WASHINGTON SCHOOL Where learning is number one

2016-17 Handbook

Bulldog Pride

For student absences, please call the school office at 885-7376 by 8:20 a.m.

Visit our Website at www.beaverdam.k12.wi.us

Table of Contents

Welcome, Washington School PTO, Non- discrimination statement…………………. Page 1

Beaver Dam Unified School District Core Strategic Plan……………………………... Page 2

Beaver Dam Unified School District Mission Statement …………………………….. Page 3

School Calendar …………………………………………………………………..…… Page 4

School Staff …………………………………………………………………………… Page 5

Washington Address and Phone Number …………………………………………….. Page 5

School Schedule/Arrival & Dismissal Times …………………………………………. Page 6

School Building Security ……………………………………………………………… Page 6

Attendance Policy……………………………………………………………………... Page 7

Safe Arrival to School Program ………………………………………………………. Page 8

Absences …………………………………………………………………………..….. Page 8

Emergency Contacts ……………………………………………………………… ….. Page 8

Leaving School Mid-Day for Appointments …………………………………….. ….. Page 8

YMCA Programs ……………………….. …………………………………………… Page 8

Students’ Photos and Names in Media ………………………………………………. Page 8

Bulldog Pride …………………………………………….……………………………. Page 8

Personal Electronic Devices…………………………………………………………… Page 9

Valuables/Toys/Scooters………………………..…………………………………….. Page 9

Classroom Parties/ Class Lists/ Birthday Party Invitations ………………………. ….. Page 9

Student Directory Data Information ………………………………………………….. Page 9

Breakfast Program ……………….......………………………………………………… Page 10

Lunch Program ………………………………………………………………………… Page 10

Milk Program …………………………………………………………………………. Page 10

Emergency Weather Information, Dress for Weather……………………………..….. Page 11

Tornado Information …………………………………………………………………. Page 11

Partners are Learning – An Academic Support Program ……………………………… Page 11

Title 1 and Reading Recovery ………………………………………………………… Page 11

Financial Assistance for Families ……………………………………………………. Page 12

Physical Education, Art Program, General Music, Band/Orchestra …………………. Page 12

Immunizations …………………………………………………………………….….. Page 12

Bus and Car Loading Zones…………………………………………………………… Page 13

Crossing Guards and Safety Patrol …………………………………………………… Page 13

Bicycle Safety ……….……………………………………………………………….. Page 13

Animals at school ……………………………………………………………………… Page 13

Reporting Student Progress to Parents ……………………………………………….. Page 14

Counseling and Consultation ………………….…………………………………. ….. Page 14

Special Education ………………………………………………………………… ….. Page 14

Parent/Guardian Rights to the Curriculum…………………………………………….. Page 15

In-District Alternate School Placement, Open Enrollment………………………………. Page 15

ELL Mission Statement………………………………………………………….…….. Page 16

Medication at School………………………………………………………….……….. Page 17

School Visitor Policies………………………………………………………….……… Pages 18-20

Appendix……………………………………………………………….Board of Education Policies

WEWEWEWELCOME TO WASHINGTON SCHOOLLCOME TO WASHINGTON SCHOOLLCOME TO WASHINGTON SCHOOLLCOME TO WASHINGTON SCHOOL

Washington School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) A number of parent and family activities are provided each year. There is no membership requirement, and you're welcome at any PTO meeting. Childcare is usually provided. The PTO leaders are President: Effie Siomos (382-4024), V. President: Jaclyn Mecalis, (262-617-0253), Secretary: Ella LaDronka (885-5144), Treasurer: Lisa Sutton.

PLEASE NOTE PARENTS. . . You will notice a security monitor located near the main Grove Street

entrance. When you come to the front door, just push the button and identify yourself. The

office staff will then automatically allow you to enter. Please go to the office where you will receive

a name tag. This ensures students and staff that you are a parent or guardian.

STUDENT NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Board of Education dos not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, sex, (including transgender status, change of sex or gender identity), or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability (“Protected Classes”

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Washington School Staff

Phone number – 885-7436 (see extension)

Laura Maron, Principal (885-7376 or 885-7436 ext. 4401)

Teachers and Pupil Services Amy Kowalski (ext. 4429)………………………………….………. Kindergarten Diana Skare (ext. 4441)………………………………………….….. Kindergarten Jennifer Meyers (4432) ……...…………………………………….… Grade 1 Meri Kay Streblow (ext. 4442)……………………………………… Grade 1/Interim Principal Julie Steil (ext. 4402)…………………………………………………. Grade 2 Kati Sandberg (ext. 4431)……………………………………………. Grade 2 Stefanie Buss (ext. 4403)………………………………………...….. Grade 3 Ryan Radig (ext. 4433)…………………………………………..…... Grade 3 Dale Hallman (ext. 4405) ……………………………………….….. Grade 4 Celina Alvin (ext. 4443……………………………………………… Grade 4 Heidi Mehan (ext.4415)……………………………………………… Grade 5 Kendra Yadro (ext. 4714) ……………………………………...……. Grade 5

Angela Brahm (ext. 4426 )………………………………………….. Special Education Tara Okon (ext. 4404) ……………………………………….……… Special Education Rachel Godshall (ext. 4664)…………………………………………. Music Melissa Aschebrook (ext. 4132)……………………………………. Music

JC Madorin (ext. 3217)…………………………………………..... Physical Education Julia Steiner (ext. 4412)…………………………………………….. Art Susan Lord (ext. 4440) ……………………………………………… Reading Recovery/Title 1 Darci Mosher (ext. 4331) …………………………………………… Speech and Language Stacie Heier (ext. 4109) ………..…………………………………… Occupational Therapy Kelly Minnig (ext. 1115) ……………………………………………. School Psychologist Nicole Vessey (ext. 1147)……………………...............................….. Pupil Services Rick Eckerstorfer (ext. 2118)………………………….…………….. Pupil Services Louise Wilson (885-7470 ext. 1138)…………………………………. School Nurse Kathi Wiedenhoeft (ext. 1156)………………………………………. GATE

Support Staff

Terri Wilber (ext. 4400) ……………………………………………… School Secretary Traci Kennedy (ext. 4444)…………………………………………… Receptionist Joe Lord (ext. 4449)………………………………………………..… Custodian Merlin Goss (885-7376) …………………………………………. Custodian Doris Brown (ext. 4470)…. ………………………………………… Food Service

Marianne Breitzka (ext.4422)………………………………………… Library Assistant Linda Bilke (885-7376)………………………………………………. Teacher Assistant Gail Tiedt (885-7376)………………………………………………… Teacher Assistant Frieda Kern (885-7376……………………………………………….. Teacher Assistant Tracy Dietz (885-7376)……………………………………………….. Teacher Assistant Mary Reddie (885-7376)………….………………………………….. Teacher Assistant Brenda Schumacher (885-7376)……………………………………… Teacher Assistant Trisha Posthuma (885-7376) …………………………………………. Teacher Assistant Kristy Sparacio (885-7376)…………………………………………… Teacher Assistant

Address and Phone Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Washington Elementary School Phone: (920) 885-7376 Fax: (920) 885-7379 600 Grove Street Beaver Dam, WI 53916

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School Schedule for Grades K-5

Morning Session: 8:20-12:00 p.m. Afternoon Session: 12:00 -3:17 p.m. Lunch/Noon Recess 11:00-12:40 p.m. Supervised Playground: 8:10-8:15 a.m. 11:20-12:10 p.m.

Weather Related Late Start Days: School starts at 10:20 a.m. – Washington School Or as announced on WBEV/WXRO

NO BREAKFAST OR MORNING MILK WILL BE SERVED ON LATE START DAYS.

Arrival and Dismissal The welcome bell rings at 8:15 a.m. and classes begin at 8:20 a.m. Staff members supervise the playground

beginning at 8:10 a.m. Students should not arrive before 8:10 a.m. Parents should drop students off on Center Street by the playground. If parents choose to drop students off on Grove Street, the students must go

around the outside of the building to the playground. Students may not cut through the building to get to

the playground or enter the building without permission from one of the supervisors outside. There are some situations in which students may enter the building early: Y-Care (Use door by parking lot), breakfast students (use door by parking lot), Safety Patrol, students entering with parents for meetings, etc., or anyone bringing class assignments or treats etc. that cannot be easily held onto while on the playground. Occasionally students may enter early that have permission from a staff member. This will be worked out on an individual basis. Students that may need to use the bathroom must ask an outside supervisor and only that student may enter building. PALs – enter front door and meet PAL. When weather warrants it (rain or cold) all students will be allowed in the building at 8:10. Kindergarteners will go to their room, and grades 1-5 will gather in the gymnasium.

Dismissal is at 3:17 p.m. Students are asked to leave the building soon after dismissal unless they are under the teacher's guidance. Parents will be notified if a child remains in school beyond 3:25 p.m. for special projects, help, or make-up time. In an effort to minimize congestion and to be safe in the hallways after school, we ask that parents and others who are authorized to pick-up students, meet outside at an agreed upon exit door. Pickup areas are as follows: Kindergarten: Door W1 – located on the playground side of the building near the Kindergarten classrooms. Grade 1: Door W2 – located on the playground side of the building near the 1st grade classrooms. Grades 2 – 5: Can be picked up on the Grove Street side of the building.

Middle School students should wait OUTSIDE at the designated exit for siblings.

School Building Security In light of the heightened concerns both statewide and in our school district about the safety of children and staff at school, we have improved building security. The safety measures listed below allow us to more carefully monitor visitors.

• If a student is leaving school early for an appointment, parents should come into the office to pick up their child.

• Exterior doors of Washington School will be locked after 8:25 a.m. every day. There is a security monitor located at the Grove Street front entrance. When you come to the front door, just push the button and identify yourself. The office staff will then automatically allow you to enter.

• Parents and visitors sign-in and get a name tag at the office before going to classrooms if they are volunteering or attending classroom events.

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ATTENDANCE

Regular school attendance is essential for student achievement. A record of attendance is required by state law and is carefully noted in a student's permanent record. Wisconsin State Statute 118.151(a) mandates compulsory school attendance for all children until the end of the term in which they become 18 years of age or graduate. Attendance at school is primarily the responsibility of the student and the parent. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to provide reasons for their child’s absence.

Please see page 8 for Washington School absence reporting information.

Absences Excusable Under School Board Policy

The School Board, in accordance with State of Wisconsin Statute 118.15, defines acceptable reasons for which pupils may be absent (excused) by the parent (or guardian), other than illness: Health care appointments (repetitive appointments should be scheduled at various times of the school day). Per Wisconsin State Law, a parent/guardian may excuse their child from school for up to ten (10) days per school year. The student must be excused in writing prior to his or her absence and the absence must be for a full school day. Examples of this type of absence include:

• illness

• funerals

• required court appearances

• programs at prospective college or university campuses

• religious observances required by church of preference

• family trip (includes hunting)

• family wedding

• driver’s license examination Excessive excused absences are monitored with parental involvement. The school reserves the right under Wisconsin State Statute 118.15(3) to require further verification of the reason for repeated or extended absences. In the event that a student has a significant number of absences related to illness, the school through the office of the school health supervisor will work with parents to develop a health plan for the student. The school may request doctor’s notes at any time. If absences are due to illness or medical appointments, it is suggested that the student provide medical documentation whenever possible to be eligible for medical exemption to the state statute, attendance protocol, and school board policy requirements for student attendance. We understand that student absences may exceed ten (10) days throughout the school year in rare circumstances. Any and all absences in excess of ten require administrative approval. Anticipated absence forms are available in the school office. Arrangements for anticipated absences must be made at least two days prior to the anticipated absence. A student may be excused from regular school attendance to participate in a program or curriculum modification. A student’s parent/guardian may request, in writing, to provide the child with program or curriculum modification as provided by Wisconsin State Statute 118.15(d) and 118.15(1)(dm). (School Board Policy 5200)

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Safe Arrival Program There has been a growing concern for the safe arrival of children to school each day. We need a call from

parents prior to a child's absence by 8:20 a.m. (885-7376). A voice mail machine will record calls before 7:30 a.m. It is very important that our school office is notified of any absences or late arrivals of students. On occasion we don't receive a call about a child's absence. If that occurs, you will receive either a call from our office, or an automated call will be placed to insure the safety of our students.

Absences Regular school attendance is essential for your child's education. However, we do not expect a student who is ill to attend school. Parents are asked to report to the office any communicable diseases their children contract. The secretary or school nurse will be able to tell you how long your child must stay out of school for the various

diseases. It is encouraged that parents request a note from their child’s doctor when a child is absent due

to an appointment. In order for an absence to be coded as medically excused, a doctor’s note is required;

the absence will be excused but not as a medical excuse if a note is not provided.

Emergency Contacts Registration forms include information about parents' worksites and emergency contacts. If you change

jobs, please let us know so that we can contact you in an emergency. It is also very important to have two

additional local people listed for emergency contacts, in case we can't reach parents.

Leaving School Mid-Day for Appointments Students who need to leave school during the day for doctor or dentist appointments, should be picked up by parents in the office, rather than in the classroom or at outside doors. Students should sign out when leaving and sign in upon their return. Park on Grove Street, rather than Center Street for appointment pick-ups. If

you’ll be taking your child out of school, call the secretary with the time you’ll want to meet in the office. Please allow ample time to come into the school.

Y-Care Program (Before and After School) The YMCA offers a before and after school program at Washington School for school-age children. For details on this program, call the YMCA, 887-8811.

Y-Care No School The YMCA conducts an optional recreational program at Washington School on Late Start staff development mornings and many days during the year when school is not in session.

Students’ Photos or Names in Media Throughout the year, pictures of students participating in various activities are published in the local newspaper. If that would cause a problem for you or your child, please call our office at 885-7376 to let us know. We will make every effort to maintain your child's privacy.

Bulldog Pride We are positively rewarding students for both academic achievement and positive behavior. When your child earns a BULLDOG PRIDE AWARD, you will want to talk with him or her about the award. When a student earns the Bulldog Pride Award for a piece of exemplary school work, it will be displayed for one week in the showcase by the E2 doors. If your child receives a Bulldog Pride Award it is an accomplishment to be proud of.

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PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Understanding that technology has changed the way young adults communicate, the district recognizes that students will bring cell phones and other technologies into the school setting. The task of the school is to educate students in the appropriate uses of this technology. The responsibility of students is to use this technology in a manner that does not interfere with teaching and learning. When technological devices, such as cell phones are used during the day in the school setting, there is an understanding that this device could be used to bully other students, photograph or communicate via text messaging information concerning course work, or be a general disruption to the instructional process.

• Electronics are not allowed in locker rooms or bathrooms. Possible consequences include: o Suspension o Police involvement o Electronic device confiscated

• Students are not allowed to use electronics in the classroom unless approved by the classroom teachers. Students may only use electronics before school, after school. Electronics that are being used during the classroom will be confiscated and returned at the end of the day to a parent/guardian.

• Any photographs or videos taken during the school day must have prior approval from the administration or designated staff member.

(School Board Policy 5136)

Toys/Scooters/Valuables Students are requested not to bring any toys, trading cards, or personal CD players, etc. to school. Scooters and bikes can be ridden to school, but not used on the playground. Bicycle racks are provided for students on the corner of Center and Gilmore and also on Grove Street. If children must bring money or valuables, they should leave them with their teachers or bring them to the office for safekeeping.

Classroom Parties Two classroom parties are held school wide during the school year for the Winter Holiday and Valentine’s Day. Parties begin at approximately 2:15 p.m. and continue until the usual dismissal time of 3:17. Watch the newsletter for notice of party days.

Class Lists/Birthday Party Invitations Should a class list be needed, they can be obtained from the office. Class directories will be distributed in

October. At the request of teachers and many parents, birthday party invitations should not be handed out

at school.

Student Directory Data Information In compliance with Wisconsin Statutes 118.125 (2)(j), the Board of Education is required to identify parts of students records as “Directory Data.” Information so designated will be released unless a parent or guardian specifically requests that all or part of it remain completely and not be released for any reason.

The purpose of this law is to make it legal for the school to publish honor rolls, specific information on athletic and concert programs, school newspapers, yearbooks, news releases about honors received, and so on. It also permits the school to provide directory data information to the WIAA, colleges and universities, vocational schools, other institutions for work permit age certification, and other agencies upon request in accordance with the law. “Directory data” for Beaver Dam students means those pupil records which include the pupil’s name, address, date of birth, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, photographs, awards received, and the name of the school most recently attended by the pupil. All other information in the student record is confidential, in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes 118.125. Parents are requested to advise the school principal in writing in September of any items of Directory Data they prefer not to be released by the district as outlined above.

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Lunch Program The Beaver Dam Unified School District Food Service uses an automated lunch accounting system to record lunch payments and to monitor food transactions. The system functions as a debit system (not a credit system) similar to a checking account.

Hot lunch payments for all children in the family (elementary, middle school and high school), will be credited to a family account and can be made at any school office. Elementary hot lunch is $2.55 a day. Parents are encouraged to maintain a positive balance in their family account. Parents should send lunch money to school with their child for deposit in their family account. Whether a family has one or more students at any of the district schools, one child per family can make the deposits to cover all. Deposits can be of any amount to cover lunch fees for several weeks or months at a time. Family account balances from the previous year carry over to the next year. Families with low account balances will be notified either by letter or through an automated phone calling system. Contact our office if you have questions about the automated lunch program.

Family Access is a new tool for parents to use to keep in touch with their child’s activities at school via the

internet. Family Access gives parents the opportunity to log into the school district’s database and obtain

information concerning their child’s lunch account balance and attendance.

You can contact our school office if you are having trouble connecting to Family Access.

If your child is going to arrive late to school, please call the office (885-7376) before 8:20 a.m., so that a hot lunch will be available. Lunches must be ordered before 8:30 a.m., so please call early. Students who arrive late to school will receive lunch choice “C” unless they have a cold lunch or have called before 8:30 to order lunch.

Cold lunch is also an option on a regular or occasional basis. Chocolate or white milk is available for 40 cents for students taking cold lunch and will be taken out of the automated lunch system, Soda is not allowed for lunch.

We'd like to invite you to come to lunch, as students usually love to have Mom or Dad eat lunch with them. Parents are charged $3.70 for hot lunch and are welcome for lunch anytime. Please call the school office by 8:50 a.m. for parent hot lunch orders or bring a sack lunch.

IMPORTANT LUNCH ACCOUNT INFORMATION!! Family school lunch accounts should always have a positive balance. They run on a debit system (reducing

from the deposit), rather than a credit system (you pay back what you've charged). To help families keep a

positive balance, we use an automated phone call and e-mail system to warn you when you have a low balance.

If your account goes negative, you will receive a phone call from the food service office asking you to make a

deposit. If the account gets to -$20.00, we will start providing a sandwich and a carton of milk to the

children for up to a week so that they don't go hungry and you can arrange to make a deposit. After a week, though, the account will be suspended and your child will not be allowed to take lunch. If you have a negative balance, please bring it current. If you need to make payment arrangements,

please contact the food service office (920-885-7313 ext.2165) so we can work with you. Thanks for your help!

Breakfast Program Washington School will be offering cold breakfast to our students. The breakfast program is OPTIONAL. The cost is one dollar and thirty-five cents (1.35) per breakfast. If you qualify for reduced lunch prices, the cost will be thirty cents (.30) per day for breakfast. Families that qualify for free lunch, may also receive free breakfast

Milk Program Students in grades K-5 have the option of getting milk each day during a mid-morning break. Parents indicate whether their child prefers white or chocolate milk for the whole semester. The milk program cost for each day is 40 cents and will be automatically deducted from the lunch account. Students who have free or reduced lunch, receive morning milk at no extra charge.

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Emergency Weather Information When winter weather makes travel hazardous, classes in the Beaver Dam School District may start late, be dismissed early, or be canceled for the day. In the event that emergency weather conditions exist, the first radio announcements will be made by 6:30 a.m. on radio stations WBEV-1430 AM or WXRO-95.3 FM. Stay tuned for updated information also. Early dismissals, due to weather conditions are also announced on the radio. Please make every attempt to get information from the radio instead of calling school so that our lines can be kept free for emergencies. In the event of a weather related late start, the radio will announce how many hours late school will begin, and similarly for an early dismissal.

Before any emergency days occur, please plan for your child's care and discuss those plans with your

child.

Dress for the Weather Students go outdoors for recess each day for fresh air and to play unless the temperature is below zero or if the wind chill is minus ten degrees.

Tornado Information We will not dismiss children at dismissal time if a tornado warning is in effect.

We will, however, dismiss them if a tornado watch is in effect. At Washington School, all classes take shelter in the safest designated area when a warning is sounded. If you would want to pick your child up during a

tornado warning, please do not call; come inside the school to get your child.

Partners are Learning—An Academic Support Program Partners are Learning (PaL) is a program that matches a child who is in need of additional academic assistance with a trained community volunteer who will tutor and mentor the child. The volunteer and child meet twice a week at the child’s school to work on teacher-directed activities. There are before and after school programs at Washington School-7:30 – 8:15 a.m. and 3:20 – 4:00 p.m. The PaL program meets from October through April. PaL is open to second, third, and fourth grade students who are referred by their teachers and permitted by their parents. There is no cost to the family for participation. If you have any questions, please discuss it with your child’s teacher, principal, or call the program coordinator, at 885-7470 ext. 1135.

Title 1

In accordance with federal law requirements, a child’s parent/guardian may request information regarding the professional qualifications of the child’s classroom teachers, including the following: � whether the teacher has met state licensing criteria for the grade level(s) and subject area taught, � whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or provisional status through which state licensing criteria

have been waived, and � the undergraduate degree major of the teacher, and any other graduate certification or degree held by the

teacher, including the field of discipline of the certification or degree. Information may also be requested regarding the professional qualifications of any paraprofessional providing services to children. Requests for teacher and paraprofessional qualification information should be directed to: Sandra Garbowicz, Director of Teaching and Learning, 705 McKinley St., Beaver Dam, WI 53916. The requested information will be provided in a timely manner.

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Financial Assistance for Families Each year community organizations contact our school to ask if there are any families who need financial assistance. Some of these agencies provide help at the holidays, sponsor sport activities and camp fees, or pay for field trips, etc. We don’t always know if families wish to be included. However, parents may call the office if they want to find out more about these opportunities for financial assistance.

Physical Education

All students in grades K-5 have four physical education periods of 25 or 30 minutes in length per week. Physical education classes may consist of a vigorous warm-up period, which then leads to tumbling, rhythm work, volleyball, track events, and many other types of activities. All activities are designed for personal and physical skill development. In addition, a daily 15-minute recess period is provided for students in grades K-3.

Art Program

The art program is concerned with the total growth of the child as an individual (educational, emotional, mental, physical, and aesthetic growth), as well as the expressive ability of the child as an artist. It is a vital part of the school program and is coordinated as much as possible with classroom activities and those of other special areas. The weekly art classes are 45 or 50 minutes in length for students in grades K - 5.

General Music

Music provides an important means for self-expression and personal fulfillment and aids in the development of confidence and self-discipline. Children in grades K-5 receive music instruction by a music specialist for 30 minutes two times per week. Some of the areas explored are melody, rhythm, harmony, form, expression, singing, playing, and listening. In addition to the regular music class, chorus participation is offered to fourth and fifth grade students who wish to enhance their regular classroom music experience. This group meets once weekly. If students choose to participate they must attend regularly and display proper rehearsal behavior. The chorus performs 3 or 4 times each year.

Band and Orchestra

String instrument classes are offered for students in grades 4 and 5. Band classes are offered in grade 5. Contact the music teacher for information.

Immunizations Parents are reminded that State Statute 140.05 requires that evidence of immunization must be presented before a child enters an elementary school for the first time. Your family doctor can take care of the immunizations, or there are public clinics periodically which do provide such services. If there are questions about immunizations, check with the school nurse for specific information.

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Bus and Car Loading Zones Students may be dropped off and picked up on the school side of the street on Grove and Center. We strongly urge parents not to park on Center Street or the school side of Grove Street, as it causes too much congestion with safety hazards due to double parking, etc. Parking would be best on Liberty, Gilmore, or the opposite side

of Grove Street. PLEASE DO NOT PARK OR PICK UP STUDENTS IN THE YELLOW BUS ZONE

ON GROVE STREET.

Crossing Guards and Safety Patrol Adult crossing guards are on duty at the intersections of Gilmore and Center Street and Liberty and Center Street each day that school is in session. The following schedule indicates when crossing guards are available to help your child cross Center Street:

7:50 - 8:20 A.M. 3:17 - 3:40 P.M. The school safety patrol is made up of fifth grade girls and boys. Participation in safety patrol is voluntary. Members must be on the job in all types of weather and are on the alert constantly to prevent accidents. The student patrols are provided at the two school crossing corners on Grove Street before school and at dismissal time. Patrols are also on duty outdoors in front of school and in school hallways. Please ask your child to give patrols respect and courtesy at all times.

Bicycle Safety The decision to allow children to ride bicycles from home to school is a decision parents must make. We establish no rule which states when a child is competent enough to handle a bicycle ride to school. Bicycle racks are provided for students on the corner of Center and Gilmore and also on Grove Street. All bikes are to be parked in the racks. If your son or daughter uses a bicycle for getting to and from school, consider these safety reminders:

� Helmets are an important piece of equipment for safety. � Riders should ride in single file on the way to and from school.

� Bicycles should be walked on the sidewalks of the school grounds. � Bicycles should be in good working condition. � Children are encouraged to lock their bicycles to avoid theft. � Seats and handlebars ought to be properly adjusted.

Animals at School Non-sanctioned animals are not permitted on school property. (READ DOGS are permitted).

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Reporting Student Progress to Parents Communication between home and school is extremely important. Parents should feel free to contact the teacher and discuss specific problems whenever the need arises. On the other hand, teachers should also feel free to contact parents when needed. A successful conference occurs when both the parents and teacher work together with one interest, the child, in mind.

Semester report cards are sent home in January and June. In addition, scheduled parent-teacher conferences are also held twice, in October and February. The fall parent-teacher conference is for parents only, while the second conference usually includes students. Parents may call or schedule a conference as needed at other times during the year.

Counseling and Consultation

Guidance counselors, school psychologists, school social workers and the school nurse are available to work with a student or parent with regard to any school adjustment difficulty experienced by students. A formal guidance program to help children learn social skills, improve problem solving and feel good about themselves is presented to all students at the elementary level. Counselors, teachers, and pupil services staff work together to provide an environment which foster the emotional growth of students. This is accomplished through active communication, prevention strategies and intervention. Children may be included in one of the small discussion groups the counselors or other pupil services staff facilitate. These groups will focus on such issues as friendship, self-esteem, family changes, etc. Participation is voluntary. Parents are advised to contact the school counselor, if any questions arise regarding groups. Individual counseling is offered on a limited basis. Pupil services staff does not provide in-depth therapy, but are available to see students on a short-term basis for school-related problems or issues. Parents are encouraged to contact school pupil services staff for a list of community resources who provide treatment for drug/alcohol concerns, attention deficit disorder, depression, family counseling, or other conditions for which parents may be seeking assistance. For specific questions about any aspect of the Pupil Services Program, contact Donna Pivonka, Educational Service Center (885-7470 x 1121).

Special Education

The district offers a full range of exceptional educational needs programs. These include instructional programs for all areas of exceptionality and handicapping conditions: learning disabilities, speech and/or language disorders, emotional disturbance, cognitive disabilities, early childhood, hearing and visual impairments, school age parenthood, and homebound instruction. In Beaver Dam Schools, exceptional educational programs are part of the total instructional program. Handicapped students participate to the maximum extent possible in the academic, non-academic, and extra-curricular aspects of the regular education program. A flexible program for exceptional education and frequent assessments of each child's needs, capabilities, and progress are maintained. Parents of a child experiencing adjustment difficulties or indicating an exceptional educational need, may make a referral through the principal. The child will then be evaluated by the pupil personnel staff. Permission for individual assessment is always secured from parents before individual evaluations are conducted.

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IN-DISTRICT ALTERNATE SCHOOL PLACEMENT APPLICATIONS

Requests for students to continue next year at an elementary school in Beaver Dam which is not the assigned

neighborhood school, as well as any new requests to transfer to a different school next year, must be made through

an application form. Approvals for any of these school transfer requests are based on class size.

Parents are reminded that approved in-district school transfers are in effect for one school year only. If your

child is currently attending our school on this basis, the approval expires at the end of this school year, and a new

application form must be completed.

In-District Alternate School Placement Applications are available from the school office in the spring. The

completed application forms should be forwarded to: Michelle Falkinham, District Registrar; 705 McKinley St.;

Beaver Dam, WI 53916. Early applications are encouraged. The deadline to apply is June 1. Parents are notified

in late August if the transfer request is approved or denied.

OPEN ENROLLMENT

The Wisconsin Open Enrollment law provides a process for parents to apply for their child’s enrollment in another

school district. Should you know of families from a town outside our school district who wish to apply to attend

school in Beaver Dam, they should contact the Educational Service Center, Michelle Falkinham at 885-7470 x 1116.

The Educational Service Center has the necessary forms that need to be completed for Open Enrollment

consideration. The Open Enrollment applications for the next school year are due the end of April.

PARENT/GUARDIAN RIGHTS TO THE CURRICULUM

The Beaver Dam Unified School District recognizes the right of parents/guardians to inspect instructional materials and to deny their child's participation in certain curricular activities in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. The school board further recognizes that reasonable accommodations with regards to examinations and other academic requirements may have to be made from time to time because of a student's sincerely held religious beliefs. Parents/guardians may make requests regarding the above to the building principal. All requests shall be judged individually, based upon state and federal guidelines. The school district's attorney may be contacted when making decisions under this policy. The principal shall inform the parent/guardian in writing of the decision in a timely manner. If a parent/guardian is not satisfied with the building principal's decision, he/she may appeal to the Director of Teaching and Learning. Further appeals may be made to the District Administrator, the Board, and, if necessary, to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Accommodations made under this policy shall be provided to students without prejudice effect (School Board Policy 2416, 2260,9130).

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ELL Mission Statement

To embrace learners of English from all cultures while providing instruction for academic & linguistic

competence in English & Native languages

English Language Learners (ELL) Program Students in the Beaver Dam Unified School District are identified as English Language Learners (ELLs) when a language other than English has influenced their language development. Students are placed into age-appropriate classes at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. The content area teachers provide modified instruction based on students’ prior academic experiences, English language proficiency, and grade level or content area objectives. Translation services for the child and family are available to assist with form completion, parent/student/teacher conferences, and communication between home and school. At the elementary level, ELLs receive instruction and academic support in various settings, such as in the classroom or individual sessions. ELL teachers provide targeted speaking, listening, reading, and writing instruction. ELL teachers/tutors collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and design instructional activities. Our goals are to help students improve their social and academic language skills to achieve grade level standards. At the middle and high schools ELL teachers provide English ELL classes. ELLs may also receive one or more resource periods, which are bilingual support study halls for grades 6-12. In resource periods students receive bilingual support in all subject areas. They are able to work on homework, quizzes, and tests. The ELL Coordinator, ELL teacher/tutor, and guidance counselors design an appropriate Plan of Services or IRP (Individual Record Plan) for students based on their individual English language proficiency level. All ELL students are scheduled for accredited classes needed for graduation. Please call 920-885-7470 x1133 if you have questions.

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El Programa de Aprendedores del Idioma Inglés Los estudiantes del colegio del Distrito de Beaver Dam son identificados como estudiantes del lenguaje Inglés, cuando un idioma diferente que inglés influir en su adquisición del lenguaje. Los estudiantes son localizados en las clases apropiadas a su edad correspondiente: primaria (elementary), secundaria (middle school), preparatoria (high school). Maestros provee instrucción modificada basada en el nivel académico educativo y conocimiento del idioma Inglés así como también el nivel cognitivo. Servicios de traducción para los etudantes y su familia, se encuentran disponibles en cuanto a conferencias con los profesores o cualquier otra necesidad de comunicación entre la casa y el colegio. En el nivel primario, los alumnos del programa de ELL reciben instrucción y apoyo académico en forma variada; como en la clase regular o afuera de la clase por un cierto tiempo diario. Maestros de ELL enfoca en las habilidades de hablando, escuchando, leyendo, y escribiendo para la instrucción de estudiantes. Los tutores del departamento de ELL colaboran con los profesores para planear y diseñar actividades de instrucción que ayuden a los estudiantes del ELL. Nuestras metas tener la intención ayudar a estudiantes a mejorar sus habilidades del lenguaje sociales y académicos de conseguir estándares de nivel de grado. En el nivel secundario y la preparatoria (middle/high school), la profesora de ELL enseña las clases de inglés. El programa de ELL también ofrece uno o más periodos de tutorio para los estudiantes que se encuentren entre el 6 hasta 12 grado, como una ayuda extra en los estudios fuera del las clases (study halls). En estas clases de tutorio los estudiantes reciben ayuda bilingüe en las áreas más difíciles. Dentro de estas clases los estudiantes podrán trabajar en tareas y exámenes. La coordinadora del programa de ELL, maestros/tutores de ELL, y consejeros designan un plan de servicio o IRP apropiada de trabajo, basado en el nivel que se encuentre el estudiante en el inglés. Todos los estudiantes tienen horarios para clases acreditadas que son necesarios para la graduación. Si Ud. tiene preguntas por favor llame 920-885-7470 x1133 (ayuda bilingüe).

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MEDICATION AT SCHOOL

The Beaver Dam Unified School District Board of Education has a School Medication Policy that is governed by

Wisconsin Statute 118.29. All medication including prescription and over-the-counter medicines are subject to this

policy. School staff can only administer medication or drug products recognized as a drug or drug product in the

official U.S. pharmacopeia and national formulary or official homeopathic pharmacopoeia of the United States.

To insure that State Medical, Nursing, Dental and Pharmacology Practice Acts are adhered to, the following

procedures shall be followed:

1. Consent Form: No medication will be administered by school personnel unless and until a Medication Consent

form is completed. A completed Medication Consent includes written parental authorization to administer

medication in school and written instructions from a licensed health care professional for prescription

medication. Over-the-counter medication requires written parental authorization only.

All consent forms and related materials must be renewed annually and/or at any time a medication is changed.

2. Medication Information: Medication to be administered at school must be given from the original and

properly labeled container. In the instance of prescription medications a pharmacy-labeled container is

required and includes:

a. Students full name

b. Name of drug and dosage

c. Mode of administration

d. Time to be given

e. Date of expiration

f. Physician’s name

When over-the-counter medication is to be administered the medication must be in the original manufacture’s

package with the ingredients and recommended therapeutic dose clearly visible. School staff can only give over-

the-counter medication in doses listed on the package as “therapeutic” or safe. School staff may administer a non-

prescription medication to a student in a dose other than the recommended therapeutic dose only if the request to

do so is accompanied by the written approval of the student’s health care practitioner.

3. Responsibility: Authorized school personnel will give medication to the student at the designated time.

Normally it is the responsibility of the student, not school personnel, to get his/her medication at the

designated time.

All non-emergency prescription medication for students in grades K-8 must be administered by school staff.

Students in grades 6-12 may self-administer oral non-prescription medications while at school with parental

consent. Such medications may be kept by the individual student. The non –prescription medication must be in the

original package/container.

Students in grades K-5 may not self-administer non-prescription medications while at school with the exception of

sunscreen. Parents must sign a medication consent form and provide the sunscreen product.

All non-emergency prescription medication at the high school must be kept in a secure place determined by the

principal and/or school nurse. A Medication Consent form must be on file.

4. Only limited quantities of medication should be kept at school.

Please refer to Board Manual for complete policy/procedures.

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Beaver Dam Unified School District

Administrative Guidelines

See also - School Board Policy 9150

9150 - SCHOOL VISITORS

In order to protect the educational program of the schools from undue disturbance, each principal shall establish guidelines and procedures for visitors which shall include the following:

A. Persons wishing to visit one or more schools are to make arrangement in advance through the school office of each school to be visited.

B. Every visitor to a school must register at the school office. Sign-in lists showing name, time, person visiting, and time departing shall be maintained by the office. Any person who does not register with the school office is on school property without authorization and should be asked to identify himself/herself properly and obtain permission or to leave the school grounds. If the visitor refuses to leave the school grounds or creates any disturbance, the building principal should request aid from law enforcement.

C. No visitor may see a student in school unless it is with the specific approval of the Principal. If an emergency situation requires that a student be called to the office to meet with a visitor, a member of the administrative staff must be present during the conference. A student is never to be permitted to leave the school with anyone who is not clearly identified as his/her parent or an appropriately authorized person.

D. Students may not bring guests to school unless permission to do so has been granted by the Principal.

E. Parents, other than those who have been asked by a teacher to be in the classroom, who wish to observe learning activities taking place in their child's classroom are to confer, in advance, with the principal and the teacher and state the purpose of the visitation.

It is important that each parent understands that because classroom visitations can be distractive to the students, the following guidelines have been established:

1. Visitations will not be allowed during examinations and independent study periods.

2. The number of visitors at any one (1) time should not exceed two (2) parents.

F. Parents are to be silent observers and are not to create any type of disturbance or disruption to the learning process.

G. Copies of instructional materials being used by the students or teacher may not always be immediately available during the visitation.

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H. Any comments made by individual students are to be maintained in confidence by the visitor to the activity.

I. Use of audio or visual equipment to record classroom activities must be approved by the principal and the teacher. No visitor shall be allowed to videotape students in the classroom, without the prior consent of the principal, as it may violate the privacy rights of students unrelated to the visitor. Recording of other school activities to which the public is invited will be in accordance with AG 9160 - Attendance at Public Events.

J. If the nature and instructional purpose of any activity calls for students to be segregated by gender for purposes of privacy, only visitors of the same gender may observe those groups in the privacy areas.

K. Any comments or concerns are to be discussed with the teacher before or after the school day when students are not present.

Visitors are to be encouraged to meet with the principal and teacher during non-instructional hours to discuss the observation and to obtain answers to their questions. If a parent has a concern about what may be transpiring in his/her child's classroom, s/he should follow the Board's Policy 9130which states that the parent is to address the matter first with the teacher and, if not rectified, to then meet with the principal.

L. Except as set forth in District policy or in the case of "service animals" required for use by a person with a disability, no other animals may be on school premises at any time.

M. No staff member is to transact business with a visitor who

1. does not have visitor's pass.

2. has not duly registered at the school office and received authorization to be present for the purpose of conducting business.

If a disabled person should visit a school and request accommodation and s/he has not submitted the Request for Accommodation Form (Form 9160A F1 may be used), in advance, the principal should ask the person to allow the school adequate time to arrange for the accommodation, providing such accommodation is reasonable (see AG 9160A).

Each principal shall post in a conspicuous place at each entrance, the guidelines and procedures to be followed by visitors.

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Beaver Dam Unified School District

Bylaws & Policies

9150 - SCHOOL VISITORS

The Board of Education welcomes and encourages visits to school by parents, other adult residents of the community and interested educators. But in order for the educational program to continue undisturbed when visitors are present and to prevent the intrusion of disruptive persons into the schools, it is necessary to establish visitor guidelines.

The District Administrator or the principal has the authority to prohibit the entry of any person to a school of this District or to expel any person when there is reason to believe the presence of such person would be detrimental to the good order of the school. If such an individual refuses to leave the school grounds or creates a disturbance, the principal is authorized to request from the local law enforcement agency whatever assistance is required to remove the individual.

Parents/Guardians, who are registered sex offenders and wish to participate in their child's school activities, may be allowed on campus at the discretion and under the direction of the principal. Such parents/guardians must inform the school administration of any time that they will be on school grounds. Conditions may be imposed upon participation, including but not limited to the following: must have prior permission, must check in, must have approved escort in building or at event, must leave premises immediately upon conclusion of business, and may not visit while school is in session.

Nonstaff access to students and classes must be limited and only in accordance with a schedule which has been determined by the principal after consultation with the teacher whose classroom is being visited. Classroom visitations must be nonobtrusive to the educative process and learning environment and should not occur on an excessive basis.

Parent concerns about any aspect of his/her child's educational program should be presented through the procedure set forth in Board Policy 9130 - Public Complaints, a copy of which is available at the Board office and at each school.

The District Administrator shall promulgate such administrative guidelines as are necessary to protect students and employees from disruption to the educational program or the efficient conduct of their assigned tasks.

Individual Board members who are interested in visiting schools or classrooms on an unofficial basis shall make the appropriate arrangements with the principal. In keeping with Board bylaws, such Board member visits shall not be considered to be official unless designated as such by the Board.

The Board member shall be visiting as an interested individual in a similar capacity of any parent or citizen of the community. These visits should not be considered to be inspections nor as supervisory in nature.

If, during a visit to a school or program, a Board member observes a situation or condition which causes concern, s/he should discuss the situation first with the District Administrator as soon as convenient or appropriate. Such a report or discussion shall not be considered an official one from the Board.

All visitors to a school of the District must comply with the visitor rules as set forth in Board Policy 7440, Facility Security.301.475(3)(c). Wis. Stats.

Revised 2/10/14 Revised 5/12/14

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