ENDICOTT-ST

ENDICOTT-ST. JOHN MIDDLE SCHOOL

ENDICOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

P-8

HANDBOOK

2009-2010

CONTENTS

WELCOME................................................................................................................................................ 3

MISSION STATEMENT............................................................................................................................... 3

WILDCAT FIVE.......................................................................................................................................... 3

STUDENT CODE OF ETHIC........................................................................................................................ 3

IMPORTANT STUDENT INFORMATION

School Hours............................................................................................................................................... 4

Faculty and Staff.......................................................................................................................................... 5

Offices........................................................................................................................................................ 6

Visiting Our School...................................................................................................................................... 6

Illness and Accident....................................................................................................................................... 6

Lunch Ticket and Cafeteria............................................................................................................................. 6

Clothing Recommendations............................................................................................................................ 7

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

Classroom................................................................................................................................................... 7

Building/Hallways........................................................................................................................................ 7

Recess and Playground................................................................................................................................... 8

Lunchroom.................................................................................................................................................. 8

Playground Rules......................................................................................................................................... 9

Elementary Academic Policy........................................................................................................................... 10

Middle School Academic Policy...................................................................................................................... 11

Extra Curricular Activity Policy...................................................................................................................... 13

Student Athletic Policy.................................................................................................................................. 13

GENERAL INFORMATION

Valuables.................................................................................................................................................... 16

Library....................................................................................................................................................... 16..............................................................................................................................................................

Attendance (Excused/Unexcused)...................................................................................................................... 16..............................................................................................................................................................

Closed Campus............................................................................................................................................ 17

Check In/Out Program................................................................................................................................... 17

Activities.................................................................................................................................................... 17

Discipline................................................................................................................................................... 18

Student Council........................................................................................................................................... 22

Annual Notice.............................................................................................................................................. 22

Registration................................................................................................................................................. 22

Reports of Student Progress............................................................................................................................ 22

Harassment Policy........................................................................................................................................ 22

Tobacco, Alcohol and Controlled Substances..................................................................................................... 23

Gun/Weapon Free Zone Policy........................................................................................................................ 23

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)......................................................................................... 24

Inservice Schedule......................................................................................................................................... 24

Snow Closure Information............................................................................................................................. 24

Winter Open Gym Program............................................................................................................................ 25

Nonschool Related Fundraising....................................................................................................................... 25

Appendix A: Dress Code Policy..................................................................................................................... 26

Appendix B: Discipline Policy Guide/Student Rights and Appeal Process............................................................... 27

Appendix C: Bus Travel................................................................................................................................ 29

Appendix D: Middle School Student Schedule................................................................................................... 31

Appendix E: Endicott-St. John Cooperative Schools Registration Fees 2009-10...................................................... 32

Appendix F: Map........................................................................................................................................ 33

Appendix G: All School Supply List.............................................................................................................. 34

Appendix I: Pre-School All Year School Calendar............................................................................................. 35

Appendix J: Grades K-8 All Year School Calendar............................................................................................ 36

Appendix K: Prohibition of Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying........................................................................ 37

Appendix L: Cell Phone Policy...................................................................................................................... 38

Appendix M: Student/Parent Handbook Sign-Off Form....................................................................................... 39

WELCOME

Welcome to Endicott-St. John Cooperative Schools. We're glad you're here. The staff will work very hard to help you learn and be successful each day. We hope you enjoy our school and will come see us if you have questions, problems, or great things to share. The information in this handbook will help you and your parents understand school rules and programs. Please read and discuss this with your parents. If you have any questions, ask your teacher, counselor, principal, or superintendent.

Have a terrific year!

Rick Winters Suzanne T. Schmick

Superintendent Principal

rwinters@sje.wednet.edu sschmick@endicott.wednet.edu

(509) 657-3523 (509) 657-3523

MISSION STATEMENT

Our Staff is Committed

to developing in students a sense of personal excellence through individual and civic responsibility that comes by acquiring new knowledge, respecting one another, and coping with life's challenges. We expect these values to be demonstrated by all students in quality schoolwork and attitudes that affirm the dignity of every individual.

WILDCAT FIVE

The school rules are based on five basic guidelines students are expected to follow. They include:

1. Respect - Respect yourself, other students and adults at school.

2. Be Kind - Treat others with kindness and honesty.

3. Be Polite - Use good manners at school.

4. Be Safe - Treat yourself and others in a safe manner.

5. Do Your Best!

STUDENT CODE OF ETHICS

1. We are proud of our communities and schools and will work to maintain their high standards in academics and extracurricular programs.

2. We will be tolerant of other person's views if they differ from our own since everyone is entitled to their own opinion.

3. We pledge to help each other in the classroom or at an athletic event since we are all one team here.

4. We will strive to recognize that the most special thing about school is people and whether students or adults they should be treated with respect.

IMPORTANT STUDENT INFORMATION

SCHOOL HOURS 2009-2010

8:15 Walking students should not arrive before this time.

8:30 Classes begin.

9:45-10:00 Recess for Pre-School

10:00-10:15 Recess for grades K-5.

11:25-11:55 P-5th Grade Lunch/Recess.

12:00-12:30 6th-8th Grade Lunch/Break.

1:15-1:30 Recess for grades 1-5.

3:15 School dismissed.

School Office Hours

Endicott School may be contacted by calling 657-3523. School office hours are 7:30-4:00 P.M. during the regular school year. After 4:00 P.M. each day a message answering system will be available for our patrons’ convenience. If you have questions about your school or your child, please don't hesitate to call. Most problems are ones of communication and can be solved with a simple phone call.

School Hours for Students

Grades K-8 8:30 A.M. - 3:15 P.M.

*Kindergarten students will attend school Monday through Friday (full days).

*Pre-School students will attend school Monday through Thursday from 8:15 A.M. until 12:00 P.M.

Students are encouraged not to arrive on school grounds before 8:15 A.M. as supervision of the playground does not begin until then.

Students are expected to leave the school grounds at the 3:15 P.M. dismissal time, except when other arrangements have been made.

FACULTY AND STAFF

District: Mr. Rick Winters Superintendent

Mrs. Suzanne T. Schmick Principal

7^th Grade LA/SS

8^th Grade LA/SS

Mrs. Dana Crider Business Manager

Mrs. Julie Lust District Secretary

Mrs. Barbara Anderson Accounting

Teachers: Mrs. Margaret Schmick Pre-School

Mrs. Robin Hallenius Pre-School Assistant

Ms. Megan Doering Kindergarten/1^st Grade

Mrs. Katie Bailey 2^nd/3^rd Grades

Mrs. Becky Gonzalez 4^th/5^th Grades

Mr. Aaron Krantz 6^th Grade

Math

Science

Electives

Physical Education

Ms. Debbie McLaughlin 6^th Grade

LA/SS

7^th Grade SS

Electives

6^th Grade Advisor

Mrs. Sue Lynch 8th Grade

LA/SS/8^th Grade

Advisor//Exploratory/Electives

7th Grade LA/SS

7th Grade Advisor

Mrs. Mary Bertrand Art/Music

Mr. Richard Hallenius 7th/8th Math

Exploratory

Mr. David Johnson 7th/8th Science

Exploratory/Electives

Physical Education

Mr. Billy Ray, Jr. Band

Physical Education

GEAR-UP: Mrs. Leah Chinell

Special Services: Mrs. Melissa Repp

Instructional Assistants: Mrs. Pam Johnson

Mrs. Regina Simon

Mrs. Barbara Strader

Technology Consultant: Mr. Richard Hallenius

Counseling Staff: Mrs. Deanna Kile

Ms. Anna Hernandez

Library Mrs. Regina Simon

Custodians: Mr. Randy Root

Mr. Doug Carlsen

Cook: Mrs. Lorraine Salzman

School Nurse: Ms. Debbie Wolfe

Bus/Maintenance Supervisor: Mr. Gail Larson

Bus Drivers: Mr. Greg Burns

Mrs. Kathy Schmick

Mrs. Jenny Meyer

Mrs. Holly Osborn

Mrs. Rondi West

Board Members: Mr. Dwight Lust, Chair

Mr. Frank Garrett

Mrs. Debbie Schlomer

Mr. Marvin Schmick

Mrs. Greta White

OFFICES:

The secretary's office is located near the main entrance to the school along with the principal’s office, business manager’s office, superintendent’s office and nurse’s office.

Remember, you don't have to be in trouble to visit the principal's office. She likes to talk to you about how things are going.

VISITING OUR SCHOOL:

For the safety of our students, all visitors must sign in at the office prior to their school visit. Parents who are leaving things for their child should drop them in the office. Student guests are not allowed during the academic portion of the school day. Guests are welcome at lunch time only. This helps minimize interruptions in learning time.

ILLNESS AND ACCIDENTS:

If you are ill or hurt, tell your teacher or playground supervisor, or go to the secretary or principal. Be sure to talk to one of these people if you need to leave the building. A school nurse visits the school on a weekly basis. Be sure your parents contact the school secretary if you must miss school due to illness. The phone number is 657-3523.

If you need to leave school early due to an accident or illness be sure to sign out on the checkout board in Julie's office prior to leaving. Also, upon your return sign in and bring your excuse notes to Julie's office. We all appreciate your helpful spirit.

School Insurance - School insurance for accident and dental injury is available through the school. Information is sent home at the beginning of the school year and also available through the school office.

Special Health Conditions - If your child has a special health condition (e.g. diabetic, allergies, etc.) please be sure to fill out the Emergency Release Treatment Form or let the school office know.

It is necessary for the school to have proper information if your child needs medication during school hours. Please note on the Emergency Release Treatment Form who we may contact to assist in taking care of an ill child when you are unavailable.

Illnesses - Please keep your child home if he or she has a fever, a sore throat, severe cough or is too ill to play outside or to pay attention to school work. Students who are at school are expected to participate in all regular school activities (class work, physical education, music, recess) unless otherwise specified in writing by a physician.

Contagious Conditions - Children with unusual rashes, skin conditions, head lice or a contagious condition must be excluded from school. In most cases, children who have been excluded can be readmitted upon approval by the school nurse following treatment.

Immunizations - Your child's immunization status must be reported to the school under Washington Law. Please make sure immunization records are complete and up-to-date. In the event of an outbreak of disease, susceptible children may need to be excluded from school for their protection.

Medication - It is School District Policy that medication will only be administered when the failure to receive the medicine may result in the student being unable to attend school and/or to be well enough to participate in learning activities. We define medication to mean all drugs, whether prescription or over-the-counter.

Guidelines:

1. Parents must supply the prescribed medication in the original container; the label must include the students name, physicians name, the drug, and dosage.

2. A written authorization from the doctor or dentist who prescribed the medication must be furnished.

3. All medication will be stored and administered in the school office. Please do not ask your child to keep medication in his or her lunch box or pockets. Such medication, if lost, could endanger another child.

LUNCH TICKETS AND CAFETERIA:

Students have an opportunity to buy a hot lunch, bring a sack lunch or if they live close enough, they may go home for lunch (with note furnished to office beforehand). School lunch prices will be announced in the fall of each year. Parents are strongly urged to pay for lunches in advance to reduce the chance of needing a charge.

We allow children to charge their lunch on occasion, as we know that sometimes the money is forgotten at home. We make allowance for this by allowing children to charge no more than one time but they must repay this charge prior to having any more charges. If you need to wait before purchasing a lunch ticket, please send cold lunches. A reminder to parents will be sent out before your child's ticket runs out.

Free and Reduced Priced Lunches - Each fall, forms for applying for free and reduced price lunches for your children will be sent home. If you wish to apply, please fill out and return this form to the school office. This form will be evaluated within 10 working days and you will be notified as to your qualifying status.

Leaving School Grounds for Lunch - If your parents want you to come home for lunch, you must bring a note that the principal will file in the office. Your parent, giving you permission to leave school for that specific day or for the current school year, must sign this note. Before you leave, you must check out in the principal's or the secretary's office.

SJE COOPERATIVE-WIDE DRESS CODE:

Dress Code Guidelines

Students may wear:

Clothing that covers from the edge of their shoulder to the base of their neck.
Clothing that covers their mid-body when sitting and/or standing.
Clothing that covers their undergarments
Clothing that is free of printed materials that make reference to tobacco, alcohol, drugs, suggestive messages, etc.
Hats before entering the building in the morning, and after 3:15 in the afternoon
Clothing that are of an appropriate length when sitting and/or standing

*for a more detailed description of the dress code policy, see appendix A

Physical Education/Recess:

It is recommended that students have an extra pair of non-black soled tennis shoes for all gym related activities. These shoes can be stored in the regular elementary classroom or an assigned P.E. locker. Tennis shoes worn outside or for daily wear are not acceptable for gym classes. Metal cleats are not allowed for P.E.

Winterizing your Child:

Children are allowed to play outside in all weather conditions except rain and extreme cold. We recommend that you provide your children with the following clothing: warm coats, knit hats, gloves or mittens and waterproof boots. Please help to dress your child to fit weather conditions.

Lost and Found:

Lost items are kept in the office for a reasonable length of time before being donated to charity. Students and parents are encouraged to come in and look through the lost and found box periodically.

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

The basis of a rewarding experience in school or elsewhere involves a positive attitude, being attendant, and striving to achieve. The following expectations are offered to guide you in establishing a framework for good decision-making and success.

A. Attitude. Treat others kindly. Realize that, like you, every individual has dignity and worth and possesses unique talents and skills. As members of the same school family, work to support each other when help is needed and to applaud each other's successes. Work to build on the Endicott-St. John tradition of positive attitude.

B. Attendance. To do your best in school it is necessary to have regular attendance. There are few better measures of success in school or employment than reliable attendance. You must bring a note to the school secretary with parent signature and absence dates after any illness, and pre-arranged absences must also be made through the office. Being attendant also means listening and following directions in class and arriving with needed materials ready to begin. Work to build on the Endicott-St. John tradition of being attendant.

C. Achievement. Academic and athletic excellence has been defined as an unyielding determination to improve, and improvement demands study and practice. Your parents and teachers have dedicated themselves to your education wellbeing and we expect you to respond to this challenge by striving to maintain high standards whether in daily coursework or extracurricular activities. The Honor Roll and Corps of Discovery Programs are designed to encourage and reward academic excellence, while a number of sports and other activities provide opportunities for interscholastic competition. Work to build on the Endicott-St. John tradition of personal achievement.

CLASSROOM. The classroom is a place for learning. Certain kinds of behavior based on the guidelines listed above will help to make sure that learning takes place. You will find that by being responsible and cooperative, you will also have a good experience. Your teachers will share with you their specific requirements for coursework. Letter grades are assigned by teachers to evaluate student achievement.

BUILDING/HALLWAYS:

As in the classroom, the building must have rules also. Running is something for outdoors and is not allowed in the building. Please help keep our building clean by not littering or eating in the hallways. When passing in the hallways remain in line and walk quietly. Gum chewing and open container beverages are not allowed in the carpeted areas of the building.

RECESS AND PLAYGROUND:

As inside the building, please keep our grounds clean by not eating or littering on the playground. Recess and playground rules will be shared with you and your parents in more detail. Please remember a few basic things: keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself, treat others kindly, playing too rough often leads to problems. You can prevent most problems by following the directions of the teachers and playground supervisor. On rainy days recess will be in the gym.

LUNCHROOM:

When entering the lunchroom be mindful of respecting your neighbors’ personal space. Keep all your personal belongings with you at all times. Take the next available seat with your class/group. Remember to converse quietly while in the lunchroom and use good table manners. It is important to stay seated until the supervisor dismisses your class/group.

PLAYGROUND RULES

Playground Rules

BE SAFE!!!!!! BE COURTEOUS

COURTESY MEANS.......................SMILING at each other.................

TRYING to make recess pleasant......Being CONSIDERATE....................

COMPLIMENTING each other on accomplishments.......

Trying to work things out in a FRIENDLY manner.................

HELPING each other learn games and skills..........................

RETURNING balls, games, toys, etc. to owners...........................

Not running through others' games or activities.........................

RECESS WILL BE OUTSIDE UNLESS IT IS PRECIPITATING OR EXTREMELY COLD.

Outside Rules

1. Rocks, sticks and branches stay on the ground.

2. Snow, when we have it, can be jumped upon, run across, or built with, but not thrown in snowballs!

3. Warball, tackle football, and wrestling are not allowed. Touch football can be played on the football field.

4. Jump ropes are for jumping only.

5. Students are asked to please keep hands to yourself at all times and not to carry one another piggy back style or otherwise.

6. No physical contact (i.e., wrestling, tackling).

7. Be aware! Think safety - unsafe activities will be stopped immediately WITHOUT QUESTION.

Inside Rules

1. You may sit on the bottom two rows of the bleachers - no higher please. NOT under them.

2. Some tumbling mats may be used. Keep them flat on the floor in a safe area. Line up, take turns - one way traffic! NO SHOES!

3. It is not safe to kick balls in the gym.

4. Warball, tackle football and wrestling are not allowed.

5. Quiet games (Uno, etc.) are allowed in the designated area of the gyms.

6. Jump ropes are for jumping only.

7. No hard soled shoes allowed in gym.

8. Be aware! Think safety - unsafe activities will be stopped immediately WITHOUT QUESTION.

Consequences for unacceptable recess behavior:

1. Verbal warning

2. Time-out

3. Isolation (within the building)

4. Office referral

The above consequences will be determined on a weekly basis.

Duty Assignments

8:15-8:30 A.M. 10:00 A.M. Grades 1-5

M Mrs. Gonzalez Mrs. Johnson (Daily)

T Mrs. Simon

W Mrs. Bailey

Th Mrs. M. Schmick

F Ms. Doering

11:25 A.M.-12:00 P.M. 1:30-1:45 P.M. Tire Swing

Mrs. Strader M Mrs. Repp M P

T Mrs. Bailey T K/1

W Ms. Doering W 2

Th Mrs. Gonzalez Th 3/4

F Mrs. Simon F 5 (8:15 AM/10:00 AM)

ELEMENTARY

ACADEMIC POLICY

A. Specific grading and scoring information will be communicated to the parents by the classroom teacher.

B. Students in grades 3-5 will be subject to study table guidelines as outlined below.

C. Study Table Guidelines

Study table hours are on Monday-Friday from 7:30-8:15 a.m. and 3:15-4:00 p.m. Families may choose the most convenient time. Parents are asked to drop off students at 7:30 a.m. for the morning study table and to pick up children at 4:00 p.m. from the afternoon study table.

For students receiving unsatisfactory ("U") grade markings:

Step 1: (Week 1 Unsatisfactory Grades)

· Communication with parent/teacher

· Planning for academic improvement

· Given one week to improve unsatisfactory grades

Step 2: (Week 2 Unsatisfactory Grades)

· Study table recommended until grades are satisfactory

· Conference with parent/teacher

· Academic contracting

**Continued academic concerns beyond two weeks will need to be resolved between classroom teacher and parents to create an academic success plan.

Step 3: (Week 3 Unsatisfactory Grades)

· Continued recommended study table until grades are satisfactory.

· Parent, teacher, school counselor conference further planning for academic improvement.

· Extra curricular activity restrictions.

· Summer school recommended.

D. Promotion/Retention

Students receiving failing scores will be subject to the district promotion/retention policy and procedure (Board Policy 2421). Parents desiring copy of said policy/procedure should contact the Principal's Office.

E. Elementary Grading Scales (Gr. 4-5)

97-100% = A+ 80-82% = B-

93-96% = A 77-79% = C+

90-92% = A- 73-76% = C

87-89% = B+ 70-72% = C-

83-86% = B 69 and below = U

Primary Grading (K-3)

Continuum Code:

1 = Working solidly at this level, anticipating a move to the next level.

2 = Meeting most expectations at this level.

3 = Beginning to meet expectations at this level.

Academic Code:

E = Exceeds Standards C = With Guidance

M = Meets Standards AC = Area of Concern

MIDDLE SCHOOL

ACADEMIC POLICY (GRADES 6-8)

Extra curricular and athletic activities are an important part of a happy, healthy schooling experience. Participation in these activities will be dependent upon a student's successful academic progress.

A. Middle School Credit System (Grades 6, 7, 8 Only)

Middle school students are accountable for their academic progress. During a two-year middle school career, a student will have the opportunity to earn 28 possible quarter credits per year. In order to be promoted to the next grade level, students must be passing 23 quarter credits per year. These credits will come from the following offerings:

1. Science

2. Math

3. Social Studies

4. Language Arts

5. Physical Education

6. Elective Classes

7. Exploratory Classes

Should a student fail more than one quarter credit in any of the above offerings during one academic year, he/she will be subject to the following:

1. Satisfactorily complete an accredited summer school program in the deficient academic area(s) or through another pre-approved program.

2. Repeat specific unsatisfactory coursework during the following school year in lieu of an elective class if scheduling allows.

3. An adjusted high school program to receive his/her high school diploma. For example, retake core junior high classes that were previously failed before taking high school classes in that subject

4. Promotion/Retention

Grading Scales

B. Middle School (Gr. 6-8)

99-100% = A+ 83-84% = B-

95-98% = A 80-82% = C+

92-94% = A- 78-79% = C

89-91% = B+ 75-77% = C-

85-88% = B 74 and below = U

C. Homework Guidelines

1. Assignments are due on a daily basis at the beginning of each class period. Assignment must be complete at time of turn in. Long term assignments will have due dates posted in advance.

2. Assignments received later on same day or one day late or after study table will be worth 50% credit. Assignments two days late or incomplete will be worth 0%.

3. Students absent for illness or appointments will have one day for every day missed to make up assignment work. This guideline does not apply to long term assignments which have clearly established due dates.

4. Students receiving unsatisfactory grades beyond a week's time, will be encouraged to attend the before or after school study table program.

5. Students are encouraged to work with their assigned study buddies regarding assignments.

D. Study Table Program

1. The study table program goals are to help students keep current with their assignments and avoid failing assignments. The study table times of 7:30 A.M. and 3:15 P.M. are offered to all students on a voluntary basis. Students are encouraged to participate in this study opportunity.

2. Students receiving "U" grade markings beyond a week's time, will be encouraged to attend study table from 3:15-4:00 P.M. or from 7:30-8:15 A.M. School staff will contact parents by phone or e-mail. Continued unsatisfactory scoring on weekly grade checks will result in parent conferencing and the development of a student academic action plan. Student athletes can return to practice following study table. Students not participating in athletics are to be picked up by parents at 4:00 P.M.

E. Promotion/Retention

Students receiving ongoing failing scores will be subject to the district promotion/retention policy and procedure (Board Policy 2421). Note listing below for further details regarding the promotion program and related activities. Parents desiring copy of said policy/procedure should contact the Principal's Office.

Credit/Behavior Eligibility and Eighth Grade Promotion Program

1. Grade eight students must have earned a minimum total of 46 credits during their seventh and eighth grade years in order to participate in the eighth grade promotion program and be promoted to the high school. Students on an IEP must meet the conditions of the IEP in order to be promoted.

2. Students detained for school-related and disciplinary action will not be eligible to participate in the eighth grade promotion program.

3. Students not promoted will not participate in any promotion related activities.

F. Directed Study

1. Academic remediation assistance will be provided in the form of the Directed Study Program. Participation in the Directed Study Program will be made on a teacher referral basis only. The Directed Study Program serves students with reading and math deficiencies. Directed Study is not a study hall or homework class.

G. Grade/Eligibility Checks

1. See page 15 for details regarding this practice.

2. Weekly grade checks will consist of scores from both A.M. and P.M. classes.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITY POLICY

Extra curricular activities are an important part of the school program. The development of physical, mental, and teamwork skills are vital for healthy personal growth and development. Participation in extra curricular activities like clubs, field trips, band and chorus/drama programs is an earned opportunity. High expectations for behavior and academic standing will be an important part of extra curricular eligibility.

Student grade checks for grades 3-8 will be done every Friday morning and posted on the school website by noon. Students receiving unsatisfactory scores will be ineligible for extra curricular activities (i.e. field trips and all after school activities). Classroom teachers are responsible for notifying parents and students.

You are challenged to meet these expectations and participate directed by the following provisions.

A. Requirements for participation

1. Student participants must abide by all Academic Policy guidelines.

2. Students must be passing in all subjects and maintain at least a "C" cumulative grade average on the weekly unit grade checks of all subjects. This means a student receiving an "U" marking would become ineligible to participate.

3. Student participants who are detained after school to complete class-work (due to an unsatisfactory ("U") score or for school-related disciplinary action will not be eligible to compete in the next scheduled extra-curricular activity/trip. Students attending study table, may return to extra-curricular practice following study table.

4. The first time a student is declared ineligible he/she will be placed on probation and attend study table, until the scores improve. The second time a student is declared ineligible he/she will continue with study table and will not be allowed to participate in or accompany a club/group to any activity/contest. The third time a student is ineligible on weekly grade checks or otherwise, he/she will be removed from the activity/club.

STUDENT ATHLETIC POLICY

Extracurricular athletics are an important part of the school program. The development of physical and mental skills, sportsmanship and teamwork combine to create rewarding experiences throughout the year and our schools have a tradition of outstanding performance and participation. You are challenged to continue this tradition with your involvement directed by the following provisions.

A. Requirements for Participation

1. Prior to a student athlete participating on any team or being issued any equipment, he/she is responsible for having on file with the coach the following five forms: Current Physical Examination, School Insurance or Waiver of School Accident Plan, Athletic Travel Permission, Warning and Assumption of Risks, Emergency Treatment Release. All necessary forms are mailed to students prior to school's opening and are also available in the secretary's office. They must be completed and returned to the coach prior to the beginning of practice.

2. Each student athlete shall be in attendance in school for the entire school day to be eligible for athletic contests or practices of that day. The only exception to this regulation is a signed excuse, from the Principal or the Athletic Director, which is to be presented to the coach by the athlete. The Athletic Director should be contacted prior to the absence to determine eligibility.

B. Equipment Responsibilities

1. School equipment checked out by the student athlete is his/her responsibility and is to be kept clean and in good condition.

2. Loss of issued equipment or damage to issued equipment will be the student's financial obligation.

3. Issued equipment is to be worn only while participating with the team in practice or during a scheduled contest.

4. The W.I.A.A. prohibits the use of school issued equipment while participating in any event outside the W.I.A.A. sports season or activities not sponsored by the W.I.A.A.

C. Travel Guidelines

1. All students participating in any school-sponsored activity shall ride as a group/team to and from that activity on transportation provided by the Endicott or St. John School Districts. In order for a student to be excused from district sponsored transportation must be provided the coach or advisor with a signed note from parent/guardian prior to departure, stating to whom they will be released. In all cases the student must be released to another adult. In order to promote the team concept riding to and from activities as a group is the preferred manner.

2. Each team member will remain with the team and under the supervision of the coaching staff when attending away games.

3. Each team member, while traveling to and from athletic contests, will obey all school bus regulations.

4. It is required that student athletes dress appropriately for home and away contests and their respective assemblies. For boys this shall consist of a collared shirt and one's best slacks; dresses or dress pants are to be worn by girls.

D. Code of Conduct

1. Each student athlete shall totally abstain from the use of controlled substances (drugs and alcohol) or tobacco related products. The possession or use of tobacco, alcohol or controlled substances in any form by students on school property is strictly prohibited. This means during school days and also at all school sponsored activities. This shall be interpreted to include the carrying of such on your person or keeping such within the building. (Text referring to the specific parameters of the rights and responsibilities are addressed in Board Policy 3200-3323 including discipline, corrective actions and appeals. Any student or parent desirous of a copy of these materials should contact the building principal.)

2. Attention to an appropriate diet is expected from each student athlete.

3. Each respective coach shall establish his/her own curfew hours which student athletes are expected to adhere to during the sports season.

4. Each student athlete's behavior in school and at games should honor the individual, team, and communities.

5. Each student athlete shall be in attendance in school for the entire school day to be eligible for athletic contests or practices of that day. The only exception to this regulation is a signed excuse from the Principal or the Athletic Director, which is to be presented to the coach by the athlete. The Athletic Director should be contacted prior to the absence to determine eligibility.

6. The use of profane or abusive language or obscene gestures will not be tolerated.

7. Attendance at practice is mandatory. Excused absences are to be cleared through the coach.

8. Additional rules and regulations may be established by individual coaches following administrative approval.

A student athlete who does not abide by the above rules and regulations shall be subject to disciplinary sanctions. Disciplinary decisions resulting from any violation shall be subject to the following procedures: First Violation - The student athlete will be suspended from participation for a period equaling one tenth of the competitive season but must continue to turn out and practice with the team in a regular manner. Students serving detention or suspension time will not be eligible for practice until the completion of the disciplinary action. No special awards may be received. Second Violation - While a student of Endicott-St. John Middle School, the student athlete will be dropped from the team for the remainder of the sport season.

E. Scholastic Eligibility

1. Student participants must abide by all Academic Policy guidelines.

2. Students participating in any extra curricular activities are expected to maintain passing grades all year long (not just during sporting/activity seasons).

3. Student athletes must be passing in all subjects and maintain at least a "C" cumulative grade average on the grade checks of all subjects. This means a student receiving an "U" marking would become ineligible to participate in game situations (see guidelines 3 and 4 for further clarification/action). The athletic director will be responsible for notifying parents and students.

4. Student participants who are detained after school to complete classwork (due to a unsatisfactory ("U") or for school-related disciplinary action will not be eligible to compete in the next games. Students attending study table may return to extra-curricular practice following study table.

5. The first time a student is declared ineligible, in any class or classes at the scheduled grade check dates, will remain ineligible until they raise their grade(s) to passing. Study Table will be optional. The student will continue to attend practice. The second time a student is declared ineligible in any class or classes at the scheduled grade check dates will be ineligible for one-week minimum. Study Table is mandatory during this one-week period. After that time, a student-athlete may regain eligibility by earning a passing grade(s) at any point during the remaining time period until the next scheduled grade check. The student will continue to attend practice but will not be allowed to participate in or accompany the team to any contests. The third time a student is declared ineligible, in any class or classes at the scheduled grade check dates, will remain ineligible until the next scheduled grade check. Study Table is mandatory during all of this time. The student will continue to attend practice but not be allowed to participate in or accompany the team to any contests.

2009-2010 Grade Check Dates:

Sept. 18 Feb. 5

Oct. 2 Feb. 19

Oct. 16 March 12

Oct. 30 March 26

Nov. 20 April 22

Dec. 4 May 7

Dec. 18 May 21

Jan. 15 June 4

6. Students may request a due process hearing with the building principal. Due process allows the student and the principal to further evaluate his/her classroom participation and assignment completion based on his/her personal ability level. The due process also allows the student to seek extra help when deemed necessary.

F. Letter Award Requirements

1. All students who participate in an activity season in accordance with these provisions of the athletic code shall be presented a Letter Award for their achievements.

GENERAL INFORMATION

VALUABLES:

It is recommended that valuable items not be brought to school or be stored in the locker rooms. They could easily be lost during an active day or become a temptation for someone. The school will not be responsible for lost or stolen items if they are not locked up.

LIBRARY:

The library is maintained for you. Books may be checked out before and after school and during class visitation. During class time you must have a note from your teacher to enter the library. We hope you will use the library often.

ATTENDANCE:

The Cooperative Schools believes regular and punctual school attendance is essential for satisfactory school progress. The learning of group skills and responsibilities by participating in classroom activities is a vital part of the student's education. Satisfactory progress in a grade or class then must be measured in part by the student's attendance in school.

Students who have been absent from school or are tardy should bring a note from their parents explaining the absence. Students arriving after first period (9:25 a.m.) will be counted as half day absent. Students will not be allowed to participate in after school extracurricular activities if they have been home ill and are not able to return to school by 12:00 noon. The only exception will be documentation of a medical appointment. This assures better communication with the home and school. The following guidelines will be used in determining student attendance: 1) Students leaving school after 11:00 A.M. will be counted for a half day, 2) Students leaving school after 2:00 P.M. will be counted as attending a full day. A student will be counted absent when they are gone from school for other than school activities. Parents/students are encouraged to arrange pre-approved absences with the principal prior to a student's departure from school.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES/TRUANCY (BOARD POLICY 3122)

Unexcused absences do not allow a student to receive credit for assignments or activities missed and disciplinary action will/can result. The following are defined by this handbook and the law as unexcused absences:

1. Leaves school without signing out at the office or designating where he/she is going or signs out with permission.

2. Is absent from school without prior permission from a parent/guardian.

3. Leaves a class without the teacher's permission.

4. Obtains a pass to go to a designated place and does not report there.

5. Becomes ill and says he/she is going home, but stays in the restroom or other area instead of reporting to the office.

6. Leaves for lunch and does not return for next class(es) without school and/or parent consent.

7. Is on school grounds, but does not attend class.

8. Fails to attend scheduled assembly.

9. Falsifies a parent's or school official's attendance verification.

10. Is in hallways during class without permission.

11. Fails to verify absence within 3 days of absence.

PRE-ARRANGED ABSENCE DEFINED AS UNEXCUSED (IF NOT NOTIFIED)

Family vacation/trip - needs parent note. Though unexcused absences typically receive no credit for work administered, we recognize that there are times families take trips. The work can be made up if the student gives the teacher the same number of days of notice that they are going to be gone. (e.g. if going to be gone 5 days, student must request work 5 days in advance in order to receive credit.)

TRUANCY DISCIPLINE PROCESS

All steps include "no credit for class work on days of truancy (per semester.)"

Level 1: Notification of parent/guardian and 60 minutes middle school students, 30 minutes elementary students

After School Detention

Level 2: Parent/guardian conference with principal

Level 3: Two consecutive days of 60 minutes middle school students, 30 minutes elementary students, After School

Detention

Level 4: Short-term suspension; parent/guardian conference required for readmission, grade evaluation completed

Level 5: Long-term suspension up to 18 weeks; parent/guardian notification

CLOSED CAMPUS (BOARD POLICY 3242)

For your safety, we have a closed campus. This means that you may not leave the school grounds without permission (from the office/Principal) from the time you arrive in the morning until school is dismissed at the end of the day (Board Policy 3242).

Students are expected to remain on school grounds from time of arrival until the close of school unless officially excused.

Officially Excused

The following are valid reasons to be excused from school during the school day.

A. Participation in a School Approved Activity. Students may be excused to leave the school grounds for a school sponsored activity. To do this, a student must have written permission from the staff member responsible for the activity and each student must sign out at the office before they leave and sign back into school at the office when they return. Group departures such as athletic teams or other student groups that have direct staff supervision do not require a student to sign out at the office. Office notification when a staff supervised group leaves the school grounds is expected.

B. Parent Request. A student may be released from school for a medical or dental appointment, family emergencies, religious activities, or for other reasonable requests by a student's parent. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, the parent is expected to come to school and sign out their student or provide the school office a signed written note no later than the morning of the absence explaining why their student is to be released from school. Those students who do not have parental oversight (older than eighteen, homeless, emancipated, etc.) may be released from school with the approval of the principal or his/her designee. When, in the professional judgment of the principal, it is determined that the parental request is not supportive of their student's academic responsibilities the absence will be recorded as unexcused.

C. Principal Approved. The principal or his/her designee may release a student during the school day for reasons deemed to be appropriate and/or in the best interest of the student(s) and the fulfillment of their educational responsibilities.

It is the intent of this policy that students should eat lunch at school either by bringing a lunch from home or by purchasing a school provided lunch. In most cases, the purchasing of lunches from outside sources for delivery during the lunch period will be considered disruptive and is not allowed.

CHECK IN/OUT PROGRAM:

In order to more effectively determine student attendance records, parents or students in grades P-8 will be required to sign out when leaving, and sign in upon return to the school. The check in/out clipboard will be located in Julie's office near the front door.

ACTIVITIES:

At the Cooperative Schools there are a number of sports and other activities in which you can participate. In sports it is a must that you be cleared by the office before turning out on the field. You will need to have a physical, insurance forms, parent permission, and office clearance. We think that everyone who wants to be involved at school should be. If you prefer not to actively participate, then come out and cheer your friends on during games.

The Corps of Discovery is an academic enrichment program that allows students to study in-depth subjects of their special interest ranging from music and archeology to computer science and art. Participation involves the completion of a Corps project and opportunities to work with professionals in the field, a travel seminar, and award competition. Information about the Corps of Discovery will be shared during the first month of school.

SCHOOLWIDE DISCIPLINE POLICY

Philosophy

Our goal at Endicott is to provide a school environment for all children which is conducive to instruction, learning, and growth. Students will be held accountable for their actions. The discipline process shall be seen as a cooperative effort between home and school and shall:

- teach children appropriate behavior,

- help children develop self discipline and self reliance,

- assist children in acquiring positive and responsible attitudes toward self and others,

- encourage children to cooperate with requirements by helping children understand the rationale behind rules, policies and procedures.

- provide consequences which are firm, fair, logical and consistently applied,

- avoid consequences for misbehavior that are demeaning,

- provide children with examples of positive ways to resolve conflict.

Process

Discipline Guidelines

Consistent with the above statement, it is our wish to provide discipline that is:

· timely

· provides consequences that are immediate

· that builds positive relationships between parents, students and school (i.e. team approach to chronic misbehavior)

· and finally, provides consequences that are developmentally appropriate.

P-3 Discipline:

Consistent with the above guidelines in mind, the following progressive discipline model applies:

Level I Behaviors Consequences

Spitting 1st Offense - Teacher/

Pushing in Line Principal Conference

Inappropriate use of Equipment 2nd Offense - Recess

Uncooperative Detention

Failure to follow rules 3rd Offense - All Day Recess

Disruptive behavior Detention/

Out of designated area Lunch Detention or After School

Other Work Detail (30 min.)

4th Offense - In-School Suspension/

Out-of-School Suspension

The following behaviors will require upper level discipline:

Level II Behaviors Consequences

Fighting/Kicking 1st Offense - All Day Recess

Profanity/Gesture Detention/After School

Bullying Work Detail (30 min.)

Destruction of Property 2nd Offense - In-School/Out-

Threats of-School Suspension

Theft 3^rd Offense – Team Plans/

Defiance Conference Behavior

Aggression Plan/and/or Continued

Other Suspension

4-5 Discipline:

Consistent with the above guidelines in mind, the following progressive discipline model applies:

Level I Behaviors Consequences

Adherence to District Rules 1st Offense - Recess

Cheating/Copy Disclosing Test Detention

Closed Campus/Restricted Area 2nd Offense - All Day Recess

Disruptive Conduct Detention/After School

Dress Code Violation Work Detail (60 min.)

Failure to attend Teacher Detention 3rd Offense - In-School/Out-

Inappropriate Display of Affection of-School Suspension

Tardiness (1-2 days)

Truancy/Attendance 4th Offense - Out-of-School

Failure to adhere to classroom expectations Suspension (3-10 days)/

Profanity Team Conference/

Other Behavior Plan

The following behaviors will require upper level discipline:

Level II Behaviors Consequences

Assault 1st Offense - In-School

Bullying/Intimidation Suspension/Grievous

Bus Conduct Out-of-School Suspension

Drugs/Illegal Substance/ (1-3 days)

Paraphernalia 2nd Offense - Out-of-School

Inappropriate Behavior/Sexual Suspension (3-10 days)

Misconduct 3rd Offense - Team Meeting

Misrepresentation/Forgery Behavior Plan and/or

Physical Aggression/Fighting 5-10 days Short/Long-

Technology Misuse Term Suspension

Theft and/or Property Damage 4th Offense - Follow

Tobacco/Controlled Substance Consequences Outlined

Threats/Extortion/Coercion in Student Behavior Plan

Vandalism/Willful Misuse of

School Property

Weapons/Guns/Dangerous Items

Willful Disobedience/Defiance

of Authority

*For a detailed description of discipline, suspension, expulsion and grievance process, see Appendix B.

6-8 Discipline:

Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students are subject to a progressive discipline model. This system is designed to emphasize personal responsibilities of the student to be on time, be prepared, and be respectful to themselves, staff, other students and community. The following progressive model applies.

Upon referral to the office, the process is as follows:

Conference/Parent Contact

Eagle/Wildcat Reminder (60 min.) After School Work Detail

In-School/Out-of-School Suspension (1-3 days)

Out-of-School Suspension (3-10 days)

Long-Term Suspension up to 8 weeks

Expulsion/Emergency Suspension

Positive Discipline Incentives:

At Endicott our staff will endeavor to focus upon the positive rather than negative when assessing student behavior. In the classroom, good behavior is recognized in a series of ways including stars, stickers, praise and special classroom activities and student award assemblies.

STUDENT COUNCIL:

The Student Council will consist of student body officers and representatives. Elections are held annually. The Council is responsible for promotion of school activities, helping with orientation of new students, and serving as leaders within classes.

ANNUAL NOTICE:

As per state requirement, it is the district's responsibility to give annual notice to students and parents that copies of student policy and procedure outlining student rights and responsibilities are on file for review in the school office. Requests by parents or eligible students for complete copies of policy shall be made to any school administrator.

REGISTRATION:

Registration - Students who are five years old on or before August 31 are eligible for kindergarten. If a child is enrolling in first grade, he or she must be six years of age on or before August 31. A birth certificate must be presented upon enrollment of all kindergarten and first grade students enrolling for the first time.

Immunization - Washington Law requires that every student's immunization status be reported to the school. Reporting forms are available from the school secretary (see health policies).

Emergency Treatment Release Form - Parents need to complete each fall for their child which relates current information. Please include phone numbers to call in case of an emergency.

Legal Guardian - Students residing with non parents must have on file at the school a legal document regarding guardianship provisions. Contact the school office for more details regarding this.

REPORTS OF STUDENT PROGRESS:

Pupil Progress Reports - Written report cards regarding student progress are issued periodically during the school year. Students are evaluated in relation to their own work and progress as well as in comparison with grade level expectations. The report card is seen as only one way to communicate with parents about their children's progress. Personal conferences, phone calls, and notes between teacher and parent are felt to be important additional ways to exchange information.

Parent-Teacher Conferences - Conferences are scheduled between parents and teachers. Your child's teacher looks forward to discussing your youngster's progress with you and to responding to your questions or concerns. Your teacher is also interested in meeting with you at times other than the regularly scheduled conference times.

Visitations - Sometimes a visit to your child's classroom is a good way to learn first hand about your youngster's educational program and his or her adjustment to the school setting. Contact your child's teacher about arranging for a visit. Remember to sign in at the office when you visit.

Did You Know - We welcome all opportunities to communicate with you about your child. Phone calls, notes from home, and conferences after school are welcome.

HARASSMENT POLICY

This district is committed to a positive and productive education and working environment free from discrimination, including all types of harassment. The district prohibits harassment of students, employees and others involved in school district activities.

A fixed component of all district orientation sessions for staff, students and regular volunteers shall introduce the elements of this policy. Staff will be provided information on recognizing and preventing harassment. Staff shall be fully informed of the formal and informal complaint processes and their roles and responsibilities under the policy and procedure. Regular volunteers shall get the portions of this component of orientation relevant to their rights and responsibilities.

Students will be provided with age-appropriate information on harassment. Parents shall be informed about this district policy and procedure.

As part of the information on the recognition and prevention of harassment staff, volunteers, students and parents will be informed that harassment may include, but is not limited to:

1. Demands for sexual favors in exchange for preferential treatment or something of value;

2. Stating or implying that a person will lose something if he or she does not submit to a sexual request;

3. Penalizing a person for refusing to submit to a sexual advance, or providing a benefit to someone who does;

4. Making unwelcome, offensive or inappropriate suggestive remarks comments, gestures, or jokes; or remarks of a sexual nature about a person's appearance, gender or conduct;

5. Using derogatory sexual terms for a person;

6. Standing too close, inappropriately touching, cornering or stalking a person; or

7. Displaying offensive or inappropriate illustrations on school property.

These offenses may be handled through education or other forms of corrective action such as discipline. The circumstances and history associated with violations shall be considered in determining the course of action to be taken.

Text referring to the specific parameters of this policy are addressed in Board Policy 8700-8700P. Any student or parent desirous of a copy of these materials should contact the building principal.

TOBACCO, ALCOHOL AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

Each student shall totally abstain from the use of controlled substances (drugs and alcohol) or tobacco related products. The possession or use of tobacco, alcohol or controlled substances in any form by students on school property is strictly prohibited. This means during school days and also at all school sponsored activities. This shall be interpreted to include the carrying of such on your person or keeping such within the building. (Text referring to the specific parameters of the rights and responsibilities are addressed in Board Policy 3200-3323 including discipline, corrective actions and appeals. Any student or parent desirous of a copy of these materials should contact the building principal.)

GUN/WEAPON FREE ZONE POLICY

Possession of a dangerous weapon, such as firearm or knife, including those listed in RCW 9.41.250 and RCW 9.41.280, or any weapon apparently capable of producing bodily harm, in a manner, under circumstances, and at a time and place that either manifests an intent to intimidate another, or that warrants alarm for the safety of other persons, is not allowed. Pocket-knives or any other type of utility knifes are NOT to be carried onto the school grounds at any time. Students violating this guideline will be subject to discipline sanctions as outlined under the progressive discipline plan found in this handbook.

First offense: Immediate expulsion for remainder of school year and contacting parent/guardian and law enforcement. The expulsion is subject to appeal pending written notification to the Superintendent requesting a hearing within 10 school days of receipt of written notification of expulsion.

NOTIFICATION OF RIGHTS UNDER

THE FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)

for Elementary and Secondary Institutions

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age (eligible students) certain rights with respect to the student's education records. They are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the District receives a request for access.*

Parents or eligible students should submit to the school principal (or appropriate school official) a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading.

Parents or eligible students may ask the Endicott School District to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the school principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading.

If the District decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the District will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them to their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception, which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the District as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board; a person or company with whom the District has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate education interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

Upon request, the District discloses education records without consent to officials of another school district in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. (NOTE: FERPA requires a school district to make a reasonable attempt to notify the student of the records request unless it states in its annual notification that it intends to forward records on request.)

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA are:

Family Policy Compliance Office

U.S. Department of Education

600 Independence Avenue, SW

Washington, DC 20202-4605

*State Law Qualification: Although FERPA allows 45 days to honor a request, the state policy records law requires an appropriate response to a "public records" request within five business days. RCW 42.17.320.

NOTE: In addition, a school may want to include its directory information public notice, as required by 99.37 of the regulations, with its annual notification or rights under FERPA.

INSERVICE SCHEDULES

Three teacher inservice days are planned for the 2009-2010 school year. They are as follows:

October 9, 2009

November 2, 2009

March 8, 2010

On each of these inservice days, there will be no school.

SNOW CLOSURE INFORMATION:

Parents are reminded that as the weather turns snowy, Endicott School's winter weather hotline is (509) 657-3762. Gail Larson, Transportation Supervisor, will place school delay or closure information on the line by 5:45 a.m. Calling this number and listening to your local /regional radio stations will be the best way for you to keep current on the school schedule changes, should they become necessary.

Also, when school is delayed, kindergarten students will arrive on the delayed schedule and stay until 3:15 p.m. Bus students will be transported on regular after school buses. Students living in town may walk or have a parent pick them up.

When school is delayed two hours, students attending the morning study table program should plan to come in at 9:30 a.m.

WINTER OPEN GYM PROGRAM

Endicott School District operates a supervised open gym program during the months of December-March. The gym is open on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Children of lower elementary (grades P-3) should always be accompanied by a parent. More information about the open gym program will be available at the school office.

NONSCHOOL RELATED FUNDRAISING

Fundraisers that are not school related should only be done after school. Participating students should be accompanied by parents/advisors.

APPENDIX A

DRESS CODE POLICY

The St. John-Endicott Cooperative Schools strive to present an atmosphere where all students feel safe and show pride in themselves and others. Students are expected to dress appropriately at all school functions/activities. Any unusual dress or grooming that causes disruption of the school program, is unclean, presents a safety hazard and/or is indecent is considered unsuitable and will not be allowed. As a general guide, the following parameters are to be followed:

· Shirts/tops cover the tops of the shoulders (Four finger rule).

· Shirts/tops must be able to cover mid-body area throughout normal activities (Raised arm rule).

· Dresses/skirts/shorts must be appropriate length (Extended arm and fingers rule).

· No clothing should be tight or revealing.

· All undergarments must be covered at all times.

· Clothing must not have inappropriate language or messages printed on them (including tobacco, alcohol, drug and/or suggestive messages, etc.).

· Hats will NOT be worn by students of staff in the school building during the school day (8:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m.). Upon entering the building, all hats are to be removed and placed in a secure place. Hats may be confiscated if worn in the building.

· Hats are not to be worn during physical education classes at the elementary and middle school during the school day.

· Excessively baggy clothes, chains, trench coats, sunglasses, or other clothing or items deemed to be inappropriate by administration will NOT be allowed.

Students will be asked to change their clothing immediately if not within the above guidelines. Suspension may result if consistent violation of the above expectations occurs. Clothing for extracurricular activities may be deemed appropriate for that activity even though it does not meet the above standards (i.e. formal dance clothing, game uniforms, etc.).

First Offense: Warning, change clothes, put coat on, turn shirt inside out, take hat off, sent home

Second Offense: Parent contact and 1 hour detention after school

Third Offense: In-school suspension up to 2 days

Fourth Offense: Short-term suspension not to exceed 10 days

Fifth Offense: Non-compliance

APPENDIX B

DISCIPLINE POLICY GUIDELINES

General Conduct

All students of school age are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible manner at all times. Individual freedom must be compatible with equal rights of others. Each must consider the welfare of the group. Be especially careful of your choice of language.

Discipline, Suspension and Expulsion

As per the conditions outlined in Washington State Administrative Code 180-40:

1. A student may be removed immediately from a class or activity by a teacher or principal for endangering others or substantial disruption.

2. A short-term suspension, ranging from 1 to 10 days, may be imposed upon a student for violation of district policies, rules, denial of admission to or entry on any school district property and regulations.

3. A long-term suspension, ranging from 6 days to the remainder of the semester, may be imposed upon a student for violation of district policies.

4. A student may be expelled from a single class or from all classes for an indefinite period of time.

5. A student may be removed immediately from school under emergency circumstances.

NOTE: A student who is suspended may not take part in a school activity.

Limitations

1. No student shall be suspended or expelled until other means of corrective action have failed unless there is good reason to believe other means of corrective action would fail.

2. Parents or guardians will be notified in writing of suspensions.

3. Students have the opportunity to make up work missed while suspended.

Grievances/Hearings

Discipline or Short-Term Suspension:

1. Students, parents, or guardians have the right to have a conference with the building administrator to resolve the Grievance.

2. If the Grievance is not resolved, the student, parent, or guardian has the right, with two days prior notice, to present the Grievance to the superintendent or his/her designee.

3. If the Grievance is not resolved, the student, parent, or guardian has the right, with two days prior notice, to present the Grievance at the next regular board meeting.

4. The board shall notify the student, parent or guardian of the decision within 10 school business days after the date of the board meeting.

5. The short-term suspension shall continue not withstanding the implementation of the Grievance procedure.

Long-Term Suspension or Expulsion:

1. A written request for a hearing must be received by the superintendent, or by his or her office, on or before the expiration of the third school business day after the receipt of the notice of opportunity for a hearing.

2. The district will schedule a hearing within three school business days after the date upon which the request for a hearing was received.

3. A written decision shall be provided to the student’s legal counsel, parent or guardian.

4. An appeal of this decision shall be to the courts.

Emergency Expulsion:

1. A written request for a hearing must be received by the superintendent, or by his or her office on or before the expiration of the tenth school business day after the receipt of the notice of opportunity for a hearing.

2. The district will immediately schedule a hearing to commence as soon as reasonably possible and in no case later than the third school business day after receipt of the request for hearing.

3. Within one school business day after the date upon which the hearing concludes, a decision as to whether or not the expulsion shall be continued shall be rendered, and the student’s legal counsel, or the student, the parent, or guardian will be notified by certified letter.

4. An emergency expulsion may be continued following the hearing on the basis that the emergency situation continues.

Extremely Important Notice - Student Due Process Rights/Appeal

As per the conditions of WAC 180-40-215, students have the following rights established by law:

1. No student shall be denied an equal educational opportunity or be discriminated against because of national origin, race, religion, economic status, sex, pregnancy, marital status, previous arrest, previous incarceration, or physical, mental or sensory handicap.

2. All students possess the constitutional right to freedom of speech and press, the right to peaceably assemble and to petition, subject to reasonable limitations upon the time, place and manner of exercising such right.

3. All students possess the constitutional right to be secure in their person, peers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures.

4. All students shall have the right to be free of unlawful interference in their pursuit of an education.

5. All students have the right to due process of law.

Lockers

RCW.28A.600.220 School Locker Searches - No right or expectation of privacy exists for any student as to the use of any locker issued or assigned to a student by a school. The locker shall be subject to search for illegal drugs, weapons, and contraband as provided in RCW.28A.600.210 & 28A.600.240.

(Students will enter levels depending on severity of infraction).

Dangerous Weapons - including those listed in RCW 9.41.250 and RCW 9.41.280 or any weapon apparently capable of producing bodily harm, in a manner, under circumstances, and at a time and place that either manifests an intent to intimidate another or that warrants alarm for the safety of other persons.

First offense: Expulsion for remainder of school year and contacting parents/guardians and Sheriff contact.

Truancy Discipline process

All steps include “no credit for class work on days of truancy (per semester).”

Level 1: Notification of parent/guardian and 1 day in-school suspension

Level 2: 3 days in-school suspension and parent conference with principal

Level 3: Saturday school-as many days as were missed-minimum 1 day

Level 4: Short-term suspension; guardian conference required for readmission, grade evaluation completed

Level 5: Long-term suspension to 18 weeks; parent/guardian notification

APPENDIX C

BUS TRAVEL:

Some of the students who live in the Endicott-St. John Cooperative School attendance area are eligible to ride the bus to school. This is determined by the Director of Transportation and based on the distance the child lives from school. The transportation coordinator establishes time schedules.

All students are required to follow these bus rules:

1. Students shall obey the driver and any aide assigned to the bus by the district. The driver is in full charge of the bus and passengers and shall be obeyed. When transporting classes or team, the teacher or coach shall be primarily responsible for the behavior of the students. Students shall obey the driver and the teacher, coach, or other staff member.

2. Students shall ride only on their assigned bus unless written permission to do otherwise has been received by school officials.

3. Students shall not be permitted to leave the bus except at their regular stop unless written permission to do otherwise is received by school officials.

4. Students assigned seats shall use only that seat unless permission to change is authorized by the driver.

5. Students shall observe rules of classroom conduct while riding on buses. Noise shall be kept down to avoid distracting the driver. Students shall refrain from the use of obscene language or gestures.

6. Students shall not smoke or ignite lighters or matches on buses.

7. Students shall not eat on buses, except when specifically authorized and supervised by an accompanying teacher, coach, or other staff member. Buses shall be kept clean.

8. Students shall not open bus windows without the driver's permission.

9. Students shall not extend any part of their body out of bus windows at any time.

10. Students shall not carry or have in their possession items that can cause injury to passengers on the bus. Such items include, but are not limited to, pen light laser pointers, sticks, breakable containers, weapons or firearms, straps or pins protruding from clothing, large, bulky items which cannot be held or placed between legs, etc. Books and personal belongings shall be kept out of aisles.

11. Students shall not have animals on buses, except "seeing eye" dogs.

12. Students shall not sit in the driver's seat or to the immediate right or left of the driver.

13. Students shall refrain from talking to the driver unless necessary.

14. Students shall go directly to a seat once inside the bus and remain seated at all times unless the driver instructs otherwise.

15. Students shall get on/off the bus in an orderly manner and shall obey the instructions of the driver. There shall be no pushing and shoving when boarding or leaving the bus. Once off the bus, students shall adhere to rules for pedestrians.

16. Students shall never cross the roadway behind a bus unless they use pedestrian crosswalks or traffic lights.

17. Students shall stand away from the roadway curb when any bus is approaching or leaving a stop.

18. Students going to and from their bus stops where there are no sidewalks shall walk on the lefthand side of the roadway facing oncoming traffic. Students shall go directly to their home after leaving the bus.

19. Students shall use lap belts on buses when available.

20. Students shall follow emergency exit drill procedures as prescribed by the driver.

21. Students shall not tamper with emergency doors or equipment.

22. Parents of students identified as causing damage to buses shall be charged with the cost of the incurred damage. Students causing the damage may be suspended from transportation.

23. Student misconduct shall constitute sufficient reason for suspending transportation privileges.

24. Pupils must not stand or play in the roadway while waiting for the bus. Pupils should leave home early enough to arrive at the bus stop 5 minutes before the bus is due.

25. Pupils are not to run errands between the bus stop and their home.

26. Drinking on the bus will not be allowed only by special permission.

27. Buses will not wait longer than two minutes past their regular time at a bus stop for a child.

28. A bus will wait no longer than two minutes after its regularly scheduled time at a bus stop for a parent who is supposed to meet a disembarking student. After the two minutes, the driver shall return the child to the school and attempt to telephone a parent or guardian to come after the child.

29. No school vehicle will transport non-school riders excepting in cases of extreme emergency.

30. Home to school buses will not leave their regularly scheduled routes to pick up or take home a student without permission of the principal.

31. Students who will not be on the bus must call their bus driver by 6:30 a.m. of an a.m. route or the bus garage by 6:45 a.m.

32. Students who will not be on their p.m. route must have a note to their bus driver.

33. Students who normally do not ride a school bus must have a note from a parent to ride the bus.

34. Students who normally ride their own bus, and will not be on that bus, need a note to board another bus of the transportation department.

APPENDIX D

2009-2010

MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASS SCHEDULE

APPENDIX E

ENDICOTT-ST. JOHN COOPERATIVE SCHOOLS

FEE SCHEDULE

2009-2010

APPENDIX F

P-8 ENDICOTT

BUILDING MAP

APPENDIX G

ALL SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST

APPENDIX H

PRE-SCHOOL ALL YEAR SCHOOL CALENDAR

APPENDIX J

GRADES K-8 ALL YEAR SCHOOL CALENDAR

APPENDIX K

PROHIBITION OF HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION AND BULLYING

(Please see SJE Board Policy 3207 for a complete outline of the policy)

Informal Complaint Process: Anyone may use informal procedures to report and resolve complaints of harassment, intimidation or bullying. Informal reports may be made to any staff member, although staff shall always inform complainants of their right to, and the process for, filing a formal complaint. Staff shall also direct potential complainants to the Principal/Superintendent who can explain the informal and formal complaint processes. Staff shall also inform an appropriate supervisor or designated staff person when they receive complaints of harassment, intimidation, or bullying, especially when the complaint is beyond their training to resolve or alleges serious misconduct.

Informal remedies include an opportunity for the complainant to explain to the alleged perpetrator that the conduct is unwelcome, disruptive, or inappropriate, either in writing or face-to-face; a statement from a staff member to the alleged perpetrator that the alleged conduct is not appropriate and could lead to discipline if proven or repeated; or a general public statement from an administrator in the building reviewing the district harassment, intimidation and bullying policy without identifying the complainant. Informal complaints may become formal complaints at the request of the complainant, parent, guardian, or because the district believes the complaint needs to be more thoroughly investigated.

Formal Complaint Process: Anyone may initiate a formal complaint of harassment, intimidation or bullying, even if the informal complaint process is being utilized. All formal complaints shall be in writing and shall set forth the specific acts, conditions or circumstances alleged to have occurred that may constitute harassment, intimidation or bullying. Student complainants and witnesses may have a parent or trusted adult with them, if requested, during any district-initiated investigatory activities. (For a complete outline of the formal complaint process please see SJE Board Policy 3207)
APPENDIX L

CELL PHONE POLICY

Students may have cell phones at school. Cell phone usage is restricted to before and after school, and lunch. Any student using a cell phone during class shall fall subject to the following procedures:

Step 1: Phone taken by the classroom teacher and returned at the end of the school day.

Step 2: Phone taken by the classroom teacher and given to the principal. Parents will be notified.

Step 3: Phone taken and given to the principal. Parents will be notified and student cell phone privileges may be suspended.

APPENDIX M

STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK SIGN-OFF FORM

We understand this handbook is designed to help students in Endicott be successful when attending Endicott Elementary or Endicott-St. John Middle School. After reading the handbook, we (my parents or guardians and I) are to sign this page and return only this page to the School office. Please keep the rest of the handbook for future reference.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Endicott School Office at 657-3523.

I have read and understand the Endicott Elementary/Endicott-St. John Middle School Student Handbook.

My signature below does not necessarily mean that I agree with all policies, but I have reviewed and understand them.

Date

Student Signature Parent Signature

	1^st Offense	2^nd Offense	3^rd Offense	4^th Offense	5^th Offense
1- Adherence to District Rules	Administrative Conference	Detention	In-House/Out-of-School Suspension (1-3 days)	In-House/Out-of-School Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
2- Assault	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Suspension/Behavior Plan	Emergency Expulsion
3 - Assault/Grievous	Emergency Expulsion
4 - Bullying/Intimidation	Administrative Conference Detention	In-House/Out-of School Suspension (1-3 days)	In-House/Out-of-School Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
5 – Bus Conduct – In conjunction with Transportation Supervisor	Warning/Administrative Conference	Detention/Possible Loss of Bus Privileges	Behavior Plan/Team Meeting
6 - Cheating/Copy Disclosing Test	Detention	Short-Term Suspension (1-3 Days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 Days)	Long-Term Suspension/Behavior Plan
7 - Closed Campus/Restricted Area	Detention	Multiple Detentions or Short-Term Suspension	In-House Short-Term Suspension (3-10 Days)	Long-Term Suspension/Behavior Plan
8 - Disruptive Conduct	Detention	Multiple Detentions or Short-Term Susp.	In-House Short-Term Suspension (3-10 Days)	Long-Term Suspension Behavior Plan
9 - Dress Code Violation	Administrative Conference	Detention	Short-Term Suspension (1-3 days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
10 - Drugs/Illegal Substance/Paraphernalia	Short-Term Suspension/Police Notification (3-5 days)	Long-Term Suspension/Behavior Plan/Police Notification	Emergency Expulsion/ Police Notification
11 - Failure to Adhere to Classroom Expectations/Attend Teacher Detention	Detention	Multiple Detentions or Short-Term Susp. (1-3 Days)	Short-Term Suspension (1-10 days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
12 - Inappropriate Behavior/Sexual Misconduct	Administrative Conference	Detention	In-House/Out-of-School Suspension (1-3 days)	In-House/Out-of-School Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
13 - Inappropriate Display of Affection	Administrative Conference	Detention	In-House/Out-of-School Suspension (1-3 days)	In-House/Out-of-School Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
14 - Misrepresentation/Forgery	Detention and/or Loss-of- Credit	Short-Term Suspension (1-3 days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Suspension/Behavior Plan
15 - Physical Aggression/Fighting	Short-Term Suspension (1-10 days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Suspension/Behavior Plan	Emergency Expulsion
16 - Profanity	Detention	Multiple Detentions or Short-Term Suspension	Short-Term Suspension (1-3 days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
17 - Tardiness	Detention	Multiple Detentions or In-House Susp. (1-3 Days)	In-House Short-Term Suspension (3-5 Days)	In-House Short-Term Suspension (3-10 Days)	Long-Term Susp. Behavior Plan
18 - Technology Misuse	Detention	Short-Term Suspension (1-3 days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Suspension Behavior Plan
19 - Theft and/or Property Damage	Short-Term Suspension (1-10 days)	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days)	Long-Term Suspension/Behavior Plan	Emergency Expulsion
20 - Tobacco/Controlled Substance	Short-Term Suspension (1-10 days)/and/or Police Notification	Short-Term Suspension (3-10 days) and Police Notification	Long-Term Suspension Behavior Plan and Police Notification	Emergency Expulsion and Police Notification
21 - Truancy/Attendance/ Skipping Class	Detention	Multiple Detentions/ In-House Suspension (1-3 Days)	Referral to Court In- House Suspension (3-5 Days)	Loss of Credit
22 - Threats/Extortion Coercion	Emergency Expulsion