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2009-2010

Grades K-4

238 Cougar Drive

PO Box 260

Baker, WV 26801

Phone: (304) 897-5970

Fax: (304) 897-6653

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome-- Mission, Vision Statement, and Statement of Beliefs................................................ 3

Statement of Nondiscrimination........................................................................ ...................... 3

Attendance Definitions for Checking In and Checking Out............. ……………………………20

Attendance Policy........ …………………………………………………………………………10

Bell Schedule …………………………………………………………………….………………20

Board Policies…..……………..………………………………………………….………………12

Breakfast and Lunch Program……………………………………………………………………..6

Bus Transportation........... ……………………………………………………………………….5

Child Abuse and Neglect............. ………………………………………………………………12

Citizen’s Appeal............ ………………………………………………………………………..12

Child Nutrition Guidelines ………………………………………………………………………..6

Code of Conduct for West Virginia Students.............. ………………………………………….13

Collection, Maintenance, and Disclosure of Student Data……………….………………………12

Communicable Diseases........... ………………………………………………………………….7

Communication with Parents………………………………………………………………………8

Crisis Intervention Plan.......... ……………………………………………………………………8

Dismissal of Students............ ……………………………………………………………………5

Early Release Schedule........... …………………………………………………………………20

EHEMS School Rules........... …………………………………………………………………16

EHEMS School Staff............................................................................................................. 4

Emergency Procedures......... ……………………………………………………………………8

Emergency School Closings........... ………………………………………………………………8

Field Trips........ …………………………………………………………………………………11

Forms Requiring Parent Signatures………………………………………………………………..9

Highly Qualified Teachers ……………………………………………………………………….13

Holiday Parties........ ……………………………………………………………………………11

Homework Policy with Content Standards and Objectives ……………………………………...10

Items Brought From Home......... ……………………………………………………………….10

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

Medical Information............. …………………………………………………………………….6

Medical Notes......... ……………………………………………………………………………..7

Medication Procedures (Prescriptions, Non-Prescription Medicine, Asthma)………………….…7

Morning Arrival............ ………………………………………………………………………….5

Parent Concerns.......... …………………………………………………………………………..8

Parent Involvement/Volunteers...…………………………………………….…………..………10

Parent Liability............ …………………………………………………………………………12

Parent Notes......... ………………………………………………………………………………9

Phone Calls.......... ……………………………………………………………………………….9

Progress Reports …………………………………………………………………………………11

R.O.A.R.S. Expectations........... ……………………………………………………………….19

S.A.T. Referral.................................................... ………………………….…………………11

School-Based Clinic ……………………………………………………………………….………7

School Expectations for R.O.A.R.S. …….………………………………………………………18

School-Related Items............... ………………………………………………………………….9

Student Code of Conduct................ ……………………………………………………………14

Student Recognition Program………………………………………………….…………………13

Students Rights and Responsibilities Handbook.............. ……………………………………….12

Two-Hour Delay........... ………………………………………………………………………..20

Visiting the School.... ……………………………………………………………………….9

WELCOME TO EAST HARDY EARLY MIDDLE SCHOOL

East Hardy Early Middle School offers your child opportunities to succeed in academics, learn how to use a wide variety of technology, and participate in various extra-curricular activities. We wish your child a successful year in all the activities offered at East Hardy Early Middle School. Success can only be achieved by working as a team with you and your child. We want to encourage you to be a part of your child’s experience. We ask that you attend parent-teacher conferences, participate in P.T.O. activities, become involved in our parent volunteer program, and support the extra-curricular program.

MISSION STATEMENT

East Hardy Early Middle School will focus on the students’ present needs.

VISION STATEMENT

East Hardy Early Middle School students are prepared for their future.

STATEMENT OF BELIEFS

We believe:

1. In a positive learning environment
2. In exhibiting responsible behaviors
3. In a safe, positive learning environment
4. In collaborative parent and community partnerships.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

East Hardy Early Middle School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:

Rebecca Brill, Principal

East Hardy Early Middle School

238 Cougar Drive

P.O. Box 260

Baker, WV 26801

Phone: 304-897-5970

Fax: 304-897-6653

EAST HARDY EARLY MIDDLE SCHOOL STAFF

PRINCIPAL: Rebecca Brill

HEAD TEACHER: Jody Shewbridge

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR: Kerrijo Gladwell

SCHOOL NURSE: Judith Hedrick

SECRETARY: Patricia Keller

PRE-SCHOOL:

Joan Evans

KINDERGARTEN:

Kelly Biller, Nancy Knebel, Diana Lang

FIRST GRADE:

Michelle Holstein, Janae Shields, Rachel Whetzel

SECOND GRADE:

Tara Dearing, Juanita Hoover, Connie Wood

THIRD GRADE:

Debra Beck, Sara Orndorff, Deana Williams

FOURTH GRADE:

Milagro Reigel, Melissa Sine, ____________________

FIFTH GRADE:

Bridget Billmeyer, Michelle Pillar

SIXTH GRADE:

Debra Hubbard, Melody Leatherman, Nicole Watts

SEVENTH and EIGHTH GRADE TEAM:

Lisa Funkhouser, Mark Harclerode, Carol Miller, Allen Sine, Michelle Wolfe, ____________

COMPUTER LAB:

ENRICHMENT:

Art- JoeAnn Eye

Band- Robert Thompson

Vocational Agriculture-__________________

Family and Consumer Science-Nicole Snyder

Keyboarding-Krystal Roberson

Librarian-Gianna Miller

Music/Chorus- Ann Funkhouser

Physical Education- Dennis Brill, Chad Williams

Spanish-Cynthia Walters

SPECIAL EDUCATION:

Gifted- Heath Hershberger

Learning Disabilities/Behavior Disorders- Ann Hodges

MMI- Marjorie Sherman

Speech/Language- Karen Mathias

TITLE I READING/MATH: Faith Ginn

AIDES:

Kindergarten-Laurel Look, Carolyn Tusing, Patricia Simmons

Pre-School- Susan Evans

COOKS:

Sandra Kerr (Cafeteria Manager), Carol Crites, Patricia Dove, Ann Miller, Blanche Sager, Nancy Wilkins

CUSTODIANS:

Landis Dove, Kay Shook, ________________

BUS TRANSPORTATION

SAFETY is the first responsibility of the bus driver. Drivers are expected to provide rules and procedures and report any violations. The right of students to ride the bus is conditional on their behavior and observance of the rules. Refer to “Bus Transportation” pamphlet for more information.

MORNING ARRIVAL

· All students will report to their regular classroom teacher. After entering the classroom, they may pick up a cafeteria pass and report to breakfast. If they do not wish to eat breakfast, they are to remain in the classroom with teacher supervision.

· In order to avoid bus traffic, car riders will enter the building through the cafeteria and report to their homeroom before going to breakfast. Parents who enter the building at this time must have a visitor pass to go beyond the cafeteria.

· Walkers and car riders should arrive between 8:00 and 8:10 a.m.

· All students should be in attendance by 8:10 a.m. to avoid the delay of starting the school day. Students wishing to eat breakfast should be in attendance no later than 8:05 a.m.

· If a student arrives after 8:20, an adult must sign the student in at the office. Tardiness will be addressed according to Hardy County Policy JDJ. Students may have to make up time according to the number of minutes tardy.

DISMISSAL OF STUDENTS

· All EHEMS students will be dismissed by 3:35 p.m.

· Car riders will be signed out and dismissed from the cafeteria.

· For your child’s protection, if he/she must leave before the end of the instructional day, the adult picking up the child MUST report to the office and sign them out.

· If you need to pick up your child during the day, allow time for your child to pack up and come to the office. To maintain the integrity of instructional time, your child will not be dismissed from class until you have arrived.

· At dismissal, please be in the cafeteria by 3:15 to sign out your child. This allows time for announcements and prevents him/her from getting on the bus.

· We ask that you sign your child out between 2:30-3:30 only in the case of an emergency or for a doctor’s appointment. Lost instructional time due to the early departure in the afternoon may have to be made up according to the number of minutes missed as addressed in Hardy County Policy JDJ.

· Adults who have permission to pick up your child should be listed on the Emergency Medical Form. No one will be allowed to pick up your child who is not listed without a written note from you.

· If your child is going home with someone else or is not going home in the usual way, send a note to the teacher. IN ORDER TO ASSURE THE SAFETY OF OUR STUDENTS, TELEPHONE CALLS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR STUDENTS CHANGING PLANS DURING THE DAY. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU SEND A NOTE IF YOUR CHILD GOES HOME ANY WAY OTHER THAN THE REGULAR WAY. IF A WRITTEN NOTE HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED BY THE OFFICE, THE STUDENT WILL BE SENT HOME IN THE USUAL MANNER.

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAM

Breakfast and lunch are provided every day. Free meals are provided for those who qualify. Prices are: lunch- full price $1.25, reduced $.40

breakfast- full price $.75, reduced $.30

Applications for free and reduced meals are sent home at the beginning of the school year. These applications should be sent back to school even if you are not eligible for free or reduced lunch. If your financial situation changes at any time during the school year, notify the cafeteria manager as soon as possible.

Parents may choose to pack a well-balanced, nutritional lunch for their child. It will be important to your child’s success in afternoon classes and activities. The lunchroom has a water fountain available. Milk and bottled water are available for purchase during lunch. If you send sodas with your child to be consumed during lunch, tab cans are preferred for safety reasons. Beverages are not allowed in the hallway or in classrooms.

Lunch and breakfast bills are sent home at the end of the month. Please contact the Cafeteria Manager if you have a question concerning your bill.

USDA Non-Discrimination Statement for the Lunch Program

In accordance with Federal law and US Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this Institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability and retaliation. If you require information about this program, activity or facility in a language other than English, contact the USDA agency responsible for the program or activity, or any USDA office.

To file a complaint alleging discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC, 20250-9410, or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). TDD users can contact the USDA through local relay or the Federal Relay at (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642 (relay voice users). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

CHILD NUTRITION GUIDELINES

To encourage and enable schools to provide students with nutritious food and beverage choices that will enhance learning and promote healthy behaviors that can be maintained throughout life, nutrition standards for foods, sold, served and/or distributed to students during the school day have been established by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE). These standards are available in WVDE Policy 4321.1 on the website.

MEDICAL INFORMATION

Emergency Medical Forms have necessary information and numbers listed in case of an emergency. Complete the form accurately and return it. If changes occur during the year, contact the office. Students will not be allowed to attend field trips unless this form is on file in the office.

SCHOOL-BASED CLINIC

E.A. Hawse Health Center provides a school-based clinic. A consent form must be signed and returned to the Center before medical services can be given. You will be billed for this service.

MEDICAL NOTES

A health care provider’s statement is needed for the following:

· if your child is absent. Please see attendance policy for more information.

· if your child is to receive a special diet for breakfast, lunch, snacks, or parties.

· if your child is not to participate in a physical education class.

· if your child is to take prescription medication at school.

· if your child should not go outside for activities for an extended period of time.

MEDICATION PROCEDURES

ALL MEDICATION SHOULD BE BROUGHT TO THE SCHOOL NURSE. All medication will be kept in a secure, locked storage area, and administered according to state law and county policy. Non-prescription medication may NOT be kept by the child.

Prescription Medication

Complete the ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION AT SCHOOL form. A physician must sign this form. Bring medicine to school in the prescription container that has a clear, accurate label.

Non-prescription Medication or Over-the-Counter (OTC)

Complete the ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION AT SCHOOL form and include a written note from the parent. Bring the medication to school in the original manufacturer’s container with a clear, complete label. Our school nurse may administer this medication only if a physician has signed the form.

Asthma

The child may keep medication for asthma. Complete the SELF-ADMINISTRATION OF ASTHMA MEDICATION form. Return the form to the office.

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

Head lice, pink eye, and chicken pox are communicable diseases. Therefore, any child diagnosed with these or other communicable diseases is not allowed to attend school. For your protection, we have a nit-free policy concerning lice. Children are sent home when nits are found. After treating the child’s head, transport the child to school and remain with them. The child must be checked and cleared by school personnel BEFORE he/she is allowed to return to class or to ride the bus. If you have any questions, contact the office or the School Nurse, Judith Hedrick. E.A. Hawse personnel are also available, if necessary.

CRISIS INTERVENTION PLAN

County-wide and school crisis intervention plans have been developed. The plans generally cover crises that will necessitate evacuation of the building (i.e., fire or bomb threats), locking down the building, lost children, medical emergencies, or death of a student or staff member.

IN ORDER TO INSURE THAT EMERGENCY PERSONNEL CAN WORK EFFICIENTLY AND DECREASE THE CHANCES THAT OTHERS MAY BE ENDANGERED, PLEASE DO NOT TRY TO CALL THE SCHOOL OR COME TO THE BUILDING TO GET YOUR CHILD(REN). IF THE BUILDING HAS TO BE EVACUATED OR LOCKED DOWN, NO ONE WILL BE ADMITTED ONTO THE GROUNDS OR INTO THE BUILDING UNTIL THERE IS REASONABLE ASSURANCE THAT IT IS SAFE OR PRUDENT.

This will enable the Crisis Response Team to make the necessary calls and maintain vital communication with emergency personnel, needed agencies, and the board office. It will also decrease the level of risk to the students and staff in the building and others who may be entering a dangerous zone.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

In the event of an emergency, do not try to call the school or come to the school to pick up children until there has been an announcement that it is safe to do so. This request is necessary to reduce the level of confusion that occurs naturally during emergency situations and to increase the ability of the emergency personnel to perform their tasks. Most importantly, we want to reduce the risk to our students, staff, and other personnel who may be giving us assistance.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS AND DELAYS

Closings are announced on the radio, television, Internet, and School Messenger©. Media stations that carry this information will be listed in the school newsletter and the newspaper.

Please complete the form and return it to your child’s teacher with arrangements for his/her transportation for emergencies such as early school closings. This will decrease the level of confusion and errors. If a form is not completed, signed, and on record in the office, your child will go home in their normal manner.

PARENT CONCERNS

We want our students to be safe, comfortable, and successful. If you are concerned about any situation in school or on the bus, first contact the teacher involved or your child’s bus driver. If you are still concerned, contact the Head Teacher. If unresolved, then contact the Principal.

COMMUNICATION WITH PARENTS

EHEMS communicates with parents in a variety of ways. These include:

Weekly school/class newsletter Phone Calls

School Messenger© e-mail

Letters/notes home Sticker or Behavior charts

FORMS REQUIRING PARENT SIGNATURES

There are forms referred to in this handbook that we must have on file. Most of these forms are given to students the first day of school. It is imperative that these forms be completed accurately, signed, and returned to school:

• Basic Student Information
• Emergency Medical
• Opting out to Collection, Maintenance, and Disclosure of Student Data
• Emergency Early Dismissal Plan
• Student Agreement for Handbook
• Telecommunications Acceptable Use (for use of internet)
• The following forms are used in special circumstances for individual students:
• Hawse Health Center School-Based Wellness Center
• Hardy County Schools Self-Administration of Asthma Medication
• Notice of Individual Evaluation/Reevaluation Request
• Administration of Medication at School

PARENT NOTES

A signed note or a fax, which includes the child’s full name, is needed for the following:

· If your child has been absent from school. See attendance policy for more information.

· If your child’s normal bus plans change. For your child’s safety, bus changes will only be made with a signed parent note. No phone calls will be accepted.

· If your child should not go outside for recess.

· When your child is to be dismissed early.

· If someone other than the parent/guardian is picking the child up from school.

· If your child needs to take non-prescription/over–the-counter medication.

PHONE CALLS

Phone calls made by the student will be limited to emergency situations or other school-related reasons approved by a staff member. Use will be monitored and excessive use will be prohibited. Cell phones need to be left at home. When service becomes available, Hardy County Policy JDB-A will be followed.

VISITING THE SCHOOL

All volunteers and visitors must sign in at the office and get a “Visitor” pass to be worn while in the building. If you do not have a pass, staff members will be expected to request that you immediately report to the office to sign in and get a pass. A “Visitor” pass does not give you permission to interrupt instructional time in any classroom. If you need to speak with a teacher, call the school and schedule an appointment. Please respect our “No Gum” and “Clothing” rules while visiting.

SCHOOL-RELATED ITEMS

If it is necessary to drop off school-related items for your child, you must leave them in the office. The office staff will see that the items are delivered.

ITEMS BROUGHT FROM HOME

Your child is responsible for any item brought to school. It is advisable to use a permanent marker to write your child’s name especially on the inside of coats, lunch boxes, book bags and other personal items. Encourage your child to keep valuable and/or breakable items at home. Personal electronic devices are not allowed at school. Your child’s bus driver may allow students to have electronic devices on the bus. However, these items must be kept in the locker during the school day. The school will not be responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.

LOST AND FOUND ITEMS

Items that are left in the gym, cafeteria, or on the playground are housed in a box at the end of the hallway and in the middle vestibule. Students are able to check there to see if anything in the box belongs to them. At the end of every month, we will give items that students have not claimed to Goodwill.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT/VOLUNTEERS

Parents are encouraged to visit the school, attend P.T.O., and become a volunteer. All visitors/volunteers must stop at the office to get a pass to be worn while in the building. If you are interested in volunteering, please call the school at 304-897-5970.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Students succeed when they attend school regularly. Students must be present to do their work. Lost time cannot be made up, but missed work must be completed as outlined by the teacher. Please refer to the Hardy County Attendance Policy JDJ for more specific details or call the attendance director at East Hardy High School at

304-897-5948. Every student will be provided a copy of the county attendance policy.

HOMEWORK POLICY

It is the student’s responsibility to contact each teacher to arrange for makeup work when the student returns to school after an absence. The student will be allowed one day for each day absent. For example: Monday absent-Tuesday contact teacher and obtain assignment-Wednesday assignment due; Monday and Tuesday absent-Wednesday obtain assignments-Friday assignments due. If students have missed in excess of five consecutive days, an appropriate number of days will be determined for completion and submitted to the principal for approval.

Assignments made prior to the student’s absence are due when the student returns. For example, Friday assignments made and are due on Monday. On Monday, the student is absent. On Tuesday, the student returns. Friday’s assignments are due.

Do not call the office to have the teacher(s) send the work home. Your child will get their make-up work when they return to school.

CONTENT STANDARDS AND OBJECTIVES

Content Standards and Objectives (CSO’s) are available for each grade level and subject area at http://wvde.state.wv.us

PROGRESS REPORTS

Progress Reports will be sent home after each six-week period. These are sent home in an envelope. Sign the envelope and return it to school after each marking period. One Parent Teacher Conference is scheduled during the first semester and at least one is scheduled during the second semester. If another conference is desired, please contact the teacher or the office to schedule it. The GRADE SCALE for Hardy County Schools is: 100-93=A

92-85=B

84-75=C

74-65=D

64- 0=F

If you have questions about your child’s grades, contact your child’s teacher immediately.

FIELD TRIPS

Field trips are designed for groups of EHEMS students. Classes periodically take field trips as an extension of what is taught in the classroom or field trips are planned to reward students for appropriate behavior or academic success. We often allow parents to act as chaperones. However, neither non-enrolled students nor younger siblings will be allowed to participate in field trips.

Bus Regulations must be followed. SMOKING AND CHEWING TOBACCO ARE PROHIBITED ON HARDY COUNTY SCHOOL BUSES as well as on school property. There is to be neither smoking nor chewing tobacco on a field trip.

Fees must be paid in advance and no refunds will be given.

Students must have a current Emergency Medical Form on file in the office before they can attend a field trip.

HOLIDAY PARTIES

We will only have a Christmas party and a Valentine’s Day party during the school year. The parties may be held in preschool-sixth grade. An Easter Egg Hunt may be held for Preschool, Kindergarten, and First grade. Nutrition guidelines must be followed for all parties.

S.A.T. REFERRALS

As a parent, if you feel that your child is having special problems, please come in to see the Principal. A parent, as well as a teacher, may begin the SAT process. Both begin by talking to the principal. If you receive a “Notice of Individual Evaluation/Reevaluation Request” form in the mail, complete and sign the form. Return it to the person who sent it to you. Parent permission must be obtained before testing. Remember that the same form is used for all children. Special Education includes: Gifted; Speech and Language; Physical Therapy; Medical Concerns; Learning Disabilities; Behavior Disorders; Mild, Moderately, Trainable, or Profoundly Mentally Impaired. Call the principal if you have any questions. Specific questions can be addressed to the Director of Special Education, at the Board Office at 304-530-2348 extension 237.

STUDENT’S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES HANDBOOK

There is a copy of the Student’s Rights and Responsibilities (WVDE Policy 4372) published by the West Virginia Department of Education on file in the Principal’s office.

CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT

West Virginia State Law requires that teachers and principals report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect. The law further protects the teacher/principal against liability for referring such cases in good faith.

PARENT LIABILITY

West Virginia State Law states that parents shall be held responsible for damage caused by their children on public or private property for amounts up to $2,500.

COLLECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND DISCLOSURE OF STUDENT DATA

Hardy County Schools and E.H.E.M.S may disclose personally identifiable information, classified as “Directory Information”, without prior consent of parents in a specific situation such as:

• Honor Roll and student academic achievement lists
• Pictures of “Students of the Week” and “Star Students”
• Pictures and articles of academic, athletic, curricular, and extracurricular events, awards, and activities
• Class/Homeroom lists
• Formal and informal pictures of students involved in school activities (this includes the yearbook)
• Institutions of Higher Learning (for high school students)
• Military Recruiters (for high school students)
• If you DO NOT want your child’s name and/or picture disclosed in these situations, please contact the Principal and request Form SB-07. The above information WILL be disclosed until this form is completed, signed, and on record at your child’s school.

CITIZEN’S APPEAL

The Citizen’s Appeal process provides a way for citizens to work with county boards of education and school employees in seeking solutions to problems at the lowest administrative level as fairly and as quickly as possible. Forms and instructions for filing appeals may be obtained from the principal.

BOARD POLICIES

All board policies are available in the school office, school library, office for Hardy County Schools and on these web sites:

http://wvde.state.wv.us

www.hardycountyschools.com

HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHERS

Local school systems are required to notify parents that they have the right to request and receive information on the professional qualifications of their children’s classroom teachers and paraprofessionals. If you desire this information, please make a written request to the principal.

STUDENT RECOGNITION PROGRAM

E.H.E.M.S. recognizes students for academic achievement and behavior in several ways. We have “Student of the Week” recognition. The staff nominates students every week. From these nominations, a student is recognized as the “Student of the Week”. Once every six weeks, the staff nominates a student to be our “Star Student”. A committee chooses the “Star Student”. These students are recognized at a student assembly. Perfect Attendance is also recognized at this assembly.

We recognize our students’ academic performance with Honor Roll and Superior Honor Roll. Students are recognized at an assembly and their names are printed every six weeks in the Moorefield Examiner. We also recognize students who have attained required points with our Accelerated Reader© program.

We reward good behavior with Good Slips as well as field trips and activities that only students who have followed school and classroom rules can attend.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR WEST VIRGINIA STUDENTS

According to Policy 4373 (§126-99-3) of the West Virginia Department of Education,

all WV Public School Students will:

· Help create an atmosphere free from bullying, intimidation and harassment.

· Demonstrate honesty and trustworthiness.

· Treat others with respect, deal peacefully with anger, use good manners and be considerate of the feelings of others.

· Demonstrate responsibility, use self-control and be self-disciplined.

· Demonstrate fairness, play by the rules, and not take advantage of others.

· Demonstrate compassion and caring.

· Demonstrate good citizenship by obeying laws and rules, respecting authority, and by cooperating with others.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Please Note: "In addition to school disciplinary actions for violations of the "Student Code of Conduct", any act which also violates state law will be subject to review and/or prosecution by law enforcement authorities."

State code, § 126-99-7, has delineated student conduct into four levels, Level I being the least severe and Level IV being the most severe. Incidents at Levels III and IV are defined as offenses that must be reported immediately to the principal for investigation. If the incident is determined to meet the criteria for Level III or IV, the matter will be reported to the Superintendent and the West Virginia Department of Education.

The punishment for some of the offenses is prescribed by law; i.e., any student who has a Level IV offense must be recommended for expulsion from school.

The levels as defined by State Code and West Virginia Department of Education are as follows: (All behaviors and actions with this symbol (*) must be referred to the principal’s office. The others may be dealt with by the staff and/or a record maintained in the event of repeated incidents. We will attempt to send a copy of any incident recorded to parents.)

Level I

Behavior

Anti-social conduct, Cheating, Disorderly conduct, Improper operation of a motor vehicle, Inappropriate display of affection, Inappropriate dress and grooming, *Leaving school without permission, Possession of inappropriate personal property, Tardiness, Technology abuse, *Tobacco, *Trespassing, *Truancy

Possible Disciplinary Action

Student/parent conference, Counseling, Conflict resolution and peer mediation program, Referral to support staff, Reprimand, *Referral to tobacco cessation program, Daily/weekly progress reports, Behavioral contracts, *Change in the student’s class schedule, School service assignment, Confiscation of inappropriate item, Restitution/restoration, Before and/or after-school detention, *Denial of participation in class and/or school activities, Immediate exclusion by teacher from one class period, *Weekend detention, *In-school detention, *Out-of-school suspension for up to three days, *Law enforcement notification

Level II

Behavior

Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation, Failure to serve assigned detention, False identification, Forgery, Fraud, Gambling, Gang activity, Insubordination/Unruly conduct, Loitering, Theft or possession of stolen property (under $100 in value), Repeated Level I violations

Possible Disciplinary Action: Any action in Level I, *Out-of-school suspension for up to 10 days.

*Level III

Behavior

Alcohol possession or use, Defacing school property, Disobeying a teacher in a willful manner, Profane Language, Theft ($100 or more in value), Hazing, Improper or negligent operation of a motor vehicle, Habitual violation of school rules or policies, Repeated Level II violations

Possible Disciplinary Action

Any action in Levels I and II

*Level IV

Behavior

Assault/Battery on a school employee, Felony, Possession of a controlled substance, Possession of a firearm or deadly weapon, Sale of a narcotic drug, Repeated Level III violations

Disciplinary Action

Recommendation for expulsion is required by law.

GUIDELINES FOR SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION (§126-99-8)

Suspension is considered a temporary solution to a violation of the Student Code of Conduct until the problem that caused the suspension is corrected. The length of a suspension should be short, usually one to three school days, but may extend to ten school days. A student is entitled to an informal hearing when faced with a suspension of ten days or less. At this hearing, the principal must explain why the student is being suspended, and the student must be given the opportunity to present reasons why he/she should not be suspended. However, a student whose conduct is detrimental to the progress and general conduct of the school may be suspended immediately and a hearing held as soon as practical after the suspension. A student may not participate in any school-sponsored activities, or be permitted on school grounds during the period of suspension without permission of school officials.

INVESTIGATION PROCEDURES (§126-99-10)

When any student is to be interviewed in connection with an investigation pursuant to a Level III or IV violation, a reasonable effort shall be made to contact the student’s parent, custodian, or guardian and invite them to be present during such interview.

Please understand that this makes it very important that the information we have on file for your children is accurate and kept up to date. If you or anyone listed on your child’s information sheet cannot be reached, we will conduct the investigation and inform you of the results as soon as possible. You may give permission to

conduct an interview without your presence. If the student’s conduct is of such a nature as to be dangerous to him or herself or others, they may be suspended until a guardian can accompany them to school for further discussion of the matter.

East Hardy Early Middle School Rules

1. Students will wear clothing that is not educationally disruptive, a safety hazard, or inappropriate for a school environment.

· Clothing will be free of obscenity and/or advertisements that show vulgar, obscene or profane language, writings, pictures, actions, and advertisements for alcohol or tobacco products, or illegal drugs. Be very careful with NASCAR© items.

· Shorts, skirts, and skorts (skirt with shorts underneath) shall be at least fingertip length.

· Shirt bottoms and the tops of pants, skirts, shorts, or skorts shall overlap to insure that front and back midsection nor underwear is exposed when seated or standing.

· Blouses and shirts shall not reveal cleavage at the necklines and shall have shoulder coverage of at least the width of three (3) adult fingers.

· “Muscle” shirts shall not be worn without a shirt over the top and that shirt shall be buttoned. Muscle shirts are the traditional men’s tee shirts that are cut widely under the arms and expose much of the chest and underarm area.

· Hats, sweatbands, bandannas, and sunglasses shall not be worn in the building unless there is a medical reason or a special school activity is being held and special permission is given.

· Tennis shoes are an appropriate type of footwear.

· Hair gels, sprays, or other temporary hair colorings shall not be permitted. The color comes off on goggles, headphones, and can run into the eyes during physical education.

· Neither the cut of the clothes nor the clothing material should allow undergarments to be seen.

· Tops of pants should be at waist level worn as intended, preferably with a belt. Wearing pants with the top at mid-thigh causes you to walk with a wide gait and may create severe hip problems.

· Pajama bottoms, tube tops, and chains should not be worn.

· Wheelies (shoes with wheels in them) are not to be worn.

2. Toys, electronic devices, recording devices, cameras and accessories are not allowed at school. They will be confiscated according to Hardy County Policy file JDBA. The school is not responsible for lost, broken, stolen items.

3. Students will not cheat or steal or entice others to cheat or steal.

4. Students will respect all school property and keep it free from destruction and defacement.

5. Students may not chew gum in school. Cough drops may be used with the teacher’s knowledge.

6. Students will not use, possess, or distribute weapons, illegal drugs, and alcohol and/or tobacco products. Please refer to Hardy County Policy Files: JDE, JDF, JDD and JDG for the complete policies dealing with Tobacco Control, Firearms and Deadly Weapons, Drug Abuse, and Student Drug Abuse-Substance Abuse.

7. Students will not intentionally endanger the welfare and safety of others.

The intentional endangering or threatening of others by use of weapons, setting off fire alarms, making of bomb threats and/or through the use of verbal threats or written communications such as e-mail with not be tolerated.

8. Students will treat all students and staff with respect and follow all school expectations. Students are expected to behave for a substitute teacher in the same manner as they would for their regular classroom teacher. Serious consequences will result if misbehavior occurs. Students are expected to be in class on time. Students will not participate in cruel teasing, arguing, intimidation, hazing or put-downs. Students will keep hands, feet, and other objects to themselves. Fighting and/or enticing a fight and pretend fighting will not be tolerated. (Information regarding bullying in Hardy County Schools can be found in Hardy County Policy file GADA and hazing in Hardy County Policy file JDC)

9. Students will act like ladies and gentlemen at all times.

Students are not to possess or display pornographic materials and /or obscene, vulgar, or pornographic language, writings, pictures or actions. Lockers are to be free of any display, exhibits, or attachments exhibiting these types of materials. Public displays of affections such as holding hands or kissing are not allowed.

VIOLATION OF SCHOOL RULES

A violation of school rules or refusal to follow school expectations may result in, but may not be limited to, the following disciplinary actions:

a) Parent Conferences

b) Re-teaching the expected behavior/verbal warning

c) Referral to the appropriate team or grade level for an action plan

d) Lunch detention

e) An after school detention

f) Exclusion from class

g) Out of school suspension

h) Expulsion from school

In-School or Out-of-School Suspension

A violation of school rules that can result in an in-school or an out-of-school suspension include:

a) Skipping class.

b) Fighting and /or enticing a fight, horseplay, or hurting another student in any way.

c) Stealing, cheating, or enticing others to do so.

d) The destruction or defacement of school property.

e) The possession or display of pornographic materials and /or obscene, vulgar, or pornographic language, writings, pictures or actions.

f) Repeated warning for inappropriate clothing that would be considered disruptive to education or a safety issue to the student or other students.

g) Sexual or non-sexual harassment.

h) Repeated violation of school rules and/or school expectations resulting in incorrigible behavior(s)/defiance of adult authority.

i) The intentional disrespect, intimidation, bullying, hazing and/or harassment of students and/or school staff.

j) The possession or use of tobacco products.

	School Expectations
Respect	Respect all people and facilities.
On Task	Allow yourself and others to learn.
Attitude	Be caring, sharing, and kind.
Responsible	Accept responsibility for your own choices.
Safe	Keep yourself and others safe.

Expectations	Hallway	Playground	Bus	Assembly	Cafeteria	Restroom	Classroom
Respect	Use appropriate language. Be Polite. Respect school property and that of others.	Follow teacher’s directions. Take turns. Use appropriate language. Play fairly.	Follow bus rules. Use quiet voice.	Be quiet when someone is speaking or performing. Use appropriate language and volume.	Use good manners. Follow adult directions. Eat food on your tray only. Use appropriate language and volume.	Follow the teacher’s directions. Keep your hands, feet, and other objects to yourself. Observe personal space.	Listen to teacher. Respond to signal. Use good manners Take turns.
On Task	Get to class on time. Take the most direct route to your destination. Observe Quiet Zones.	Line up when signaled. Remain in your designated area.	Wait patiently. Follow bus rules. Enjoy the ride.	Give the speaker your attention. Use good listening skills.	Wait patiently in line. Take turns. Use calm voice. Sit at assigned table. Raise hand for help.	Wait your turn. Use facilities appropriately.	Be ready for class. So your own work.
Attitude	Be kind to others.	Encourage others. Help solve problems. Let everyone play.	Use appropriate language, Be courteous. Share the seat.	Be kind and courteous.	Be kind. Help others.	Be courteous. Use appropriate language.	Do your best work. Be positive. Be polite to others.
Responsible	Follow the rules.	Notify the teacher of emergencies. Put equipment away when finished with it.	Keep your hands, feet, and other objects to yourself. Put any trash in wastebasket.	Sit in your designated area with your supervisor. Walk on the green area when in the gym.	Clean up after yourself. Finish eating on time. Empty your tray in the appropriate area.	Leave your area neat and clean. Use facilities appropriately. Follow restroom rules.	Do your own work. Be responsible for your own actions. Do homework. Bring materials to class. Take care of materials and supplies.
Safe	Stay in your own space. Keep your hands, feet, and other objects to yourself. Watch where you are going. Walk on the right unless directed otherwise.	Use equipment appropriately. Keep your hands, feet, and other objects to yourself. Stay away from vehicles.	Remain seated when the bus is in motion. Walk on and off the bus.	Enter and exit quietly. Use the bleachers and steps appropriately.	Walk at all times. Keep your hands, feet, and other objects to yourself.	Keep water and trash off the floor. One person per stall. One class at a time. Teachers will specify the number to go into the restroom. Teachers will supervise.	Obey directions of all staff. Keep hands , fee, and objects to yourself. Tell a teacher if there is an adult without an ID badge.

Bell Schedule 2009-2010

Breakfast 8:00 a.m.- 8:20 a.m.

Lunch Recess

K-1 11:28 a.m. 11:58 a.m. 2-3 10:58 a.m. 11:28 p.m.

4-5 12:28 p.m. 12:58

Dismissal for Grade 4 3:31

Dismissal for Grades PK-3 3:35

TWO-Hour Delay

A Grab-n-Go breakfast will be served. Classes will begin at 10:00.

EARLY RELEASE Schedule

Lunch Recess

2-3 10:48 a.m. 11:18 a.m.

K-1 11:18 a.m. 11:48 p.m.

4-5 12:18 p.m. 12:48 a.m.

ATTENDANCE DEFINITIONS FOR CHECKING IN AND CHECKING OUT

126-81-4 specifies a full day of attendance as being present for at least .74 of a day and one half of a day as being in attendance present at least .26 of a day.

8:25-9:00 Tardy

9:00-12:30 ½ day absent in the morning (a.m.)

11:30-2:45 ½ day absent in the afternoon (p.m.)

2:45-3:30 Early Dismissal

3:31 Car Rider Dismissal

Check-out before 9:00 absent all day

Check-in after 2:30 absent all day