismissal time,
the teacher shall give appropriate consideration to factors of pupil
transportation, weather or any extenuating circumstances.
2. The age and grade level of the pupil shall be considered in determining
the length of time a pupil may be detained after school. Under no
circumstances should a pupil be detained later than 3:35 p.m. In the event
an elementary pupil is detained beyond ten minutes after the normal
closing time, the parents or guardians shall be notified.
Middle School Students
Working with behavior problems will initially be the responsibility of the
student’s advisory teacher, classroom teacher, and/or the grade level team
(6th, 7th or 8th.) If the student does not respond well to team intervention,
then he/she will be referred to the Dean of Students, Assistant Principal or
Principal. Certain behaviors may require immediate and more severe
action and will be referred immediately to the Assistant Principal or
Principal.
Detention is a form of consequence that teachers or the administration
may impose as a result of inappropriate school behavior. Parents are
notified of the date and the reason for the detention at least one day before
the detention is to be served through a detention slip given to the student.
It is the student’s responsibility to bring the slip home, have it signed
by his/her parent, and return it to school the next day. *Students who
do not show for a detention will be given one warning and then will be
issued an in-school suspension.
Detention Schedule:
Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday
3:05 - 4:00 P.M.
ISS Procedures
While serving an in-school suspension, students are expected to complete
the daily assignments. If at the school day assignments are not completed,
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a phone call will be made to the parent/guardian and the student
can be expected to stay after school until the work is completed.
Daily Behavior
Walking to and from school- Students are subject to school
jurisdiction from the time they leave their doorstep in the morning
until they return to the doorstep after school. Students are
expected to display proper behavior as they go to and from
school. They are to obey all crossing guards and teachers.
Students are to use sidewalks as they travel to and from school.
Skateboards and bicycles are not to be brought to school.
Restrooms- Restrooms are not to be used between classes
without permission, and prior to using the restroom, students must
sign the classroom sign-out sheet. This includes before and after
lunch. During lunch, students must have a bathroom pass.
Handshakes- Due to handshakes being used to signify gang
affiliation, no handshaking is allowed at school.
Public Display of Affection- Friendships are encouraged, but
hand-holding, hugging, kissing, or other public displays of
affection are not allowed.
Sexual Harassment- The following can be considered examples
of sexual harassment and are prohibited in school. Sexual
harassment can be physical, verbal, or nonverbal.
These behaviors disrupt the educational process and cause
individuals to feel uncomfortable, intimidated, or humiliated.
(School Board Policy 7:20)
Physical Examples
1. patting, hugging, or kissing
2. grabbing, pinching, or touching
3. standing in someone’s way, or standing too close
4. aggressively pulling or touching someone’s clothing
5. purposely bumping into or brushing against another
person in a sexual manner
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Detention Procedures
Elementary School Students
Reasonable detention at the close of the day is permitted under the
following conditions:
l. When a pupil is detained at school beyond the normal dismissal time,
the teacher shall give appropriate consideration to factors of pupil
transportation, weather or any extenuating circumstances.
2. The age and grade level of the pupil shall be considered in determining
the length of time a pupil may be detained after school. Under no
circumstances should a pupil be detained later than 3:35 p.m. In the event
an elementary pupil is detained beyond ten minutes after the normal
closing time, the parents or guardians shall be notified.
Middle School Students
Working with behavior problems will initially be the responsibility of the
student’s advisory teacher, classroom teacher, and/or the grade level team
(6th, 7th or 8th.) If the student does not respond well to team intervention,
then he/she will be referred to the Dean of Students, Assistant Principal or
Principal. Certain behaviors may require immediate and more severe
action and will be referred immediately to the Assistant Principal or
Principal.
Detention is a form of consequence that teachers or the administration
may impose as a result of inappropriate school behavior. Parents are
notified of the date and the reason for the detention at least one day before
the detention is to be served through a detention slip given to the student.
It is the student’s responsibility to bring the slip home, have it signed
by his/her parent, and return it to school the next day. *Students who
do not show for a detention will be given one warning and then will be
issued an in-school suspension.
Detention Schedule:
Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday
3:05 - 4:00 P.M.
ISS Procedures
While serving an in-school suspension, students are expected to complete
the daily assignments. If at the school day assignments are not completed,
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a phone call will be made to the parent/guardian and the student
can be expected to stay after school until the work is completed.
Daily Behavior
Walking to and from school- Students are subject to school
jurisdiction from the time they leave their doorstep in the morning
until they return to the doorstep after school. Students are
expected to display proper behavior as they go to and from
school. They are to obey all crossing guards and teachers.
Students are to use sidewalks as they travel to and from school.
Skateboards and bicycles are not to be brought to school.
Restrooms- Restrooms are not to be used between classes
without permission, and prior to using the restroom, students must
sign the classroom sign-out sheet. This includes before and after
lunch. During lunch, students must have a bathroom pass.
Handshakes- Due to handshakes being used to signify gang
affiliation, no handshaking is allowed at school.
Public Display of Affection- Friendships are encouraged, but
hand-holding, hugging, kissing, or other public displays of
affection are not allowed.
Sexual Harassment- The following can be considered examples
of sexual harassment and are prohibited in school. Sexual
harassment can be physical, verbal, or nonverbal.
These behaviors disrupt the educational process and cause
individuals to feel uncomfortable, intimidated, or humiliated.
(School Board Policy 7:20)
Physical Examples
1. patting, hugging, or kissing
2. grabbing, pinching, or touching
3. standing in someone’s way, or standing too close
4. aggressively pulling or touching someone’s clothing
5. purposely bumping into or brushing against another
person in a sexual manner
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Verbal Examples
1. making sexual threats
2. making sexual insults
3. commenting on a person’s body
4. telling sexual jokes, stories, or rumors
5.
6.
7.
making phone calls where obscene suggestions or noises are
made
whistling or making catcalls or rude noises directed at someone
teasing related to sexual characteristics
spreading rumors related to a person’s alleged sexual activities
Nonverbal Examples
1. staring at a person’s body in a sexual way
2. making suggestive body movements or gestures
3. creating or passing sexually explicit notes or pictures
4. putting sexual pictures or drawings in books, lockers, or in
anyone’s view
5. dressing in a manner that would expose parts of the body that are
unwarranted by social conventions…Some examples:
•
pants worn so low that underwear or the buttocks are
visible
•
skirts or dresses worn so short that the very uppermost
thigh is visible
•
blouses or shirts worn so low cleavage is visible
A student’s appearance, including dress and grooming, must not disrupt
the educational process, interfere with the maintenance of a positive
teaching/learning climate, or compromise reasonable standards of health,
safety, and decency. (School Board Policy 7:160)
Physical Contact- Physical contact of any kind is not allowed in school.
Students are to keep their hands to themselves at all times. This includes
the following:
1. birthday punches
2. slapping butts
3. play fighting
4. bloody knuckles
5. arm wrestling
6. tripping
7. de-booking
8. touching or hitting your friend
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Making a Complaint; Enforcement
Students are encouraged to report claims or incidences of
bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, racial harassment, or
any other prohibited conduct to the Nondiscrimination
Coordinator, Building Principal, Assistant Building Principal, or a
Complaint Manager. A student may choose to report to a person
of the student's same sex. Complaints will be kept confidential to
the extent possible given the need to investigate. Students who
make good faith complaints will not be disciplined. Retaliation
against individuals making complaints is prohibited. Complaints
shall be processed in a manner consistent with the Uniform
Grievance Procedure in Board Policy 2:260, as well as this policy.
An allegation that a student was a victim of any prohibited
conduct perpetrated by another student shall be referred to the
Building Principal or Assistant Building Principal for appropriate
action.
District personnel who become aware of possible sexual
harassment, racial harassment, or other prohibited conduct must
promptly notify responsible District administrators in writing. Once
the District receives notice of allegations of such conduct, it must
promptly investigate the allegations; take appropriate action to
end the hostile environment if one has been created; prevent its
recurrence and, where appropriate, take steps to remedy the
effects of the hostile environment on the affected students.
The Superintendent shall insert into this policy the names,
addresses, and telephone numbers of the District's current
Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers. The
Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers shall
document all reports of harassment, pursuant to a protocol for
recordkeeping established by the Superintendent. At least one of
these individuals will be female, and at least one will be male.
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Verbal Examples
1. making sexual threats
2. making sexual insults
3. commenting on a person’s body
4. telling sexual jokes, stories, or rumors
5.
6.
7.
making phone calls where obscene suggestions or noises are
made
whistling or making catcalls or rude noises directed at someone
teasing related to sexual characteristics
spreading rumors related to a person’s alleged sexual activities
Nonverbal Examples
1. staring at a person’s body in a sexual way
2. making suggestive body movements or gestures
3. creating or passing sexually explicit notes or pictures
4. putting sexual pictures or drawings in books, lockers, or in
anyone’s view
5. dressing in a manner that would expose parts of the body that are
unwarranted by social conventions…Some examples:
•
pants worn so low that underwear or the buttocks are
visible
•
skirts or dresses worn so short that the very uppermost
thigh is visible
•
blouses or shirts worn so low cleavage is visible
A student’s appearance, including dress and grooming, must not disrupt
the educational process, interfere with the maintenance of a positive
teaching/learning climate, or compromise reasonable standards of health,
safety, and decency. (School Board Policy 7:160)
Physical Contact- Physical contact of any kind is not allowed in school.
Students are to keep their hands to themselves at all times. This includes
the following:
1. birthday punches
2. slapping butts
3. play fighting
4. bloody knuckles
5. arm wrestling
6. tripping
7. de-booking
8. touching or hitting your friend
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Making a Complaint; Enforcement
Students are encouraged to report claims or incidences of
bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, racial harassment, or
any other prohibited conduct to the Nondiscrimination
Coordinator, Building Principal, Assistant Building Principal, or a
Complaint Manager. A student may choose to report to a person
of the student's same sex. Complaints will be kept confidential to
the extent possible given the need to investigate. Students who
make good faith complaints will not be disciplined. Retaliation
against individuals making complaints is prohibited. Complaints
shall be processed in a manner consistent with the Uniform
Grievance Procedure in Board Policy 2:260, as well as this policy.
An allegation that a student was a victim of any prohibited
conduct perpetrated by another student shall be referred to the
Building Principal or Assistant Building Principal for appropriate
action.
District personnel who become aware of possible sexual
harassment, racial harassment, or other prohibited conduct must
promptly notify responsible District administrators in writing. Once
the District receives notice of allegations of such conduct, it must
promptly investigate the allegations; take appropriate action to
end the hostile environment if one has been created; prevent its
recurrence and, where appropriate, take steps to remedy the
effects of the hostile environment on the affected students.
The Superintendent shall insert into this policy the names,
addresses, and telephone numbers of the District's current
Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers. The
Nondiscrimination Coordinator and Complaint Managers shall
document all reports of harassment, pursuant to a protocol for
recordkeeping established by the Superintendent. At least one of
these individuals will be female, and at least one will be male.
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discharge, with regard to employees, or suspension and
expulsion, with regard to students. The District shall provide
appropriate counseling services to any student found to have
been subjected to unlawful sexual or racial harassment.
Nondiscrimination Coordinator:
Dr. C. Ayala, Superintendent
Name
6633 W. 16th Street
Address
Berwyn, IL 60402-1320
708/484-6200
Telephone
[email protected]_________________________________________________________
Complaint Managers:
Mr. K. Keeling, Business Manager
Dr. A. Zaher, Assistant Superintendent
Name
6633 W. 16th Street
Name
6633 W. 16th Street
Address
Berwyn, IL 60402-1320
Address
Berwyn, IL 60402-1320
708/484-6200
708/484-6200
Telephone
[email protected]__________________
Telephone
[email protected]___________________
The Superintendent shall use reasonable measures to inform staff
members and students of this policy, such as, by including it in the
appropriate handbooks.
Any District employee who is determined, after an investigation, to have
engaged in conduct prohibited by this policy will be subject to disciplinary
action up to and including discharge. Any District student who is
determined, after an investigation, to have engaged in conduct prohibited
by this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited
to, suspension and expulsion consistent with the discipline policy. Any
person making a knowingly false accusation regarding prohibited conduct
will likewise be subject to disciplinary action up to and including
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Gangs and Gang Related Activities
Student involvement in gangs or gang-related activities on school
grounds, while school is in session or at school-related events,
including the display of gang symbols or paraphernalia is strictly
prohibited. Any student who violates this policy shall be subject to
suspension or expulsion in accordance with the District’s student
discipline policy. As used herein, the term “gang” shall mean any
organization, club or group composed wholly or in part of
students, which seeks to perpetuate itself by accepting additional
members from the students enrolled in the District, and which is
assembled for the common purpose or design of (1) committing or
conspiring to commit criminal offenses, (2) engaging in conduct
that is inimical to the public good, or (3) engaging in conduct that
interferes with or disrupts the District’s educational process or
programs. As used herein, the phrase “gang-related activity” shall
mean any conduct engaged in by a student (1) on behalf of any
gang, (2) to perpetuate the existence of any gang, or (3) to effect
the common purpose and design of any gang including, without
limitation, recruiting students for membership in any gang,
threatening or intimidating other students or employees to commit
acts or omissions against his will in furtherance of the common
purpose and design of any gang.
Sex Offender Notification Law
In compliance with the School Code (730 ILCS 152/120), parents
may access information regarding the Statewide Sex Offender
Database via the Department’s homepage at
www.isp.state.il.us/sor/. The names and addresses of all
registered sex offenders in the state of Illinois are posted on this
website.
State law prohibits a convicted child sex offender from being
present on school property when children under the age of 18 are
present, except for in the following circumstances as they relate to
the individual’s child(ren):
1.
To attend a conference at the school with school
personnel to discuss the progress of their child.
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discharge, with regard to employees, or suspension and
expulsion, with regard to students. The District shall provide
appropriate counseling services to any student found to have
been subjected to unlawful sexual or racial harassment.
Nondiscrimination Coordinator:
Dr. C. Ayala, Superintendent
Name
6633 W. 16th Street
Address
Berwyn, IL 60402-1320
708/484-6200
Telephone
[email protected]_________________________________________________________
Complaint Managers:
Mr. K. Keeling, Business Manager
Dr. A. Zaher, Assistant Superintendent
Name
6633 W. 16th Street
Name
6633 W. 16th Street
Address
Berwyn, IL 60402-1320
Address
Berwyn, IL 60402-1320
708/484-6200
708/484-6200
Telephone
[email protected]__________________
Telephone
[email protected]___________________
The Superintendent shall use reasonable measures to inform staff
members and students of this policy, such as, by including it in the
appropriate handbooks.
Any District employee who is determined, after an investigation, to have
engaged in conduct prohibited by this policy will be subject to disciplinary
action up to and including discharge. Any District student who is
determined, after an investigation, to have engaged in conduct prohibited
by this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, including but not limited
to, suspension and expulsion consistent with the discipline policy. Any
person making a knowingly false accusation regarding prohibited conduct
will likewise be subject to disciplinary action up to and including
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Gangs and Gang Related Activities
Student involvement in gangs or gang-related activities on school
grounds, while school is in session or at school-related events,
including the display of gang symbols or paraphernalia is strictly
prohibited. Any student who violates this policy shall be subject to
suspension or expulsion in accordance with the District’s student
discipline policy. As used herein, the term “gang” shall mean any
organization, club or group composed wholly or in part of
students, which seeks to perpetuate itself by accepting additional
members from the students enrolled in the District, and which is
assembled for the common purpose or design of (1) committing or
conspiring to commit criminal offenses, (2) engaging in conduct
that is inimical to the public good, or (3) engaging in conduct that
interferes with or disrupts the District’s educational process or
programs. As used herein, the phrase “gang-related activity” shall
mean any conduct engaged in by a student (1) on behalf of any
gang, (2) to perpetuate the existence of any gang, or (3) to effect
the common purpose and design of any gang including, without
limitation, recruiting students for membership in any gang,
threatening or intimidating other students or employees to commit
acts or omissions against his will in furtherance of the common
purpose and design of any gang.
Sex Offender Notification Law
In compliance with the School Code (730 ILCS 152/120), parents
may access information regarding the Statewide Sex Offender
Database via the Department’s homepage at
www.isp.state.il.us/sor/. The names and addresses of all
registered sex offenders in the state of Illinois are posted on this
website.
State law prohibits a convicted child sex offender from being
present on school property when children under the age of 18 are
present, except for in the following circumstances as they relate to
the individual’s child(ren):
1.
To attend a conference at the school with school
personnel to discuss the progress of their child.
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2.
To participate in a conference in which evaluation and placement
decisions may be made with respect to their child’s special
education services.
3.
To attend conferences to discuss issues concerning their child,
such as retention or promotion.
In all other cases, convicted child sex offenders are prohibited from being
present on school property unless they obtain written permission from the
superintendent or school board.
Anytime that a convicted child sex offender is present on school property
for any reason – including the three reasons above – he/she is responsible
for notifying the principal's office upon arrival on school property and upon
departure from school property. It is the responsibility of the convicted child
sex offender to remain under the direct supervision of a school official at all
times he/she is in the presence or vicinity of children.
A violation of this law is a Class 4 felony.
Non-School Sponsored Publications/Websites
Students are prohibited from accessing and/or distributing at school any
pictures, written material, or electronic material, including material from the
Internet or from a blog, that:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Will cause substantial disruption of the proper and orderly
operation and discipline of the school or school activities;
Violates the rights of others, including but not limited to material
that is libelous, invades the privacy of others, or infringes on a
copyright;
Is socially inappropriate or inappropriate due to maturity level of
the students, including but not limited to material that is obscene,
pornographic, or pervasively lewd and vulgar, or contains indecent
and vulgar language;
Is primarily intended for the immediate solicitation of funds; or
Is distributed in kindergarten through eighth grade and is primarily
prepared by non-students, unless it is being used for school
purposes. Nothing herein shall be interpreted to prevent the
inclusion of material from outside sources or the citation to such
sources as long as the material to be distributed or accessed is
primarily prepared by students.
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The distribution of non-school-sponsored written material must
occur at a time and place in a manner that will not cause
disruption, be coercive, or result in the perception that the
distribution or the material is endorsed by the school district.
Preventing Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment
Bullying, intimidation, and harassment diminish a student’s ability
to learn and a school’s ability to educate. Preventing students
from engaging in these disruptive behaviors is an important
District goal.
Bullying on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, nationality,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender-related identity or
expression, ancestry, age, religion, physical or mental disability,
order of protection status, status of being homeless, or actual or
potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy,
association with a person or group with one or more of the
aforementioned actual or perceived characteristics, or any other
distinguishing characteristic is prohibited in each of the following
situations:
1. During any school sponsored education program or
activity.
2. While in school, on school property, on school buses or
other school vehicles, at designated school bus stops
waiting for the school bus, or at school sponsored or
school sanctioned events or activities.
3. Through the transmission of information from a school
computer, a school computer network, or other similar
electronic school equipment.
For purposes of this policy, the term bullying means any severe or
pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including
communications made in writing or electronically, directed toward
a student that has or can be reasonably predicted to have the
effect of one or more of the following:
1. Placing the student in reasonable fear of harm to the
student’s person or property.
2. Causing a substantially detrimental effect on the
student’s physical or mental health.
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2.
To participate in a conference in which evaluation and placement
decisions may be made with respect to their child’s special
education services.
3.
To attend conferences to discuss issues concerning their child,
such as retention or promotion.
In all other cases, convicted child sex offenders are prohibited from being
present on school property unless they obtain written permission from the
superintendent or school board.
Anytime that a convicted child sex offender is present on school property
for any reason – including the three reasons above – he/she is responsible
for notifying the principal's office upon arrival on school property and upon
departure from school property. It is the responsibility of the convicted child
sex offender to remain under the direct supervision of a school official at all
times he/she is in the presence or vicinity of children.
A violation of this law is a Class 4 felony.
Non-School Sponsored Publications/Websites
Students are prohibited from accessing and/or distributing at school any
pictures, written material, or electronic material, including material from the
Internet or from a blog, that:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Will cause substantial disruption of the proper and orderly
operation and discipline of the school or school activities;
Violates the rights of others, including but not limited to material
that is libelous, invades the privacy of others, or infringes on a
copyright;
Is socially inappropriate or inappropriate due to maturity level of
the students, including but not limited to material that is obscene,
pornographic, or pervasively lewd and vulgar, or contains indecent
and vulgar language;
Is primarily intended for the immediate solicitation of funds; or
Is distributed in kindergarten through eighth grade and is primarily
prepared by non-students, unless it is being used for school
purposes. Nothing herein shall be interpreted to prevent the
inclusion of material from outside sources or the citation to such
sources as long as the material to be distributed or accessed is
primarily prepared by students.
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The distribution of non-school-sponsored written material must
occur at a time and place in a manner that will not cause
disruption, be coercive, or result in the perception that the
distribution or the material is endorsed by the school district.
Preventing Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment
Bullying, intimidation, and harassment diminish a student’s ability
to learn and a school’s ability to educate. Preventing students
from engaging in these disruptive behaviors is an important
District goal.
Bullying on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, nationality,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender-related identity or
expression, ancestry, age, religion, physical or mental disability,
order of protection status, status of being homeless, or actual or
potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy,
association with a person or group with one or more of the
aforementioned actual or perceived characteristics, or any other
distinguishing characteristic is prohibited in each of the following
situations:
1. During any school sponsored education program or
activity.
2. While in school, on school property, on school buses or
other school vehicles, at designated school bus stops
waiting for the school bus, or at school sponsored or
school sanctioned events or activities.
3. Through the transmission of information from a school
computer, a school computer network, or other similar
electronic school equipment.
For purposes of this policy, the term bullying means any severe or
pervasive physical or verbal act or conduct, including
communications made in writing or electronically, directed toward
a student that has or can be reasonably predicted to have the
effect of one or more of the following:
1. Placing the student in reasonable fear of harm to the
student’s person or property.
2. Causing a substantially detrimental effect on the
student’s physical or mental health.
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3.
4.
Substantially interfering with the student’s academic performance.
Substantially interfering with the student’s ability to participate in
or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by a
school.
Bullying, intimidation, and/or harassment may take various forms, including
without limitation: threats, stalking, physical violence, sexual harassment,
sexual violence, theft, public humiliation, destruction of property, or
retaliation for asserting or alleging an act of bullying.
The Superintendent or designee shall develop and maintain a program
that:
1. Fully implements and enforces each of the following Board
policies:
a. 7:190, Student Discipline. This policy prohibits students from
engaging in hazing, bullying, or any kind of aggressive
behavior that does physical or psychological harm to another
or any urging of other students to engage in such conduct;
prohibited conduct includes any use of violence, force, noise,
coercion, threats, intimidation, fear, harassment, or other
comparable conduct.
b. 7:310, Restrictions on Publications and Written or Electronic
Material. This policy prohibits students from: (i) accessing
and/or distributing at school any written, printed, or electronic
material, including material from the Internet, that will cause
substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation and
discipline of the school or school activities, and (ii) creating
and/or distributing written, printed, or electronic material,
including photographs and Internet material and blogs, that
causes substantial disruption to school operations or
interferes with the rights of other students or staff members.
c. 7:20, Harassment of Students Prohibited. This policy
prohibits any person from harassing intimidating, or bullying a
student based on an actual or perceived characteristic that is
identified in the policy. Each of those characteristics is also
identified in this policy’s second paragraph.
6:235, Access to Electronic Networks. This policy states that
the use of the District’s electronic networks is limited to: (1)
support of education and/or research, or (2) a legitimate
business use. It subjects any individual to the loss of
privileges, disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal
actions for violating the District’s Authorization of Electronic
Network Access.
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Full implementation of the above policies includes: (a)
conducting a prompt and thorough investigation of
alleged incidents of bullying, intimidation, harassing
behavior, or similar conduct, (b) reporting incidents of
such behaviors to appropriate District officials (b) (c)
providing each student who violates one or more of
these policies with appropriate consequences and
remedial action, and (c) (d) protecting students against
retaliation for reporting such conduct. and assisting
students victimized by such conduct.
2.
Examines the appropriate steps to understand and
rectify conditions that foster bullying, intimidation, and
harassment; this contemplates taking action to eliminate
or prevent these disruptive behaviors beyond traditional
punitive disciplinary actions.
3.
Includes bullying prevention and character instruction in
all grades in accordance with State law and Board policy
6:60, Curriculum Content. This includes incorporating
student social and emotional development into the
District’s educational program as required by State law
and in alignment with Board policy 6:65, Student Social
and Emotional Development.
4.
Fully informs staff members of the District’s goal to
prevent students from engaging in bullying and the
measures being used to accomplish it. This includes: (a)
communicating the District’s expectation – and the State
law requirement – that teachers and other certificated
employees maintain discipline, and (b) establishing a
process for staff members to fulfill their obligation to
report alleged acts of bullying, intimidation, harassment,
and other acts of actual or threatened violence.
5.
Encourages all members of the school community,
including students, parents, volunteers, and visitors, to
report alleged acts of bullying, intimidation, harassment,
and other acts of actual or threatened violence.
6.
Actively involves students’ parents/guardians in the
remediation of the behavior(s) of concern. This includes
ensuring that all parents/guardians are notified, as
required by State law, whenever their child engages in
aggressive behavior.
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3.
4.
Substantially interfering with the student’s academic performance.
Substantially interfering with the student’s ability to participate in
or benefit from the services, activities, or privileges provided by a
school.
Bullying, intimidation, and/or harassment may take various forms, including
without limitation: threats, stalking, physical violence, sexual harassment,
sexual violence, theft, public humiliation, destruction of property, or
retaliation for asserting or alleging an act of bullying.
The Superintendent or designee shall develop and maintain a program
that:
1. Fully implements and enforces each of the following Board
policies:
a. 7:190, Student Discipline. This policy prohibits students from
engaging in hazing, bullying, or any kind of aggressive
behavior that does physical or psychological harm to another
or any urging of other students to engage in such conduct;
prohibited conduct includes any use of violence, force, noise,
coercion, threats, intimidation, fear, harassment, or other
comparable conduct.
b. 7:310, Restrictions on Publications and Written or Electronic
Material. This policy prohibits students from: (i) accessing
and/or distributing at school any written, printed, or electronic
material, including material from the Internet, that will cause
substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation and
discipline of the school or school activities, and (ii) creating
and/or distributing written, printed, or electronic material,
including photographs and Internet material and blogs, that
causes substantial disruption to school operations or
interferes with the rights of other students or staff members.
c. 7:20, Harassment of Students Prohibited. This policy
prohibits any person from harassing intimidating, or bullying a
student based on an actual or perceived characteristic that is
identified in the policy. Each of those characteristics is also
identified in this policy’s second paragraph.
6:235, Access to Electronic Networks. This policy states that
the use of the District’s electronic networks is limited to: (1)
support of education and/or research, or (2) a legitimate
business use. It subjects any individual to the loss of
privileges, disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal
actions for violating the District’s Authorization of Electronic
Network Access.
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Full implementation of the above policies includes: (a)
conducting a prompt and thorough investigation of
alleged incidents of bullying, intimidation, harassing
behavior, or similar conduct, (b) reporting incidents of
such behaviors to appropriate District officials (b) (c)
providing each student who violates one or more of
these policies with appropriate consequences and
remedial action, and (c) (d) protecting students against
retaliation for reporting such conduct. and assisting
students victimized by such conduct.
2.
Examines the appropriate steps to understand and
rectify conditions that foster bullying, intimidation, and
harassment; this contemplates taking action to eliminate
or prevent these disruptive behaviors beyond traditional
punitive disciplinary actions.
3.
Includes bullying prevention and character instruction in
all grades in accordance with State law and Board policy
6:60, Curriculum Content. This includes incorporating
student social and emotional development into the
District’s educational program as required by State law
and in alignment with Board policy 6:65, Student Social
and Emotional Development.
4.
Fully informs staff members of the District’s goal to
prevent students from engaging in bullying and the
measures being used to accomplish it. This includes: (a)
communicating the District’s expectation – and the State
law requirement – that teachers and other certificated
employees maintain discipline, and (b) establishing a
process for staff members to fulfill their obligation to
report alleged acts of bullying, intimidation, harassment,
and other acts of actual or threatened violence.
5.
Encourages all members of the school community,
including students, parents, volunteers, and visitors, to
report alleged acts of bullying, intimidation, harassment,
and other acts of actual or threatened violence.
6.
Actively involves students’ parents/guardians in the
remediation of the behavior(s) of concern. This includes
ensuring that all parents/guardians are notified, as
required by State law, whenever their child engages in
aggressive behavior.
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7.
Communicates the District’s expectation that all students conduct
themselves with a proper regard for the rights and welfare of
other students. This includes a process for commending or
acknowledging students for demonstrating appropriate behavior.
8.
Annually communicates this policy to students and their
parents/guardians.
This includes annually disseminating
information to all students and parents/guardians explaining the
serious disruption caused by bullying, intimidation, or harassment
and that these behaviors will be taken seriously and are not
acceptable in any form.
9.
Engages in ongoing monitoring that includes collecting and
analyzing appropriate data on the nature and extent of bullying in
the District’s schools and, after identifying appropriate indicators,
assesses the effectiveness of the various strategies, programs,
and procedures and reports the results of this assessment to the
Board along with recommendations to enhance effectiveness.
b.
10. Complies with State and federal law and is in alignment with
Board policies. This includes prompting the Board to update the
policy beginning every 2 years after its initial adoption and filing
this policy with the Illinois State Board of Education after the
Board adopts or updates it.
This policy is not intended to infringe upon any right to exercise free
expression or the free exercise of religion or religiously based views
protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution or under
Section 3 or 4 of Article 1 of the Ill. Constitution.
Student Discipline
Prohibited Student Conduct
The school administration is authorized to discipline students for gross
disobedience or misconduct, including, but not limited to:
1.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling tobacco
materials.
4.
Any anabolic steroid unless being administered in
accordance with a physician’s or licensed
practitioner’s prescription.
c. Any performance-enhancing substance on the
Illinois High School Association’s most current
banned substance list unless administered in
accordance with a physician’s or licensed
practitioner’s prescription.
d. Any prescription drug when not prescribed for the
student by a physician or licensed practitioner, or
when used in a manner inconsistent with the
prescription or prescribing physician’s or licensed
practitioner’s instructions.
e. “Look-alike” or counterfeit drugs, including a
substance not containing an illegal drug or
controlled substance, but one: (a) that a student
believes to be, or represents to be, an illegal drug or
controlled substance; or (b) about which a student
engaged in behavior that would lead a reasonable
person to believe that the student expressly or
impliedly represented to be an illegal drug or
controlled substance.
f. Drug paraphernalia, including devices that are or
can be used to: (a) ingest, inhale, or inject cannabis
or controlled substances into the body; and (b) grow,
process, store, or conceal cannabis or controlled
substances.
Students who are under the influence of any prohibited
substance are not permitted to attend school or school
functions and are treated as though they had the
prohibited substance, as applicable, in their possession.
Using, possessing, controlling, or transferring a “weapon”
as that term is defined in the Weapons section of this
policy, or violating the Weapons section of this policy.
2.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling alcoholic
beverages. Students who are under the influence are not
permitted to attend school or school functions and are treated as
though they had alcohol in their possession.
3.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling:
a. Any illegal drug, controlled substance, or cannabis (including
marijuana and hashish).
Using or possessing an electronic paging device. Using
a cellular telephone, video recording device, personal
digital assistant (PDA), or other electronic device in any
manner that disrupts the educational environment or
violates the rights of others, including using the device to
take photographs in locker rooms or bathrooms, cheat,
or otherwise violate student conduct rules. Prohibited
conduct specifically includes, without limitation, creating,
sending, sharing, viewing, receiving, or possessing an
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7.
Communicates the District’s expectation that all students conduct
themselves with a proper regard for the rights and welfare of
other students. This includes a process for commending or
acknowledging students for demonstrating appropriate behavior.
8.
Annually communicates this policy to students and their
parents/guardians.
This includes annually disseminating
information to all students and parents/guardians explaining the
serious disruption caused by bullying, intimidation, or harassment
and that these behaviors will be taken seriously and are not
acceptable in any form.
9.
Engages in ongoing monitoring that includes collecting and
analyzing appropriate data on the nature and extent of bullying in
the District’s schools and, after identifying appropriate indicators,
assesses the effectiveness of the various strategies, programs,
and procedures and reports the results of this assessment to the
Board along with recommendations to enhance effectiveness.
b.
10. Complies with State and federal law and is in alignment with
Board policies. This includes prompting the Board to update the
policy beginning every 2 years after its initial adoption and filing
this policy with the Illinois State Board of Education after the
Board adopts or updates it.
This policy is not intended to infringe upon any right to exercise free
expression or the free exercise of religion or religiously based views
protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution or under
Section 3 or 4 of Article 1 of the Ill. Constitution.
Student Discipline
Prohibited Student Conduct
The school administration is authorized to discipline students for gross
disobedience or misconduct, including, but not limited to:
1.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling tobacco
materials.
4.
Any anabolic steroid unless being administered in
accordance with a physician’s or licensed
practitioner’s prescription.
c. Any performance-enhancing substance on the
Illinois High School Association’s most current
banned substance list unless administered in
accordance with a physician’s or licensed
practitioner’s prescription.
d. Any prescription drug when not prescribed for the
student by a physician or licensed practitioner, or
when used in a manner inconsistent with the
prescription or prescribing physician’s or licensed
practitioner’s instructions.
e. “Look-alike” or counterfeit drugs, including a
substance not containing an illegal drug or
controlled substance, but one: (a) that a student
believes to be, or represents to be, an illegal drug or
controlled substance; or (b) about which a student
engaged in behavior that would lead a reasonable
person to believe that the student expressly or
impliedly represented to be an illegal drug or
controlled substance.
f. Drug paraphernalia, including devices that are or
can be used to: (a) ingest, inhale, or inject cannabis
or controlled substances into the body; and (b) grow,
process, store, or conceal cannabis or controlled
substances.
Students who are under the influence of any prohibited
substance are not permitted to attend school or school
functions and are treated as though they had the
prohibited substance, as applicable, in their possession.
Using, possessing, controlling, or transferring a “weapon”
as that term is defined in the Weapons section of this
policy, or violating the Weapons section of this policy.
2.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling alcoholic
beverages. Students who are under the influence are not
permitted to attend school or school functions and are treated as
though they had alcohol in their possession.
3.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling:
a. Any illegal drug, controlled substance, or cannabis (including
marijuana and hashish).
Using or possessing an electronic paging device. Using
a cellular telephone, video recording device, personal
digital assistant (PDA), or other electronic device in any
manner that disrupts the educational environment or
violates the rights of others, including using the device to
take photographs in locker rooms or bathrooms, cheat,
or otherwise violate student conduct rules. Prohibited
conduct specifically includes, without limitation, creating,
sending, sharing, viewing, receiving, or possessing an
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indecent visual depiction of oneself or another person through the
use of a computer, electronic communication device, or cellular
phone. Unless otherwise banned under this policy or by the
Building Principal, all electronic devices must be kept off and in
the students locker during school hours during the regular school
day unless: (a) the supervising teacher grants permission; (b) use
of the device is provided in a student’s IEP; or (c) it is needed in
an emergency that threatens the safety of students, staff, or other
individuals.
5.
Using or possessing a laser pointer unless under a staff
member’s direct supervision and in the context of instruction.
6.
Disobeying rules of student conduct or directives from staff
members or school officials. Examples of disobeying staff
directives include refusing a District staff member’s request to
stop, present school identification, or submit to a search.
7.
8.
Engaging in academic dishonesty, including cheating,
intentionally plagiarizing, wrongfully giving or receiving help during
an academic examination, and wrongfully obtaining test copies or
scores.
Engaging in hazing or any kind of bullying or aggressive behavior
that does physical or psychological harm to a staff person or
another student, or urging other students to engage in such
conduct. Prohibited conduct specifically includes, without
limitation, any use of violence, intimidation, force, noise, coercion,
threats, stalking, harassment, sexual harassment, racial
harassment, public humiliation, theft or destruction of property,
retaliation, hazing, bullying, bullying using a school computer or a
school computer network, or other comparable conduct.
9.
Causing or attempting to cause damage to, or stealing or
attempting to steal, school property or another person’s personal
property.
10.
Being absent without a recognized excuse; State law and Board
policy on truancy control will be used with chronic and habitual
truants.
11.
Being involved with any public school fraternity, sorority, or secret
society, by:
•
Being a member;
•
Promising to join;
•
Pledging to become a member; or
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•
12.
Soliciting any other person to join, promise to join, or
be pledged to become a member.
Being involved in gangs or gang-related activities,
including displaying gang symbols or paraphernalia.
13.
Violating any criminal law, such as assault and battery,
arson, theft, gambling, and hazing.
14.
Engaging in any activity, on or off campus, that: (a)
poses a threat or danger to the safety of other students,
staff, or school property; (b) constitutes an interference
with school purposes or an educational function; or (c) is
disruptive to the school environment.
15.
Failing to comply with the mandatory dress code, but
only after repeated attempts to secure compliance, such
as conferences with parents/guardians, have been
unsuccessful.
For purposes of this policy, the term “possession” includes having
control, custody, or care, currently or in the past, of an object or
substance, including situations where the item is: (a) on the
student’s person; (b) contained in another item belonging to, or
under the control of, the student, such as in the student’s clothing,
backpack, or automobile; (c) in a school’s student locker, desk, or
other school property; or (d) at any location on school property or
at a school-sponsored event.
No disciplinary action shall be taken against any student that is
based totally or in part on the refusal of the student’s
parent/guardian to administer or consent to the administration of
psychotropic or psychostimulant medication to the student.
The grounds for disciplinary action, including those described
more thoroughly later in this policy, apply whenever the student’s
conduct is reasonably related to school or school activities,
including, but not limited to:
1. On, or within sight of, school grounds before, during, or
after school hours or at any other time when the school
is being used by a school group;
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indecent visual depiction of oneself or another person through the
use of a computer, electronic communication device, or cellular
phone. Unless otherwise banned under this policy or by the
Building Principal, all electronic devices must be kept off and in
the students locker during school hours during the regular school
day unless: (a) the supervising teacher grants permission; (b) use
of the device is provided in a student’s IEP; or (c) it is needed in
an emergency that threatens the safety of students, staff, or other
individuals.
5.
Using or possessing a laser pointer unless under a staff
member’s direct supervision and in the context of instruction.
6.
Disobeying rules of student conduct or directives from staff
members or school officials. Examples of disobeying staff
directives include refusing a District staff member’s request to
stop, present school identification, or submit to a search.
7.
8.
Engaging in academic dishonesty, including cheating,
intentionally plagiarizing, wrongfully giving or receiving help during
an academic examination, and wrongfully obtaining test copies or
scores.
Engaging in hazing or any kind of bullying or aggressive behavior
that does physical or psychological harm to a staff person or
another student, or urging other students to engage in such
conduct. Prohibited conduct specifically includes, without
limitation, any use of violence, intimidation, force, noise, coercion,
threats, stalking, harassment, sexual harassment, racial
harassment, public humiliation, theft or destruction of property,
retaliation, hazing, bullying, bullying using a school computer or a
school computer network, or other comparable conduct.
9.
Causing or attempting to cause damage to, or stealing or
attempting to steal, school property or another person’s personal
property.
10.
Being absent without a recognized excuse; State law and Board
policy on truancy control will be used with chronic and habitual
truants.
11.
Being involved with any public school fraternity, sorority, or secret
society, by:
•
Being a member;
•
Promising to join;
•
Pledging to become a member; or
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•
12.
Soliciting any other person to join, promise to join, or
be pledged to become a member.
Being involved in gangs or gang-related activities,
including displaying gang symbols or paraphernalia.
13.
Violating any criminal law, such as assault and battery,
arson, theft, gambling, and hazing.
14.
Engaging in any activity, on or off campus, that: (a)
poses a threat or danger to the safety of other students,
staff, or school property; (b) constitutes an interference
with school purposes or an educational function; or (c) is
disruptive to the school environment.
15.
Failing to comply with the mandatory dress code, but
only after repeated attempts to secure compliance, such
as conferences with parents/guardians, have been
unsuccessful.
For purposes of this policy, the term “possession” includes having
control, custody, or care, currently or in the past, of an object or
substance, including situations where the item is: (a) on the
student’s person; (b) contained in another item belonging to, or
under the control of, the student, such as in the student’s clothing,
backpack, or automobile; (c) in a school’s student locker, desk, or
other school property; or (d) at any location on school property or
at a school-sponsored event.
No disciplinary action shall be taken against any student that is
based totally or in part on the refusal of the student’s
parent/guardian to administer or consent to the administration of
psychotropic or psychostimulant medication to the student.
The grounds for disciplinary action, including those described
more thoroughly later in this policy, apply whenever the student’s
conduct is reasonably related to school or school activities,
including, but not limited to:
1. On, or within sight of, school grounds before, during, or
after school hours or at any other time when the school
is being used by a school group;
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2.
Off school grounds at a school-sponsored activity or event, or any
activity or event which bears a reasonable relationship to school;
3.
Traveling to or from school or a school activity, function, or event;
or
4.
Anywhere, if: (a) the conduct may reasonably be considered to be
a threat or an attempted intimidation of a staff member; (b) the
conduct may reasonably be considered to be an interference with
school purposes or an educational function; or (c) the student’s
presence at school may reasonably be considered to create an
interference with school purposes or an educational function.
Recess and Playground Policies
Elementary School Students
1. When entering or exiting the building for recess, students are to walk
quietly through the halls.
2. Students are required to play within the general playground area.
3. Personal contact games of any kind or tackle are not allowed.
4. No football or baseball playing is allowed. Do not bring softball or
baseball bats to use on the school playground.
5. Fighting of any kind is not allowed. This includes rough play and "play
fighting". Threatening other students with physical harm or fighting is
prohibited and has no place in District 98.
6. Keep off the fire escapes and trash containers.
7. You are not allowed to climb the fences or gates at any time.
8. Gum is not allowed on the playground or in school.
9. During the winter season, students are not allowed to play on the
mounds of snow, create long ice slides on the playground and sidewalk
areas, or to throw snowballs. Don’t touch the snow!
10. When the entrance bell rings, recess is over. All students are to line
up immediately. Once the recess period is over, there is to be no
bouncing, grabbing or kicking of the playground balls.
11. Returning from recess, students are to go to their lockers if necessary
and then go directly into their classrooms.
12. While in line, students are to be quiet and orderly.
13. Report playground problems to one of the supervisors on duty
immediately.
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14. When students arrive at school, they must stay in the fenced
area on the playground and not leave there for any reason.
15. Children may not ride bikes or skateboards or similar toys
to school.
16. During morning entrance and afternoon dismissal, students
are to line up at their classroom number. There is no
running on the playground during line-up time.
Indoor Recess Policy
Elementary School Students
Indoor recess will be held in cases of extreme weather. The
Principal or Assistant Principal will determine if extreme weather
conditions exist. When weather permits, children will participate
in outdoor recess. Requests for children to remain indoors for
recess cannot be honored.
Consequences for Misconduct
Student misconduct or disobedience may subject a student to a
continuum of various defined stages or steps, which include but
are not limited to:
1.
Disciplinary measures may include:
Disciplinary conference.
2.
Withholding of privileges.
3.
Seizure of contraband.
4.
Suspension from school and all school activities for up to
10 days, provided that appropriate procedures are
followed. A suspended student is prohibited from being
on school grounds.
5.
Suspension of bus riding privileges, provided that
appropriate procedures are followed.
6.
Expulsion from school and all school-sponsored activities
and events for a definite time period not to exceed 2
calendar years, provided that the appropriate procedures
are followed. An expelled student is prohibited from
being on school grounds.
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2.
Off school grounds at a school-sponsored activity or event, or any
activity or event which bears a reasonable relationship to school;
3.
Traveling to or from school or a school activity, function, or event;
or
4.
Anywhere, if: (a) the conduct may reasonably be considered to be
a threat or an attempted intimidation of a staff member; (b) the
conduct may reasonably be considered to be an interference with
school purposes or an educational function; or (c) the student’s
presence at school may reasonably be considered to create an
interference with school purposes or an educational function.
Recess and Playground Policies
Elementary School Students
1. When entering or exiting the building for recess, students are to walk
quietly through the halls.
2. Students are required to play within the general playground area.
3. Personal contact games of any kind or tackle are not allowed.
4. No football or baseball playing is allowed. Do not bring softball or
baseball bats to use on the school playground.
5. Fighting of any kind is not allowed. This includes rough play and "play
fighting". Threatening other students with physical harm or fighting is
prohibited and has no place in District 98.
6. Keep off the fire escapes and trash containers.
7. You are not allowed to climb the fences or gates at any time.
8. Gum is not allowed on the playground or in school.
9. During the winter season, students are not allowed to play on the
mounds of snow, create long ice slides on the playground and sidewalk
areas, or to throw snowballs. Don’t touch the snow!
10. When the entrance bell rings, recess is over. All students are to line
up immediately. Once the recess period is over, there is to be no
bouncing, grabbing or kicking of the playground balls.
11. Returning from recess, students are to go to their lockers if necessary
and then go directly into their classrooms.
12. While in line, students are to be quiet and orderly.
13. Report playground problems to one of the supervisors on duty
immediately.
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14. When students arrive at school, they must stay in the fenced
area on the playground and not leave there for any reason.
15. Children may not ride bikes or skateboards or similar toys
to school.
16. During morning entrance and afternoon dismissal, students
are to line up at their classroom number. There is no
running on the playground during line-up time.
Indoor Recess Policy
Elementary School Students
Indoor recess will be held in cases of extreme weather. The
Principal or Assistant Principal will determine if extreme weather
conditions exist. When weather permits, children will participate
in outdoor recess. Requests for children to remain indoors for
recess cannot be honored.
Consequences for Misconduct
Student misconduct or disobedience may subject a student to a
continuum of various defined stages or steps, which include but
are not limited to:
1.
Disciplinary measures may include:
Disciplinary conference.
2.
Withholding of privileges.
3.
Seizure of contraband.
4.
Suspension from school and all school activities for up to
10 days, provided that appropriate procedures are
followed. A suspended student is prohibited from being
on school grounds.
5.
Suspension of bus riding privileges, provided that
appropriate procedures are followed.
6.
Expulsion from school and all school-sponsored activities
and events for a definite time period not to exceed 2
calendar years, provided that the appropriate procedures
are followed. An expelled student is prohibited from
being on school grounds.
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7.
Notifying juvenile authorities or other law enforcement whenever
the conduct involves illegal drugs (controlled substances), “lookalikes,” alcohol, or weapons.
8.
Notifying parents/guardians.
9.
Removal from classroom.
10.
In-school suspension for a period not to exceed 5 school days.
The Building Principal or designee shall ensure that the student is
properly supervised.
11.
After-school study or Saturday study, provided the student’s
parent(s)/guardian(s) have been notified. If transportation
arrangements cannot be agreed upon, an alternative disciplinary
measure must be used. The student must be supervised by the
detaining teacher or the Building Principal or designee.
12.
Community service with local public and nonprofit agencies that
enhance community efforts to meet human, educational,
environmental, or public safety needs. The District will not
provide transportation. School administration shall use this option
only as an alternative to another disciplinary measure giving the
student and/or parent(s)/guardian(s) the choice.
A student who is subject to suspension or expulsion may be eligible for a
transfer to an alternative school program.
Corporal punishment is prohibited. Corporal punishment is defined as
slapping, paddling, or prolonged maintenance of students in physically
painful positions, or intentional infliction of bodily harm. Corporal
punishment does not include reasonable force as needed to maintain
safety for students, staff, or other persons, or for the purpose of selfdefense or defense of property.
Weapons
A student who is determined to have brought one of the following objects to
school, any school-sponsored activity or event, or any activity or event that
bears a reasonable relationship to school shall be expelled for a period of
at least one calendar year but not more than 2 calendar years:
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1.
A firearm, meaning any gun, rifle, shotgun, or weapon as
defined by Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States
Code (18 U.S.C. § 921), firearm as defined in Section 1.1
of the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
(430 ILCS 65/), or firearm as defined in Section 24-1 of
the Criminal Code of 1961 (720 ILCS 5/24-1).
2.
A knife, brass knuckles, or other knuckle weapon
regardless of its composition, a billy club, or any other
object if used or attempted to be used to cause bodily
harm, including “look alikes” of any firearm as defined
above.
The expulsion requirement under either paragraph 1 or 2 above
may be modified by the Superintendent, and the Superintendent’s
determination may be modified by the Board on a case-by-case
basis. The Superintendent or designee may grant an exception to
this policy, upon the prior request of an adult supervisor, for
students in theatre, cooking, martial arts, and similar programs,
whether or not school-sponsored, provided the item is not
equipped, nor intended, to do bodily harm.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND SEX EQUITY
Equal educational and extracurricular opportunities are available
to all students without regard to race, color, nationality, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, religious beliefs,
physical or mental disability, status as homeless, or actual or
potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy.
No student shall, based on sex or sexual orientation, be denied
equal access to programs, activities, services, or benefits or be
limited in the exercise of any right, privilege, advantage, or denied
equal access to educational and extracurricular programs and
activities.
Any student or parent/guardian with a sex equity or equal
opportunity concern should contact the Building Principal.
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7.
Notifying juvenile authorities or other law enforcement whenever
the conduct involves illegal drugs (controlled substances), “lookalikes,” alcohol, or weapons.
8.
Notifying parents/guardians.
9.
Removal from classroom.
10.
In-school suspension for a period not to exceed 5 school days.
The Building Principal or designee shall ensure that the student is
properly supervised.
11.
After-school study or Saturday study, provided the student’s
parent(s)/guardian(s) have been notified. If transportation
arrangements cannot be agreed upon, an alternative disciplinary
measure must be used. The student must be supervised by the
detaining teacher or the Building Principal or designee.
12.
Community service with local public and nonprofit agencies that
enhance community efforts to meet human, educational,
environmental, or public safety needs. The District will not
provide transportation. School administration shall use this option
only as an alternative to another disciplinary measure giving the
student and/or parent(s)/guardian(s) the choice.
A student who is subject to suspension or expulsion may be eligible for a
transfer to an alternative school program.
Corporal punishment is prohibited. Corporal punishment is defined as
slapping, paddling, or prolonged maintenance of students in physically
painful positions, or intentional infliction of bodily harm. Corporal
punishment does not include reasonable force as needed to maintain
safety for students, staff, or other persons, or for the purpose of selfdefense or defense of property.
Weapons
A student who is determined to have brought one of the following objects to
school, any school-sponsored activity or event, or any activity or event that
bears a reasonable relationship to school shall be expelled for a period of
at least one calendar year but not more than 2 calendar years:
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1.
A firearm, meaning any gun, rifle, shotgun, or weapon as
defined by Section 921 of Title 18 of the United States
Code (18 U.S.C. § 921), firearm as defined in Section 1.1
of the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act
(430 ILCS 65/), or firearm as defined in Section 24-1 of
the Criminal Code of 1961 (720 ILCS 5/24-1).
2.
A knife, brass knuckles, or other knuckle weapon
regardless of its composition, a billy club, or any other
object if used or attempted to be used to cause bodily
harm, including “look alikes” of any firearm as defined
above.
The expulsion requirement under either paragraph 1 or 2 above
may be modified by the Superintendent, and the Superintendent’s
determination may be modified by the Board on a case-by-case
basis. The Superintendent or designee may grant an exception to
this policy, upon the prior request of an adult supervisor, for
students in theatre, cooking, martial arts, and similar programs,
whether or not school-sponsored, provided the item is not
equipped, nor intended, to do bodily harm.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND SEX EQUITY
Equal educational and extracurricular opportunities are available
to all students without regard to race, color, nationality, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, religious beliefs,
physical or mental disability, status as homeless, or actual or
potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy.
No student shall, based on sex or sexual orientation, be denied
equal access to programs, activities, services, or benefits or be
limited in the exercise of any right, privilege, advantage, or denied
equal access to educational and extracurricular programs and
activities.
Any student or parent/guardian with a sex equity or equal
opportunity concern should contact the Building Principal.
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Student Rights and Responsibilities
School District 98 shall do everything within its power to protect the
privileges and rights of all students without regard to race, religion, sex,
creed, or national origin. These rights include:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
The right to free inquiry and expression
The right to due process
The right to freedom of association
The right to freedom of peaceful assembly and petition
The right to freedom from discrimination
The right to equal educational opportunity
The students also have responsibilities. These responsibilities include
regular school attendance, conscientious effort in classroom work, and
obedience to school rules and regulations. Students share with the
administration and faculty the responsibility of developing a climate in the
school that is conducive to wholesome learning and living.
Middle School Students
It is expected that students will be dressed neatly and have proper
hygiene reflecting pride in themselves and their school. It is the
responsibility of parents to ensure compliance with this dress
code.
A. Applicability. This dress code is mandatory and applies to all
grade 6-8 students enrolled at Lincoln Middle School.
B. Effective Date. The requirements of this dress code will start
the first full day of the 2008-2009 school year. A two-week
grace period for any newly enrolled student shall be granted.
C.
Mandatory Dress. All students shall comply with the following
dress standards:
•
Girls shall wear a plain/solid light blue collared shirt /
blouse. The shirt may be long sleeve or short sleeve.
The top may be button down or a polo shirt. No tshirts shall be allowed. Girls shall wear Khaki color
pants or skirts no shorter than 3 inches above the
knee. No denim or sweat pant type slacks shall be
allowed.
•
Boys shall wear a plain/solid light blue collared shirt.
The shirt may be long sleeve or short sleeve. The
top may be button down or a polo shirt. No t-shirts
will be allowed. Boys shall wear Khaki color pants.
No denim or sweat pant type slacks are allowed.
In the operation of the schools, it is hoped that the hallmark of the exercise
of authority will always be fairness. Every effort should be made to secure
understanding and acceptance of decisions that are made in good faith. At
times there may be legitimate differences of opinion between student and
staff member. The student should know that he/or his parents have a right
to a hearing and judgment by persons other that the one with whom the
disagreement lies. The school principal, if he or she is not directly
involved, shall be the first recourse. The Board will extend to students their
full rights as provided by law. It is the Board’s desire that the exercise of
authority necessary in a school setting be fair and that the student’s rights
be fully protected.
•
If an undershirt is worn beneath the blue shirt, the
undershirt must be white and it must be tucked into the
pants at all times.
•
Appropriate Dress/ Personal Hygiene
In its commitment to providing a positive learning environment for all
students, the Board of Education for Berwyn North District 98 has
determined that a consistent dress code is one component of creating
such a learning experience.
All shirts/blouses, without a straight edge, shall be
tucked in pants/skirts/shorts at all times. Shorts may be
worn the first two weeks or the last two weeks of
school but must be Khaki in color and cannot be any
shorter than 3 inches above the knee.
•
On cooler days, students may wear a light blue sweater
or sweatshirt over their light blue collared shirt. A long
sleeve light blue t-shirt may be worn under the student’s
polo shirt. However, hooded sweatshirts are not allowed.
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Student Rights and Responsibilities
School District 98 shall do everything within its power to protect the
privileges and rights of all students without regard to race, religion, sex,
creed, or national origin. These rights include:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
The right to free inquiry and expression
The right to due process
The right to freedom of association
The right to freedom of peaceful assembly and petition
The right to freedom from discrimination
The right to equal educational opportunity
The students also have responsibilities. These responsibilities include
regular school attendance, conscientious effort in classroom work, and
obedience to school rules and regulations. Students share with the
administration and faculty the responsibility of developing a climate in the
school that is conducive to wholesome learning and living.
Middle School Students
It is expected that students will be dressed neatly and have proper
hygiene reflecting pride in themselves and their school. It is the
responsibility of parents to ensure compliance with this dress
code.
A. Applicability. This dress code is mandatory and applies to all
grade 6-8 students enrolled at Lincoln Middle School.
B. Effective Date. The requirements of this dress code will start
the first full day of the 2008-2009 school year. A two-week
grace period for any newly enrolled student shall be granted.
C.
Mandatory Dress. All students shall comply with the following
dress standards:
•
Girls shall wear a plain/solid light blue collared shirt /
blouse. The shirt may be long sleeve or short sleeve.
The top may be button down or a polo shirt. No tshirts shall be allowed. Girls shall wear Khaki color
pants or skirts no shorter than 3 inches above the
knee. No denim or sweat pant type slacks shall be
allowed.
•
Boys shall wear a plain/solid light blue collared shirt.
The shirt may be long sleeve or short sleeve. The
top may be button down or a polo shirt. No t-shirts
will be allowed. Boys shall wear Khaki color pants.
No denim or sweat pant type slacks are allowed.
In the operation of the schools, it is hoped that the hallmark of the exercise
of authority will always be fairness. Every effort should be made to secure
understanding and acceptance of decisions that are made in good faith. At
times there may be legitimate differences of opinion between student and
staff member. The student should know that he/or his parents have a right
to a hearing and judgment by persons other that the one with whom the
disagreement lies. The school principal, if he or she is not directly
involved, shall be the first recourse. The Board will extend to students their
full rights as provided by law. It is the Board’s desire that the exercise of
authority necessary in a school setting be fair and that the student’s rights
be fully protected.
•
If an undershirt is worn beneath the blue shirt, the
undershirt must be white and it must be tucked into the
pants at all times.
•
Appropriate Dress/ Personal Hygiene
In its commitment to providing a positive learning environment for all
students, the Board of Education for Berwyn North District 98 has
determined that a consistent dress code is one component of creating
such a learning experience.
All shirts/blouses, without a straight edge, shall be
tucked in pants/skirts/shorts at all times. Shorts may be
worn the first two weeks or the last two weeks of
school but must be Khaki in color and cannot be any
shorter than 3 inches above the knee.
•
On cooler days, students may wear a light blue sweater
or sweatshirt over their light blue collared shirt. A long
sleeve light blue t-shirt may be worn under the student’s
polo shirt. However, hooded sweatshirts are not allowed.
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•
The uniform must fit properly. Oversized clothing, extremely
baggy clothing or improperly fitted clothing is not allowed. Pants
and shorts must be worn on the waist – “sagging” is
prohibited.
All Students
1. Buttons and belts should be used in accordance with clothes being
worn.
2. Halter tops, tops without straps and/or backs are inappropriate for
elementary age girls on the school campus. Mini skirts or clothes in this
general area should not be worn to school.
3. Clothing with gang related symbols, inappropriate pictures, cult
references, photos of rappers, wrestling references, liquor advertisements,
negative suggestive messages, drug-related messages and messages
disrespectful of the school environment are not allowed.
4. Shoes such as clogs, flip flops, platforms, sandals and/or open back
shoes are not allowed. They present a safety hazard since children have
difficulty when they walk up and down the stairs, or run in them.
Comfortable shoes that have low heels are preferable for school. Gym
shoes must be laced and tied in the customary manner.
5. Make up of any type is not allowed.
6. Student writing on clothes is not permitted.
7. Hats are not to be worn inside the school.
8. Jewelry of any type is not allowed. One wristwatch is allowed.
9. No temporary tattoos, glitter, hair dye, or body painting is acceptable.
10. Properly fitting pants are to be worn. Pants and shorts must be worn
on the waist. No sagging is allowed.
11. Unusual hair color, design cut in hair, or unusual hairstyles are not
permitted.
We ask your cooperation in making sure that your child maintains a clean,
neat and reasonable appearance.
The following dress guidelines will apply to “Dress-Down Days” or
“School Spirit” days. “Dress-Down” or “School Spirit Days” will be
determined by the building administrator.
•
Clothing shall not display alcoholic beverages, tobacco, illegal
behavior, sexual behavior or violent behavior. Additionally no
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•
lewd, vulgar, obscene or plainly offensive language or
symbols shall be worn.
•
Clothing shall not expose the chest or abdomen and
shall be sufficient to conceal undergarments at all times.
Clothing such as see-through or fishnet fabrics, tank
tops, spaghetti strap tops, low-cut tops, bare midriff tops,
and tight fitting tops, are not permitted.
•
Properly fitting clothing is to be worn.
Oversized
clothing, extremely baggy clothing or improperly fitted
clothing is not allowed. Pants and shorts must be worn
on the waist – “sagging” is prohibited.
•
No jewelry can be worn.
Penalties for Violations of School Dress Code: Students
will not be allowed to attend class until they comply with
the dress code.
D.
The following stores have been notified regarding the dress
code policy. North Riverside Mall
J.C. Penney
Sears
Kohl’s
Old Navy
K-Mart at the corner of Roosevelt and DesPlaines Street
in Forest Park
E.
If a parent or legal guardian believes that a dress standard
substantially interferes with their child’s religious beliefs or
otherwise causes an exceptional hardship, the parent or legal
guardian may request a waiver, for the current school year, in
writing to the Superintendent. A waiver request submitted for
financial hardship must be accompanied by the proof of
financial hardship in the form of recent check stubs and/or
W2 forms from the previous year. Applications for waiver
may be obtained in the Lincoln School office and must be
submitted no later than two weeks prior to the start of the
school year.
All decisions regarding waivers shall be
finalized within one week prior to the first full day of school.
Parents of any newly enrolled students will have 10 calendar
days to request a waiver.
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•
The uniform must fit properly. Oversized clothing, extremely
baggy clothing or improperly fitted clothing is not allowed. Pants
and shorts must be worn on the waist – “sagging” is
prohibited.
All Students
1. Buttons and belts should be used in accordance with clothes being
worn.
2. Halter tops, tops without straps and/or backs are inappropriate for
elementary age girls on the school campus. Mini skirts or clothes in this
general area should not be worn to school.
3. Clothing with gang related symbols, inappropriate pictures, cult
references, photos of rappers, wrestling references, liquor advertisements,
negative suggestive messages, drug-related messages and messages
disrespectful of the school environment are not allowed.
4. Shoes such as clogs, flip flops, platforms, sandals and/or open back
shoes are not allowed. They present a safety hazard since children have
difficulty when they walk up and down the stairs, or run in them.
Comfortable shoes that have low heels are preferable for school. Gym
shoes must be laced and tied in the customary manner.
5. Make up of any type is not allowed.
6. Student writing on clothes is not permitted.
7. Hats are not to be worn inside the school.
8. Jewelry of any type is not allowed. One wristwatch is allowed.
9. No temporary tattoos, glitter, hair dye, or body painting is acceptable.
10. Properly fitting pants are to be worn. Pants and shorts must be worn
on the waist. No sagging is allowed.
11. Unusual hair color, design cut in hair, or unusual hairstyles are not
permitted.
We ask your cooperation in making sure that your child maintains a clean,
neat and reasonable appearance.
The following dress guidelines will apply to “Dress-Down Days” or
“School Spirit” days. “Dress-Down” or “School Spirit Days” will be
determined by the building administrator.
•
Clothing shall not display alcoholic beverages, tobacco, illegal
behavior, sexual behavior or violent behavior. Additionally no
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•
lewd, vulgar, obscene or plainly offensive language or
symbols shall be worn.
•
Clothing shall not expose the chest or abdomen and
shall be sufficient to conceal undergarments at all times.
Clothing such as see-through or fishnet fabrics, tank
tops, spaghetti strap tops, low-cut tops, bare midriff tops,
and tight fitting tops, are not permitted.
•
Properly fitting clothing is to be worn.
Oversized
clothing, extremely baggy clothing or improperly fitted
clothing is not allowed. Pants and shorts must be worn
on the waist – “sagging” is prohibited.
•
No jewelry can be worn.
Penalties for Violations of School Dress Code: Students
will not be allowed to attend class until they comply with
the dress code.
D.
The following stores have been notified regarding the dress
code policy. North Riverside Mall
J.C. Penney
Sears
Kohl’s
Old Navy
K-Mart at the corner of Roosevelt and DesPlaines Street
in Forest Park
E.
If a parent or legal guardian believes that a dress standard
substantially interferes with their child’s religious beliefs or
otherwise causes an exceptional hardship, the parent or legal
guardian may request a waiver, for the current school year, in
writing to the Superintendent. A waiver request submitted for
financial hardship must be accompanied by the proof of
financial hardship in the form of recent check stubs and/or
W2 forms from the previous year. Applications for waiver
may be obtained in the Lincoln School office and must be
submitted no later than two weeks prior to the start of the
school year.
All decisions regarding waivers shall be
finalized within one week prior to the first full day of school.
Parents of any newly enrolled students will have 10 calendar
days to request a waiver.
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Uniform Dress Code Waiver Procedures / Guidelines
Waiver requests may be received from Lincoln Middle School office. The
waiver request must be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the start
of school to the building principal. Waivers may be submitted on the basis
of religious expression or financial hardship.
Following are the guidelines for reviewing waivers:
Financial Hardship:
•
The family must be eligible and have applied for free/reduced lunch.
•
Family must present proof of financial hardship i.e. W-2, tax return,
green card, check stub with year to date amount of pay.
•
Any extenuating circumstances must be explained and will be
considered.
•
Each family will be handled on a case by case basis.
Religious Expression:
•
A letter must be presented from the family’s clergy supporting the
reasoning for the waiver request.
Interagency Agreement Between Illinois Dept. of Public Aid and
Illinois State Board of Education
The Illinois Department of Public Aid (IDPA) and the Illinois State Board of
Education (ISBE) have hereby entered into an Agreement to facilitate the
payment of federal matching funds for Medicaid covered services provided
to the Medicaid eligible children with disabilities. Medicaid-eligible children
with disabilities under this Agreement are children entitled to receive
medical assistance for covered services under Title XIX of the Social
Security Act who also receive special education and related services
included in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) established
pursuant to Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDES) or early
intervention services included in the child’s Individualized Family Service
Plan (IFSP) adopted pursuant to Part H of such Act.
English Language Learners
The school offers opportunities for English Language Learners to develop
high levels of academic attainment in English and to meet the same
academic content and student academic achievement standards that all
children are expected to attain.
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Parents/guardians of English Language Learners will be: (1) given
an opportunity to provide input to the program, and (2) provided
notification
regarding their child’s placement in, and information about, the
District’s English Language Learners programs.
For questions related to this program or to express input in the
school’s English Language Learners program, contact the
Director of English Language Learner Services.
School and Addresses of District 98
SCHOOL
Prairie Oak
Karel Havlicek
Thomas Jefferson
Lincoln Middle
Administrative Office
ADDRESS
1427 Oak Park Avenue
6401 West 15th Street
7035 West 16th Street
6432 West 16th Street
6633 West 16th Street
TELEPHONE
795-2442
795-2451
795-2454
795-2475
484-6200
Kindergarten Entrance Requirements
For entrance in the kindergarten, children must attain the age of
st
five (5) by September 1 of the year they are entering.
School Safety/Traffic Regulations
Traffic problems arise since many drivers choose to park in "No
Parking" zones, double-park, and linger near the corners. This
large volume of traffic restricts our crossing guard's view of any
on-coming traffic and creates a safety hazard. Also, we have
several buses that transport children to other schools and they
need a place to park and pick up their students. We appreciate
your consideration and cooperation in this matter.
Common courtesy should be extended to our neighbors and to
each other as we provide safety for all of our students. For the
safety and well being of all concerned, please follow these
guidelines:
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Uniform Dress Code Waiver Procedures / Guidelines
Waiver requests may be received from Lincoln Middle School office. The
waiver request must be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the start
of school to the building principal. Waivers may be submitted on the basis
of religious expression or financial hardship.
Following are the guidelines for reviewing waivers:
Financial Hardship:
•
The family must be eligible and have applied for free/reduced lunch.
•
Family must present proof of financial hardship i.e. W-2, tax return,
green card, check stub with year to date amount of pay.
•
Any extenuating circumstances must be explained and will be
considered.
•
Each family will be handled on a case by case basis.
Religious Expression:
•
A letter must be presented from the family’s clergy supporting the
reasoning for the waiver request.
Interagency Agreement Between Illinois Dept. of Public Aid and
Illinois State Board of Education
The Illinois Department of Public Aid (IDPA) and the Illinois State Board of
Education (ISBE) have hereby entered into an Agreement to facilitate the
payment of federal matching funds for Medicaid covered services provided
to the Medicaid eligible children with disabilities. Medicaid-eligible children
with disabilities under this Agreement are children entitled to receive
medical assistance for covered services under Title XIX of the Social
Security Act who also receive special education and related services
included in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) established
pursuant to Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDES) or early
intervention services included in the child’s Individualized Family Service
Plan (IFSP) adopted pursuant to Part H of such Act.
English Language Learners
The school offers opportunities for English Language Learners to develop
high levels of academic attainment in English and to meet the same
academic content and student academic achievement standards that all
children are expected to attain.
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Parents/guardians of English Language Learners will be: (1) given
an opportunity to provide input to the program, and (2) provided
notification
regarding their child’s placement in, and information about, the
District’s English Language Learners programs.
For questions related to this program or to express input in the
school’s English Language Learners program, contact the
Director of English Language Learner Services.
School and Addresses of District 98
SCHOOL
Prairie Oak
Karel Havlicek
Thomas Jefferson
Lincoln Middle
Administrative Office
ADDRESS
1427 Oak Park Avenue
6401 West 15th Street
7035 West 16th Street
6432 West 16th Street
6633 West 16th Street
TELEPHONE
795-2442
795-2451
795-2454
795-2475
484-6200
Kindergarten Entrance Requirements
For entrance in the kindergarten, children must attain the age of
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five (5) by September 1 of the year they are entering.
School Safety/Traffic Regulations
Traffic problems arise since many drivers choose to park in "No
Parking" zones, double-park, and linger near the corners. This
large volume of traffic restricts our crossing guard's view of any
on-coming traffic and creates a safety hazard. Also, we have
several buses that transport children to other schools and they
need a place to park and pick up their students. We appreciate
your consideration and cooperation in this matter.
Common courtesy should be extended to our neighbors and to
each other as we provide safety for all of our students. For the
safety and well being of all concerned, please follow these
guidelines:
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1. Never permit a child to cross in the middle of the street.
2. Do not park in the alley and do not use the alley as a thoroughfare.
3. Do not park in front of the school in school drop-off zones.
4. Do not park in the bus zones or cul-de-sacs.
5. Be aware of all parking and traffic regulations governing the areas
surrounding the school.
Animals on School Properties
In order to assure student health and safety, animals are not allowed on
school property, except in the case of a service animal accompanying a
student or other individual with a documented disability. This rule may be
temporarily waived by the building principals in the case of an educational
opportunity for students, provided that (a) the animal is appropriately
housed, humanely cared for, and properly handled, and (b) students will
not be exposed to a dangerous animal or an unhealthy environment.
Parent Teacher Association / Parent Teacher Organization
Through the Parent Teacher Association / Parent Teacher Organization,
lines of communication are established which enable parents, teachers,
administrators and the Board of Education to achieve their common goal:
The best possible education for the children of the district. PLEASE JOIN
THE PTA / PTO!
School Parties
Social experiences are an integral part of the total school program. The
school provides numerous opportunities for participation in social activities.
School programs, such as assemblies, intramural programs and the work
of the Student Council offer possibilities for desirable types of social
activities. The planning of school parties is considered a part of classroom
activities, and this planning is made an educational experience. Teachers
and pupils arrange parties suited to the grade level and age of the children,
and they shall be held on school property.
In order that there may be a desirable degree of uniformity, the
kindergarten through fifth grades plan for no more than three parties
during the school year.
Birthday parties for individuals during school hours are not permitted.
While the schools recognize the popularity of and certain advantages of
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lunchtime parties, they do not provide any encouragement for
such parties.
The schools are aware that they do not have a right to dictate
what events take place off school grounds and outside of the
regular school hours. However, the schools do request parents to
cooperate in seeing that the passing of invitations to parties and
the movement of presents do not take place in or about the school
building.
Required Notices
A school staff member shall immediately notify the Building
Principal in the event that he or she: (1) observes any person in
possession of a weapon on or around school grounds; however,
such action may be delayed if immediate notice would endanger
students under his or her supervision, (2) observes or has reason
to suspect that any person on school grounds is or was involved
in a drug-related incident, or (3) observes a battery committed
against any staff member. Upon receiving such a report, the
Building Principal or designee shall immediately notify the local
law enforcement agency, State Police, and the student’s
parent(s)/guardian(s). “School grounds” includes modes of
transportation to school activities and any public way within 1000
feet of the school, as well as school property itself.
Efforts, including the use of early intervention and progressive
discipline, shall be made to deter students, while at school or a
school-related event, from engaging in aggressive behavior that
may reasonably produce physical or physiological harm to
someone else. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that
the parent(s)/guardian(s) of a student who engages in aggressive
behavior are notified of the incident. The failure to provide such
notification does not limit the Board’s authority to impose
discipline, including suspension or expulsion, for such behavior.
Delegation of Authority
Each teacher, and any other school personnel when students are
under his or her charge, is authorized to impose any disciplinary
measure, other than suspension, expulsion, corporal punishment
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1. Never permit a child to cross in the middle of the street.
2. Do not park in the alley and do not use the alley as a thoroughfare.
3. Do not park in front of the school in school drop-off zones.
4. Do not park in the bus zones or cul-de-sacs.
5. Be aware of all parking and traffic regulations governing the areas
surrounding the school.
Animals on School Properties
In order to assure student health and safety, animals are not allowed on
school property, except in the case of a service animal accompanying a
student or other individual with a documented disability. This rule may be
temporarily waived by the building principals in the case of an educational
opportunity for students, provided that (a) the animal is appropriately
housed, humanely cared for, and properly handled, and (b) students will
not be exposed to a dangerous animal or an unhealthy environment.
Parent Teacher Association / Parent Teacher Organization
Through the Parent Teacher Association / Parent Teacher Organization,
lines of communication are established which enable parents, teachers,
administrators and the Board of Education to achieve their common goal:
The best possible education for the children of the district. PLEASE JOIN
THE PTA / PTO!
School Parties
Social experiences are an integral part of the total school program. The
school provides numerous opportunities for participation in social activities.
School programs, such as assemblies, intramural programs and the work
of the Student Council offer possibilities for desirable types of social
activities. The planning of school parties is considered a part of classroom
activities, and this planning is made an educational experience. Teachers
and pupils arrange parties suited to the grade level and age of the children,
and they shall be held on school property.
In order that there may be a desirable degree of uniformity, the
kindergarten through fifth grades plan for no more than three parties
during the school year.
Birthday parties for individuals during school hours are not permitted.
While the schools recognize the popularity of and certain advantages of
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lunchtime parties, they do not provide any encouragement for
such parties.
The schools are aware that they do not have a right to dictate
what events take place off school grounds and outside of the
regular school hours. However, the schools do request parents to
cooperate in seeing that the passing of invitations to parties and
the movement of presents do not take place in or about the school
building.
Required Notices
A school staff member shall immediately notify the Building
Principal in the event that he or she: (1) observes any person in
possession of a weapon on or around school grounds; however,
such action may be delayed if immediate notice would endanger
students under his or her supervision, (2) observes or has reason
to suspect that any person on school grounds is or was involved
in a drug-related incident, or (3) observes a battery committed
against any staff member. Upon receiving such a report, the
Building Principal or designee shall immediately notify the local
law enforcement agency, State Police, and the student’s
parent(s)/guardian(s). “School grounds” includes modes of
transportation to school activities and any public way within 1000
feet of the school, as well as school property itself.
Efforts, including the use of early intervention and progressive
discipline, shall be made to deter students, while at school or a
school-related event, from engaging in aggressive behavior that
may reasonably produce physical or physiological harm to
someone else. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that
the parent(s)/guardian(s) of a student who engages in aggressive
behavior are notified of the incident. The failure to provide such
notification does not limit the Board’s authority to impose
discipline, including suspension or expulsion, for such behavior.
Delegation of Authority
Each teacher, and any other school personnel when students are
under his or her charge, is authorized to impose any disciplinary
measure, other than suspension, expulsion, corporal punishment
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or in-school suspension, which is appropriate and in accordance with the
policies and rules on student discipline. Teachers, other certificated
educational employees, and other persons providing a related service for
or with respect to a student, may use reasonable force as needed to
maintain safety for other students, school personnel, or other persons, or
for the purpose of self-defense or defense of property. Teachers may
remove students from a classroom for disruptive behavior.
The Superintendent, Building Principal, or Assistant Building Principal is
authorized to impose the same disciplinary measures as teachers and may
suspend students guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct from school
(including all school functions) and from riding the school bus, up to 10
consecutive school days, provided the appropriate procedures are
followed. The Board of Education may suspend a student from riding the
bus in excess of 10 days for safety reasons.
Student Handbook
The Superintendent, with input from the parent-teacher advisory
committee, shall prepare disciplinary rules implementing the District’s
disciplinary policies. These disciplinary rules shall be presented to the
Board for its review and approval.
A student handbook, including the District disciplinary policies and rules,
shall be distributed to the students’ parents/guardians within 15 days of the
beginning of the school year or a student’s enrollment.
Bus Regulations
Bus Conduct
All students must follow the District’s School Bus Safety Guidelines. The
Superintendent, or any designee as permitted in The School Code, is
authorized to suspend a student from riding the school bus for up to 10
consecutive school days for engaging in gross disobedience or
misconduct, including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Prohibited student conduct as defined in the Board policy, 7:190,
Student Discipline.
2. Willful injury or threat of injury to a bus driver, bus aide, or to
another rider.
3. Willful and/or repeated defacement of the bus.
4. Repeated use of profanity.
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5.
Repeated willful disobedience of a directive from a bus
driver or other supervisor.
6. Such other behavior as the Superintendent or designee
deems to threaten the safe operation of the bus and/or
its occupants.
If a student is suspended from riding the bus for gross
disobedience or misconduct on a bus, the School Board may
suspend the student from riding the school bus for a period in
excess of 10 days for safety reasons. The District’s regular
suspension procedures shall be used to suspend a student’s
privilege to ride a school bus.
Electronic Recordings on School Buses
Electronic visual and audio recordings may be used on school
buses to monitor conduct and to promote and maintain a safe
environment for students and employees when transportation is
provided for any school related activity. Notice of electronic
recordings shall be displayed on the exterior of the vehicle’s
entrance door and front interior bulkhead in compliance with State
law and the rules of the Illinois Department of Transportation,
Division of Traffic Safety.
Students are prohibited from tampering with electronic recording
devices. Students who violate this policy shall be disciplined in
accordance with the Board’s discipline policy and shall reimburse
the School District for any necessary repairs or replacement.
The content of the electronic recordings are student records and
are subject to District policy and procedure concerning school
student records; such recordings are exempt from the
Eavesdropping Act. Only those people with a legitimate
educational or administrative purpose may view and/or listen to
the electronic video and/or audio recordings. If the content of an
electronic recording becomes the subject of a student disciplinary
hearing, it will be treated like other evidence in the proceeding.
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or in-school suspension, which is appropriate and in accordance with the
policies and rules on student discipline. Teachers, other certificated
educational employees, and other persons providing a related service for
or with respect to a student, may use reasonable force as needed to
maintain safety for other students, school personnel, or other persons, or
for the purpose of self-defense or defense of property. Teachers may
remove students from a classroom for disruptive behavior.
The Superintendent, Building Principal, or Assistant Building Principal is
authorized to impose the same disciplinary measures as teachers and may
suspend students guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct from school
(including all school functions) and from riding the school bus, up to 10
consecutive school days, provided the appropriate procedures are
followed. The Board of Education may suspend a student from riding the
bus in excess of 10 days for safety reasons.
Student Handbook
The Superintendent, with input from the parent-teacher advisory
committee, shall prepare disciplinary rules implementing the District’s
disciplinary policies. These disciplinary rules shall be presented to the
Board for its review and approval.
A student handbook, including the District disciplinary policies and rules,
shall be distributed to the students’ parents/guardians within 15 days of the
beginning of the school year or a student’s enrollment.
Bus Regulations
Bus Conduct
All students must follow the District’s School Bus Safety Guidelines. The
Superintendent, or any designee as permitted in The School Code, is
authorized to suspend a student from riding the school bus for up to 10
consecutive school days for engaging in gross disobedience or
misconduct, including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Prohibited student conduct as defined in the Board policy, 7:190,
Student Discipline.
2. Willful injury or threat of injury to a bus driver, bus aide, or to
another rider.
3. Willful and/or repeated defacement of the bus.
4. Repeated use of profanity.
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5.
Repeated willful disobedience of a directive from a bus
driver or other supervisor.
6. Such other behavior as the Superintendent or designee
deems to threaten the safe operation of the bus and/or
its occupants.
If a student is suspended from riding the bus for gross
disobedience or misconduct on a bus, the School Board may
suspend the student from riding the school bus for a period in
excess of 10 days for safety reasons. The District’s regular
suspension procedures shall be used to suspend a student’s
privilege to ride a school bus.
Electronic Recordings on School Buses
Electronic visual and audio recordings may be used on school
buses to monitor conduct and to promote and maintain a safe
environment for students and employees when transportation is
provided for any school related activity. Notice of electronic
recordings shall be displayed on the exterior of the vehicle’s
entrance door and front interior bulkhead in compliance with State
law and the rules of the Illinois Department of Transportation,
Division of Traffic Safety.
Students are prohibited from tampering with electronic recording
devices. Students who violate this policy shall be disciplined in
accordance with the Board’s discipline policy and shall reimburse
the School District for any necessary repairs or replacement.
The content of the electronic recordings are student records and
are subject to District policy and procedure concerning school
student records; such recordings are exempt from the
Eavesdropping Act. Only those people with a legitimate
educational or administrative purpose may view and/or listen to
the electronic video and/or audio recordings. If the content of an
electronic recording becomes the subject of a student disciplinary
hearing, it will be treated like other evidence in the proceeding.
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Mandated Reporters
All school personnel, including teachers and administrators, are required
by law to immediately report any and all suspected cases of child abuse or
neglect to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
Special Education Services
School District 98 is a member of the Federation of Districts for Special
Education. Through membership in this association, our resident children
with special needs have available to them a wide range of classes and
auxiliary services:
1) Autism
8) Multiple Disabilities
2) Cognitive Disability
9) Orthopedic Impairment
3) Deaf/Blindness
10) Other Health Impairment
4) Deafness
11) Speech or Language Impairment
5) Developmental Delay
12) Traumatic Brain Injury
6) Emotional Disability
13) Visual Impairment including Blindness
7) Hearing Impairment
More specific, identifying characteristics, eligibility criteria and range of
treatments are available upon request for each of the above services by
contacting the Director of Special Education at 484-6200 ext. 106.
Education of Children with Disabilities
It is the intent of the district to ensure that students who are disabled within
the definition of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or the
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act are identified, evaluated and
provided with appropriate educational services.
The School provides a free appropriate public education in the least
restrictive environment and necessary related services to all children with
disabilities enrolled in the school. The term “children with disabilities”
means children between ages 3 and the day before their 22nd birthday for
whom it is determined that special education services are needed. It is the
intent of the school to ensure that students with disabilities are identified,
evaluated, and provided with appropriate educational services.
Request to Access Classroom or Personnel for
Special Education Evaluation or Observation
The parent/guardian of a student receiving special education
services, or being evaluated for eligibility, is afforded reasonable
access to educational facilities, personnel, classrooms, and
buildings. This same right of access is afforded to an independent
educational evaluator or a qualified professional retained by or on
behalf of a parent or child.
For further information, please contact the school principal.
Misconduct by Students with Disabilities
Behavioral Interventions
Behavioral interventions shall be used with students with
disabilities to promote and strengthen desirable behaviors and
reduce identified inappropriate behaviors.
The District will
establish and maintain a committee to develop, implement, and
monitor procedures on the use of behavioral interventions for
children with disabilities. The committee shall review the State
Board of Education's guidelines on the use of behavioral
interventions and use them as a non-binding reference. The
Superintendent may designate at least one staff member as a
behavioral intervention consultant who shall oversee the
implementation of this policy.
This policy and the behavioral intervention procedures shall be
furnished to the parents/guardians of all students with individual
education plans within 15 days after their adoption or amendment
by, or presentation to, the Board or at the time an individual
education plan is first implemented for a student; all students shall
be informed annually of the existence of this policy and the
procedures. At the annual individualized education plan review, a
copy of this policy shall be given to the parents/guardians. The
policy and procedures shall be explained. A copy of the
procedures shall be available, upon request of the
parents/guardians.
A copy of the publication “Explanation of Procedural Safeguards Available
to Parents of Students with Disabilities” may be obtained from the school
district office.
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Mandated Reporters
All school personnel, including teachers and administrators, are required
by law to immediately report any and all suspected cases of child abuse or
neglect to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.
Special Education Services
School District 98 is a member of the Federation of Districts for Special
Education. Through membership in this association, our resident children
with special needs have available to them a wide range of classes and
auxiliary services:
1) Autism
8) Multiple Disabilities
2) Cognitive Disability
9) Orthopedic Impairment
3) Deaf/Blindness
10) Other Health Impairment
4) Deafness
11) Speech or Language Impairment
5) Developmental Delay
12) Traumatic Brain Injury
6) Emotional Disability
13) Visual Impairment including Blindness
7) Hearing Impairment
More specific, identifying characteristics, eligibility criteria and range of
treatments are available upon request for each of the above services by
contacting the Director of Special Education at 484-6200 ext. 106.
Education of Children with Disabilities
It is the intent of the district to ensure that students who are disabled within
the definition of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or the
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act are identified, evaluated and
provided with appropriate educational services.
The School provides a free appropriate public education in the least
restrictive environment and necessary related services to all children with
disabilities enrolled in the school. The term “children with disabilities”
means children between ages 3 and the day before their 22nd birthday for
whom it is determined that special education services are needed. It is the
intent of the school to ensure that students with disabilities are identified,
evaluated, and provided with appropriate educational services.
Request to Access Classroom or Personnel for
Special Education Evaluation or Observation
The parent/guardian of a student receiving special education
services, or being evaluated for eligibility, is afforded reasonable
access to educational facilities, personnel, classrooms, and
buildings. This same right of access is afforded to an independent
educational evaluator or a qualified professional retained by or on
behalf of a parent or child.
For further information, please contact the school principal.
Misconduct by Students with Disabilities
Behavioral Interventions
Behavioral interventions shall be used with students with
disabilities to promote and strengthen desirable behaviors and
reduce identified inappropriate behaviors.
The District will
establish and maintain a committee to develop, implement, and
monitor procedures on the use of behavioral interventions for
children with disabilities. The committee shall review the State
Board of Education's guidelines on the use of behavioral
interventions and use them as a non-binding reference. The
Superintendent may designate at least one staff member as a
behavioral intervention consultant who shall oversee the
implementation of this policy.
This policy and the behavioral intervention procedures shall be
furnished to the parents/guardians of all students with individual
education plans within 15 days after their adoption or amendment
by, or presentation to, the Board or at the time an individual
education plan is first implemented for a student; all students shall
be informed annually of the existence of this policy and the
procedures. At the annual individualized education plan review, a
copy of this policy shall be given to the parents/guardians. The
policy and procedures shall be explained. A copy of the
procedures shall be available, upon request of the
parents/guardians.
A copy of the publication “Explanation of Procedural Safeguards Available
to Parents of Students with Disabilities” may be obtained from the school
district office.
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Discipline of Special Education Students
The District shall comply with the provisions of the Individuals With
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) when disciplining students. No special
education student shall be expelled if the student’s particular act of gross
disobedience or misconduct is a manifestation of his or her disability. Any
special education student whose gross disobedience or misconduct is not
a manifestation of his or her disability may be expelled pursuant to the
expulsion procedures, except that such disabled student shall continue to
receive educational services as provided in the IDEA during such period of
expulsion.
A special education student may be suspended for periods of no more than
10 consecutive school days each in response to separate incidents of
misconduct, regardless of whether the student’s gross disobedience or
misconduct is a manifestation of his or her disabling condition, as long as
the repeated removals do not constitute a pattern that amounts to a
change in placement (considering factors such as the length of each
removal, the total amount of time the student is removed, and the proximity
of the removals to one another) and provided that such student receives
educational services to the extent required by the IDEA during such
removals.
Any special education student may be temporarily excluded from school by
court order or by order of a duly appointed State of Illinois hearing officer
changing the student’s placement to an appropriate interim alternative
educational setting for up to 45 days, if the District demonstrates that
maintaining the student in his or her current placement is substantially
likely to result in injury to the student or others.
A special education student who has carried a weapon to school or to a
school function or who knowingly possesses or uses illegal drugs or sells
or solicits the sale of a controlled substance while at school or a school
function may be removed from his or her current placement.
Such a student shall be placed in an appropriate interim alternative
educational setting for no more than 45 days in accordance with the IDEA.
The length of time a student with a disability is placed in an alternative
educational setting must be the same amount of time that a student without
a disability would be subject to discipline.
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Statement to Parents
Parents please be advised that your school district is an enrolled
“Provider” with the Illinois Department of Public Aid/Medicaid.
This allows the school district to receive Federal Medicaid funds
for services which are billable. The use of Medicaid benefits for
children at school does not affect future benefits or any benefits
currently being received by your child. You can request that this
information not be released by contacting the Special Education
Office at (708)484-6200. (23 Ill.Adm. 375.80)
Behavioral Interventions for Students with Disabilities
Section 1.
Purpose
It is the purpose of this policy to establish the process for North
Berwyn Public School District #98 to comply with PA 87-110:
amended by SB 141 which is now PA 99-191 on the use of
behavioral interventions for students with disabilities.
Behavior interventions should be used by teachers and
administrators to promote and strengthen desirable adaptive
student behaviors and reduce identified inappropriate behaviors.
A fundamental principle is that positive, nonaversive interventions
designed to develop and strengthen desirable student behaviors
should be used whenever possible.
While positive approaches alone will not always succeed in
managing extremely inappropriate behavior, the use of more
restrictive behavior interventions should be considered to be
temporary and approached with utmost caution.
Section 2.
Development of Procedures
The Director of Pupil Personnel, acting in concert with Board
Policy, with the advice and consent of the District Superintendent
and the Board of
Education is authorized to develop procedures using the Illinois
State Board of Education guidelines as a reference on the use of
behavioral interventions for students with disabilities receiving
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Discipline of Special Education Students
The District shall comply with the provisions of the Individuals With
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) when disciplining students. No special
education student shall be expelled if the student’s particular act of gross
disobedience or misconduct is a manifestation of his or her disability. Any
special education student whose gross disobedience or misconduct is not
a manifestation of his or her disability may be expelled pursuant to the
expulsion procedures, except that such disabled student shall continue to
receive educational services as provided in the IDEA during such period of
expulsion.
A special education student may be suspended for periods of no more than
10 consecutive school days each in response to separate incidents of
misconduct, regardless of whether the student’s gross disobedience or
misconduct is a manifestation of his or her disabling condition, as long as
the repeated removals do not constitute a pattern that amounts to a
change in placement (considering factors such as the length of each
removal, the total amount of time the student is removed, and the proximity
of the removals to one another) and provided that such student receives
educational services to the extent required by the IDEA during such
removals.
Any special education student may be temporarily excluded from school by
court order or by order of a duly appointed State of Illinois hearing officer
changing the student’s placement to an appropriate interim alternative
educational setting for up to 45 days, if the District demonstrates that
maintaining the student in his or her current placement is substantially
likely to result in injury to the student or others.
A special education student who has carried a weapon to school or to a
school function or who knowingly possesses or uses illegal drugs or sells
or solicits the sale of a controlled substance while at school or a school
function may be removed from his or her current placement.
Such a student shall be placed in an appropriate interim alternative
educational setting for no more than 45 days in accordance with the IDEA.
The length of time a student with a disability is placed in an alternative
educational setting must be the same amount of time that a student without
a disability would be subject to discipline.
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Statement to Parents
Parents please be advised that your school district is an enrolled
“Provider” with the Illinois Department of Public Aid/Medicaid.
This allows the school district to receive Federal Medicaid funds
for services which are billable. The use of Medicaid benefits for
children at school does not affect future benefits or any benefits
currently being received by your child. You can request that this
information not be released by contacting the Special Education
Office at (708)484-6200. (23 Ill.Adm. 375.80)
Behavioral Interventions for Students with Disabilities
Section 1.
Purpose
It is the purpose of this policy to establish the process for North
Berwyn Public School District #98 to comply with PA 87-110:
amended by SB 141 which is now PA 99-191 on the use of
behavioral interventions for students with disabilities.
Behavior interventions should be used by teachers and
administrators to promote and strengthen desirable adaptive
student behaviors and reduce identified inappropriate behaviors.
A fundamental principle is that positive, nonaversive interventions
designed to develop and strengthen desirable student behaviors
should be used whenever possible.
While positive approaches alone will not always succeed in
managing extremely inappropriate behavior, the use of more
restrictive behavior interventions should be considered to be
temporary and approached with utmost caution.
Section 2.
Development of Procedures
The Director of Pupil Personnel, acting in concert with Board
Policy, with the advice and consent of the District Superintendent
and the Board of
Education is authorized to develop procedures using the Illinois
State Board of Education guidelines as a reference on the use of
behavioral interventions for students with disabilities receiving
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special education and related services. The procedures will
promote the use of positive behavioral interventions and include, but not
limited to, the following components:
A. Designation of behavioral interventions by level of
restrictiveness.
B. Identification of behavioral intervention consultant.
C. Procedures for the development of behavioral management
plans for students with disabilities having
significant behavioral and/or emotional needs and for such
students requiring restrictive interventions.
D. Procedures for the documentation of emergency use of
restrictive interventions.
E. Provisions for parent involvement.
F. Provisions for staff training and professional development.
Section 3.
Advisory Committee
As required by Public Act 99-191, District #98 shall establish and maintain
an advisory committee. The committee shall be involved in the annual
review and suggested revisions of policies and procedures
for pupil discipline, including the discipline of students with disabilities with
the advice and consent of the Director of Pupil Personnel, District
Superintendent and the Board of Education.
The procedures will be provided to parents or guardian within 15 days after
January 1, 1996 and 15 days after the beginning of each subsequent
school year. In addition, students will be informed of the procedures
annually at an IEP conference.
References:
The Illinois School Code. Chapter 122, Section 14-805
Behavioral Interventions for Students with Disabilities as amended
by Public Act 87-1103 and Public Act 89-191.
The Illinois School Code. Chapter 122, Section 10-20.14,
Parent-Teacher Advisory Committee as amended by Public
Act 84-125.
The Illinois School Code. Chapter 122, Section 24-25,
Pubic Act 88-345.
Illinois State Board of Education, Behavioral Intervention in
Schools: Guidelines for the Development of District
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Policies for Students with Disabilities, June 1994,
Memorandum #94-25.
Copies of District #98’s Behavioral Interventions for Students with
Disabilities Policy may be obtained through the principal’s office at
each District #98 school.
Copies of the Illinois State Board of Education Behavioral
Guidelines may be obtained through the Illinois State Board of
Education at 100 North First Street, Springfield, IL, 52777-0001.
Title I School-Home Compact
The school, the parents/guardians of the students participating in
activities, services, and programs funded by Title I Part A of the
Elementary and Secondary Act (ESEA), and the participating
students agree that this compact outlines how parents/guardians,
the entire school staff, and the students will share the
responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the
means by which the school, parents/guardians, and students will
build and develop a partnership that will help children achieve the
State’s high standards.
This school-home compact is in effect during the 2010 – 2011
school year.
School Responsibilities
The school will build and develop a partnership with
parents/guardians to help their children achieve the State’s high
academic standards in the following ways:
Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and
effective learning environment that enables the participating
children to meet the Stat’s student academic achievement
standards as follows:
-By providing data driven instruction using screening, diagnostic,
progress monitoring and outcome assessments.
-By utilizing research-based best practices in the five components
of reading including phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary,
comprehension, and fluency.
-By providing small group instruction within and outside of the
regular classroom.
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special education and related services. The procedures will
promote the use of positive behavioral interventions and include, but not
limited to, the following components:
A. Designation of behavioral interventions by level of
restrictiveness.
B. Identification of behavioral intervention consultant.
C. Procedures for the development of behavioral management
plans for students with disabilities having
significant behavioral and/or emotional needs and for such
students requiring restrictive interventions.
D. Procedures for the documentation of emergency use of
restrictive interventions.
E. Provisions for parent involvement.
F. Provisions for staff training and professional development.
Section 3.
Advisory Committee
As required by Public Act 99-191, District #98 shall establish and maintain
an advisory committee. The committee shall be involved in the annual
review and suggested revisions of policies and procedures
for pupil discipline, including the discipline of students with disabilities with
the advice and consent of the Director of Pupil Personnel, District
Superintendent and the Board of Education.
The procedures will be provided to parents or guardian within 15 days after
January 1, 1996 and 15 days after the beginning of each subsequent
school year. In addition, students will be informed of the procedures
annually at an IEP conference.
References:
The Illinois School Code. Chapter 122, Section 14-805
Behavioral Interventions for Students with Disabilities as amended
by Public Act 87-1103 and Public Act 89-191.
The Illinois School Code. Chapter 122, Section 10-20.14,
Parent-Teacher Advisory Committee as amended by Public
Act 84-125.
The Illinois School Code. Chapter 122, Section 24-25,
Pubic Act 88-345.
Illinois State Board of Education, Behavioral Intervention in
Schools: Guidelines for the Development of District
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Policies for Students with Disabilities, June 1994,
Memorandum #94-25.
Copies of District #98’s Behavioral Interventions for Students with
Disabilities Policy may be obtained through the principal’s office at
each District #98 school.
Copies of the Illinois State Board of Education Behavioral
Guidelines may be obtained through the Illinois State Board of
Education at 100 North First Street, Springfield, IL, 52777-0001.
Title I School-Home Compact
The school, the parents/guardians of the students participating in
activities, services, and programs funded by Title I Part A of the
Elementary and Secondary Act (ESEA), and the participating
students agree that this compact outlines how parents/guardians,
the entire school staff, and the students will share the
responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the
means by which the school, parents/guardians, and students will
build and develop a partnership that will help children achieve the
State’s high standards.
This school-home compact is in effect during the 2010 – 2011
school year.
School Responsibilities
The school will build and develop a partnership with
parents/guardians to help their children achieve the State’s high
academic standards in the following ways:
Provide high-quality curriculum and instruction in a supportive and
effective learning environment that enables the participating
children to meet the Stat’s student academic achievement
standards as follows:
-By providing data driven instruction using screening, diagnostic,
progress monitoring and outcome assessments.
-By utilizing research-based best practices in the five components
of reading including phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary,
comprehension, and fluency.
-By providing small group instruction within and outside of the
regular classroom.
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-Hold parent/guardian-teacher conferences at least annually, during which
this compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual child’s
achievement. This discussion may include a review of the forms of
academic assessment used to identify the student as being at risk and to
measure future progress, a description of the curriculum, and an
explanation of the benchmarks the student is expected to meet.
Specifically, those conferences will be held:
1. after screening and diagnostic testing is completed.
2. upon the request of either the teacher or the parent/guardian
during the remainder of the year.
Provide parents/guardians with frequent reports on their child’s progress.
Specifically, the school will provide reports as follows:
-The classroom teacher will issue report cards four times a year.
-Title I will provide a written conference report to parents/guardians that
lists the student’s strengths and weaknesses along with an action plan for
the teacher and the parent/guardian.
Provide parents/guardians reasonable access to staff.
Specifically, staff will be available for consultation with parents/guardians
as follows:
-Through notes, phone calls, and e-mails.
-In pre-arranged meetings in the school building at a mutually agreeable
time.
Provide parent/guardians opportunities to volunteer and participate in their
child’s class and to observe classroom activities, as follows:
-Through invitations to PTA functions, family literacy event, informational
workshops, guest reader programs, classroom programs, field trips, and/or
book fairs.
Parent/Guardians Responsibilities
We, as parents/guardians, will support our children’s learning in the
following ways:
-Discuss with my child my expectation for him/her to be a strong,
independent reader and read with or listen to my child read for 30 minutes.
-Limit my child’s TV viewing and/or playing of video games.
-Insure that my child gets a good night’s rest, eats breakfast, and attends
school regularly arriving on time.
-Provide necessary supplies for school including eyeglasses.
-Provide a quiet, well-lit place for my child to study and check to see that
daily homework is completed.
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-Communicate frequently with the teacher about my child’s
progress by attending parent/guardian-teacher conferences, by
responding to notices, and by participating in decisions relating to
my child’s education.
-Serve on parent/guardian advisory groups and attend family
literacy events to the extent possible.
Student Responsibilities
We, as students, will be responsible for our learning in the
following ways:
-Come to school prepared to learn with required materials, pay
attention to the teacher, and ask questions when help is needed.
-Try my best and finish assignments on time.
-Respect other students/adults by cooperating with them and by
following rules.
-Talk with my parents/guardians about my homework/learning and
promptly take notes between home/school.
-Read with or to my family 30 minutes daily.
MOST IMPORTANT, WE PROMISE TO HELP EACH OTHER
CARRY OUT THIS AGREEMENT.
PARENTS RIGHT-TO-KNOW
Title I Program
In accordance with ESEA Section 1111(h)(6) PARENTS RIGHTTO-KNOW, the Berwyn North School District 98 is notifying every
parent of a student in a Title I school that you have the right and
may request information regarding the professional qualifications
of your child’s classroom teacher. This information regarding the
professional qualifications of your child’s classroom teachers
including, at a minimum, the following:
-Whether the teacher has met State qualification and licensing
criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher
provides instruction.
-Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other
provisional status through which State qualification or licensing
criteria have been waived.
-The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other
graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field
of discipline of the certification or degree.
-Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and,
if so, their qualifications.
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-Hold parent/guardian-teacher conferences at least annually, during which
this compact will be discussed as it relates to the individual child’s
achievement. This discussion may include a review of the forms of
academic assessment used to identify the student as being at risk and to
measure future progress, a description of the curriculum, and an
explanation of the benchmarks the student is expected to meet.
Specifically, those conferences will be held:
1. after screening and diagnostic testing is completed.
2. upon the request of either the teacher or the parent/guardian
during the remainder of the year.
Provide parents/guardians with frequent reports on their child’s progress.
Specifically, the school will provide reports as follows:
-The classroom teacher will issue report cards four times a year.
-Title I will provide a written conference report to parents/guardians that
lists the student’s strengths and weaknesses along with an action plan for
the teacher and the parent/guardian.
Provide parents/guardians reasonable access to staff.
Specifically, staff will be available for consultation with parents/guardians
as follows:
-Through notes, phone calls, and e-mails.
-In pre-arranged meetings in the school building at a mutually agreeable
time.
Provide parent/guardians opportunities to volunteer and participate in their
child’s class and to observe classroom activities, as follows:
-Through invitations to PTA functions, family literacy event, informational
workshops, guest reader programs, classroom programs, field trips, and/or
book fairs.
Parent/Guardians Responsibilities
We, as parents/guardians, will support our children’s learning in the
following ways:
-Discuss with my child my expectation for him/her to be a strong,
independent reader and read with or listen to my child read for 30 minutes.
-Limit my child’s TV viewing and/or playing of video games.
-Insure that my child gets a good night’s rest, eats breakfast, and attends
school regularly arriving on time.
-Provide necessary supplies for school including eyeglasses.
-Provide a quiet, well-lit place for my child to study and check to see that
daily homework is completed.
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-Communicate frequently with the teacher about my child’s
progress by attending parent/guardian-teacher conferences, by
responding to notices, and by participating in decisions relating to
my child’s education.
-Serve on parent/guardian advisory groups and attend family
literacy events to the extent possible.
Student Responsibilities
We, as students, will be responsible for our learning in the
following ways:
-Come to school prepared to learn with required materials, pay
attention to the teacher, and ask questions when help is needed.
-Try my best and finish assignments on time.
-Respect other students/adults by cooperating with them and by
following rules.
-Talk with my parents/guardians about my homework/learning and
promptly take notes between home/school.
-Read with or to my family 30 minutes daily.
MOST IMPORTANT, WE PROMISE TO HELP EACH OTHER
CARRY OUT THIS AGREEMENT.
PARENTS RIGHT-TO-KNOW
Title I Program
In accordance with ESEA Section 1111(h)(6) PARENTS RIGHTTO-KNOW, the Berwyn North School District 98 is notifying every
parent of a student in a Title I school that you have the right and
may request information regarding the professional qualifications
of your child’s classroom teacher. This information regarding the
professional qualifications of your child’s classroom teachers
including, at a minimum, the following:
-Whether the teacher has met State qualification and licensing
criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher
provides instruction.
-Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other
provisional status through which State qualification or licensing
criteria have been waived.
-The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other
graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field
of discipline of the certification or degree.
-Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and,
if so, their qualifications.
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If at any time your child has been taught for 4 or more consecutive weeks
by a teacher not highly qualified, the school will notify you.
o
School officials with legitimate educational
interest;
If you have questions, please feel free to contact the district superintendent
Mr. John Belmont, at the following phone number: 708-484-6200 x104.
o
Other schools to which a student is transferring;
o
Specified officials for audit or evaluation
purposes;
o
Appropriate parties in connection with financial
aid to a student;
o
Organizations conducting certain studies for or
on behalf of the school;
o
Accrediting organizations;
o
To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued
subpoena;
o
Appropriate officials in cases of health and
safety emergencies; and
o
State and local authorities, within a juvenile
justice system, pursuant to specific State law.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Family Policy Compliance Office (FPCO) Home
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. §
1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of
student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds
under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's
education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she
reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level.
Students to whom the rights have transferred are "eligible students."
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Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and
review the student's education records maintained by the
school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records
unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for
parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools
may charge a fee for copies.
•
•
Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a
school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or
misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record,
the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal
hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to
amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right
to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her
view about the contested information.
Generally, schools must have written permission from the
parent or eligible student in order to release any information
from a student's education record. However, FERPA allows
schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the
following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR §
99.31):
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Schools may disclose, without consent, "directory" information
such as a student's name, address, telephone number, date and
place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance.
However, schools must tell parents and eligible students about
directory information and allow parents and eligible students a
reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose
directory information about them. Schools must notify parents and
eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA. The actual
means of notification (special letter, inclusion in a PTA bulletin,
student handbook, or newspaper article) is left to the discretion of
each school.
For additional information, you may call 1-800-USA-LEARN (1800-872-5327) (voice). Individuals who use TDD may call 1-800437-0833.
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If at any time your child has been taught for 4 or more consecutive weeks
by a teacher not highly qualified, the school will notify you.
o
School officials with legitimate educational
interest;
If you have questions, please feel free to contact the district superintendent
Mr. John Belmont, at the following phone number: 708-484-6200 x104.
o
Other schools to which a student is transferring;
o
Specified officials for audit or evaluation
purposes;
o
Appropriate parties in connection with financial
aid to a student;
o
Organizations conducting certain studies for or
on behalf of the school;
o
Accrediting organizations;
o
To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued
subpoena;
o
Appropriate officials in cases of health and
safety emergencies; and
o
State and local authorities, within a juvenile
justice system, pursuant to specific State law.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Family Policy Compliance Office (FPCO) Home
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. §
1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of
student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds
under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's
education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she
reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level.
Students to whom the rights have transferred are "eligible students."
•
Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and
review the student's education records maintained by the
school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records
unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for
parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools
may charge a fee for copies.
•
•
Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a
school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or
misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record,
the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal
hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to
amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right
to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her
view about the contested information.
Generally, schools must have written permission from the
parent or eligible student in order to release any information
from a student's education record. However, FERPA allows
schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the
following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR §
99.31):
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Schools may disclose, without consent, "directory" information
such as a student's name, address, telephone number, date and
place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance.
However, schools must tell parents and eligible students about
directory information and allow parents and eligible students a
reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose
directory information about them. Schools must notify parents and
eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA. The actual
means of notification (special letter, inclusion in a PTA bulletin,
student handbook, or newspaper article) is left to the discretion of
each school.
For additional information, you may call 1-800-USA-LEARN (1800-872-5327) (voice). Individuals who use TDD may call 1-800437-0833.
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Or you may contact the following address:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-8520
Parents or students who believe their rights under PPRA may
have been violated may file a complaint with ED by writing the
Family Policy Compliance Office. Complaints must contain
specific allegations of fact giving reasonable cause to believe that
a violation of PPRA occurred.
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)
The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232h; 34
CFR Part 98) applies to programs that receive funding from the U.S.
Department of Education (ED). PPRA is intended to protect the rights of
parents and students in two ways:
For additional information or technical assistance, you may call
(202) 260-3887 (voice). Individuals who use TDD may call the
Federal Information Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339. Or you may
contact the following address:
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It seeks to ensure that schools and contractors make
instructional materials available for inspection by parents if
those materials will be used in connection with an ED-funded
survey, analysis, or evaluation in which their children
participate; and
•
It seeks to ensure that schools and contractors obtain written
parental consent before minor students are required to
participate in any ED-funded survey, analysis, or evaluation
that reveals information concerning:
1.
Political affiliations;
2.
Mental and psychological problems potentially
embarrassing to the student and his/her family;
3.
Sex behavior and attitudes;
4.
Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating and demeaning
behavior;
5.
Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom
respondents have close family relationships;
6.
Legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships,
such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers; or
7.
Income (other than that required by law to determine
eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving
financial assistance under such program).
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Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-5920
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Or you may contact the following address:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-8520
Parents or students who believe their rights under PPRA may
have been violated may file a complaint with ED by writing the
Family Policy Compliance Office. Complaints must contain
specific allegations of fact giving reasonable cause to believe that
a violation of PPRA occurred.
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)
The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232h; 34
CFR Part 98) applies to programs that receive funding from the U.S.
Department of Education (ED). PPRA is intended to protect the rights of
parents and students in two ways:
For additional information or technical assistance, you may call
(202) 260-3887 (voice). Individuals who use TDD may call the
Federal Information Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339. Or you may
contact the following address:
•
It seeks to ensure that schools and contractors make
instructional materials available for inspection by parents if
those materials will be used in connection with an ED-funded
survey, analysis, or evaluation in which their children
participate; and
•
It seeks to ensure that schools and contractors obtain written
parental consent before minor students are required to
participate in any ED-funded survey, analysis, or evaluation
that reveals information concerning:
1.
Political affiliations;
2.
Mental and psychological problems potentially
embarrassing to the student and his/her family;
3.
Sex behavior and attitudes;
4.
Illegal, anti-social, self-incriminating and demeaning
behavior;
5.
Critical appraisals of other individuals with whom
respondents have close family relationships;
6.
Legally recognized privileged or analogous relationships,
such as those of lawyers, physicians, and ministers; or
7.
Income (other than that required by law to determine
eligibility for participation in a program or for receiving
financial assistance under such program).
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Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-5920
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Berwyn North School District 98
Rules and Regulations
Sign-off Sheet
Please complete the form below and return it to your child’s homeroom
teacher.
We, the parents of
__________________________________________, have received the
Berwyn North School District 98 Rules and Regulations and reviewed them
with our child.
Parent’s signature:
__________________________________________
Child’s Homeroom Teacher:
__________________________________
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