2017-2018 Student and Parent Handbook

Stone Bank Elementary School

N68W33866 County Road K

Oconomowoc, WI 53066

(262) 966-2900

WELCOME

The start of a new school year brings a fresh start for new learning and

growth. We are so excited you will be part of our learning community at

Stone Bank School. The Board of Education, the Stone Bank Staff, and I

would like to welcome you as you begin the new school year.

This handbook is designed for both our students and their parents.

Inside you will find a listing of a number of policies and procedures for

our school. We have made the effort to include information that will

help you start the year off successfully. In the event something is

unclear, please feel free to contact us for clarification at 966-2900.

The staff and I look forward to working with our Stone Bank students

and their families this school year. Please be sure to look for our

“Reaching Out” newsletter sent via email and posted on our Facebook

page for important updates and happenings at school. Let’s make it a

great school year!

Lynn Davies

District Administrator

262-966-2900x4030

Telephone Numbers:

Main Office: 262-966-2900

Fax: 262-966-1828

Main Office Staff:

Jeff Serak-Business Manager

Kristin Magnuson-District Secretary

Karrie Beth-School Secretary

Lynn Korom-Health Room Aide

Laurie Husslein-Food Service Assistant

Equal Educational Opportunities - School Board Policy 411

The Stone Bank School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in

relation to a students’ sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed,

pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, handicap, or physical,

mental, emotional or learning disability. This policy will prevail in all matters

concerning students.

The School District will establish and maintain an atmosphere, in which all persons

can develop attitudes and skills for effective, cooperative living, including:

1. Respect for the individual

2. Respect for cultural differences

3. Respect for economic, political, and social rights of others; and

4. Respect for the right of others to seek and maintain their own

identities.

Students who have been identified as having a handicap or disability, under Section

504 of the Rehabilitation Act or the Americans with Disabilities Act, shall be

provided with reasonable accommodations in educational services or programs.

Students may be considered handicapped or disabled under this policy even if they

are not covered under the district’s special education policies and procedures.

The district shall provide for the reasonable accommodation of a student’s sincerely

held religious beliefs with regard to examinations and other academic requirements.

Requests for accommodations shall be made in writing and approved by the

building principal. Accommodations may include, but not necessarily be limited to,

exclusion from participation in an activity, alternative assignments, and release time

from school to participate in religious activities, and opportunities to make up work

missed due to religious observances. Any accommodations granted under this

policy shall be provided to students without prejudicial effect.

Children of homeless individuals and unaccompanied homeless youth (youth not in

the physical custody of a parent or guardian) residing in the district shall have equal

access to the same free, appropriate public education, including comparable

services, as provided to other children and youth who reside in the district.

Homeless children and youth shall not be required to attend a separate school or

program for homeless children and shall not be stigmatized by school personnel.

The district encourages informal resolution of complaints under his policy. A formal

complaint resolution procedure is available, however, to address allegations of

violations of the policy in the Stone Bank School District any questions concerning

this policy should be directed to:

Lynn Davies

District Administrator

Stone Bank School

N68W33866 County Road K

Oconomowoc, WI 53066

262-966-2900

GENERAL INFORMATION AND EXPECTATIONS

Office Hours

The school office hours are 7:00am until 3:30pm.

Attendance

Regular school attendance is required by law and is essential if students are to make

satisfactory progress in school. Illness, family trauma, and special medical

appointments shall be the basis for parent excused absences. If your child will be

absent from school, please contact the main office by 8:00 AM on the day of the

absence. Upon return to school, please send a written excuse. Students who are

absent more than 3 days or upon administrator’s request may be asked to provide a

doctor’s excuse.

School Day Hours

� Stone Bank School instructional hours are 7:30am – 2:30pm

� Students are encouraged to arrive at school no earlier than 7:25am

� After 7:25am students arriving at school should enter the building

immediately.

� After getting materials from lockers, using the washrooms, etc., students are

to report to their classroom or first hour class.

� Students are to be their classroom by 7:30am when the bell rings for

attendance. After 7:30AM, students will be considered tardy.

� Elementary students will dismiss by the elementary doors. Middle school

students will dismiss by the main entrance doors.

Doctor/Dentist Appointments

Parents/Guardians are encouraged to schedule appointments during vacations or

after school hours. However, when this is not possible, parents should call or send a

note the morning of the appointment. Please include the time your child will be

picked up and whether or not they will return after the appointment

Makeup Work

Students are allowed two (2) make-up days for each day missed. When Skyward

Parent Access is available, homework and missing assignments may be available to

parents/students.

Tardiness

Arriving to school on time each day is an important life skill associated with

responsibility and time management. Arriving on time enables our students to be

organized and ready for the day’s activities. We strongly encourage parents to make

every effort to have their children in school by 7:30am (tardy bell). Any student

who is late in arriving to school should report to the school office with a note of

excuse signed by a parent. The student will then be given an excused tardy slip to

proceed to class.

Truancy

Per state law, any student who is absent for all or part of 5 days in a semester,

without an acceptable excuse, may be considered habitually truant. Students

deemed habitual truants may be referred to Waukesha County Juvenile Services

State law allows parents to exempt their child from school for up to 10 days during a

school year. Doctor excused absences are not included in this number. Emergency Closing

When severe weather or other emergency conditions exist so that it becomes

necessary to close the school, the public will be notified via Skylert and the local

radio and television stations. When watching TV or listening to the radio, Stone

Bank will be closed any time Arrowhead High School is closed. You will not hear

Stone Bank announced individually. It is very important that you remember to

update your Skyward contact information if you change phone numbers, or other

emergency contact information.

Recess

Weather permitting; all students will go outside for recess at least once a day.

Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the outdoors. Please do not

request that children stay indoors for recess as we cannot supervise students both

indoors and out at the same time.

Parent/Teacher Conferences

Conferences are scheduled twice a year both in the fall and again in the late winter.

Elementary conferences are usually scheduled via an online sign up. Middle school

conferences are on a walk-in basis. Please consult the school calendar for conference

for upcoming dates and times.

Safety and Security

To ensure student and staff safety our doors are locked once the school day begins.

Visitors may only enter the building via the front doors. Please use the buzzer on

the far left hand side of the entry to “buzz in”. All visitors will be asked their name,

and purpose for visit. Visitors unable to provide this information will not be

permitted entry. The safety of our students is our utmost priority. Please do not be

offended if you are asked to identify yourself.

Visitors

Upon access to the building, please go directly to the reception window to sign in.

Parents/Volunteers will be asked to wear a visitor’s badge while at the school and

should return the badge when signing out of the building. Please do not be offended

if a staff member asks you to return to the office for a visitor’s badge. Even if you are

frequently at school, not all of our staff may know you.

Class Placement

Class lists are developed by the Stone Bank Staff in the spring for the upcoming

school year. Careful consideration is given to the gender, learning styles, and

student strengths and behavioral needs in order to create balanced classrooms. We

are unable to honor parent requests.

Bullying - School Board Policy 5517.01

The Board of Education is committed to providing a safe, positive, productive, and

nurturing educational environment for all of its students. The Board encourages the

promotion of positive interpersonal relations between members of the school

community. Bullying toward a student, whether by other students, staff, or third

parties is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition includes

physical, verbal, and psychological abuse. The Board will not tolerate any gestures,

comments, threats, or actions which cause or threaten to cause bodily harm or

personal degradation. This policy applies to all activities in the District, including

activities on school property, including at any of the school buildings or other

property used exclusively or in part, whether leased or owned by the District, for

the purpose of school-related functions or events; or while traveling to or from

school or to and from school-sponsored functions or events; in transporting vehicles

arranged for by School District officials. The policy applies as well during activities

that occur off school property if the student or employee is at any school-sponsored,

school-approved or school-related activity or function, such as field trips or athletic

events where students are under the supervision of school authorities, or where an

employee is engaged in school business, or where there is otherwise a connection to

the school such that the conduct at issue affects or is intended to affect the student’s

educational environment.

Definitions:

“Bullying” is deliberate or intentional behavior using word or actions, intended to

cause fear, intimidation, or harm. Bullying may be a repeated behavior and involves

an imbalance of power. Furthermore, it may be serious enough to negatively impact

a student's educational, physical, or emotional well-being. The behavior may be

motivated by an actual or perceived distinguishing characteristic, such as, but not

limited to: age; national origin; race; ethnicity; religion; gender; gender identity;

sexual orientation; physical attributes; physical or mental ability or disability; and

social, economic, or family status; however, this type of prohibited bullying behavior

need not be based on any of those particular or other particular characteristics. It

includes, but is not necessarily limited to such behaviors as stalking, cyberbullying,

intimidating, menacing, coercing, name-calling, taunting, making threats, and

hazing.

Some examples of Bullying are:

A. Physical – hitting, kicking, spitting, pushing, pulling, taking and/or damaging

personal belongings or extorting money, blocking or impeding student

movement, unwelcome physical contact.

B. Verbal – taunting, malicious teasing, insulting, name calling, making threats.

C. Psychological – spreading rumors, manipulating social relationships,

coercion, or engaging in social exclusion/shunning, extortion, or

intimidation.

D. "Cyberbullying" – the use of information and communication technologies

such as e-mail, cell phone and pager text messages, instant messaging (IM),

defamatory personal web sites, and defamatory online personal polling web

sites, to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by an individual

or group, that is intended to harm others.

The Board recognizes that cyberbullying can be particularly devastating to

young people because:

1. Cyberbullies more easily hide behind the anonymity that the Internet

provides.

2. Cyberbullies spread their hurtful messages to a very wide audience

with remarkable speed.

3. Cyberbullies do not have to own their own actions, as it is usually very

difficult to identify cyberbullies because of screen names, so they do

not fear being punished for their actions.

4. The reflection time that once existed between the planning of a prank

– or a serious stunt – and its commission has all but been erased when

it comes to cyberbullying activity.

5. Hacking into or otherwise gaining access to another’s electronic

accounts (e-mails, social media, etc.) and posing as that individual

with the intent to embarrass or harm the individual.

Cyberbullying includes, but is not limited to the following:

1. Posting slurs or rumors or other disparaging remarks about a student

on a web site or on weblog;

2. Sending e-mail or instant messages that are mean or threatening, or

so numerous as to drive-up the victim’s cell phone bill;

3. Using a camera phone to take and send embarrassing photographs of

students;

4. Posting misleading or fake photographs of students on web sites.

"Harassment" includes, but is not limited to, any act which subjects an individual or

group to unwanted, abusive behavior of a nonverbal, verbal, written or physical

nature on the basis of sex, (including transgender status, change of sex, or gender

identity), race, color, national origin, religion, creed, ancestry, marital or parental

status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or

any other characteristic protected by Federal or State civil rights laws. Harassment

is prohibited by Policy 5517 – Student Anti-Harassment.

"Staff" includes all school employees and Board members.

"Third parties" include, but are not limited to, coaches, school volunteers, parents,

school visitors, service contractors, vendors, or others engaged in District business,

and others not directly subject to school control at inter-district or intra-district

athletic competitions or other school events.

For a definition of instances that could possibly be construed as hazing, consult

Policy 5516.

Complaint Procedures

Any student that believes s/he has been or is the victim of bullying should

immediately report the situation to the District Administrator. The student may also

report concerns to a teacher or counselor who will be responsible for notifying the

appropriate administrator or Board official.

Every student is encouraged to report any situation that they believe to be bullying

behavior directed toward a student. Reports may be made to those identified above.

All school staff members and school officials who observe or become aware of acts

of bullying are required to report these acts the District Administrator.

Reports of bullying may be made verbally or in writing and may be made

confidentially. All such reports, whether verbal or in writing, will be taken seriously

and a clear account of the incident is to be documented. A written record of the

report, including all pertinent details, will be made by the recipient of the report.

All complaints about behavior that may violate this policy shall be investigated

promptly by the building principal. The staff member who is investigating the report

of bullying shall interview the victim(s) of the alleged bullying and collect whatever

other information is necessary to determine the facts and the seriousness of the

report. If, during an investigation of a reported act of bullying in accordance with

this Policy, the principal determines that the reported misconduct may have created

a hostile learning environment and may have constituted harassment based on sex

(transgender status, change of sex, or gender identity), race, color, national origin,

religion, creed, ancestry, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical,

mental, emotional or learning disability, or any other characteristic protected by

Federal or state civil rights laws, the principal will report the act of bullying to one

of the Compliance Officers who shall assume responsibility to investigate the

allegation in accordance with Policy 5517 – Student Anti- Harassment.

Parents of each student involved in the bullying report will be notified prior to the

conclusion of the investigation. The District shall maintain the confidentiality of the

report and any related student records to the extent required by law.

If the investigation finds that bullying has occurred, it will result in prompt and

appropriate remedial and/or disciplinary action. This may include student

discipline, including, but not limited to reprimand, suspension, or possible

expulsion. Further, the result of an investigation that finds that bullying has

occurred may result in discharge for employees, exclusion for parents, guests,

volunteers, and contractors, and removal from any official position and/or a request

to resign for Board members. Individuals may also be referred to law enforcement

officials.

The complainant shall be notified of the findings of the investigation, and as

appropriate, that remedial action has been taken.

This policy shall not be interpreted to infringe upon the First Amendment rights of

students (i.e., to prohibit a reasoned and civil exchange of opinions, or debate, that is

conducted at appropriate times and places during the school day and is protected by

State or Federal law).

Retaliation against any person, who reports, is thought to have reported, files a

complaint, or otherwise participates in an investigation or inquiry concerning

allegations of bullying is prohibited and will not be tolerated. Such retaliation shall

be considered a serious violation of Board policy and independent of whether a

complaint is substantiated. Suspected retaliation should be reported in the same

manner as bullying. Making intentionally false reports about bullying for the

purpose of getting someone in trouble is similarly prohibited and will not be

tolerated. Retaliation and intentionally making a false report may result in

disciplinary action as indicated above.

If a student or other individual believes there has been bullying, regardless of

whether it fits a particular definition, s/he should report it and allow the

administration to determine the appropriate course of action.

Bicycles Students are permitted to ride their bicycles to school. Once arriving to school, all bikes should be parked and locked in the racks behind the building and remain there until the end of the school day. Students are reminded that wearing a helmet is a positive safety precaution.

Bus Rider Conduct

Riding the school bus is considered an extension of the classroom and a privilege;

therefore the School Board shall require students to conduct themselves in a

manner consistent with established standards for classroom behavior. In cases

when a student fails to conduct him/herself properly, such misconduct is to be

brought to the attention of the by the bus driver. All misconduct reports will be

reviewed through the office and appropriate measures will be taken. If continuing

or serious issues exist, the bus riding privileges may be suspended. Riding the bus is

a privilege that may be revoked if a student is unable to adhere to general rider

expectations. In such cases, the parent/guardian of the student will become

responsible for ensuring that the student has a safe alternative mode of

transportation to school, and continues with regular attendance.

Bus Rider Rules

The following list of bus riding rules is not all inclusive. Unreasonable and

imprudent behavior will be dealt with as appropriate. Students riding school buses,

including buses for extracurricular activities, must abide by the following rules of

conduct:

• Be on time at the designated stop for the bus (five minutes before the bus is

due).

• Be careful while waiting at bus stops and stand at a safe distance away from

the roadway so as not to create a hazard for passing motorists.

• Make certain one’s conduct is not a problem for him/her, other students or

property owners near the bus stop.

• Wait until the bus has come to a complete stop before trying to enter the bus.

Always use the hand rail and watch each step while boarding the bus. Go

promptly to a seat.

• A school administrator, his/her designee, or a bus driver has the authority to

assign students to designated seats.

• Sit quietly in the same seat during the entire trip; loud talking or laughing

distracts the driver's attention.

• Be considerate of others when opening windows. Open them only with the

permission of the bus driver.

• Always remain seated, facing forward; standing, facing backward or changing

seats could be dangerous.

• Be sure to keep hands, arms and head inside the bus, and never throw

anything out of the window.

• Refrain from using vulgar or obscene language and/or gestures on the bus, at

passing cars or pedestrians.

• Keep the bus neat, clean and orderly at all times.

Open Enrollment Transportation

The parent/guardian of an open enrollment student is responsible for

transportation. If room is available on a bus route, an open enrollment student may

ride the bus on a regular basis to a designated stop on the Stone Bank School bus

routes for a fee. Please contact the main office for additional information regarding

this option and the cost associated with it.

Parent Transportation

Students being transported to school by their parents should be dropped off in the

front of the school. Parking in the circle drive is prohibited. If you would like to walk

your child into the building, please park in the lot. Buses will drop off children in the

back of school in the morning. Buses will pick students up in front of the building at

the end of the day. Only the buses are to be in the bus lane in front of the school

during the afternoon dismissal time (2:20pm - 2:50pm). Cars must park in the

parking lot and wait for the dismissal of the children. If you park in back of the

school or on the playground, please be cautious of students and staff who may be

utilizing those areas.

Allowing students to exit cars on County Road K is dangerous due to the amount of

traffic on the highway and cars turning into the school drive. Please take the extra

minute to drop your child at the front doors to ensure their safety.

Telephone Calls and Text Messages During School Day

Students should not use their cell phones during the school day unless given specific

permission by an adult. This includes sending and receiving text messages. Please

refrain from texting or calling your child’s phone during the school day. If you need

to reach your child please contact the main office, we will either deliver a message

to them, or have them return your call as soon as possible.

Personal Communication Devices - School Board Policy 5136

While students may possess personal communication devices (PCDs) in school, on

school property, during after school activities (e.g., extra-curricular activities) and at

school-related functions, they must be powered completely off (i.e., not just placed

into vibrate or silent mode) and stored out of sight during school hours.

However, technology including, but not limited to, PCDs intended and actually used

for instructional purposes (e.g., taking notes, recording classroom lectures, writing

papers) will be permitted, as approved by the classroom teacher or the building

principal. The use of a PCD to engage in non-education-related communications is

expressly prohibited.

For purposes of this policy, "personal communication device" includes computers,

tablets (e.g., iPads and similar devices), electronic readers ("e-readers"; e.g., Kindles

and similar devices), cell phones (e.g., mobile/cellular telephones, smartphones

(e.g., BlackBerry, iPhone, Android devices, Windows Mobile devices, etc., and/or

other web-enabled devices of any type. Students may not use PCDs on school

property or at a school-sponsored activity to access and/or view Internet web sites

that are otherwise blocked to students at school. Students may use PCDs while

riding to and from school on a school bus or other Board-provided vehicles or on a

school bus or Board-provided vehicle during school-sponsored activities, at the

discretion of the bus driver, classroom teacher, or sponsor/advisor/coach.

Distracting behavior that creates an unsafe environment will not be tolerated.

Under certain circumstances, a student may keep his/her PCD "On" with prior

approval from the District Administrator.

Except as authorized by a teacher, administrator or IEP team, students are

prohibited from using PCDs during the school day, including while off-campus on a

field trip, to capture, record and/or transmit the words or sounds (i.e., audio)

and/or images (i.e., pictures/video) of any student, staff member or other person.

Using a PCD to capture, record and/or transmit audio and/or pictures/video of an

individual without proper consent is considered an invasion of privacy and is not

permitted. Students who violate this provision and/or use a PCD to violate the

privacy rights of another person may have their PCD confiscated and held until a

parent picks it up, and may be directed to delete the audio and/or picture/video file

while the parent is present. If the violation involves potentially illegal activity, the

confiscated-PCD may be turned over to law enforcement.

PCDs, with cameras or any other recording capabilities, may not be activated or

utilized at any time in any school situation where a reasonable expectation of

personal privacy exists. These locations and circumstances include, but are not

limited to, classrooms, gymnasiums, locker rooms, shower facilities,

rest/bathrooms, and any other areas where students or others may change clothes

or be in any stage or degree of disrobing or changing clothes. The District

Administrator and building principals are authorized to determine other specific

locations and situations where use of a PCD is absolutely prohibited.

Students shall have no expectation of confidentiality with respect to their use of

PCDs on school premises/property.

Students may not use a PCD in any way that might reasonably create in the mind of

another person an impression of being threatened, humiliated, harassed,

embarrassed or intimidated. See Policy 5517.01 – Bullying and Other Forms of

Aggressive Behavior. In particular, students are prohibited from using PCDs to: (1)

transmit material that is threatening, obscene, disruptive, or sexually explicit or that

can be construed as harassment or disparagement of others based upon their race,

color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, or

political beliefs; and (2) engage in "sexting" - i.e., sending, receiving, sharing,

viewing, or possessing pictures, text messages, e-mails or other materials of a sexual

nature in electronic or any other form. Violation of these prohibitions shall result in

disciplinary action. Furthermore, such actions will be reported to local law

enforcement and child services as required by law.

Students are also prohibited from using a PCD to capture, record, and/or transmit

test information or any other information in a manner constituting fraud, theft,

cheating, or academic dishonesty. Likewise, students are prohibited from using

PCDs to receive such information.

Possession of a PCD by a student at school during school hours is a privilege that

may be forfeited by any student who fails to abide by the terms of this policy, or

otherwise abuses this privilege.

Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action and/or confiscation of the

PCD. The building principal will also refer the matter to law enforcement or child

services if the violation involves an illegal activity (e.g., child pornography, sexting).

Discipline will be imposed on an escalating scale ranging from a warning to an

expulsion based on the number of previous violations and/or the nature of or

circumstances surrounding a particular violation. If the PCD is confiscated, it will be

released/returned to the student's parent after the student complies with any other

disciplinary consequences that are imposed, unless the violation involves

potentially illegal activity in which case the PCD may be turned over to law

enforcement. A confiscated device will be marked in a removable manner with the

student's name and held in a secure location in the building's central office until it is

retrieved by the parent or turned over to law enforcement. School officials will not

search or otherwise tamper with PCDs in District custody unless they reasonably

suspect that the search is required to discover evidence of a violation of the law or

other school rules. Any search will be conducted in accordance with Policy 5771 –

Search and Seizure. If multiple offenses occur, a student may lose his/her privilege

to bring a PCD to school for a designated length of time or on a permanent basis.

A person who discovers a student using a PCD in violation of this policy is required

to report the violation to the District Administrator.

Students are personally and solely responsible for the care and security of their

PCDs. The Board assumes no responsibility for theft, loss, or damage to, or misuse or

unauthorized use of, PCDs brought onto its property.

Parents are advised that the best way to get in touch with their child during the

school day is by calling the school office. Students may use school phones to contact

parents during the school day.

Lockers/Student Searches

Student lockers are the property of Stone Bank School. An official, employee or

agent of a school district may search a pupil’s locker as determined when necessary

or appropriate without the consent of the pupil, without notifying the pupil and

without obtaining a search warrant according to Wisconsin State Statute 118.325.

Student Discipline - School Board Policy 5600

The Board of Education acknowledges that conduct is closely related to learning and

that an effective instructional program requires an orderly school environment,

which is, in part, reflected in the behavior of students.

The Board believes that the best discipline is self-imposed and that students should

learn to assume responsibility for their own behavior and the consequences of their

actions.

The Board shall require each student of this District to adhere to the Code of

Conduct promulgated by the administration and to submit to such disciplinary

measures as are appropriately assigned for infraction of those rules. Such rules shall

require that students:

• conform to reasonable standards of socially-acceptable behavior;

• respect the person and property of others;

• preserve the degree of order necessary to the educational program in which

they are engaged;

• respect the rights of others;

• obey constituted authority and respond to those who hold that authority

The District Administrator shall designate sanctions, excluding corporal

punishment, for the infractions of rules which shall:

• relate in kind and degree to the infraction;

• help the student learn to take responsibility for his/her actions;

• be directed, where possible, to reduce the effects of any harm which may;

have been caused by the student's misconduct.

The Board shall attempt to provide, as resources permit, alternative programs and

activities for disruptive students as a means to prevent or reduce discipline

problems. In planning such programs, the District Administrator shall include

procedures which ensure cooperation with those community agencies and

organizations which can provide assistance to such students.

The District Administrator shall publish to all students and their parents the rules of

this District regarding student conduct, the sanctions which may be imposed for

breach of those rules, and the due process procedures that will be followed in

administering the Code of Conduct.

Teachers and other employees of this Board having responsibility for the

supervision of students shall have the authority to take such means as may be

necessary to control the disorderly conduct of students in all situations and in all

places where such students are within the jurisdiction of this Board when such

conduct interferes with the educational program of the schools or threatens the

health and safety of others.

Suspension and Expulsion - School Board Policy 5610

The Board of Education recognizes that exclusion from educational programs of the

School District, by suspension or expulsion, is a substantial sanction and that such

action must comply with the student's due process rights.

Suspension

For purposes of this policy, "suspension" shall be the short-term exclusion of a

student from a regular District program.

The District Administrator, the principal, or a teacher designated by the District

Administrator may suspend a student for up to five (5) school days or, if a notice of

expulsion hearing has been sent, for up to fifteen (15) consecutive school days, or

ten (10) consecutive school days for each incident if the student is eligible for

special education services under Chapter 115, Wis. Stats.

The suspension must be reasonably justified based upon the grounds authorized

under Sec. 120.13, Wis. Stats., which include, but are not limited to: noncompliance

with school rules or Board rules; knowingly conveying any threat or false

information concerning an attempt or alleged attempt being made or to be made to

destroy any school property by means of explosives; conduct by the student while at

school or while under the supervision of a school authority that endangers the

property, health, or safety of others; conduct while not at school or while not under

the supervision of a school authority that endangers the property, health, or safety

of others at school or under the supervision of a school authority; or conduct while

not at school or while not under the supervision of a school authority that

endangers the property, health, or safety of any employee or School Board member

of the District in which the student is enrolled.

The District Administrator, the principal, or a teacher designated by the School

District Administrator shall suspend a student if the student possessed a firearm, as

defined in 18 U.S.C. 921(a)(3), while at school or while under the supervision of a

school authority.

The parent of a suspended minor must be given prompt notice of the suspension

and the reason for the suspension. The student's suspension from school shall be

entered in the student's record as required by the rules adopted by the Board

concerning the content of the student records. The suspended student or the

student's parent or guardian may, within five (5) school days following the

commencement of the suspension, have a conference with the District

Administrator, who shall be someone other than a principal, administrator or

teacher in the suspended student's school, to discuss removing from the student's

records reference to the suspension. Reference to the suspension on the student's

school record shall be removed if the District Administrator finds that: the student

was suspended unfairly or unjustly; the suspension was inappropriate, given the

nature of the alleged offense; or the student suffered undue consequences or

penalties as a result of the suspension.

A suspended student shall not be denied the opportunity to take any quarterly,

semester, or grading period examinations or to complete course work missed

during the suspension period. Such work shall be completed pursuant to the

procedures established by the Board.

In the event a student is classified as Homeless, the building principal shall consult

with the Homeless Coordinator to determine whether the conduct is a result of

homelessness. The Homeless Coordinator will assist administration and the

student's parents or guardian in correcting conduct subject to disciplinary action

that is caused by homelessness.

Expulsion

Under this policy, expulsion shall mean the Board will not permit a student to attend

school at all for a specified period of time. If the student is expelled, the Board will

determine the length of the expulsion period, which may extend at a maximum to

the student's 21st birthday.

The Board may expel a student only when it is satisfied that the interest of the

school demands the student's expulsion and only when the student: repeatedly

refused or neglected to obey the rules established by the School District; knowingly

conveyed or caused to be conveyed any threat or false information concerning an

attempt or alleged attempt being made or to be made to destroy any school

property by means of explosives; engaged in conduct while at school while under

the supervision of a school authority that endangered the property, health, or safety

of others; engaged in conduct while not at school or while not under the supervision

of a school authority that endangered the property, health, or safety of others at

school or under the supervision of a school authority or endangered the property,

health, or safety of any employee or Board member of the School District in which

the student is enrolled; or was at least sixteen (16) years old and had repeatedly

engaged in conduct while at school or while under the supervision of a school

authority that disrupted the ability of school authorities to maintain order or an

educational atmosphere at school or at an activity supervised by a school authority

and that such conduct did not otherwise constitute grounds for expulsion. For

purposes of this policy, conduct that endangers a person or property includes

making a threat to the health or safety of a person or making a threat to damage

property.

The School Board shall expel a student from school for not less than one (1) year

whenever it finds that the student brought a firearm to school or, while at school or

while under the supervision of a school authority, possessed a firearm, as defined in

18 U.S.C. 921(a) (3), unless the Board finds that the punishment should be reduced

based upon the circumstances of the incident. Any such finding by the Board shall be

in writing.

The District shall refer any student who brings a firearm (as defined in 18 U.S.C.

921(a)(3)) or a weapon to school to the criminal justice or juvenile delinquency

system.

As required by 20 U.S.C. 7151, the District Administrator will ensure that the

following information is sent to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction: a

copy of this policy; a description of the circumstances surrounding any expulsion(s)

for violating the above- stated firearms policy; the name of the school; the number

of students expelled; and the types of firearms involved.

Prior to expelling a student, the Board shall provide the student with a hearing.

Prior written notice of the hearing must be sent separately to both the student and if

the student is a minor, to his/her parent(s) or guardian(s). The notice must be sent

at least five (5) days prior to the date of hearing; not counting the date notice is sent.

The notice must also satisfy the requirements of Sec. 120.13(1) (c)4, Wis. Stats.

An expelled student or, if the student is a minor, the student's parent(s) or

guardian(s) may appeal the Board's expulsion decision to the Wisconsin

Department of Public Instruction. An appeal from the decision of the Department

may be taken within thirty (30) days to the circuit court for the county in which the

school is located.

In the event a student is classified as Homeless, the building principal shall consult

with the Homeless Coordinator to determine whether the conduct is a result of

homelessness. The District will not expel a homeless student for conduct that is

caused by the student's homelessness. The Homeless Coordinator will assist

administration and the student's parents or guardians in correcting conduct subject

to disciplinary action that is caused by homelessness. If the conduct in question is

determined not to be caused by the student's homelessness, the District shall

proceed with expulsion proceedings as outlined in this policy.

Student Dress and Grooming - School Board Policy 5511 The Board of Education recognizes that each student's mode of dress and grooming is a manifestation of personal style and individual preference. The Board will not interfere with the right of students and their parents to make decisions regarding their appearance, except when their choices interfere with the educational program of the schools. Accordingly, the District Administrator shall establish such grooming guidelines as are necessary to promote discipline, maintain order, secure the safety of students, and

provide a healthy environment conducive to academic purposes. Such guidelines shall prohibit student dress or grooming practices which:

• present a hazard to the health or safety of the student himself/herself or to others in the school;

• interfere with school work, create disorder, or disrupt the educational program;

• cause excessive wear or damage to school property; • prevent the student from achieving his/her own educational objectives

because of blocked vision or restricted movement. Such guidelines shall establish the dress requirements for members of the athletic teams, bands, and other school groups when representing the District at a public event. School Safety Drills

♦ Fire drills are held monthly per state requirements. During a drill, each

student is expected to leave the building quickly and quietly, and follow the

instructions of the classroom teacher.

♦ Tornado drills are held in spring of the year. Students are to move to the

designated area as outlined in a prepared evacuation plan posted in each

classroom and follow the direction of their teacher.

♦ Periodic lockdown drills will be held one to two times per year.

Health Room

The health room is staffed with a Red Cross trained employee during student hours.

First aid is provided by school personnel when injuries are minor. Rest, in a quiet

place is made possible for children who report they are not feeling well. If the child

is too sick to remain in school, the parent or adult designated on the emergency

contact form will be called and asked to come to school to take the student home.

Students with a fever higher than 100 degrees, vomiting or diarrhea will be sent

home and should not return until they are symptom free for 24 hours.

Severe Injury or Illness

Severe Injury or illness will result in a call for emergency medical service personnel.

Parents or other adults listed on the emergency contact form will also be called

simultaneously. Depending on the severity of injury, children will be transported to

the nearest hospital unless otherwise indicated by parent or guardian on the

emergency contact form.

Medication Administration

Board policy prohibits us from administering any type of medication without

written consent from a parent/guardian. If your child needs medication

administered while at school, please contact the health room for the appropriate

paperwork. This includes over-the-counter medications.

Birthday Treats and Invitations

Birthday treats may be brought to share with the student’s classmates and teacher.

Please keep in mind they must be peanut and tree nut free.

Birthday invitations should not be distributed in class. School staff is unable to

provide addresses or phone numbers due to confidentiality reasons.

Student Code of Classroom Conduct - Board Policy 5500

Respect for law and for those persons in authority shall be expected of all students.

This includes conformity to school rules as well as general provisions of law

regarding minors. Respect for the rights of others, consideration of their privileges,

and cooperative citizenship shall also be expected of all members of the school

community.

Respect for real and personal property; pride in one's work; achievement within the

range of one's ability; and exemplary personal standards of courtesy, decency, and

honesty should be maintained in the schools of this District.

The District Administrator shall establish procedures to carry out Board policy and

philosophy, and shall hold all school personnel, students, and parents responsible

for the conduct of students in schools, on school vehicles, and at school-related

events.

Student conduct on or adjacent to school premises, on school vehicles, and at

school-related events and activities shall be governed by the rules and provisions of

the Student Code of Classroom Conduct. In addition, student conduct on internet-

based social media outlets, when such conduct forms a sufficient connection to

school or staff, is governed by the Code of Conduct.

Computer and Technology Use

Computers and other devices are becoming common tools for learning in today’s

classrooms. Your child will utilize technology on a regular basis as a student at Stone

Bank School. It is very important that students understand the expectations for use

of these tools as well as the internet. Please closely review the Acceptable Use

Policy (AUP) to understand these expectations and consequences for its misuse.

Students and parents must agree to abide by these expectations in order to be

permitted to use technology devices while at school. Parents are encouraged to

contact our Library Media Specialist if they have concerns about internet safety

instruction and web filtering services.

Student Education Technology Acceptable Use and Safety – School Board Policy

7540.03

Technology has fundamentally altered the ways in which information is accessed,

communicated, and transferred in society. As a result, educators are continually

adapting their means and methods of instruction, and the way they approach

student learning to incorporate the vast, diverse, and unique resources available

through the Internet. The Board of Education provides students with access to the

Internet for limited educational purposes only and utilizes online educational

services to enhance the instruction delivered to its students. The District’s Internet

system does not serve as a public access service or a public forum, and the Board

imposes reasonable restrictions on its use consistent with its limited educational

purpose. This policy and its related administrative guidelines and the Student Code

of Conduct govern students’ use of the District’s computers, laptops, tablets,

personal communication devices (as defined by Policy 7530.02), network, and

Internet connection and online educational services ("Education Technology" or

"Ed-Tech"). The due process rights of all users will be respected in the event there is

a suspicion of inappropriate use of the Education Technology. Users have no right or

expectation to privacy when using the Ed-Tech (including, but not limited to,

privacy in the content of their personal files, e-mails, and records of their online

activity while on the network and Internet).

The Board encourages students to utilize Education Technology to develop the

resource sharing, innovation, and communication skills and tools that are essential

to both life and work. The instructional use of the Internet and online education

services is guided by the Board's policy on instructional materials.

The Internet is a global information and communication network that provides a

valuable opportunity to education and information resources to our students. The

Internet connects computers and users in the District with computers and users

worldwide. Through the Internet, students and staff can access relevant information

that will enhance their learning and the education process. Further, the Education

Technology provides students and staff with the opportunity to communicate with

other people from throughout the world. Access to such a vast quantity of

information and resources brings with it, however, certain unique challenges.

The Board may not be able to technologically limit access to services through its

Education Technology to only those that have been authorized for the purpose of

instruction, study and research related to the curriculum. Unlike in the past when

educators and community members had the opportunity to review and screen

materials to assess their appropriateness for supporting and enriching the

curriculum according to adopted guidelines and reasonable selection criteria

(taking into account the varied instructional needs, learning styles, abilities, and

developmental levels of the students who would be exposed to them), access to the

Internet, because it serves as a gateway to any publicly available file server in the

world, opens classrooms and students to electronic information resources that may

not have been screened by educators for use by students of various ages.

Pursuant to Federal law, the Board has implemented technology protection

measures, that protect against (e.g., filter or block) access to visual

displays/depictions/materials that are obscene, constitute child pornography,

and/or are harmful to minors, as defined by the Children’s Internet Protection Act.

At the discretion of the Board or the District Administrator, the technology

protection measures may be configured to protect against access to other material

considered inappropriate for students to access. The technology protection

measures may not be disabled at any time that students may be using the Education

Technology if such disabling will cease to protect against access to materials that are

prohibited under the Children’s Internet Protection Act. Any student who attempts

to disable the technology protection measures will be subject to discipline.

The Board utilizes software and/or hardware to monitor online activity of students

and to block/filter access to child pornography and other material that is obscene,

objectionable, inappropriate and/or harmful to minors. "Harmful to minors" is a

term defined by the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 254(h)(7)) as any

picture, image, graphic image file, or other visual depiction that:

A. taken as a whole and with respect to minors, appeals to a prurient interest in

nudity, sex, or excretion;

B. depicts, describes, or represents, in a patently offensive way with respect to

what is suitable for minors, an actual or simulated sexual act or sexual

contact, actual or simulated normal or perverted sexual acts, or a lewd

exhibition of the genitals;

C. taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value as

to minors.

At the discretion of the Board or the District Administrator, the technology

protection measure may be configured to protect against access to other material

considered inappropriate for students to access. The technology protection measure

may not be disabled at any time that students may be using the Network, if such

disabling will cease to protect against access to materials that are prohibited under

the Children's Internet Protection Act.

The District Administrator or IT consultant may temporarily or permanently

unblock access to websites or online education containing appropriate material if

access to such sites has been inappropriately blocked by the technology protection

measure. The determination of whether material is appropriate or inappropriate

shall be based on the content of the material and the intended use of the material,

not on the protection actions of the technology protection measure.

The District Administrator or IT consultant may disable the technology protection

measure to enable access for bona fide research or other lawful purposes.

Parents are advised that a determined user may be able to gain access to services on

the Internet that the Board has not authorized for educational purposes. In fact, it is

impossible to guarantee students will not gain access through the Internet to

information and communications that they and/or their parents may find

inappropriate, offensive, objectionable or controversial. Parents of minors are

responsible for setting and conveying the standards that their children should

follow when using the Internet.

The District Administrator shall prepare guidelines which address students' safety

and security while using e-mail, chat rooms, instant messaging and other forms of

direct electronic communications, and prohibit disclosure of personal identification

information of minors and unauthorized access (e.g., "hacking") and other unlawful

activities by minors online.

Education Technology is provided as a tool for education. The School District

reserves the right to monitor, inspect, copy, review and store at any time and

without prior notice any and all usage of the computer network and Internet access

and any and all information transmitted or received in connection with such usage.

All such information files shall be and remain the property of the School District and

no user shall have any expectation of privacy regarding such materials.

Pursuant to Federal law, students shall receive education about the following:

A. safety and security while using e-mail, chat rooms, social media, and other

forms of direct electronic communications;

B. the dangers inherent with the online disclosure of personally identifiable

information;

C. the consequences of unauthorized access (e.g., "hacking"), cyber bullying, and

other unlawful or inappropriate activities by students online;

D. unauthorized disclosure, use, and dissemination of personal information

regarding minors.

Staff members shall provide instruction for their students regarding the appropriate

use of technology and online safety and security as specified above. Furthermore,

staff members will monitor the online activities of students while at school.

Monitoring may include, but is not necessarily limited to, visual observations of

online activities during class sessions; or use of specific monitoring tools to review

browser history and network, server, and computer logs.

Building Principals are responsible for providing training so that Internet users

under their supervision are knowledgeable about this policy and its accompanying

guidelines. The Board expects that staff members will provide guidance and

instruction to students in the appropriate use of the Education Technology. Such

training shall include, but not be limited to, education concerning appropriate online

behavior, including interacting with other individuals on social networking websites

and in chat rooms, and cyber bullying awareness and response. All Internet users

(and their parents if they are minors) are required to sign a written agreement to

abide by the terms and conditions of this policy and its accompanying guidelines.

Students in third grade and above will be assigned a school email account that they

are required to utilize for all school-related electronic communications, including

those to staff members and individuals and/or organizations outside the District

with whom they are communicating for school-related projects and assignments.

Further, as directed and authorized by their teachers, they shall use their school-

assigned email account when signing-up/registering for access to various online

educational services, including mobile applications/apps that will be utilized by the

student for educational purposes.

Students and staff members are responsible for good behavior on the Board's

Education Technology just as they are in classrooms, school hallways, and other

school premises and school sponsored events. Communications on the Internet are

often public in nature. General school rules for behavior and communication apply.

The Board does not sanction any use of the Education Technology that is not

authorized by or conducted strictly in compliance with this policy and its

accompanying guidelines.

Students shall not access social media for personal use from the District’s network,

but shall be permitted to access social media for educational use in accordance with

their teacher’s approved plan for such use.

Users who disregard this policy and its accompanying guidelines may have their use

privileges suspended or revoked, and disciplinary action taken against them. Users

of the Board's Education Technology are personally responsible and liable, both

civilly and criminally, for uses of the Ed-Tech not authorized by this Board policy

and its accompanying guidelines.

The Board designates the District Administrator and the library media specialist as

the personnel responsible for initiating, implementing, and enforcing this policy and

its accompanying guidelines as they apply to students' use of the District’s

Education Technology.

PBIS/Behavior Expectations

PBIS Schools:

PBIS Schools emphasize a school-wide system of supports that include strategies for

defining, teaching, and supporting appropriate behavior. The goal is to design the

most effective learning community possible with the best outcomes for all students.

Attention is focused on creating and sustaining school-wide, classroom, and

individual systems of support. Unlike how schools have typically responded in the

past – discipline in response to student misbehavior – PBIS teaches behavioral

expectations and rewards students for following them. The goal is to establish a

climate in which appropriate behavior is the norm.

Classroom Management:

The key to a positive and effective learning environment is sound classroom

management that addresses all aspects of the classroom. Routines will be taught to

students at the beginning of the school year and revisited until it is clear that all

students understand the routines and are able to perform them. Areas that may be

addressed include getting the teacher’s attention, using the restroom, sharpening a

pencil, turning in work, and any other routine that takes place on a daily basis.

These procedures will be utilized by all staff members and shared with guest

teachers. The techniques used by educators for addressing when a student fails to

abide by classroom expectations are unique to each teacher. Although it is

impossible to anticipate all possible situations, general plans will be in place for

dealing with any behaviors that detract from the learning environment and will be

used consistently. This will be the first line of defense in dealing with inappropriate

behaviors that are considered to be minor. Note: students who persistently disrupt

learning with minor offenses may require administrator involvement.

Major Incidents

Some behaviors and incidents require more immediate solutions and/or the

attention of an administrator. To determine if a major incident report was required

please reference the descriptions included later in the handbook. Referral forms

must be completed and submitted to the administrator. The student will be sent to

the office. The administrator will speak with the student and contact the parent if

needed, and determine an appropriate consequence. When a student returns to

class they will be welcomed. A variety of factors are considered while processing a

major report, therefore, the consequences that arise will vary from student to

student.

STONE BANK SCHOOL - MAJOR AND MINOR BEHAVIORS

MAJOR BEHAVIORS

Administrator Managed

MINOR BEHAVIORS

Teacher Managed

• Fighting

• Inappropriate Physical Contact

• Harassment

~Definition: The delivery of

disrespectful messages in any

format related to gender, ethnicity,

sex, race, religion, disability,

physical features, or other protected

class

• Verbal Aggression Toward Others

• Stealing

• Vandalism

• Possession/Consumption of Alcohol or

Drugs

• Insubordination

~Definition: Direct defiance of a

staff member

• Chronic Minor (teacher documented,

assessed)

• Tardy

• Isolated Use of Inappropriate Language

• Inappropriate Clothing

• Misuse Property/**Technology

~Did not have appropriate teacher

permission

• Disruption

~Ex: Talking out of turn, off task

behaviors, disrupting direct instruction,

etc.

• Dishonesty

**Acceptable Use Policy may determine

differentiated consequence

Behaviors and Consequences

(Not Being Respectful, Responsible and Ready)

Category Behavior Example/Definition Consequence Potential

Consequences

for repeated

behavior (3

times in 10

school days)

Minor Dishonesty Lying, cheating Parent contact. Teacher

Discretion

based upon age

and specific

events

Referral to

administrator

Minor Tardy/unprepared

for class Arriving late to class,

not having necessary

learning materials

Teacher

Discretion

based upon age

and specific

events

Referral to

administrator

Minor Dress code violation Clothing that

distracts from the

learning environment

(See handbook)

Contact parents

for change of

clothing, or

change into PE

uniform (MS

only).

Referral to

administrator

Minor Isolated use of

inappropriate

language

Using language or

words not

appropriate for

school

Parent contact. Teacher

Discretion

based upon age

and language.

Referral to

administrator

Minor Misuse of

property/technology Lacking appropriate

permission Temporary loss

of privileges, see

AUP policy.

Referral to

administrator

Minor Disruption of

learning environment Excessive talking, off

task behavior,

disrupting

instruction

Parent contact. Teacher

Discretion

based upon age

and specific

events

Referral to

administrator

Major Fighting Two-way physical

aggression with

intent to harm

Suspension Minimum-

Suspension/Ref

erral to law

enforcement Maximum-

Expulsion

Major Inappropriate

physical contact Hitting, pinching,

touching someone

without her/his

permission

Minimum-

Detention

Maximum-

Suspension

Minimum-

Suspension Maximum-

Expulsion

Major Bullying/Harassment The delivery of

disrespectful

messages in any

format related to a

person’s gender,

ethnicity, sex, race,

religion, disability,

physical features, or

other protected

status

Minimum-

Detention Maximum-

Suspension

Minimum-

Suspension Maximum-

Expulsion

Major Verbal Aggression

towards others Making threatening

comments or

profanity towards

another person or

staff member

Minimum-

Detention Maximum-

Suspension

Minimum-

Suspension Maximum-

Expulsion

Major Theft Stealing something

that doesn’t belong to

you

Minimum-

Detention Maximum-

Suspension

Minimum-

Suspension/Ref

erral to law

enforcement Maximum-

Expulsion

Major Vandalism Destruction of school

property or another’s

property

Suspension Minimum-

Suspension/Ref

erral to law

enforcement Maximum-

Expulsion

Major Possession or

consumption of drugs

or alcohol

Having, sharing,

eating, and/or

drinking something

that is illegal or

banned at school

Minimum-

Suspension Minimum-

Suspension/Ref

erral to law

enforcement Maximum-

Expulsion

Major Insubordination Direct defiance of a

staff member Minimum-

Detention Maximum-

Suspension

Minimum-

Detention Maximum-

Expulsion

Immunization Requirements

STUDENT IMMUNIZATION LAW

AGE/GRADE REQUIREMENTS

2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR

The following are the minimum required immunizations for each age/grade level. It

is not a recommended immunization schedule for infants and preschoolers. For that

schedule, contact your doctor or local health department.

Age/Grade Number of Doses

Pre K (2 yrs through 4

yrs)

4 DTP/DTaP/DT2 3 Polio 3 Hep

B

1

MMR5

1 Var6

Grades K through 5 4

DTP/DTaP/DT/Td1,2

4

Polio4

3 Hep

B

2

MMR5

1 Var 6

Grades 6 through 12 4

DTP/DTaP/DT/Td2

1Tdap3

4

Polio4

3 Hep

B

2 MMR5 2

Var6

1. DTP/DTaP/DT vaccine for children entering Kindergarten: Your child must have

received one dose after the 4th birthday (either the 3rd, 4th, or 5th dose) to be

compliant. (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4 birthday is also acceptable).

2. DTP/DTaP/DT/Td vaccine for students entering Pre K and grades 1 through 12:

Four doses are required. However, if your child received the 3rd dose after the 4th

birthday, further doses are not required. (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4th

birthday is also acceptable).

3. Tdap means adolescent tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertussis vaccine. If

your child received a dose of a tetanus-containing vaccine, such as Td, within 5 years

of entering the grade in which Tdap is required, your child is compliant and a dose

of Tdap vaccine is not required.

4. Polio vaccine for students entering grades Kindergarten through 12: Four doses

are required. However, if your child received the 3rd dose after the 4th birthday,

further doses are not required. (Note: a dose 4 days or less before the 4th birthday

is also acceptable).

5. The first does of MMR vaccine must have been received on or after the first

birthday (Note: a does 4 days or less before the 1st birthday is also acceptable).

6. Var means Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine. A history of chickenpox disease is also

acceptable