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CenterforInquirySchool2 CenterforInquirySchool27 725N.NewJerseyStreet 545E.19

thStreet

Indianapolis,IN46202 Indianapolis,IN46202

Phone:(317)226-4202 Phone:(317)226-4227

Fax:(317)226-3740 Fax:(317)226-4808

Principal:Mrs.AndreaHunley Principal:Mrs.BrandiHerbert

hunleyam@myips.orgg herbertb@myips.org

CenterforInquirySchool70 CenterforInquirySchool84510E.46

thStreet 440E.57

thStreet

Indianapolis,IN46205 Indianapolis,IN46220

Phone:(317)226-4270 Phone:(317)226-4284

Fax:(317)226-4813 Fax:(317)226-3460

Principal:Ms.ChristineCollier Principal:Mrs.KathleenMiller

collierc@myips.org starkkb@myips.org

Twitter:@IPS_CFI

Instagram:@IPS_CFI

Facebook:www.facebook.com/ips.cfi

ManageBac:www.managebac.com

Website:www.myips.org/cfi

updatedJuly2016

IBOMissionStatement

TheInternationalBaccalaureateOrganizationaimstodevelopinquiring,knowledgeable

andcaringyoungpeoplewhohelptocreateabetterandmorepeacefulworldthrough

interculturalunderstandingandrespect.

CFIMissionStatementThemissionofCFIistodevelopacommunityofrespectful,lifelonglearners,whouse

inquiry,criticalthinking,andproblemsolvingskillstobesociallyresponsible

contributorstoachangingglobalsociety.

CFIVisionStatementWebelievethatallstudentsdeserveavibrantplacetolearnandpursuetheirown

inquiry,acaringenvironmentthatissafeandnurturing,acurriculumthatisrigorous

andrelevanttoglobalapplication,therighttoattendaculturallydiverseschool,state

oftheartlearningtoolsandmaterials,enrichingeducationalexperiences,the

individualattentionandsupportneededtorealizetheirpotentialandutilizetheirgifts,

tobenurturedandvalued,andtobeheldtothehighestexpectations.

TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Acronyms 30

Address/PhoneNumberChanges 7

Attendance 4

Autonomy 1

BeforeandAfterSchoolCare 3

BirthdaysandParties 15

BookRentalandLostBooks 13

Bookstore 13

BreakfastandLunch 7

Calendar 18

CFICouncil 17

ContactInformation/Communication 3

DiscoveryDays 16

Extra-CurricularActivities 16

FamilyInvolvementPolicy 20

FieldTrips 16

Fundraising 16

HomeworkandAgendas 17

IBLearnerProfile 2

IllnessorInjury 5

Immunizations 6

IPSBullyPreventionPolicy 25

IPSDisciplineDocumentation 21

IPSDressCode 28-29

IPSSextingPolicy 25

ItemsfromHome 15

LostandFound 16

LeadershipTeam 18

Content Page

MagnetandIBProgramfocus 1-2

Maps 9-12

MediaCoverage 18

Medications 5

MoneyandNotes 15

ParentAssociation(PTSA) 18

Recess 13

ReportCards,Portfolios,Conferences 17

ResponsiveClassroom 21

Restitution 21

SchoolCompact 22

SchoolEvents 20

SchoolHours 3

SchoolLockersandStorage 15

SchoolPicturesandYearbooks 14

SchoolSafetyPlan 14

Section504 21

SpecialEducation 21

StudentPromotionandRetention 17

TelephoneProcedures 14

TitleI 16

TitleIXPolicy 26

Transportation 8

UniversityPartnerships 17

Visitors 14

Volunteering 15

WalkersandCarRiders 8

WithdrawalofStudents 17

NoticeofNon-DiscriminationIndianapolisPublic Schools (IPS)doesnotdiscriminateon thebasisof race, color, religion,national

origin,sex,disability,ageorsexualorientationinitsprogramsandactivities.Forinquiriesregarding

the non-discrimination policies, please contact the Human Resources Division, 120 E. Walnut St.,

Room103,Indianapolis,IN46204,(317)226-4150.

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CenterforInquiryMagnetSchoolsWelcometoCFI!Welcometoanewschoolyear! Weareexcitedtopartnerwithyouasweworktowardourshared

goalof inspiringyourchildtouse inquiry,critical thinking,andproblem-solvingskills to learnabout

ourworld andmake it a better place. In the following pages, youwill find important information

about district policies, Center for Inquiry procedures, and our International Baccalaureate

Programmes.

AutonomyCFI schools, in addition to being magnet schools, also have autonomy within the IPS district. The

autonomous status allows for increased decisionmaking at the school level in regards to staffing,

curriculum,andteachingandlearningmaterials.

InquiryThe Center for Inquiry offers an inquiry approach to learning. Students investigate teacher and

student-posedquestionsaroundbigideas.Thisprocessofgeneratingquestions,insteadofeliminating

them,leadstoexploration,investigation,andmorequestions.Studentsutilizemultipleresourcesto

exploretheseideasandsharetheirnewlearningwithothersthroughpresentationsoftheirindividual

andgroupprojects.Theschoolusesaliterature-basedapproachtoreadinginstructionandaprocess-

centeredwritingworkshopprogram,partneringwithIndianaPartnershipforYoungWriters.

TheIBPrimaryYearsProgramme(PYP)ThePrimaryYearsProgram isan inquiry-basedapproach to teachingand learning. It isdesigned to

meettheneedsofallchildreninkindergartenthroughfifthgrade.Theprogramfocusesonthetotal

development of the child, addressing social, physical, emotional, and cultural needs in addition to

academics.

ThegoalofthePYPistodevelopaninternationalpersonwhorecognizesandappreciatesallcultures

including their own and is equipped to act as a global citizen. Toward this goal, all students are

engaged in philanthropic social action projects. In developing our global communication skills, all

studentsstudyasecondlanguage(Spanishand/orMandarin).

Teachers guide inquiry through six themes throughout the year. Each of these unit planners has a

globalfocus.Thethemesare:WhoWeAre,HowWeExpressOurselves,WhereWeare inTimeandPlace,HowWeOrganizeOurselves,HowtheWorldWorks,andSharingthePlanet.

Fifth grade students complete an Exhibition Project to complete the IB Primary Years Program. A

mandatoryparentmeetingisheldinthefalltooutlinetheexpectationsoftheproject.

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IBMiddleYearsProgramme(MYP)CFIstudentsingrades6-8completeyears1-3oftheIBMiddleYearsProgramme(MYP).OurIBMiddle

YearsProgrammeprovidesaframeworkofacademicchallengethatencouragesstudentstoembrace

and understand the connections between traditional subjects and the real world, and to become

critical and reflective thinkers. Students are required to study eight subject areas: Language andLiterature, Language Acquisition (Spanish or Mandarin), Individuals and Societies, Sciences,Mathematics,Arts(VisualArtsandMusic),PhysicalEducation,andDesign.

ThroughtheMYPatCFI:

•We developinternational-mindednessin IB students, startingwith a foundation in their ownlanguageandculture.

•Weencourageapositiveattitudeto learningbychallengingstudentstosolveproblems,show

creativityandresourcefulnessandparticipateactivelyintheircommunities.

• We support the development ofcommunication skillsto encourage inquiry, understanding,languageacquisition,andtoallowstudentreflectionandexpression.

• Through theattributes of the learner profile, we emphasize the development of the whole

student—physically,intellectually,emotionallyandethically.

•Wecelebrateandsharelearning.•EighthgradestudentscompleteaCommunityProjecttocompleteYear3oftheMYP.

IBLearnerProfileCFI staff support students in assuming responsibility for their learning and their behavior by

encouragingthemtomakeappropriateandconstructivechoices.Studentslearntomakedecisionsin

the areas of social behavior, curricular inquiry, timemanagement, and work habits.We strive for

studentstoattaintheattributesofaninternationally-mindedpersonasoutlinedbytheInternational

BaccalaureateOrganization:Communicators Knowledgeable Risk-Takers ReflectiveOpen-Minded Inquirers Thinkers Principled Balanced Caring

CFI staff members engage students in classroom and school-wide community meetings to build

relationshipswithintheschoolandtopromotesounddecision-making.TheLearnerProfileismodeled

throughout the school. A child strugglingwith appropriate behaviors is counseled and coached by

teachers, administrators, behavior adjustment facilitators, and the school socialworker, if needed.

Parentphoneand face-to-faceconferencesareheld. Oftenachild isasked tomake restitution for

choicesthathaveimpactedothersorthemselvesnegatively.

CFI2andCFI84areauthorizedIBschools inboththePYPandMYP.CFI27isauthorizedinthePYP

andwillhosttheirMYPauthorizationvisitduringthe2016-17schoolyear.CFI70 isanIBcandidate

schoolforthePYP.TheIBauthorizationprocesstakesapproximatelythreeyears.

The IB Regulations canbe foundonManageBac. Formore information regarding the Primary and

MiddleYearsProgrammes,visittheIBOwebsiteatwww.ibo.organdtheCFIwebsite.

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ImportantContactInformationIPSInformation–Call317-226-4000,TwitterandInstagram@IPSschools

IPSTransportation–317-226-4500,TwitterandInstagram@ipsbusses

IPSPolice–317-226-4633

CFIschools’staffcontactinformationcanbefoundontheCFIschools’websiteslinkedtotheCFI

website.

Communication• SchoolnewslettersfromtheprincipalandteachersaresenthomeelectronicallyviaManageBac.

Weekly progress reports and student work are sent in theWeekly Friday Folder provided by theschool.Anyspecialnotices,permissionslips,orderforms,etc.willalsobeinthefolder.Pleasereserve

timeonFridayeveningorovertheweekendtoreviewthecontentsofthefolder,signtheprogressreport,andsendthefolderbacktoschoolwithyourchildthefollowingMonday.

• Familieswillalsoreceivereminders,notices,andanyemergencymessagesviatelephonethrough

ourConnect-Edsystem.Itismostimportanttokeepyourgeneralandemergencyphonenumbersup

todate.Pleasecontacttheschoolimmediatelyifyournumberchanges.

• ManageBac,CFIschools’websites,andthedistrictwebsitearetheonlinetoolsthatCFIschoolsusetosharecalendars,weeklynews,classroominformation,andimportantCFIandIBdocuments.

SchoolHours8:50a.m.-Busesunloadedandbreakfastserved;studentsnoteatingreporttodesignatedarea

9:00a.m.–Studentsproceedtotheirclassrooms

9:05a.m.-TardyBell–studentsmustbesignedinbyanadultandgetapassfromtheoffice

3:45p.m.-StudentDismissalbeginsafterendofdayannouncementsSchoolentry/exitdoorsarekeptlockedforyourchild’ssafety.Pleaseringtheschooldoorbellatthefrontdoorforentryandreporttotheofficeforavisitor’sbadgebeforeproceedingtoclassrooms.

BeforeandAfterSchoolCareCFI2andCFI27offerbefore-andafter-schoolcarethroughtheYMCAonsite.Thisserviceisavailable

from6:30a.m.tothestartofschoolandfromtheendofschoolto6:00p.m.Toinquirefurtherorto

register,pleasecontactanaccountspecialistattheYMCAYouthEnrichmentBranchat317-887-8788

orvisitwww.indymca.org.

CFI70andCFI84offerbeforeandafterschoolcarethroughtheAYSonsite.Thisserviceisavailable

from7:00a.m.tostartofschoolandendofschoolto6:00p.m.Discountsformultiplechildren,part-

time options, daily rates, and financial assistance information are available from AYS. To inquire

further call 283-3817, ext. 19. AYS offers an online registration option. Visit www.ayskids.org for

moreinformationandtocompleteyourregistration.

InclementWeatherVariableweather conditions are to be expected in Central Indiana. If school needs to be closed or

delayed,thiswillgenerallybeannouncedwithanearlymorningnotificationthroughlocaltelevision,

radio,andsocialmedia.

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AttendanceAttending school regularly is essential for a child’s academic and social development.

Parents/guardiansarerequiredbyIndianaLawtoensurethattheirchildattendsschooldaily,forthe

entire schedule of activities. Once your child reaches 12 years of age, he/she shares legal

responsibilities for school attendance. There are three (3) basic reasons for absences: Excused,Exempt,andUnexcused.

ProceduresforReportingStudentAbsence,TardinessandEarlyDismissalAbsence:Onthemorningofeachdayofabsence(individualdaysorconsecutivedays),atelephonecallfromtheparent/guardiantotheschoolprovidingthereasonfortheabsencemustbereceivedby10:00a.m.Awrittennoteofexplanationfromtheparent/guardianmustbesubmitteduponthestudent’sfirstdayreturningtoschool.Failuretocalleachdayontimewillresultintheabsencebeing

recordedasunexcused.

AbsenceClassifications1.EXCUSEDABSENCE:• Personal illness/injury. A parent must contact the school before 10:00 a.m. and submit

documentation upon the child’s return. A formal signed statement from a medical service

providerisrequiredforeachandeveryabsenceonceyourchildaccumulatesmorethanfive(5)

absencesduringtheschoolyear.• Medical, dental, counseling, and other select required appointments (formal documentation

required).• Deathintheimmediatefamily(formaldocumentationrequired)• Majorreligiousholidays(documentationrequired)• Personaltragedy(withadministrativeapproval)

Please note: Routine, non-emergency appointments (vaccinations, dental cleanings, etc.) should be

arranged outside of school hours or during school breaks. If it is necessary for your child tomiss

school,she/heisexpectedtoattendschoolbothbeforeandaftertheappointment.

2.EXEMPTABSENCE(formaldocumentationrequired):• Participatinginanelection• DutyasapageorhonoreeoftheIndianaGeneralAssembly• Testifyingincourtundersubpoena

3.UNEXCUSEDABSENCE:

Thebroaddefinitionofanunexcusedabsenceisanyabsencenotcoveredunderthedefinitionof

excusedorexemptabsence(seeabove).

SPECIALNOTE:Studentabsenceduetoprearrangedfamilytrips/vacationsisconsideredunexcused.ConsequencesofAbsences:The School District and/or Indiana Law provide consequences for excessive student absences and

tardiness.Thelistbelowispartialinnature:

• Schooldetention

• Parent,student,teacher,administrator,attendanceofficerconferences

• Disciplinereferralonthedistrict’sSixStepDisciplinePlan

• Disqualificationfromselectschoolprogramsoractivities

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• Academicfailure

• DisqualificationfromstudentIndianaWorkPermitsand/orBMVBeginnersDriver’sLicense

• DistrictAdjudicatorreferralforbuildingreassignment

• SanctionsbyDepartmentofFamilyandChildren

• Referral ofparents to theMarionCounty SuperiorCourt for Failure toEnsure charges and/or

referralofstudentsaged12andovertotheSuperiorCourtfortruancycharges.

Tardiness:Tardinessisdefinedasarrivingtoclassafterthedesignatedstarttimeof9:05a.m.Ifyour

childistardyforanyreason,anadultmustaccompanythechildtotheschoolofficeandsignthechild

in at the office. Three unexcused tardies will result in a warning phone call. When a student

accumulates five unexcused tardies without legal reason it will result in before or after school

detentionbeingassignedbythePrincipal.

EarlyDismissal:Earlydismissal isdefinedas leavingschoolpriortothedailydismissaltimeof3:45p.m. Parents/Guardians must sign a child out at the school office if leaving before scheduled

dismissal. Adults will be required to present identification before a child will released to them.

Studentswillnotbe released toanyoneother than theparentorguardianunlessconfirmationhas

been received from the parent/guardian prior to the release. Designated emergency contacts and

those adults able to take your child from school should be listed on the school Emergency Form.

Pleasedonotpick studentsupearly fromschoolunless there is anemergencyasearlydepartures

interruptinstructionforallchildren.Earlydeparturesmayresultinhavingdisciplinaryconsequences

forstudents.Excessiveunexcusedearlyreleaseswillresult inawarningphonecall.Whenastudent

accumulatesfiveearlyreleases,withoutlegalreason,duringasinglesemesteritwillresultinabefore

orafterschooldetentionassignedbythePrincipal.

ImportantNote:Theabovesectionregardingstudentattendanceisasummaryofexpectationsandrelatedinformation.Pleasecontactthebuildingattendanceofficer(socialworker)forgreaterdetailsandclarifications.

IllnessorInjuryatSchoolIf a student becomes ill or injured at school, the child will be sent to the school office, and if

warranted, theparentor guardianwill be called topickup the student.Wedonothaveadequate

resting spaceat the school for sick children to stayalldaywhen theyare ill. Ifwecannot reacha

parent,thepersonlistedastheemergencycontactwillbecalled.

If there isa life-threateningemergency,wewill call911and transportyourchild to thehospital.A

staff member will accompany the child in the ambulance and wait at the hospital until a

parent/guardian arrives. Parents will be contacted immediately. Please remember to keep alltelephonenumberscurrentincaseofanemergency.MedicationIfyourchildneedstotakemedicationatschool,pleaseincludethisinformationonCaredoxandsend

themedicationinitsoriginalcontainer.Studentsarenotallowedtocarrymedicationonthemduringthe school day unless it is for a chronic disease or medical condition that requires emergencyadministrationofthemedication.Ifyourchildneedstocarrythistypeofemergencymedicationon

themduringtheschoolday,pleaseupdateyourchild’sCaredoxinformationorrequestamedication

formfromtheschooloffice.AccesstoCaredoxcanbefoundat:http://www.myips.org/Page/38735

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ImmunizationsPleasecheckthetabletoensureyourchild’svaccinationsareuptodateasrequired.Thelawsaystheschoolcannotallowyourchildtoattendmorethan20dayswithoutpropervaccinations,unlessthechild isexemptedforreligiousormedicalreasons–or ifadoctorhasprovideddocumentationthat

yourchildisscheduledtobevaccinated.Ifyourchilddoesnotreceiveshotsduetomedicalreasons

we must have a doctor’s statement. If your child does not receive shots for religious reasons awrittenstatementmustbesubmittedtotheschooleachyear.Moreinformationisavailablefromthe

IPS Nursing Director, from the Indiana State Department of Health at 1-800-701-0704, or at

www.chirp.in.gov/chirp_docs.htm.

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StudentRecordsRequestEducation records consist of all official records, files and data directly related to a student and

maintainedbytheIndianapolisPublicSchools.Suchrecordsencompassallthematerialincorporated

inthestudent’scumulativefolder,andincludesbutisnotlimitedtogeneralidentifyingdata,records

ofattendanceandofacademicworkcompleted,recordsofachievementintheschoolcurriculumand

instandardizedachievement tests, resultsofotherevaluative tests (including intelligence,aptitude,

psychological, and interest inventory tests), health data, teacher and counselor ratings and

observations,andverifiedreportsofseriousorrecurrentbehaviorpatterns.

Aparentofastudenthastherighttoinspectandreviewsuchstudent’seducationrecordsmaintained

by IPS. A parent shall be presumed to have authority to inspect and review the student’s records

unless IPS has been provided with written notice that there is a court order that restricts or

terminates the parent’s authority to access the student’s records under applicable State statutes

governingmatterssuchasdivorce,separation,andlegalcustody.

Toobtainstudentrecords,aparentwillsubmitawrittenrequesttotheprincipal.Therequestshall

specifythespecificrecordswhichtheparentoreligiblestudentwishtoexamine.Sucharequestshall

bemadeduringreasonablebusinesshoursdeterminedbymutualagreementbetweentheprincipal

(orherdesignee)andtheparentoreligiblestudentbut,innoeventshallbemorethanforty-five(45)

daysafterreceiptofthewrittenrequest.Aschoolofficialshallbepresentduringanysuchinspection

to assist in the interpretation of the records. The parent(s)must submit sufficient proof of his/her

identitytotheschoolofficialbeforeinspectionofastudent’srecordsshallbepermitted.

Ifastudentenrollsinanewschoolordistricttheparentorthereceivingschoolmaymaketherecords

request.

Address/PhoneNumberChangesChanges to your address, phone numbers, and/or email should be communicated to the school

secretaryas soonaspossible so that recordsmaybeup todateat all times. If anaddress change is

given, proof of the new address will be required. (Not to worry, a change of address does not

necessarilyrequireachangeofschoolordistrict).

BreakfastandLunchService• IPSparticipatesinauniversalfreelunchprogram.Allstudentsmayeatbreakfastandlunchatno

charge.Studentsmaychoosetobringlunchfromhome;thereisa$0.40chargeformilkorjuice

purchasedseparatelyfromaschoolmeal.

• StudentsmayNOTbringsodapoporcandyintheirpackedlunch.Ifstudentsbringchipsintheirsack lunch, it should be a small quantity that can be consumed in the cafeteria during lunch.

Pleasesupervisethefoodchoicesstudentsbringtohelppromotehealthyeatinghabits.

• Duetoallergies,studentsarenottoshareortradeanyfooditemsinthecafeteria.• If your child has a medically documented dietary need, please contact the principal for

informationonmodifiedmeals.• Adultsmayalsopurchaseaschoolbreakfastand/orlunch(Breakfast:$2.25Lunch:$3.75).Please

letusknowinthemorningifyouaregoingtobeatschoolandwanttoorderalunch.• Ifyouplantobring lunchtoschool foryourchild,youmustarrivepriortothebeginningof the

lunchperiodoryourchildwillbeprovidedaschoollunch.• Lunchisa20to30-minuteperiod.MenusaredistributedelectronicallythroughManageBacand

ontheIPSwebsite.

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TransportationChangesforOneDayIfyourchild’stransportationischangingfortheday(bustocarorcartobus)youMUSTsendanoteto theteacher in themorningANDcall theofficewith thechangeno later than2:30p.m. Ifyour

child isgoingtoridehomewithanotherchild(onthechild’ssamebusor inacar),anotefromthe

parentsofbothstudentsmustbereceivedthatmorningandsignedbytheschooladministrator.Your

childcannotrideabushomewithanotherchildunlessitisonyourchild’sassignedbus.Ifthereisnonote or phone call to informus of a transportation change,wewill expect and follow the usualmodeoftransportationforthechild.Transportation/BusRouteorStopChangesIf your address changesor youare adding aday care stop, the changemustbemade through the

schooloffice.Proofofthenewaddressisrequired.Generallyittakesatleast3workingdaysforbus

stop changes to take effect. If you have a concern about your child’s bus stop location and safety

issues,calltheIPStransportationofficeat317-226-4500andasktospeaktotherouterorsupervisor.

Getup-to-dateinformationandchatwithatransportationrepresentativeatwww.myips.org/buses.

BusInformationIntheeventabusislateinbringingyourchildhomeordoesnotpickyourchildupontime,callIPSTransportationat317-226-4500. Intheeventthatyourchilddoesnotarrivehomeattheexpected

timeandyouareunabletoreachtransportation,calltheschoolofficeorIPSPoliceat317-226-4633.Wewill attempt to reachparents viaourConnect-Ed system if buses are running late atdismissal.

Buseswillpickupanddropoffstudentsonlyattheirestablishedauthorizedstop.Studentsshouldbe

attheirdesignatedstop10minutespriortotheirscheduledpick-uptimeandbepreparedtowaitup

to10minutesafterthedesignatedpickuptime.Studentsshouldbestandingatthestopwhenthe

buspullsup,notwaitinginacarorattheirfrontdoor.Busrulesaremailedtostudentsbythedistrict.

Studentsnotfollowingbussafety/behaviorguidelineswillbereferredtotheofficeandmaylosebus

ridingprivileges.ThemostcurrentbusinformationisavailableonTwitterat@ipsbusses.

WalkersParentsareaskedtoinstructtheirchildreninsafehabits,includingcrossingthestreetonlyatcorners

andreturningstraighthomeafterschool.

WalkersatCFI2mustenterthebuildingusingthemainentranceonNewJerseyStreet.

WalkersatCFI27mustusethepublicsidewalks.Pleaseseethemapandinstructionsforyourroute.

WalkersatCFI70mustenterthebuildingusingthemainentranceonCentralAve.

WalkersatCFI84mustenterthebuildingusingthemainentranceon57thStreet.

CarRidersCarridersmaynotbedroppedoffbefore8:50a.m.Afternooncarriderswillbedismissedbetween3:45 and 3:50 p.m. Please follow the safety procedures and drop off locations outlined by yourchild’sschool.(Refertothetransportationmapslocatedonpages9-12ofthishandbook.)

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Alley

CFISchool2

Walkers/Bikersusesidewalks

WalnutStreet

CenterforInquiryatSchool2

NewJerseyStreet BusZone

Walkers/Bikers,BusRiders,Parents&

VisitorsEnter&ExitHere

CFIParking

Lot

CarRiders:Whendroppingoffinthemorningorpickingupintheafternoon,

pleasemaintainalineandhavestudent(s)exit/entercaronthepassenger

side.Astaffmemberwillescortyourchildto/fromthecar.Donotleaveyour

carunattendedintheline.Ifyouareaccompanyingyourchildintothe

school,pleaseparkinadesignatedarea.

Walkers/BikeRiders:Wewanttoensurethatourwalkersandbikersare

safe!Remembertoalwaysusepublicsidewalkswhenwalkingtoandfrom

theschool.EnterthroughourmainentranceonNewJersey,notthroughthe

parkinglotdoors.

Before/AfterSchoolActivityPickUp:Pleaseparkyourvehicleinadesignated

parkingspace,enterthebuildingandwalkyourstudenttothecar.

Walkers/Bikersusesidewalks

E.SaintClair

CenterforInquiryatSchool2

TransportationPlan

SchoolPhone:317-226-4202 IPSTransportation/BusQuestions:317-226-4500

ClevelandStreet(Alley)

CarRiders,YMCAEnter&ExitHere

Playground

CarRidersDrop-OffandPick-UpZone

Cars

Exit

MainOffice

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CFISchool84

CarRiders:Whendroppingoffinthemorningorpickingupintheafternoon,pleasemaintainalineandhave

student(s)exit/entercaronthepassengerside.Staffmemberswillassistyourchildto/fromthecar.Donot

leaveyourcarunattendedintheline.Ifyouareaccompanyingyourchildintotheschool,pleaseparkina

designatedarea.

Walkers/BikeRiders:Wewanttoensurethatourwalkersandbikersaresafe!Remembertoalwaysuse

publicsidewalkswhenwalkingtoandfromtheschool.Enterthroughourmainentranceon57thStreet.

Before/AfterSchoolActivityPickUp:Whenpickingchildrenupfromafterschoolactivities,youmaypark

along57thStreetorinthebackparkinglot.Enterthemainentranceon57

thStreettomeetyourchild.When

arrivingtodropofforpickupyourchildfromAYS,pleasebecautiousonthebackparkinglotanddonotdriveontotheplaygroundareawhenchildrenarepresent.

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CFISchool27

Car Riders: When dropping off in the morning or picking up in the afternoon, please use 17th St. from Central Ave. to access Ruckle St. and our school lot according to the diagram. Please maintain a line and have student(s) exit/enter car on right side. To ensure students’ safety, please exit the parking lot turning left and heading south on Ruckle St. to 17th St. Also, do not leave your car unattended in the line. If you are accompanying your child into the school, please park in a designated area. Walkers: We want to ensure that our walkers are safe! Remember to always use public sidewalks when walking to and from the school according to the diagram. If you are coming from the south or southeast of the school, walk along the concrete area between MLK Park and CFI 27 and enter building through the southwest door. If you are coming from southwest, walk along Central Ave. to 19th St. and our main entrance. If you are coming from the north, enter at the main entrance (the north door off 19th St.)

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CFISchool70

CentralA

venue

CenterforInquirySchool70

CarRiders:Whendroppingoffinthemorningorpickingupintheafternoon,

pleasemaintainalineandhavestudent(s)exit/entercaronthepassenger

side.Astaffmemberwillescortyourchildto/fromthecar.Donotleaveyour

carunattendedintheline.Ifyouareaccompanyingyourchildintothe

school,pleaseparkinadesignatedarea.

Walkers/BikeRiders:Wewanttoensurethatourwalkersandbikersare

safe!Remembertoalwaysusepublicsidewalkswhenwalkingtoandfrom

theschool.EnterthroughourmainentranceonCentralAve,notthroughthe

parkinglotdoors.

Before/AfterSchoolActivityPickUp:Pleaseparkyourvehicleinadesignated

parkingspace,enterthebuildingandwalkyourstudenttothecar.

ParkAvenue

CenterforInquiryatSchool70

TransportationPlan

SchoolPhone:317-226-4270 IPSTransportation/BusQuestions:317-226-4500

46thStreet

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Recess• All K-8 students have a daily recess period. Recess is generally scheduled before lunch and is

supervised by staff members. Parent assistance at recess is greatly appreciated. Call the office to

volunteerinthisarea.AdditionalrecesstimemaybeprovidedingradesK-5duringtheschoolday.

• Ifachildneedstostayinatrecessduetoillness,anotemustbesenttotheoffice.Studentswill

notbekeptinsideformorethan3dayswithoutadoctor’snote.Childrenareexpectedtobringhats,

gloves,andwarmcoatssothat theymayenjoyabitof freshair,even in thewinter.Recess isheld

insideifsnow,ice,windchilloractualtemperaturesmakeitunsafetobeoutdoors.Generally,wedo

not go outside if temperatures and/or wind chill are below 20 degrees Fahrenheit or above 90

degreesFahrenheit.

• Theplayareaconsistsofblacktopandamulchedareawithplaygroundequipment.Tennisshoes

aretherecommendedfootwearforschool.Closed-toeshoeswithabackstraparealwaysrequiredat

school.• Recesscancontributetothephysicalandsocialwell-beingofstudents.However,recessprivileges

aresometimesrestrictedorlostifachildisplayingunsafelyontheplayground.

BookstoreVendingPensandpencilsareavailableforpurchaseatavendingmachinelocatedintheschoolhallway.

LostBooksTextbooksandlibrarybooksarefurnishedtostudentsonaloanbasis.Parents/guardiansmustpayfor

lostordamagedbooks.

BookRentalBook rental is due during the beginning months of school. If you need assistance in paying thetextbook rental, please make sure you fill out the necessary assistance forms (mailed home and

available in the school office) by the September deadline communicated on the form. Questions

regarding the assistance application formmaybedirected to the IPSCall Center 226-4000.Unpaid

book rental fees are turned over to collections at the end of October. Fees will be shared at the

beginningofeachschoolyearforelementarystudents;bookrentalfeesformiddleschoolstudentsis

dependentuponclassassignmentsandwillbesharedwithparentsinAugust.Bookrentalpayments

maybemade through cash, check,moneyorder, or online.At theprintingof thisdocument, the2016-17 book rental rates are not yet available. The book rental rates for the previous yearvaried by grade level and ranged between $120.00 and $160.00 dollars. New rates will becommunicatedthroughManageBacandontheCFIwebsite.

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TelephoneProcedures:Parentscallingschool:Schoolofficestaffwilldeliverallemergencycallsandmessagestostudentsand

teachers.Callsforstudentsandteacherswillnotbeputthroughtoclassroomsduringinstructionaltime.

Students calling home: Calls home will be for emergency purposes only or as directed by a staff

member.Studentcallsaremadeonlyafterreceivingpermissionfromthestaff.Callsaretobemade

underthedirectsupervisionofastaffmember.

ElectronicsandCellPhonesIPS policy says that students may not possess or use “on school grounds during school hours an

electronicdevice,acellulartelephone,oranyothertelecommunicationdevice,includingalook-a-like

device,inasituationnotrelatedtoaschoolpurposeoreducationalfunctionorusingsuchdeviceto

engage inanactivity that violates school rules. This rule isnotviolatedwhen the studenthasbeen

givenclearpermission fromaschooladministratororadesignatedstaffmember topossessoruse

oneofthedeviceslistedinthisrule.”Thisincludescellphones,gamingsystems,andportablemusic

devices.Cellphonesandotherelectronicswillbeconfiscatedandhelduntilaparentisabletocome

to school to pick up the device.We realize that some childrenmust go home to an empty home

and/orwalkaroutetoandfromtheirbusstopalone.Ifaparentfeelsthattheirchildneedstocarrya

cellphoneforsafetyreasons,wemusthaveawrittenstatementtothateffectonhandandprincipal

approvalreceived(aformforhispurposemaybeobtainedintheoffice).Studentswillbeexpectedto

turn off phone upon entering the school building. The cell phone must be kept in the students

backpack in their locker or cubby. The schools are not responsible for lost, stolen or damagedphones.SchoolSafetyPlanEach school has a detailed safety/emergency plan in place developed in collaborationwith the IPS

Safety Office. Schools conduct Fire Drills, Lockdown Drills, and Tornado Drills during the year. If

weatherorcrisis conditionswarranta schoolclosingordelay in starting time, thebest information

will come from your localmedia coverage. Youmay also receive a notice through the Connect-Ed

phonesystem.Schooldoorsarekeptlockedatalltimes.Incaseofemergenciesthatwouldrequirean

earlydismissalorevacuationoff-site,parentswillbenotifiedthroughoneormoreofthefollowing:TV

and radio news broadcasts and Connect-Ed. For emergency purposes, it is imperative that parents

keeptheircontactinformationup-to-dateatalltimeswiththeschooloffice.

SchoolPicturesandYearbooksSchoolpicturesare taken in the fall andspringby InterStateStudio.Envelopesare senthomewith

orderinginformationaweekpriortoPictureDay.Aschoolyearbookisavailableinthespring.VisitorsFamily members are important to our school community and are always welcome! CFI welcomes

family volunteerism, assistance in the classroom, and observation of your child in the instructional

setting.Inordertokeeparecordofyourvisitandforthesafetyofallourstudents,youmustsigninattheofficeimmediatelyuponenteringtheschool.AGuestPasswillbeissuedtobewornduringtheschoolvisit.Ifyouneedtospeakwithateacherregardingyourchild’sprogress,homework,behavior,

etc., please call to make an appointment. The teacher will not be able to hold

conversations/conferencesduringinstructionaltime.

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VolunteeringatCFICFIstaffandthePTSAwelcomevolunteers!Anyadultworkingwithstudents,duringschooltimeor

afterschool,musthaveanApplicationtoProvideVolunteerServicesFormonfile.CriminalHistory

Backgroundchecksarerequiredannuallyofallvolunteers.Pleasebeawarethatitmaytakeuptotwo

weeks for your volunteerapplicationandbackgroundcheck tobeprocessed. Thesepoliciesare in

placetoguaranteethesafetyofyourchildren.

BirthdaysandPartiesSeveraltimesduringtheschoolyear,classroomsmayplansmallwhole-classcelebrations(Valentine’s

Day, project presentations, the end of the school year, etc.). CFI celebrates birthdays each week

duringourschool-widecommunitymeeting,andeachbirthdaychildreceivesapencil.PleaseDONOTplanbirthdaypartiesduringtheschoolday,andDONOTbringbirthdaytreatstoschool.Birthdaysareafamilycelebrationtotakeplaceathome.Invitationstopartiesoutsideofschoolshouldnotbe

passedoutatschoolunlesseveryoneintheclassisinvitedtotheparty.Ifyouareinvitingonlyafew

schoolfriendstoaneventoutsideofschool,pleasemailoremailtheinvitationstoeachchild’shome.

Specialgifts,suchasballoonsorflowers,shouldnotbedeliveredtoschool.Theywillnotbesenttothechild’sclassroombecausetheyaredisruptivetoinstruction.

ItemsfromHome• Electronics of any type (iPods, cell phones, games, etc.), trading cards, toys, and candy are not

permitted at school. Itemswill be confiscated and sent to the office and kept there until an adult

family member picks-up the item. Unclaimed items will be discarded at the end of the year. A

continued violation of these rules will result in disciplinary action. For exceptions regarding cell

phones,refertothetelephonesectionofthehandbook.

• Ifyourchild’steacherallowsparticularitemstobebroughtforsharingtimeorrecess,theitems

shouldbelabeledwithyourchild’snameusingapermanentmarkerorsecure labelandkept inthe

child’sbookbag.

• Students in gradesK-2 arenot allowed tobringpurses. Students in grades3-8must keep their

purses in their lockers or cubbies. Bringing purses is highly discouraged as a book bag should be

sufficientforcarryingpersonalneeds.

• Theschoolisnotresponsibleforanylossordamagetoitemsbroughttoschoolwithorwithoutpermission.SchoolLockersandStorageStudentsareprovidedwitha“cubby”orlockertostoretheircoat,bookbag, lunchbox,gymshoes,

band instrument, and extra school supplies. Studentsmay not bring their own lock device. Locker

privilegesmay be revoked if a student uses another students’ locker, gives his/her combination to

others,ordisplays/stores inappropriate items in the locker.Studentswhohave receivedcellphone

permission from the Principalwill keep their cell phone in their backpack in their “cubby” area or

locker.

MoneyandNotesAnymoney(forlunch,fieldtrips,bookfair,etc.)andnotesfromhomeshouldbegiventothechild’s

classroomteacheratthebeginningoftheschoolday.Pleasesendnotesand/ormoneyinasealedenvelope with the student’s and teacher’s names on the front and the purpose of the money.Pleaselimittheamountofmoneysenttoschoolwithyourchildtotheexactamountneeded.

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FundraisingThroughout the year, the CFI schools, PTSAs, and student groups sponsor fundraisers to support

school programming and to support causes around the world. If your family does not wish to

participateinafundraiser,youareinvitedtomakeadonationtotheschoolorPTSAinstead.Families

areencouragedtotakeadvantageofemployermatchingcontributionprogramsthatmaybeavailable

through your employer to support programs at the school. Additionally, if you sign up to make

contributions to the UnitedWay through payroll deductions, you are able to designate that your

contributions be directed to an individual CFI school. Contributions to CFI or CFI PTSAs are tax

deductibleandareceiptmayberequested.

SocialandEnvironmentalActionProjectsCFIworks to be a positive influence in our local and global communities. During the school year,

studentsinitiateandtakepartinmanysocialandenvironmentalactionprojectstohelpthosearound

us.Thestudentsorganizesocialactionprojectsthatmaybeindividual,classroom,orschool-wide.

TitleICFI27andCFI70qualifyforTitleI(basedonthepercentageofpovertywithinourschoolattendance

area).OurfederalTitle I fundspaythesalariesofadditionalstaffwhoprovideextrahelp inreading

andmath to students in need of these services and facilitate parentworkshops. An annual Title I

meetingtakesplaceatthebeginningoftheschoolyear.

DiscoveryDaysDiscoveryDaysessionsareheldintermittentlythroughouttheschoolyearforstudentsingradesK-8

andmeetduringtheschoolday.Studentschooseafocusofinterestandworkwithamulti-agegroup

toexplorethisarea(sewing,cooking,chess,etc.).Sessionsareledbyteachers,communitymembers,

andparentssharingtheirexpertiseandhobbieswithstudents.Ifyouareinterestedinsharingatalent

orinterestofyourownbyleadingaDiscoveryDaysession,pleasecontacttheschooloffice.Thisisa

greatwaytovolunteer!

FieldTrips/EducationalFieldExperiencesThestudentsatCFIparticipateinfieldtripsthroughouttheschoolyear.Parentsareaskedtosigna

blanketpermission slip at thebeginningof the school year andarenotified through the classroom

newsletterbytheteacherinadvanceofeachtrip.Duetoentrancefees,parentsaresometimesasked

todonatethisfee,butnochildwillbedeniedparticipationbecauseofinabilitytocontribute.YoungersiblingsandthosenotattendingourschoolareNOTpermittedtoattendfieldtrips.ExtraCurricularActivitiesCFI students areoffered a variety of opportunities includingbefore- and after-school clubs, scouts,

andathletics.Informationissenthomeseparatelypertainingtotheseactivitiesincludingparticipation

guidelines, meeting dates, and fee amounts (if applicable). If you would like to facilitate an extra

curricular activity or coach at CFI, please contact the school office. You must have a volunteer

applicationcompletedandapprovedbeforesupervisingstudentsbeforeorafterschool.Additionally,

outsideprovidersofferourstudentsopportunities(karateforexample),usuallyforasmallfee.

LostandFoundLostitemsareplacedinadesignatedbarrel/basket.Unclaimeditemsaredonatedtocharityatwinter

break, springbreak,andsummerbreak.Familiesmaywant toconsiderclearly labelingcoats, lunch

boxes,andbookbagsforspeedyreturntotheowner.

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HomeworkHomework can serve many purposes including: fostering effective study habits and self-discipline,

reinforcing and/or extending the learning experience from the classroom, and strengthening the

communication between home and school while providing parents an opportunity to become

involved in their child’s school education. Your child’s teacher will provide you with homework

guidelinesfortheclassroom.Parentsareencouragedtobecomeinvolvedintheirchild’shomework,

providinghelpwhenneeded,butensuringthework iscompletedbythechild.A limitednumberof

laptopcomputersareavailableonloantostudentstocompletehomeworkprojects.

AgendaOrganizersCFIagendaorganizersarerequiredforstudentsingrades4-8.Theschoolorderstheorganizersfor

students.Thecost$5.00collectedthefirstweekofschool.

StudentReportCards,Portfolios,andParentConferencesReportcardsareissuedfourtimesperyearandcanbeaccessedthroughManageBac. Reportcards

arecriterionandstandards-basedandalignwithourIBcurriculum.Informationabouttheformatof

report cards is shared by teachers and IB coordinators. All studentsmaintain electronic portfolios

throughManageBac. ELECTRONIC PORTFOLIOS are fundamental tools for CFI students - promoting

self-reflection,metacognition, andassessment for learning. Parent conferencesareheld in the fall

and the spring. Conference attendance is mandatory. The fall conference in September is called

Parents-In-Touch(PIT)Day,andstudentsdonothaveschoolthatday.ThespringconferenceinAprilis

aStudent-LedPortfolioConferencethattakesplaceafterschoolandintheearlyevening.Mid-term

reports are sent home half-way through each grading period. Weekly progress reports and

newslettersaresenthomeintheweeklyfolder.

StudentPromotionandRetentionThe IPS School Board Policy is followed. The principal sends a letter home at the end of the first

semester,inJanuary,ifachildisbeingconsideredforretentionandanactionplanisdevelopedwith

teacherandparentinput.AsecondletterissenthomeinMaywiththeretentiondecision.According

toIPSpolicy,theprincipalhasfinalsayinretentiondecisions.

WithdrawalofStudentsIfyourfamilydecidestowithdrawfromtheCenterfor Inquiry,pleasestopbytheschoolofficeand

complete amagnetwithdrawal form.When changing addresseswithin IPS, studentsmay continue

attendingCFIandreceiveIPStransportationtoandfromschooliftheystilllivewithintheIPSdistrict

boundaries. If studentsmove out of IPS, theymay still be able to attend CFIwith parent-provided

transportation.

UniversityPartnershipsCFIteachersworkwithpre-serviceteachersfromourlocaluniversities.Thestudentteacherswillbe

workingwithyourchildrenunderthesupervisionoftheclassroomteacher.Universitypartnersalso

provideprofessionaldevelopmenttoourstaff,shareresourceswithstudents,andconductresearchin

ourschools.

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SchoolLeadershipTeam

Each CFI School has a leadership team comprised of representative school staff, parents, and

communitymembers. Thepurposeof the school leadership team is to guide school improvement

planning, provide guidance in the selectionof interview committees, andadditional responsibilities

fromtheprincipalasnecessary.

CFICouncilThe CFI Council workswith the administrative team to provide input on school improvement. The

councilismadeupofrepresentativesfromeachschool’sLeadershipTeam.ThepurposeoftheCouncil

istoreviewandreviseallCFIpolicies.Thecouncilmeetsmonthly.CFI27alsohasacommunitycouncil

tosupportpartnershipswithUnitedWayandBridgestoSuccess.

ParentAssociationEach CFI School has its own Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA). An upper grade studentrepresentativeservesonthePTSAboardalongwithelectedparentsandtheschooladministrator.The

PTSA is open to all parents, guardians, and staff members and welcomes volunteers to chair

committeesandtoplanandworkeventsandFamilyNights.FamilyNightsareopportunitiestolearn

somethingnewtogetherasafamilyandtomeetandsocializewithotherCFIfamilies.

SchoolCalendarAlistingoftheschoolyear’seventsisincludedinyouropeningschoolpacket.Calendarupdatesand

additionswillbecommunicatedthroughtheweeklyPrincipal’snewsletterandManageBaccalendar.

TheIPScalendarisonthebackpageofthishandbook.

MediaCoverageReportersfromthelocaltelevisionstations,radiostations,andnewspapersoftencometotheCenter

for Inquiryforstories,filefootage,etc.Theyphotographstudents involvedinschoolactivities.They

alsomayrequesttointerviewstudents.Ifforanyreasonyoudonotwantyourchildphotographed,

filmed,or interviewed,pleasebesureto indicatethisonyourchild’spermissionform. Ifwedonot

hear from you, we will assume that you do not object to your child being interviewed and/or

photographedforpublicationinanewspaperorradio/televisionbroadcast.

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SchoolEventsThroughout the year, we sponsor various events. All school and PTSA events will be listed in the

Principal’sNewsletterandontheMangeBaccalendarwithdetails,dates,andtimes.Someeventsare

co-sponsoredbyallfourCFIschools.Asamplingofoureventsfollow:

LiteracyEvents

ReadInDay-Parents,staffandcommunitymembersareinvitedtoreadtostudentsthroughoutthe

schooldayaswecelebratebooksandreading!StoriesbyStarlight-Familiesareinvitedtoshareinan

eveningofstorytelling,readingfrombooksandstoriesorpoemswrittenbystudents.

Book Fairs- Scholastic Book fairs are held two times per year for families to purchase kids’ books.

Proceeds from the sales benefit school. Young Writers- Students write throughout the year. The

Indiana Partnership for Young Writers provides an opportunity for student-selected work to be

published inananthologyof studentwriting. Studentsarealso selected to share theirwritingand

reading to awider audience at public events.MathandScienceNight – Families are invited to an

eveningofexperimentsandexploration.

CareerandCollegeDays-Variouscareersarepresentedtostudentsbylocalcommunitymemberson

CareerDay. Studentsareencouraged towear collegeapparelonCollegeDay.Teachersdiscuss the

collegesanduniversitiestheyattended

Celebration of Arts- Annual all-CFI event promoting and celebrating visual and performing arts.

Studentshavetheopportunitytoshowcaseworkdonethroughouttheyearandparticipateinhands

onactivitiesandexperiences.

MovementEvents:ACESDay-AllChildrenExercisingSimultaneously.AllCFIstudentsgooutsideand

exercisetogetherundertheguidanceofthePEteacher.BiketoSchoolDay–CFIschoolsparticipatein

thenationalBiketoSchoolDay.“Trains”arearrangedsothatfamiliescangatheratspecifiedlocations

andbiketoschooltogether.Run,WalkorDancefortheArts-Awalk/run/danceeventheldtoraise

money throughpledges for each lapaccomplished. Themoney raised is spentonArts for Learning

programsforthestudentswhichbringsperformersandartsworkshopstoourschool.

FamilyLife-IPShaspartneredwiththeSocialHealthFoundationandPeaceLearningCenterfornearly

twodecades toprovide instruction toour students inhumangrowth,development, and social and

emotionalhealth.Informationwillbesenthomepriortothelessonslistingthecontentcovered.

Global Learning Events: International Day of Peace and Peace Walk – Students celebrate the

International Day of Peace throughmusic, arts, language, and a PeaceWalk. International/Global

Night – Families explore cultures and customs from around the world, including the heritage of

familiesintheCFIcommunity.

FamilyGameNight–Familiescometoschoolintheeveningandplayboardgames.

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CFI Family Involvement Policy (revised February 10, 2016) CFI will do its best to strive toward making all of its families welcome to the CFI school community regardless of race, creed, socio-economic status, academic needs, neighborhood, family structure, cultural or ethnic background, in alignment with the International Baccalaureate mission statement: "to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect”. CFI will sponsor Family Nights, school events, parent monthly workshops, round table/informational meetings, and coffees which will be scheduled and put on a parent calendar at the beginning of the school year and which address relevant issues/topics including but not limited to: o Ice Cream Social and distribution of informational packets- before start of school in August o Dads Bring Your Child to School - first day of school in August o Annual Title 1 informational meeting (includes ManageBac; assessment process; the parent involvement, discipline, attendance, and uniform policies;

description of the school’s IB curriculum; parent contact information, Title 1 services, and student proficiency levels and expectations) and Open House in September

o New family orientation - September, January, May o International Baccalaureate programmes and inquiry curriculum o Parents in Touch: CFI requires parents to attend 2 parent report card conferences per year (parent-teacher conference at the end of the first quarter

grading period in the fall and student-led portfolio conference in the spring) o Assistance and extension in core subject areas o Testing and accountability measures including ISTEP readiness and I-Read meetings o Use of ManageBac, IPS websites, and technology as a tool for learning - Fall at first PIT day conference o Primary Years Program (PYP) Exhibition meeting (winter) o Middle Years Program (MYP) orientation – September and May o Graduation planning for 6th graders to meet Dept. of Education requirements o Orientation for parents of students newly identified as “High Ability” (spring) o Transition from pre-school to Kindergarten - Aug/Sept and May o Transition to high school o Morning with Moms and Donuts with Dads o Grandparents Day – Fall o Family Math and Science Night o Stories by Starlight Family Night o International/Global Night – celebrating diversity and cultures o Celebration of the Arts – March (all CFI school event) o Family and/or Student Dances o Celebrate annual Heritage and History Months such as: Hispanic Heritage –Sept/Oct., National Disabilities Awareness – Oct., Native American

History – Nov., African American History – Feb., Women’s History - March, Asian History – May, Older Americans - May o Spring Fling (CFI reunions, open house for new families, end of year celebration) – end of year o Environmental activities including Gardening Day, Walk/Bike to School Day, Go Green activities, Earth Day o MYP meet-ups o Annual end-of-year Parent Survey through Title 1 office CFI will offer a variety of Parent Resources: o Library resource area includes: Inquiry books, books in mother tongue of the student population, Technology (online resources), materials for help at

home, make and take, grade level standards, handbook, chit chat book, materials for projects and parenting magazines. o A weekly newsletter/blog from the principal and teacher shared electronically through ManageBac (or in print as needed). o A monthly newsletter from the PTSA shared electronically through ManageBac (or in print as needed). o Magnet informational meetings and hand-out regarding magnet/option programs available to 8th graders as they transition to high school. o Magnet informational meetings and tours for families interested in selecting CFI for their child’s school. o Information for parents of pre-school age children as they prepare for a successful kindergarten year. CFI teachers will utilize parent volunteers and support parent partnerships. The school will provide professional development to the teachers in: o Ways to best utilize parent volunteers to support academics o Building and maintaining electronic communications to support parents in receiving school information and access to resources CFI will offer opportunities for parent leadership and volunteerism: o Classroom assistance with field trips, social action, tutoring students, assist with projects, mentor, serve as guest reader/speaker, o Discovery club leader/helper o PTSA Executive Committee, PTSA Board member, committee member, general member o Classroom parent o CFI School and Community Council o Sponsor after school academic and social clubs, coach sports o Committees: Wellness, Gardening, Textbook Adoption, Family Night planning, event planning o Guest speakers and readers o Dad’s Club sponsored events

CFI communicates in a clear, timely and consistent manner: o Assistance will be provided or accommodations made to ensure that non-English speaking parents are supported o Main communications will be shared electronically through ManageBac and in print for those needing print media o Schools will communicate also through social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) o Principal and homeroom newsletters/blogs weekly; PTSA monthly communication o Weekly folders with student progress noted, Mid-terms and 9-week report cards o Phone calls and emails delivered through the IPS Connect-Ed system o Personal phone calls and/or emails from the teacher and/or room parent or parent liaison

This Family Involvement Policy will be reviewed, and if necessary, revised annually in the spring by CFI’s School and Community Council and the PTSA groups at CFI 2, CFI 84, CFI 27, and CFI 70.

All parents will have an opportunity to review the policy and suggest revisions annually.

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ResponsiveClassroomTheResponsiveClassroom(RC)modelisnationally-recognizedteachingapproach“basedonthe

premisethatchildrenlearnbestwhentheyhavebothacademicandsocial-emotionalskills.”Through

workwithRCresources,CFIstaffarecommittedtobuildingourcapacityandcultivatingshared

languagetocreatestudent-centeredlearningenvironmentsandcohesiveschoolcommunitiesutilizing

ResponsiveClassroomprotocolssuchasmorningmeeting,energizers,logicalconsequences,positive

teacherlanguage,andclosingcircles.

RestitutionWhenachild’schoiceofbehaviorcausesharmemotionallyorphysically,heorshemaybecounseled

toconductanactofrestitution.Thisisawayforthechildtotrytomakeamendsandsetthesituation

right.Someexamples:achildplayinginthecafeteriaspillsmilkonaclassmatecausingtheclassmate

tobecomeupset,offers tohelp clean themilkoff the child’s coat; a child sayingmean things toa

classmate,inadditiontoapologizing,mightmakeapointtosaythreenicethingsabouttheclassmate

ortocomplimentthem;achildthrowingarockintheairontheplaygroundbreaksaschoolwindow

wouldthenpayforthewindowreplacement,earningthemoneybydoingextrachoresathome.

IPSDisciplineDocumentationFamilies should refer to the IPS Student Code of Conduct for more detailed information about discipline. The code of conduct can be found at http://www.myips.org/Page/38736. Theguidingprinciples are tobe safe,respectful,andresponsible.IPSrequiresteachersandprincipalstodocumentbehaviorincidentsand

consequences electronically. In the event of major offenses, IPS policies and procedures will be

followed as outlined in the IPS Policy and Procedures Handbook and on the IPS website.

Consequencesformajoroffensesmayincludetheassignmenttoworkwiththebehavioradjustment

facilitator,suspensionwithaparentre-entryconference,and/orreferraltotheIPSdistrictadjudicator

for assignment to an alternative placement. Disruptive, defiant, disrespectful, and aggressive

behaviorswillnotbetoleratedatschool(duringtheschooldayoratafterschoolandeveningevents),

onthebus,oratthebusstop.Thereisnosuchthingas“playfighting”andnoexcuseof“Iwasjust

playing.”Allstudentsmustknowthattheyaresafeatschool.

SECTION504Section504isapartoftheRehabilitationActof1973thatprohibitsdiscriminationbaseduponone’s

disability.Section504isananti-discrimination,civilrightsstatutethatrequirestheneedsofstudents

withdisabilities tobemet as adequately as theneedsof thenon-disabledaremet. Please contact

yourschool’ssocialworkerforquestionsabout504plans.

SpecialEducationServicesTheSpecialEducationDepartmentworks incollaborationwithteachers,parentsandadministrators

to ensure that students with disabilities receive the appropriate instruction in an inclusive

environment and support they need to achieve. Special education and related services are offered

throughout the district to students aged three to twenty-one. For all inquiries regarding Special

Educationcompliance,pleasecontacttheschoolprincipal.

CFISchoolCompactTheCFISchoolCompactisprovidedtofamilies.Studentsandparentsarerequiredtosign(onourCFI

permissionform),attestingtothefacttheyhavereadandreviewedthedocumentstogether.

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RevisedFebruary10,2016 GRADE________

TheCenterforInquirySchoolCompactisdevelopedbyCFIadministrators,staff,parents,andcommunitymembersrepresentingallfourCFIsites.ItisarequireddocumentforschoolsreceivingTitleIgovernmentfunding.Therearethreesectionstothecompact:student,parent,andeducator.OurCFIdocumentisintendedtoassistfamilies,students,andstaffinremindingusthatweareallaccountableforunderstandingtheexpectationsthatallowustofunctionasavibrantandsupportivecommunityoflearnersasweworktogetherinpartnershipforthedevelopmentofeachCFIstudent.

StudentCompactAsaCFIstudent,Iherebyaffirmmycommitmenttomyacademicachievementandsuccess.AsanInternationalBaccalaureatestudent,IstrivetobeanInquirer,Knowledgeable,aThinker,aCommunicator,Principled,Open-minded,Caring,aRisk-taker,Balanced,andReflective.Todemonstratecommitmenttothisgoal,Ipledgeto:attendschoolontimedailyandreadytolearn.IfIamabsentfromortardytoschool,Iwillmakeupmissedworkasdirectedbymyteacher.takeresponsibilityforknowingwhatworkhasbeenassignedandneedstobecompleted,andwillturninprojectsandhomeworkontime.followtheessentialagreementsoftheschoolandmyclassroomandabidebytheCFISchoolCompact.reportbullyingbehaviorsandnotbullyothers(physically,verbally,orthroughsocialmedia/electronics).Thisincludesactionsatandawayfromschool.treatteachersandfellowclassmateswithrespectandcompassionandmeetmyschool’sbehaviorexpectations.discusswithmyparentsmydaily schoolactivitiesandshow themmyworkweekly, includingweekly foldersandnewslettersandwillmakemyparentsawareofManageBacpostings.dressappropriatelyaccordingtoschoolanddistrictpolicy.refrainfromusingalcoholorillegaldrugs,includingtobaccoandnotengageingangorcriminalactivity.acthonestly,respectfully,andresponsibly,strivingtosupporttheCFImissionstatementandmodeltheInternationalBaccalaureate(IB)LearnerProfileattributesthroughmyactions.practicegoodworkhabitsanddomypersonalbestworkdaily,fullyparticipatinginmyeducation.makehealthychoiceswithrespecttonutrition,exerciseandadequatesleep.practicehospitalitywhenguestsvisitmyschoolandclassroom.

Together,withacaringadultandmyteachers,Iwillmakeeducationmy#1priority.StudentSignature__________________________________Date___________

PrintedName_____________________________________

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Parent/GuardianCompactAsacaringParent/Guardian,Iherebyaffirmmycommitmenttotheacademicachievementandsuccessofmychild.IpledgetomakethepursuitofknowledgeapriorityinmyhouseholdandtomodelandinstillinmychildtheInternationalBaccalaureateLearnerProfileattributes:Inquirers,Knowledgeable,Thinkers,Communicators,Principled,Open-minded,Caring,Risk-takers,Balanced,andReflective.Todemonstrateacommitmenttothisgoal,CFIparentspledgeto:reviewtheIPSandCFIhandbooksandpolicies,theCFISchoolCompact,aswellasthetransportationpolicieswithmychildanddemonstratesupportofpolicyimplementation.supporttheCFImissionstatementandInternationalBaccalaureate(IB)programcomponents.attendandparticipateinthefallandspringparent/studentconferences.ensurethatmychildremainsalcoholanddrugfree,includingtobacco,andrefrainsfromengagingingangorcriminalactivity.monitormychild’sTVandelectronicuse,includingtheuseofsocialmedia.follow the Indiana anti-bullying law and CFI’s commitment to ensure a respectful environment free of bullyingbehavior.ensure thatmy child attends schooldaily, arrivingon timeand ready for the schooldayaccording to the Indianaattendance law, includingwearingappropriate schooluniformdress, andhavingadequatesleep,propernutrition,andsufficientmedicalcare.abidebystatemandatesthatimpacttheschoolincludingparticipationinstate/nationaltesting.reportschoolabsencespromptlyandensurethatmychildmake-upallrequiredclassandhomeworkassignmentsduetoschoolabsenceortardiness.listen anddiscusswithmy child their daily school activities, assignments, newsletters,weekly folder reports, andreportcardssenthomewithmychildand/oronManageBac.supportmychild incompletingschoolassignmentsandprojectsandlettheteacherknowif Inoticeanyproblemsandaskforassistanceandresourcesifneededtosupportmychild'sacademicachievement.providetheschoolwithcurrentaddress,phonenumbers,andemailaddressandnotifytheschoolofanychanges.treatmychild’steachersasavaluableresourceandworkcooperativelywiththemtosupportacademicgrowthandbehaviorexpectationsincludingrespondingtorequestsforconsultationsandconferences.makepositiveandrespectfulbehaviortheexpectationandmodelthisexpectationathomeandschool.respondtoinvitationstovolunteerwithintheclassroomandschool.supportmychild’sinvolvementinschoolextra-curricularactivities.Together,mychildandI,inpartnershipwiththeCenterforInquiry’seducators,willmakeeducationour#1priority.BysigningthisCFISchoolCompact,IamaffirmingmystrongandongoingcommitmenttowardtheacademicdevelopmentandsuccessofmychildandagreeingtoexemplifytheInternationalBaccalaureateLearnerProfileattributesofcaringandknowledgeable.

Parent/GuardianSignature___________________________________________Date___________

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CFIEducatorCompactAsaCFIEducator/SchoolStaffmember,Iherebyaffirmmycommitmenttotheacademicachievementandsuccessofeachchild.IpledgetomodelandinstillinourchildrentheInternationalBaccalaureateLearnerProfileattributes:Inquirers,Knowledgeable,Thinkers,Communicators,Principled,Open-minded,Caring,Risk-takers,Balanced,andReflective.Todemonstratecommitmenttothisgoal,Ipledgeto:support the school compact, International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, CFI program elements, and schoolpolicies.enforcetherulesandpoliciesoftheschoolanddistrictinafairandnon-discriminatorymanner.maximizeinstructionaltimetofacilitatelearningforallstudents.fullyimplementtheagreeduponInternationalBaccalaureatecurriculumoftheschool.communicatewithparentsinmultiplewaysaccordingtotheschoolplanoutlinedintheCFIFamilyhandbook.be timely, clear, and respectful in communications to students, parents, and colleagues including instruction,homework,schedules,andevents.engage students in subject matter content, processes, independent thinking, and problem-solving skills at eachchild’sgrade levelorabove,or ifapplicable,ata level indicatedby thespecialeducation IndividualizedEducationPlan(IEP).work cooperatively with parents and colleagues to maximize student achievement and success, differentiatinginstructiontoensureeverychildislearningattheirhighestlevel.ensurethatstudentsandtheirparentsareinformedofmissedclass-workandhomeworkduetoabsenceortardinessandtheexpectedduedatesforthecompletionofthework.expressinvitationalpracticesthatmakeitcleartoparentstheyarewantedandneededintheclassroomandschoolandprovideclearvolunteeropportunitieswhicharecommunicatedfrequently.followtheIPSDisciplinePolicyfordocumentingstudentbehaviorandholdingstudentsaccountablefortheiractions,whileguidingthemtomakepositivechoices.facilitateclassroomandschool-widecommunitybuildingthroughResponsiveClassroomtechniques.ensurethatIamavailabletostudentsandparents/guardiansattheirrequestandmakesurethattheyhaveaccesstocontactme.modelarespectfulandcaringenvironmentthatsupportspositivecommunicationwithallstakeholders.provideanenvironmentfreeofviolence,alcohol,illegaldrugs,andtobacco.

Together,withmycolleaguesandparents/guardians,Iwillmakeeducationmy#1priority.EducatorSignature__________________________________Date___________

TheCFISchoolCompactwillbereviewed,andifnecessary,revisedannuallyinthespringbytheCFISchoolandCommunityCouncilandthePTSAgroupsatCFI2,CFI84,CFI27andCFI70.

Allparentswillhaveanopportunitytoreviewthepolicyandsuggestrevisionsannually.

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DistrictPoliciesandGuidelinesIPSPoliciesandSuperintendentGuidelinesmaybefoundontheIPSwebsiteundertheBoardof

SchoolCommissionerslink.

IPSBullyPreventionPolicyBullyingisprohibitedintheIndianapolisPublicSchools(IPS)asreferencedinIndianaCode20-33-8-0.2

andIPSBoardPolicyNo.5517.01Bullyingisdefinedasovert,unwanted,repeatedactsorgestures,

includingverbalorwrittencommunicationsorimagestransmittedinanymanner(includingdigitally

orelectronically),physicalactscommitted,aggression,oranyotherbehaviorsthatarecommittedby

astudentorgroupofstudentsagainstanotherstudentwiththeintenttoharass,ridicule,humiliate,

intimidate,orharmthetargetedstudentandcreateforthetargetedstudentanobjectivelyhostile

environment.

Studentsmaynotengageinbullyingonschoolgrounds,orwhiletravelingtoorfromaschoolora

schoolactivity,functionorevent.Further,bullyingisprohibitedoffschoolgroundswhileusing

propertyorequipmentprovidedbytheschoolorwhileattendingaschoolactivity,function,orevent.

Principalsareresponsibleforinformingstudents,parents,teachersandstaffthatbullyingwillnotbe

toleratedandwillbesubjecttodisciplinaryactionuptoandincludingsuspensionand

expulsion.Further,,principalsareencouragedtoengagestudents,staff,andparentsinmeaningful

discussionsaboutthenegativeaspectsofbullying.Theparentinvolvementmaybethroughparent

organizationsalreadyinplaceineachschool.

Parentsorstudentswhosuspectthatbullyingistakingplaceshouldreportthemattertothe

principal.Uponreceivingthereport,theprincipalwillinvestigatethematteratthebuildingleveland

consequenceswillbeassessedasappropriate,consistentwiththeBoard'spolicyentitled"Student

Discipline."

IPS“Sexting”PolicyItisIPSPolicythat“astudentmaynotpossess,view,send,orsharepicturesortexthavingsexual

contentwhilethestudentisonschoolgrounds,atschool-sponsoredeventsoronschoolbusesand

othervehiclesprovidedbyIPS.Thispolicystrictlyprohibitssexualmaterialinelectronicoranyother

formandincludes,butisnotlimitedto,sexualmaterialcontainedinacellulartelephone,camera

phone,orpersonaldigitalassistantandsexualmaterialtransmittedbytextmessage,e-mail,orany

electroniccommunicationdevice.Astudentwhoviolatesthispolicyissubjecttosuspensionor

expulsion.”Studentsandparentsneedtobeawareoftheconsequences–someofthemlife-altering

–ofhavingsexualmaterialatschool,includingonyourcellphoneorotherelectroniccommunication

device.

TitleIXPolicyForbiddingSexDiscriminationandSexualHarassmentofStudentsPolicyagainstsexdiscriminationInaccordancewithapplicablelaw,includingTitleIXoftheEducationAmendmentsof1972andthe

IndianaCivilRightsLaw,itisthepolicyofIndianapolisPublicSchoolsthatnostudentwillbeexcluded

fromparticipationin,bedeniedthebenefitsof,orbesubjectedtodiscriminationinanyeducation

programoractivityonthebasisofsex.Astudentmaynot,onthebasisofsex,belimitedinthe

enjoymentofanyright,privilege,advantage,oropportunity,includingcourses,extracurricular

activities,benefits,andfacilities.

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ProhibitionagainstsexualharassmentThepolicyagainstsexdiscriminationincludesaprohibitionagainstsexualharassment.Sexual

harassmentconsistsofsexualadvances,sexualgestures,requestsforsexualfavors,orotherverbalor

physicalconductofasexualnaturethatisunwelcomeandthatlimitsordenies,onthebasisofsex,a

student’sabilitytoparticipateinorbenefitfromtheeducationprogram.

ThispolicyprohibitssexualharassmentbyanemployeeoragentofIPS,byanotherstudent,andby

thirdpartieswhocomeincontactwithstudentsatschooloratschool-relatedactivities.Thispolicy

alsoprohibitsanyemployeefrombeinginalockedroomwithastudent.

TitleIXCoordinatorIPShasdesignatedaTitleIXCoordinator,whohasresponsibilityforIPS’scompliancewithTitleIX,

includingdirectingtheinvestigationofcomplaintsandreportsofsexdiscriminationandharassment

andassuringthatpromptandeffectivecorrectiveactionistaken.CalltheIPSCallCenter226-4000

andaskfortheTitleIXCoordinator.

MakingaComplaintParentsandstudentsareencouragedtosubmitacomplaintorprovideinformationaboutsuspected

sexdiscriminationorharassmentpromptlysothatIPScantakeappropriateactiontoresolvethe

situation.Aparentorstudentshouldmakethecomplaintorreportorallyorinwritingtothebuilding

administrator,schoolcounselor,schoolsocialworker,ordirectlytotheTitleIXCoordinator.Areport

shouldbemadeassoonaspossibleafterthecomplained-ofincident,preferablywithintendaysafter

theparenthasbeennotifiedbyastudentofsexdiscriminationorharassmentsothatIPScanaddress

thematterwhilememoriesarefreshandbeforeasituationbecomesmoresevere.However,IPS

wouldcontinuetoacceptcomplaintsaftertheten-dayfilingperiod.

EveryemployeeofIPSisrequiredimmediatelytoreportinwritingtotheTitleIXCoordinator

suspectedsexdiscriminationorharassmentofastudentwhetheritisbasedontheemployee’s

witnessingsuchconductoroninformationfromthestudent,thestudent’sparent,orathirdparty.

InvestigationandCorrectiveActionTheTitleIXCoordinatorwillpromptlyinvestigate,ordirecttheinvestigationof,complaintsand

reportsofsexdiscriminationorharassment.Theinvestigationwillbecompletedinatimelymanner,

thetimedependingonthenatureandcomplexityoftheissuesbutgenerallytakingnomorethan30

days.

TheTitleIXCoordinatorwillassistthebuildingprincipalindeterminingwhethertotakeinterim

measuresduringtheinvestigationandwhetherIPSisrequiredtoreporttheincidentthatisthe

subjectofthecomplainttoChildProtectiveServices.

Attheconclusionoftheinvestigation,theTitleIXCoordinatorwillreporttheresulttothe

Superintendent,including,whereappropriate,makingarecommendationforreasonable,timely,age-

appropriate,andeffectivecorrectionaction.TheSuperintendentmayimposedisciplineuptoand

includingarecommendationforemployeeterminationorstudentexpulsion.TheTitleIXCoordinator

willadvisetheComplainantandthepersonaccusedofmisconduct,inwriting,whetherornotthe

allegationswerefoundtobesubstantiated.

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ExcepttotheextentanemployeeorstudenthasastatutoryrighttochallengetheSuperintendent’s

recommendationforexpulsionorterminationoranemployeehasacollectivelybargainedrightto

challengetheimpositionofdiscipline,thedecisionoftheSuperintendentisfinal.

GuidelinesTheSuperintendentisdirectedtopromulgateadministrativeguidelinesandarrangeforappropriate

trainingforimplementationofthispolicy.Theguidelineswillincludecomplaintproceduresproviding

forpromptandequitableresolutionofcomplaintsallegingsexdiscriminationorharassmentofa

student.ThispolicyshouldbereadinconjunctionwithIPS’generalanti-harassmentpolicyand

proceduresforreportingabuseandneglecttoChildProtectiveServices.

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IPSUniformDressCodeforGradeK-8The IPSdresscode isn’t justabouthowstudents look, it’sabouthowstudentsbehaveandachieve.

Proper attire is the first step in creating a classroom environment that provides a laser focus on

instruction,notfashion.TheDressCodePolicyisalsolocatedontheIPSwebsite.

H. Tights/Leggings • Any color/pattern § No fishnet

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RESTRICTEDATTIREThefollowingarticlesofclothingorstylesofdressarestrictlyforbiddenwhileinIPSschools,orwhile

attendingathleticeventsorotherschool-sponsoredactivitiesduringschoolhours:§ Nohatsorhoodsworninbuildingduringtheschoolday

§ Nodenimpants,shirts,shorts,skirts,skorts,capris,jumpersorjackets

§ Nooversizedpantsorshirts

§ Nopantswornbelowthewaistor“sagging”

§ Nooverallsorcoveralls

§ Nosweatpants/sweatsuits,joggingpants/suits,warm-uppants/suits,athleticpants/shorts

§ Noknit,nylon,spandex,bikingorgymshortsorpants

§ Nospandex,nylonorknittightlyfittedclothes

§ Noskintightdressesortops

§ Notanktops,tubetops,haltertops,meshtops,midrifftops,spaghettistraptops

§ Nosleevelesstops

§ Noshirtswithruffles

§ Noshirtsmadeofshinymaterials

§ Not-shirtsortalltees

§ Nosunglasses

§ Nopajamatopsorbottoms

§ Noflip-flops/slippers/sandals/barefeet/exposedtoes

§ No“heelies”or“wheelies”(i.e.athleticshoeswithskates)

§ Noclothingorotheritemwithoffensive,lewd,vulgar,obsceneorhatelanguage,slogansorpictures

§ Nobuttons,jewelryorotheraccessoriescontaininglewd,vulgar,obscene,hateoroffensivemessagesor

picturesorwhichadvocateoradvertisetheuseofdrugsoralcohol

§ Nosecretsociety,fraternityorsororitysymbolsorlettering

§ Nohairrollers,combs,picks,orcosmetologyclamps

§ Noscarves,headrags,doorags,bandanas,sweatbands,hats,capsorotherheadcoverings(Note:Approvalforcertainreligiouscustomsarepermittedbyapprovaloftheschooladministration,i.e.Muslim

femaleheadcoverings,Jewishmaleheadcovering)

§ Novisibleunderpants,thongs,bras,camisolesorotherclothingitemsconsideredbytheprincipaltobe

undergarments.

§ Noclothingalteredbycuts,slitsorholesorthatinanywayexposestheskin

§ Nodetachablegoldteethorfangs(unlessrequiredbyadentistwithwrittendocumentationonfile).

§ Nogrillsorfangs

Anythingelsetheprincipalordesigneedeemsinappropriateordisruptivetotheeducationalenvironmentwill

beprohibited.

Nostudentshallbeconsiderednon-compliantwiththeuniformdresspolicyinthefollowinginstances:

1. Wearingabutton,armbandorotheraccessorytoexercisetherighttofreedomofexpressionasprovidedbylaw,unless

thebutton,armbandorotheraccessorysignifiesorisrelatedto:gangs,gangmembershiporgangactivity;hategroups;lewd

orprofaneexpressions,symbolsorsigns;drugsand/ordruguse;drinkingoralcohol;derogatorystatementsorexpressions;

etc.(Theprincipalorhis/herdesigneewillmaketheofficialdeterminationoftheappropriatenessofthebuttonorother

expressionofspeech)

2. Wearingtheuniformofanationallyrecognizedyouthorganization,suchastheBoyScoutsortheGirlScouts,onregular

meetingdays

3. WearingtheuniformofJROTCorotherschoolmilitaryprogramsontherequireduniformdays

4. Wearinguniformmodificationsspecifiedinawaiverobtainedfromthedistrictbyaparentorguardian

5. Wearingnon-uniformappareloncampusoutsideofthenormalschoolhours

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AcronymsAllorganizationsuseacronyms!Toassistwithcommunication,someofourcommonacronymsfollow:

Acronym Definition

504Plan Individualplantoaddressstudents’academicneedsrelatedtomedicaldiagnoses

ARI AnalyticalReadingInventory

ELL EnglishLanguageLearner

ENL EnglishasaNewLanguage

HA HighAbility:referstoastudentidentifiedwithhighabilitiesorgiftedacademically.

IBInternational Baccalaureate. IB schools are internationally recognized for a curriculum

thatemphasizesglobalawareness.

IEP IndividualEducationPlan:developedforstudentswithspecialneeds.

IRDA IndianaReadingDiagnosticAssessment

IREAD-3 IndianaReadingEvaluationandDetermination(IREAD-3)

ISTEP+ IndianaStatewideTestingforEducationalProgressPlus

M-Team

Themultidisciplinaryteamincludestheschoolpsychologist,specialeducationpersonnel,

theprincipal,andsocialworker.Thisteammeetsweeklytoreviewstudentprogressand

makedecisionsregardingthetestingofstudentsforspecialeducation.

MTSSMulti-Tier Student Support: This team of school-based educators meets to examine

studentprogressanddevelopRTIorbehaviorsupportplansifneeded.

MYP MiddleYearsProgrammeoftheIB:grade6-8atCFI

NWEA

Northwest Evaluation Association provides Measures of Academic Progress (MAP)

formativeassessments.CFIstudentsingrades3-8takethisonlineformativeassessment

three timesper year. Studentgrowth ismeasuredand communicated to students and

parents.

PIT ParentsInTouch:parent-teacherconferenceday.

PLC

ProfessionalLearningCommunity:Teachersmeetweeklywiththeirgradelevelteam,the

literacy coach, the IB coordinator, and theprincipal toplan curriculum,assess student

progress,andevaluateteachingandlearningstrategies.

PTSA Parent-Teacher-Student-Association.AllCFIschoolshaveaPTSA.

PYP PrimaryYearsProgrammeoftheIB:gradeK-5atCFI

RTI

Response to Intervention/Instruction: Interventions that are put into place to address

students’ academic needswhen the child is performingbelowexpectations. TheMTSS

team meets regularly to review student progress and to develop an action plan to

addressstudents’needs.Thechild’sareinvitedtoparticipate.

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