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Table of Contents Belief Statements ................................................................................................................................................ 3

Mission Statement .............................................................................................................................................. 3

Hollingsworth STEAM Academy Song ............................................................................................................ 3

School-wide Positive Incentives ............................................................................................................................ 4

Expectations ........................................................................................................................................................ 5

Student Searches ............................................................................................................................................... 5

Curriculum ............................................................................................................................................................ 5

Grading ................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Unsatisfactory Progress Notices ....................................................................................................................... 6

Conferences ........................................................................................................................................................ 6

Homework Policy ................................................................................................................................................ 7

School Visits ........................................................................................................................................................ 7

Birthdays .............................................................................................................................................................. 7

Library Policy ....................................................................................................................................................... 7

Emergency, Illness and Injury ........................................................................................................................... 8

Medication ............................................................................................................................................................ 8

Weapons .............................................................................................................................................................. 8

Attendance and Truancy .................................................................................................................................... 9

Personal Belongings ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Lost and Found ................................................................................................................................................. 10

Assemblies and Special Programs ................................................................................................................. 10

Early Dismissal Policy ...................................................................................................................................... 10

Parking, Loading, and Unloading ................................................................................................................... 10

After School Care .............................................................................................................................................. 11

Lunchroom ......................................................................................................................................................... 11

Playground ......................................................................................................................................................... 11

Discipline ............................................................................................................................................................ 12

School Telephone ............................................................................................................................................. 12

Phone Messages .............................................................................................................................................. 12

School Records ................................................................................................................................................. 12

Harassment Policy ............................................................................................................................................ 13

Resolving School Problems ............................................................................................................................ 13

Bicycles/Skateboards/Rollerblades ................................................................................................................ 13

Safekey ............................................................................................................................................................... 13

Dress Code ........................................................................................................................................................ 14

Transportation ................................................................................................................................................... 14

Textbooks ........................................................................................................................................................... 15

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Address Change ............................................................................................................................................... 15

Parent Volunteers ............................................................................................................................................. 15

State-Mandated Testing Calendar ................................................................................................................. 16

Code of Honor ................................................................................................................................................... 17

Conflict Management Skills ............................................................................................................................. 18

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Hollingsworth STEAM Academy

Belief Statements

Quality relationships are created. Our school promotes a safe environment for success, positive interaction, mutual respect and cooperation among the school community.

Quality work is identified and produced by setting and maintaining high expectations for achievement and behavior.

Continuous self-evaluation occurs. Students and staff use self-evaluation techniques to monitor their progress.

Strategies are aligned with brain research to address the needs of our students. Activities focus on achievement, develop the capacity to think and learn independently, stimulate interest in learning, refine social skills and involve the student and parent in the learning process. As professionals we are educated to provide our students with the best learning experiences possible.

We celebrate the talents and gifts of each individual as he/she becomes a lifelong learner.

Mission Statement

The staff and administration of Hollingsworth STEAM Academy are committed to preparing our students for the future by improving academic achievement through investigative experiences.

Hollingsworth STEAM Academy Song

We’re the investigators, from Hollingsworth STEAM school We’ve started on a journey, where learning is the rule.

From all around the valley, we have gathered here. Our goals are set and we can see our future bright & clear.

CHORUS:

We’re investigating our changing world, Every teacher, every parent, every boy & girl.

Working all together, solve that mystery.

Using math & science, through technology. We’re the investigators, just look at us and see,

We’re showing our community what a school can be. Using all our knowledge, we’ll search for the clue,

With hearts & minds in unison, we’ll make our dreams come true. CHORUS

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School-wide Positive Incentives

Awards Recognition for excelling

academically and behaviorally during a

grading period

Rocket Math Certificates and a dog tag

for completing sets of facts.

Kideract Application, interview and

campaign process for student government

Exploration Classes Students participate in

classes of choice based on Science, Engineering, Math

and Technology.

LEGO Room/Maker Space Students can earn time in the

LEGO Room/Maker Space from their classroom teachers

Reading Incentives Accelerated Reader

program is used at school to improve comprehension.

Lunchtime Activities Organized activities and

games are available daily during lunch recess

Junior Chef Program Students are selected to participate in a cooking

activity during lunch.

Reading Charms Students earn charms for reading series of books.

Citizenship Awards Classroom recognition for consistency demonstrating

responsible behavior

I-Spy Tickets Individual recognition of

responsible behavior through tickets

Morning Drummers Extracurricular activity with

sustained responsible behavior required

Lucky Ducks Students earn a “Lucky

Duck” if they earn 20 AR points in a month

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Expectations

There is a clear expectation that students, parents, administrators, teachers, and staff work continuously together to model positive characteristics in the educational environment conducive to the development of character, ethics, and manners. Seven qualities that are believed to be basic to positive human conduct are as follows: Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, Empathy, Courage, Manners, and Justice. The most fundamental of these are Respect and Responsibility.

Respect

¨ Treat others as you wish to be treated. ¨ Use appropriate language. ¨ Keep hands, feet and all objects to self/no fighting. ¨ Insubordination is not tolerated.

Responsibility

¨ Always do your best. ¨ Follow directions. ¨ Walk in the building. ¨ No gum is allowed in school. ¨ Take care of equipment/school property. ¨ Be on time.

Student Searches

Students are hereby informed that they will be subject to search when they enter campus after the beginning of the school day. This includes, but is not limited to, unauthorized returns. This notice does not exclude personnel however, from searching a student at any time should there be reasonable suspicion of wrongdoing.

Curriculum

The Clark County School District has established curriculum guidelines that form the basis of instruction in our school. Grade level objectives in each subject are the goals teachers use when planning and teaching lessons. Teachers also use a variety of instructional materials, resources and activities to help students understand skills or concepts. Students are ultimately responsible for their own learning. Even the best-planned and most exciting lesson requires an attentive and receptive student. The goal of the Hollingsworth STEAM Academy is to create a curriculum that meets the needs of each individual student. Every effort will be made to ensure that the curriculum is both challenging and interesting for all students. Exploration courses will be available outside the instructional day throughout the year with the option of student and parent choice. These will cover additional concepts that are outside of the curriculum. Parents are encouraged to work closely with staff to determine the best choices for their child.

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Grading In accordance with the Clark County School District, it is the policy of the Hollingsworth STEAM Academy to grade students on the achievement of grade level skills. It is the responsibility of each teacher to regularly grade student work and to keep accurate records of grades. At the beginning of the year each teacher will communicate his/her specific grading policy to parents. Grades are based on a student’s performance on tests, participation in class, work assigned in class and homework. The percent that each of these will figure in a final semester’s grade depends on the grade level, subject and teacher’s expectations. In general, as students get older, completion of class work, homework, special projects and reports will count more heavily in the final grade. Primary students require more immediate attention and help from the teacher, and less work is expected to be done independently. Work turned in late because of an unexcused absence, or because the student failed to meet the restated deadline, may be given reduced credit or no credit. Late work may require a note of explanation from parents. Work must be turned in to receive any credit. Students will be graded as follows: A = 90 - 100% Excellent achievement of objectives

B = 80 - 89% Above average achievement of objectives C = 70 - 79% Average achievement of objectives D = 60 - 69% Below average achievement of objectives F – Failure to meet acceptable standard of achievement The following supplementary grading symbols are used for other subject and sub-skill areas: E = Exceptional progress S = Satisfactory progress N = Needs improvement X = Not presently being evaluated Please remember that a C grade is average and as such is an acceptable grade. Your child will be encouraged to continually achieve a higher quality of work. Parents should pay equal attention to the “success indicators.”

You have access to your child’s grades at all times on Infinite Campus. Please login regularly to check your child’s progress.

Unsatisfactory Progress Notices Unsatisfactory notices will be sent home at the mid-point of each grading period to indicate that a child is not doing satisfactory work. If your child receives a notice, a conference with the teacher is recommended. You may contact the school office for an appointment.

Conferences Keeping informed of student progress is important and conferences are encouraged. Since teachers’ schedules vary, it is best to arrange appointments through the office. Teachers are unable to meet or speak with parents during class time, as this is a disruption to the learning process.

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Homework Policy

The Clark County School District’s policy is that homework be assigned daily from Monday through Thursday. This is the minimum requirement. Additional homework assignments may be assigned to meet student needs, focus on special projects, or complete make-up work. Projects will also be sent home 3-5 times a year depending on the grade level. These projects are to be completed at home, however if your child needs assistance please let his/her teacher know so that we can provide the proper support. The purpose of homework is to practice and maintain previously learned skills and develop newly taught skills. Additionally, homework builds student responsibility, develops study skills, and promotes parental/guardian involvement in the child’s education. Some children may complete the same assignment in less time, and some will need more time. Along with regular homework, your child should be reading at least 20 minutes a night at the primary level and longer in the intermediate grades. A quiet and well-lit space should be provided for homework. Parents can participate by examining the work, but not completing it for the child.

School Visits All parents are welcome to visit Hollingsworth STEAM Academy to participate in our program. Please inform the office and set up a time with the teacher or Volunteer Coordinator to visit. Our responsibility for the safety of hundreds of students is taken very seriously. All visitors are required to sign in and obtain a visitor’s pass.

Birthdays Many parents enjoy sharing their child’s birthday with the classmates at school. In order to maintain the routine of instruction in the classroom we would ask that parents prearrange with the classroom teacher to bring in any treats for the class. The treats that are brought in will be distributed at lunch time. Cupcakes are welcome, however NO cakes are allowed. Please do not bring gifts, balloons or other items to be delivered at the school. None of these items can be delivered or given in the classroom since they interrupt instructional time.

Library Policy

Students may check out books from the library. Books are checked out for one week, and may be renewed. Please be aware that students are responsible for the books they check out. ¨ If a book is lost or damaged, the student must pay for it. ¨ Pencils may be purchased in the library. The main goal of the library program is to promote a love of reading. Various reading incentive programs will be held throughout the year, such as the Reading Counts Program. Parents are encouraged to become involved in their child’s reading by listening to them read, talk about the story, read together, or have the child read to family members.

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Emergency, Illness and Injury

If your child becomes ill or is injured during school hours, he/she will be sent to the nurse’s office. You will be contacted to pick up your child so that he/she may be properly cared for at home. It is essential for the school to have emergency data: a current phone number for your residence and place of employment, and emergency numbers in case of accident or illness. If this information changes during the school year, please notify the school immediately. Clark County School District provides a school nurse for one or two days per week, and a qualified First Aid Safety Assistant is available during the school day. Elementary schools do not have facilities to care for sick or injured children for an extended period of time.

Medication If a child under a physician’s care is well enough to be in school, but requires medication during the school day, Form CCF-643 (Medication Release – Legal Release Information Regarding Medication During School Hours) must be completed by the parent/guardian and placed on file in the school office. Complete instructions and guidelines for receiving medication at school are outlined in a separate “Elementary School Health Services” brochure. Please refer to this brochure for answers to some of the common problems and questions about school and health. If you need further information, please call the School Nurse for assistance. Under no circumstances is the school allowed to give any medication without a prescription and a signed medical release.

Weapons There are stringent guidelines, according to Nevada State Law and C.C.S.D. Regulation 5141.1, regarding weapons. Please be sure that the following items DO NOT come to school with your child: ¨ Guns, knives, other weapons (including but not limited to pocket knives, razor blades,

ice picks, or other sharp instruments, brass knuckles, pipes, Chinese stars, billy clubs and machetes).

¨ Inflammable material (including but not limited to bombs, fireworks, or firecrackers, or any other items that may cause bodily injury or death.)

¨ No person may carry, use, possess, conceal or transmit a simulated weapon on school district property. Simulated weapons include, but are not limited to, any “toy” or nonfunctional implement which bears a substantial visual resemblance to any item defined by this regulation as a weapon.

Please talk to your child about the importance of these regulations. When we have reasonable safety concerns, backpacks and/or desks will be searched. Be advised also that if weapons are found in your child’s possession, he/she can and will be suspended.

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Attendance and Truancy School attendance is vital to your child’s academic success in school. The laws about school truancy were changed to reduce the high rate of habitual truants in schools. The following information outlines the major provision of the regulations: · Attendance enforcement is a shared responsibility between the Clark County School

District and the student’s parent/guardian. · Student tardiness is a serious disruption to the educational program and infringes on

the educational rights of other students. · A student who exceeds twenty (20) absences during the school year MAY be retained

in the current grade. · Unavoidable medical and dental appointments that cannot be scheduled any other

time and that result in a partial day absence are still considered absent, but this does not count for purposes of attendance enforcement/truancy.

· Parents are to request make-up work within three (3) days of the absence. · Student shall be allowed a minimum of three (3) days to complete make-up work. · A student that is declared truant three (3) times during a school year could be

referred for educational neglect Child Protective Services. The following terms are used in the new regulation: · Truancy-When a student is absent from school and neither the parent nor the school

knows the whereabouts of the student (i.e. playing hooky, ditching school). · Pre-arranged Absences—When a parent/guardian informs the school in advance

that their child will be absent. Pre-arranged absences are always excused, but count toward the student’s total number of absences. An elementary student MAY be required to repeat the current grade if the total number of absences exceeds twenty (20) for the school year.

· Excused Absences—When a student is physically or mentally unable to attend school due to a medical appointment or illness

· When the parent/guardian explains the cause of an absence within three (3) days after the student returns to school

· When the approval of the teacher or principal has been given for an unavoidable absence due to an emergency

· When a student is participating in a school sanctioned activity outside the classroom during regular school hours, as approved by the principal or designee.

Personal Belongings

Many personal items brought to school are lost or broken. It is impossible for the school to assume responsibility for such items as cell phones, radios, tablets, toys, rollerblades, pets, sports equipment, electronic games, and money. The best way to prevent loss of personal items is to leave them at home. Dangerous items such as bats, skates, skateboards and hardballs are not allowed on campus. Pokemon or other collectable items are never allowed on campus and will be confiscated. A parent/guardian will have to pick up the items at the school office. Parents are urged to print names on items such as lunch sacks/boxes, coats and sweaters. The school is NOT responsible for the loss of any personal items while on campus. This includes electronic devices and cellular phones.

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Lost and Found

Lost and found clothing and lunch pails are displayed in the multipurpose room. Lost items such as money, purses, jewelry cell phones, and eyeglasses can be claimed in the front office. Loss of these items will be greatly reduced if they are clearly labeled with your child’s name and room number. If an item is missing it must be reported to the school office within 24 hours.

Assemblies and Special Programs

A number of assemblies and special programs are scheduled for students throughout the year. These include programs that will extend and reinforce the school curriculum. Students are expected to be courteous and respectful during assemblies. Field trips reinforce curricular objectives and provide a fun enhancement to the school routine.

Early Dismissal Policy

Extreme care is exercised at all times in the release of children to adults. If it is necessary to remove your child from school prior to dismissal time, you must be present in the school office by 1:45 p.m. Parents, please be aware that we want each of our students to maximize their instructional time, so we ask if you are arranging any appointment to do so after the school day ends. Children will only be called out of class once you have arrived at the office. At that time you will be required to sign the office release log and will be asked to show a photo ID prior to your child’s release. We ask that you refrain from picking up students between 1:45 p.m. and 2:11 p.m. to avoid dismissal traffic. ¨ A CHILD WILL NOT BE RELEASED TO A PERSON WHO IS NOT LISTED ON

INFINITE CAMPUS. If you have someone you would like to add to your child’s enrollment, please come to the school office and update this information. If an adult comes in to pick up your child, and he/she is not listed on the child’s account they will not be released to that person.

Parking, Loading, and Unloading

There is limited parking available. Parents need to park, then meet children at the Bruce Street gates after school. This will ensure the safety of all our students. Since safety is always a concern please use caution and care when driving around the school. The main entrance of the school (Ogden Ave.) should not be used to drop off or pick up children in the morning or after school. The front of the school is for busses. In addition, please do not block the bus parking on 18th St after school. Please be aware of parking signs on the street that reserve space for busses. These areas are monitored and can be ticketed when they are not followed.

School Arrival—7:30 a.m. Children are not allowed to arrive at school earlier than 7:30 a.m. Supervision will

NOT be available prior to that time. School Departure—2:11 p.m.

Students will meet brothers, sisters, parents and friends at their assigned dismissal gate.

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After School Care

Students who miss their ride or bus will report to the office immediately. Students who are not picked up by 2:11 and do not have supervision will be sent to Safekey. All parents are asked to fill out a Safekey registration form and pay for one day of Safekey in case of emergencies. If there is no Safekey registration on file and we cannot get in touch with an adult, CCSD police will transport your child to Child Haven.

Lunchroom

Students have a thirty five-minute lunch and recess period following a structured 10 minute activity with their classroom teacher. After approximately twenty minutes in the lunchroom, students are dismissed to the playground. Those students needing more time to eat are allowed to remain in the lunchroom. Students should demonstrate responsible behavior in the lunchroom. Students must walk in an orderly manner, remain seated at assigned tables, talk quietly and be courteous. Students are expected to behave in the school lunchroom in the same courteous manner as they would at home. Parents are welcome to join their child for lunch. A special table will be set aside for this. All visitors on campus must obtain a visitor’s pass prior to proceeding to the lunchroom.

Playground

Equipment, such as jump ropes and balls may be checked out on the playground. Students are expected to use equipment properly and follow game rules established in the physical education program. Students should not bring their own toys or equipment unless requested by a teacher. The physical education teacher will provide opportunities for students to participate in organized games. Students are expected to play safely in assigned playground areas during lunch recess: · Running around the playground equipment is dangerous and not allowed. Rough

play, play fighting, and tricks on the playground equipment are not permitted. · Climbing fences or on the roof to retrieve balls is not allowed. · Running around the building is not permitted. Students must remain on the

playground area. · Playing tag is not permitted unless it is shadow tag. Freeze bell – The freeze bell is the first bell that rings before school and at lunch recess. Students are to get off of the play equipment, step out of the tetherball ring, stand quietly and face the school building until a whistle is blown signaling them to walk quietly to their assigned destinations. General Playground Rules: 1. Show Respect 2. Be a Good Sport 3. Follow P.E. Rules 4. Freeze 5. Walk on the Blacktop

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Discipline

Good behavior is expected of all students to ensure a positive learning environment. We ask you to discuss with your children the importance of and need for good behavior and a good attitude while at school. Each class has a discipline plan in effect which requires the cooperation of staff, students, and parents. Your child’s teacher will communicate with you regarding classroom and playground rules. You will be notified if your child’s behavior needs your attention. Repeated misbehavior may result in a conference among the teacher, student and parent. Consistent misbehaviors will result in the creation of a Behavior Contract. When school-related misbehavior occurs, the school principal and teachers may decide to use a variety of strategies to address the problem. The following options are not necessarily listed in order of use. The school will use the corrective action which complies with CCSD Policy and Regulation and best addresses the nature of the problem and the overall citizenship record of the student. Typically, disciplinary action would begin at the minimum; however, it may be necessary to take more severe action immediately.

· Informal Talk · Conference · Parent Notification · Required Parent Conference (RPC) · In-School Discipline (Ex., detention, revoking privileges) · Suspension · Bus Suspension · Clark County Department of Family Services (Educational Neglect)

Frequent communication between the school and home is encouraged.

School Telephone

The school office is the center of activities and is busy at all times. The school telephone may be used by students in case of emergency or necessity; however, it should be used with discretion – not to obtain permission to visit with friends, bring in a missing assignment, or to try and obtain last minute permission for field trips, etc.

Phone Messages

Phone messages will NOT be delivered to students. Please make arrangements prior to school for transportation messages. A message to a student involves disruption of a class, use of clerical time, and a possible violation of the Family Rights and Privacy Act. There is no way to positively verify the legal parent or guardian over the phone. You must be present at the front counter, with identification, in order for us to tell your student of a change in after school/home plans.

School Records

Twenty-four hour notice is required for copies of report cards or test results.

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Harassment Policy

A new policy is in effect prohibiting all forms of student harassment. In summary, the policy states: ¨ “Harassment is any verbal, visual or physical conduct which is sufficiently severe,

persistent or pervasive that it adversely affects or has the purpose or logical consequence of interfering with the student’s educational program or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive school atmosphere.”

¨ “Harassment, whether it is by students, staff or third parties in the community, is strictly prohibited, and will subject the perpetrator to disciplinary action.”

¨ “Harassment, regardless of its basis, is prohibited.” Common types of harassment include, but are not limited to: unwanted touching, threats, name calling, bullying, slurs, epithets, verbal abuse, derogatory comments, gestures or pictures, unwelcome jokes or propositions, graphic comments about an individual’s body, display of inappropriately suggestive objects in the educational environment, and retaliation against an individual who reports a violation of this policy. Any student who feels that he or she is a victim of harassment should contact his or her teacher or principal. Copies of the full policy are available in the school office.

Resolving School Problems

At Hollingsworth we will make every effort to resolve any concerns that you may have. Your child’s teacher, the office staff, or the school office manager are available to answer questions and address your concerns at Hollingsworth. If an issue or concern is not resolved at this level, administrative intervention is available; please contact Kathleen Decker the school’s principal at 799-1660. If you still require assistance please contact the Zone office.

Bicycles/Skateboards/Rollerblades

Students riding bicycles to travel to and from school should observe common safety rules. No bicycles, skateboards, or rollerblades are allowed on the playground, in the bus parking or the parking lot at the side of the school. Due to safety reasons, kindergarten students are not allowed to bring bikes to school. Roller shoes are not allowed on campus. Heelys will be confiscated if worn on campus due to safety concerns and damage to flooring.

Safekey

Safekey is a before and after school supervised program for school children. The program is a service provided by the Las Vegas Recreation Department. For more information regarding the SAFEKEY Program, call 702 229-3399 It is highly recommended that all students be registered and have one paid day for Safekey, even as a walk-in, so that your child(ren) can go to Safekey in the event of an emergency. This would prevent us from having to call CCSD Police to transport your child to Child Haven.

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Dress Code

The Clark County School District (CCSD) reserves the right to insist that the dress and grooming of students be within the limits of generally accepted community standards and that students shall be required to show proper attention to personal cleanliness. Students’ dress, personal appearance and conduct are required to be of such character as to not disrupt or detract from the educational environment of the school. Any style that tends to diminish instructional effectiveness or discipline control by teachers, or which is a potential safety hazard, is not acceptable. CCSD Regulation 5131 stipulates the following:

Wearing shoes with soles is required. (No sandals, open toe shoes or thongs).

Wearing crop tops, strapless, low-cut clothing, clothing with slits, or tops and outfits that provide minimum coverage is prohibited.

No spaghetti straps are permitted.

Leggings may not be worn as pants and must be covered appropriately.

All sleeveless shirts must have straps at least three inches wide and must cover the shoulder.

All attire must reach within five inches from the top of the kneecap.

Shorties (little shorts) must be worn under dresses or skirts.

If shorts are worn, they must be hemmed, without fraying.

The wearing of headgear (hats) on campus, except for authorized athletic practices or activities, is prohibited.

Slogans or advertising on clothing, which by their controversial or obscene nature disrupt the educational setting, are prohibited.

No spiked or studded clothing is allowed.

The principal shall retain the authority to grant exceptions for special occasions and/or conditions.

Baggy pants, long belts and chains ARE NOT allowed on campus.

No roller shoes (Heelys) are allowed on campus.

Hair color and style must be worn in such a way as not to be disruptive to the educational environment; hair, if dyed, must be a natural color.

For the safety of students, tennis shoes are requested for P.E.

Transportation Riding the bus is a privilege. Students who live farther than two miles from school are eligible for bus transportation if they are zoned for Hollingsworth. Students are under the supervision of the bus driver and are expected to follow the rules of Clark County School District while on the bus or at the bus stop. Strict rules of behavior for students have been adopted by the school district in order to protect the safety of the students. Safety is a priority at Hollingsworth The bus driver will issue citations to students who do not obey school bus regulations. Citations may result in a bus suspension that range from one day riding suspension to having bus privileges revoked or the remainder of the school year. Students are expected to attend school even if they have been suspended from the bus.

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Textbooks Textbooks are furnished by the school district. However, the students must pay for books that are lost or badly damaged.

Address Change

It is very important that the school has current information regarding all students. If for any reason the information that we have on record for address or telephone numbers changes you need to notify the office as soon as possible. Please stop by the office to make any adjustments in the student information that is on file.

Parent Volunteers

We would like very active parent participation, and we hope you will join us. The cooperation between parents and school builds the best educational environment for children. Please consider participating in school on a regular basis. There are many different activities that you can choose to be a part of. · Field Trip Chaperone · Literacy Nights and Stories N Snacks · Project Days · Preparation of classroom materials · Bulletin Board Decoration · Read to or listen to students · Assist with the computers · Explorations class expertise · Junior Chef · Field Day · Assemblies · Critter Care · Career Days · Sewing · Watch Dogs for Dads Volunteer And much more! We truly need your help to make school a great experience for your children. We appreciate all that you do when you take the time to help at school and with homework. Please contact our Parent Volunteer Coordinator to find out how you can help.

Parent Volunteer Coordinator Dorothy Delgado 702 799-1660 x4098

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CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

State-Mandated Testing Calendar

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Code of Honor Nevada Department of Education

There is a clear expectation that all students will perform academic tasks with honor and integrity, with the support of parents, staff, faculty, administration, and the community. The learning process requires students to think, process, organize and create their own ideas. Throughout this process, students gain knowledge, self-respect, and ownership in the work that they do. These qualities provide a solid foundation for life skills, impacting people positively throughout their lives. Cheating and plagiarism violate the fundamental learning process and compromise personal integrity and one’s honor. Students demonstrate academic honesty and integrity by not cheating, plagiarizing or using information unethically in any way. What is cheating? Cheating or academic dishonesty can take many forms, but always involves the improper taking of information from and/or giving of information to another student, individual, or other source. Examples of cheating can include, but are not limited to: � Taking or copying answers on an examination or any other assignment from another student or other source � Giving answers on an examination or any other assignment to another student � Copying assignments that are turned in as original work � Collaborating on exams, assignments, papers, and/or projects without specific teacher permission � Allowing others to do the research or writing for an assigned paper � Using unauthorized electronic devices � Falsifying data or lab results, including changing grades electronically What is plagiarism? Plagiarism is a common form of cheating or academic dishonesty in the school setting. It is representing another person’s works or ideas as your own without giving credit to the proper source and submitting it for any purpose. Examples of plagiarism can include, but are not limited to: � Submitting someone else’s work, such as published sources in part or whole, as your

own without giving credit to the source � Turning in purchased papers or papers from the Internet written by someone else � Representing another person’s artistic or scholarly works such as musical

compositions, computer programs, photographs, drawings, or paintings as your own � Helping others plagiarize by giving them your work All stakeholders have a responsibility in maintaining academic honesty. Educators must provide the tools and teach the concepts that afford students the knowledge to understand the characteristics of cheating and plagiarism. Parents must support their students in making good decisions relative to completing coursework assignments and taking exams. Students must produce work that is theirs alone, recognizing the importance of thinking for themselves and learning independently, when that is the nature of the assignment. Adhering to the Code of Honor for the purposes of academic honesty promotes an essential skill that goes beyond the school environment. Honesty and integrity are useful and valuable traits impacting one’s life. Questions or concerns regarding the consequences associated with a violation of the Code of Honor may be directed towards your child’s school administration and/or the school district.

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Conflict Management Skills Having a small problem with one of

your friends?

Try 2 of Kelso’s Choices.

If you have a BIG problem, tell an adult

that you trust.

Go to Another Game

Share and Take Turns

Ignore It

Talk It Out Tell Them To Stop

Walk Away

Wait and Cool Off

Apologize

Make a Deal