CPCS District

OUR MISSION

The Colton-Pierrepont Central School Community proudly educates students to become responsible, respectful, and resourceful citizens, thereby continuing a tradition of innovation and excellence.

Welcome Letter to Parents

Welcome to the 2008-2009 school year. We want this to be an enjoyable and productive year.

The Colton-Pierrepont Student Handbook contains information about our school and the policies and procedures you and your child will need to be familiar with for a successful school year. In it you will find information pertaining to:

• Your child’s grades and progress reports
• Records pertaining to your child
• Conferences with your child’s teacher
• Colton-Pierrepont Central School’s attendance policy
• Colton-Pierrepont Central School’s Code of Conduct

Because the information contained in this handbook is so important, we want to ensure that you and your child have read the handbook and you assist your child in his/her understanding of the contents. Therefore, to acknowledge receipt of this handbook and the information contained in it, please review the statements on the inserted form and return a signed copy of this to the appropriate office. If you have any further questions about anything contained in this handbook, please contact the school office at 262-2100 or www.cpcs.k12.ny.us.

Mr. Martin Bregg, Superintendent of School
Mr. Randy Johnson, High School Principal
Ms. Julie Welch, Elementary Principal; CSE/CPSE

MISSION STATEMENT
 Welcome Letter to Parents ……………………………………………….. 2
PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM
 Directory of Administration and Offices ………………………………… 5
 Teacher and Staff Locations ……………………………………………… 6
INSTRUCTION & INSTRUCTIONAL RESOURCES
Board of Education Policy Statement ……………………………………. 7
Statement of Nondiscrimination/Anti-Harassment ………………………. 8
Attendance ……………………………………………………………….. 8
Student Dismissal Precautions …………………………………………… 10
Character Education ……………………………………………………… 11
Physical Education ……………………………………………………….. 11
Library ……………………………………………………………………. 14
Student Scheduling and Course Loads …………………………………… 15
Use of School Computers ………………………………………………… 16
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
Programs for Students with Disabilities …………………………………. 18
Academic Intervention Services …………………………………………. 18
Homebound Instruction ………………………………………………….. 19
Summer School …………………………………………………………… 19
High School Credit for College Courses ………………………………… 19
GRADING AND PROMOTION
 Grading Systems …………………………………………………………. 20
 Homework ……………………………………………………………….. 21
 Academic Honesty ……………………………………………………….. 24
 Honor Rolls ………………………………………………………………. 27
 Graduation Requirements ………………………………………………… 28
 Early Graduation …………………………………………………………. 29
Promotion and Retention of Students ……………………………………. 30
Forum …………………………………………………………………….. 30
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Code of Conduct …………………………………………………………. 31
Student Searches and Interrogations …………………………………….. 42
Telephone Use …………………………………………………………… 43
Use of Radios, Beepers, Cellular Phones ………………………………… 43
Use of Personal Transportation Devices on School Property ..…………… 43
Student Automobile Use …………………………………………………. 43
GUIDANCE PROGRAMS
Guidance Programs ……………………………………………………… 44
Career Center ……………………………………………………………. 44
Employment of Students ………………………………………………… 44
Student Volunteers for School and Public Service ……………………… 45
Student Awards and Scholarships ………………………………………. 45

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Extracurricular Activities ……………………………………………….. 46
Distribution of Literature on School Grounds ………………………….. 50
Student Web Pages ……………………………………………………… 50
Student Fund Raising …………………………………………………… 50
Student Field Trips ……………………………………………………… 51
Chaperones ……………………………………………………………… 51
Interscholastic Athletics ………………………………………………… 52
Procedures for Eligibility ………………………………………………… 53
Spectator Sportsmanship at Interscholastic Events …………………….. 53
SCHOOL CEREMONIES AND OBSERVATIONS
School Ceremonies and Observances ………………………………….. 55
Assemblies ……………………………………………………………… 55
ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
Accident Prevention and Safety Procedures ……………………………. 56
Student Health Services ………………………………………………… 56
Student Physicals ……………………………………………………….. 57
Automated External Defibrillators ……………………………………… 57
Infection Control ………………………………………………………… 57
First Aid ………………………………………………………………… 58
District and School Safety Planning ……………………………………. 58
Fire Drills ……………………………………………………………….. 58
School Food Services …………………………………………………… 59
TRANSPORTATION
 Transportation …………………………………………………….……… 60
 School Closings …………………………………………………………. 60
Student Transportation on School-Sponsored Field Trips,
Extracurricular Activities, or Similar Events …………………………… 60
 Video Surveillance on School Property………………………………….. 61
APPENDIX
 Excuse for absence(s) …………………………………………………… 62
 Student bus pass ………………………………………………..……….. 63

PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM

Directory of Administration and Offices:
You may reach any of the following individuals during school business hours (8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) by dialing 262-2100.

Extension

Superintendent of Schools Martin Bregg 144
Secretary to the Superintendent Diane Ladison 144
Elementary Principal Julie Welch 124
Elementary Secretary Donna Collins 124
7-12 Principal Randy Johnson 129
7-12 Secretary Wendy Dishaw 129
CSE/CPSE Chair Julie Welch 124
CSE Secretary Joanne Hudson 324
Business Manager David White 136
Guidance Counselor Elizabeth Larrabee 213
School Psychologist Mary Kay Hafer 140
Speech Therapist Carolyn Gibson 125
Cafeteria Manager Lori Parker 134
Buildings/Grounds and Transportation Richard Coller 130
Nurse Sarah Long 138

Whom do I contact about… Extension

Athletics Joseph Kardash 142
Bus Schedule Richard Coller 130
Cafeteria/Meal Information Lori Parker 134
Courses - Curricula Elizabeth Larrabee 213
Discipline HS Randy Johnson 129
Discipline ES Julie Welch 124
Health Concerns Sarah Long 138
Lockers Wendy Dishaw 129
Lost and Found Sarah Long 138
Use of Building Diane Ladison 144

Parents can also obtain school information by visiting the Colton-Pierrepont Central School website at www.cpcs.k12.ny.us . The website includes information on upcoming activities, class schedules, sports schedules, school news, academic achievements, policy information and a school calendar.

TEACHERS AND STAFF WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:

A-Wing
Mrs. Lapinski Rm. 101 Pre-kindergarten
Mrs. Restad Rm. 103 Kindergarten
Mrs. Gowing Rm. 105 Kindergarten
Ms. Oshier Rm. 106 Grade 1
Mrs. Thomas Rm. 108 Grade 1
Mrs. Weakfall Rm. 102 Grade 2
Mrs. Hughes Rm. 104 Grade 2
Mrs. Frego Rm. 109 Grade 3
Mrs. Storey-Welch Rm. 110 Grade 4
Mrs. Hayes Rm. 112 Grade 4
Mrs. Gibson Rm. 125 Speech Therapy
Mrs. Sehrt Rm. 107 Special Education
Mrs. Horton Rm. 107 Special Education Teacher Assistant
Ms. Ives Rm. 101 Teacher Assistant

B-Wing
Mr. Gotsch Rm. 116 Grade 5
Mrs. Brown Rm. 114 Grade 5
Mrs. Nee Rm. 117 Grade 6
Mrs. Kenny-Buck Rm. 113 Grade 6
Mrs. Miller-Widrick Rm. 126 Librarian
Mrs. Carpenter Rm. 126 Library Assistant
Mrs. Gray Rm. 118 Special Education
Mrs. Orland Rm. 118 Special Education Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Cochran Rm. 118 Special Education Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Durki Rm. 115 Reading Specialists

FIRST FLOOR
Ms. Long Rm. 138 School Nurse
Mr. Nee Rm. 148 Social Studies
Mrs. Fisher Rm. 152 Mathematics
Mrs. Henderson-Howie Rm. 150 English Language Arts
Mr. Lee Rm. 139 Science
Ms. Fiacco Rm. 135 Science
Mr. Manders Rm. 137 Science
Mr. Hammill Rm. 133 Art
Mr. Daniels Rm. 128 Industrial Arts/Technology
Mr. Lyndaker Rm. 160 Physical Education & Health
Ms. Wolf Rm. 160 Physical Education
Mr. LaWall Rm. 156 Instrumental Music & General Music
Mr. Washington Rm. 141 Vocal Music/Elementary & General Music
Mr. Phillips Rm. 123 Special Education/Consultant Teacher
Mrs. Peck Rm. 123 Special Education Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Matthie Rm. 123 Special Education Teacher Assistant
Mrs. Myers Rm. 143 Counselor

SECOND FLOOR
Mr. Schloat Rm. 204 Foreign Language
Mrs. Edwards Rm. 202 Foreign Language
Mr. Bogart Rm. 209 Social Studies
Mrs. Smith Rm. 207 Computer Assistant
Mrs. Slater Rm. 212 Special Education/Consultant Teacher
Mrs. Stone Rm. 212 Special Education Teacher Assistant
Mr. Stankiewicz Rm. 203 Mathematics & Computers
Ms. McKinley Rm. 201 English Language Arts
Ms. McGee Rm. 206 English Language Arts
Mrs. Preston Rm. 208 Social Studies
Ms. McGinnis Rm. 210 Mathematics
Mrs. Eurto Rm. 205 Counselor
Mrs. Freedman Rm. 205 Counselor

BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY STATEMENT

The Colton-Pierrepont Central School District has a tradition of providing its students with an excellent education. The duty of the school system is to meet the interests and abilities of each student, to educate him/her by principle and practice to assume his/her roles as an individual and as a member of a democratic society. School should be an enjoyable experience, a learning experience, both socially and academically. Equal opportunity should be provided for all students.

The Board of Education is dedicated to educating students to develop desired moral, ethical, and cultural values; to stimulate and expand a continual learning process; and to cultivate an understanding and appreciation of the rights and responsibilities of American citizens, which will enable them to function effectively as independent individuals in a democratic society.

The educational program will provide each child with the academic skills and knowledge required for his/her maximum educational development; the opportunity for each child to develop his/her interests and abilities to the fullest extent according to his/her individual potential; and special services to promote the physical, mental, and emotional development of each child. It is the district’s goal to foster in students good work habits, integrity, self-discipline, good sportsmanship, self-confidence, and a sense of purpose. Extracurricular activities will be offered when possible to enhance the academic program.

Flexibility in both curriculum and the learning environment is an important key to successful education. Such flexibility will encourage a student to confidently pursue his/her interests and to develop a system of values that will advance human welfare such as understanding, compassion, fairness, respect, and commitment.

The Board encourages parents and teachers to offer their expertise in helping to develop a school environment that is academically challenging, psychologically satisfying, and socially fulfilling for students at all levels. The objectives of an educational program are best realized when mutual understanding, cooperation, and effective communications exist between the home, community, and school.

SHARED DECISION MAKING TEAMS

Parents are urged to contact the Colton-Pierrepont Community School Association about joining the school’s shared decision making teams. There is a district team, which is the oversight committee and there are building teams, which are formed to study specific issues and to make recommendations for solutions.

STUDENT TEACHERS

Student teachers are placed in our school for a six- to ten-week period by local colleges. This is done to afford to them real life experiences in teaching while being mentored by our faculty, as well as their college advisor to reinforce and broaden their teaching skills. These professionals should be treated with the same respect and consideration the school’s teachers, assistants, secretaries, monitors, cafeteria staff, custodians, and bus drivers are.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION / ANTI-HARASSMENT

It is the policy of the Colton-Pierrepont School District not to permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, economic status, marital status, sexual orientation or disability in the district’s educational programs, activities or employment.

Harassment may take the form of comments, name-calling, jokes, stalking, perpetuating rumors or gossip, offensive gestures or language, assault or any other behavior that is designed to annoy, intimidate or cause fear.

In order to work, play and live as a community, all students must show respect for each other and their differences. Actions or comments based on a person’s race, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, economic status, marital status, sexual orientation or disability are called harassment and are not allowed in school. Examples of harassing behaviors include name-calling, inappropriate gestures, offensive remarks, physical abuse, pinching or any other behavior that is designed to bother, threaten or cause fear. If anyone discriminates against you or harasses you, tell your teacher or see the building principal.

ATTENDANCE

Colton-Pierrepont Central School District recognizes the importance of daily attendance and its correlation to success in the classroom. School attendance is mandatory in New York State and it is the legal obligation of parents to ensure that their children attend school on a regular basis.

In order to comply with the State mandates, a new attendance policy was written by a shared decision making process and revised 08/08. The committee included: students, parents, teachers, administrators, support staff, and board members.

The intent of this policy is to increase student attendance, reduce tardiness, sustain a drop out rate of less than 5 percent, and maintain accurate period-by-period attendance for Grades 7 – 12. By doing all of these things, we will comply with the compulsory education laws but more importantly know the whereabouts of every student for safety purposes.

Along with this policy will be consistent guidelines for all teachers to follow in regards to attendance and course credit as well as excused/unexcused absences and the process of makeup work. In order to receive course credit, students must earn a passing grade and meet the requirements of attending a minimum of 90 percent of all scheduled classes. This means a student can be absent no more than five (5) times per class for each quarter or twenty (20) times per year. Classes that are only half year or run for longer than a year work under a similar fashion with a prorated amount of absences.

Students with excused absences will be afforded the opportunity to make up all missed work within a specified time period based on the individual teacher and with the approval of the principal. It is the responsibility of the student to meet with their teachers to set up make-up work situations. If students do not fulfill their responsibility to make up work in the assigned time lines, a zero will be assigned. Students who successfully make up work will not have excused absences count against the 90 percent minimum attendance requirement for the purpose of course credit.

Students with unexcused absences may make up work as described above, but the maximum grade that can be achieved will be 80 percent. It is the responsibility of the student to set up the arrangements with the individual teacher to make due dates. Students may complete work covered in class, depending upon the requirements of the lesson. If the work is not completed in the specified time line, a zero will be assigned. Unexcused absences will count against the 90 percent minimum attendance requirement even if the work is successfully made up.
Any student who is absent from school must bring a written, dated excuse signed by the parent/guardian that explains the reason for absence. (see appendix A – page 60) The student must present this excuse to the school nurse upon entry to school in order to receive an admission slip to class. The nurse will classify each absence in accordance with the policy as either excused or unexcused. If a student fails to bring in a note that day, the absence is classified automatically as unexcused.

Excused absences are those absences due to: personal illness, illness in the family that warrant student absence, death in the family, religious observance, quarantine, required court appearance, military obligation, health clinic visit, approved school programs/college visits/work programs, impassable roads due to inclement weather, late arrival by school bus and In-school or At-Home Behavioral Awareness days. For those times when a family is taking an educational trip or an appointment that cannot be scheduled outside the school day, prior approval must be sought in writing to an administrator.

Unexcused absences are those absences not meeting the criteria for excused absences as detailed above. Examples of unexcused absences include, but are not limited to the following: truancy, employment, vacations, appointments other than medical, legal or administratively approved, hunting, fishing, or other recreational interests, shopping, babysitting, helping at home, running errands, missing the bus, sleeping or any other absences not related to illness or an emergency situation.

Students and parents have the right to appeal to the building principal within five school days of any action taken under this attendance policy. The principal will review the situation with the interested parties and determine whether the student was granted due process with regard to the decision made. The parent and student may address the issue with the Superintendent of they disagree with the principal’s determination.

Parents will be notified of their child/children’s attendance by various methods. Telephone calls will be made to check on absent students, which don’t replace the written excuse. Student attendance will be reported with the ending of each marking period. For those students who accrue more frequent unexcused absences, written notices will be sent to the parent or guardian.

As in the past, students who are tardy or late to class will be dealt with through our Student Management Plan. Like any offense the consequences delivered increase by the severity of the action.

At the end of each marking period students who exhibit good attendance practices will be eligible for incentives and rewards.

This plan will be monitored closely and reviewed annually by the administration and the Board of Education.

STUDENT DISMISSAL PRECAUTIONS

In order to ensure students’ safety, the Building Principal maintains a list of individuals who are authorized to obtain the release of students in attendance at the school. No student may be released to the custody of any individual who is not the parent or guardian of the student, unless the individual’s name appears upon the list.

Parents or guardians may submit a list of individuals authorized to obtain the release of their children from school at the time of the child’s enrollment. The signature of the parent or guardian must be notarized.

A parent or guardian may amend a list submitted pursuant to this regulation at any time with their signature in writing. Certified copies of any court orders or divorce decrees provided by the custodial parent, which restrict a parent’s ability to seek the release of his or her child, shall be maintained in district offices.

If anyone seeks the release from school of a student, he/she must report to the school office and present satisfactory identification to the Building Principal. If the person seeking the release of a child exhibits to the school official an out-of-state custody order, the Superintendent will be notified.

Early excuses for emergency reasons should be requested in writing by the parent. Medical releases are handled through the Nurse’s Office. All other reasons for release must be submitted to the Elementary or High School Office. The person seeking the student’s release must sign the register in the Elementary or High School Office. This would also include pick up and dismissal times.

CHARACTER EDUCATION

The Colton-Pierrepont School District works in partnership with parents to maintain learning and working environment that supports positive student attitudes and the character development of its students. Character development will reflect and reinforce character and civic values such as honesty, integrity, responsibility, hard work, and respect for others.

Parents, students, and the school community will work together to teach, promote, and model ethical behavior. The Colton-Pierrepont School District will reflect and reinforce positive character traits that embody community values and promote principles of fairness and justice.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Every student who attends school must take part in a physical education program. Students in Grades 7-12 must successfully complete the physical education course during each year they attend school in order to qualify for graduation. The Physical Education staff at CPCS has developed a set of assessments for the content of each or the NYS Learning Standards so that students’ progress toward the achievement of the standards could be assessed consistently for each student throughout the school year.

Physical Education Assessment Guidelines
Students will be required to exhibit good sportsmanship, good citizenship, and be respectful and responsible at all times.

Objectives
• To encourage and assist each student to learn to move effectively and skillfully
• To acquire a knowledge of and appreciation for physical fitness
• To emphasize developing and maintaining a health enhancing level of fitness
• To encourage cooperation and understanding among peers in order for everyone to experience an enjoyable physical education class.

Grading
• During grading periods 1 and 4 a student may earn up to a total of 175 points.
• During grading periods 2 and 3 a student may earn up to a total of 155 points.
• A point value will be assigned for each scheduled class as well as for authentic assessment during the unit, completion of fitness test (grading periods 1 and 4), and an end of grading period quiz to test their knowledge of the unit(s).

A. Daily- Students will be given 5 points for each class. Points are earned for the following:
• Attendance 1 pt
• Proper dress, being prepared 1 pt
• Safety awareness, behavior-including cooperation,
teamwork, sportsmanship and self-control 1 pt
• Active participation, effort-including warm-ups and the
daily activity 2 pt
  5 pts/day

Total daily points available for a 25 class grading period = 125 pts

B. Unit Assessment:
  Each quarter students will receive points on a minimum of 2 units.

• End of quarter test (summative assessments) 20 pts
• Skills related to unit(s) observed by Instructor through
Authentic Assessment 10 pts
• Fitness Testing (points earned for 1st and 4th quarter
  when test is given) 20 pts

Total points available for a 25 class grading period = 155 pts
  Grading periods 1 & 4 = 175 pts

C. Fitness Test:
A total of 20 points can be earned upon completion of the physical fitness test. Students will be required to make-up components of the test they may miss due to absence, being unprepared, field trips, medical excuses and/or time out of class. If the fitness test is not finished, an incomplete will be given until the fitness test is completed.

• Students must complete the physical fitness test twice a year, once during the first quarter and once during the fourth quarter.

D. Nurse’s Excuse:
 A student can earn a maximum of 1 point on days they are in attendance for class but excused through the nurse’s office. Students will need to present excuse to the teacher within the first 10 minutes of class. For every 3 excuses accrued an additional 5 points will be deducted from that quarterly grade. Make-ups, if completed within 2 weeks will be given full credit.

• A student who is medically excused/exempt from physical education class will be required to complete a written assignment. Length of assignment will be determined by days medically excused.

E. Unprepared:
 A student can receive a maximum of 2 points for the day and will be required to do additional assigned work during the class period. For every three unprepared class days an additional 5 points will be deducted from the quarterly grade. Make-ups, if completed with 2 weeks may be given full credit.

• During a student’s scheduled class time if she/he is unprepared additional class work will be assigned and worked on at that time. Failure to meet the criteria of the written assignment will result in zero points earned for that day and that class can not be made up.

F. Absences:
 Students absent from class will receive zero points for that day. However, if made-up within 2 weeks from the date of absence full credit (5 points) may be given.

• Students may make-up a physical education class during their study hall period(s) by getting a pre-signed pass from a physical education teacher.
• Every two weeks a make-up PE class will be held during 11th period.
• Students on Education field trips will not be required to make up the class.
• Family vacations- Students need to contact teacher to make up work missed.
• ISS/OSS students will be required to do written work.

Items of Information

• Earned Credit: Students who participate in an extra physical education class can earn credits toward days absent from PE class. This does not include students non-prepared for class.
• Writing Assignments for students non-prepared for PE class. The students will be provided with the research materials to complete the writing assignment. Research materials will from internet, newspaper or magazine articles. Students will be given specific format to follow for completion of the written assignment. (i.e. summarize, key points and personalize)
• Fitness Testing. We will be testing the following Fitness Components:
I. Body Composition: Body Mass Index Chart
II. Cardio respiratory: Mile Jog/Walk or Pacer Test
III. Flexibility: Sit and Reach Safety Test
IV. Muscular Strength: Pull-ups or Flex Arm Hang
V. Muscular Endurance: Curl-ups/Sit-ups

The Fitnessgram will be the fitness test administered. Students should score within the Healthy Fitness Zone.

THE LIBRARY

The primary goals of the K-12 Library Media Center (LMC) at Colton-Pierrepont Central School are to promote the enjoyment of reading; to encourage students to find, use, and evaluate information so that they become skilled information seekers; and to provide the resources our students need to make intelligent decisions and increase their factual knowledge on the road to lifelong learning.

K-12 Library Media Center

Our K-12 LMC houses approximately 18600 items (books, magazines, DVDs and videos, puppets, etc.) in support of the curriculum and providing interesting and enriching reading for the school community. We provide over forty online databases covering a large variety of subject areas. These databases enable us to access and use thousands of valuable top-quality sources of information, including a virtual reference library. Anyone in the school community may use these worthwhile resources. Feel free to call the Library and get the necessary information.

We offer a pleasant, educational environment for the students and staff to read and work quietly, to research, and to check out needed or wanted materials.

Students are encouraged to come to the LMC for their study hall time or recess time. Students in 7-12 must sign up on the LMC pass before the period they wish to come. Elementary students come on a pass from the classroom teacher. All students come with classes when a teacher schedules library research, skills practice, or book check-out time. While in the LMC, everyone needs to follow the rules of required behavior and treat all fellow students, staff, and materials with respect.

Students are welcome to check out materials at almost any time. Materials circulate for a specific time period, generally two weeks for our 7-12 students and one week for the K-6 students, with an option to renew. Any student wishing to borrow materials needs to check out the item at the circulation desk. We loan many magazines as well as books.

Students are expected to be respectful of and responsible for any item they use or borrow. Materials need to be returned on time. Students who damage or lose library materials are expected to pay for them.

The bottom line:

• Come work or read in the Library Media Center.
• Use the resources we have for you.
• Enjoy yourself while being respectful and responsible.
• Remember ~ “The more you read, the more you know.” So…
• READ! READ! READ!

STUDENT SCHEDULING AND COURSE LOADS

Course scheduling is designed to accommodate different teaching styles and subject materials. All scheduling shall conform to state requirements, work to enhance student learning opportunities and improve individual academic achievement.

Course outlines are found in the guidance office; they are provided to students during registration. Students generally decide upon their yearly schedule with the help of their guidance counselor. A typical daily student schedule looks like this:

Period Sample Schedule
1 Mathematics
2 English
3 Band
4 P.E.
5 Social Studies
6 Lunch
7 Art
8 Science
9 Computer Graphics
10 Foreign Language
11 AIS

Students may use this blank schedule to write their own schedule in for future reference:

Name ____________________________ Locker No. _________
Homeroom (period 1) ___________________

Period Time Subject Teacher/room
1 (homeroom) 8:00-8:42
2 8:45-9:25
3 9:28-10:08
4 10:11-10:51
5 10:54-11:34(C)
11:34-12:04(L)
6
 10:51-11:21 (L)
11:24-12:04 (C)
7 12:07-12:47
8 12:50-1:30
9 1:33-2:13
10 2:16-2:56
11 2:56-3:25

Lunch Period: (L) Class Period: (C)

* Elementary students are dismissed at 2:48p.m.

Once student schedules are finalized, students may change their schedule, subject to the approval of the teacher, guidance counselor, and administrator, but only for one of the following reasons:

1. Failure of a graduation requirement which must be made up.
2. Success or failure of a summer school course not factored into the schedule.
3. Elimination of a scheduled course by the school.
4. Forced change in the schedule by an outside agency.
5. Student placement in a class inappropriate to his/her ability level.
6. Student placement in a class that is counterproductive to the education of the student.
7. Addition of a course to replace a scheduled study hall.

*Schedule changes will be allowed during the first two weeks of the course.

USE OF SCHOOL COMPUTERS

Accepted Use Policy for Students to Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks
Freedom of expression is an inalienable human right and the foundation for self-government. Freedom of expression encompasses the right to freedom of speech and the corollary right to receive information. Such rights extend to minors as well as adults. Schools facilitate the exercise of these rights by providing access to information regardless of format or technology. In a free and democratic society, access to information is a fundamental right of citizenship.
In making decisions regarding student access to the Internet, the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District considers its own stated educational mission, goals, and objectives. Electronic information research skills are now fundamental to preparation of citizens and future employers and employees. Access to the Internet enables students to explore thousands of libraries, databases, bulletin boards, and other resources while exchanging messages with people around the world. The District expects that faculty will blend thoughtful use of the Internet throughout the curriculum and will provide guidance and instruction to students in its use. As much as possible, access from school to Internet resources should be structured in ways which point students to those which have been evaluated prior to use. While students will be able to move beyond those resources to others that have not been previewed by staff, they shall be provided with guidelines and lists of resources particularly suited to learning objectives.
Students utilizing District-provided Internet access must first have the permission of and must be supervised by the Colton-Pierrepont Central School professional staff. Students utilizing school-provided Internet access are responsible for good behavior on-line, just as they are in a classroom or other area of the school. The same general rules for behavior and communications apply.
The purpose of District-provided Internet access is to facilitate communications in support of research and education. To remain eligible as users, students’ use must be in support of and consistent with the educational objectives of the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District. Access is a privilege, not a right. Access entails responsibility.
Users should not expect that files stored on school-based computers will always be private. Electronic messages and files stored on school-based computers may be treated like school lockers. Administrators and faculty may review files and messages to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are acting responsibly.
The following uses of school-provided Internet access are not permitted:
1. to access, upload, download, or distribute pornographic, obscene, or sexually explicit material whether the material is in audio, graphic, or text format;
2. to violate any local, state, or federal statute;
3. to harass anyone in any way using the school district’s electronic computer systems, networks, or communications systems;
4. to vandalize, damage, or disable the property of another individual or organization;
5. to access another individual’s materials, information, or files without permission; and,
6. to violate copyright or otherwise use the intellectual property of another individual or organization without permission;
7. to perform commercial activities.
The following activities are not permitted:
1. to interfere with the functioning of the network or computer functions to include, but not limited to, computer hacking, attacks on computer resources that result in loss of function or access, distribution of viruses or tools that others might use to cause disruptions, running of processes on computers to bog them down, breaking computer security, causing broadcasting of e-mail or packets to cause denial of service conditions, or destruction of others’ files;
2. to install or operate computer or network equipment on Colton-Pierrepont Central School property that hasn’t been approved by the systems administrator;
3. to use any device or process that is used to circumvent security, conduct hacking or cracking operations, or conduct “sniffing” of network resources.
Any violation of District Policy and rules may result in loss of District-provided access to the computer systems, network or Internet. Additional disciplinary action may be determined by the Superintendent in keeping with existing procedures and practices regarding inappropriate language or behavior. When and where applicable, law enforcement agencies may be involved.
The Colton-Pierrepont Central School District makes no warranties of any kind, neither expressed nor implied, for the Internet access it is providing. The District will not be responsible for any damages users suffer, including–but not limited to–loss of data resulting from delays nor interruptions in service. The District will not be responsible for the accuracy, nature or quality of information stored on District diskettes, hard drives, or servers; nor for the accuracy, nature, or quality of information gathered through District-provided Internet access. The District will not be responsible for personal property used to access District computers or networks or for District-provided Internet access. The District will not be responsible for unauthorized financial obligations resulting from District-provided access to the Internet.
Parents of students in the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District shall be provided with the following information:
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The Colton-Pierrepont Central School District is pleased to offer its students access to the Internet. The Internet is an electronic highway connecting hundreds of thousands of computers and millions of individual users all over the world. This computer technology will help propel our schools through the communication age by allowing students and staff to access and use resources from distant computers, communicate and collaborate with other individuals and groups around the world, and significantly expand their available information base. The Internet is a tool for life-long learning.
Families should be aware that some material accessible via the Internet may contain items that are illegal, defamatory, inaccurate, or potentially offensive to some people. In addition, it is possible to purchase certain goods and services via the Internet which could result in unwanted financial obligations for which a student’s parent or guardian would be liable.
While the District’s intent is to make Internet access available in order to further educational goals and objectives, students may find ways to access other materials as well. Even though the District has instituted technical methods and systems to regulate students’ Internet access, those methods can’t guarantee compliance with the District’s acceptable use policy. That notwithstanding, the District believes that the benefits to students of access to the Internet exceed any disadvantages. Ultimately, parents and guardians of minors are responsible for setting and conveying the standards that their children should follow when using media and information sources. Toward that end, the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District makes the District’s complete Internet policy and procedures available on request for review by all parents, guardians, and other members of the community; and provides parents and guardians the option of requesting for their minor children alternative activities not requiring Internet use.

PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Students with disabilities are entitled to receive, at public expense, special education, related services and/or supplementary aids and services as necessary to ensure a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment, appropriate to meet their individual needs.

Each student identified as having a disability will have access to the full range of programs and services of this school district, including extracurricular programs and activities, which are available to all other students enrolled in the public schools of the district.

Parents/students who desire further information on these programs and services should contact the CSE/CPSE chairperson.

ACADEMIC INTERVENTION SERVICES (AIS)

The district shall provide academic intervention services to students who have been identified as being at risk of falling below the state learning standards in English language arts, mathematics, social studies, and/or science. Such services may include additional instruction services and/or student support services such as guidance, counseling, and study skills.

A student’s eligibility for academic intervention services will be determined based on his or her performance on state assessment examinations and by teacher daily observation.

When it has been determined that a student needs academic intervention services, the parents will be notified, in writing, by the Building Principal. The notice will outline the reason the student needs such services, the type of services to be provided and the consequences of not achieving the performance standards. In addition, the district will provide the parents with opportunities to consult with teachers and other professional staff, regular reports on the student’s progress and information on ways to monitor and work with teachers to improve the student’s performance.

As students are scheduled we must take into account that some individuals need services in several areas. All efforts are made to schedule students during the regular school hours, which include period 11 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. AIS is mandatory, failure to attend will result in disciplinary action.

HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION

A student who is temporarily unable to attend school for at least two weeks due to physical, mental or emotional illness or injury may be eligible to be instructed at home or in the hospital by an appropriately certified teacher.

The parent must notify the principal or guidance counselor if a student will be on an extended school absence. If the inability to attend is due to a medical or emotional reason, the parent should obtain from the child’s physician a written medical request for homebound instruction.

Where advanced notice is not possible, the parent should make every effort to obtain homework assignments until such a time as home/hospital instruction may begin.

As soon as possible after receiving notice of a prolonged absence, the district will arrange for home instruction for the time periods prescribed by law. A parent or another adult is expected to be present during all teaching sessions. Tutoring may be delivered at home or an alternative site, depending upon the availability of an adult.

SUMMER SCHOOL

A high school student who fails a course may be eligible to attend summer school to earn credit or retake a Regents exam depending upon availability. Seniors will be given first priority, then juniors, sophomores, freshman, eight graders, and finally seventh graders. A student can take up to two academic courses during the six-week summer school program. In order for a student to attend summer school for any course, he or she must have a final average of at least 50 percent in that course. The building administrator will review, approve, and/or deny requests based upon availability and performance criteria.

HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT FOR COLLEGE COURSES

High school credit will be awarded to students who enroll in and complete approved courses offered by accredited colleges and universities, as follows:
1. A student who wishes to participate in college courses must meet specific academic, grade level and course-work requirements as set forth by the Superintendent of Schools.
2. A student must get approval from the high school principal prior to enrolling in a course he or she wishes to submit for high school credit. The course content, equivalency of instruction, and time requirements must be approved in advance by the Principal and the Superintendent. In the case of students with disabilities, the above must also be approved by the committee on special education (CSE).
3. One high school credit will be awarded for a three- or four-credit college course.
4. Students must receive a passing grade in the college course in order to receive high school credit.

GRADING SYSTEMS

Grades are used to indicate achievement and development in each class or subject area in which a student is enrolled. Grading will be based, in part, upon student improvement, achievement, and participation in classroom discussions and activities. Classroom participation, and thus student attendance, is an important factor in earning high grades. The school uses the district’s uniform grading system:

A report card will be sent home every ten weeks for parents to monitor the progress of their child, with the exception of early primary programs where a parent conference and/or a narrative report will be issued twice a year. A parent-teacher conference for Explorers - grade-6 will take place at the conclusion of the 10-week and 30-week marking periods.

Explorers through Grade 2 use a quarterly progress report outlining readiness skills, work habits, mathematics and language development. Personal development as well as attendance is also reported.

Grades 3 through 6 use a quarterly progress report for each academic area. Personal development, attendance and penmanship are also reported.

Grades 7-12 use a quarterly report card indicating numerical grades. A minimum grade of 65 is considered passing.

All parents should expect to receive a 5-week progress note describing academic performance for their child. If a student is in jeopardy of failing a special area course the instructor will submit a 5-week progress note.

A parent or teacher may arrange a personal conference at any time during the year. Both are encouraged to do so.

Parents may request weekly student progress reports from the guidance office.

A good working relationship between the home and school is very important in providing a successful school experience for our students.

A parent or guardian has the right to inspect his or her child’s records upon calling the office.

All teachers are expected to give a Final Exam, which may be written, practical or oral where applicable. Students may jeopardize entrance to a final exam unless they fulfill all course requirements.

Final grades will be computed by the following process: Add all four ten-week averages together, divide by four for the yearly average. This average will count for ¾ of the final average with the final exam counting for the other ¼ of the grade.

A student who passes a Regent Exam will pass the course if they have a minimum final average of 50.

Seniors in academic jeopardy will be monitored closely by the guidance counselor.

Classroom teachers will evaluate students and assign grades according to the established system. All students are expected to complete the assigned class work and homework as directed. Students are also expected to participate meaningfully in class discussions and activities in order to receive course credit.

Grading will not be used for disciplinary purposes, i.e., giving lower grades for bad behavior, unless the student’s misconduct is directly related to his or her academic performance (plagiarism, for example).

HOMEWORK

Homework provides excellent opportunities for developing good study habits, providing for individual differences and abilities, and encouraging self-initiative on the part of the student.

Parents and the school share the responsibility for student learning. Parents can assist their children with homework by:
• providing a study area free of distractions and with good lighting;
• asking questions about the content of student homework;
• giving requested assistance, but letting the student do his or her own work;
• avoiding undue pressure; and
• helping create a “homework habit” at the same time each night.

The Colton-Pierrepont School District believes that parental involvement in students’ homework is essential to making homework an integral part of the educational program. Parents should encourage and monitor homework assignments.

The amount of homework will vary with each course and grade level and should be age appropriate. Teachers vary in their grading and policies in regards to homework.

If a student knows that he or she will be absent for several days, it is possible for homework assignments to be sent home. Arrangements for assignments can be made through the appropriate office and should be done as early as possible to allow teachers to prepare your child’s work.

Homework Policy

GRADES 4 -6:

At the beginning of the school year teachers of students in Grades 4 -6 will create a Homework Monitoring notebook for all of their students. Homework will be monitored for each 10wk. marking period. At any time a student does not have his/her homework fully completed they will be asked to sign the Homework log. If they refuse to sign the book then a discipline form in addition to the homework issue will be addressed.

Homework Breakdown: Consequences (Within a 10 week marking period)

First missed assignment-Warning, sign notebook, student will receive recess and/or lunch detention until the assignment is adequately completed.

Second missed assignment-Sign notebook, form letter is sent home through mail, student will receive recess and/or lunch detention, and possible 11th period detention until assignment is adequately completed.

Third missed assignment- Sign notebook, form letter is sent home through mail, student will receive recess and/or lunch detention, 11th period detention, possible 3:00 – 5:00 detention, and social suspension until assignment is adequately completed. If student is unable to stay after, in school awareness will be assigned.

Fourth and beyond missed assignment(s)-Sign notebook, arrangements made with parent for a meeting with student, teacher, and administrator or in school or out of school awareness, and social suspension. A homework contract will be made at this meeting and the assignment must be adequately completed.

All students in Grades 4-6 are eligible to receive incentive rewards at the end of each marking period as long as they never have had to sign the homework log book. Even one time of signing the log book in just one class excludes the student from enjoying the reward of having 100 percent of his/her homework completed on time in each of his/her classes.

Students with a clean slate in all classes will receive a 100 percent homework reward at the end of each marking period. Rewards may include: special food treats, a movie, field trips, coupons, etc…

GRADES 7-12:

At the beginning of the school year each teacher of students in Grades 7 - 12 will review specific course requirements and homework expectations with students and send home a copy of these requirements for parent/guardian review and signature. These requirements may vary depending upon course outlines, content and state or advanced placement expectations.

Students in Grades 7 -12 will receive deadlines for homework completions. Consequences for not completing homework on time may include: additional time given, reduced credit, zeros, and/or additional consequences outlined by teachers in course requirements and homework expectations. Incomplete homework could seriously affect grades and may even lead to failure of courses.

Weekly letters will be submitted to the high school office by teachers of students in Grades 7 – 12 indicating students who are not completing homework. The high school office will compile letters and send information regarding student homework incompletes to parents/guardians.

(sample letter)

Dear Parent/Guardian:

This letter is to inform you that your child (full name) has not completed (number) assignments for the week of (date).

Teacher comments: ____________________________________________________________

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We appreciate your support from home in addressing this issue.

If you have any concerns please do not hesitate to contact me.

Teacher: _____________________________ Class: ________________________________

All students in Grades 7-12 are eligible to receive incentive rewards at the end of each marking period as long as they never have had to sign the homework log book. Even one time of signing the log book in just one class excludes the student from enjoying the reward of having 100 percent of his/her homework completed on time in each of his/her classes.

Students with a clean slate in all classes will receive a 100 percent homework reward at the end of each marking period. Rewards may include: special food treats, a movie, field trips, coupons, etc…

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Honest behavior is an expectation for all students in the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District. The purpose of this policy is to create and maintain an ethical academic atmosphere in keeping with our school’s mission. We hope to foster and encourage a desire in our students to contribute positively to our learning community and to become information literate and practice ethical behaviors in regard to information and information technology.
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The teachers in the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District understand and value the concept of intellectual property. We strive to teach students the ethics of responsibly documenting the ideas of others in all formats. To do so, we believe that we must not only teach the ethics and mechanics of documentation, but we must also hold students accountable for the ethical use of the ideas and words of others.
Therefore, all teachers will provide the instruction and scaffolding necessary for students to use research ethically, and all students are expected to exercise good faith in the submission of research-based work and to document accurately regardless of how the information is used (summary, paraphrase, and quotation) or regardless of the format used (written, oral, or visual). Plagiarism, in any form, is unethical and unacceptable.
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What is plagiarism?
Plagiarism is using someone else’s words and/or ideas and claiming them as your own.
Plagiarism includes:
• Direct copying of the work of another submitted as the student’s own (for example, from that of another student or other person, from an Internet source, from a print source)
• Lack of parenthetical in-text or in-project documentation
• Documentation that does not check out or does not match Works Cited/Works Consulted page
• Work that suddenly appears on final due date that does not include checkpoint process requirements
• Quoting, paraphrasing, or summarizing another person’s words, sentences, paragraphs, or entire work without acknowledgment of the source
• Utilizing another person’s ideas, opinions, or theory without acknowledgment of the source
• Copying another student’s written test answer
• Copying or allowing another student to copy a computer file that contains another student’s assignment, and submitting it, in part or in its entirety, as one’s own
• Working together on an independent assignment or working on an assignment where computer files and programs involved are shared, and then submitting individual copies of the assignment as one’s own individual work (for example, labs)
In order to strive for success, the school community will work together to:
• meet checkpoint deadlines
• ensure that students ask questions and seek help from teachers and librarian
• follow the guidelines set up by the teacher and use MLA format (available online and at the high school library)
• use parenthetical in-text or in-project documentation accurately and appropriately
• use Works Cited and Works Consulted pages accurately and appropriately
• submit only original work
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 Consequences of Plagiarizing and Opportunity for Learning

6th – 8th Grades:
• Teacher will re-teach skill of citation versus plagiarism to student
• Student will redo assignment
• Assignment is graded based on teacher’s “late grade” procedure
• Principal notified
• Parents contacted
9th – 10th Grades:
• Teacher will re-teach skill of citation versus plagiarism to student
• Student receives a zero or redoes assignment for a 65 (student choice)
• Principal notified
• Parents contacted
11th – 12th Grades:
• Student receives a zero for the assignment
• No opportunity for redo
• Principal notified
• Parents contacted
Repeat offenses may be subject to more serious consequences: for example, ISS, OSS, course failure, removal of or suspension from academic honors and/or leadership roles.
Each year students begin with a “clean slate”.
PROCEDURE
When a teacher has reason to believe that plagiarism has occurred, the following steps will be taken:
A. Teacher/School Action
• The teacher will investigate the matter with the student(s) involved.
• The teacher will communicate the outcome of his/her investigation to the principal and the parent.
• The principal has the discretion to apply an additional consequence for repeat offenses.
If a parent/student wishes to appeal the teacher’s consequence, the Academic Honesty Committee may be convened to review the matter.
OR
The teacher, in consultation with the principal, exercising his/her professional judgment, may refer the incident to the Academy Honesty Committee for the following reasons:
1. The student denies the charge of plagiarism.
2. Several students are involved in the infraction, and the teacher does not have the capacity to perform a comprehensive investigation.
3. Other criteria warrant a broader investigation of the charge.
The teacher will forward copies of all information and written work pertinent to the Academic Honesty Committee prior to the hearing. A written request for a hearing, specifying the scope of the investigation, will be submitted and forwarded to the head of the Academic Honesty Committee.
B. Academic Honesty Committee
• Upon receiving a referral, the Academic Honesty Committee will hold a hearing and investigate the charges of plagiarism/cheating.
• In order to assure a student’s due process rights, the counselor and parents of the student/subject of the plagiarism charge will be informed prior to the hearing.
• The student will have an opportunity to appear and may be accompanied by a parent and/or counselor before the panel to shed light on the charges.
• The panel will interview other staff or students related to the inquiry.
• The disciplinary consequences and outcome of the hearing will be delineated in writing to the student, counselor, and parents by the Chairman of the Academic Honesty Committee.
• In all cases where the committee finds that a student has plagiarized, a formal letter will be placed in the student’s file, describing the action and confirming the consequence(s).
• The due process rights of students will always be ensured.
The Academic Honesty Committee will make the final decision concerning consequences on any case brought forward. The Committee may affirm the teacher/department chairperson’s consequence or institute consequences with lesser or greater severity.

STANDING COMMITTEE ON ACADEMIC HONESTY
This committee shall be formed in the fall of every year to begin its service in September of the current school year. The committee shall consist of five members: one administrator, the librarian, and three classroom teachers (each teacher to be from a different academic department). Decisions of the committee may be appealed to the Superintendent within three school days and may be made only on the basis of new evidence. If the decision of the committee is reversed by the Superintendent or BOE, reasons for the reversal will be submitted in writing to the committee.

HONOR ROLLS

Four times each year, after report cards are issued, an honor roll will be released based upon grades received during the quarter. Students are eligible for honor roll listings if they have passed all courses and are enrolled on a full-time basis.

High honors will be given to those students with an average of 90 or above. Honors will be awarded to students with an average between 85 and 89.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Diplomas will be granted on the successful completion of the requirements of the Board of Regents, the Commissioner of Education, and the Board of Education. Students are encouraged to meet with their guidance counselors to discuss the graduation requirements as well as their current standing on an annual basis.

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADE 9 AS OF SEPTEMBER 2005
COURSES LOCAL
DIPLOMA REGENTS
DIPLOMA ADVANCED REGENTS
DIPLOMA
English 4 4 4
Social Studies 4 4 4
Mathematics 3(a) 3(a) 3(a)
Science 3(a) 3(a) 3(a)
Health/Parenting 0.5 0.5 0.5
The Arts 1 1 1
CORE CREDITS 15.5 15.5 15.5
Personal Finance 0.5 0.5 0.5
Foreign Language 1 1 1(c)
Physical Education 2 2 2
Major/Electives 3(b) 3(b) 4(b)
TOTAL CREDITS 22 22 22
EXAMS LOCAL
DIPLOMA REGENTS
DIPLOMA ADVANCED REGENTS
DIPLOMA
RE English See phase in 65 below 65% 65%
RE Math See phase in 65 below 65% 65%
RE 2d Math No No 65%
RE Global Studies See phase in 65 below 65% 65%
RE US History See phase in 65 below 65% 65%
RE Science See phase in 65 below 65% 65%
RE 2d Science No No 65%
RE Foreign Language Pass proficiency Pass proficiency 65%

(a) A two year Career and Technical Education (CTE) program may be used as a third unit of credit in science or mathematics, but not both

(b) Students taking a sequence of not less than 5 units of credit in career and technical education (CTE) or the arts may substitute another 3-unit or 5-unit sequence in place of the 3 unit in a language other than English (LOTE).

(c) To earn advanced designation, the student must complete one of the following:

1. Foreign language (3 credits) 2. CTE (5 credits) 3. The Arts (5 credits).

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS BASED ON JUNE 2005 BOARD OF REGENTS ACTION TO PHASE IN THE 65 GRADUATION STANDARD ON REQUIRED REGENTS EXAMS
Entering Freshman Class Local Diploma Requirements Regents Diploma Requirements Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation Requirements
2006 Score 65 or above on 3 required Regents exams and score 55 or above on 2 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit. Score 65 or above on 5 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit. Score 65 or above on 8 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit.
2007 Score 65 or above on 4 required Regents exams and score 55 or above on 1 required Regents exam. Earn 22 units of credit Score 65 or above on 5 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit. Score 65 or above on 8 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit.
2008 Score 65 or above on 5 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit. Score 65 or above on 8 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit.
2009 Score 65 or above on 5 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit. Score 65 or above on 8 required Regents exams. Earn 22 units of credit.
Note: The Regents Competency Test safety net for students with disabilities will continue to be available for students entering grade 9 prior to September 2010. Students using this safety net will receive a local diploma. The low-pass option of scoring between 55-64 on the required Regents exams to earn a local diploma will continue to be available for students with disabilities, without local option.

EARLY GRADUATION

The Building Principal will determine whether to allow a student the opportunity for early graduation after consulting with the student’s guidance counselor, teachers and his/her parent(s). The Principal will consider the student’s grades, performance in school, future plans, and the benefits of early graduation.

PROMOTION AND RETENTION OF STUDENTS

The Colton-Pierrepont School District will make every effort to place each student in the most appropriate learning level for a successful educational experience. The following guidelines govern promotion and retention:

Student Progression
At the elementary level, students who pass all subjects will be promoted. Students who do not make satisfactory progress in one or more basic subjects — reading, English language arts, mathematics, spelling, social studies and science — shall have their cases considered on an individual basis and may be retained.

At the middle school level (Grades 7-8), a student who fails two or more major academic subject areas will repeat the entire grade.

At the high school level (Grades 9-12), promotion from one class to the next shall be contingent upon passing all required subjects and the accumulation of the units of credit at each level.

Standards for student progress at each grade level are contained in an administrative directive available from the guidance counselor or Building Principal. All final decisions on promotion or retention rest with the building principal.

Students must meet minimum requirements for promotion as of the first day of school in September. No student will be promoted during the school year even though promotion requirements are fulfilled during the school year. Students who have repeated a grade level may be promoted two grade levels if they meet credit requirements. (ex: a student who has repeated Grade 10 would be promoted to Grade 12 if s/he has earned 15 credits by September of his/her fourth year of high school). Students planning to be graduated at the end of three years of high school would be classified as juniors.
FORUM
We as a faculty recognized the need for students in Kindergarten through sixth grade (and Explorers starting in January each year) to come together and celebrate our successes and accomplishments.

We assemble once a month at 8:10 a.m. in the auditorium. This includes every student in Kindergarten through sixth grade, all teachers, staff, and the principal. We start Forum with the Pledge of Allegiance and usually sing America or the Alma Mater.

Teachers take this opportunity to recognize students in their class for many things such as: Citizenship. Academic Excellence, Good Sportsmanship, Attendance, Behavior, Classroom Help, Academic Effort, Academic Improvement, Participation in Special Programs

We also take this opportunity to share information, do class presentations, sing songs, and learn new things. Parents and community members are invited to join us. Check with the Elementary Office for the schedule of Forum dates.
TRIPLE “A” STUDENT AWARD
Teachers in Grades Kindergarten - 6, (and Explorers starting in January each year) including special area teachers, monthly recognize student success through the Triple “A” Student Award. Students selected for the award have their photograph posted for one month and a letter is sent home notifying parents of their child’s accomplishment. Teachers select students for this recognition using the criteria listed below:

Academics:
1. I will do the best work I can do.
2. I will be prepared and have my work done on time.
3. I will develop and use good study habits.
Actions:
1. I will be considerate and courteous.
2. I will learn to communicate by listening and speaking properly.
3. I will take good care of my body.
 Attitudes:
1. I will respect myself and others.
2. I will take pride in my accomplishments and strive to do better.
3. I will encourage others and be compassionate.

COLTON-PIERREPONT CODE OF CONDUCT
Introduction
The primary objective of requiring appropriate student behavior and self discipline is to produce a positive and safe learning atmosphere in which there will be no interruption of the teaching-learning environment. All students will assume personal responsibility and consequence of any inappropriate behavior. The accomplishment of this objective requires a cooperative effort from students, staff and parents.

Any action by an individual or group that violates, interferes, or delays in the rights, values, safety, and learning process is in clear violation of Board policy. The Board will also seek restitution or prosecution of any or all persons who damage school property or harm others.

It is our hope that all students will take a responsible role in actively preventing these violations of destruction and harm of others. Students are expected to report all situations that violate the rights and property of others. It is the responsibility of all students to protect school and individual property and prevent destruction or harm to other individuals.

The Board of Education is committed to maintaining a school, which provides students and staff with productive, satisfying, and wholesome learning environments. Essentially, this means that relationships are such that students can learn and teachers can teach.

The Board is also committed to protecting First Amendment freedoms within the school system; however, lawlessness in any form will not be tolerated. The district will not permit students to engage in any conduct intended to destroy personal or school property, disrupt or interfere with teaching, research, service, administrative or disciplinary functions, or any district-sponsored or approved activity.

All policies regarding student conduct and discipline shall be uniformly enforced and distributed to the students, parents and staff of the district. Changes in or updates of policies will be provided as they occur.

A. Standards of Conduct
Good student behavior is extremely important in creating the kind of educational environment in which students will be able to realize their greatest opportunities for growth. Good discipline habits assume consideration for the rights of others, cooperation with everyone in the school community, respect for others and the property of others, self respect for one’s own individual worth, and pride in one’s own achievements. Good student conduct provides for a safe and orderly environment where students can grow to their full academic and social potentials. These environments include: “school property” (on or within the building structure, playground, playing fields, parking lot or land contained within the district’s property) and school functions. (any sponsored curricular or extracurricular event or activity on or off school property).
I. Courtesy/Respect for Everyone: Well-behaved students treat everyone as they themselves wish to be treated.
• Harassing or purposeful embarrassing other student or adults will not be tolerated.
• Threats or intimidation are not allowed.
• Foul language, obscene gestures, racial or other discriminatory epithets based on sex, disability, status, age, hate speech, ethnic, religious slurs and disrespectful language or actions are not permitted.
• Loud or disruptive noise is unacceptable.
• Sexually suggestive, indecent, or provocative language is not appropriate.
• Arguing with student, faculty or staff members is not acceptable.
• Lying to faculty and/or staff members is a violation.
• Breaking of any rule regarding courtesy and respect established between teacher and students in individual classrooms may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
II. Concern for the Safety of Everyone: Well-behaved students act maturely so that they and no one else are put into danger.
• Keep hands, feet and objects to self.
• Objects of any kind will not be thrown within the classroom, halls or cafeteria, unless instructed otherwise by faculty.
• Any object used with malicious intent will be considered a weapon.
• Dangerous objects such as weapons, fireworks, chains or lighters, etc., are not permitted.
• Leaving school property without permission is a violation.
• Possessing or using drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, or chewing tobacco is not allowed.
• Walk in the halls and classroom.
• Breaking any rules regarding safety established between teachers and students is a violation, which may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
III. Respect for Personal Property: Well-behaved students treat everyone’s personal belongings in the same manner that they want their things treated.
• Destruction of property is a clear violation whether it is intended or not.
• Stealing or possession of stolen goods is not tolerated.
• Any form of arson will result in consequences.
• Breaking of any rule regarding respect for personal property established between teachers and students in individual classroom may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
• Restitution will be required for damaged materials i.e. books, desks, window, etc.
IV. Respect for the Right to Learn and Teach Without Disruption: Well-behaved students will act in such a manner that their behavior is not disruptive and will display good conduct qualities.
• Walkman, boom boxes, video games, or other such equipment may not be used during the school day unless authorized by a teacher or administrator.
• Students will raise their hands while in class.
• Students will not needlessly interrupt while a teacher is instructing.
• Students will use an appropriate “indoor” voice when speaking.
• Sales of candy and other fundraiser events will be done only after school hours.
• Beepers, cell phones, camera phones or text phones are not allowed to be used or displayed during the school day.
• Gambling, wagering, trading and selling of personal items are not allowed.
• Toys that are distracting to others will not be in the classroom.
• Violation of any such rule regarding respect for the right to learn and teach without disruption established between teachers and students in individual classrooms may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
V. Responsibility for Being in the Right Place at the Right Time: A well-behaved student attends school and classes punctually.
• Skipping and/or truancy will be dealt with in the appropriate office.
• Lateness will be monitored and punished as deemed appropriate.
• Failing to attend appointments, detentions, or class will be considered a cut and will result in a consequence.
• Remain in school until dismissed.
• If a student misses school they are responsible for making up all missed work and completing an Absence Verification Form to be turned into the nurse.
• Violation of any rule regarding the responsibility for being in the right place at the right time established between teachers and students in individual classroom may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
• See Student Attendance Regulation 5100 under School Attendance and Tardiness in the handbook.
VI. Appropriate Grooming and Appearance: A well-behaved student has healthy and positive grooming habits, appears neat, clean and appropriate for school.
• Students should appear alert, bathed, and in clean clothes.
• Students should be clean and free of body odors.
• Students should be aware of safety while working with machinery in relation to large and/or baggy clothing.
• Breaking of any rule regarding appropriate grooming and appearance established between teachers and students in individual classroom will not be tolerated and may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
VII. Student Dress Code: Responsible students dress in a fashion that is safe, meets health standards and does not interfere with the learning process of others.
• Hats are not permitted in the building after check-in. Devices manufactured for hair control are acceptable, not to exceed one-inch (2”) in width. Any form of attire that could cause harm towards self and/or others (i.e., dog collars, chains on wallets, chain links around neck) are not acceptable.
• Appropriate seasonal attire is recommended.
• Gang-related attire and/or jewelry is not acceptable.
• Clothing, jewelry and/or body bearing, vulgar, profane, provocative, drug, tobacco, and/or alcohol-related messages are not acceptable.
• Sexually revealing clothing, including exposed under garments, halter tops, spaghetti straps, plunging necklines, see-through garments, revealing of navel, cleavage and buttocks is not acceptable. Torso should be fully covered, front and back. Students should bring additional clothing to school as a precaution should their clothing be in question. Shorts, skirts, dresses, etc., should have a length equal to or longer than the finger tips when arms are at the side.
• During cold weather, wear mittens; a hat; a heavy, outer jacket; and boots due to the possibility of a bus breakdown.
• The Superintendent of Schools and other administrators, and designated personnel shall have the authority to require a student to change his/her attire should it be deemed inappropriate according to the above guidelines. A staff and student appeals committee will be formed to address individual garment issues.
VIII. Appropriate Response to the Reasonable Direction of Staff Members: A well-behaved student follows directions of the adult members of the school community.
• Insubordination will be dealt with by an administrator.
• Back talk or rude comments will not be tolerated.
• The use of foul language is not permissible.
• A violation of any rule established between teachers and students in individual classrooms may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
IX. Classroom Activity Responsibilities: A well-behaved student assumes the role as if this was their job. Students will:
• Use class and study time for learning.
• Complete assigned work daily.
• Be prepared for class with pen, pencil, paper, books and other necessary tools.
• Respect the rights of other students in the class.
• Participate in class discussions and activities.
• Respect the authority of the teacher.
• Follow classroom procedures as determined by the teacher.
• Use textbooks and other class materials with care.
• Be quiet during testing and after you’ve finished testing.
• Work cooperatively in groups.
• Adhere to deadlines and due dates.
• Return all borrowed materials.
• Breaking of any rule regarding student responsibilities may result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
X. Cafeteria Responsibilities: A well-behaved student reports to the cafeteria to eat in a
  respectful means.
• Wait in line appropriately.
• Speak respectfully to the adults serving food and monitoring the area.
• Eat only your meal.
• Clean up area appropriately and return tray.
• Speak in a low tone.
• Remain seated.
• Respect and follow the designated times allotted.
• Report to designated table.
• Remain in the cafeteria during lunch.
• All food and drink is to be consumed in the cafeteria area only.
• Keep hands, feet, and objects to self.
• Any violation to these rules could result in the use of the Student Management Plan.
B. Colton-Pierrepont Student Management Plan (At a Glance)
If a student chooses to demonstrate irresponsible behavior, he/she must, also accept the consequences of his/her action. Generally, the consequences will be dependent on the nature of the student’s present conduct and past conduct. The Student Management Plan uses a variety of consequences, which include a behavior or discipline log and:
1. a verbal warning, time out;
2. office detention, class detention;
3. lunch detention, recess detention
4. 11th period detention, 3:00-5:00 detention;
5. in-school awareness;
6. out-of-school awareness;
7. suspension from social activities/sporting events;
8. removal from bus;
9. superintendent’s hearing;
10. expulsion for more than 10 days and up to 180 consecutive school days
11. referral to outside agency (ie: law enforcement, probation, etc…)
12. other

SCHOOL WIDE RULES
1. We will respect the safety, rights, health, and property of others and ourselves.
2. We will respect the rules for specific areas (including, but not limited to classrooms, cafeteria, library, gym, playground, office, athletic fields, and bus).
3. We will take responsibility for completing our educational and work assignments.
COLTON-PIERREPONT CENTRAL SCHOOL
DISCIPLINE REFERRAL

Dear Parent/Guardian: Date: _________________________

Your son/daughter was referred to my office regarding the enclosed discipline referral.

I spoke to your son/daughter regarding the incident and ways to correct this behavior. I also issued the consequences outlined in the referral. Generally, the consequences will be dependent on the nature of the student’s present conduct and past conduct.
I appreciate your support regarding this issue. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Student Name: _______________________________________________________________________________
Referring Staff Signature: ______________________________________________________________________
Student Specifically: __________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
____ Student may return to class

ADMINISTRATIVE SECTION

Consequence Earned: Parent/Guardian Contacted: ____________________

____ Warning /time out _______________ ____ Social Suspension ___________________________

____ Lunch/recess detention ____________ ____ In School Awareness __________________________

____ Office detention _________________ ____ Out of School Awareness_______________________

____ 11th period detention _____________ ____ Referral to Superintendent ______________________

____ 3:00 – 5:00 detention ____________ ____ Referral to Outside Agency_____________________

____ Conference _____________________ ____ Other ______________________________________

Note: a discipline referral may result in a loss of extracurricular privileges i.e.: game, practice session, party, rehearsal, school dance, or other school affair

Administrators Signature: ________________________________________ Date: ________________________

C. Teacher’s Removal of Disruptive Students
A teacher may remove a “disruptive” student from the classroom when they are seriously impeding the educational process of others or interfering with the teacher’s ability to teach. (Obviously, less drastic means such as warnings, planned ignoring, time-out, removal to hallway and the like should be tried first.)

The teacher must complete a discipline referral as soon as possible and meet with the Principal or designee no later than the end of the school day. The discipline referral should state “disruptive student, removal by teacher” with other supporting details.

During the day of removal, the student will receive continued educational programming and will be made aware of all assignments necessary.

Once the teacher and administrator meet, the student is spoken to, a determination will be made as to the course of action taken. The school will directly contact the parent/guardian by telephone and follow-up with a written statement as well. A copy of the referral or letter will be placed in the students discipline file and a copy will be mailed home.

D. Prohibited Conduct and Disciplinary Measures
1. Possession or Use of Illegal Substances:
 The possession, use, manufacture, sale and distribution of alcohol or other drugs, or being under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, on school property or at school functions, is prohibited. The possession of drug paraphernalia, and/or alcoholic beverages on school property or at school functions is also prohibited. However, the authorized and appropriate use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs shall be permitted, provided that the school nurse must administer all drugs prescribed for a student by a physician or other health care provider.

Any staff member observing the possession, use, manufacture, sale and/or distribution of alcohol and/or other banned substances by students on school grounds, or at school functions, shall report the incident immediately to the supervisor in charge. The appropriate administrator shall then take immediate action. Any alcohol and/or other banned substances found shall be confiscated immediately, followed by notification of the person in parental relation to the student(s) involved, medical attention, if necessary, and the appropriate disciplinary action taken, up to and including permanent suspension and referral for prosecution.

In its effort to maintain an environment free of alcohol and/or other banned substances, the District shall cooperate to the fullest extent possible with local, state and/or federal law enforcement agencies.

2. Possession or Use of Weapons
 The following acts shall be prohibited: (1) possession, while on school property, of a firearm or gun, knife, explosive or incendiary bomb, or other dangerous instrument capable of causing physical injury or death; (2) the display, while on school property, of what appears to be a firearm or gun, knife, explosive or incendiary bomb or other dangerous instrument capable of causing death or physical injury.

3. Use of Physical Force
 The following acts shall be prohibited: any assault; any fighting; any act of violence upon a teacher, administrator or other school employee; and any act of violence upon another student or any other person lawfully upon school property.

4. Vandalism
 A student shall be subject to disciplinary action for knowingly and intentionally defacing, damaging or destroying the personal property of a teacher, administrator, other school district employee, or any person lawfully upon school district property, and knowingly and intentionally defacing, damaging or destroying any school district property.

5. Violation of Another Student’s Civil Rights / Harassment and Threats
 The District prohibits all forms of discriminatory acts on the basis of sexual/homosexual, racial, age, religion and disability. Any such verbal harassment will lead to a disciplinary measure. Students who commit such an offense will be brought before the Sexual Harassment Committee and action will be taken.

Any student who makes any sort of physical threat, while on school property, to use any instrument that appears capable of causing physical injury or death, is deemed to be a “violent pupil,” and must be referred to an administrator for further investigation. Upon sorting through the details, an appropriate consequence will be carried out.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY

The Board of Education affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination and recognizes its responsibility to provide for all District students an environment that is free of sexual harassment and intimidation. Sexual harassment is a violation of law and stands in direct opposition to District policy. Therefore, the Board prohibits and condemns all forms of sexual harassment by employees, school volunteers, students, and non-employees such as contractors and vendors which occur on school grounds and at all school-sponsored events, programs and activities including those that take place at locations off school premises., Generally, sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct or communication of a sexual nature when:
a) Submission to or rejection of such sexually harassing conduct and/or communication by a student affects decisions regarding any aspect of the student’s education, including participation in school-sponsored activities;
b) Conditions exist within the school environment that allow or foster obscene pictures, lewd jokes, sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or other harassing activities of a sexual nature; and
c) Such conduct and/or communication has the purpose or effect of substantially or unreasonably interfering with a student’s academic performance or participation in an educational or extracurricular activity, or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive learning environment; and/or effectively bars the student’s access to an educational opportunity or benefit.

E. Procedures for imposing Detention, Suspension, and Removal from the classroom
1. Procedures for Suspension of Students
Guidelines have been established in accordance with Education Law § 3214 and other applicable federal, state, and local laws for issuing detention. Teachers may assign after-school detention for a violation. The teacher will monitor the time and may assign appropriate school work to be completed by the student. Students who do not attend the detention will be subject to further disciplinary action.

2. Procedures for Suspension of Students
Short-term Suspensions: When school officials determine that a student’s conduct warrants suspension from school for a period of five days or less, they will immediately notify the student’s parent/guardian of the suspension. Written notice shall be provided within 24 hours of the decision to suspend to the last known address or addresses of the parent/guardians; telephonic notification will also be provided when possible. The written notice will include a description of the incident(s) causing the suspension. The notice will also advise the parent/guardian of their right to request an immediate informal conference with the principal and the right to question witnesses as provided for in New York Education Law.

The notice and opportunity for an informal conference shall be given prior to the suspension of the student, unless the student’s presence in the school poses a continuing danger to persons or property, or an ongoing threat of disruption to the academic process, in which case the notice and opportunity for an informal conference shall take place as soon after the suspension as is reasonably practicable.

Long-term Suspensions: When suspension of the student from attendance for a period in excess of five days is proposed, school officials shall follow the formal hearing procedures set forth in Section 3214 of the Education law. The superintendent or his/her designee shall immediately notify the parents or the persons in parental relation, in writing, that the student may be suspended from school, and shall provide the reasons therefore, giving dates and other descriptive details for the incidents in question. The superintendent shall either personally hear and determine the proceeding, or may, at his/her discretion make a written designation of a hearing officer to do so. A record of the hearing shall be maintained by tape recording the proceedings. If a hearing officer is used, he/she shall make written findings of fact and recommendations as to the appropriate measure of discipline, which shall be advisory. The superintendent shall make a final determination of the student’s guilt or innocence of the charges, including findings of fact and imposition of an appropriate sanction.

Appeal to the Board of Education: The person in parental relation may appeal the decision of the superintendent to the Board of Education. Any appeal to the Board must be in writing and must be submitted to the District Clerk within ten (10) business days after the date of the superintendent’s decision. The Board’s decision on the appeal shall be based solely upon the record of the hearing.

Alternative Instruction: For a student who is of school age that is removed from class for more than one period, steps will be taken to provide the student with instruction elsewhere.

F. Reporting of Violations to School Administrators
All school employees are required to report violations of the Code of Conduct to an administrator in a timely fashion. Such reports shall be made in writing giving all of the supporting details of the situation. The Principal shall have discretion to determine the appropriate level of response to any such report, including the filing of a criminal report, except where otherwise specified in this Code of Conduct.

G. Notice to Local Law Enforcement Agencies
School administrators shall have discretion to determine the appropriate level of response to any other report of criminal wrongdoing, including the filing of a criminal report, except where otherwise specified in this Code of Conduct. School administrators will report any evidence of child abuse to the appropriate authorities.

H. Procedures for Filing Criminal, Juvenile Delinquency and PINS Proceedings
School administrators may file a Person in Need of Supervision (PINS) petition in Family Court on any student who is under the age of 18 who demonstrates that he or she requires supervision and treatment. Specific examples include:
1. Students who have been habitually truant or tardy ;
2. Students who are incorrigible, ungovernable or habitually disobedient and beyond the lawful control of parental or other lawful authority;
3. Students who are suspected to have committed a crime on school property or at a school function;

I. Procedures for Referral to Human Service Agencies Child Abuse and Maltreatment: The District is obligated under Education Law § 3209, to report all cases of child abuse and maltreatment, pursuant to Title Six, Article Six, of the Social Services Law, and Article 10 of the Family Court Act

J. In-service Education
All school employees shall be provided with in-service education regarding the terms and procedures set forth in this Code of Conduct, as well as annual school safety training for violence prevention and intervention training.

K. Corporal Punishment
Corporal punishment of students shall not be used by any Colton-Pierrepont Central School employees. Corporal punishment includes the striking of a student in any manner but does not include reasonable physical force for the following purposes:
1. Protection of oneself and others from physical injury
2. Protection of property
3. Restraint or removal of disorderly students who have refused to refrain from disruption

Use of reasonable physical force for such purposes would not be considered corporal punishment as long as alternative procedures and methods not involving physical force have been tried and prove unusable.

L. Playground Rules

Students must stay within the sight of their teacher at all times. For safety’s sake all rules should be observed after school hours as well.

Playground rules:
-Take turns
-Keep hands and feet to oneself
-Be respectful of others

M. School Bus Conduct

Role of the Bus Driver
The bus driver is responsible for making the bus safe, orderly, and clean for daily transportation. He or she must enforce the rules and regulations obtained in the policy. Any student who breaks the rules will receive a “bus incident report.”

The driver will give adequate warnings that behavior is unacceptable before writing a discipline referral to the building administrator. However, if the misbehavior is serious, such as fighting, the referral will be done immediately. Also, the driver has the authority to pull the bus over, to wait until order is restored, and/or turn the bus around so that the students will be returned to school for an administrator to deal with a seriously disorderly situation. The bus driver can also require assigned seating and seat belt use.

If a referral is made, the building administrator will handle the problem as soon as possible. The consequences for misbehavior range from a reprimand to removing the student from the bus with parents providing transportation.

Bus Notes
Bus students in both elementary and high school must bring written permission signed and dated by a parent or guardian, to ride another bus or we will require that they ride their regular bus home. All bussing changes and/or notes must be turned in to the elementary or high school offices before 9:00 a.m.

While riding
1. Upon boarding, go directly to your assigned seat and stay there until it is time to exit the bus.
2. Respect the bus driver and follow his/her instructions.
3. No food or drink while on the bus.
4. Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
5. Keep your hands, objects, and head inside the bus.
6. Do not destroy or damage any part of the bus.
7. No excessive noise, yelling, or screaming while on the bus.
8. Do not distract the bus driver.
9. Do not open the windows without permission.
10. Keep the bus clean.
11. No standing, kneeling, or crouching.
12. No tobacco products or illegal substances.
13. Any object that does not fit in a book bag must be cleared for transport by the transportation supervisor.
14. No pets or live animals are permitted on the bus.

Upon entering and exiting
1. Be on time.
2. Wait carefully off the roadway.
3. Board bus after the driver has given you the “thumbs-up” signal; do so one at a time without pushing or shoving.
4. Report directly to your seat.
5. Exit in a single file pattern, waiting for the bus driver to approve your leaving.
6. Report to your designated destination immediately (i.e., school property or caregiver’s property, change in transportation.)

• It is the discretion of the driver and appropriate staff to set and establish the guidelines for bus conduct while on extended runs outside of the regular school hours.

STUDENT SEARCHES AND INTERROGATIONS

School lockers, desks, and other such equipment are not the private property of students but the property of the school district, and as such may be opened and subject to inspection from time to time by school officials.

Under special circumstances, school officials may search students, particularly if there is reasonable suspicion that a student possesses illegal matter, for example, a dangerous weapon or illegal drugs. Students must be aware that such items are forbidden both on school property and at school-related activities.
STUDENT USE OF RADIOS, BEEPERS, CELLULAR PHONES

Radios, headsets, beepers, CD players, cellular phones, electronic games, etc., are disruptions to the learning process. Any use or display of these items is prohibited in school. Special use of such equipment will be granted by administration only upon the request of faculty and/or staff.

TELEPHONE USE

Telephones located in the offices and classrooms are available for emergency purposes only. Athletic team players should make the necessary arrangements for transportation. Coaches will direct students to the appropriate area in case a telephone is required. Payphone use is available in the gymnasium lobby.

USE OF PERSONAL TRANSPORTATION DEVICES ON SCHOOL PROPERTY

Students may ride self-propelled units to school and are mandated to wear helmets. As soon as students arrive at school, they should park and lock their units in the appropriate area. The school is not responsible for stolen or damaged equipment.

Skateboards, roller skates, sneaker skates and rollerblades are not allowed to be ridden in the school building, driveway, sidewalk, or parking lot during school hours including dismissal. Violations will result in loss of privileges and/or disciplinary action.

Snow machines, ATVs and other motorized recreational vehicles are not allowed to be driven on school property. Violators will be reported to the proper authorities.

STUDENT DROP OFF POINT

All parents transporting students to school will drop them off in the north parking lot at the designated drop off point.

STUDENT AUTOMOBILE USE

Driving is a privilege. Due to the building project, student parking is limited. Misuse of driving privileges may lead to revocation of the parking permit.

Students who wish to park on school grounds must follow these procedures:

1. Report to the High School Office and request a “Parking Application.”
2. Complete and return the application with parent consent and attach a copy of their driver’s license.
3. Since campus parking space is at a premium, no student is guaranteed parking privileges.
 * Student parking will be located in the north parking lot adjacent to the new gymnasium.

GUIDANCE PROGRAMS

Guidance programs are available for all students K-12 to ensure effective participation in their current and future educational programs.

The guidance program provides the following services:

1. An annual review of each student’s educational progress and career plans.
2. Instruction to help students learn about curriculum options and careers.
3. Individual and/or group counseling assistance to help students develop and implement postsecondary education and career plans.
4. Individual or group counseling assistance to help students who exhibit any attendance, academic, behavioral or adjustment problems.

CAREER CENTER

Colton-Pierrepont’s career center provides students with a wealth of materials for career exploration and planning. The career center is located in the guidance office and includes information on a wide array of career fields, two- and four-year colleges/universities, vocational/technical schools, and financial aid /scholarships.

EMPLOYMENT OF STUDENTS

Students under 18 who are interested in working papers may pick up applications in the High School Office. The Guidance Office can sometimes offer assistance in finding summer employment, since guidance counselors often keep in touch with community employers.

Despite the attraction of having a part-time job after school hours, students should give careful thought to the amount of time and energy such a job can demand. Students should remember that school responsibilities always take precedence over such jobs.

Students employed outside the school building may request, in writing, leave time to attend work. By doing so, students may not miss any scheduled courses other than study hall and must remain in good academic standing.

STUDENT VOLUNTEERS FOR SCHOOL AND PUBLIC SERVICE

Volunteer services offer students opportunities to earn high school credit and may provide valuable work experience. Students may volunteer to tutor, work in public agencies, or assist in classes. Students should ask their guidance counselor for more information.

Student Awards and Scholarships

Each year a number of students receive formal recognition for excellence in academic service and athletic activities. Outstanding achievement is recognized by honors conferred during the spring of the school year.

All students regardless of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation or disability shall be eligible for all awards and scholarships given or disseminated by the Colton-Pierrepont School District.

Eligible candidates for academic or other achievement awards will be selected on the basis of academic achievement, school citizenship, and/or co-curricular performance, as applicable to the type of award being given. Recipients of academic awards will be selected by the scholarship committee from a list of eligible candidates prepared in consultation with appropriate school staff.

Scholarships to high school graduates will be awarded on the basis of the student’s academic achievement, his or her potential for success at an institution of higher learning, financial need, and the student’s inability to pursue higher education without the scholarship.

The list of awards currently presented by the school can be found in the Guidance Office.

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Whiz Quiz Class Advisors Elementary Art Club

Elementary Drama Club Foreign Language Club High School Drama/Musical

Model United Nations National Honor Society Student Council

Teen AIDS Task Force Yearbook Green Team

Kids Café’ Newspaper Club Recreation Club

Robotics Ski Club Stamp Club

Odyssey Cheerleading Speaking Team

Twirling Recreation Club Elementary Basketball

WHIZ QUIZ

This is an academic trivia activity where participants are quizzed on their general educational knowledge. All interested participants may sign up. Members form a team for competition with other school teams. The building of the team is done by an elimination process of knowledge. All members have opportunities to participate in informal sessions while the more skilled individuals will represent the school at a competition.

CLASS ADVISORS

One or more class advisors may be assigned as approved by the Board of Education for each class in Grades 7 – 12. Class advisors will meet with their students on a regular basis and hold an election of officers and be assigned one school dance and one fund raising activity per year. Along with the class officers the advisor will oversee and verify the record keeping of the class fund balance.
ELEMENTARY ART CLUB

The elementary art club is open to all students in Grades 4, 5, and 6. The club meets eleventh period for ten weeks, providing the students an opportunity to work on and further explore various art media: ceramics, painting, drawing, crafts, print making and sculpture.

ELEMENTARY DRAMA CLUB

The elementary drama club is open to all fifth and sixth grade students who are interested in preparing and presenting a full-length stage production. The club is academic in nature, as well as extracurricular, with a strong emphasis on public speaking skills. The plays often include music and dance numbers. A dress rehearsal for the elementary student body and a public evening performance are the culminating events.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLUB

Students may join upon beginning French or Spanish I. The club partakes in a variety of trips and events that are grade/course specific. Some members may participate in teaching elementary students basic foreign language skills.

HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA/MUSICAL CLUB

Members put on a production each year, which often includes music and dance. All interested participants will need to meet on a regular basis after school to prepare for the production. An evening performance is scheduled to share the hard work and talents of all.

MODEL UNITED NATIONS

The Colton Pierrepont Model United Nations Club is an educational and entertaining experience for any student who is interested in debate, global politics, and international affairs. Perhaps most importantly it enables all of us to get a better understanding of varying perspectives throughout the world. As a club we meet once for a workshop and attend as many as six conferences throughout the North Country of the Model UN simulation in which students take on the role of UN delegates from various nations. At these conferences the delegates debate one another over current global issues until resolution and compromises are ultimately made.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. NHS honors those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1921.

STUDENT COUNCIL
The student council is a civic organization which serves the students at Colton-Pierrepont. Student leaders representing Grades 7 – 12 meet to promote citizenship within the school and community. Several student activities and functions provide all students at the school with opportunities to have a voice and become involved in the government of the school.
TEEN AIDS TASK FORCE

The Teen AIDS Task Force program (TATF) is a student-driven, peer education initiative that equips students with the information and skills needed to understand and prevent HIV/AIDS while promoting holistic youth development and sexual health. The program’s success is based on the collaborative relationship that ACR has established with school administrators and faculty, who promote the program as a supplement to the existing HIV/AIDS health education curriculum.

YEARBOOK

High school students interested in the full preparation of the “Coltonian” may sign up in early fall. The club consists of a wide variety of functions in order to produce the end product. Yearbook may be purchased Explorers – Grade 12 as all grades appear in the book.

GREEN TEAM

Project Green Team has many great activities for students wishing to have fun while making a difference by helping to improve our environment. Activities include field trips, participation in the Sustainable Energy Fair, projects, crafts, exploring the natural world, and other activities that come up spontaneously.

KIDS CAFÉ

Students learn how to read recipes to make and create healthy and delicious snacks and treats. There are minimal fees associated for purchasing ingredients to prepare recipes associated with this activity.

NEWSPAPER CLUB

Do you like photography? Creative writing? Interviewing interesting people? Computer layout? If so, the CPCS Newspaper Club is the place for you! Open to all students in Grades 5-12, the focus of the club will be on writing creative stories about school and community issues. We will meet as a group to brainstorm ideas and choose assignments for each edition of the newspaper. Reporters and photographers will do their work independently, bringing it back to the group for editing and publishing.

ROBITICS

Students learn how to build a mechanical robot to complete tasks. Lego Robotics for grades 5 & 6 and Vex Robotics for grades 7 – 9 compete with other schools in competition.

SKI CLUB

Students travel to local ski resorts in the Adirondack Mountains to practice and build skill in the sport of skiing. There are minimal fees for lift tickets associated with this club’s activities.

STAMP CLUB

Learn the hobby of stamp collecting and trading of United States Postage Stamps and stamps from around the world. There are minimal fees for purchasing stamps and a stamp album for collecting and displaying stamps associated with this club.

SPEAKING TEAM

Speaking Team is a year-long extracurricular activity where students compete in either speech or debate categories. For example, students can prepare a short piece of literature to read dramatically, either alone or with a partner. Or, students can participate in debates regarding current world events. The competitions take place around the North Country with hundreds of other students and judges for each category. The tournaments are typically once a month on Saturdays, with practice throughout the week. The year culminates with a state tournament and a national competition, for those who qualify.

ODYSSEY

Students form teams and prepare creative solutions to proposed problems from the Odyssey of the Mind Competition, Inc. Teams compete in regional competition for honors and may earn the chance to advance to state and national/international competitions.

CHEERLEADING

Students learn spirited cheers, routines and formations leading fans to support varsity basketball in conjunction with Section X rules and regulations.

TWIRLING

Students learn the art of baton twirling. The group will choreograph routines for a performance.

RECREATION CLUB

Elementary students in Grades 3 – 6 will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of games and activities. This program meets period eleven and would run for ten weeks.

ELEMENTARY BASKETBALL

Boys and girls in Grades 3 – 6 learn skills and practice to gain experience in the game of basketball. This program would include approximately ten games with other schools in the area.

Co-curricular Activities

The Colton-Pierrepont Central School District offers a variety of co-curricular activities for students. Participation in such activities provides students with experience in building social relationships, developing interests in an academic area, and gaining an understanding of the responsibilities of good citizenship.

Members of school-sponsored organizations and clubs are representatives of the school district. Colton-Pierrepont Central School students who participate in extracurricular activities are expected to conform to standards that meet or exceed those in the school district code of conduct.

It is recognized that fund raising is the major source of money for student organizations. Each organization will have a designated fund raising time. It is up to each advisor to schedule a meeting to organize and facilitate this sale.

No sale of food will be allowed in the building on school days before 3:00 p.m. and students should not sell items beyond the school community.

DISTRIBUTION OF LITERATURE ON SCHOOL GROUNDS

Students may distribute literature on school grounds and in school buildings. However, school authorities may regulate the time, manner, place and duration for such distribution. In addition, school authorities may regulate the content of literature to be distributed on school grounds to the extent necessary to avoid material and substantial interference with normal school procedures.

No literature may be distributed on school grounds unless a copy is distributed in advance to the Building Principal and Superintendent.

STUDENT WEB PAGES

School-sponsored web pages and web pages created as part of the educational program may be regulated for content similar to the standards that apply to other student publications. Student web pages created for non-school purposes may be regulated by school authorities as to the time, manner, place and duration for distribution. In addition, school authorities may regulate the content of literature to be distributed on school grounds to the extent necessary to avoid material and substantial interference with normal school procedures.

STUDENT FUND RAISING

It is recognized that fund raising is the major source of money for student organizations. Each class will have a designated fund raising time. It is up to each advisor to schedule a meeting to organize and facilitate this sale.

No sale of food will be allowed in the building on school days before 3:00 p.m. and students should not sell items beyond the school community.

STUDENT FIELD TRIPS

Colton-Pierrepont Central School believes field trips are an important part of the educational program. By providing students with hands on experience and exposure to the larger community, field trips can greatly enhance a student’s educational experiences.

A signed permission slip and any other pertinent forms from the parent or guardian are required for each child for each field trip. A child who does not provide the signed paperwork will be prohibited from participating and will be given an alternative assignment on the day of the field trip.

The classroom teacher will provide parents with specific instructions for lunch, appropriate dress, and arrival and departure times. If the weather is bad on the day of a scheduled field trip, parents should contact the main office to inquire on the status of the trip.

All students are expected to exhibit proper behavior on field trips. While field trips take place outside of school, school rules still apply. Students are expected to abide by the school’s student code of conduct while on a field trip. In addition, students who are unable to maintain appropriate behavior in the classroom may jeopardize their opportunity to go on a field trip. Parents will be notified prior to the trip if there are concerns about their child’s behavior.

In light of current events, the overall safety of the proposed trip location and of travel conditions will be a key factor in granting approval for field trips. Should conditions change during the time between the approval of a trip and the actual date of departure, it may become necessary to cancel the trip and deposited monies may be forfeited.

PARENT CHAPERONES

Parents are invited and encouraged to chaperone selected school field trips. Any parent interested in chaperoning a field trip should contact their child’s teacher. It is up to the discretion of the administrator to limit the number of chaperones as needed. Duties for a chaperone will be designated by the staff at hand.

SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS

The Board of Education recognizes the need to develop a school volunteer program to support District instructional programs and extracurricular activities. The purpose of the volunteer program will be to:
i. Assist employees in providing more individualization and enrichment of instruction;
ii. Build an understanding of school programs among interested citizens, thus stimulating widespread involvement in a total educational process;
iii. Strengthen school/community relations through positive participation.
Volunteers are persons who are willing to donate their time and energies to assist principals, teachers, and other school personnel in implementing various phases of school programs. Volunteers shall serve in that capacity without compensation or employee benefits except for liability protection under the District’s insurance program.

An application shall be filled out by each prospective volunteer and forwarded to the District Office for evaluation. The building principal will forward his/her decisions concerning selection, placement and replacement of volunteers to the Superintendent for final evaluation. Following approval from the Superintendent of School, volunteers selected for work in the District shall be placed on the list of approved volunteers. However, the Superintendent retains the right to approve or reject any volunteer applications submitted for consideration.,

INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

Student intramural programs and interscholastic athletics are an integral and desirable part of the district’s secondary school educational program. Student eligibility for participation on interscholastic teams shall include:

1. Authorization by the school physician;
2. Written parent or guardian consent; and
3. Endorsement by the Building Principal based on established rules and various league and State Education Department regulations.

The district offers the following athletic teams:

Fall Interscholastic Sports Winter Interscholastic Sports Spring Interscholastic Sports

Girls Varsity Soccer Girls Varsity Basketball Girls Varsity Softball
Girls Modified Soccer Girls Junior Varsity Basketball Girls Modified Softball
  Girls Modified Basketball

Boys Varsity Soccer Boys Varsity Basketball Boys Varsity Lacrosse
Boys Junior Varsity Soccer Boys Junior Varsity Basketball Boys Junior Varsity Lacrosse
Boys Modified Soccer Boys Modified Basketball Boys Modified Lacrosse

SPORTS MERGER

Any student interested in participating in sports not available at Colton-Pierrepont need to submit a written request to the superintendent seeking participation with a neighboring school. Requests must be made three months prior to the beginning of the sporting activity. Students participating in a sports merger follow CPCS eligibility policy.

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS ELIGIBILITY

Every five weeks a failure list will be compiled for students in grades 7 – 12. If a student’s name appears on this list they will be monitored for the next five weeks and their participation in co-curricular activities and sports may be restricted. The procedures for restrictions include:

• Completing an eligibility form each week with appropriate teacher signatures turned in to the high school office by 3:00 p.m. Students who are absent on the day the eligibility forms must be signed are considered ineligible for the next week. A copy of the student’s eligibility form will be sent to the parents/guardians.

- Students receiving a satisfactory “S” in all but one class may participate in co-curricular activities for the week.
- Students receiving an unsatisfactory “U” in two or more classes will not participate in co-curricular activities for the week.

• Basis for evaluation – Faculty should evaluate the student based upon marks received on tests, quizzes, class work, class participation, homework, effort and on other general class performance items.

• Appeals – The student and teacher should have met and discussed the unsatisfactory rating before the appeal process begins. In most instances issues can be resolved successfully at this level.

- In the event the circumstances are not resolved the student may present his/her case to the principal. The principal will determine if there is merit for further review. If it is determined that further review is not necessary the ineligibility will stand. If it is determined that further review is necessary the principal will convene the Eligibility Committee (principal, athletic director, activity coordinator, faculty and staff representatives) as soon as possible. The student will remain ineligible until the Eligibility Committee’s decision has been made.

Co-curricular activities include: all school sponsored activities, clubs, sports programs and social events.

SPECTATOR SPORTSMANSHIP AT INTERSCHOLASTIC EVENTS

The Colton-Pierrepont Central School District expects the same behavior of all spectators at school-sponsored sports events that it expects of its staff and students during the regular school day. Spectators at sports events who do not abide by the following guidelines will, in the first instance, be reminded of their obligation, and in the second instance, be asked to leave the event and/or refrain from attending future events for a specific period of time.

All spectators at Colton-Pierrepont Central School District’s interscholastic events will be expected to:

• Encourage good sportsmanship for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice or other sports event.
• Place the emotional and physical well being of the students participating first.
• Support the coaches and officials working with the children and encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
• Demand a sports environment for the students that are free from drugs, tobacco and alcohol pursuant to the district’s code of conduct.
• Encourage sportsmanlike behavior from all participants and other spectators.
• All children Grade 6 and under must by accompanied by an adult (non student) for all school events. The children are not to be dropped off and left unattended by an adult.

The school district recognizes the value of certain ceremonies and observances in promoting patriotism and good citizenship among the students. Therefore, activities in schools commemorating national holidays such as Memorial Day, Thanksgiving and President’s Day are encouraged. Colton-Pierrepont Central School reminds students, faculty and administration of the variety of religious beliefs, and all are urged to be conscious of and respect the sensitivities of others.
Activities related to a religious holiday or theme will be planned to ensure that the activity is not devotional, and that students of all faiths can join without feeling that they are betraying their own beliefs. Therefore, keep in mind the following:

1. School and class plays shall be secular and nonsectarian in nature. Although school and class plays may have religious content, the overall themes of such plays must be to teach about various religions and cultures or portray events which happen to include religious themes such as “The Sound of Music.”
2. Although religious music may be played and/or sung to demonstrate the cultural significance of such art forms, the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District will not permit such music to entirely dominate the district’s music program or concerts.
3. Program notes and illustrations of a religious nature shall not be included if the purpose or effect is to encourage students and community members to accept and/or follow such religious teachings.
Students shall be given the option to be excused from participating in those parts of a program or curriculum involving a religious theme which conflicts with their own religious beliefs. A substitute activity will be provided to the student. If a parent or student has any questions regarding the use of religious music, artwork and/or symbols in a particular course/activity, the Building Principal should be contacted.

ASSEMBLIES

Student assemblies are seen as part of the overall educational process. School assemblies, at all instructional levels, are often held to provide recognition of student accomplishments by peers, parents and staff members. Assemblies will be appropriate to the educational experience, as defined by the Colton-Pierrepont Central School District’s Board of Education, and reflect our school’s educational mission.
Students are reminded of proper conduct at assemblies to ensure responsible audience participation:

• Take an assigned seat quietly.
• Do not speak above a whisper, and then only when necessary.
• Pay attention to the speaker/performer(s).
• Applaud only when appropriate.
• Please remain seated through out the performance. If it is necessary to exit please do so at applause or during intermission.
• Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself.

ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND SAFETY PROCEDURES

ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND SAFETY PROCEDURES

These rules are to ensure the safety of students and employees of the district while on district property.

All students and members of the school community must:
1. Immediately report any conditions involving equipment or buildings which may be dangerous to student or employee health or welfare;
2. Immediately report any unsafe practices by anyone in the building or on the grounds; and
3. Eye safety devices are provided for all students and staff which are to be worn when observing or using materials or equipment which may potentially damage eyesight

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

The Colton-Pierrepont Central School Nurse monitors the health of all students in the school and is the liaison between the school and various health agencies. All students are required to have an updated emergency card on file in the appropriate office. This card should be filled out completely and signed by the parent or guardian. The Health Office should be advised of any changes in address, phone numbers, and emergency contact person(s).

The school nurse will provide emergency care for students involved in accidents or unexpected medical situations.

ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICINE IN SCHOOL

If a student needs to take any medication, including over the counter medications, during the school day, he or she must follow these rules:

• Bring a note from his or her parent which gives the nurse permission to store the medication for the student’s use, releasing the Board and its employees of liability for the administration of medication.
• Give the nurse a doctor’s note with instructions about dosage, times given, etc.
• An adult must bring the medication to school in the original container.
• Students who carry with them Rescue Inhalers for asthma require a physician’s note with instructions for use. It is advised that when a student uses their inhaler that they see the school nurse.
• The parent or guardian must assume responsibility to have the medication delivered directly to the health office in an original container that is properly labeled.

STUDENT PHYSICALS

In accordance with the state Education Law, new students entering a school district for the first time and students in Grades K, 1, 3, 7, and 10 shall have a physical exam by the school doctor or family physician. Physical forms are available from the school nurse for the family physician to fill out. If a form is not returned to the school nurse by Oct. 1 of the school year, the school physician will complete a student’s physical. Students wishing to participate in an interscholastic athletic program will also need to have a physical examination. The Sport Physical must be completed by the school physician.
In accordance with law, the school will provide vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening.

IMMUNIZATIONS

Students must receive proper immunizations for diphtheria, pertussis, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, Haemophilius Influenza Type b (Hib) and Varicella prior to entering or being admitted to school. Parents will be notified of the required immunizations needed for entry, certificates of proof, and available resources for obtaining appropriate certificates.

Students born on or after January 1, 1994, who enroll in the 6th grade at the beginning of the 2008 – 2009 school year must be immunized against varicella and TdaP.
There may be exceptions to the above. Any questions are to be directed to the school nurse.

AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS

The Colton-Pierrepont Central School District maintains on site automated external defibrillators (AED) for use during emergencies. Whenever public school facilities are used for school-sponsored or school-approved curricular or extracurricular events or activities or a school-sponsored athletic contest is held at any location, school administrators shall ensure the presence of at least one staff person who is trained in the operation and use of an AED. Where a school-sponsored competitive athletic event is held at a site other than a public school facility, the public school officials must assure that AED equipment is provided on-site.

INFECTION CONTROL GUIDELINES

In order to prevent the spread of infections such as colds and the flu, certain steps should be followed by each student:
1. Hand washing is the most important prevention measure. Wash hands using soap and running warm water for at least one minute. Use paper towels to dry hands completely. Wash hands after using the toilet, before eating, and after blowing nose.
2. When sneezing or coughing, cover mouth.
3. Put used tissues in the waste basket.
4. Do not touch anyone else’s blood or blood-soiled materials.
5. Do not share drinking or eating utensils.
6. Stay home when sick.
7. Students may not attend school if they have head lice. He/She may return to school only after proper treatment has been administered and all nits have been removed.
FIRST AID

In emergencies, the school nurse will follow established first aid procedures. These procedures include the following requirements:
1. No medical treatment except first aid is permitted in school.
2. A master first aid kit shall be kept and properly maintained in the school and on each school bus.
3. No drugs shall be administered by school personnel unless authorized by the school physician in conjunction with the school nurse.
4. Parents are asked to sign and submit an emergency medical authorization, which shall indicate the procedure they wish the school to follow in the event of a medical emergency involving their child.
5. In all cases where the nature of an illness or an injury appears serious, the parent will be contacted if possible, and the instructions on the child’s emergency card followed. In extreme emergencies, arrangements may be made for the child’s immediate hospitalization whether or not the parent can be reached.

DISTRICT AND SCHOOL SAFETY PLANS

The Colton-Pierrepont Central School District has adopted a district-wide school safety plan and building-level emergency response plans for each building in the district. These plans are intended to define how the district and each school building will respond to acts of violence and other disasters.

They provide a framework for identifying and implementing appropriate strategies for creating and maintaining a safe, secure learning environment for all students.

A copy of the district-wide school safety plan is available for examination in the district offices.

FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES
Fire drills will be held during the first week of school and periodically thereafter.
1. All teachers will explain the fire drill procedures.
2. Pupils will leave the building in an orderly fashion (directions for exit are posted in each room) and will remain approximately one hundred feet from the building until the all clear signal, one long bell, has been given. Students are to report to their class advisor or other designated teachers in the designated area.
3. Students will observe the following rules during a fire drill:
A. Do not take time to put on coats and pick up personal belongings.
B. Walk in a single file directly to appointed station.
C. Loud talking is not permitted.
D. Teachers will then take roll count.
E. Wait for signal to return.

4. Teachers should be aware of an alternate route in the event that the primary fire exit should be blocked.

All students are expected to cooperate with staff members during fire drills, and to leave the buildings in a quiet and orderly manner. The exit route is posted in each room. Students must stay with their teacher. Distracting behavior will be subject to either teacher or administrative discipline, and may merit a penalty.

SCHOOL FOOD SERVICES

Regulations under the Healthy Meals for Children Act are the basis used for planning and implementing of school lunch and breakfast programs according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The Colton-Pierrepont Board of Education adopts this policy yearly. The programs follow the offer versus serve option, allowing for choice in the menu items. On most days at least three different choices are offered on the menu for lunch and breakfast. The Colton-Pierrepont Central School offers a free, reduced and paid breakfast and lunch program.

HOURS OF OPERATION: Breakfast 7:45 to 8:00 a.m. and Lunch 10:40 – 12:45 p.m.

Students will receive a monthly menu indicating the “hot lunch” of the day. Sandwiches are also offered daily. Milk and juice accompany each meal along with snacks. Ice cream is also available to students.

The school breakfast program provides students with a healthy morning meal. Each breakfast includes milk, fruit or fruit juice, bread, cereal and/or muffins. Upon arriving at school in the morning, your child should notify the teacher he or she will buy breakfast. Checks for meals can be made out to the School Lunch Fund.

Prepayment for meals is encouraged. Weekly payment is most manageable. Checks for meals can be made out to the School Lunch Fund.

student breakfast $1.50 student lunch $2.00 student milk $.40

Eligibility for free and reduced price meals is based upon the economic need of the family. Applications are distributed each September to determine eligibility and may be obtained through the central office. Parents must file a new application for the program each September. Families who fail to file a new application annually will be discontinued from the program by Oct. 1. For information on this program, please call Lori Parker, the school cafeteria supervisor, at (315) 262 -2100, extension 134.

TRANSPORTATION

Schools are required by law to have in writing from parents or guardians any change in how a student is to be bused to and from school. These written requests must be dated so there are no questions about when the student is to take a different bus. Notes must be turned in to the office as soon as the student arrives at school. All notes should include the name of the resident at the drop-off point and if possible the 911 address. (see Appendix B – page 61)

Only in an emergency can school personnel take telephone requests for a bus change. A follow-up note from the parent or guardian confirming the request will be expected in the office when the student returns to school the next day.

Questions about the school transportation program should be directed to Richard Coller, supervisor of transportation, at (315) 262 -2100, extension 130.

SCHOOL CLOSINGS

The Superintendent of Schools may close the schools or dismiss students/staff early in the event of severe weather/hazardous conditions or other situation. Every attempt will be made so elementary school students will not be left without proper parental supervision.

Parents are requested to avoid calling schools on days of poor weather; it is important to keep school phone lines open. School closing and delayed starting times will be announced over local radio stations. The following television/radio stations will carry information regarding emergency closings:

In case of inclement weather, the following television and radio stations will be used to broadcast delays or closings:

Television – Channel 10 News Now, WWNY Channel 7 & News Watch 50
Radio – WPDM, WPAC, WSLU, WMSA & YES FM

If no report is heard, it can be assumed the schools are opening on time.

STUDENT TRANSPORTATION ON SCHOOL-SPONSORED FIELD TRIPS, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES, OR SIMILAR EVENTS

All team participants must ride the bus to and from games unless the following arrangements have been made:
• A parent/guardian may sign their student out after the game by completing the Transportation Sign-Out Sheet with the coach.
• A written letter allowing another parent to provide transportation of a fellow student after a game must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance to the coach. All requests will be considered and approved or denied. The parent providing transportation must complete the Transportation Sign-Out Sheet for that student.
• All other requests for exceptions to these rules must be made in writing by the parent and approved by the administration. A 24-hour advance notice is required.
No telephone arrangements will be allowed.

VIDEO SURVEILLANCE ON SCHOOL PROPERTY

Video surveillance equipment will be used to monitor student behavior on school property and in school vehicles. Students found violating rules will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the district’s code of conduct.

APPENDIX A:

(FOR DUPLICATION)

EXCUSE FOR ABSENCE(S)

COLTON-PIERREPONT SCHOOL DATE __/__/__

_________________________ WAS ABSENT FROM SCHOOL
  (STUDENT’S NAME)

ON M - T - W - TH - F __________________________________
(MONTH – DAY)

REASON FOR ABSENCE (PLEASE CHECK):

___ SICKNESS
  ___ SICKNESS IN FAMILY
  ___ DEATH IN FAMILY
  ___ DR./DENTIST APPOINTMENT
  ___ OTHER ____________________________________________

_______________________________________________________

_______________________________
  (PARENT’S SIGNATURE)

APPENDIX B:

(FOR DUPLICATION)

STUDENT BUS PASS DATE: ____________________

COLTON-PIERREPONT CENTRAL SCHOOL

STUDENT’S NAME: ________________________________________________________

THE ABOVE STUDENT HAS PERMISSION TO RIDE BUS # _____ FOR _____ DAY(S)

STARTING DATE: __________________ ENDING DATE: _________________________

DESTINATION/REASON: ____________________________________________________

_________________________________
  (PARENT SIGNATURE)

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