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An Instrumentality Charter School through the
Milwaukee Public School District
Growing Our Natural Ability with an Eco-Friendly Education
Family School Manual
2013–14
Hawley Environmental
5610 W. Wisconsin Ave
Phone number 414-256-8500,
Fax number 414-256-8515
and email address: http://www5.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/school/hawley/
Cynthia M. Dismuke
Assistant Principal In-Charge
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Administrative Council:
Mark Delaney, Special Education Teacher & Recreation Director
JoAnn Lens, 4th Grade Teacher
Lesley Zylstra, 5th Grade Teacher
Jo Ellen Haberlie, Early Childhood Teacher
This manual is periodically updated. You will find the most recent version on the
Hawley Environmental website at http://www5.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/school/hawley/
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
From the Assistant Principal In-charge & Administrative Council
Schools Mission, Vision and Goals
Staff Roster and Contact Information
School Calendars/Events
School Daily Schedule
Student Entry Procedures
Student Dismissal Procedures
Before- and After-School Services and Programs
Parking
Student Attendance/Tardiness
SECTION 2: PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
MPS Family–School Partnership Pledge
The School–Family Compact
Open House
Parent–Teacher Conferences
Parent Volunteers
School Governance Council
Title I: District Advisory Council
Parent Assistant Program
Parent Resource Centers
Office of Family Services
Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities and Discipline
Tips for Parents
SECTION 3: CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
Wisconsin DPI Report Card for the School
School Improvement Plan
Top Grade Completion
High School Graduation Requirements
Standards-Based Report Cards/Progress Reports
School Homework Policy
Textbooks/Instructional Materials and Equipment
SECTION 4: MAINTAINING A SAFE SCHOOL ENVIROMENT
School Discipline Rules/PBIS
Lunch Behavior Expectations
Playground Behavior Expectations and Procedures (K–8)
Bus Pass Distribution Procedures (high school)
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SECTION 5: EXPECTATIONS
Student Dress Code
Inappropriate Items
Equipment from Home
Cell Phones/Communication Devices
Telephone Calls for Students
Student IDs
Communication with Families/Family Newsletter
Parent/Guardian Concerns, Visiting Your Child’s Classroom
SECTION 6: SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Emergency Contact Cards
Breakfast Procedures
Lunch Application/Cold Lunch/Lunch Procedures
Field Trips
Fundraisers
School Bookstore
School Supplies
Emergency Drills
SECTION 7: EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Extra-Curricular Activities Offered
SECTION 8: MPS Nondiscrimination Policy
SECTION 9: ATTACHMENT
Acknowledgement for the School–Family Compact and Acknowledgement for the Family School Manual
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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
From the Assistant Principal In-Charge & Administrative Council
Dear Parents,
On behalf of the staff at Hawley School, we are happy to welcome you to the 2013-14 school year!
We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure our children can achieve
their highest potential. We recognize that in order to be successful in school, our children need
support from both the home and school. We know a strong partnership with you will make a great
difference in your child’s education. As partners, we share the responsibility for our children’s
success and want you to know that we will do our very best to carry out our responsibilities. We
ask that you guide and support your child’s learning by ensuring that he/she:
1) Attends school daily and arrives on time, ready for the day’s learning experience
2) Completes all homework assignments given by teachers
3) Reads daily to develop a love for reading and to improve literacy skills
4) Shares school experiences with you so that you are aware of his/her school life
5) Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject
6) Knows that you expect him/her to succeed in school and go on to college
You make such a difference in our ability to succeed at Hawley Environmental School. We
appreciate all the volunteer hours and support you all give each and every year.
Thank you for your support, and let’s have a great school year!
Mission Statement
The District educates all students for success in higher education, careers, and responsible citizenship
so that the District is the first choice for families
Vision
Hawley Environmental Charter School will instill in students an understanding and appreciation of
environmental education to promote future sustainability by learning and applying the four concept of
our environmental education program - preservation, conservation, stewardship and beautification.
Values
Teach with integrity
Empower stakeholders
Instill global stewardship
Active community members
Foster responsible citizens
Innovative and vigorous practices
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School Daily Schedule
School
Office:
Breakfast:
School starts:
Dismissal:
Camp Hawley
Before-/after-school
services/ program:
Hours
7: 45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
8:45a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
3:30 p.m.
7:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.
3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Our school’s procedures are, first and foremost, to ensure the safety and well being of your child(ren). We
need your cooperation, assistance and support to ensure students’ safety especially during arrival and
dismissal.
Student Entry Procedures
Students are to line up on their designated classroom line which is identified by the room number.
Students are to wait to be escorted into the building by their classroom teacher. Studnets are to
enter the building silently as they are escorted to their classes.
Student Dismissal Procedures
It is extremely important for the safety of our students that the school know how your child is getting home
each day if different than the normal mode of transportation.
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Send a written, signed and dated note to let the classroom teacher and office know how your child will be
getting home that day (if different from the regular routine).
If an emergency arises regarding transportation of your child, contact the office no later than 3:00 p.m.
Persons who will be picking up your child must be listed on the Emergency Card and be will be asked to
show ID.
Please do not park in the school bus loading areas. These areas are all along Wisconsin Ave and along
Wells St. on the sides next to the school building/sidewalk areas. Please park across the street and walk
over to get your child. Cars parked or waiting in these areas will be asked to move and could be ticketed
by police.
The school day ends at 3:30 pm. If students are not picked up on time, we will make every effort to
call the persons listed on the emergency contact card. If no one can be reached, the Department of
Social Services will be contacted.
Please notify the school, in writing, of any restrictions for pick up of your child(ren) from school.
We recommend Camp Hawley, our before and after school daycare program, for families that cannot
drop off or pick up their child at our start and end times..
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Before- and After-School Services/Programs
Camp Hawley is our school’s before and after daycare program that is in session each day that school is
in session. Students must be registered to attend. Parents interested in enrolling their child in Camp Hawley
should come to the school to register their child. A onetime registration fee of $5.00 per child is charged
each school year. *Costs are subject to change. Cash or cashier’s checks are the only acceptable methods
of payments, no personal checks. Please make payments to Camp Hawley, not the office or classroom teachers.
Payments must be made in advance of the days/weeks that the child care is needed.
Child Care/Camp:
Through the Office of Recreation our school offers before- and after-school child care camp. The program
offers homework help, arts and crafts, sports, games and more. The after-school activities provide
students with a safe place to play and the opportunity to develop creatively, expand knowledge and build
strong bodies. A fee is charged for the childcare services. Students must be registered by a
parent/guardian in order to participate. Please contact Mr. Delaney at 414-256-8500 for more information.
New Camp Hawley Payment Procedures:
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Students are now charged to the minute rather than for a full hour. Instead of being charged
for a block of time we are now breaking it down to about $0.08 a minute. This is beneficial to
parents/guardians because you will be charged the actual time your student is in the program
and not for a larger block of time.
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For example:
 Old payment was $4.00 an hour. If a student arrived at 7:30 and the school day
started at 8:45 the account would be charged $8.00 for the times 7:00-8:00 &
8:00-9:00.
 The new payment is $5.00 an hour with prorating to the minute. If a child
arrives at 7:30 and the school day starts at 8:45 the account will be charged
$6.25 for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The following are examples of the new payment procedure to help determine daily and weekly
camp costs:
Possible AM session costs
Possible PM session costs
7:00-8:45 = $8.75
7:15-8:45 = $7.50
7:30-8:45 = $6.25
7:45-8:45 = $5.00
8:00-8:45 = $3.75
8:15-8:45 = $2.50
8:30-8:45 = $1.25
3:30-3:45 = $1.25
3:30- 4:00 = $2.50
3:30-4:15 = $3.75
3:30-4:30 = $5.00
3:30-4:45 = $6.25
3:30-5:00 = $7.50
3:30-5:15 = $8.75
3:30-5:30 = $10.00
3:30-5:45 = $11.25
3:30-6:00 = $12.50
**So if student A arrives at 8:05 in the morning they will be charged for 40 minutes (8:058:45) and billed $3.33.**
In order for a student to attend Camp Hawley they need to have both the Health form and
Registration form turned in and signed!!!
If you have any further questions or concerns please contact Mr.Delaney at 256-8500 or via
email at [email protected]
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2013-2014 Camp Hawley: Before and After School Child Care Program
Phone: (414) 256-8585
Registration:
Registration can be done at any time during the school year and in the
spring for the following fall.
Annual Registration Fee:
There is a $5.00 per child annual registration fee
collected before your child can start in the program.
***This is the Hawley activity fee that was noted in the parent packets!
Weekly/Daily Fees:
Fees are pre-paid and carry over for time not used. Camp Hawley is
prorated.
All students must be signed in and out…NO ACCEPTIONS!
Rates for the 2013-2014 school year (per child).
Time
Hours of Operation 7:00am-8:45am
Daily Rate
Weekly Rate
$5.00 per hour per child or approximately $0.08 per minute.
& 3:30pm – 6:00pm
A.M.1
8:00-8:45
$3.75
$18.75
A.M.2
7:00-8:45
$8.75
$43.75
P.M.1
3:30- 4:00
$2.50
$12.50
P.M.2
3:30-5:00
$7.50
$37.50
P.M.3
3:30-6:00
$12.50
$62.50
There is a $15.00 late fee applied (per child) at the beginning of every 15 minutes after
6:00pm.
W2 information:
Activities:
Children who are signed in starting at 3:50 p.m. will be charged accordingly.
To become authorized for W-2, parents/guardians must
go to their nearest W-2 region office to apply. Parents
seeking camp services must be authorized before their
student can start in the program. Being eligible does not
equal being authorized.
Site #: 083
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Academic support/homework times
Reading group for K4-K5
Tutoring with certified teachers
Organized arts and crafts
Gym/outdoor activities (Mad Science)
Computer (Games and Academic Enrichment
Resource)
Provider #: 2000563892
Snacks:
Camp Hawley Goal:
Healthy snack will be provided after school. Please make
sure staff is aware of dietary and allergy concerns.
Provide Hawley Environmental students with a fun, safe,
and academically enriching before and after school setting.
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Transportation: Transportation is not provided. Parents/guardians are responsible for getting their child(ren) to and
from Camp Hawley.
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Parking
Parking guidelines:
 To ensure the safety of all students please avoid double parking, which causes heavy traffic
congestion and is unsafe for your child to run between vehicles.
 The school is not responsible if a parking ticket is issued to a parent.
 We need to respect the rights of neighbors and not park in front of their driveways.
 The school parking lot is restricted and not open to the public.
When parking we ask that you park on the south side of Wisconsin Ave and on the north side of Wells
Street when bringing and picking up your children. The buses and daycare vans are pulling in and out on
during morning entry and dismissal and this will assist with traffic congestion. We ask that you please
escort your children across the street to ensure their safety.
Student Attendance/Tardiness
Reference: Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities and Discipline
Attendance is the most important factor that impacts student academic growth. Students are expected to
be in school each day and on time for opening learning activities and instruction. Students arriving late
must report to the office for a tardy slip.
When a student is absent, parents must call the school attendance line at (414) 256-8500 and send a
written excuse within two days of the absence. Excessive absences and tardiness will result in an
immediate referral to the school social worker and eventually a referral to the District Attorney, which
could result in a court hearing and fine.
SECTION 2: PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
MPS Family–School Partnership Pledge
MPS will share with families the responsibility of providing supports that promote successful student
academic and social outcomes.
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The School–Family Compact
Parent Responsibilities and Expectations
It is our intent to help parents build a strong community of empowered parents who are proactively involved
in their child’s learning community.
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We are encouraging parents take an active role in school activities by agreeing to volunteer before,
during or after school.
Parents sign and abide by the Student/Teacher/Parent Compact.
Communicate with the classroom teacher by attending conference nights, family nights and responding
to written communication or phone calls.
When visiting the school, sign in with the office and obtain a visitor’s pass.
Promote prompt and regular school attendance.
Provide your child with a quiet, calm space for doing homework.
Discuss and reinforce with your child, the lessons learned for the day.
Help your child stay organized so that your child achieves a sense of responsibility.
Periodically go through your child’s backpack and folders to check for stray papers and help keep it
organized and up to date.
Make sure your child has all the grade level school supplies for the year. The supply list can be found
on the MPS portal at www.milwaukee.k12.wi.us.
Open House
Open House is held twice a year; dates and times will be announced.
Parent–Teacher Conferences
It is important that all parents/guardians attend parent–teacher conferences. Parental involvement impacts
and increases student achievement. Our school welcomes all parents to participate in parent-teacher
conferences. These will be held in the fall and in the spring. Dates, times, and information will be
announced.
Parent Volunteers
Our school encourages parents interested in doing volunteer work to apply. Volunteers are defined as
persons who provide services on a regular and ongoing basis or more than five hours a week. It does not
apply to those parents and/or other adults who are one-time volunteers for field trips or other one-timeonly activities in schools and/or departments. All volunteer applicants must complete an application, pass
a criminal background check (for those 18 years of age or older) and interview with the school
administrator or MPS volunteer coordinator. Applications are available at the main office and at the
district website here: MPS portal > Popular Links > Volunteering in MPS.
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School Governance Council
The purpose of the School Governance Council is to provide a forum for parents, teachers, community
members, students, and principals to work together in providing continued analysis and improvement of
public school policies, curriculum, and School Improvement Plan. The council's decision-making
authority is advisory with respect to all duties, powers and responsibilities, with the sole exception of the
council's authority and responsibility to submit a signature page with its school's annual budget and the
school's annual School Improvement Plan. Council participation is on a voluntary basis via a schoolbased election process. The council is not intended to replace a parent organization.
1. Chair: TBA
2. Michele Bavuso (EC/Special Educ. Teacher)
3. John Richards (parent)
4. Cynthia Dismuke ( Principal/liaison)
5. Jennifer Pagel (parent)
6. Cora Lee- Palmer ( Community)
7. Tricia Roeh (3rd grade teacher)
8. Barbara Grundl ( 2nd grade teacher)
9. Julian Jasper (parent)
10. Andrew Bainbridge ( parent)
Title I: District Advisory Council
In accordance with the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (Section 1118) and the Wisconsin
Department of Public Instruction Title I Parental Involvement Guidelines, Milwaukee Public Schools
established the District Advisory Council (DAC) as a means to ensure the opportunity for parents of all
students to share their ideas on the needs of children, assist in the planning and operation of Title I
programs for children, and participate in evaluating the success of Title I efforts. Our school is required to
have two parent delegates. If you are interested in representing our school in this area please contact the
school administrator or visit the Parent link on the MPS home page for more information.
Parent Assistant Program
Parent Assistant is a 24-hour-accessible computer program that allows parents/guardians to:
 View information about their child(ren)
 View attendance information
 View bus pick-up and drop-off information
 View courses, grades, possible assignments (may be limited at some schools)
Parents will need to apply for security access to this information, and then they will be able to view the
information using a computer with internet access. Parents/guardians can contact our school or the closest
Parent Resource Center for technology training and additional information.
District Parent Resource Centers
The District Parent Resource Centers provide MPS parents/guardians with important information and
resources to help their children achieve in school. Experts at each center provide training and workshops
for parents and help them enroll their children, update their information in the MPS system, answer
questions and coordinate parent groups. Locations:
North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., Room 158; (414) 267-5181
South Division High School, 1515 W. Lapham Blvd., Room 162; (414) 902-8414
Washington High School, 2525 N. Sherman Blvd., Room 285; (414) 875-6124
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Office of Family Services
Central Services, 5225 W. Vliet St., Room 133; (414) 475-8467
Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities and Discipline
The Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities and Discipline will be sent home with students
at the beginning of each school year. Handbooks are also available at each school, at Central Services and
online at Portal > Popular Links > Rights, Responsibilities
Tips for Parents
 Make sure that your child is in school every day and on time; school starts at 8:40 a.m.
Call the school when your child is absent at 414-256-8500
 Make sure that your child gets the proper amount of sleep every night.
 If your child brings a cold lunch, make sure that it is nutritional.
 Check your child’s book bag every day.
 Read with or have your child read every day.
 Assist your child with homework/practice.
 Encourage your child to keep a writing journal.
 Attend fall and spring Parent–Teacher Conferences.
 Contact the teacher with academic concerns or recognized growth you see.
 Provide your child with comments of encouragement regularly.
 Ensure your child is dressed appropriately.
 Help in your child’s classroom when you are able.
 Attend field trips when your schedule allows it.
 Be a part of the School Governance Council and/or parent organization.
SECTION 3: CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Report Card for the School
See Attachment
School Improvement Plan (SIP)
Your school’s SIP can be found online here: MPS portal > Popular Links > SIP/SSA. This is a working
document that is updated throughout the year.
Top Grade Completion
It is a privilege to participate in the 5th grade camp trip and 5th grade completion ceremony. The student’s
behavior, including Rethinking Room incidents, in-house suspensions, suspensions, as well as attitude
throughout the school year will be reviewed. These guidelines may be used to exclude a student from
the camp trip and/or completion ceremony. Mrs.Zylstra, Mr.McEvilly, Mr.Delaney, and Mrs.Dismuke will
review student information to determine if a student is eligible to attend the camping trip and/or
participate in the completion ceremony.
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Standards-Based Report Cards/Progress Reports
To ensure that parents/guardians are kept informed of their children’s progress in school,
Elementary and K8 parents at Hawley Elementary will receive three standards-based report cards and
three interim progress reports. This report card is different from what you may be accustomed to. Students
do not receive a letter grade for each subject, but will be provided with marks that indicate levels of
proficiency. Traditional middle and high school report cards will be distributed to parents/guardians at the
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end of each mark period, based on each school’s course schedule.
MPS continues to implement new, more rigorous standards for what every child should know and be able
to do in each subject area and grade level. The MPS Comprehensive Literacy Plan and Comprehensive
Math/Science Plan are aligned to the Common Core State Standards.
The Standards-Based Report Card:
 Provides accurate and meaningful information about a student’s strengths, challenges and
performance.
 Clarifies and reinforces consistent high expectations for students and schools.
 Helps teachers, students and families focus on standards throughout the year.
 Provides specific feedback on progress to the standards.
 Allows students, families and teachers to work together to set meaningful goals for improvement.
 Provides information about a student’s work habits, behaviors and efforts.
Achieving these college- and career-ready standards requires continuous monitoring of progress and
additional support targeted to those who need it.
School Homework Policy
Homework is an important part of the learning process that should be viewed as an opportunity for
students to practice new skills and reinforce classroom lessons. Most homework is considered practice,
which will not be graded. Instead, students will receive feedback that allows them to improve their skills
before being graded. Some extended homework or projects may receive a grade or proficiency level
feedback.
Homework is an important part of the learning process that should be viewed as an opportunity for
students to practice new skills and reinforce classroom lessons. Most homework is a formative assessment
which should not be graded, but rather should receive feedback and provide information for the teacher as
subsequent lessons are planned. Some extended projects may be more summative in nature and will
receive a grade or proficiency level feedback.
Our instructional methods and strategies are to align with the Common Core Standards Homework will
be viewed as an opportunity for students to practice previously taught concepts at home. Students must
be given at least 4 opportunities to practice a concept prior to being assessed. With this in mind, we will
not add a numerical number to homework assignments. In order to ensure fidelity in the area of
homework we will do the following:
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Encourage students to complete the “practice assignment” at home
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Keep track of opportunities given to students to practice in grade book as a completed
assignment for the standard taught. (Ex. 2/4 MP.4: two of four practice assignments
completed)
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Homework is NOT meant to be torture! Structure homework so that students have
meaningful and purposeful assignments of concepts taught.
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Homework may consist of any of the following: worksheet, textbook problems, writing
assignment, problem-solving activity, collection of articles/non-fiction text, reading material, a
question, one or more math problems, picture, poem, science study, collection of data, etc.
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Textbooks/Instructional Materials and Equipment
All students will be provided with the necessary textbooks/instructional materials by the school.
Textbooks/instructional materials must be returned undamaged at the end of the school year or at the time
of withdrawal.
SECTION 4: MAINTAINING A SAFE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT
Our school is committed to providing a safe and effective learning environment. The safety of all
students, teachers and staff at our school is of utmost importance. It is the expectation that all district and
school rules and policies be followed and adhered to.
The MPS Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities and Discipline is mailed to the home of
each MPS family at the start of each school year. This handbook provides families with detailed
information regarding the MPS discipline policy.
School Discipline Rules/Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS)
All students have the right to feel safe and the obligation to respect each other and all adults in and
outside the school building. All students are expected to be at their best behavior in order to create a safe
learning environment conducive to learning. Improving student academic and behavior outcomes is about
ensuring all students have access to the most effective and accurately implemented instructional and
behavioral practices and interventions possible. School-wide positive behavioral intervention and
supports (PBIS) provides an operational framework for achieving these outcomes. More importantly,
PBIS is NOT a curriculum, intervention, or practice, but IS a decision making framework that guides
selection, integration, and implementation of the best scientifically-based academic and behavioral
practices and interventions for improving student academic and behavior outcomes for all students
Lunch Behavior Expectations
To maintain an atmosphere that is conducive to eating, students will:
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Wait quietly in the lunch line.
Walk through the lunchroom in a safe and orderly fashion.
Remain seated until dismissed by an adult.
Talk using a quiet voice.
Keep food in the appropriate place, all food stays in the lunchroom.
Throwing food will not be tolerated.
6. Do not share food due to possible student allergies and special diets.
7. Show environmental stewardship during lunch by eating your food,
cleaning up after yourself, separating waste as needed and recycling.
Playground Behavior Expectations and Procedures
We want all students to enjoy a safe and positive recess time.
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Safe play! No play fighting, rough play, etc.
No throwing snowballs or ice balls.
Remain on playground at all times.
Only a staff member can retrieve equipment from the street or parking lot.
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Inclement Weather
The principal or his/her designee will check weather conditions to determine appropriateness of early
school entry or indoor recess. If inclement weather requires students to be indoors, it will be announced.
If there is inclement weather during the recess periods, students will stay in their rooms. Teachers are
responsible for activities for their class during indoor recess. Staff assigned to outdoor recess during the
lunch period will take indoor posts during inclement weather. During inclement weather, all classes will
be taken back to the classroom for games, movies, or structured activities.
A.M. Procedures
During inclement weather days during the A.M entry students will enter the building at 8:40 am. and go
directly to their classes.
SECTION 5: EXPECTATIONS
Our school is committed to providing a safe and effective learning environment. All students in the school
must follow the Code of School/Classroom Conduct and implement the following expectations:
Student Dress Code
It is the intent to permit students to dress according to current fashions and at the same time restrict
extremes and indecency which distract from the main purpose of the educational program. Due to the
relationship between one’s appearance and behavior, students must be dressed in reasonable and modest
attire that will not cause distraction. Any attire which disrupts the educational process is prohibited. The
student dress code applies at school, on school vehicles, and to participants at school-sponsored or
authorized activities. Students who are dressed inappropriately will be asked to change and may be
counted absent from any classes they miss.
The principal's discretion will judge questionable attire. Violations may result in disciplinary action. The
principal may make exceptions for spirit days or special activities. Pre-approval is required.
The following is a general guide regarding proper dress.
1. Mini-skirts, short-shorts (e.g. athletic/”Soffee” shorts), low riders, bicycle or boxer shorts should
not be worn. Skirts, dresses, and shorts’ hemlines should be no shorter than one hand width above
the top of the knee.
2. Halter tops, off-the-shoulder tops, bare midriffs, tank tops, backless garments, mesh shirts,
muscle shirts, or outer garments that have the appearance of underwear or sleepwear are
prohibited. Clothing that is too tight or loose (including “sagging”) is not to be worn. The
student’s torso, chest, or undergarments should not show at any time, including while sitting,
bending, or leaning. S Necklines should be modest and appropriate.
3. Offensive writing, suggestive slogans or logos which pertain to beer, liquor, drugs, or tobacco, or
carry connotations of immorality, vulgarity, obscenity, or nudity, or promotion of violence and/or
gang/cult activity on any person or article of clothing, belt buckles, jewelry, school materials, etc.
will not be allowed. Student must wear shoes.
4. Cleats, house shoes, roller shoes, or shoes that limit physical activity or safety should not be
worn. On physical education days, students should wear pants/shorts and proper gym shoes.
High heels, clogs or hard sole shoes are not allowed in the gym.
5. Headgear may not be worn in or around the schools buildings. Examples include, but are not
limited to: caps, hats, bandannas, and sunglasses. Hoods on sweatshirts or sweaters may not be
worn over the head inside any buildings at any time.
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6. Any known gang/cult related attire or personal grooming is prohibited. Examples include, but are
not limited to: headgear, colors, “sagging”, etc. Students may not wear colors, clothing, or
identified articles denoting gang/cult membership.
7. Biker or animal chains/collars/spikes may not be worn. Jewelry or personal items or manner of
dress which could cause harm to self or others may not be worn.
8. Outer winter clothing should not be worn in the classroom.
Exceptions to this policy are at the discretion of the building principal as there may be clothing or
accessories not specifically addressed herein that are so disruptive to the educational process that the
principal may need to take immediate corrective action.
Inappropriate Items
All toys, games, electronic games, cards, large amounts of money, expensive jewelry and jackets should
not be brought to school. The school is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Equipment from Home
All equipment needed for recess and physical education is furnished by the school district. Balls, jump
ropes or other play equipment should not be brought to school and is not the responsibility of the school.
Cell Phones/Communication Devices
While on premises controlled by Milwaukee Public Schools, students are not allowed to activate, use or
display electronic communication devices, such as cell phones and pagers, for a purpose other than an
approved educational purpose. Violation of this rule will result in discipline according to district policy. If
devices are activated, used or displayed in violation of this policy, they will be confiscated. If a student
activates, uses, or displays a communication device to endanger the physical safety or mental well being
of others, the student will be recommended for expulsion. In the event that communication devices are
brought to school, the school and school district will not be financially responsible for lost or stolen items.
Telephone Calls for Students
It is the goal of our school to offer all students an environment of uninterrupted learning so that they can
achieve academically. In order to protect learning, the school requests that if a parent/guardian needs to
communicate with his/her child during the school day, they leave a message at the school office, which
will convey the message to the student. If there is a home emergency please ask to speak to an
administrator.
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School Communication with Families/Family Newsletter
Our school believes it is important to keep parents informed of school news, services, activities and
events. The school will send regular correspondence to families. Families should also subscribe to the
quarterly district e-Newsletter for families here: MPS portal > Resources > Sign up for MPS eNewsletters
When parents/guardians wish to contact their child’s teacher, please call the main office at 414-256-8500
to leave a voice message. The teacher will return the call.
Parent/Guardian Concerns and Visiting Your Child’s Classroom
Our school believes in assisting parents/guardians in resolving any concern they may have. A parent may
come to the school office and make a verbal or a written complaint.
Parents/guardians are encouraged to visit the school as often as they can. For the safety and welfare
of all students, all parents/guardians and visitors must:
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Please do not park along Wisconsin or Wells where school busses need to load children. For
the safety of the children park across the street.
Please use the front door entrance before, during and after the school day
Report to the office, show identification and sign in
Wear/display the visitor pass while in the school
The office will contact your child’ classroom and then escort you there
Upon leaving, please return the visitor pass and sign out in the school office
We ask that parents/guardians who are coming to pick up their child at the end of the school
day wait for their child outside and sign them out from the designated area.
SECTION 6: SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Emergency Contact Cards
For the safety and well-being of all students, parents are required to fill out a new Home Emergency
Contact Card at the beginning of the school year. Please keep your information current. The main purpose
of the Emergency Contact Card is to help the school locate parents/guardians in the event of an illness or
emergency involving your child(ren). Only adults authorized by the parent/guardian on the Emergency
Contact Card are allowed to remove a child from the school premises, receive information about the child
or communicate with the child or the child’s teacher.
Breakfast Procedures
Hawley Environmental is a participant in the Universal Breakfast Program which enables us to have our
students eat breakfast at no additional charge. Breakfast is served in the classroom and is served from
8:45-9:00. If a student arrives after 9:00 a.m. they will not be able to eat breakfast.
Lunch Application/Cold Lunch/Lunch Procedures
Parents/guardians can obtain a lunch application from the school office, local libraries or central services.
The application needs to be submitted to the school office. Parents/guardians can complete and submit the
application online at www.SNS.milwaukee.k12.wi.us. Enter the student’s name exactly as it appears on
school records. Parents/guardians may complete only one online application per household, per school
year. If an online application is completed you do not need to fill out a paper application.
Parents/guardians can call (877) 833-7756 to get their child’s meal status; they should have their child’s
student ID number (child’s lunch pin number) before calling. The status information is updated every
night.
Parents/guardians who pay for hot lunch may choose to pay up to one month in advance. The student may
give their money to their classroom teacher who will then submit it to the cook manager. Students may
bring a cold lunch. We encourage students to bring a nutritious (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) bag
lunch. Students are not allowed to leave the building during their lunch hour.
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All parents must complete a new lunch application each school year.
Each student receives an identification number to enter into the lunchroom computer for each meal.
Please encourage your child to memorize this number
The price for daily student lunch is $2.10. The reduced price is $0.40.
The price for daily student breakfast is $1.00. The reduced price is $0.30.
Universal breakfast is free
The cost for milk is $0.35.
We encourage parents to prepay by the week or month, cash or cashier’s check, no personal checks
Please include your child’s name, lunch ID # and room # with the money in an envelope or baggie.
A note will be sent home if your child’s lunch account is past due.
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If your child’s lunch account is past due, they will be served a sandwich and a milk until their account
is positive
Hawley students separate and recycle their lunch items to show their environmental stewardship
during lunch
Field Trips
Field trips are an extension of units of study being taught by the teacher and become an essential part of
the total learning experience for students. Field trips assist in the teaching and learning process and have
learning objectives for these experiences. They are an important part of the student’s education.
Our school encourages all students to participate. Parents/guardians must sign a permission form for each
field trip and return it to the classroom teacher. The signed form will be filed at the school.
Fundraisers
Fundraisers are conducted by our school and parent organization to raise money for the benefit of our
students and school. Student participation is voluntary with parental permission. Students participating in
sponsored fundraising activities are not allowed to be involved in door-to-door sales. Fundraising
activities will not impose on instructional time during the regular school day.
School Supplies (Pre-school – Grade 8)
All children need to be prepared with their school supplies on the first day of school. Each grade level has
a special supplies list. Our school will distribute the school supplies list at the start of the school year. The
list is also posted on the MPS Portal under “Back to School.” Please make sure to put your child’s name
on his/her supplies. Head Start students do not need supplies.
Emergency Drills
Our school will hold emergency drills on a regular basis. Fire drills and emergency lockdown drills are
held once a month. Tornado drills are held once a year in April. Bus evacuation drills are held twice a
year.
SECTION 7: EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Hawley offers co-ed basketball for 4th & 5th grade students.
SECTION 8: NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
It is the policy of the Milwaukee Public Schools, as required by section 118.13, Wisconsin Statutes, that no person
will be denied admission to any public school or be denied the benefits of, or be discriminated against in any
curricular, extracurricular, pupil services, recreational or other program or activity because of the person’s sex, race,
color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical,
mental, emotional or learning disability.
This policy also prohibits discrimination under related federal statutes, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of
1964 (race, color, and national origin), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (sex), and Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (disability), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (disability).
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
For section 118.13, Wisconsin Statutes, federal Title IX: Patricia Gill, Executive Director, Department of Family
and Student Services, Room 133, Milwaukee Public Schools, 5225 W. Vliet St., P.O. Box 2181, Milwaukee,
Wisconsin, 53201-2181 (414) 475-8027
For Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), federal Title II: Jeff Molter, 504/ADA Coordinator
for Students, MPS Department of Specialized Services, 5225 W. Vliet St., P.O. Box 2181, Milwaukee, Wisconsin,
53201-2181. (414) 475-8817 TTD: (414) 475-8139
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SECTION 9: ATTACHMENT
Acknowledgement for the School–Family Compact and Acknowledgement for the Family School Manual
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
The School–Family Compact
In the school compact, families and school staff agree how to work together. Every Title I school must
develop a School–Family Compact, according to the No Child Left Behind Act (Section 1118). The
purpose of this agreement is to help parents and teachers come to a consensus on the responsibilities that
impact student achievement. The underlying assumption is that a student’s academic success will improve
when the home and school work together.
It is important that parents/guardians review and discuss the School–Family Compact with their
child(ren). We request that the parents/guardians and students sign and return the bottom portion of this
form to the classroom teacher.
We have reviewed and discussed the School–Family Compact with our child.
Student Name_____________________________ Room #_________
Parent Signature ____________________________ Date ___________
Student Signature ___________________________ Date ___________
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Family School Manual
It is important that parents/guardians review and discuss the Family School Manual with their child(ren).
We request that the parents/guardians and students sign and return the bottom portion of this form to the
classroom teacher.
We have reviewed and discussed the Family School Manual and agree to follow all rules and expectations
set by the school.
Student Name__________________________________________ Room #_________
Parent Signature _________________________________________Date ___________
Student Signature ________________________________________ Date ___________
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